Hector DEAN

Regimental number24/113
Address39 College Hill, Auckland
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinMother, Mrs Mary Stephenson, 39 College Hill, Auckland
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 2nd Battalion, A Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 10 October 1915
Medals

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on Passchendaele Ridge on 12th October 1917. This NCO led his section with great courage in the attack. When a number of his men had been hit, he collected others and went to the right flank where he maintained communication with the Company on his right. His gallant conduct set a fine example to the members of his party.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 28 January 1918

Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1: A Company/2nd NZRB

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