Karl Basil GOTHARD

Regimental number26/75
OccupationLaw clerk
Next of kinMother, Mrs E J Gothard, Ferguson Street, Woodville
Rank on embarkationRifleman
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 4th Battalion, D Company
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on board Ulimaroa on 6 February 1916
Final rankSergeant Major
Final unit4th Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade
Medals

Croix de Guerre (Belgium)

'For consistent bravery and good work over a long period in the line. This NCO has served for a particularly long period in the line both as a Sergeant and Sergeant Major. He has been with his Company in practically every operation since the Division came to France, and he has always displayed a high standard of courage and determination. He has done good work on behalf of his Company and his fine example has been an inspiration to all ranks.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 5 April 1919

SourcesNominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 29

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