
| Regimental number | 3/251 |
| Address | Thistle Hotel, Auckland |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Guardian, Mrs Brown, 74 Khyber Pass, Auckland |
| Rank on embarkation | Private |
| Enlistment status | Volunteer |
| Unit name | New Zealand Expeditionary Force, Main Body, New Zealand Medical Corps |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Wellington on |
| Final rank | 2nd Lieutenant |
| Final unit | 1st 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: 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: |
| Other details |
War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Medals: Military Cross, Military Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Miscellaneous details | Nominal Roll Vol. 1 |