James GREENWOOD

Regimental number3/251
AddressThistle Hotel, Auckland
Marital statusSingle
Next of kinGuardian, Mrs Brown, 74 Khyber Pass, Auckland
Rank on embarkationPrivate
Enlistment statusVolunteer
Unit nameNew Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, New Zealand Medical Corps
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Wellington on 16 October 1914
Final rank2nd Lieutenant
Final unit1st Battalion, Auckland Infantry Regiment
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Mention in Despatches


'In May 1915 at Walker's Ridge Gallipoli, exhibited conspicuous bravery in removing men under continuous shrapnel fire from the enemy. Has done outstanding good work on several occasions - often at considerable risk to himself.'
Awarded, and promulgated, 'London Gazette', 28 January 1916.

Medals

Military Cross

'For gallant leadership of a platoon during the attack north of Le Quesnoy on the 4th november, 1918. Severe machine gun fire was encountered on the left flank 100 yards away. He, with two men, immediately attacked this machine gun nest, advancing 100 yards over open ground swept by fire from the guns. His fine courage and dash caused the surrender of two machine guns and eight of the enemy.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 8 March 1919

Military Medal

'This N.C.O., togetherwith No 3/164 Sgt Campbell, was largely instrumental in evacuating the patients from the Field Ambulance and showed the utmost gallantry and coolness under heavy shellfire. As a result of their efforts the hospital was cleared without casualty. This action took place at Armentieres on 1st July 1916.'
Source: 'London Gazette'
Date: 14 November 1916

Other details

War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front

Medals: Military Cross, Military Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Miscellaneous detailsNominal Roll Vol. 1

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