Donald FRASER

Regimental number10/1239
OccupationBushman
Next of kinSister, Miss M M Fraser, Main Road, Levin
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, 2nd Reinforcements, Wellington Infantry Battalion
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Willochra on 14 December 1914
Medals

Military Medal

'For great gallantry and fine leadership. Near Gravenstafel on 4th Oct., after his Officer had been wounded he led his platoon with great gallantry, and assisted in the capture of an enemy position which was holding the advance of the right flank of the Battalion. His platoon captured two machine guns and killed the crews. He showed the greatest bravery and initiative throughout the attack.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 17 December 1917

Other detailsEx 2nd Reinforcements
SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 26, p. 11

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