Walter Turnbull DOUGLAS

Regimental number26/1161
OccupationSheep farmer
Next of kinBrother, Donald Douglas, Masterton
Rank on embarkationLance Corporal
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 4th Battalion, C Company,
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Ulimaroa on 6 February 1916
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He displayed the greatest courage as a stretcher bearer, in bringing in wounded while under heavy fire. He has set a fine example throughout.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 4 June 1917

Military Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the attack on Passchendaele Ridge on 12th October 1917. He showed great courage during the advance and consolidation, after which he volunteered for service, clearing the battlefield of the wounded. He bandaged up a number of wounded men and assisted in getting many to the Dressing Station during the day and night, working the greater part of the time under heavy machine gun fire.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 28 January 1918

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 26

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