Regimental number | 28462 |
Occupation | Compositor |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Minnie Goldfinch, Carroll Street, Palmerston North |
Rank on embarkation | Sergeant |
Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade Reinforcements, G Company |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on board HMNZT 75 Waitemata on |
Medals |
Military Medal 'Operations: British Front before Puisieux 14th/15th August 1918. For conspicuous
gallantry and devotion to duty. While in command of a Platoon, Sergeant
Goldfinch skillfully and determinedly attacked an enemy strong point, shot two of
the garrison and captured one machine-gun and nine prisoners. The bravery and
determination shown by this NCO was a splendid example to all and materially
assisted in the success of the operation.'
Source: 'London Gazette' Date: |
Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 3: Roll 52, p. 28 |