'Action in front of Belle Vue Spur, West of Passchendaele, 12th October 1917 and following days. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As a Regimental Stretcher Bearer, this man displayed great bravery and devotion to duty in rescuing wounded under heavy fire. For two days and nights he carried on continuously and his good work undoubtedly saved the lives of many of his comrades.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 14 January 1918

Regimental number	15507
Occupation	Carpenter
Next of kin	Mother, Mrs M J Dron, Waikari, North Canterbury
Rank on embarkation	Private
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 15th Reinforcements (1st Draft), Canterbury Infantry Battalion, C Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on board Waitemata on 26 July 1916
Medals	Military Medal 'Action in front of Belle Vue Spur, West of Passchendaele, 12th October 1917 and following days. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As a Regimental Stretcher Bearer, this man displayed great bravery and devotion to duty in rescuing wounded under heavy fire. For two days and nights he carried on continuously and his good work undoubtedly saved the lives of many of his comrades.' Source: London Gazette Date: 14 January 1918
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 37, p. 8