
| Regimental number | 8/3251 |
| Address | 11 Balmoral Street, Opoho, Dunedin |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs M Evans, 11 Balmoral Street, Opoho, Dunedin |
| Rank on embarkation | Private |
| Enlistment status | Volunteer |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, 8th Reinforcement, Otago Infantry Battalion |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Lyttelton on board Willochra on |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. All the officers near him in an attack became casualties, and he rallied the men under the most intense
machine-gun fire and pushed forward. By taking command in a critical situation he kept his company under control and consolidated the position. His leadership, cheerfulness, and contempt of danger were an inspiration to the men.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1: Otago Infantry Batln/Eighth |
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