| Regimental number | 25/108 |
| Occupation | Labourer |
| Next of kin | Mother, T G Grainger, 506 River Road, Darlington, Christchurch |
| Rank on embarkation | Lance Corporal |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 3rd Battalion, Machine Gun Section |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on |
| Medals |
Mentioned in Despatches 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He has on several occasions assumed command of his section, and has carried out the duties with marked
ability. In the Douve Sector, on the night 6th/7th August, 1917, his section had moved up to the Front Line. Soon after the enemy opened a heavy bombardment
and our S.O.S. rocket was sent up. His Officer and 4 men became casualties, but he assumed command and kept his gun firing throughout the action.'
Source: London Gazette Date: |
| Sources | Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 17 |