Honouring Those Who Served in the
New Zealand Armed Forces in Korea 1950–1957
by
Howard Chamberlain
Edited by PDF Cooke
2nd Revised Edition 2024
Introduction
On a peninsula of disputed claims for sovereignty, the Korean War started with an invasion of the south from the north on 25 June 1950. The north was assisted by the Communist world and the south by the West. The United Nations co-ordinated the defence assistance for the south, headed by US forces. New Zealand became of one of 15 nations to offer military aid. The New Zealand Government formed an Emergency Force (soon renamed K-Force or Kayforce) based around a regiment of field artillery and support services. Hurriedly trained, the Kayforce Main Body departed by sea on 10 December 1950. It was expanded in August 1951 and was augmented by deployment of ships of the Royal New Zealand Navy. An armistice in July 1953 saw active combat cease, and NZ maintained a reduced presence in Korea until July 1957.
The two-volume history New Zealand and the Korean War by Ian McGibbon (Oxford University Press in association with the Historical Branch, Department of Internal Affairs, Wellington,1992-96) is the primary reference regarding New Zealand’s efforts during that conflict. New Zealand and the Korean War is a must read for anyone interested in the role New Zealand played during the Korean War. In contrast this New Zealand Korean Roll is an attempt to list with brief notes the men who served in New Zealand units in Koprea.
This roll is not intended in any way to provide an exhaustive résumé of each or any man’s service. At best a thumbnail sketch is all that is intended. It is a small tribute to New Zealanders who served in Korea either in an active service role until 1954 or as part of the garrison troops until 1957, and a record of medals (where possible) that have been awarded to individuals.
The tables below should be read in conjunction with the documents above and the Appendices below as these all form part of an understanding of the whole Roll.
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NZ Korea War Roll A-L
| Name | Number | Rank | Unit/Ship | Corp/Arm | Date Left NZ | Date Returned to NZ | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABBOTT, Thomas Willie | 13965 | Leading Cook | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Devonport, Auckland, 11 Aug 1926. Working in the Police Dept before he enlisted 29 Sep 1951 in the RNZN as an Assistant Cook. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952. Served in the second deployment of this ship to Korea and was mainly in west coast Korean waters. He was also No.3 Ammunition number on Bofors Gun Crew. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Drafted to Irirangi shortly after RTNZ and was with the first naval group on site after the rail accident at Tangiwai on Christmas Day 19543. DEE from RNZN Feb 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Awarded the Queen's Service Medal in 1978 for Community Service. |
| ABBOTT, Ralph Jauncey | 30088 | Major | NZ Base HQ | RNZAC | 30/06/2054 | 28/02/2055 | Born Birmingham, UK, 16 Oct 1915. Came to NZ circa 1920 with his parents. Attended Christchurch Boys High School and was a member of the School Cadet unit. Served as an Infantry Officer during WWII in 20 Battalion (Service No 11680). Served overseas from 19 Dec 1940 to 22 Dec 1944. Regular Force officer appointed to Kayforce 23 Jun 1954. Travelled to Sydney on Teal aircraft from Christchurch and onwards by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 28 Jul 1954 and was appointed DAA & QMG Kayforce. Served mainly at NZ HQ Base in Korea but also on TOD at HQ 1 Comwel Div. Emplaned Japan 22 Feb 1955 for RTNZ by civil air deplaning Christchurch 28 Feb 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Emergency Force 20 Mar 1955 and re-posted to the Regular Force, 21 Mar 1955. Posted to Headquarters Southern Military District, Christchurch and appointed Deputy Assistant Quartermaster General. Appointed Area Officer, Area 9, Nelson, 2 Jul 1956. Was appointed Honorary Aide De Camp to His Excellency the Governor General from 9 Nov 1963. Retired from the Army 24 Feb 1964 as Lieutenant Colonel. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| ABERCROMBIE, James Gilbert | 14289 | Surgeon Lieutenant | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Edinburgh, Scotland, 9 May 1928. Played football (soccer) for Scotland. Enlisted in RNZNVR at Māori in London. Appointed to Kaniere as Medical Officer 2 Feb 1953 until 7 Mar 1954. M.B., Ch.B. Travelled to Korea via Sydney, Singapore and Hong Kong. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Returned to the UK on completion of his short service engagement. Came back to NZ and enlisted in RNZNVR from Oct 1957 to Sep 1960. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. |
| ABEY, Ronald (Snow) | 207776 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Gore, Southland, 9 Jul 1927. Enlisted in Army (644493) in Mar 1943 for home service. Served for three months in RNZAF as Aircraftman 2nd Class (452869) until the end of the War. Served in RNZAF one and a half months before enlisting in Kayforce. Photographed in Dunedin at a farewell morning tea at the Dunedin City Council. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Gunner in Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat from Sydney at Wellington. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. TSFD to Regular Force 14 Aug 1952 and appointed Cook in RNZASC. Discharged from Regular Force by purchase on 28 Aug 1952. |
| ABLARD, William Henry | 12797 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Boston, Lincolnshire, UK, 26 Oct 1926. Civil trade Baker. Entered the Royal Navy as Boy 1st Class on 21 Feb 1944. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 26 Apr 1944. Served in the sloop HMS Hind in which he reached rate of Able Seaman and served in the UK, Aden, Ceylon and the Mediterranean. Released from the RN 10 Oct 1947. Enlisted at Maori for six years in the RNZN and signed up at the Victoria Barracks, Portsmouth. Granted the rate of Able Seaman. Served in Lachlan 29 Jul 1949–24 Aug 1951 then Tui for a little over three months. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed in the second deployment of Hawea to Korean waters. This ship was mainly involved in patrols and escort duties on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. DEE 14 Jun 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ACHESON, Denis James | 11890 | Surgeon Lieutenant | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK, 17 Jan 1929. Joined the RNZN on Short Service Commission as Probationary Surgeon Lieutenant 14 Jun 1954. Served at Philomel 16 Jun 1954–20 Apr 1955. Appointed to Pukaki 21 Apr 1955 and served in Korean waters during the period Aug 1955–Jul 1956. Confirmed in the rank of Surgeon Lieutenant 14 Jun 1955. RTNZ and was in Tamaki 3 Aug 1956–13 Oct 1957 then at Philomel 14 Oct–2 Jul 1958. Part of the time he was at a civil hospital. Completed Short Service Commission 2 Jul 1958 and released from RNZN. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ACKLAND, Allan Evlynn | 203725 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/06/2052 | Born Arapuni, Waikato 7 Sep 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan (658814, Private, 3 Battalion. Welder from Arapuni. Next-of-kin Mrs P.M. Ackland (mother) Arapuni.) from Apr 1947 to Nov 1948. Served in 2 NZ Bn and YMCA for a short time. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Artillery Driver in C Troop, 162 Bty. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Sep 1952. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.2 was posted to an Arapuni address 22 Jan 1957. Living in Hamilton in 1996. Died Hamilton 21 Jan 2004 aged 78 years. |
| ADAMS, Douglas | 12639 | Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Aberdeen, Scotland 29 Apr 1916. Enlisted in the RN 7 Oct 1936 in the rate of Stoker 2nd Class. His first ship was HMS Firedrake 17 Apr 1937–13 Jan 1939. Served in the Mediterranean during the Spanish Civil War enforcing the arms blockade imposed on both sides of the conflict. His next ship was HMS Diana also in the Mediterranean and then returned to home waters. Served in HMS Edinburgh Castle, 2 Apr 1941–15 Aug 1943 an armed merchant cruiser which served in WWI and WWII. While in this ship he sailed to South Africa and to Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). His next ship was HMS Catterick an escort destroyer 21 Aug 1944–30 Jun 1945 operating from Alexandria. Doug Adams advanced to Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 18 Jan 1945. He also served in HMS Cardigan Bay 2 Oct 1945–1 Apr 1946 (Bay-class anti-aircraft frigate) operating from HMS St Angelo (Malta). Service in HMS Brissenden followed 2 Apr–12 Jul 1946. By early Feb 1947 he was at HMS Imperieuse a shore base training estab and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 2 May 1947. He was discharged from the RN 23 Dec 1948. WWII Medals not known but could include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Enlisted 13 Feb 1949 in the RNZN at HMNZS Cook (London) as Stoker Mechanic and advanced on succeeding days to Leading Stoker Mechanic and then to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. He was one of the crew who sailed Tutira to NZ in May 1949. He remained in Tutira and sailed for Korean waters 3 Jul 1950. Tutira participated in escort and patrolling duties and took part in the Inchon landings. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Drafted to Philomel 2 Aug 1951–12 Feb 1952. DEE 12 Feb 1952. Re-engaged in RNZN for six years 30 Nov 1953 and once again advanced from Stoker Mechanic to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on successive days. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954–18 Jan 1956 and advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. He served in Korean waters Nov 1954–Mar 1955. His service in the RNZN continued in Black Prince and in Royalist 2 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and. RTNZ 20 Jul 1958. Also served in Tamaki and Philomel and in Pukaki. Discharged to RA 30 Nov 1960. Douglas Adams re-enlisted in the RNZN as a General Service Hand 8 Jan 1962 and served in Philomel and then at the RNZN Hospital from 23 Jul 1963. Discharged Dead 26 May 1975 aged 59 years having spent nearly 39 years in naval service. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| ADAMS, Frederick | 203533 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Norfolk Island 16 Mar 1923. Previous service for 2 years in Australian Army. Discharged at own request. Driver for Birkenhead Borough Council. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Able Troop, 161 Bty. Served in all areas where battery was positioned from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel. Accidentally injured (broken rib) 28 Sep 1951 and admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb. Emplaned Iwakuni on 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ, via Sydney and deplaning Auckland on 13 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat Aparima. Discharged 5 Sep 1952 Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.3 was posted to an Auckland address 22 Jan 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ADAMS, Henry Albert | 208462 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 12/03/2054 | Born Milton, Otago 22 Aug 1926. Driver for Milton Transport Ltd. Enlisted in Kayforce on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, on 31 May 1952. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952. Gun Number, Easy Troop, 163 Bty. Served mainly in the Imjin and Armistice Area. M/O 16 Fd Regt on 15 Dec 1953 to NZ Base HQ and TFRD to NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 18 Dec 1953 taking three-days to move from one to the other. Embarked on SS Taiyuan 19 Feb 1954 at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. He completed the journey from Sydney and deplaned Wellington from a Teal flight 12 Mar 1954. Discharged 20 May 1954. Served overseas one year 290 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Milton 2004. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.4 was posted to a Milton address 22 Jan 1957. Died Milton or Balclutha 8 Aug 2007 aged 80 years. |
| ADAMS, James Henry | 208561 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Cronadun, Westport 18 Jun 1926. Grocer's assistant. Served in RNZAF at Harewood and Wigram as Aircraftman 2nd Class (Service No 445586) 23 Nov 1944 until 2 Oct 1945 and was discharged 3 Oct 1945. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as Carpenter by W.E. Satherly, Westport. Enlisted in Kayforce 23 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea and Guam arriving Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served wherever the battery was located. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Hiro and placed on NZ Roll 20 Feb 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 20–25 Feb 1952 (gastro enteritis). Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Sydney, was admitted to Hospital in Sydney for about 14 days and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney 28 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 291 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jul 1954. Brother to John Frederick ADAMS. His Kayforce Discharge No.5 was posted to a Westport address 22 Jan 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ADAMS, John Fredrick | 208562 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Westport 30 Nov 1929. Coal miner from Westport. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement 23 Feb 1952. Emplaned at Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled on to Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea arriving Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Employment in 16 Fd Regt not known. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ arriving on Teal flight at Wellington 17 Apr 1954. SOS Kayforce 21 Jun 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Served overseas one year 280 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.6 was sent to him at Westport 22 Jan 1957. Brother of James Henry ADAMS q.v. |
| ADAMS, Maurice Richard | 203501 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Born Marton, Manawatu, 7 Jan 1923.Territorial Service in Manawatu Mounted Rifles in 1941 in New Zealand. Embarked with 9th Reinforcements for overseas service 14 May 1943. Served in Italy, 2 NZEF, 7 Anti-Tank Regt (454201) during WWII. RTNZ 20 Dec 1945. SOS 2 NZEF 24 Feb 1946. Vehicle mechanic and taxi driver from Palmerston North. Next-of-kin, Mrs N.H. Adams, Marton. Enlisted in KMB 31 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Involved in all the major actions in which 16 Fd Regt took part. RHQ Vehicle Mechanic 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Bombardier 9 Jan 1951, Sergeant 1 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned at Auckland from Teal flight 22 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 165 days. Applied to return to Korea for second tour but rank of Gunner, as offered, was not accepted. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.7 was posted to an Auckland address on 22 Jan 1957. Understood to have died in Tauranga on 9 Oct 2001 aged 78. |
| ADAMS, Rex Walter (Allen) | 204035 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Auckland 4 Dec 1929. Factory hand at Auckland. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Div Comwel Sigs Regt, NZ Component, 30 Aug 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jun 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Applied to join Regular Force as Rex Allan ADAMS in the appointment of Rifleman 2 NZ Regt. Later NZOSM and KWSM issued to his widow. |
| ADAMS, Richard Jack | 460139 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/10/2054 | 19/02/2056 | Born Otorohanga, Waikato, 14 Mar 1933. 10th CMT intake. Enlisted 27 Jul 1954 in Kayforce 18th Reinforcements. Posted 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, Artillery Platoon, RNZASC. Emplaned Whenuapai 29 Oct 1954 and travelled to Japan by RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Trg Unit. Entered Korea 12 Nov 1954. Posted to 10 (ONZ) Tpt Coy. Admitted several times to 3 Canadian Field Ambulance. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Feb 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 117 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Apr 1956. Posted to a TF unit. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Hamilton, 4 Jan 1988 aged 55 years. |
| ADAMS, Sinclair Maurice | 896654 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 17/02/2054 | Born Timaru 14 Oct 1931. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 and travelled by air to Sydney. Travelled onward by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, Japan. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ for medical reasons and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then by Teal flight to Wellington deplaning 17 Feb 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.10 was sent to an address in Timaru in 1957. Died Timaru, 21 Nov 1983 aged 52 years. |
| ADAMSON, Noel Alexander | 208188 | Craftsman | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 23/08/2052 | Born Hamilton 9 Dec 1925. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni. Entered Korea on 2 Sep 1951 as a Storeman Driver. Attached FAP 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned NZ 23 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Oct 1952. Living in Ashburton 2004. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Ashburton, 15 Sep 2008. |
| ADDIS, Neil William | 688981 | Private | attached 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZDC | 02/09/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Wellington 24 Feb 1931. Dental Technician, Wellington Hospital Board. Enlisted 5 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. Attached to 16 Fd Regt and similarly attached to 10 Tpt Coy FAP while acting as a dental mechanic. RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings 20 Jan 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Mar 1956 and posted to TF unit. Served overseas one year 141 days. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Mt Maunganui 26 Nov 2014, aged 83 years. |
| ADLAM, Cyril James Joseph | 2735 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Ashburton 22 Apr 1925. Shop Assistant before he joined the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 16 May 1941. Drafted to Leander 14 Dec 1941. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 22 Apr 1943 and to Able Seaman on 21 Dec 1943. He was aboard when Leander was severely damaged by a Japanese torpedo during the action at Kuala Gulf. Leander RTNZ for temporary repairs and then sailed to the USA for major repairs and refitting. Many of the crew went onto the UK where Achilles was undergoing a major overhaul and rearming. Drafted to Achilles 8 Jan 1944–29 Jun 1944 and RTNZ in her. Drafted to Arbutus 30 Jun 1944–19 Jan 1945. Also served again in Achilles 15 Sep 1945–18 May 1946 and was a Manus, Guam and Tokyo Bay to relieve Gambia. At Philomel 19 May 1946 then Waiouru followed by Tasman (Lyttelton) Also served in Kiwi 16 Jun–18 Dec 1949. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 19 Apr 1949. Drafted to Pukaki 11 Feb 1950 and sailed for Korea 3 Jul 1950. On RTNZ served in Philomel and Waiouru at the naval wireless station. DEE 31 Mar 1952. Probably awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| ADLINGTON, Brian Jack | 206848 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 03/08/2054 | Born Eketahuna, Wairarapa, 20 Mar 1929. Farmer. Came from Tirau, Waikato. Enlisted as Kayforce replacement 15 Apr 1952. Emplaned 6 Sep 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 10 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1952. Posted to 161 Bty 16 Fd Regt and served with the Battery wherever deployed. Promoted Lance Bombardier 19 Aug 1953, Bombardier 5 Feb 1954 and to Temporary Sergeant 5 Mar 1954. Twelve-month extension to service in Korea approved. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ via Guam and Australia and deplaned NZ on 3 Aug 1954 to go on furlough but took his discharge while on leave. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Matamata 8 Aug 2013 aged 84 years. |
| AGER, Leonard George | 15689 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Eltham, Taranaki 13 Feb 1940. Cycle mechanic at Normanby before he entered the RNZN on 25 Apr 1956. Underwent training as a Junior Mechanic (Engineering) in both Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from New Zealand on 20 May 1957 for Malaya and the Far East (Japan and Korea). Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 13 Aug 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Engineering Division. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 13 Aug 1958. Discharged Dead 27 Sep 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| AGNEW, Alex Peter | 206369 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born Wellington on 11 Feb 1929. Enlisted in on 12 Sep 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Was soon in action with the Battery from Pusan to the north. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. M/I 10 Tpt Coy attached FAP from 16 Fd Regt 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 9 May 1952 from Teal flight Aranui. Discharged from Kayforce, 28 Jun 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Joined Regular Force, RNZASC, 14 Apr 1959. Served at Fort Dorset, Trentham Camp. Changed Corps to RNZA and was posted to 163 Bty, RNZA at Waiouru but soon requested a transfer back to RNZASC and was then employed again as a Driver at Trentham Platoon, RNZASC. Discharged from the Army in the rank of Driver 18 Jul 1963. Died circa 2000. |
| AGNEW, Donald | 211269 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 21/10/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Port Chalmers, Otago, 25 Nov 1931. Came from Tariki, Taranaki. Enlisted in Kayforce 1 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan by civil air (Qantas or BCPA) arriving Iwakuni. Entered Korea 16 Nov 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ Engineer Section. Also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). Also served with 25 Canadian Fd Regt. Sapper Agnew embarked 10 Nov 1954 on the New Australia departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 and travelled by air from Brisbane to Auckland on Teal flight deplaning 24 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later received NZOSM and NZGSM (K). SOS Kayforce 11 Jan 1955 and posted to a TF Unit (1 Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt). |
| AGNEW, Richard Arnold | 13756 | Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Greenan, County Down, Northern Ireland, 24 Aug 1919. Was a fitter before he entered the Royal Navy on 8 Nov 1939. Issued the Service No D/MX 62579 and his initial rate was Engine Room Artificer 5th Class. His initial training was conducted at HMS Drake 8 Nov 1939–23 Mar 1940. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 24 Aug 1940 and was drafted to HMS Emerald a light cruiser 8 May 1941. This ship was TSFD to the Indian Ocean for convoy protection duties. The ship returned to the UK to refit at Portsmouth. Drafted to the minesweeper HMS Rattler 16 Oct 1942. This ship was renamed HMS Loyalty in Jun 1943. Loyalty was part of Operation Starkey, an activity to attract German aircraft to view unusual minesweeping operation near the French coast. The ships on this operation came under fire from German Shore batteries and HMS Hydra was damaged. On return to Dover they were mistakenly fired upon by British Shore batteries causing further damage. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 23 Aug 1943. At HMS Victory 26 Jul 1944–11 Mar 1945. Richard's next ship was LST 3010 and operated from HMS Braganza located at Bombay Jul–Nov 1945 and then back in Britain. He also served in HMS Norfolk (cruiser) and then HMS Resource (a fleet repair ship) Aug 1947–Oct 1948. His final ship while in the RN was HMS Cygnet in which he served 8 Nov 1949–6 Nov 1950. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer while at Victory 3 Nov 1951 and to Chief Engine Room Artificer 7 Nov 1951. Released from RN 25 Jan 1952. Enlisted in the RNZN 26 Jan 1952 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and was advance on successive days to Chief Engine Room Artificer 29 Jan 1952. First stationed at Philomel 6 Feb 1952–1 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and sailed for Korean waters 3 Mar 1953 to relieve Rotoiti. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and providing gunfire support. RTNZ 3 Mar 1954. Later served in Black Prince 7 Jan–20 Sep 1955, Hawea and Rotoiti. Sent to the UK Jun 1957 and held on the books of Maori 11 Jun 1956–27 Mar 1961 in preparation for Taranaki when this ship was brought to NZ. Discharged to RA 25 Jan 1962. Chief Engine Room Artificer Agnew received the 1939–45 Star, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal 12 Nov 1954 and the British Empire Medal 1 Jan 1962. He may have received other WWII Medals and was Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| AHERN, Edward (Ted) | 206427 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Wellington 23 Aug 1927. Served as Private 815508, in Jayforce 2nd deployment 1947–48 for approximately 18 months. Labourer for Steel Construction Ltd, Wellington. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 30 Dec 1951 and was posted to A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed return by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 216 days. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Mar 1954. Died Levin War Veterans Home 2 May 2003 aged 76 years. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| AHLBRANDT, Carl | 923048 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Dunedin 28 Mar 1931. Enlisted 14 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by civil air (Qantas or BCPA) arriving Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in most areas where 10 Tpt Coy was involved but mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 for RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 243 days. Discharged from Kayforce, 9 Feb 1955 and was posted to a TF Unit. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Dunedin, 31 May 1997 aged 66 years. |
| AHMU, Heywood Randall | 204221 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Apia, Western Samoa, 19 Nov 1926. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 at Auckland as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned on Teal flight at Auckland 19 Apr 1952 and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 26 Apr 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gun Number. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. This record shows 20 recipients of these certificates. Promoted Lance Bombardier 17 Jun 1953, Temporary Bombardier 18 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni early Nov 1953 for RTNZ via Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight at Auckland. Served overseas for one year 207 days. Discharged Kayforce 6 Jan 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Onehunga in 2002. Brother of Taisi Ahmu (below). Discharge Cert No.18 sent to Auckland 22 Jan 1957. Died Auckland 18 Mar 2009 aged 82 years. |
| AHMU, Taisi | 203695 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Apia, Western Samoa, 8 Jan 1924. Vehicle mechanic at Tappenden Motors, Auckland. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Gunner in Peter Bty, Baker Troop. Accidentally burned and admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb 6 Nov 1951. Emplaned at Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ by civil air deplaning from Teal flight at Auckland 28 Jul 1952. Served overseas for one year and 232 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Dec 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharge Cert No.19 sent to Auckland 22 Jan 1957. Brother of Heyward Ahmu (q.v.). Died date and place not confirmed. |
| AINGE, Russell Williden Kerr | 30140 | Major | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 22/02/2055 | Born Waimate, 14 May 1921. Staff Cadet at Royal Military College Duntroon Feb 1940–Jun 1942. WWII Service and embarked with 13th Reinforcements 26 Apr 1943 and served in Italy. Was a member of 5 Brigade that travelled from Italy to Japan and served with British Commonwealth Occupation Force, Japan. RTNZ 26 Feb 1947. SMD Coy RNZASC Jan 1948 and promoted Captain 29 Jun 1948. Seconded to Kayforce with the Emergency Force rank of Major. Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine. Entered Korea 28 Aug 1951. Appointed OC 10 Tpt Coy. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force on 15 Dec 1951. Emplaned on Philippines Airliner to the UK to attend Staff College at Camberley. Disembarked UK, 17 Dec 1951. TSFD to NZ Regiment Dec 1951. RTNZ 22 Feb 1955. Appointed Deputy Assistant Adjutant General, HQ NZ Division, Linton Camp, 21 Mar 1955. Also served in 1 NZ Regt, Malaya, appointed 2i/c 1 Bn 4 Aug 1957. Was at Kota Tinggi and Nyasa Camp then to Taiping. Awarded a Mention in Despatches. RTNZ disembarking from TSS Captain Cook at Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Attended Armed Forces Staff College in Virginia, USA 15 Aug 1966–20 Jun 1967. Next appointed Director of Plans in Army Headquarters in Feb 1967. Promoted Temporary Colonel 7 Aug 1967 and appointed Commandant Waiouru Camp. Returned from Singapore Dec 1970 to take up appointment of Chief of Staff Home Command. Appointed OBE 1972. Appointed Commander Field Force Command 1 Mar 1973. Brigadier Ainge retired on medical grounds and posted to the Retired List 1 Mar 1976. Died Christchurch 23 Mar 1976. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ and PJM. Died Auckland 23 Mar 1976. Buried Waimairi Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| AINSWORTH, Robert Alexander | 74615 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Auckland 21 Aug 1930. Labourer employed by the Midland Hotel. Enlisted in Kayforce 6 Jul 1954 at Wellington. Service number suggests previous service in RNZAF (not verified). Emplaned Whenuapai 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan, 16 Dec 1954. Entered Korea 6 Jan 1955, driver 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ, arriving at Auckland 24 May 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.20 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Timaru. Joined Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 and posted to 1 NZ Regt. Embarked on troopship Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957, arrived at Singapore 15 Dec 1957 and entered Nee Soon Camp. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ 16 Dec 1957. Admitted British Military Hospital Singapore 28 Dec 1957 and discharged 27 Jan 1958. Re-admitted BMH Singapore 6 Feb 1958 and discharged 5 Mar. Emplaned at Changi for RTNZ 26 Apr 1958 arriving at Whenuapai 28 Apr medically unfit. Lance Corporal Storeman 29 Mar 1959. Discharged from Army 30 Nov 1959. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ and PJM. |
| AITCHESON, Raymond William (Hap) | 11144 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Dunedin 6 May 1926. Was a fisherman on Stewart Island before Joining RNZN. Served in Half Moon Bay Home Guard for most of 1945 and was on lookout duties while fishing round the west coast. Enlisted in RNZN 30 Apr 1946 as Ordinary Seaman. First sea service was in Bellona 3 Feb 1947 to 8 Feb 1948 during which time he advanced to Acting Able Seaman. Served in Kaniere 27 Aug 1949–17 Jan 1951 and advanced to Leading Seaman 22 Dec 1949. Drafted to Taupo 28 Jul 1951 and left for Korean waters 29 Aug 1951. Served mainly on west coast of Korea. Promoted Acting Petty Officer 17 Apr–21 Oct 1952 having passed the exam for that rank at Hong Kong. DEE 27 Dec 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal in 1956 named to ‘AITCHESON, R.W. 11144 A/P.O’. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| AITKEN, Thomas | 13263 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Cromwell, 29 Nov 1932. Was a contractor's assistant before he entered the RNZN 25 May 1950 and was issued the Service No 13263. Trained as a Stoker. Drafted to Bellona 15 Jan 1951–26 Aug 1951 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 25 Feb 1951. Drafted to Taupo 27 Aug 1951–1 Feb 1952, then to Hawea on 2 Feb–9 Mar 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953–10 May 1954. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 25 Feb 1952. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for Korea and RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. At Philomel when advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Nov 1954. Also served in Black Prince, at Philomel where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. Later served in Bellona and Pukaki 14 Aug 1956–13 Mar 1958. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Nov 1955. DEE 28 Nov 1958. Became a member of the RNZFR 29 Nov 1958. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| AKAPITA, Louis | 206849 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born Whakatane 12 Sep 1928. Labourer from Pahiatua. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement at Linton Camp 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 4 Sep 1952. Attended a Cooking Course at Mandora Camp Sep-Oct 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Employed as a cook in 16 Fd Regt but sub-unit not known. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 23 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.21 sent to an address in Levin on 22 Jan 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| AKUIRA, Owen Tinirau (Tini) | 206748 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Masterton 3 Sep 1928. Farmhand from Masterton. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. The aircraft broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gun Number in 163 Bty. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney and flew from Sydney to deplane Wellington 30 Mar 1954. He was one of 51 who returned by this manner. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jun 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.22 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Rotorua. Living at Masterton in 2001. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Masterton 5 Aug 2015 aged 85 years. |
| ALBERT, Maurice | 211384 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Napier 26 Jan 1929 but gave birth date as 26 Dec 1925 on enlistment. Farm labourer for Mr G. Vickers, Foxton Road, Levin. Enlisted in Kayforce 28 Jul 1954 and emplaned Whenuapai 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings bound for Japan where he arrived on 16 Dec 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Jan 1955, entered Korea 7 Jan 1955 and M/I to the unit in Korea on 9 Jan 1955. Had a number of minor indiscretions. Granted 12 days R&R leave 30 Dec 1955 which he appears to have taken in Japan. After leave returned to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Jan 1956. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 1 May 1956 to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 11 May–7 Jun 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and discharge arriving Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 190 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Aug 1956. Died Taradale, 9 May 2004 aged 74 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| ALBERT, Rhodes Nicholson | 206918 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 08/06/2054 | Born Rotoiti, 8 Sep 1930. Farmhand from Napier. Enlisted in Kayforce 28 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni, Japan, deplaning 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Had a number of minor indiscretions. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ by air. Retained in service until medical treatment at Napier Hospital completed. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Mar 1955 and posted to TF unit, 21 Bty, 2 Field Regiment, RNZA. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Rotorua, 13 Jun 2002 aged 71 years. |
| ALBERT, William Guss | 204600 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Rotoiti, near Rotorua, 8 Sep 1930. Bushman for New Lynn Timber Coy, Auckland. Enlisted in Rotorua and attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on the same day. A small group comprising Driver W.G. Albert, Driver M.W.E. Baker, Driver C.N. Bryers, Driver W. Clarke and Driver P.G. Condon were all posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl the same day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954 and served in B Platoon. Committed a few minor indiscretions. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned from RNZAF Hastings Aircraft at Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Dec 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’, Army Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.25 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Rotorua. Died Rotorua, 13 Jun 2002 aged 71 years. |
| ALBRETT, Michael Charles | 459665 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 19/03/2055 | Born Petone 3 Mar 1931. Driver Operator. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 10 Mar 1953. Attached to HQ 1 Comwel Bde for approx 3 months then posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier during service in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Mar 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney and Teal flight NZ. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Died Masterton, 1 Dec 1985 aged 54 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| ALBRIGHT, Laurence | 206651 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/04/2052 | 14/10/2052 | Born Stratford, Taranaki, 5 Apr 1928. Painter and decorator from Wellington. Attested in Kayforce 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on a Qantas flight to Iwakuni, deplaning 21 Apr 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 26 Apr 1952. Was involved with the transport of men and materials in all sections of the front occupied by 1 Comwel Div. Was on many occasions in the forward areas delivering stores required by the engineers for forward defence works. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 11 Oct 1952 for RTNZ on compassionate grounds. Deplaned Wellington 14 Oct 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney having served 179 days overseas. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Nov 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.27 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Lower Hutt. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ALBURY, Mervyn Edward (Merv)) | 12580 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 04/11/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Farnham, Surrey, UK, 13 Sep 1927. Previously served in the Royal Navy during WWII (P/MX 743844) and had lied about his age in order to join the service. Served in HMS Belfast (a light 6-inch [150 mm] gun cruiser now preserved on the River Thames in London) and HMS Musketeer, a Matchless-class Fleet Destroyer. Enlisted in the RNZN under the Frigate Entry Scheme and was a member of the original crew of Tutira that brought the ship to New Zealand from the UK. Served in Rotoiti 7 Oct–3 Nov 1950 in Korean waters then trans-shipped to Tutira and served therein 4 Nov 1950 to 13 Aug 1951 by which time the ship had returned to NZ. After only two weeks at Philomel he boarded Taupo on 25 Aug and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug for further service in Korean waters. Taupo RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but he remained with this ship until Jan 1953. Further service was in Philomel and Tamaki both shore stations at Devonport. DEE 29 Jan 1955. Died Palmerston North 19 Jan 1990 aged 62 years. RSA plaque in Kelvin Grove Cemetery, Palmerston North. |
| ALCOCK, Alex R (Lex?) | 0 | Mr | National Film Unit, Wellington | Correspondent | 10/12/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Member of a media party photographed just before they left Evans Bay, Wellington, for Sydney to travel onto Japan and Korea. Those pictured L to R were Mr A.F.B. McCredie, the editor of the Napier Daily Telegraph, Captain Herbert K Griffiths, Kayforce PRO, Mr A.R. Alcock, cameraman from National Film Unit, Wellington, Mr C.I.B. Watkins, Radio commentator from Palmerston North, Mr K.W. Frank, radio technician from New Plymouth, Mr George Burns editor of the Christchurch Sun-Star and Mr W.J. Noble (wearing WWII medals ribbons) the editor of the Evening Star, Dunedin. The editors returned to NZ on 22 Dec, the radio and film representatives remained with Kayforce for three months. |
| ALCORN, Robert James (Jock) | 13743 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Strone, Argyllshire, Scotland 2 Jun 1923. Served in the Royal Navy with Service No P/KX 541252 from 2 May 1944 to 12 Nov 1951. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori (in the UK) on 13 Nov 1951 as a Stoker and advanced on successive days to Leading Stoker Mechanic and then to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. His first sea service in the RNZN was in Bellona to which he was drafted 7 Feb 1952 and remained with that ship until 15 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954. Served as Petty Officer Stoker in Kaniere in Korean and Malayan waters 1954–55 under the command of Lieutenant Commander Sam Mercer. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM on return to NZ He later served in Black Prince and advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic while in that ship. Served in Lachlan 14 Mar 1957 and advanced to Chief Mechanic (Engineer) 1 Jan 1958. Also served in Otago 15 Feb 1961–13 Jan 1963. Discharged to RA 1 May 1964. Living North Shore City 1999. Died Fairview Hospital, Auckland, 7 May 2012 aged 88 years. Medals for his service in the RN may include 1939–45 Star, France & Germany Star and War Medal are known. |
| ALDERSON, Raymond Stephen (Squeegie) | 13113 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Greymouth 17 Dec 1933. He was an office boy before he enlisted in the RNZN on 8 Sep 1949 as Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and the Philomel his first sea service was in Bellona as a Boy 1st Class. Drafted to Taupo 18 Jan 1951 to 25 Jan 1953 sailing from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 17 Jun 1951 and to Able Seaman 17 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also served in Black Prince, Bellona, HMAS Watson. Also served in Bellona again, the Tui where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 1 May 1955 and Kiwi. He also served during Operation Grapple at Christmas Island where NZ Servicemen were witness to the nuclear weapons tests. It is unclear on which ship he served. DEE from RNZN 16 Dec 1957. Posted to the inactive reserve 17 Dec 1957. Died Auckland 25 Apr 1979. NZOSM, NZ Special Service Medal and KWSM were later forwarded to his next-of-kin. |
| ALDERTON, Harry Murdock | 13718 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 21/10/2053 | Born Shepherd’s Bush London, UK, on 1 May 1920. Enlisted in the RN as Boy 2nd Class 11 Nov 1935 with Service No P/JX146835). Served in Iron Duke in 1937 by then a training ship, then in Barham (battleship) May 1937–Feb 1938 followed by Malaya (battleship) where he advanced to Telegraphist. Next served at St Angelo on Malta from Aug 1938 to Jul 1942. Drafted to HMS Hannibal, a shore station at Algiers, Furneaux (Brisbane), HMS Nile (Alexandria) then back to St Angelo. Also appears to have served in the sloop Pelican. On return to the UK he was held at HMS Mercury, Tamar and President. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal but may well have been awarded others. Discharged from the RN 2 Jun 1950. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, London, 17 Sep 1951, as a Telegraphist and advanced on the following days to Leading Telegraphist and then Petty Officer Telegraphist. Served in Irirangi Jan–Sep 1952. Drafted in Oct 1952 to Kaniere and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve in Korean waters. RTNZ to 21 Oct 1953 and was awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He was sent to the UK for specialised training courses for seven months followed by 18 months attachment to the RN. Promoted Acting Commissioned Officer on 23 Jul 1954 (Lieutenant). This rank was confirmed 23 Jul 1955. Appointed Deputy Director RNZN Signals Division as Lieutenant. Appointed on 25 Mar 1957 to Royalist and sailed on 20 May 1957 from Auckland on the Second Commission Voyage to Malaya and Korean waters. Served in the later for about five weeks. He then served in Philomel 1 Sep 1958 followed by Irirangi 25 Sep 1961 then Wakefield 19 Nov 1962. Later served in Royalist Sep 1964 as Communications Officer. Discharged to RA as Lieutenant Commander 1 May 1970. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| ALDRIDGE, Colin Clarence Lewis | 206226 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Taumarunui 2 Oct 1924. Also served in BCOF, Japan (2nd Relief) 15 Jul 1947–10 Aug 1948. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea and sailed to Korea via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in RHQ 16 Fd Regt and was involved in all the major actions in which the Regiment took part. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 26 Apr 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.28 was sent to an address in Ohura, King Country on 22 Jan 1957. Died Katikati 1 Jun 1998. Later entitled to NZPSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Katikati 1 Jun 1998 aged 81 years. |
| ALEXANDER, John Fettes | 206428 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Waverly, Taranaki 8 Jul 1929. Farmer from Waverley. Enlisted in Kayforce at Whanganui and was attested in the Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni Entered Korea 8 Sep 1951. Posted as Driver in 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Admitted sick to Swedish Hospital Pusan 9–12 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and flew by Qantas from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea, to Sydney. Deplaned at Wellington 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also awarded to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jun 1953. Confirmed that he is the brother of Ross Alexander (below). Both have consecutive service numbers. His name is recorded on the Whanganui Memorial Rock. |
| ALEXANDER, Ross | 206429 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Waverly, Taranaki, 9 Nov 1926. Farmer from Waverley, next-of-kin Mr William F. Alexander, Waverley. Enlisted in Kayforce at Whanganui and attested 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning there 29 Aug 1951. Remained at NZRTU until posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Feb 1952. Entered Korea 3 Feb 1952 and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 7 Feb 1952. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by air disembarking at Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 13 May 1953. Died Patea 15 Mar 1975 aged 48 years. He is recorded on the Whanganui Memorial Rock as Alexander N ROSS. |
| ALGAR, Anthony Herbert (Tony) | 11718 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Christchurch on 27 Sep 1927. Entered the RNZN on 22 Jan 1948. Served in Bellona during 1948–49. Served in Rotoiti 4 Jan 1952–1 Feb 1952 for passage to Japan then trans-shipped to Taupo on 2 Feb 1952. Promoted Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 24 Jul 1952. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but remained with this ship until Jan 5. Awarded Korea Medal and United Nation Korea Medal (impressed ‘A.H. ALGAR NZ11718 A/L.E.M.’). These medals were later lost during a house removal and were replaced at cost. Later served in Black Prince. Highly regarded by all ranks, energetic and reliable, outstanding Leading Electrical Mechanician. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 22 Jan 1963. Later Chief Petty Officer Electrician. DEE 21 Jan 1968. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died prior to Oct 1993. |
| ALGAR, Neville Leonard | 14344 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Braintree, Essex, UK, 24 Jan 1927. Served in the Royal Navy (with Service No C/JX618144) from 13 Oct 1943 to 23 Oct 1952 for which he received the following awards: 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France & Germany’ clasp and War Medal 1939–45. It is not known which ships or on which stations he served however it appears that he served in Korean waters with the Royal Navy before joining the RNZN as he had been issued the Korea Medal and the UN Korea Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori, London and granted the rate of Able Seaman on 24 Oct 1952. On arrival in NZ he was stationed at Philomel and then in Tamaki. Drafted to Pukaki 18 Aug 1953 which was part of the Reserve Fleet. This ship was recommissioned and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve as part of the Far East Fleet. Operated from Singapore, Hong Kong and Sasebo. While in Korean waters was involved in some shore bombardments and after the armistice monitored the armistice. On RTNZ served at Philomel 24 Mar 1955–31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 which left for SE Asia on 20 May 1957. He served in Malaysian waters on this voyage, but a serious family illness meant that he was RTNZ on compassionate grounds 12 Aug 1957 and did not go to Korea in Royalist. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 24 Jan 1959. Later served in Royalist again 30 Aug 1960–10 Oct 1962. Discharged to RA 12 Oct 1963. Re-engaged in the General Duties section but was discharged ‘Engagement Terminated at own Request’ 13 Sep 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and PJM. It is not known if he claimed the NZDSM. Died Auckland, 11 Mar 2015. |
| ALLAN, Cyril James | 593107 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/04/2054 | 02/06/2055 | Born Tangihua, Northland 16 Mar 1931. Plasterer from New Plymouth. CMT Trainee in 1 WWCT Regt. Trained as MMG Gunner and posted to Support Company. TSFD to Kayforce and enlisted 9 Dec 1953. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan. Entered Korea 4 May 1954 and posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Changed Corps and TSFD to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, RNZASC 12 Oct 1954. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight at Iwakuni, Japan to RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 43 days. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jul 1955. Served overseas Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Returned to 1 WWCT Regt when discharged from Kayforce. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.31 was sent to his Wellington address 22 Jan 1957. Living at Tokoroa in 2002. Died Tokoroa 30 Apr 2016 aged 85 years. |
| ALLAN, Henry Colin | 204169 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Dunedin 12 Aug 1928. Self-employed tractor driver when he enlisted in Kayforce at Paeroa 19 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni deplaning there 4 Sep 1951. Entered Korea and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 8 Sep 1951. Served in most areas where 10 Tpt Coy was required. Promoted Lance Corporal during tour. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland on 27 May 1953 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1953. Served overseas one year 299 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. The Korea Medal sent to given address but was returned on 15 Jun 1954 as the recipient had moved. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ALLAN, John Forrest | 15906 | Lieutenant (Engineering) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Shotts, Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK, on 26 Sep 1931. He attended the RN College at Dartmouth 1945–49 and the RN Engineering college at Portsmouth. Qualified as a marine engineer. Served in HMS Vanguard (battleship) 1952–53 (8 months), HMS Savage (destroyer used as trials ship) 1953 (four months) and HMS Newcastle (cruiser) 1954–56 for 18 months. RN Officer commenced two and a half years on loan to RNZN on 23 May 1956. Joined RNZN at Maori and on arrival in NZ served in Philomel until he was appointed to Royalist on 8 Feb 1957. In March he was notified that he had been awarded the Third Prise of £20 for his entry in the Annual Prize Competition in Naval History. On Royalist Re-commissioning he became the senior watch-keeping officer from 9 Apr 1957 to 10 Dec 1959. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage and RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. He returned to Britain and was discharged from Maori on 18 Feb 1959. He retired from the RN 1961 and came back to NZ and took up employment with Alcan Industries and joined the RNZNVR 14 Apr 1962–15 Mar 1974. Later becoming Lieutenant Commander. Awarded VRD. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and entitled to NZDSM. |
| ALLAN, John Richard (Jack) | 204222 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Sydney, Australia 24 Sep 1930. Employed as a printer for Whitcombe & Tombs at Auckland. Enlisted at Papakura and was attested on 10 Jan 1952 for the Kayforce Replacement draft. Gun Number. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight for Sydney. Travelled to Japan via Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. M/O 16 Fd Regt 29 Mar 1953 and attached to CATC, Inchon for a training course. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 19 Apr 1953. Promoted Lance Bombardier. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 19 Jul–8 Aug 1953 for a further course and achieved a good result on RT Procedures, Fire Orders and Line Laying. Posted to NZ Base 18 Nov 1953 and held on NZ Roll. RTNZ on SS Taiping embarking 29 Jan 1954 at Kobe, Japan and travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 280 days. Struck off Strength of Kayforce on 23 Apr 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Joined Kenya Police in 1955 and became and inspector in this force. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM, also Africa General Service Medal clasp ‘Kenya’. Living in Kerikeri in 2004. Later awarded NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.32 was sent to his Auckland address on 22 Jan 1957. Living in Kerikeri in 2004. Died Kerikeri 9 May 2019 aged 88 years. Buried North Shore Memorial Park Cemetery. |
| ALLAN, Peter Joseph | 13679 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Greymouth 26 Apr 1935. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 24 May 1951. Like many others his initial sea service was in Bellona and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 26 Oct 1952. While still in Bellona he was promoted Able Seaman on 26 Aug 1953. Served in Hawea before being drafted to Kaniere on 19 Jun 1954. Sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters until RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. Qualified as a shallow water diver. Served in several ships including Lachlan, Taranaki, Otago and Canterbury, all the while moving steadily through the ranks to Petty Officer on 14 Apr 1960 and to Chief Petty Officer 15 Oct 1965. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal, May 1968 and later the clasp in May 1983. Was a keen sportsman and passed several courses to reach supervising Physical Training Instructor qualification. Promoted Warrant Officer Physical Training Instructor 1 Oct 1971. Awarded Joint Services PT and RT Diploma Apr 1971. Appointed MBE, QB Hons Jun 1975. Promoted from the Lower Deck to Sub-Lieutenant 15 Feb 1985. Discharged 31 May 1988. Posted to the Retired List 2 Jun 1989. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) NZDEFSM. |
| ALLAN, Stanley Roy Fredrick | 208189 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Christchurch 13 Jul 1926. Served in the Interim Army from 11 Oct 1946 to 21 Sep 1947 (Service No 656948). Labourer for Christchurch Drainage Board. Enlisted in Kayforce 12 Jun 1951 for service in Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni deplaning there circa 11 Oct 1951. Entered Korea 15 Oct 1951 and posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ by civil air flights. Deplaned NZ 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas for one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1953. Joined the Territorial Force as a Trooper in A Sqn, NZ Scottish Regt, RNZAC in Aug 1961. Died on 4 Nov 1962 aged 36 years–electrocuted after touching a signals vehicle, the aerial of which was in contact with overhead power lines. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.33 was sent to his Christchurch address 22 Jan 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ALLAN, William Wilson (Jock) | 14346 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Grangemouth, Scotland 25 Jun 1927. Previous service in the Royal Navy starting as Stoker 2nd Cl. Served on HMS Royal Arthur, HMS Duke, HMS Impulse, Pembroke, Superb, Phoebe (Light cruiser) and Widemouth Bay (Bay-class frigate). TSFD to the RNZN on 27 Oct 1952. Served on Philomel and then drafted to Kaniere for service in Korea. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Also served in Bellona, Tui, Kiwi and Irirangi. Drafted to Black Prince 17 Jan 1958 for his final sea service. DEE 19 Oct 1958. Joined NZ Police and was stationed at Hawera at one time. Retired from the Police circa 1985. Awarded Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea, UN Korea, Police Long Service Medal (ERII) and KWSM. |
| ALLEN, Andrew James | 208245 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 26/04/2052 | Born Whanganui on 16 Jan 1931. Fitters labourer at Anchor Shipping & Foundry Co, Nelson. Enlisted in Kayforce 12 Jun 1951 for service in the Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni circa 3 Oct 1951 Crossed from Japan to Pusan, Korea by 3-day sea voyage. Entered Korea 6 Oct 1951. Battle casualty Wounded in Action by mine blast on 6 Dec 1951 left leg and upper arm. Admitted to 26 Field Ambulance then TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Depot 11 Feb 1952 and then to Brit Com General Hospital 6 Mar 1952. Discharged from Hospital and RTNZ by air as Medical evacuee. ETD from Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 and arrived in NZ on 26 Apr 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals sent to recipient at his mother’s home in Matamata. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ALLEN, Andrew John (Andy) | 211082 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 25/06/2053 | 27/05/2055 | Born Taumarunui on 12 May 1930. Linesman in Post & Telegraph Department at Taumarunui but enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Masterton on 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 25 Jun 1953 on Teal aircraft at for passage to Sydney and from Sydney to Japan by civil air. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1953. Attached to the Canadian NCO School for four months 26 Jun 1954 to 31 Oct 1954. Granted 12-month extension to service in Korea. TSFD to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 29 Nov 1954. M/O from Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit to Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 May 1955. Emplaned 25 May 1955 at Iwakuni on Qantas flight to Australia, deplaned Auckland 27 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jun 1955. Joined Regular Force 7 Jun 1955 in rank of Trooper in NZSAS Sqn. Posted to NZ Sigs and seconded to NZSAS 12 Jul 1955. Embarked on service aircraft at Whenuapai 10 Nov 1955 and served with NZSAS 1 Troop in Malaya (12 Nov 1955–9 Dec 1957). GSM 1918 with Malaya clasp Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. Qualified on Parachute Course at Far East Transport Wing Parachute School, RAF Changi. Qualified on Special Demolitions Course at Far East Engineer Training School, Kluang, Malaya. RTNZ on service aircraft arriving 9 Dec 1957 at Auckland. Posted to RNZ Sigs, Central District Signals Troop, Linton Camp. Discharged from Regular Force 9 Jun 1958. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal (entitled to NZGSM (K) GSM1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Died Whanganui 20 Oct 1987 aged 57 years. |
| ALLEN, Edward Foster (Ted) | 206850 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 10/07/2054 | Born Palmerston North 27 Aug 1926. Enlisted in Hamilton 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued the journey by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan arriving 13 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 18 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Promoted Lance Bombardier 4 Jan 1954 and on through Corporal to reach Sergeant 1 Apr 1954. Attached FAP to CATC, Inchon 31 Jan 1953 to 31 Jan 1954. Embarked 26 May 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan, for return to Sydney and travelled on Teal flight from Sydney to Christchurch where he deplaned 10 Jul 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Oct 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Te Awamutu 13 Apr 2018 aged 91. |
| ALLEN, Edward Oliver (Eddy) | 326189 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Kaitaia 26 Dec 1931. Employed as a fireman for New Zealand Railways. Enlisted in Hamilton on 27 Jan 1953 for service in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by civil air (Qantas or BCPA) to Japan and deplaned on 21 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea on 25 Jun 1953. Admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb 8 Jan 1954 and was TSFD to 4 Canadian Fd Amb from where he was discharged direct to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Involved on transport duties in New Zealand area. Attached for all purposes to UN Honour guard at Seoul from 28 Feb to 8 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Australia deplaning Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Completed one year and 159 days service overseas. SOS Kayforce on 21 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Living at Kaitaia on RTNZ. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Died Te Atatu South 28 Jul 2007 aged 76 years. Published in NZ Herald 30 Jul 2007. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ALLEN, Edward William | 208463 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 05/08/2053 | Born Nelson 12 Sep 1930. Enlisted as Kayforce Replacement 10 Jan 1952. Posted to RNZA while undergoing training. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and flew by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan arriving 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Bombardier 18 Aug 1952, Bombardier 31 Dec 1952. RTNZ emplaning Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 and deplaning Wellington 5 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Was employed for a short time at Papakura as an instructor before being discharged. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Feb 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died 24 Aug 2003 with the funeral being held on 29 Aug 2003. |
| ALLEN, Leonard Ramon | 203532 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Dannevirke 23 Sep 1927. Farmhand from Rototuna, Waikato. Enlisted at Auckland 11 Sep 1950 for service in Kayforce. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 16 Fd Regt, RNZA, 161 Bty and was involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Battle casualty shell wound left shoulder, 20 Jan 1952. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 20 Jan 1952 and discharged back to his unit on 26 Jan 1952. RTNZ emplaning at Iwakuni on 10 Jul 1952, to Sydney transferring to and deplaning Auckland 13 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat Aparima. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Sep 1952. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Tauranga, 24 May 2004 aged 76 years. |
| ALLEN, Lloyd Charles | 206749 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Auckland 8 Mar 1926. Came from Pahiatua. Previous service in Jayforce, BCOF Japan in rank of Corporal (Service No 653490) for approx two years. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued the journey by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. Battery Clerk 163 Bty 10 Jul 1952. Promoted Bombardier 6 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ by civil air arriving at Wellington 31 Mar 1954 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Served in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt for one year from Oct 1959 to Nov 1960. His Kayforce Discharge No.38 was posted to a Gisborne address 22 Jan 1957. |
| ALLEN, Marsh | 208122 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Waimate North 18 Oct 1927. Attested 12 Jun 1951 for service in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni. Entered Korea some three days later. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured and admitted to Norwegian MASH 19 Dec 1951 discharged two-days later. Admitted Norwegian MASH 12 Apr 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 23 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Arrived Auckland 10 Jun 1953 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Aug 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM |
| ALLEN, Peter John | 206851 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 16/05/2054 | Born Te Aroha 15 Nov 1930. Farmer from Ruatoria. Last NZ address was his mother's home Lepperton, Taranaki. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Driver Operator in Battery. Marched out from 16 Fd Regt to CATC Inchon 7 Jun–23 Jun 1953. Returned to 16 Fd Regt but then marched out to CATC Inchon for second time but returned the next day. SOS Kayforce 19 Jul 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Kihikihi in 2001. Died Hamilton 28 Aug 2018 aged 89 years. |
| ALLEN, Richard | 14815 | Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Akura, near Masterton on 17 Nov 1936. Employed as a labourer. Entered the RNZN on 28 May 1953 as Boy 2nd Class. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 16 Nov 1953 then to Signalman Boy 23 Dec 1953. Served in Philomel 6 Aug–12 Sep 1954 and advanced to Ordinary Signalman back dated to 17 May 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 13 Sep 1954–2 Dec 1955 and advanced to Signalman 17 Jun 1956 but spent eight days in Kiwi during that time. Drafted Kaniere 5 Jan 1956–10 Oct 1957. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters. On RTNZ served in Black Prince and Pukaki in which ship he advanced to Acting Leading Signalman 28 Aug 1958 and was in the Nuclear Test area. Also served in Philomel, Wakefield and in Royalist. DEE 16 Nov 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZSSM (NT). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| ALLEN, Ronald Desmond | 203502 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born Auckland 12 Jul 1926. A tiler by trade. Served for two years in RNZAF as Leading Aircraftman. Motor cyclist. Attested in the Kayforce Main Body on 31 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Photographed with snow on a Korean hillside where a NZ Battery was in position. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Promoted to Temporary Lance Bombardier while holding the appointment of Troop Artificer. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 4 Oct 1951, Sergeant 9 Aug 1952 Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by civil air via Guam, Port Moresby and deplaned Auckland 7 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Nov 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Rotorua 8 Jun 2016 aged 89 years. |
| ALLEN, Thomas Alfred | 206430 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/06/2054 | Born London England 14 Apr 1921. Served in the Royal Navy for 7 years (Service No KX603030), Leading Seaman Engine Room Artificer. Discharged as Leading Seaman. With this length of service one could assume that he served during WWII. Engineer at the Tomoana Freezing Works, Hastings. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine at Wellington. Travelled to Korea by Qantas aircraft to Japan and then two/three-day trip by ship to Korea. M/I from NZRTU to NZ Base HQ 19 Jul 1952. Promoted Lance Corporal 20 Jan 1953, Corporal 28 Jan 1954 but reverted to Driver at own request on 13 Mar 1954. Granted a 12-month extension to service in Korea and took 28-day furlough in Japan from 8 Oct to 4 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ 9 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1954. Joined Regular Force under name of Alfred Thomas COOPER. |
| ALLERBY, Murray William | 207237 | Sergeant | 10 Tpt Company Wksp | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Palmerston North 30 May 1920. Embarked 1 Feb 1941 with 4th Reinforcements for service in Egypt and disembarked Egypt 16 Mar 1941. Served during WWII,1941–45 (Private 81958). Served in Egypt and Italy with various Workshop units including 1 NZ Army Tank Bde Workshop, 6 NZ Div Workshop, 4 NZ Armoured Bde Workshop. Embarked Egypt 27 Sep 1944 for RTNZ. Disembarked Wellington 31 Oct 1944. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Enlisted for service in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Initially with Advance Party Reinforcement Unit. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 20 Feb 1951. Promoted Temporary Captain while employed as 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon Commander, 17 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas flight to Sydney then by Teal flying boat to NZ deplaning Wellington 6 Jun 1952. Initially returned to Westport. Posted to the Reserve of Officers General List, 28 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in Territorial Force RNZASC (2 Coy) then RNZEME (3 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North, 30 May 2002 on his 82nd birthday. |
| ALLEY, Richard John | 13362 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Otaki 28 Nov 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 15 Jun 1950. Drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 28 May 1951. Changed to Ordinary Telegraphist 19 Nov 1951. Served in Tamaki, Irirangi and Philomel before being drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. Advanced to Telegraphist 24 Feb 1953. Sailed for Korean waters 2 Mar 1953 and served mainly on the west coast. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. On RTNZ was drafted to Wakefield (Navy Office in Wellington) before returning to Irirangi. Attended a course at HMAS Cerberus 9 Sep 1954 to 11 Jan 1955 then returned to Philomel. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist 1 Mar 1955. Drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955 and was a crew member that took this ship back to the UK and brought Royalist back to NZ arriving Dec 1956. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 17 Apr 1956. Later served in Lachlan and served again at Wakefield and Irirangi before DEE 17 Nov 1959. Died North Shore city 9 May 2002. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. |
| ALLINGHAM, David Owerson | 31507 | Sergeant | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 07/10/2053 | 06/01/2054 | Born Christchurch 30 Jul 1919. Served two and a half years with 1 Canterbury Regt, TF. Assistant Linesman PWD Hororata. Attested for service 18 Oct 1940 and entered camp 7 Jan 1941. Issued serve No.16492. Embarked with 4th Reinforcements 1 Feb 1941 for service in 2 NZEF Div Signals. Disembarked from HMT 28 in Egypt 16 Mar 1941. M/I 2 NZ Div Sigs 4 Aug 1941. Attached HQ 4th NZ Armd Bde 21 Feb 1944. CTBA HQ 4th NZ Armd Bde 30 May 1944. Embarked Egypt for RTNZ 27 Sep 1944 and arrived in Wellington 31 Oct 1944. Discharged at Wellington 8 Feb 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Carpenter for John Calder or Riccarton before joining Regular Force. Joined Regular Force 15 Sep 1947 As Sapper 2 Star in Southern District Construction Coy. Posted to RNZE 19 Sep 1947. Attached for duty 82 Coast Bty Tairoa Heads 19 Nov 1947. Assistant Foreman of Works from Southern Military District. Was involved with works tasks at Reefton and Clarence Bridge late 1952 early1953. Seconded to Kayforce wef 28 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as Sergeant on Teal flight to Sydney and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Posted to 28 Field Engineer Regt (British Army) 15 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 16 Oct 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ from 28 Fd Engr Regt and posted to NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 92 days. SOS Kayforce 14 Jan 1954 and reposted to Regular Force, Christchurch. Awarded UN Medal for Korea only (published in NZ Base HQ RO on 3 Nov 1953). Was at Combined Services Small Arms Meetings at Trentham in both 1962 and 1963. Promoted Warrant Officer 1st Class 27 Sep 1963. Awarded LS&GC Medal (Military) 1964. Died Princess Margaret Hospital Christchurch, 2 Oct 1969 (aged 50 years) while on sick leave. His ashes were interred in St Peter's Churchyard, Riccarton. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| ALLISON, Raymond Alisdon | 204254 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 02/10/2054 | Born Kamo, Northland 1 Apr 1926. Self-employed carpenter from Devonport. Previous service in BCOF Japan Mar 1946–Oct 1947. Trooper (Service No 654010, at NZ Base in Japan. RTNZ and was discharged. Attested for Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued from Sydney to Japan via Port Moresby and Guam. Entered Korea 11 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but battery not identified. Emplaned at Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 and returned to NZ by reverse route to deplane Auckland 2 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 214 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ALLISTER, Raymond | 12713 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Kirkdale, Liverpool, UK, 12 Jul 1918. Was a labourer before he enlisted in the RNVR on 24 Apr 29–21 Sep 1939 as an Ordinary Seaman. TSFD to Mobilised Service 22 Sep 1939 with Service No M/DX2807. At HMS Drake until 8 Oct 1939. Drafted to HMS Maori (a Tribal-class destroyer launched by Mrs Jordan the wife of the NZ High Commissioner) on 9 Oct 1939 which operated from HMS Cochrane II the Rosyth supply and accounting base. HMS Maori also participated in the pursuit and destruction of Bismarck in 1941. Maori also rescued some of the survivors from Bismarck. Advanced to Able Seaman 1 Jul 1940. HMS Maori was later based at HMS Nile (Alexandria) then at St Angelo (Malta) where she was bombed and sunk by the German bombers on 12 Feb 1942. Awarded Mentioned in Despatches 29 Jun 1943. Able Seaman Allister then served in 830 Sqn, Fleet Air Arm until 30 Jan 1943 but remained on duty with the Navy until he was returned to the UK in Mar 1944. At HMS Defiance the Training Establishment, Portsmouth 31 May 1944–8 May 1945. The remainder of his RN service appears to be on shore stations except for HMS Rame Head a RN Repair Ship 25 Aug–5 Nov 1945. Released from the RN 6 Mar 1946. WWII Medals not known by may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Joined the RNZN at Cook in London on 6 Mar 1949 as an Able Seaman. Held at Maori (Cook re-named) 1 Apr–3 May 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was one of the men who sailed this ship to NZ. He remained in this vessel and sailed from NZ on 3 Jul 1950 to serve in Korean waters on the first deployment to the Korea War. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Served in Tamaki 31 Aug 1951–drafted to Bellona 30 May 1952, then to Irirangi 13 Jan 1953. Returned to the UK, 21 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 5 Mar 1954. Later Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ALLNATT, Edward William | 207937 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Oamaru 11 Feb 1927. Civil trade Driver. Served in RNZAF before joining KMB on 15 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Battle casualty 25 Nov 1951. “…Later in the morning, two gunners of 162 Battery were less fortunate when their truck, in which they were ferrying ammunition, was hit by a shell on the road leading to the battery position. One of them, Gnr E.W. Allnatt, later died of his wounds.” (New Zealand and the Korean War, Vol.2, Ian McGibbon) Admitted to 25 Canadian Field Ambulance. Died of Wounds (shell fragment received to back of head on 25 Nov 1951) 26 Nov 1951 at the Norwegian Mobile Surgical Hospital. His remains were interred at the UN Military Cemetery at Tanggok. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal that were sent to next of kin. The Memorial Scroll was forwarded to the family on 18 Aug 1959 and the NZ Memorial Cross during mid-1961. The President of Korea, His Excellency Park Chung Hee presented a personal token to the next-of-kin during his visit to New Zealand in 1968. The President's Medallion was sent to the family on 18 Oct 1968. The NZOSM was presented to family members at Parliament 11 Jun 2001. His medals were sent to his sister, Mrs A.M. McIntosh. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM which his family may have received. |
| ALLSWORTH, Ivan Francis | 207721 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Masterton 10 Oct 1928. Storeman from Briscoe Co, Christchurch. Previous service in RNZAF for one year as Aircraftman 1st Class. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and left NZ with the Advance Party No.1. Emplaned 7 Dec 1950 on RNZAF DC3 aircraft and flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. 25-pounder guns, gun tractors (quads) and all the major items of equipment were to be unloaded and ready for the main body to arrive. Unused to driving on opposite side of the roads to New Zealand several near accidents occurred. Accidentally injured 28 Jan 1951 and admitted to K9 Dispensary for treatment. Promoted Temporary Bombardier while employed as a gun instructor at NZRTU 31 Jan 1951. Also employed as Hygiene and Sanitation NCO and wanted to further his artillery knowledge. Entered Korea. When posted to Easy Troop, 163 Bty reverted to rank of Gunner. Received treatment for acute tonsillitis at the Swedish Red Cross Hospital. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1951 at for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Oct 1952. Wairarapa representative for NZKVA, 2004. Died Masterton 9 Jan 2013 aged 84 years. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ALSOP, Arthur William | 331092 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Stratford 29 Oct 1931. Married just before he left for Korea. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and carried onto Japan by civil air flight. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953 and posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Oct 1953. Accidentally injured 5 Jul 1954 but no action required by CO of unit. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ and arrived by air from Sydney in NZ on 20 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). SOS Kayforce and posted to TF unit 18 Jan 1955. Returned to farming then joined Regular Force, RNZASC on 28 Sep 1964. Posted to Linton Camp on enlistment but then served in 7 Petrol Platoon, 21 Supply Company. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Aug 1965. Changed trade to Clerk at 21 Sup Coy. Later served at Waiouru in 2 Independent Tipper Platoon as clerk. Discharged from Army 9 Feb 1968. |
| ALSWEILER, Silvester | 12496 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Bluff, NZ, 30 Jun 1926. Employed as a labourer before he enlisted in the RNZN on 7 Oct 1948 as an Assistant Cook. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted 18 May 1949 to Kiwi for his first sea service. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) at Philomel 7 Jun 1949. Also served in Bellona and Kaniere before returning to Tamaki 19 Nov 1951. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Local) 11 Feb 1953 but reverted to Cook (Seamen) 3 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki (Reserve Fleet) 4 Aug 1953 but the ship was soon recommissioned and sailed for service in Korean waters 21 Sep 1953. Pukaki was the first ship to operate as part of the Far East Station and was mainly involved in monitoring the Korean Armistice. She also operated from Hong Kong and Singapore. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Cook (Seamen) Alsweiler changed his trade to Cook (Officers) 13 Jan 1955 served in in Hawea, Black Prince, Rotoiti and Lachlan returning to Tamaki or Philomel from time to time. On several occasions advanced to Acting Leading Cook (O) (Local) but reverted to Cook (Officers) until he was finally advanced to Leading Cook (Officers) on 1 Jan 1963 and to Leading Cook (Officers) on 1 Jan 1964. Discharged to RA 24 Aug 1965. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZDSM and PJM. |
| AMAI, Walter | 459691 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/06/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Waikaremoana 11 Jun 1931. Plasterer from Mangakino. Underwent training in 6th CMT intake. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements 21 Apr 1953 at Hamilton. Emplaned 29 Jun 1953 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney and travelled remainder of journey to Japan by Qantas. Disembarked Iwakuni, Japan, 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd DS 7–11 Feb 1954. Failed to adhere to military discipline and heavily punished twice and several lesser times. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ and arrived Auckland on 23 Nov 1954 ex Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 118 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.46 was sent to an address at Atiamuri on 22 Jan 1957. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| AMBLER, Winston Prain | 35496 | Corporal | Brit Com Base Provost Coy | RNZ Provost Corps | 16/06/2054 | 13/01/2055 | Born 1 Sep 1925. Served as a Sapper in NZ for 139 days during 1942. Also served from 19 Apr 1945 until 30 Jul 1946. Driver from Wellington. Served in BCOF, Japan (618364 Private, HQ NZ Infantry Corps). Next-of-kin Mrs E.M. Ambler (wife), Nelson) served in 22 (NZ) Battalion as driver mechanic in Japan from 31 Jul 1946 to 27 Aug 1947. Became a Traffic Inspector in Gisborne. Joined Regular Force on 10 Mar 1952. Posted to RNZ Provost Corps at Waiouru and promoted Lance Corporal. Seconded to Kayforce. Emplaned 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan 19 Jun 1954 and remained at NZ Reinforcement Training Unit. Did not enter Korea until 7 Aug 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt HQ as Military Policeman but attached FAP to No.1 Section, Brit Com Base Provost Company from 6 Aug 1954 to 3 Jan 1955. Emplaned 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas 212 days. SOS Kayforce on 13 Apr 1955 and re-posted to Regular Force. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45 and UN Korea Medal. Awarded NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Levin,18 Jan 2006 aged 80 years. |
| AMES, Peter | 12750 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born East Ham, Essex, UK, 10 Mar 1927. Was a clerk before he entered the Royal Navy on 19 Jun 1944 as a Boy 1st Class with Service No C/JX 711262. Underwent training in HMS Royal Arthur followed by time at HMS Ganges where he advanced to Ordinary Seaman 8 Sep 1944. Drafted 28 Sep 1944 to HMS Valkyrie a WWI destroyer used as a training ship. Served in HMS Walker 29 Dec 1944–30 May 1945 and escorted convoy JW63 to the Kola inlet of Soviet Russia. He was in HMS Dolphin 7 Jun 1945 the RN submarine training establishment. Advanced to Able Seaman 16 Jun 1945 and qualified as Radar Plotter 3rd Class the same day. Served in the following submarines at the end and after WWII, HMS Trespasser 11 Sep 1945–30 Jan 1946, HMS Thule 20 Jul–7 Oct 1946 and HMS Thermopylae 8 Oct 1946–22 Apr 1947. His final RN Service was in HMS Pembroke and was released from the RN 5 Feb 1948. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori 8 May 1949. Initially drafted to Tutira but was TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949–25 Sep 1950 and was one of the crew which brought the ship to NZ. Was at Philomel briefly before going to HMAS Watson on courses 29 Aug 1950–19 Apr 1951. At Philomel 20 Apr 1951–26 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 27 Aug 1951 and advanced to Radar Plotter 2nd Class at the same time. Taupo sailed for Korea 29 Aug 1951. Served mainly on the west coast and was involved in some shore bombardments. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 and was held in reserve. This was Taupo's only deployment to Korea. Served in Tamaki 26 Jan 1953–20 Sep 1954 then in Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–3 Apr 1955. DEE from Philomel 7 May 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, War Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| AMOR, William Charles | 207745 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Auckland 4 Jun 1928. Coal miner from Dunollie, Greymouth. Enlisted in KMB 5 Sep 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gun Number 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier when appointed 2i/c Gun. Promoted Temporary Bombardier on appointment of Section Bombardier. Accidentally injured (lacerated leg) admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 17 Mar 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hospital. Discharged from hospital 10 Apr 1952. Served where 163 Bty was located. Promoted Bombardier 10 Mar 1952. Emplaned 2 Jul 1952 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.47 sent 22 Jan 1957 to an address at Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Auckland, 22 Oct 1988 aged 60 years. |
| ANANIA, Daniel Dixon | 14832 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 18 Oct 1928. Enlisted in the RNZN as Acting Cook 28 May 1953 and underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and changed to Cook (Seamen). Served between Hawea, Black Prince, Philomel and Tamaki 29 Mar 1953–3 Apr 1957 and advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) on 1 Feb 1956 in Tamaki. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. On RTNZ was drafted to Black Prince 19 Sep 1958 and advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) 14 Jul 1960. Sent to the UK in late 1960 and was a member of the crew that brought HMNZS Taranaki to NZ. Disrated to Leading Cook (Seamen) 23 Jun 1961. Re-advanced to Acting Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) in Tamaki 23 Dec 1962. Also served in Royalist again and advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) 23 Dec 1963. Served in Lachlan, in Irirangi and was in Blackpool when that ship was returned to the RN in 1971 and came back to NZ in the new HMNZS Canterbury. Discharged to RA 7 May 1973. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| ANANIA, Walter | 204407 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/09/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born Kaihu, Northland 31 Dec 1925. Linesman in Post & Telegraph Department, Dargaville. Enlisted 17 Apr 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. Committed several disciplinary episode before enplanement for Korea. Emplaned 1 Sep 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland bound for Sydney. Travelled remainder of journey to Japan by Qantas. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 4 Sep 1952 but it was some time before he entered Korea on 2 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Dec 1952 and M/I to that unit on 3 Jan 1953. Had several problems accepting and obeying Routine and Standing Orders. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge and disembarked from Teal flight at Auckland. Served overseas one year 295 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANDERSEN, Frederick Andrew | 204037 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 07/01/2053 | Born Pukemako 22 Sep 1924.Tyre re-treader from Frankton Junction. He was also a cook at a local hotel. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in the Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni circa 25 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 28 Aug 1951 and was posted to HQ Div Tpt Pl, RNZASC the same day. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre as driver. CTBA 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 25 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 4 Jan 1953 (Compassionate reasons) for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 7 Jan 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Feb 1953. Served overseas one year 160 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.49 was sent on 22 Jul 1957 to an address in Frankton Junction. Attested for as a volunteer for 6 LAA Regt RNZA 15 Dec 1959 but was discharged at his own request 25 Feb 1960. A pair of Korea Medals with this service number, initials and name was sold in the UK in 1993. This man's name is incorrectly recorded on the Whanganui Memorial Rock as Andersen E. |
| ANDERSEN, Trevor Baden | 206598 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 11/12/2051 | Born Petone 17 Sep 1927. Clothing presser for Dominion Dyers Ltd, Petone. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 19 Jun 1951. Embarked on TSS Wahine 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Entered Japan on 2 Sep 1951. Did not enter Korea. Served in H Troop Div Sigs Regt. Admitted Brit Com General Hospital, Japan, with painful ear problems. RTNZ on medical grounds with ETD 26 Nov 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Dec 1951 and admitted Concord Hospital, Sydney on way back to NZ. Disembarked from SS Monowai at Auckland 11 Dec 1951. Served overseas 132 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Feb 1952. UN Korea Medal only awarded 22 Apr 1953. Later awarded NZOSM. Entitled to NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.50 was sent to his given address at Feilding on 22 Jan 1957. |
| ANDERSON, Allan James Robert | 206852 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 10/07/2054 | Born Invercargill 4 Jul 1931. Farmer at Tuatapere. Enlisted in Regular Force in Aug 1949. Served as Mess Steward until discharged 22 Apr 1951. Re-enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as Kayforce Replacement at Linton Camp. Emplaned 30 Jul 1952 on Teal flight at Wellington for Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, 4 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Posted as a Driver in 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 8 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge via Sydney. Deplaned Christchurch 10 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 12 Sep 1954 and posted to TF unit. Served overseas one year 315 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.51 was sent to his given address at Mossburn 22 Jan 1957.Died Rotorua 26 Nov 1991 aged 60 years. |
| ANDERSON, Arthur Leslie | 208701 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Riverton 22 Mar 1929. Came from Invercargill. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned 23 Aug 1952 and travelled to Korea on Teal flight to Sydney, Australia, then Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and Japan and landed at Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Bombardier during tour. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and was entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Cromwell, 7 Jul 1998 aged 59 years |
| ANDERSON, Avon Neville Ross | 208563 | Lance Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 28/06/2052 | 13/03/2054 | Born Footscray, Melbourne, Australia on 18 Jun 1928. Embarked 27 Jun 1941 with NZ 6th Reinforcements. Served in North Arica and Italy. RTNZ 6 Sep 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal. War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Driver for H. Knowles at Ranfurly. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Christchurch. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sidney. Completed the journey to Japan by civil airline deplaning Japan 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Admitted 8055 MASH as a Battle Casualty on 14 Feb 1953. Mortar wounds legs and arms. Left leg amputated at hip at 8043 MASH, placed on dangerously ill list. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ as surgical lying case. Promoted Lance Bombardier 1 Mar 1953. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. This record shows 20 recipients of these certificates. Discharged 28 Mar 1954 medically unfit. Served overseas 357 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.51 was sent to his given address at Christchurch on 25 Jan 1957. Also later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Greymouth 17 Oct 1998 aged 70 years, cremated at Bromley crematorium Christchurch. |
| ANDERSON, Ben | 204036 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 12/09/2054 | Born Kaipara 10 Jun 1925. Employed in Mt Eden, Auckland. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni circa 1 Sep 1951 then by three-day ship trip to Korea. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Promoted through the ranks to Temporary Sergeant on 8 May 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 and deplaned Auckland 12 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jan 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 13 Apr 1989 aged 64 years. |
| ANDERSON, David James | 206227 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Riverlea, Hamilton 28 Feb 1928. Cabinet maker from Kaponga, Taranaki. Enlisted in Kayforce Main Body 28 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Regimental Signaller and wireless operator. Served with the battery for most of the tour. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by civil air via Guam and Sydney arriving Wellington 6 Jun 1952 on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1952 and returned to Kaponga. Total service overseas one year 180 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later joined Territorial Force in late 1959 and served in 1 Wellington West Coast & Taranaki (1WWCT) Regiment before transferring to 2 Field Regiment, RNZA and being promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant. Apparently getting to 2 Fd Regt RNZA was difficult as he changed back to 1 WWCT then took his discharge in May 1963. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.55 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to his given address in Kaponga. |
| ANDERSON, Douglas | 206853 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 23/04/2054 | Born Sumner, Christchurch, 10 Sep 1921. Served in the NZ Territorial Force in 2 Bn Canterbury Regt (Service No 3/31/13 then 273717) during WWII. No evidence of medals awarded. Came from Hastings. Enlisted 17 Mar 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Arrived at Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, Served with 162 Bty mainly in the Armistice Area. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for RTNZ. Arrived Wellington 23 Apr 1954 on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1954. Served overseas one year 260 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANDERSON, Edward Paul | 14051 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Otaki 15 Aug 1935. Farmhand before he joined the RNZN on 17 Jan 1952 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 24 Jul 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan 1953 and was probably aboard during the Fleet Review in the UK in Jun 1953 at which HM Queen Elizabeth II was present. Advanced Ordinary Seaman 15 Feb 1953. On RTNZ drafted to Bellona 20 Nov 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman 15 May 1954. At Philomel and Tamaki until drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955. Pukaki served in Korean and Malayan waters during the period Aug 1955 to Sep 1956. In Philomel 4 Sep 1956 and was discharged BNPS 2 Dec 1956. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ANDERSON, Edwin Alexander | 10103 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born New Plymouth 7 Sep 1925. Served in the Non-Mobilised Territorial Force in early 1944. Civil trade was carpenter. Enlisted in RNZN 23 Aug 1944 as an Ordinary Seaman and served, amongst others, in HMS Golden Hind (a British RN barracks and Pacific Fleet Transit Camp at Liverpool, Sydney) and Gambia, Waima (minesweeper) and Arbutus. Discharged 27 Mar 1947 at the end of his engagement. Re Entered RNZN as Able Seaman 10 Jun 1946. Served briefly in Bellona and Waiouru but was DEE 11 Jun 1950. Re-enlisted in RNZN 10 Aug 1950 as Able Seaman. Drafted to Rotoiti 30 Sep 1950 to 23 Nov 1951 and served in Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman at Philomel 10 Jun 1952 and qualified as Gun Layer Class 3 on 6 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea from 8 Jul 1952 to 11 Nov 1953 though it is unclear when he returned to NZ after this second deployment to Korean waters. Advanced to Leading Seaman 1 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Sent to HMAS Cerberus to attend a CL 3 Course which he attained 27 May 1954 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer 20 Jun 1953. Also served at various times in Bellona and Royalist. Later Petty Officer 4 May 1955 and qualified as Gun Layer 1st Class. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 24 Jan 1962. Discharged to RA 2 Jan 1966. Then served as a Sea Cadet instructor at HMNZS Olphert in Wellington from 1967 until Discharged by Purchase 24 Jul 1969. Awarded 1939–45 War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal (Aug 1960). Died Whanganui on 29 Sep 2018 aged 93 years. |
| ANDERSON, Francis James | 923306 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Dunedin 1 May 1930. Butcher in Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Emplaned 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Australia and onwards to Japan arriving at Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jan 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington. SOS Kayforce 3 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Total service overseas 328 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZOSM and NZ GSM clasp ‘Korea 1955-1957’. Died Dunedin 18 May 1984 aged 54 years. |
| ANDERSON, George Harris | 204223 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Whangarei on 11 Jun 1930. Employed in the hardware trade at Ponsonby, Auckland, before joining Kayforce. Enlisted as Kayforce Replacement at Papakura Camp 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan arriving 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Employment in 16 Fd Regt not known. Emplaned 21 Nov 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 24 Jan 1954 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Total service overseas one year 207 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal but these were returned unclaimed. Re-issued much later. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Later applied for service in Vietnam but was overage and medical grading not acceptable. |
| ANDERSON, James | 208564 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 30/06/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Christchurch on 20 Oct 1917. Came from Devonport. Served during WWII (Sapper, No.34256, 18 Army Troops Company, NZE) Served in North Africa (Apr 1941–Nov 1943), Palestine and Italy (1943–45. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Territorial Force soldier after WWII who trained as a Driver Mechanic. Missed commissioning because of his age. Recognised as a steady and reliable soldier with good organising abilities. Enlisted in Kayforce on 22 Feb 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and by civil flight to deplane Iwakuni, Japan on 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 Dec 1952; Temporary Corporal 16 Mar 1953; Temporary Sergeant 10 Dec 1953. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan on Flight No.21 on 2 Jan 1954 and RTNZ on furlough. Deplaned Auckland at 8.45am on 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Emplaned Auckland 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight for return to Korea and was re-posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954 remained there until returning to Iwakuni, Japan for RNZAF Hastings flight returning to NZ and deplaned Auckland 19 Oct 1954. Total service in Korea 2 years 78 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| ANDERSON, Joseph | 14355 | Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born the city of Sunderland, north-east England 30 Nov 1919. Message boy before he entered the Royal Navy on 8 Jun 1937 as an Ordinary Seaman with the Service No P/JX801480. After training was drafted to HMS Suffolk (heavy cruiser) 24 Feb 1938. Advanced to Able Seaman 7 Dec 1938. He was next posted to HMS Aphis which was on the China Station at HMS Tamar (Hong Kong) and after three weeks on board was TSFD to HMS Folkstone (sloop) 9 Dec 1949 and returned to the UK in Feb 1940. Able Seaman Anderson then served in HMS Mohawk and was involved with the Norwegian campaign before sailing to Alexandria, Egypt. Took part in the Battle of Calabria against the Italian Navy and was also involved with bombardment of Bardia in Sep 1940. Returned to Britain and was in Victory, St Vincent and Vernon (the RN Torpedo School) 7 Nov 1940 to Nov 1941. Was based in HMS Tyne (Depot ship) but served in the destroyer HMS Marne 21 No.41–7 Mar 1943 and was initially deployed for convoy escort to and from Iceland. Also served in convoy escort to and from Kola Inlet in Russia and was under air and submarine attacks. Drafted to HMS Southern Prince (auxiliary minelayer) 1 Dec 1943–27 Feb 1944. His next ship was HMS Scylla (Dido-class cruiser) 25 Mar 1944–18 Jun 1945. This ship was severely damaged by a mine 23 Jun 1944, was towed to Spithead, then Chatham in Jul but was found uneconomic for repair. His final service was at Victory and Marlborough. Released 17 Jan 1946. Re-joined as Able Seaman 20 May 1945. At HMS Tamar (Hong Kong) 17 Aug 1947–29 Sep 1949. During this time he served in HMS Opossum for one month, advanced to Electrical Mechanician 12 Feb 1948 and to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 7 Jun 1948 then served in HMS Alacrity 3 Mar–29 Sep 1949. He was next in HMS Terror (Singapore) and served in HMS Mendip which had been part of the Chinese Nationalist Navy until returned to the RN in Sep 1949. Mendip was the only Hunt-Class destroyer to serve in the British Far East Fleet. Leading Electrical Mechanician Anderson returned to the UK and served in HMS Resource (a Depot Ship). Released from the RN 21 Nov 1952. Entered the RNZN at Maori (London) as Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 18 Nov 1952 and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician the next day. On arrival in NZ was in Philomel briefly then drafted to Lachlan 14 Jan 1953–4 May 1954. Also served in Bellona, Kiwi, Black Prince and took passage in HMS Concord to join Royalist in Hong Kong. Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and Leading Electrical Mechanician Anderson joined Royalist 1 Oct 1957. Remained in Royalist until 20 Jan 1960. Served in the Engineering Division. Served in Philomel, Royalist again Jan 1961–Apr 1962. Discharged to RA 18 Nov 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| ANDERSON, Keith Lawrence | 33886 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Denniston 14 Jun 1928. Previous Regular Force service in the RNZAOC, from 11 Aug 1949 to 5 Feb 1951. Initially a Driver, RNZASC on probation employed as a mess steward. Discharged at his own request. Came from Westport. Coal miner at the State Coal Mine, Denniston. Enlisted 23 Feb 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington and travelled to Korea by air via Australia and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 1 Jul 1952. Service record gives little about where in Korea he was located. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney and arrived in Wellington on Teal flight from Australia on 30 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged shortly after return to NZ. Served one year 290 days overseas. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.59 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Westport. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 28 Jun 1984 aged 56 years. |
| ANDERSON, Lawrence Ross | 896825 | Craftsman | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZEME | 24/03/2054 | 05/05/2055 | Born Invercargill 15 Feb 1931. Mechanic employed by Canterbury Farmers’ Co-operative, Timaru. Enlisted 19 Oct 1953 in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment. Promoted Corporal during tour. TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Oct 1954. Emplaned 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight at Iwakuni for travel to Australia then onto New Zealand and arrived at Harewood (Christchurch) 5 May 1955 on Teal flight. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Jun 1955 and posted to a TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Total service in Korea one year 43 days. Died about 13 May 1989 aged 66 years. |
| ANDERSON, Malcolm Henry Huia | 206009 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/08/2053 | Born Marton 4 Aug 1923. Previous service as a signaller in the RN (NZ Division) during WWII Service No 4338. Also served in BCOF, Japan in the Army with Service No 459876. Carpenter employed by G.E. Davies, Taumarunui. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Sergeant while holding appointment as Signals Sergeant. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant while holding appointment of Duty NCO 16 Fd Regt. Then Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer while holding appointment as Battery Sergeant Major NZ Base Camp, for NZ personnel RTNZ. RTNZ on furlough on 5 Jul 1952 and visited Drury and Taumarunui. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight and returned to Korea. Tripped on tent peg and fractured left thumb 7 Apr 1953. Admitted Hosp and was discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 Apr 1953. RTNZ and deplaned 6 Aug 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Oct 1953. Total overseas Korean service 2 years 198 days. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.61 sent to him at an address in Hamilton 22 Jan 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Auckland 28 Oct 1989 aged 66 years. WWII Medal entitlement not known. |
| ANDERSON, Martyn Daniel | 9042 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Te Kuiti 1 Jun 1926. Employed at the Lime Works at Te Kuiti. Served in Waitomo Battalion of the Home Guard, 4/20783. Applied to join RNZN 10 Nov 1943. Enlisted in RNZN Jan 1944. Served in HMS Drake, Defiance, Duke of York (in the Pacific) and Golden Hind Sydney. Discharged from RNZN 3 Sep 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Re-joined RNZN and served in first deployment of to Korea 3 Jul 1950–30 May 1951. Travelled to Korean waters via Port Moresby and Hong Kong. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Brisbane. Discharged from RNZN Dec 1960. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal 10 Sep 2001. NZOSM dispatched 9 Jul 2002. Also KWSM. Served in NZ Police after Korean War. Died Papatoetoe 25 Oct 2009 aged 83 years. |
| ANDERSON, Neil Dudley | 11789 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 01/04/2051 | Born Hastings, Hawkes Bay, on 5 Apr 1927. He was dux, head prefect, captain of the first XV, captain of the first XI and sergeant major of the Hastings High School cadet unit. Served in RNZN and RN from 1944 during WW 2. Sent to the UK as a naval cadet and qualified as Midshipman 1 Sep 1945. Served in several of the Royal Navy's big ships including Duke of York, Implacable and Vanguard. While in HMS Duke of York he went ashore in 1945 as a platoon commander in the re-occupation of Hong Kong. This ship was also in British Commonwealth Occupation Force in Japan. Appointed to Rotoiti on 15 Dec 1949 until Apr 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 and travelled to Korea via Australia, Hong Kong and Sasebo. Navigating Officer on Rotoiti. RTNZ by civil air from Iwakuni to Sydney and by Teal flying boat from Sydney to Auckland. Appointed to Pukaki as 1st Lieutenant on 21 May 1956 during the nuclear testing during Operation Grapple. Served in Taranaki during Confrontation (1963–66) but did not accumulate enough service to qualify for the GSM 1962. Commodore appointed ACDS (Support) specialist, Wellington, Aug 1974. Later Chief of Naval Staff, then Vice Admiral KBE, CB, Chief of Defence Force. Retired 17 Apr 1983. Honours and Medals include KBE, CB, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZ Special Service Medal (Nuclear Testing), Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal, Armed Forces Award and bar and KWSM. Died in Wellington Public Hospital 5 Jun 2010 after a fall at his home in Waikanae, aged 83 years. |
| ANDERSON, Norman Harvey John | 12361 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born North Leith, Midlothian, UK, 1 Sep 1918. A scholar before he entered the Royal Navy but there is no information at present about his RN Service. It is highly likely that he served prior to the beginning of WWII circa 1936. He probably reached the rate the of Petty Officer or Chief Petty Officer in the RN before enlisting in the RNZN. Enlisted in the RNZN at HMNZS Cook (London) 18 Sep 1948 as an Able Seaman and advanced to Leading Seaman and Petty Officer on succeeding days. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Sep 1948 and was a member of the crew that brought the ship to NZ. At Philomel 4 Mar 1949–5 Mar 1950. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950–10 Mar 1952. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer (Torpedo & Anti-submarine Instructor) 8 Feb 1951. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 in that ship to Korean waters and RTNZ 5 Mar 1952. On RTNZ was in Philomel until DEE 12 Sep 1952. |
| ANDERSON, Robert Keith | 326423 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Kaiaua, Hauraki Plains 15 Dec 1933. Was TF Sergeant before enlisting in Kayforce 18th Reinforcements 28 Jul 1954. Did not inform Kayforce staff he was serving TF soldier. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight from Whenuapai via Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Trg Unit. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Served as a driver on several different tasks. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ for RTNZ. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by air from Australia. Discharged 29 May 1956 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). |
| ANDERSON, Samuel James Russell | 204535 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/12/2052 | 15/04/2053 | Born Shannon, Manawatu 30 Sep 1924. Had previously been a seaman for six years, then steel erector, then store man at Roxburgh Hydro Dam. Served BCOF, Japan 1946–48. Served in 2 NZEF with Service No 633935 as part of BCOF, Japan. Enlisted at Papakura on 13 Jun 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere at for passage to Sydney and then by civil flight onto Korea. Entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. On arrival in Korea posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Posted from 10 Tpt Coy to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 13 Jan 1953. Posted from Div HQ Tpt Platoon to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ by civil air flights. Deplaned Wellington 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas for 114 days and returned home on compassionate grounds. Discharged from Kayforce 6 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANDERSON, Thomas Stanley | 208160 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Riverton 24 Aug 1929. Worked for State Forestry. Enlisted in Kayforce at Invercargill 14 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni circa 1 Sep 1951 and by three-day ship trip to Korea. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and was attached to 16 Fd Regt on occasion. Did not adhere to Military Law Used insubordinate language to his superior officer. Punishment 27 days detention and 28 days forfeiture of pay (Kayforce RO of 12 Nov 1952 p.2) Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ arriving at Wellington 24 Jun on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce on 23 Aug 1953. Applied to return to Korea but was not accepted. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Served overseas for one year 328 days. Medals offered for sale by Collector Services, Christchurch Jul 2004. |
| ANDERSON, Victor (Vic) William | 13461 | Steward | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Palmerston North 18 Jun 1931. Served in NZ Army from 19 Jul 1947 to 21 Sep 1950. Started a carpentry apprenticeship but did not complete. Changed from Army to RNZN 22 Sep 1950. Apparently went up to Korea in Hawea and TSFD to Pukaki in Korean waters. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Later served in Royalist and Black Prince. Retired as Chief Petty Officer Steward. Re-joined NZ Army for a few months in 1969 then went back to RNZN circa Sep 1969. |
| ANDERSON, Warren Joseph | 14602 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Timaru 19 Nov 1935. Enlisted in the RNZN on 25 Sep 1952. After training in Tamaki, Philomel and HMAS Cerberus was drafted to Pukaki 28 Jul 1953. Left NZ in Pukaki but on arrival in Japan was TSFD to Kaniere on 11 Nov 1953. RTNZ in Kaniere arriving 2 Mar 1954. Drafted to Bellona 9 Apr 1954. Underwent more training at Philomel and was drafted to Black Prince 21 Sep 1956. Discharged 15 Mar 1957, BNPS. Died Christchurch 13 May 2012. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ANDERSON, William (Bill) | 206652 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 19/04/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Matamata 14 Sep 1925. Watersider employed by Wellington Waterfront Commission. Enlisted in Kayforce 10 Jan 1952. Kayforce Replacement. Travelled to Korea by Teal flying boat Ararangi emplaning Shelly Bay, Wellington 19 Apr 1952 and by civil air from Sydney via Darwin and Manila to Japan. Initially posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached to 16 Fd Regt. Served in G Troop, RHQ Signals. RTNZ via Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jan 1954. Served overseas for one year 207 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Rotorua in 2004. Death reported after Nov 2012 in K Force Despatches, May 2013. |
| ANDRELL, Graeme Douglas | 15825 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Kaikoura 16 May 1940. Enlisted as a Boy 2nd Class 15 Mar 1956. First sea service was in Royalist to which he was drafted on 6 May 1957. Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 16 Nov 1957 just after leaving Korean waters. Spent considerable time in Royalist and also served in Malaysian waters in this ship in 1964. Later served in Taranaki as a Leading Seaman. Served in Lachlan and was promoted Petty Officer 8 Apr 1969. Was sent to the UK as a Petty Officer as a crew member to bring Canterbury back to NZ. Retired after 22 1/2 years’ service in the rating of Chief Petty Officer. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’ NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| ANDREW, Clyde Dewar | 204584 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/02/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Auckland 1 Mar 1926. Came from Carterton. Enlisted in 2 NZ Battalion, British Commonwealth Occupation Force Japan 11 Mar 1947. Served in Japan from 15 Jul 1947 to 10 Aug 1948. SOS Jayforce8 Sep 1948. Garden labourer for Auckland City Council. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Australia and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 14 Feb. Served mainly in Armistice area occupied by 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Oct 1954. Enlisted in General Duties Branch RNZN at HMNZS Tamaki in Feb 1965. Discharged from RNZN on 30 Oct 1970. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| ANDREW, Donald Alan | 204323 | Signalman | Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 03/05/2052 | 03/03/2054 | Born Matamata 29 Jul 1929. Came from Hamilton East, freezing worker at Horotiu Freezing Works. Enlisted 11 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement Draft at Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by Qantas or BCPA and arrived Iwakuni, Japan 6 May. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Posted to Brit Com Div Sigs Regt. Accidentally injured 17 Jun 1952 and admitted to 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station, discharged 21 Jun. Attached FAP to British Comm Z Sigs Sqn. M/I to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 4 Mar 1953 then returned to Brit Com Z Sigs Sqn on 10 Mar 1953. Admitted Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit and TSFD to X List 6 Apr 1953. M/I to NZRTU from NZ Base HQ 4 May 1953. CTBA to Brit Comm Z Sigs Sqn and posted to NZ Base HQ 22 Nov 1953 and placed on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 305 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton 2 Apr 1992 aged 62 years. |
| ANDREW, John James | 207777 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Auckland 3 Sep 1922. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.14, p.5 as a Private in an Inf Bde with Service No 440155. Enlisted at Hamilton as a motor driver and gave his home address as in Hamilton. He sailed from Auckland between 1 Jan and 31 Mar 1944 possibly for service in Italy. RTNZ circa Jan 1946. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to RNZA while in training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Promoted Temporary Bombardier while at sea while holding the appointment of Gun No.2. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and fought with the battery from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel eventually returning to what became the Armistice Line. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Jul 1951 while holding the appointment of Gun No.1. Reverted to Bombardier on ceasing to hold appointment of Gun No.1. RTNZ on furlough 30 Aug 1952. Re-emplaned Auckland 11 Dec 1952 for return to Korea with 4th Reinforcements on Teal flight and remained there until 6 Aug 1953. RTNZ in the rank of Sergeant. Service in Korea 2 years 139 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His WWII medals are not known. |
| ANDREW, Kerry | 646442 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 24/05/2056 | Born Palmerston North 16 Jan 1931. Member of 5th CMT intake. Also served six months in RNZAF as an Aircraftman 2nd Class but was discharged at his own request from Ohakea on 24 May 1950. Painter in Palmerston North. Enlisted in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements 11 Oct 1955 and emplaned at Auckland 10 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan. Posted as a Driver to 10 Tpt Coy in the Imjin area. Was not a good soldier. Often failed to comply with written and verbal orders. Emplaned 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ, arriving at Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas 136 days. Lost nearly half that time in forfeiture of pay. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Died 7 Feb 1995 aged 64 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ANDREW, Maurice Francis | 203618 | 2nd Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Napier 15 Sep 1922. Also WWII service in Army 1940–42, RNZAF 1942–45 (Service No 4215847). Airways clerk from Devonport. Enlisted in KMB 31 Aug 1950. Completed Officer Training course at Papakura before embarking on the Ormonde. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Jan 1950. Served in 161 Bty, B Troop leader. Attended and completed Gunnery Officer's Course in Korea at NZ Reinforcement Training Unit. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gunnery Position Officer. Promoted to Lieutenant then Temporary Captain then Captain (2 Jan 1953). RTNZ on furlough. Went back to Korea departing Wellington 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight. Appointed 2i/c of battery and remained until 15 May 1953. Total overseas service in Korea 2 years 108 days. SOS Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. Posted to the Retired List 5 Aug 1953. Joined Territorial Force 1954 as Intelligence Officer and Air Op Pilot with 2 Fd Regt as required. Needed to be checked for handling of Auster aircraft by RNZAF. Posted to Retired List as Captain 17 Sep 1962. Living in Auckland 2004. |
| ANDREWS, Charlie | 204451 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 23/07/2054 | Born 18 Jan 1929. Driver for Whangarei Dairy Company before joining Kayforce 4th Reinforcements on 17 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 and flew to Australia on Teal aircraft. Arrived at Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1952. Served with the regiment mainly in the Imjin area. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ on furlough and landed in New Zealand 23 Jul 1954. Re-emplaned Teal aircraft for passage to Korea on 22 Sep 1954. Accidentally injured playing football (broken fibula) on 19 Oct 1954 but “no action required”. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan, on 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland on 23 Mar. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jun 1955 and returned initially to Whangarei. Total overseas service 2 years 169 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton, 21 Jan 2004 aged 75 years. |
| ANDREWS, Evan Llewelyn | 13710 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Llanwnos, Newton Montgomery, Wales, UK, 3 Apr 1909. Employed as a collier before entering the Royal Navy on 30 Jul 1929 as a Stoker 2nd Class for a 12-year engagement. Served in HMS Vivid (shore station) HMS Berwick Apr–Jul 1930 and advanced to Stoker 1st Class. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker 17 Feb 1933. Drafted to HMS Leander 23 Mar 1933–29 Apr 1935. Served in HMS Codrington (destroyer) and was based at St Angelo (Malta) 23 Jul 1935–18 Dec 1936. Advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer 6 Dec 1935 and to Stoker Petty Officer 6 Dec 1936, Served in HMS Thanet (destroyer) at Colombo and then HMS Furious (carrier). Returned to the UK Dec 1938. Served in HMS Scarborough, then in HMS Derby (old coal burning minesweeper) 30 Aug 1939–1 Aug 1941, then in HMS Orion (light cruiser) Dec 1941–Jun 1944. Also served in HMS Devonshire and HMS Hart at Hong Kong Jul 1947–Sep 1949. Released from the RN 29 Aug 1951. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star and clasp, Italy Star, France & Germany Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (10 Dec 1944) Entered the RNZN at Maori (London) 31 Aug 1951 as Leading Stoker Mechanic and advanced the following day to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. At Philomel 15 Sep 1951–17 Feb 1952. Drafted to Bellona 18 Feb 1952 and remained in that ship when it was in the reserve fleet until 17 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 18 Jun 1954–14 Nov 1955. Sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. On RTNZ served in Black Prince 15 Nov 1955–21 Aug 1956. DEE 29 Aug 1956. For his NZ Service was entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ANDREWS, Frederick Inskip | 12560 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Mitcham, Surrey, UK, 23 Sep 1929. Entered the Royal Navy as a Boy 1st Class 9 Dec 1946. Served in 1947 as Stoker in HMS Imperieuse, a training establishment that comprised the Great War battleships HMS Resolution and HMS Revenge and later at HMS Vernon II which included the Great War battleship HMS Ramillies. Released from RN in Apr 1948. Enlisted in RNZN Jan 1949. Drafted to Hawea 19 Jan 1951 to 10 Mar 1952 and served mainly on west coast Korean waters on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Discharged from RNZN Mar 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| ANDREWS, James | 206119 | Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born London, UK, on 2 Sep 1920. Next-of-kin given as his mother at St Albans, Hertfordshire, England, UK. Served in the rank of Gunner, then Bombardier, in the Royal Artillery for 8 years (Service No 1427334) before coming to NZ. Process worker at Ford Motors, Petone. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950 and posted to Waiouru for training. Promoted Lance Bombardier, then to Bombardier, then to Temporary Sergeant (while holding the appointment of Gun No.1) before embarking for service in Korea. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was immediately involved in the fighting with the battery from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel and back to the line that eventually became the Armistice Line. Reverted to Gunner at his own request 29 Oct 1951. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 18 Jun 1952. De-planed Wellington 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Australia and was attached to Area 8 (Buckle Street, Wellington) until discharged. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Aug 1952. James returned to the UK and re-joined the Royal Artillery in early 1953. |
| ANDREWS, James Trevor | 206431 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Pukekohe 5 Jan 1926. Previous service in the Army (Service No 662388) in BCOF, Japan between 30 Jul 1946 and 5 Jul 1947. 19 NZASC Company. Embarked on HMT Chitral at Lyttelton on 31 Jul 1946 and entered Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served in the Yamaguchi area. RTNZ 9 Sep 1947. Welder for Todd Motors, Wellington before joining Kayforce. Enlisted at Wellington in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni circa 3 Sep 1951 and by three-day ship trip to Korea. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea, 8 Sep 1951. Had a number of clashes with military law and orders. Posted to NZ Base, 3 Feb 1953. RTNZ on compassionate grounds. Served overseas during Korean War one year 306 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Apr 1953. |
| ANDREWS, John Gerald | 203630 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/03/2051 | Born Northcote, Auckland, 20 May 1926. Served in the Home Guard (Takapuna Battalion) during WWII and was awarded NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Civil trade electrician. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Signalman in Fd Regt. B Troop, 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 18 Mar 1951 for medical evacuation to NZ via AMF Wing Repat General Hospital, Concord, Sydney, NSW, Australia. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Apr 1951 for medical reasons. Awarded New Zealand Service Medal 1939–45. Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Hamilton, 20 Dec 1965 aged 39 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM if a family member was able to apply for it on his behalf. |
| ANDREWS, Nepia (Bubba) | 568559 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 01/12/2053 | 12/05/2055 | Born Tangoio, Napier, 27 Apr 1931, Was Compulsory Military Trainee and a Mechanic at Swift's Freezing Works, Wairoa before enlistment in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements on 30 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 1 Dec 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and then onto Japan by Qantas via Guam and Manila to deplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Travelled from Japan to Korea by ship. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served as a Vehicle Mechanic. Emplaned on Qantas aircraft at Iwakuni for return to NZ via Sydney and completed journey to deplane Auckland 12 May 1955 from Teal aircraft ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 163 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (K). Living at Wairoa in 2005 but has suffered from a serious illness. Died Wairoa 22 Jan 2008 aged 77 years. |
| ANDREWS, Noel | 208834 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 01/07/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Havelock, Marlborough, 20 Feb 1929. Saw miller at Blenheim before enlisting in Kayforce on 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas and arrived Iwakuni, Japan on 4 Jul 1953. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon 22 Oct 1953 and entered Korea 23 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 10 May 1954, then Temporary Corporal on 23 Sep 1954 and substantive Corporal on 20 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand arriving at Harewood, Christchurch on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jan 1955. Went to Roxburgh Hydro on RTNZ. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Blenheim, 4 Jan 1994 aged 64 years. |
| ANDZUE, Basil Charles | 206432 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Tokomaru Bay 19 Jul 1929. Shepherd from Hautanoa. Enlisted at Gisborne 12 Jun 1951 Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951 and then by three-day ship trip to Korea. Held at Reinforcement Training Unit. Did not enter Korea until 30 Dec 1951 because of numerous misdemeanours which continued in Korea. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured 1 Jan 1953 and was admitted to 254 Canadian Field Dressing Station. Minor injuries to shoulder and stomach. Discharged from Brit Com Medical Unit 21 Jan 1953 direct to unit. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 11 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to KWSM. Served overseas one year 314 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.74 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Tokomaru Bay, East Coast. Died 23 Feb 1991 aged 61 years. His brother Michael John Andzue served in Malaya Thai Border, Pontian and Labis and Borneo with 1 RNZIR 1963–66. |
| ANGELL, Ivan Denis | 12368 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Waihi 25 Apr 1932. Employed as a grocer's assistant before entering the RNZN on 8 Jul 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 13 Jan 1949. Drafted to Bellona 10 May 1949–23 Jan 1950. Drafted to Taupo 24 Jan 1950 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 25 Apr 1950. At Philomel 18 Jan–27 Jul 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman 25 Jun 1951. Drafted to Taupo 28 Jul 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for Korean waters. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but remained with his ship until 25 Jan 1953. In Philomel briefly and was then sent to HMAS Ruschcutter 15 Feb–19 Jun 1953. On RTNZ was stationed in Philomel for just under six months. Drafted to Hawea 7 Dec 1953–14 May 1955 then returned to Philomel. DEE 24 Apr 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANGLEM, Mutu | 896372 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Temuka 10 Dec 1932. Structural Hand, Timaru Harbour Board. TF soldier in 1 Canterbury Regt 1951. Temporary Corporal by 1953. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements 3 Apr 1954. Emplaned 28 Aug 1954 RNZAF Base Whenuapai as a Gunner for Korea on RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 31 Aug 1954. Entered Korea 8 Sep 1954. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 9 Sep 1954 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Driver. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 17 Mar 1955. Promoted Temporary Corporal while holding appointment of i/c Section. Promoted Corporal 1 Mar 1956. Emplaned 5 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving Auckland 8 May 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jul 1956. Posted to 3 Tpt Coy on RTNZ and TSFD to Class ‘A’ Reserve with service liability terminating on 31 Mar 1960. Died Timaru, 22 Sep 1994 aged 63 years. |
| ANKER, Peter William | 12853 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Greytown, Wairarapa, 11 Oct 1928. Employed as a carpenter before he enlisted in RNZN on 12 Jan 1949 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 3 Sep 1949 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1949 and to Acting Leading Seaman 13 Oct 1950. In Philomel 15 Jan 1952 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1951. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed for Korean waters 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the Korean west coast, advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Mar 1953. (See RNZN Ships in the Introduction.) Later served in HMNZS Bellona 3 Nov 1952–19 Sep 1954 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Mar 1954. Served in Black Prince 20 Sep–9 Dec 1954. In Philomel 10 Dec 1954. DEE 12 Jan 1955 as Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 12 Jan 1955 having completed his 6 years engagement. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Discharged from the RNZN as. Living in Whangarei 2003. Died Whangarei 21 Jan 2014 aged 85 years. |
| ANNAN, Albert Orme | 346349 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Nakuru, Kenya, East Africa, 9 May 1938. Albert came to NZ with his family in Jan 1942. He attended Mt Albert Grammar and on leaving school became a hospital orderly/porter at the Auckland Public Hospital. Entered the RNZN on 19 Jul 1956 as an Assistant Cook. His basic training was conducted in Tamaki and continued in Philomel and advanced to Acting Cook (Seamen) on 29 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 20 May 1957 the day she left Auckland on the Second Commissioning voyage for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 19 Jul 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in Royalist until 13 Oct 1958. He returned to Royalist 2 Feb 1959 to 6 Jan 1960. Drafted to Tamaki 6 Jan 1960 then to Irirangi 1 Sep 1960 to 1 Oct 1961. He then returned to Philomel for about seven weeks before being drafted to Otago 22 Nov 1961–26 Apr 1962. He then served in Rotoiti 26 Apr 1962 for approximately one month to returned to Philomel 28 May–17 Sep 1962. Drafted again to Rotoiti 17 Sep 1962. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) (Local) 11 Feb 1962. He then served in Tamaki 11 Feb 1963 until 2 Jul 1964 and advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) on 9 Dec 1963. He was reported as “A quiet but conscientious cook but needed to exert more authority over subordinates.” He was also regarded as ‘professionally reliable’. DEE 3 Jul 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Brother of David Annan. |
| ANNAN, David Reginald (Blue) | 708745 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2056 | 04/07/2057 | Born Ethiopia 16 Sep 1932. Telegraph assistant, Post & Telegraph Department, Wellington. Enlisted in RNZN 17 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki drafted to Bellona 5 Jan 1952 for his first sea service. Advanced to Able Seaman 17 Jul 1952 but remained with Bellona. Drafted 11 Jan 1953 to Philomel. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) 12 Mar 1953 and to Acting Leading Seaman 17 Aug 1953. Drafted to Hawea on 23 Nov 1953–14 Apr 1955 and advanced to Leading Seaman 16 Aug 1954. From 14 Apr 1955 to 4 Apr 1956 he was alternately in Tamaki and Philomel on two occasions at each. Drafted to HMAS Cerberus to attend courses 5 Apr 1956–15 Jun 1956. On RTNZ he was first at Philomel 16 Jun–11 Jul 1956 then drafted to Tamaki 12 Jul 1956 to 31 Mar 1957 during which time he advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) and then to Acting Petty Officer 12 Sep 1956. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and served in the Second Commission in Japanese, Korean and Malaysian waters May 1957 to Jul 1958. Advanced to Petty Officer during this deployment. He also had another three months in Royalist in early 1959. He also served in Otago in Malaysian waters 1961–62 and again as Chief Petty Officer in 1964–65, the latter service during Confrontasi for which he received the GSM 1962 (‘Malay Peninsula’). Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal effective from 17 May 1966. Discharged to RA 16 May 1971. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZDSM and PJM. Elder brother of Albert Annan. |
| ANNAN, Melville Richard | 11197 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Cromwell 26 Jan 1930. Employed as a garage hand before he enlisted as Boy 2nd Class 11 Jul 1946. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Bellona 1947–49. Served in Lachlan 30 Apr 1949–22 Sep 1950. Drafted to Taupo 28 Jul 1951 until 25 Jan 1953. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for Korea and served mainly on the Korean west coast on patrol and escort duties. DEE 14 Jan 1954. Died Clyde, 23 Oct 1996. Brother of Nelson Peter Annan q.v. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANNAN, Nelson Peter | 11774 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Cromwell 7 Aug 1931. School student before he enlisted in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class 11 Mar 1948. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class 16 Sep 1948. Served in Bellona in 1949 and advanced to Ord. Served in Hawea 7 Mar 1950–11 Jan 1951 and advanced to Able Seaman 7 Nov 1950. Sent on course to HMAS Watson to attend a course. Qualified Radar Plotter 3rd Class (Radar Plotter 3rd Class). Served in Tamaki and Philomel 30 Oct 1951–7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea again 8 Jul 1952–Nov 1953 during which time he served in Korean waters. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 6 Aug 1955. Living at Foxton Beach in 1956. Brother of Melville Richard Annan. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANQUETIL, Ian Justin | 819691 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/10/2053 | 25/04/2055 | Born Tauranga 7 Apr 1930. Painter contractor for Steel Bros., at Addington, Christchurch. CMT Trainee and served in Territorial Force before enlisting in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements 26 Jul 1953. Nearly all his training for Kayforce was conducted at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and carried on by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 23 Oct 1953. Served mainly in the area occupied by Commonwealth Brigade along the Armistice Line. Failed to adhere to Military Law and blotted his service several times. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Apr 1955 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned 25 Apr 1955 Harewood from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Awarded UN Medal only. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jun 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| ANSCOMBE, Herbert (Bert) | 14046 | Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Cromwell 3 Sep 1935. Enlisted in RNZN 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class in the 24th Seaman Boy Class but changed to Boy Signalman 18 Oct 1953. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel drafted to Black Prince 28 Feb 1953. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 2 Mar 1953 and to Signalman 2 Apr 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and left NZ in that ship 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on west coast on patrols and escort duties. Became Radio Supervisor. Later served in Rotoiti and Endeavour. Later awarded NZ Special Service Medal for Nuclear tests at Christmas Islands. DEE 1 Sep 1965. Joined NZ Police after leaving RNZN. Enlisted in Regular Army 11 May 1967. Deplaned Singapore 26 Nov 1967 and moved onto 1 RNZIR as a Signalman at Terendak Camp. Served in Vietnam deplaning 9 Oct 1968 at Tan Son Nhut and assumed the appointment of SCE Warder was still there 25 Jun 1969. RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai 17 Nov 1969. Discharged from Army 12 May 1970 having completed 2 years 263 days service. Awarded Vietnam Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal and later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (V), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Re-enlisted 1 Jul 1985 in the RNZAF at Blenheim as a General Service Hand (Air Assistant). Awarded Commendation from the Chief of Air Staff 30 Oct 1995. Awarded an Air Efficiency Award. Attended Parade '98. |
| ANSELL, Ronald George | 206057 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Te Kuiti 24 Apr 1915. Previous service during WWII in 22 Light Anti-aircraft Regt in the Pacific theatre. Embarked in Kiwi Force 2 Nov 1942 arriving at Noumea, New Caledonia on 11 Nov. RTNZ 8 Jun 1944. After WWII employed as an engineer by NZ Textile Engineers, Petone. Enlisted in KMB 28 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde bound for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. He was a Gun Number and entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950. Served in several engagements in which the battery was engaged. Attended Cooks Course at British JHRU, Kure Japan 15 Jun 1951 but was hospitalised before the end of the course. Appeared to have spent the remainder of his time in Kure or Tokyo. Posted NZ Base HQ Tokyo, 23 Feb 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Aug 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ANSLEY, Murray | 11469 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Stratford, Taranaki, 27 Sep 1929. Enlisted in the RNZN 8 May 1947 in the rate of Stoker. First sea service was in Bellona. Also served in Arabis, Taupo and Rotoiti before being drafted to Tutira 4 Jul 1950. Left for service in Korean waters on 3 Jul 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea and the ship was involved as a guard ship at the landings at Inchon in Sep 1950. Its duties at that time were to prevent any North Korean intervention and watch for floating mines. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Later served in Bellona. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. DEE 26 Sep 1953. |
| ANSLEY, Ronald Edward | 1229 | Lieutenant (Engineering) | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Bromley, Christchurch, 9 Nov 1917. Ronald was a scholar before he entered the NZ Division of the RN at Philomel as a Boy 2nd Class on 20 Sep 1933. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 8 Feb 1934. Drafted to HMS Diomede 15 Sep 1934 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 9 May 1935. In mid-1935 Abyssinia was invaded by the Italians and HMS Diomede was deployed to Aden in Oct for blockade duties and protection of trade in the Red Sea. In Mar 1936 she returned to Britain and the ship’s company was TSFD to HMS Achillies. Ronald was drafted to Achilles on 1 Apr 1936 and returned to NZ. Advanced to Able Seaman 7 Sep 1936. He is shown at Philomel 2 Dec 1938 with RUN against his name. It appears he returned to Philomel 8 Sep 1939. Drafted to HMS Leander 14 Sep 1939–17 Mar 1940. Leander took 35 troops to Fanning Island in Sep 1939 then sailed to the Auckland and Campbell Islands south of NZ to check the likelihood of their use by the German Navy. In Jan and Feb of 1940, she was involved in convoy protection. Drafted to Achilles 18 Mar 1940–6 Apr 1942. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic and then served in HMAS Australia (heavy cruiser) 7 Apr–20 Aug 1942 which was attacking enemy transports and light cruisers reported heading for Port Moresby. He advanced to Leading Seaman on 1 Jun 1942. Ron Ansley was back in Philomel and was next drafted to Achillies on 18 Sep 1942. In Jan 1943 Achilles was operating off Guadalcanal and was attacked by Japanese aircraft and suffered severe damage. Temporary repairs were made and was back in Auckland early Feb 1943. Repairs were arranged in Britain so Achilles sailed for Britain. Ron Ansley advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 11 Jan 1943 and to Petty Officer 4 Jul 1943. Many of Achilles crew, after she arrived in Britain, TSFD to Gambia 22 Sep 1943. Gambia was commissioned in the RNZN. She served in the Azores area, in the Mediterranean moving to the Indian Ocean. During March–Jul Gambia was involved in Operations Diplomat, Cockpit, Transom, Forager and Crimson. Under refit in Colombo in Sep and in Nov Gambia arrived in NZ. In 1945 Gambia sailed north to join the British Pacific Fleet operating from Manus and was involved in operations against the Japanese. In Apr Gambia was under aircraft attack including the first by Kamikazes. She was also involved in Operation Iceberg and then Operation Iceberg Two. In Jun Gambia was in Sydney for repair and leave. Ron returned to Philomel and was located there 7 Jul 1945–14 Oct 1947. Drafted to Bellona 15 Oct 1947. Advanced to Acting WEO (Warrant Electrical Officer?) (Local) (Temporary) 15 Oct 1948. Ron Ansley was sent to Britain 14 Jan 1949 for courses in RN training and as a Commissioned Electrical Officer. He arrived back in NZ by the MV Akaroa 24 Dec 1949. Appointed to Pukaki on 31 Jan 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He was the RNZN Flotilla Electrical Officer. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Later served in Philomel, Black Prince and Bellona, Placed on the retired List 1 Oct 1957. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star (Burma), War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ANSON, Carl | 785181 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Christchurch 9 Jul 1937. Enlisted 15 Mar 1956 in the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman and given the Service No 785181. His name is listed in the Second Commissioning booklet of Royalist to which he was drafted as an Able Seaman on 1 Apr 1957 and left NZ with that ship for SE Asia on 20 May 1957. Served in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters, in the latter area for about five weeks. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. He was sent to the UK in mid-1961 for training as a seaman specialist Officer. Appointed Acting Sub-Lieutenant and held at Maori additional for course. He was next held at HMS Victory I, HMS President for course at Royal Naval College Greenwich 28 Sep 1961–7 Jan 1962 and HMS Excellent 8 Jan–23 Sep 1962. On RTNZ he was appointed to Otago 19 Nov 1962 additional for training. He also served in Rotoiti, Inverell and Taranaki. Discharged at own request 7 Apr 1968. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| ANSON, Dennis Frederick | 203503 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Wellington 14 Dec 1928. Previous service in the RNZNVR with Service No 100103. Civil occupation shipping clerk. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU before being posted to Singapore for Clerks course. Passed clerks course 2 Jan 1952 at RASC School Far East, Singapore, with very good grades. ETD From Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ to attend an OCTU training course. A delay in Sydney resulted in a late arrival in NZ on 21 Feb 1952 for Commissioning course. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 15 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland for return to Korea on 7 Jul 1952. Appointed Troop Leader 162 Bty and promoted Temporary Lieutenant 21 May 1953. Emplaned 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaning 20 Aug 1953. SOS Kayforce and posted to Reserve of Officers General List 5 Nov 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ and KWSM. Died Waikanae 10 Oct 2018 aged 90 years. |
| ANSTICE, Deryck | 207841 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 30/09/2055 | Born Auckland 18 Jan 1926. Came from Henderson, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl, RNZASC. TSFD to RNZ Provost Corps on 20 May 1952. Posted to Brit Com Force Korea Base Provost Coy, Pusan 15 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 May 1953 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned NZ 17 May 1953. Returned to Korea on Teal flight on 6 Oct 1953 and remained there until arriving back in NZ on 30 Sep 1955. To be Sergeant Temporary Staff Sergeant whilst performing the duties of Pro NCO 24 Feb 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Feb 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 12 Jul 1957 and posted to 1 NZ Regt in rank of Private. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook arrived in Singapore 15 Dec 1957. RTNZ on Captain Cook ex Penang, arriving at Wellington on 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on D Coy, Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Discharged 6 Mar 1960. Returned to Auckland. |
| ANSTIS, Colin Francis | 206059 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born Martinborough on 27 Jan 1929. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt from Pusan to north of Seoul. Applied for compassionate RTNZ but this was not approved. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 9 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hastings 29 Nov 2013 aged 84 years. |
| APANUI, Rupuha Matuakore (Bob) | 204219 | Lance Corporal | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 31/01/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Te Araroa, East Coast, 19 Nov 1928. Enlisted 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Carpenter. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for voyage to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked HMT Devonshire 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney and arrived in Korea 24 Mar 1952. Posted to 12 Field Sqn, 28 Field Engineer Regt (British Army) until 17 Jun 1952 when posted to NZ Base HQ (Engineer Section.) Returned to 28 Fd Engr Regt 1 Nov 1952 until 3 Aug 1953 except for when required for NZ Kayforce rugby trials. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Te Atatu South, Feb 1977 aged 48 years. |
| APATU, Nepe | 13958 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hastings 25 Jul 1933. Employed as a labourer. Enlisted 27 Sep 1951 in the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman. His first sea-going service was in Bellona. Posted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and served mainly on the west coast Korean waters. Gunner at same time as Able Seaman Karipa. Promoted Able Seaman 27 Mar 1953. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. On RTNZ was re-posted to Bellona. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter 13 Aug–8 Nov 1954 and qualified as Under-surface Warfare 3rd Class. Drafted to Black Prince 26 Jan–2 Sep 1955. Attended another course at HMAS Watson 10 Aug–15 Dec 1956 and qualified Under-surface Warfare 2nd Class. Also served in Pukaki. DEE 23 Oct 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later joined the New Zealand Police Force. Died Taradale, 4 Nov 2006. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| API, Ben | 204038 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/09/2054 | Born Whangarei 13 Feb 1925. Came from Pakotai, Whangarei. Previously served in Jayforce as a Private in the Maori Bn with Service No 812926. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.16, p.5. This was his first overseas service. Embarked for Japan on 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ on 16 Aug 1948. Was working for the Ministry of Works at Mangakino prior to enlisting in Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951 at Hamilton. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951 and by three-day sea trip to Korea. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea on 3 Feb 1952. M/I to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy on 7 Feb 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ on 16 Dec 1952 and was TSFD to X(iii) List for RTNZ on furlough. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for travel to Australia and deplaned Auckland 31 Dec 1952. from Teal flight. Re-emplaned on Teal flight to Sydney for service in Korea 12 Feb 1953. Deplaned Iwakuni on 14 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and re-entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to Brit Com FMA, Seoul to be a member of the Eighth Army Honour Guard (UN Honour Guard). Returned to 10 Tpt Coy a little over four months later on 5 Sep 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 13 Jan 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 17 May 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 17 May–5 Jun 1954 list. On discharge returned to NZ Base HQ and replaced on NZ Roll. Admitted again to Brit Com Gen Hosp 17 Jun 1954 and TSFD to X(ii). Breached Military discipline on a few occasions–one offence had him confined for 14 days in the unit Guardhouse. Discharged 15 Jul 1954 to NZ Base HQ. Accidentally injured 16 Jun 1954 but “No Action Required”. TSFD to NZ Roll and struck off X(ii) List 24 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge on 3 Sep and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland on 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas two years 362 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jan 1955. Re-enlisted on 7 Jan 1956 but remained only two months. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.81 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Whangarei. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 26 Feb 2002 aged 77 years. |
| APIRANA, Kahui | 206854 | Driver | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 30/08/2052 | 25/05/2054 | Born Ruatahuna, Rotorua, 20 Nov 1930. Butcher at Gear Meat Company, Wellington. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Central Districts Training Depot Detachment at Waiouru. Emplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan, deplaning at Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952. Left NZ as a Gunner but TSFD to RNZASC after three months at Base HQ. Entered Korea 6 Dec 1952 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Dec 1952. RTNZ Base HQ 28 Nov 1953. TSFD to the NZ Roll for RTNZ on Furlough. Deplaned at Auckland 25 May 1954. Did not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 269 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and the KWSM. |
| APLIN, Sydney | 13523 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hastings 24 Nov 1932. He was a farmhand before entering the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman but was sent on leave without pay until 17 Jan 1951. Underwent training in Tamaki until 11 Sep 1951. Drafted to Bellona 12 Sep 1951–29 May 1952. Sent to HMAS Watson for a course 26 Sep–24 Oct 1952. On RTNZ served in Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–3 Apr 1954. Also served in Kiwi before returning to Black Prince 21 Sep 1954. Advanced to Able Seaman 10 Jan 1955. Was in Tamaki and Philomel until drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956–30 Aug 1957. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters as part of the British Eastern Fleet. On RTNZ served in Philomel 31 Aug 1957–15 Jan 1958, Irirangi then back to Philomel from where he completed his engagement. DEE 30 Dec 1958. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and NZDSM. |
| APPLEYARD, Richard | 208651 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/04/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Gillingham, Kent, UK, 12 Jul 1925. Seven years previous service in the Merchant Navy as a steward. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Travelled by two-to-three-day sea trip between Sasebo and Pusan. On arrival in Korea was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Served in H Troop, 2 Sqn, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning at Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas two years 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Feb 1955 and went to Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| ARANGA, Manu | 11580 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born 30 Nov 1929. Regular serviceman. Entered RNZN in Oct 1947 as Ordinary Seaman. Served in Hawea from 7 Mar 1950 to 8 Mar 1952. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal but not until Dec 1956. Later served in Irirangi at Waiouru. Earned qualifying service for Borneo 29 Nov–21 Dec 1965 and 27 Feb–22 Mar 1966. Discharged to RA from RNZN 21 Dec 1967. General Service Medal 1962 issued to TAMAKI on 24 Nov 1967 but was discharged before the medal arrived. Held on RNZN Fleet Reserve until Nov 1984. Later became a schoolteacher. Died North Shore, 11 Jul 1994 aged 65 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), GSM1962 clasp ‘Borneo’ and KWSM in Feb 2004. |
| ARBUTHNOT, Colin Frank | 204538 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Suva, Fiji 19 Nov 1924. Previous service in BCOF (Jayforce) Embarked 29 May 1946. Served in 11 NZ Provost Company and was promoted Lance Corporal during Tour. RTNZ 27 Aug 1947 and was SOS 2 NZEF on 28 Sep 1947. Boot-maker for Auckland Drainage Board, came from Grey Lynn, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued journey by civil air Qantas or BCPA to Japan, deplaning 7 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 10 Mar 1953. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, as gun number on arrival in Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed Duty NCO 29 Jun 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 14 Aug 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 and deplaned 12 Sep 1954 at Auckland. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 202 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ARBUTHNOTT, Hugh | 13734 | Shipwright Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Aberdeen, Scotland 29 Nov 1924. Entered the RN as a Shipwright Artificer 23 Feb 1943 with Service No D/MX 103901 on a four-year engagement. After training at HMS Drake, he served in HMS Valiant (battleship) and was in the Mediterranean and supported the landings in Sicily. Went back to the UK in HMS Malaya (battleship) which was placed in reserve in late 1943. Also served in HMS Edinburgh Castle (armed merchant cruiser) 15 Feb–15 May 1944 when it was used as an accommodation ship at Freetown. He was then in HMS Eland a shore base at Freetown then served in HMS Philoctetes a former merchant ship taken by the RN and converted to a depot and repair ship. Hugh advanced to Acting Shipwright 4th Class 29 Nov 1945. By 25 May 1946 he was back in the UK and was released from the RN 25 Sep 1946. He re-entered the RN 20 May 1947 and was drafted to HMS Montclare (destroyer depot ship) 16 Feb 1948–21 Jul 1949. At t HMS Drake (shore station) and advanced to Shipwright 3rd Class 23 Jul 1949. His remaining service in the RN was in UK shore stations. Discharged from RN and on 30 Oct 1951 he TSFD to the RNZN. His WWII service medals for RN service are not known. Entered RNZN at Maori (London) 31 Oct 1951 as Shipwright Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Shipwright Artificer 3rd Class the following day. On arrival in NZ was initially in Philomel then in Tamaki. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 5 Mar 1953 bound for Asian waters and served in Singapore, Hong Kong and operated as part of the British Eastern Fleet. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 2nd Class on 23 Jul 1953. On RTNZ served in Bellona, Royalist and Black Prince where he advanced to Shipwright Artificer 1st Class on 23 Jul 1958. He served in Royalist twice more before he was Discharged to RA 16 Oct 1963 and returned to live in the UK. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 3 Nov 1958. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM for his RNZN service. |
| ARCHER, Lionel Ronald | 33074 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wellington 30 Apr 1930. Ex Regular Force soldier who served between 10 Dec 1948 and 12 Sep 1949 in MT Workshop, RNZEME, Trentham Camp. Discharged at his own request. Driver for Dalgety & Co Ltd, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements 10 Dec 1952. Underwent training at CMD Training Depot Linton and Corp Training at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas from Sydney to Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 9 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 17 May 1953. Entered Korea 18 May 1953. Accidentally injured in vehicle crash. Admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb 6–10 Oct 1953. Often failed to comply with military orders including AWOL six times. Received 54 days detention and 42 days CB. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ via Brisbane on the ship HMT New Australia and by air from Brisbane to Auckland. Deplaned Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 202 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| ARCHER, Murray James | 14830 | Leading Writer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Masterton 20 Jan 1936. Shop assistant at Matamata. Entered the RNZN 28 May 1953 as Junior Writer. Initial training was conducted in Tamaki. Advanced to Provisional Writer 20 Jul 1953 then served in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 9 Nov 1953 and advanced to Writer 20 Mar 1954. Served in Lachlan 27 and Jun 1955 advanced to Acting Leading Writer (Local) 25 Nov 1954 and to Leading Writer 10 Oct 1955. In Philomel 17 Nov 1955–10 Feb 1957. Drafted to Royalist 11 Feb 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but stayed with Royalist until 4 Dec 1958. Also served in Black Prince and advanced to Petty Officer Writer 12 May 1959. Also served in Irirangi and at Wakefield (Wellington). DEE 19 Jan 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| ARKWRIGHT, Richard Riddiford | 206433 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Marton 19 Apr 1930. Attended Whanganui Collegiate School. Farm labourer from Overton, Marton. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo, Japan 31 Aug 1952 for three-day passage to Korea, disembarked Pusan 2 Sep 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre to attend Projectionists Course 6–19 Apr 1953 and after successful completion of course was appointed Film Librarian. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Jan 1953. Awarded a Certificate of Commendation by the Commander-in-Chief, British Commonwealth Forces, Korea for his devotion to duty and valuable services rendered. This award was published in Kayforce Routine Orders. Emplaned Iwakuni, for RTNZ 4 Jul 1953 and arrived Auckland on Teal flight from Australia 9 Jul 1953. Total overseas service one year 343 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Sep 1953 and TSFD to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Oruanui 29 Jul 1986 aged 55 years. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. This man's name is recorded on the Whanganui Memorial Rock. |
| ARMER, George William | 204000 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Auckland 1 Mar 1930. Cloth cutter for Elizabeth Rec Co, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1951. Embarked on ship at Sasebo for a three-day trip to Pusan, Korea. Entered Korea 28 Sep 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 30 Sep 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the return journey by Teal flight from Australia deplaning Auckland 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas for one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ARMSTRONG, Graham Edward Thomas | 783685 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/04/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Nelson 7 Aug 1931. Farmhand in Nelson. Previous service as a Compulsory Military Service Trainee. Enlisted 26 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Korea by air via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan by civil air arriving 25 Apr 1952. Served in C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, then TFRD to 16 Fd Regimental Headquarters as a Driver. RTNZ by boat from Pusan to Japan and by RNZAF Hastings from Iwakuni, Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to deplane Auckland 19 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 181 days. SOS Kayforce on 11 Dec 1954 and was posted to TF unit. Served in 1 Wellington West Coast Regt until discharged 31 Dec 1968. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Living in Levin in 2004. Died Palmerston North 4 Oct 2020 aged 89 years. |
| ARMSTRONG, James Leslie | 13156 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Wairoa on 8 Sep 1931. Attended New Plymouth Boys High School. He was employed as a labourer before he entered the RNZN on 13 Oct 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Pukaki from 28 Jun–22 Dec 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service mainly on west coast of Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Later served in Lachlan (survey ship and advanced to Able Seaman on 13 Apr 1951. He also served the cruisers Black Prince and Bellona. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medals. DEE 12 Oct 1955. Gained 2nd Class Boiler Attendant Ticket. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His twin brother also served in the RNZN but apparently not in Korea. |
| ARMSTRONG, Joseph Randal (Hohepa) | 11196 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Wairoa 6 Aug 1950. School student at Wairoa before entering the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 11 Jul 1946. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 7 May 1947 as Boy 1st Class. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 6 Aug 1948 and to Able Seaman 6 May 1949. In Tamaki and Philomel until sent to attend training courses at HMAS Rushcutter 7 Jan–7 Jul 1950. On RTNZ drafted to Rotoiti 30 Sep 1950. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 14 Feb 1951 but returned to Able Seaman 15 May 1951. Able Seaman Armstrong appears to have RTNZ in Tutira as he was on 22 May 1951. Later served in Lachlan and Black Prince where he advanced to Leading Seaman 15 May 1953 but again reverted to Able Seaman 14 Aug 1953. His final sea service was in Lachlan 7 Nov 1953–1 Aug 1954. DEE 5 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and ERII Coronation Medal 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ARMSTRONG, Leslie Graeme | 12033 | Sub-Lieutenant | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 18 Aug 1929. Entered RNZN as a Cadet in 1948 and was sent to the UK for training. Held on strength of RNZN at Maori. Initial training with the Royal Navy in HMS Britannia in UK. His training included service in the heavy cruiser Devonshire (Sep 1948–Apr 1949) during which time he became a Midshipman 1 May 1949. He then served in the battleship King George V for three months and in the Colossus-class light aircraft carriers Ocean and Glory. His service in the latter was from 1 Oct 1949 to 8 Sep 1950. He next served in the destroyer Armada, a modified Black Swan-class sloop, where he was appointed Acting Sub-Lieutenant. On completion of training in the UK he returned to Devonport Naval Base. He was appointed to Hawea for passage on 2 Aug 1952 and sailed for Korea in that ship. On 17 May 1953 he was promoted Sub-Lieutenant. He was appointed to Rotoiti on 17 Sep 1952 during this tour, but his service record dates are somewhat mixed. Served mainly on west coast waters of Korea. Later served briefly in Black Prince and Bellona. Placed on RNZN Retired List 4 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ARMSTRONG, Norman | 14630 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Southampton 24 Jul 1921. Royal Navy Reserve Officer on loan to RNZN from Dec 1952 until Jul 1955. Entered in the RNZN at Maori. Had seen service at the RN Air Station Culdrose and had some minesweeping experience. Appointment in RNZN from 4 Dec 1952. Deck Officer appointed to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 until 4 Apr 1954. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 and RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Appointed to Bellona 23 Apr 1954 and promoted Lieutenant Commander with seniority from 11 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Royal Navy in New Zealand 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ARMSTRONG, Thomas | 33686 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/02/2056 | 20/06/2056 | Born Northern Ireland 6 Nov 1921. Served in Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers from 11 Sep 1940 to 18 Sep 1946 (Service No 6984170). Awarded Defence Medal and War Medal 1939–45. Also attached to 4 Bn Gold Coast Regt. Was employed by the Northern Ireland Hospitals Authority for a while before coming to New Zealand. Enlisted in NZ Army at London UK, 12 May 1953 as Temporary Corporal. Was quickly promoted through the ranks and was Sub Sergeant 29 Sep 1955, Temporary Staff Sergeant 29 Sep 1955 and Acting Warrant Officer 2nd Class 29 Sep 1955. Emplaned as Warrant Officer 2nd Class on Teal flight at Auckland 19 Feb 1956 and marched into Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo on deplanement on 25 Feb 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 29 Feb. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon 15 May 1956 and appointed chief clerk. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for RTNZ deplaning from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Served overseas 123 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce on 3 Apr 1956 and was re-posted to Regular Force and to his former unit, 1 Tpt Coy Papakura Camp. Later commissioned. Awarded LS&GC Medal (Military) as Temporary Captain & QM. Retired as Major, RNZASC, and was posted to the Retired List with effect 6 Nov 1971. Living at Whanganui in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Whanganui 30 Sep 2016 aged 94 years. |
| ARNABOLDI, Gilbert Clive | 206750 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Gisborne 3 Mar 1931. Previous Regular Force service in the RNZAOC, from 11 Aug 1949 to 5 Feb 1951. Initially a Driver, RNZASC on probation employed as a mess steward. Discharged at his own request. Came from Westport. Coal miner at the State Coal Mine, Denniston. Enlisted 23 Feb 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 9 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air from Sydney to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 1 Jul 1952. Started as Signaller and then changed to artillery driver. Was involved in bringing up ammunition for the guns. Service record gives little about where in Korea he was located. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 12 Feb 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney and arrived in Wellington on Teal flight from Australia on 30 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged shortly after return to NZ. Served one year 290 days overseas. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.89 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to his given address in Gisborne. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Springsure, Central Queensland, Australia in 2004. |
| ARNESEN, Norman | 204039 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Dargaville 20 May 1926. Self-employed Farmer. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Wahine ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue was taken to Darwin. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni then travelled by two to three-day boat trip to Pusan. Entered Korea 29 Aug 1951. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Wounded slightly in the neck on 11 Mar 1952, was treated at the Regimental Aid Post and returned to duty. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 327 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 19 Jan 1998 aged 72 years. |
| ARTHUR, Clayton Albert | 208123 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Taranaki, possibly New Plymouth, 28 Mar 1922. Previous RNZAF service (Air Gunner 415981) for 5 years. Three years 94 days service in England and Canada. Highest rank Temporary Flight Sergeant in 75 Sqn. Awarded 1939–45 Star, France & Germany Star, Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni circa 1 Sep 1951. Embarked on ship at Sasebo for a three-day trip to Pusan, Korea. Entered Korea on 4 Sep 1951. Posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Little is known of his employment in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned NZ 1 Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Sawyers Bay, Dunedin 28 Jan 1989 aged 67 years. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ARTHUR, David Wallace Rex | 332393 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 09/08/2054 | Born Auckland 18 Mar 1931. Came from Sandringham, Auckland. Employed at Colonial Sugar Refining Coy, Chelsea, Auckland. Former CMT soldier. Enlisted on 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Underwent training at Papakura and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil flight deplaning Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Admitted to 4 Canadian Fd Amb 27 Jan–7 Feb 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Stn three times for one day visits. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 26 Mar–6 Apr 1954 and again to 25 Canadian F.D.S 18–25 May 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 1 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1954 for RTNZ for medical reasons. Admitted to Concord Repatriation Hospital Sydney on arrival at Sydney. Travelled from Sydney on MV Wanganella disembarking Auckland 9 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 83 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ASH, Alan Edward | 204119 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Wellington 13 Nov 1929. Boilermaker for Seagar Brothers, Beaumont Street, Auckland. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine, which ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue he was taken to Darwin. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni then embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 May 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.92 was sent on 22 Jan 1957 to an address in Wellington. Died 5 Apr 1980 aged 50 years at Richmond, cremated at Nelson. NZOSM and Korean War Service Medal later awarded to family members. |
| ASHBY, Barry Ross | 203505 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Auckland 16 Oct 1928. Clerk. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 in KMB at Auckland. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Promoted Lance Bombardier while at sea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was almost immediately involved with tasks against the North Koreans from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel. Promoted Bde 7 Jan 1951 but reverted to Lance Bombardier at own request on 22 Jun 1951. Sent on Tour of Duty to NZ Kayforce Detachment at Kure, Japan for 10 days from 22 Jun 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier (Pay Clerk) 14 Jul 1951 and to Bombardier 1 Apr 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 1 Jun 1952 (RTNZ Roll No.67) for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 4 Jun 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jul 1952 and joined Territorial Force. Served overseas one year 178 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| ASHBY, Ernest Edward | 969136 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 16/02/2056 | Born Gore 25 Jan 1932. First intake of Compulsory Military Trainees (CMT). Labourer for Crittall Window Ltd, Dunedin before joining Kayforce 3 Jun 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight from Whenuapai to Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Eventually deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Training Unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 12 Jan 1955. Service was often marred by breaches of discipline covering a wide range of misdemeanours. Deplaned Harewood, 16 Feb 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 114 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Apr 1956 and posted to TF Unit. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Gore, 20 Jun 1996 aged 67 years. |
| ASHBY, Harry Thomas | 204725 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Waihi 10 Oct 1928. Driver and mill hand for Mataura Timber Company, Waihi. Enlisted in Kayforce 2 Feb 1954. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and deplaned from a civil flight at Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 16 Jun 1954 and entered Korea on the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 7 Aug 1954, Temporary Corporal 23 Sep 1954, Temporary Sergeant 14 Oct 1954. Promoted to substantive Sergeant 15 Jan 1955. Served mainly in the Imjin cease fire area. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 114 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Feb 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Waihi, 29 Jul 2000 aged 71 years. |
| ASHBY, Michael | 204714 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 21/11/2054 | Born Pakotai, Whangarei 2 Jul 1928. Timber worker for New Zealand Forest Products at Putaruru before enlisting in Kayforce 11th Reinforcements on 22 Sep 1953. Emplaned 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight from Auckland for passage to Japan via Sydney. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Feb 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O to NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 3) ex Sydney. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Served overseas 228 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Dec 1954. Returned to the Bay of Islands. Died Paihia on 20 Jan 2002 aged 73 years. |
| ASHBY, Pauline Mary | 0 | Miss | — | Concert Party | 28/01/2053 | 21/03/2053 | Born Petone 17 Jun 1928. Entertainer in the New Zealand Concert Party. In 1952 she signed a contract with NZDF and noted that she had approximately 50 pounds of kit but had not included the weight of a dress being made and a pair of shoes. Noted in K Force Despatches as the prettiest gun-layer in 16 Fd Regt, pictured on the seat of Baker 1 Gun, 22 Feb 1953. Returned to Korea for second visit with the Concert Party, 1 Nov 1954 to 20 Dec 1954. Total time overseas 102 days. |
| ASHER, Raymond Leonard | 35357 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/11/2053 | 06/06/2055 | Born Wellington 28 Jul 1928. Previous service in RNZEME before joining Kayforce on 30 Jun 1953. Emplaned on Teal flight to Sydney and thence to Japan by civil air (Qantas?). Entered Korea 16 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and was employed as a Fitter in 10 Tpt Coy Wksp. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSDF to the NZ Roll. Embarked 4 May 1955 on SS Taiyuan at Kobe for return to Sydney. Completed the journey to NZ and deplaned Harewood 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Jul 1955. Re-enlisted, re-attested and re-embarked for Korea 3 Dec 1955. Clerk 10 Tpt Coy and NZ Base HQ Section. RTNZ 13 Aug 1957 and enlisted in Regular Force on 5 Sep 1957. UN Medal for Korea only. Posted to 1 NZ Regt, D Coy, in rank of Private. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook arrived in Singapore 15 Dec 1957. Served in Kota Tinggi. At Nyassa Camp, Ipoh area and at Sobraon Camp. RTNZ on Captain Cook ex Penang, arriving at Wellington on 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. TSFD to RNZEME as Store man, Central Districts Armament and General Workshop, Trentham, 3 Mar 1960. Discharged from RF 28 Sep 1962. Died Lower Hutt, 15 May 1982 aged 55 years. Buried Taita Services Cemetery at Lower Hutt. |
| ASHLEY, Alfred John | 206225 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/09/2051 | Born Stratford on 22 May 1928. Previous service in BCOF, Japan, with Service No 818381, Second Relief. Departed from New Zealand 5 Jul 1947 and RTNZ 16 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 16 Sep 1948. Driver for G.J.W. Burns, Stratford. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served with 162 battery from Pusan to north of Seoul. ETD from Iwakuni for RTNZ 2 Sep 1959. Granted two weeks leave in Australia (with family members) on return journey to New Zealand. Arrived in NZ on 21 Sep 1951 RTNZ for Compassionate reasons. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Oct 1951. Served overseas 268 days. |
| ASHLEY, David Shakespeare Hart | 814620 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 31 Mar 1932. Roofing Specialist from Christchurch. Former service in Territorial Force reached Corporal rank. Enlisted in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements 29 Jun 1953. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 as Bombardier on Teal flight to Sydney and thence to Japan by civil air (Qantas?). Entered Japan 7 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Nov 1953 and entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. Served in 16 Fd Regt as a gun number in 163 Bty. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed the journey to New Zealand on RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 17 days. SOS of Kayforce 31 Dec 1954 and re-posted to TF unit. Enlisted in the Regular Force Jan 1969. Posted to Active Service 15 Oct 1969. Emplaned Whenuapai 24 Oct 1969. Deplaned South Vietnam 26 Oct 1969 and was posted to 161 Bty as Gun Number. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 29 Dec 1969; Lance Bombardier, 29 Jun 1970. Emplaned Tan Son Nhut 25 Oct 1970 for RTNZ. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Papakura on RTNZ. Changed trade to store man. Discharged from the Army 22 Jul 1971. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), Vietnam Medal, NZGSM (V), Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Died at Te Hopai Home and Hospital, Wellington, on 4 March 2013, aged 80 years. |
| ASHMORE, Geoffrey | 11632 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Sheffield, UK, 25 Jun 1921. Served in RN 17 Feb 1941–11 May 1946 (Service No CMX76529) as Fitter & Turner with rate of Engine Room Artificer 5th Class. Drafted to Puffin (a Kingfisher-class sloop) 23 Oct 1943. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 1 Nov 1943 and to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 1 May 1945. In 1945 received a share of salvage money when it provided a service to SS Grainton. Was on board when Puffin rammed and sank a German ‘Seehund’ midget submarine off Lowestoft on 26 Mar 1945. The impact caused the u-boat's torpedoes to explode and Puffin was so badly damaged that she was written off as constructive total loss. Drafted 16 Jun 1945 to LST 3020 capable of carrying 10 tanks and 15 other vehicles and was based at the RN shore station HMS Braganza (Bombay) which worked down the Arakan coast of Burma and participated in the recapture of Rangoon and then to LST 385 27 Dec 1945–6 Jan 1946. WWII Medals not shown on posting card, but he would have at the very least 1939–45 Star, possibly Atlantic Star, Burma Star and War Medal with possibly the Defence medal as well. Enlisted in RNZN 25 Aug 1947. Discharged to shore 24 Aug 1950. Employed by National Airways in Christchurch before re-entering the RNZN on 17 Oct 1955. Was at Philomel then drafted to Black Prince 10 Nov 1956. Drafted 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 for working up with the RAN and the served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. In Mar 1958 was Chief Petty Officer Engine Room Artificer in Royalist at Hong Kong. Naval LS&GC Medal awarded with gratuity 4 Apr 1963. Served in Taranaki in Borneo. GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’ issued 22 Oct 1968. Qualifying service 29 Nov–21 Dec 1965 and 27 Feb–22 Mar 1966. Discharged to RA 24 Jul 1967. Died 7 Oct 2000 Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| ASHTON, Norman William | 1907 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Auckland 27 Feb 1921. Employed in an engineering firm before enlistment in the NZ Division of the Royal Navy as a Stoker 2nd Class on 4 May 1940. Initial training conducted in Philomel. Drafted to Achilles 1 Oct 1940. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 2 Jan 1941 and to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 13 Apr 1942. Advanced to Leading Stoker on 13 Apr 1943. During the late 1940 Achilles was involved in convoy escorts and searching for German raiders. In 1942 further convoy escorts were covered which included ship like the Queen Mary, Mauretania. Achillies rescued the survivors of the minesweeper Puriri which was sunk clearing mines laid off the Hauraki Gulf by the German raider Orion. Achilles was TSFD to the RNZN on formation of our own navy. In 1942 Achilles was involved in defence operations off Rabaul and escorted US troop convoys to New Hebrides and other Pacific Islands. During 1943 Achilles was damaged by Japanese bombs while providing gunfire support at Guadalcanal. After temporary repairs she came back to NZ and went to the UK for more extensive repairs. While in the UK Norm Ashton advanced on 25 Nov 1943 to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) in HMS Drake. Also served in HMS Saker (shore station) and HMS Caroline, a WWI light cruiser used as an administrative centre during WWII. Returned to Achilles 2 Jun 1944 and RTNZ via Malta, Alexandria and Ceylon. Under repair at Trincomalee after a boiler room fire. Was then involved in some convoy escorts and eventually arrived at Auckland during Feb 1945. Norm Ashton remained in Achilles when it was TSFD to the 3rd US fleet for duty in the British Pacific Fleet in operations off Japan. Achilles RTNZ late Aug 1945. He returned to Philomel 20 Sep 1945–22 Mar 1946. Drafted to Achilles and returned to the UK in that ship to pick up HMS Bellona which became HMNZS Bellona and was brought back to NZ. Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 21 Aug, Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 15 May 1948. At Philomel and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 17 Feb 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Sep 1950 and sailed for Korean waters on 7 Oct 1950. TSFD to Tutira 12 Apr 1951 and RTNZ in that ship. Served in Philomel and Tamaki until DEE 3 May 1952. Re-entered the RNZN on 28 Jul 1953 for a further term of eight years as Stoker Mechanic and advanced on successive days to Leading Stoker Mechanic and to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Bellona 12 Oct–29 Dec 1953. Served in Black Prince 30 Dec 1953–19 Sep 1954 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Jul 1954. Drafted back to Bellona 20 Sep 1954–17 Jan 1955 and back again to Black Prince 18 Jan 1955. Advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) 19 Mar 1955. Then served at Philomel 21 Sep 1955–17 Jan 1956 and in Tamaki. Discharged to RA 28 Jul 1961. |
| ASHWORTH, William Raymond Alexander | 211270 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/11/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born Napier 11 Oct 1928. Driver Mechanic. Previous service in the Army in New Zealand from 10 Nov 1944 to 14 Mar 1945. Served in BCOF Japan with Service No 634499, Private, NZ Infantry (2 NZEF Embarkation Roll No.16). Left NZ 29 May 1946 and returned 9 Jul 1947. Discharged from 2 NZEF 12 Aug 1947. Also served in Territorial Force. Builder's labourer from Napier. Enlisted in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements 1 Jul 1953. Emplaned 18 Nov 1953 at Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953. Gun Number in 161 Bty. RTNZ for 21 days compassionate leave (gravely ill father) but did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1954. Served overseas for 237 days. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–46, UN Korea Medal Entitled to NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Died 10 May 1981 at Hastings aged 52 years. Buried at Havelock North. |
| ASKEW, Reginald Trevor | 208777 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/08/2052 | 08/09/2054 | Born Petone 30 Sep 1927. Carpenter and joiner for R.C.H. Askew, Upper Hutt. Served for 7 months in RNZAF Jun 1946–Jan 1947. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 23 Apr 1952. Emplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 27 Aug 1952 and entered Korea the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while holding the appointment of Lance Corporal i/c 'Spare Drivers'. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Dec 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Aug 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaning at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Nov 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later joined Regular Force RNZASC 29 Apr 1958. Promoted Corporal 29 Oct 1958 but was reverted to Lance Corporal 15 Apr 1959. Changed trade to clerk RNZASC 29 Jul 1961. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 30 Dec 1950. Reverted to Sergeant with seniority 1 Nov 1962. Posted to 1 RNZIR and emplaned Whenuapai 14 Feb 1965 and served in Gurr’s Battalion, Terendak Camp, Malaysia 11 Apr 1966. Awarded two Regimental entries during his time in Malaya. Rations NCO HQ Company. Served in East Malaysia 2 Apr–24 Oct 1965. Awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’. Discharged SNLR 3 Jan 1968. Later taxi driver at Waiouru. Died Levin, 13 Mar 1997 aged 69 years. Medals were in private collection in Auckland but sold again. Then in Wellington and now possibly in Ohakea or Whanganui. |
| ASPRAY, John Charles (Jack) | 208260 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Tokanui on 3 Apr 1926. Previous service in the RNZAF from 23 Jun 1945 to 31 Mar 1946 in the rank of Leading Aircraftman (Service No 452545) during WWII. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Saw miller at Tuatapere before enlisting on 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Posted to NZ Base HQ 21 Feb 1953 as Gift Shop Driver. Marched out to 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP at R.H. Tokchong for Guard Duties 25 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 8 Jan 1954 and to Lance Corporal 1 May 1954. Emplaned in Japan 20 Jun 1953 for RTNZ on Furlough. Deplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953. Re-embarked on Teal flight at Wellington for return to Korea on 7 Oct 1953 and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 10 Oct 1953. Re-entered Korea 29 Nov 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Granted an extension to his service and remained in Korea until 12 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni, 23 Mar and arrived at Harewood, Christchurch on Teal flight from Australia 28 Mar 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jul 1955. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Total service overseas three years 136 days. Lived Whareama Rest Home. Died Nelson 9 Jan 2013 (K Force Despatches, May 2013) in his 87th year. |
| ASTWOOD, Dennis Arthur | 206653 | Private | 1 Comwel Div Rear | RNZAOC | 15/05/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Born Wellington 15 Jun 1931. Cabinet maker employed by James Smith before enlisting as a Kayforce replacement 10 Jan 1952. Underwent training at CD Ordnance Depot, Linton before departure. Parents gave permission to proceed overseas as he was underage prior to his departure. Emplaned on Teal flight at Auckland 15 May 1952 and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. Entered Korea 23 May 1952. Posted to Rear 1 Comwel Div and attached FAP to RAOC Base Ordnance Depot. Admitted Swedish Hospital for two weeks 6 to 20 Aug 1952. CTBA to HQ RAOC 1 Comwel Div and posted to NZ Base HQ for RTNZ 18 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 5 Dec 1953. Deplaned Wellington 8 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days, SOS Kayforce 7 Feb 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 24 Dec 1981, aged 50 years at Lower Hutt. Buried Taita Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ATA, Patrick | 208778 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/05/2053 | 27/02/2055 | Born Whakatane 24 Jul 1914. Freezing worker for Wellington Meat Export Co. Served in 16th Intake CMT. Attested 23 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA 3 May 1952 while under training in Burnham Camp. Had difficulty adjusting to Military life and obeying orders. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas from Sydney to Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 19 May 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached to CATC, Inchon for Artillery courses from 12–20 Dec 1953 and again from 27 Dec 1953–3 Jan 1954. Attached to Canadian NCO School from 3 May 1954 to 15 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 19 May 1954, Temporary Bombardier 22 Jun 1954 and to Bombardier 24 Sep 1954. Returned to 16 Fd Regt after each attachment. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ 23 Feb 1955 and deplaned Auckland 27 Feb 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Aug 1955. Served overseas one year 297 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Wellington 1 Sep 1995 aged 81 years. |
| ATCHLEY, Trevor Raeburn | 200072 | Major | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/07/2052 | 24/06/2053 | Born London UK, 19 Aug 1910. Enlisted in Territorial Force in 1924. Served in 19 Bty at Wellington as Gunner then Lance Bombardier Oct 1924 to Jul 1927. 4 Medium Bty, Hamilton Oct 1936 to Mar 1939 as Bombardier then Sergeant. Promoted 2nd Lieutenant, Apr 1939 and served till Sep. Embarked with 1st Echelon, 2 NZEF with Regimental no 1570. Served in 4 Field Regiment, NZA, in Egypt, Greece, the Western Desert and Libya during WWII. Reached rank of Captain. POW in Italy and Germany 21 Nov 1941 to 12 May 1945. Territorial Service (Capt) after the war in 4 Medium Regiment, RNZA. Department Manager for Dalgety & Co, Hamilton. Appointed to Kayforce 3 Jun 1952 initially with Kayforce No.206964 but reverted to his TF service Number. Emplaned on Teal flight at Auckland. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 7 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Battery Commander, 162 Bty, 28 Aug–8 Dec 1952. Appointed DAA & QMG Advanced HQ British Commonwealth Forces Korea (BCFK) 21 Feb 1953. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 Iwakuni, Japan, for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 24 Jun 1953. Served overseas during Korean War 353 days. Posted to Reserve of Officers 26 Jul 1953. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Died Hamilton, 23 Sep 1990 aged 85 years. Buried at Hamilton. |
| ATKINS, Brian Peter Charles | 568110 | 2nd Lieutenant | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/12/2053 | 26/08/2055 | Born Palmerston North 3 Apr 1932. 2nd Intake of CMT Scheme and sent to Linton. Serving TF Officer OC LAD with 2nd Fd Regt RNZA based in Napier before enlisting 5 Nov 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Emplaned 2 Dec 1953 on Teal flight from Evans Bay, Wellington to Sydney, Qantas from Sydney to Iwakuni via Port Moresby and Manila. Temporary Lieutenant, while employed as OC, 28 Field Engineer Regiment, Light Aid Detachment, 7 May 1954. TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC, 7 Jul 1954. Served with 10 Tpt Coy RNZASC, Platoon Commander A Platoon. Promoted Lieutenant, 9 Nov 1954. RTNZ by Qantas via Hong Kong, Manila, Darwin Sydney to Auckland. SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, with the rank of Lieutenant, 5 Nov 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Appointed OC 4 Armoured Regt, LAD 6 Aug 1956 and served in TF for another eight years. Posted to the Reserve of Officers 10 Jun 1964 and to the Reserve General List 3 Apr 1984. Retired from Reserve 1982. Died Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North, 4 Aug 2006 aged 74 years. |
| ATKINS, John William | 204040 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/05/2053 | Born High Wycombe, Bucks, England 24 Jun 1929. Former service in Merchant Navy 1943–46 and sustained a flesh wound to his left hip. Employed as a waiter in Auckland before enlisting 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Employed in the C&A Platoon, 10 Transport Coy. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ. Arrived in NZ 20 May 1953. (His file gives both these dates which makes his journey back to NZ near a month. Clerical error?) Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. (Re-issued in 1995.) Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jul 1953. Total overseas service one year 292 days. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died in Australia 7 Feb 1995. |
| ATKINS, Maurice Raymond | 12045 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Lake Coleridge 3 Oct 1930. Surveyor’s Assistant. Entered RNZN 27 May 1948 as a Stoker. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 29 Sep 1948 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 27 Mar 1949. Served in Lachlan 8 Nov 1949–27 Jul 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 30 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Later served in Bellona 19 Jun 1952–2 Feb 1953. Served in P3551 (HMDL Mako) from 3 Feb to 3 Oct 1953. DEE 2 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ATKINS, Ronald Eric | 34824 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/04/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born NZ 14 Jun 1927. Had served in Hicks Bay Home Guard before he enlisted in the Regular Force 20 Nov 1950. Qualified on Technical Assistant's Course at the School of Artillery, Waiouru, Dec 1952. Seconded from RNZA Trg Wing, Papakura (he was an Instructor) to Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 11 Apr 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 20 Apr 1953 as a gun number and later appears to have been employed as a Technical Assistant. Attached FAP to CATC, Inchon, 19 Jul 1953. Admitted to Brit Com ‘Z' medical unit 23 Jul 1953 with back injury sustained after lifting 25-pounder gun trail. Admitted to hospital for six weeks in Korea and later hospitalised in Japan. Attached FAP to Ebisu Leave Unit, Tokyo from 8 Oct 1953 to 2 Feb 1954. Promoted Sergeant 25 Jan 1954 while in Korea. Regarded as an energetic and reliable NCO before his injury. His back injury caused considerable pain and was placed on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954, for RTNZ and deplaned 6 Jul 1954. SOS Kayforce 3 Apr 1955 and reposted to Regular Force as a Bombardier at Papakura Camp. Total overseas service in Korea one year 89 days. Discharged from RF on medical grounds 21 Nov 1955 in the rank of Bombardier. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Titahi Bay, Porirua, 16 Sep 2008 aged 81 years. |
| ATKINS, Roy Bernard | 206654 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 14/11/2053 | Born Carterton, 24 May 1927. Freezing worker for Ngauranga Freezing Works, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Replacement draft 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned 1 May 1952 Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Japan 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952. Served in C Troop, 162 Bty as a gun number. Accidently injured 23 Jul 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Oct 1953. Emplaned 7 Nov 1953 Iwakuni, Japan, for RTNZ and discharge. Arrived Wellington 14 Nov 1952 most likely on Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 198 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Attested 1 Apr 1957 in Regular Force RNZASC at Fort Dorset. Was a driver at CD Ammunition Depot MakoMako. Discharged from RF 3 Oct 1958. Living Lower Hutt 2002. Died Lower Hutt, 15 Oct 2008, aged 81 years. |
| ATKINSON, Aldwyn Martin Lynd | 206751 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Tokomaru, near Palmerston North, 19 Apr 1931. Wire worker at Palmerston North. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight at. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. M/I to 16 Fd Regt in Korea from NZRTU on 8 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ 13 Mar 1954. Deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954 on Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 287 days. SOS Kayforce 21 May 1954 and posted to TF unit at Palmerston North shortly after return to NZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ATKINSON, Geoffrey John Hayes | 30431 | Captain | HQ 1 Comwel Div | RNZAOC | 07/12/2050 | 15/01/2053 | Born Christchurch 20 Nov 1922. Served RNZAF 1944–45. Also served in BCOF, Japan 1946–47. His name is listed in in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll No.16 p.7. Served in NZ Ordnance Corps as a 2nd Lieutenant. Enlisted in Regular Force 17 Feb 1949. Photographed at Whenuapai before embarking on a RNZAF Dakota of No.41 Sqn with Brig Park. Advance Party No.1, emplaned Whenuapai 7 Dec 1950 on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Deputy Adjutant & Quartermaster General’s office (Major G. Pleasants). Also served as Port Ordnance Officer and 2i/c, then Commander (Temporary Major) of 4 Advance Ordnance Depot, RAOC, Pusan, 5 Oct 24 Sep 1951. OC Base Ordnance Section; 2i/c CRAOC, 1 Commonwealth Division 1952. Reposted to Regular Force 8 Apr 1953. Appointed MBE (London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3401). Later Lieutenant Colonel with seniority from 28 Aug 1968. Retired from Army having reached retiring age on 29 Dec 1972. |
| ATKINSON, William David | 206413 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 05/02/2053 | Born Hamilton 4 May 1929. Engineering foundry worker at Marton. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements 14 Feb 1951. Emplaned 15 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951. Embarked Sasebo, Japan, 22 Sep 1952 and entered Korea at Pusan 24 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Accidentally injured by petrol burns to hands and forearms and was admitted to 25 Canadian Fd Amb 12 Dec 1951, then spent two-days in BCOF General Hospital. (Several Kayforce personnel were injured when the 'home-made' heaters and cooking appliances malfunctioned. This injury may have been one of these. No detail given as to the cause.) Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Feb 1953 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 5 Feb 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Apr 1953. Total overseas service one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui, 18 Oct 1984 aged 55 years. Buried at Mount View. This man's name is recorded on the Whanganui Memorial Rock. |
| ATUA, Tamu Tom | 593417 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 21/11/2054 | Born Nelson 9 Aug 1931. Storeman at freezing works in New Plymouth. Serving TF soldier in 1 Wellington West Coast Regiment in the Anti-Tank Platoon. Enlisted in Kayforce 12 Aug 1953. Emplaned at Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas of BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 3) ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 16 Dec 1954 and reposted to TF unit. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ATUA, Taukai Te (Tiny) | 592973 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 10/08/2057 | Born Motueka 5 Aug 1933. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements 5 May 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Was granted permission to take his furlough leave of 28 days in Japan. Granted an extension to serve in Korea for a further 12 months in Mar 1955. During the latter part of his service in Korea was at Edinburgh Camp, near Inchon. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug and RTNZ by air arriving Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Dec 1957 and posted to TF unit. Joined Regular Force and served in Transport Section, Singapore. RTNZ and served at Fort Cautley, Whangarei Area Office, Waiouru and Linton Camps. Discharged from NZ Army 15 Nov 1982. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) NZ GSM clasp ‘Malaya 1960–64’, LS&GC (Military). Died New Plymouth 28 Jul 2007 aged 73 years. |
| ATUTAHI, William Kahu | 208394 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 12/11/2053 | Born Te Kuiti 12 Sep 1930. Labourer. Enlisted 27 Sep 1951 at Nelson in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for travel to Kure, Japan. Disembarked Kure, 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but not known how he was employed. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hospital in Japan before being sent to Korea. Entered Korea 11 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. May well have been involved in the heavy fighting just before the Armistice. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight from Sydney at Auckland 12 Nov 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jan 1954. Total overseas service one year 287 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| AUBREY, Paul | 204770 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 02/11/2057 | Born Taupiri, Waikato, 2 Feb 1926. Labourer at Westfield Freezing works, Otahuhu. Enlisted 4 Nov 1956 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last) Emplaned Whenuapai 10 Jan 1956 for flight to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Hiro, Japan. Entered Japan 13 Jan 1956. Travelled to Inchon by ship. Entered Korea and posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Driver, 23 Jan 1956 at Edinburgh Camp. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon as Clerk 15 May 1956. Attached to 1 Sqn, Royal Australian Signals in Korea 28 Sep 1956 for one month. Attached FAP to be a member of Army Honour Guard at Seoul 1 Feb 1957. TSFD to US Resources 23 Aug 1957. Deplaning Whenuapai 2 Nov 1957. Served overseas one year 298 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jan 1958. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Joined Regular Force 24 Feb 1958. Posted to Northern District Transport Company, RNZASC and employed at the Supply Depot Waikato Camp, Ngaruawahia. Later served in Papakura Camp. Promoted Lance Corporal 20 Oct 1959. Posted to 2 NZ Regt, Burnham but returned to RNZASC and was posted to Southern District Transport Company, Burnham Camp. Later served in Static Platoon, 3 Tpt Coy, Burnham Camp. Promoted Sergeant 16 Apr 1973. Discharged from Army as Sergeant (Clerk All Arms) from Territorial Force Depot (TFD) Burnham Camp 5 Dec 1975. Living in Whanganui in 2006. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), Entitled to NZDSM. |
| AUGUST, Te Rangitahi John | 15869 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 16 Mar 1939. Labourer before he entered the RNZN on an eight-year engagement from 24 May 1956. Initial training conducted in Tamaki where he advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 16 Sep 1956. Served in Philomel 1 May 1957 and was drafted 6 May 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. RTNZ NZ4 Jul 1958. He was a Radar Plotter in this ship. Advanced to Able Seaman 14 Apr 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. At Philomel 15 Sep 1958 and was drafted to Lachlan 10 Oct 1958. 3 Mar 1959. At Philomel 20 Mar–4 Oct 1959. Drafted to Stawell for three weeks from 5 Oct 1959. At Philomel 27 Oct 1959. Discharged BNPS 26 Mar 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| AULD, Francis Robin | 208967 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/04/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Invercargill 24 Apr 1924. Roof tiler from Invercargill. Enlisted 4 Dec 1953 in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Christchurch 21 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney then Qantas from Sydney. Entered Japan 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 3 May 1954 and posted to 16 Fd Regt. TSFD from 16 Fd Regt RNZA to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC 12 Oct 1954 and was TSFD to RNZASC. Accidentally injured 5 Feb 1955. Broke his leg which eventually required his evacuation back to NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1955 and deplaned Harewood 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Jan 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| AUSTIN, Alan Colburn | 12898 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Napier 4 Nov 1928. Was a timber worker before he entered the RNZN on 23 Feb 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman. Served in Tamaki then Philomel 1 Sep 1949. Served in Bellona 19 Apr 1949–10 Feb 1950. Served in Pukaki 11 Feb–28 Jun 1950 At Philomel 29 Jun 1950 and qualified as a Diver 3rd Class 15 Sep 1950. Returned to Bellona 10 Oct 1950–22 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 23 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korean waters 29 Aug 1951. After serving with the UN Naval Forces RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Qualified Gun Layer 3rd Class 18 Sep 1953. Drafted to Lachlan 2 Oct 1953–5 Oct 1954 and again 11 Dec 1954–16 Jan 1955. DEE from Philomel 2 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| AUSTIN, Alan Douglas | 204017 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Rawene (Hokianga) 29 Apr 1926. Civil trade saw miller. Enlisted 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Underwent training at Northern Military District Training Camp Papakura then at Trentham Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked on ship at Sasebo for a three-day trip to Pusan, Korea. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy and employed on driving duties. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ by civil air arriving at Auckland on 19 Feb 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 17 May 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.110 was returned to Base Records as he had changed address. It is still at Trentham to this day. Served overseas one year 203 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Te Awamutu, 21 Aug 1998 aged 72 years. |
| AUSTIN, Leslie Dennis | 12658 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Islington, London, England 13 Apr 1925. Employed as a butcher's assistant before he entered the RN on 22 Apr 1943 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No P/JX 51520. Underwent training in HMS Collingwood (radar training school) and was then drafted to HMS Valkyrie an RN Electrical training school on the Isle of Man. He was next sent to HMS Mercury a Signals training school Jun–Aug 1943. Drafted to HMS Ferret the Londonderry RN Base and served in HMS Skate a destroyer built during the Great War. She saw extensive service during WWII on North Atlantic duties and took part in the Normandy landings in Jun 1944. She was the oldest British built destroyer to serve during WWII. His next ship was HMS Glenroy a Landing Ship Infantry 24 Jan 1945 which sailed via Akyab to join the British Pacific Fleet. He was at HMS Braganza (Naval barracks at Bombay now Mumbai) for a month then re-joined Glenroy and returned to Britain in May 1946. He was released from the RN 22 Aug 1946. Enlisted as an Able Seaman in the RNZN in at HMNZS Cook, soon to be renamed Maori (London) 26 Feb 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and then TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949 and was a crewman that sailed that ship to NZ. At Philomel for a few days and was then sent to HMAS Watson 29 Aug 1950–19 Nov 1951. On RTNZ was at Philomel then drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951. Rotoiti sailed for Korean waters 7 Jan 1952 and returned 19 Mar 1953 but he remained with Rotoiti 14 Feb 1954. He next served in Bellona then in the Reserve Feet then returned to Philomel and was DEE at Maori 1 Mar 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, France & Germany Star, Burma Star, War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| AVERY, Harry James Alexander | 12036 | Electrical Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Newport, Monmouth, Wales 23 Oct 1924. Employed as an apprentice toolmaker before entering the RN on 20 Nov 1945 as an Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class with Service No D/MX 778140. Served in HMS Defiance, Drake and Loch invar. Mainly shore stations. Released from the RN on 3 Dec 1947. Entered the RNZN at Philomel as an Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 15 Apr 1948 and was drafted to the reserve Fleet 4 Jun 1949. Served in Taupo and Bellona before leaving NZ and being discharged to shore at Maori 14 Apr 1951. Re-entered the RNZN at Maori as an Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 29 Jun 1951. Was in HMS Collingwood 30 Jun–20 Oct 1951 and advanced to Acting Electrical Artificer 3rd Class. At Maori 21 Oct 1951 but was back at Philomel 3 Nov 1951. Served in Bellona and in Irirangi before being drafted to Kaniere 14 Apr 1954. Kaniere sailed from Auckland to serve with the British Eastern Fleet in Asian waters. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class 14 Mar 1954. He later served in other RNZN ships including Lachlan, Rotoiti, Endeavour and Royalist. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 6 Aug 1961. Discharged to RA 14 Jun 1966. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ GSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| AYLWARD, Thomas William Augustus | 206370 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born Dannevirke 17 Aug 1913. Served in NZ Division RN 1939–41 (Service No 1439) served in the Pacific and in the Atlantic. Changed to Army 2 NZEF 1942–45 (Service No 615519), awarded Military Medal while serving in 30 Bn, Green Island, Pacific. Citation: “At Green Island on 31st January 1944, Private Aylward was one of a party in a barge giving covering fire by rifle grenade to a platoon which was making a flank attack on an enemy position on the beach. In spite of heavy machine-gun fire at close range, he continued bombing with such good effect that the enemy fire was silenced. The barge was then attacked by six enemy dive-bombers, which killed the gunner and splintered the barge in several places. Private Aylward without hesitation manned the machine-gun and, regardless of his own safety, continued to engage the enemy aircraft till they disappeared. His devotion to duty throughout the action was a splendid example to his comrades”. RTNZ 9 Jul 1944 then re-embarked on 28 Sep 1944 with 13th Reinforcements for Kiwi Force for service in Italy. Wounded in Italy 11 Apr 1945 while serving in 27 Machine Gun Battalion. Also served in BCOF, in 27 NZ Battalion at Yamaguchi, Japan 1946–47. Driver for Amalgamated Carriers of Napier before enlisting in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Reduced his age by five years i.e. as if born 1918, to enlist in Kayforce. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 2 Nov 1950 and appointed Gun No.1. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 19 Apr 1951 and appointed Troop Sergeant Major, Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Reverted to Sergeant on ceasing to hold appointment of Troop Sergeant Major. Originally on Flight 61 for RTNZ but was off loaded. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by air deplaning at Auckland 7 Sep 1952 by Teal ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Nov 1953. Total Service in Korea one year 273 days. Re-enlisted in Regular Force on 22 Apr 1953 and granted rank of Temporary Sergeant appointed Instructor All Arms and posted to CD Training Depot, Linton Camp. Discharged from the Army 27 Nov 1958. Awarded Military Medal, 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Taradale, 7 Aug 1990 aged 76 years. |
| BABER, John Brian | 13404 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Croydon, London, UK, 10 Mar 1934. Enlisted in RNZN on 21 Sep 1950. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class on 19 Aug 1951 for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 10 Sep 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 10 Dec 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. 4-inch Gun loading number. Travelled to Korean waters via Fiji and Japan. Served mainly on the west cost of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Advanced to Able Seaman 10 Oct 1952. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Sydney arriving in Devonport 19 Mar 1953. Attended Radar Plotter 3rd Class (Radar Plotters Course) HMAS Watson 30 Jul–2 Oct 1953. Served in Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–22 Jan 1956. Returned to Korean waters in Kaniere on 23 Jan 1956–28 Aug 1957. Also served in Malayan waters during the Emergency. Discharged from the RNZN in Mar 1960. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and NGSM (M). DEE 9 Mar 1960 and became a Traffic Officer. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Auckland 15 Nov 2021 aged 87 years. |
| BACON, David | 208464 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 17/05/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Gore 24 Feb 1930. Electrician from Gore. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on Teal Awatere flight (flying boat) to Sydney. Continued on but the trip was quite slow as he travelled via Darwin and entered Japan 3 Jun 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/O to NZRTU 26 Nov 1952. Admitted unknown hospital and discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 Apr 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU and remained on the NZ Roll 7 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ by civil air deplaning Wellington 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Emplaned on Teal flight for second tour to Korea on 19 May 1954 and RTNZ on 22 Nov 1954. Applied to be discharged in Japan in order to join Canadian Army however this was not completed. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Feb 1955. Total service overseas 2 years 142 days. Enlisted in Regular Force. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957 bound for Singapore. Accidentally injured on troopship, with possible fractured ribs. Evacuated to British Military Hospital, Singapore. Also served in Tracker Team, 1 Bn NZ Regt. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. SOS 1 NZ Regt 2 Jan 1959 and attached to HQ NZ Army Force Singapore pending RTNZ on medical grounds. Emplaned at RAF Changi on 14 Feb 1959 and arrived at Whenuapai 20 Feb. Discharged from Army 10 Jun 1959. Died 23 Sep 1960 at Whiskey Creek, buried Gore. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Entitled to NZOSM. |
| BACON, Murray Raymond | 15212 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Taihape 31 Aug 1938. Telegraph delivery boy at Taihape before joining the RNZN on 30 Sep 1954 as a Boy 2nd Class. Like all others of his ilk he underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. It appears his first sea service was in Hawea followed by further time at Philomel then service in Black Prince in Aug 1956. Drafted to Royalist in May 1957 and sailed from NZ 20 May 1957 and returned 4 Jul 1958. On RTNZ Able Seaman Bacon was drafted to Irirangi 1959. He was serving in Royalist in 1963–64 when, back home, his young son became seriously ill and Bacon flown home from Hong Kong via Singapore by Qantas/Teal or RNZAF flight from Singapore. Able Seaman Bacon also served in Manga and Kiama. Was an Able Seaman over seven years. Advanced to Leading Seaman effective 3 Apr 1971 but was reverted to Able Seaman early 1972 when serving in Canterbury. Discharged 26 Jun 1974 BNPS. His service in Royalist in 1957–58 would have later earned him the following awards, NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| BADDELEY, Jess Gregory | 6313 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Greymouth 15 May 1927. Was a schoolboy before he enlisted in RNZN 10 Dec 1942 as Boy 2nd Class. Served during WWII in Leander (6 Nov 1943–7 Jan 1944) as Boy 1st Class when the ship sailed from Auckland to Boston for repairs caused when hit by Japanese torpedo at the Battle of Kolombangara in the Solomon Islands. Sent from the USA to Britain and helped make up the crew for Achilles (8 Jan 1944–28 Dec 1946). After work up and exercises Achilles sailed for Colombo to join the British Pacific Fleet. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 13 Nov 1944 and to Able Seaman 13 Aug 1945. Achilles joined the British Pacific Fleet in May 1945 for final operations in the Pacific War. On 29 Dec 1946 he was back in New Zealand in Philomel where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Jan 1947. In Tamaki 1 Apr–18 Jun 1947 then drafted to Bellona19 Jun 1947. Advanced to Leading Seaman 1 Jan 1948 but was disrated 2 Jul 1948. Re-advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 2 Jul 1949. At Flinders Naval Base Australia for course 4 Aug–24 Nov 1949. Also served in Taupo and was drafted to Bellona before being drafted to Rotoiti on 1 Dec 1951. Served during operations mainly on the west coast of Korea and in the Han River and Pyong Do. RTNZ and was discharged on 31 Mar 1953 as his engagement had been extended for only one year. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Gisborne 28 Oct 1980. |
| BADGER, John Percival | 12714 | Chief Electrical Artificer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Hendon, Middlesex, UK, 3 Jun 1914. Employed as a fitter before entering the RN as an Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 22 Feb 1937 on 12-year engagement. Issued the Service No P/MX 54379. After training at HMS Victory and in HMS Vernon he was drafted to Glasgow (light cruiser) as Electrical Artificer 4th Class and was in the ship when it escorted King George VI to Canada in May 1939. Drafted to HMS Colombo 29 Jul 1939 and was involved in the search for the German battle cruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau after they had engaged and sunk HM Armed Merchant cruiser Rawalpindi 23 Nov 1939. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class on 22 Feb 1940. Served during the Norwegian Campaign. Sailed for the Mediterranean and continued to Singapore to join the 5th Cruiser Sqn but then went back to Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) to join 4th Cruiser Sqn for patrols and escort duties in the Indian Ocean and Red Sea. Colombo was also involved in the hunt for two German commerce raiders Atlantis and Pinguin known to be active in the Indian Ocean. HMS Colombo was also part of a group which captured a Vichy French convoy travelling from Indochina to Europe. John Badger is shown in the books of Victory and Vernon 1 Aug–23 Nov 1942 and is next shown in Philomel 24 Nov 1942. Did he come to New Zealand on passage in HMS Leander when that ship travelled from Ceylon to this country late Jul and Aug 1942. Drafted to HMNZS Leander 23 Feb 1943–25 Apr 1944. Advanced to Chief Electrical Artificer 6 Aug 1943. During his time in Leander his service was mainly in the Pacific and in the Battle of Kolombangara where she was badly damaged. This ship made its way to Auckland then to the US Navy Dockyard at Boston for repairs. As far as can be ascertained he then returned to Britain where HMNZS Achilles was under repair and refit. Drafted to Achilles 6 Apr 1944–25 Sep 1946. Achilles sailed to Britain Aug 1946 and reverted to RN control. Later served in HMS Adamant a submarine depot ship 16 Apr 1948–15 Feb 1949. Released from the RN 14 May 1949. (Date conflicts with his entry into the RNZN). Entered the RNZN at Cook as Electrical Artificer 4th Class 6 Mar 1949 and advanced to Chief Electrical Artificer on the following four days. On 1 Apr 1949 HMNZS Cook became Maori. Drafted to Tutira 2 May 1949 and was a senior crew member which brought the ship to NZ. He was serving in the RNZN when he received the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star (‘Burma’ clasp) and War Medal for his WWII service. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 13 Oct 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–26 Sep 1954. Awarded British Empire Medal QB Hons, 10 Jun 1954. Also served in Philomel and in Pegasus. Drafted to Royalist 21 Dec 1956–4 Nov 1958. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and returned to NZ4 Jul 1958. Served in the Electrical Division. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BADLEY, Cecil John Charles | 204042 | Craftsman | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Newark, England 1 Nov 1914. Machine operator for NZ Glass Manufacturers, Penrose, Auckland. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 21 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD 26 Sep 1951. Admitted 26 Fd Ambulance 12 Dec 1952 with fractured left ankle resulting from an accident. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp and posted to NZ Base HQ 2 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 19 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Jun 1953. Returned to previous employment with NZ Glass Manufacturers. |
| BAGGETT, Malcolm Edgar | 11118 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Napier 18 Feb 1928. Storeman from Napier. Entered the RNZN 22 Nov 1945. Served in Bellona 15 Oct 1947–19 May 1948. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950 to 29 Oct 1951. Left NZ for service in Korean waters 7 Oct 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. He broke his arm while serving in Hawea and was TSFD to Rotoiti for the RTNZ and arrived back in Auckland 21 Nov 1951. This was because of his broken arm and his engagement was almost completed. DEE 17 Feb 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died 6 Jun 2010, Taradale, aged 81 years. |
| BAIGENT, David Edward | 13212 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Nelson 30 May 1931. Surname only on a list supplied by Ronald McMillan gave the clue for further research. Sawmiller before enlisting in RNZN on 19 Jan 1950. Served in Bellona and Taupo before being drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 until 2 Nov 1953. Served mainly on west coast on patrols and escort duties. Also served again in Bellona followed by Black Prince. Discharged from RNZN 1 Feb 1956. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal replacements for lost awards. Living at Matamata in 2002. Died Peacefully, at Matamata Country Lodge, on 2 Aug 2017; aged 92 years. |
| BAILEY, Allwyn | 207931 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Although his Army record states he was born Newfoundland 23 Aug 1921 he was actually born in Tipton, England, UK. His name was Albert but he much preferred Allwyn, the name under which he enlisted in Kayforce. Previously served six years in Royal Navy and was involved in the Bomb Disposal Section from 1943–46. Was awarded Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Bomb and Mine Clearance’ and also a French Gallantry award for his work clearing Cherbourg Harbour. Other WWII Medals not known. Enlisted in KMB 11 Sep 1950. Embarked 12 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul and back to the area that eventually became the Armistice Line. KILLED IN ACTION 17 Nov 1951 during an attack by the Communist Chinese forces on Hill 227. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. NZ Memorial Cross and Medals forwarded to his mother in Tipton, England, UK. A medallion from the President of Korea, His Excellency Park Chung Hee, in 1968 was also forwarded to the family. His remains are buried in the UN Military Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan, Plot No.9, Row No.1, Grave No.297. |
| BAILEY, Arthur | 14669 | Acting Radio Electrical Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Salford, UK, 25 Jan 1925. Employed as a motion engineer before he entered the RNZN as an Acting Radio Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 22 Jan 1953. Underwent familiarisation training in Tamaki. Drafted to Black Prince 17 Mar 1953 and sailed to the UK to take part in the Royal Review at Spithead. Arthur left the ship 17 May 1953 and was sent on courses at HMS Collingwood and HMS Royal Arthur from 18 May 29 Jan 1955. Arthur Bailey was at Maori (London) 3 Jan–4 Feb 1955 and was probably flown home as he was in Philomel and Tamaki 5 Feb–17 Jul 1955. Drafted briefly to Stawell and back to Philomel. Drafted to Black Prince 19 Oct 1955. Advanced to Radio Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 22 Jul 1954 while in the UK but this was noted against Black Prince on his posting card. Advanced to Radio Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 8 Nov 1956. Drafted to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and returned to NZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Engineering Division. Back in NZ he served in Philomel and Irirangi before returning to Maori 24 Aug 1959 to become part of the crew for Otago. Advanced to Radio Electrical Artificer 2nd Class 8 Nov 1960. Otago arrived at her home port of Dunedin on 19 Jan 1961. In Philomel 16 Jan 1962 and advanced to Radio Electrical Artificer 1st Class 1 Jan 1962. Also served in Taranaki advanced to Acting Chief Radio Electrical Artificer 1 Apr 1963 and to Chief Radio Electrical Artificer 1 Apr 1964. Also served in Waikato and Taranaki again, and advanced to Workshop [?] Radio Electrical Artificer 1971. Served in Singapore at the ANZUK FMU. Discharged to RA 21 Jan 1974. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BAILEY, Denis Glyn | 535589 | Lance Bombardier | NZRTU | RNZA | 28/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born New Zealand 3 Aug 1933. Post & Telegraph Department linesman at Rotorua before he enlisted 5 Aug 1952 as Regular Force soldier. Posted as a Gunner to RNZA, Papakura Camp on 27 Nov 1952 at completion of Basic Training. Completed Basic All Arms Instructors Course 16 Dec 1953. Seconded to Kayforce 5 Apr 1954 as a member of the 14th Reinforcements. Emplaned 28 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Iwakuni, Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan 3 Jul 1954. Marched into NZRTU from NZ on 3 Jul 1954. Was sick and did not enter Korea until 21 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 15 Oct 1954. Admitted to 43 US MASH 15–23-Jul-1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ and posting back to the RF. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 2 Jun 1956. Re-posted to the Regular Force. Served overseas one year 165 days. TSFD from RNZA (parent Corps before secondment to Kayforce) to RNZASC. Posted to Northern District Transport Company. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharged from Army 4 Sep 1957. Died Whangarei 30 May 2016 aged 82 years. |
| BAILEY, Edward George | 208565 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Riverton, Southland 8 Jul 1927. Carpenter employed by W. Williamson Construction Co, Christchurch. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled by civil air (Qantas) to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 162 Bty as Line Signaller through his Tour of Duty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 12 Sep 1952. Battle casualty wounded by shrapnel 7 Dec 1952, admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb, TSFD to Brit Com Z Medical Unit and returned to Duty on 15 Dec 1952. Promoted Lance Bombardier 31 Dec 1952 and appointed Troop Signals Line NCO. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 3 May 1953 and appointed Troop Signals NCO. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 25 Nov 1953. Promoted Sergeant 19 Feb 1954 and appointed Battery Signals Sergeant. Embarked 24 Mar 1954 at Kobe, Japan on SS Changsha for return to Sydney and completed the journey by Teal flight possibly from Sydney deplaning Wellington 24 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 294 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| BAILEY, Gordon Frederick | 14486 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Brocheford, Suffolk, UK, 6 Feb 1930. Previous service in the Royal Navy and reached the rate of Able Seaman and held the qualification of R.C.3 (Radar Controller 3rd Class). Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, 17 Mar 1955 and was affirmed on 24 Mar 1955. On arrival in NZ was drafted to Philomel. Drafted to Black Prince 3 May 1955 to 30 Aug 1955. Returned to Philomel 31 Aug 1955 to 4 Apr 1956. Flew by RNZAF Hastings to Australia to attend an R.C.2 course at HMAS Cerberus 5 Apr–15 Jun 1956. He completed this course with a good result of 77.25%. He was permitted to take his after course, leave to stay with his NOK in Sydney. He returned to Philomel 15 Jun 1956 to 31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and left in that ship on 20 May 1957 for a tour of SE Asia, Japan and Korea. This was the second commission of Royalist. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but remained with his ship until 31 Aug 1958. Returned to Philomel 1 Sep 1958–7 Sep 1960. Served again in Royalist 8 Sep 1960 until 21 Aug 1961. DEE 13 Sep 1961. There is no indication on his file recording the issue of any medals. He is entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| BAILEY, Gregory Trevor | 204025 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Auckland on 18 Jan 1930. Clerk at Winstone's Auckland. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Entered Japan 4 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 8 Sep 1951 and posted to an appointment of Driver 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 May 1953 and deplaned Auckland 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 216 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Army Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BAILEY, Ian Herbert | 203698 | Craftsman | LAD RNZEME | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 14/07/2052 | Born Auckland 20 Feb 1929. Automotive electrician from Hamilton. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Attended training at Armament and General Workshop at Trentham Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Auto electrician posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD. Although overseas for nearly 19 months he spent less than half the time in Korea, the balance being served in Japan. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Hamilton 2009. President of Hamilton KVA. Died Hamilton 7 Feb 2012, 16 days before his 83rd birthday. |
| BAILEY, Mutu William | 11382 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Brixton, Waitara 29 Sep 1927. Employed by NZ Railways before he enlisted in RNZN on 6 Feb 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. Served in the cruiser Bellona 24 Oct 1947 and advanced to Able Seaman 6 Feb 1948, Torpedo Detector 3rd Class. In Tamaki 22 Sep 1949–3 Jul 1950. Drafted to Tutira and sailed from Auckland to Korea 3 Jul 1950 one of the first two to serve in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but he remained with that ship until Aug 1951. Served in Lachlan 24 Aug 1951–Feb 1953. DEE 7 Feb 1953. Posted to Inactive Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BAILEY, Rodney James | 208124 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/08/2053 | Born Invercargill 31 Mar 1930. Student and orchard worker at Alexandra. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to an appointment of Driver 10 Tpt Coy and served on C Platoon. Posted to NZ Base HQ 28 Jan 1952. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon 12 May 1953 but the next day was posted back to 10 Tpt Coy. Removed from first return flight because of a problem with his right foot. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce, 18 Dec 1953 at the completion of treatment for his foot. Served overseas 2 years 20 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Dunedin 20 Mar 2013 aged 82 years. |
| BAILEY, Te Reimana Kaporere | 206058 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Whanganui 15 Dec 1923. Farmer at Putiki, near Whanganui. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 162 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul and then back to near what became the armistice line. Had a good service in Korea and his only entry was for admission to Brit Com Gen Hosp 30 Apr–17 May 1952. Pictured in the Weekly News of 16 May 1951 giving Bombardier N. Scanlan a haircut. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce, 27 Aug 1952. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BAIN, Robert William Maitland (Blue) | 208465 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 17/05/2052 | 17/02/2054 | Born Dunedin 28 Apr 1931. Painter for Otago Education Board. Came from Dunedin. Enlisted on 10 Jan 1952 in Dunedin as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Posted to RNZE on 14 Feb 1952. Was sent from Burnham Camp to Trentham Camp for Corps Training. Emplaned 17 May 1952 on RMA Awatere at Wellington for passage to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan probably by Qantas or BCPA aircraft. Entered Korea 25 May 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Pusan and attached for all purposes to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) the same day. This Sqn was involved in all manner of engineering tasks along the front line. He committed two offenses which are extremely dangerous for himself and his comrades. Whilst on Active Service, acting as a sentry leaving his post before regularly relieved and (2) Acting as a sentry sleeping on his post. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then by Teal flight to Wellington arriving 17 Feb 1954. Struck off the strength of Kayforce on 25 Apr 1954 and posted to an RNZE TF unit. Served overseas one year 277 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Korean War Service Medal 1950–53. Living in Dunedin circa 1990. Died Monticello Veterans Home, Dunedin 28 Jun 2007 aged 76 years. |
| BAIRD, John Donald Stuart | 207747 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Christchurch 29 Feb 1927. Previously employed as a storeman by Christchurch Gas Co. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde bound for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 162 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat from Sydney at Wellington. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 206 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 10 Apr 1954 but was discharged six months later on 10 Oct 1954. Did not return to Korea for further service. Died Christchurch 19 Oct 1966, aged 39 years at, cremated Harewood. |
| BAIRD, Russell Arthur | 970277 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Invercargill 1 Feb 1931. Upholsterer employed by Calder, Mackay Ltd, Invercargill. Came from Myross Bush, Southland. Enlisted 18 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served as Gunner in F Troop, 163 Bty. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 5–21 Oct 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 12 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Arrived Wellington on Teal flight from Sydney 30 Mar 1954. SOS Kayforce 2 Jun 1954 and posted to TF unit shortly after return to NZ. Served overseas one year 269 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Alexandra in 1996. Died Alexandra 4 Jun 2009 aged 77 years after a long illness. |
| BAK, Trevor Leslie Andersen | 10679 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Taihape 18 Oct 1928, Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class 5 Apr 1945. Served WWII in New Zealand home waters. Served in Achilles and was a member of that ship being returned to the UK. Most of the crewmen sailed Bellona to NZ. Attended a course at HMAS Watson 31 Mar–8 Aug 1948. Also served in Kiwi and attended another course in HMAS Flinders, Australia in 1949. Advanced to Able Seaman 17 Oct 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 11 Feb 1950. Left NZ 7 Oct 1950 and travelled to Korean waters via Darwin, Hong Kong and Japan. Radar Plotter/ Signalman was involved in patrols mainly on west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Japan, Hong Kong and Brisbane. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Palmerston North 2008. Died Palmerston North 27 Mar 2013. |
| BAKER, Brian John | 207712 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Kaiapoi 4 Aug 1925. Previous Army service in BCOF, Japan (645644 Private, Army Education & Welfare Service). Left NZ on 29 May 1946 and RTNZ on 27 Aug 1947. SOS 2nd NZEF (Jayforce) 2 Oct 1947. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Accidentally injured 16 Sep 1951–fractured left ankle. Had a small number of breaches of Routine Orders. Admitted 26 Field Ambulance the TSFD to Convalescent Depot. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Travelled from Japan to Sydney by Qantas aircraft and deplaned from RMA Awatere at Wellington 26 Apr 1952. Total overseas service in Korea one year 136 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jun 1952. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Christchurch 26 Oct 2002 aged 77 years. |
| BAKER, Charles Adams | 203768 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Kawakawa 8 Mar 1929. Civilian trade of plumber before enlisting in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Initially in Field Regiment pool then posted to 161 Bty. Served in all areas where 161 Bty served during his Tour of Duty from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel. Also served at Kapyong. Promoted Bombardier while holding appointment of Gun 2i/c Able 2 Gun. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Whangarei Senior Rep.) Promoted Sergeant when holding appointment of Gun No.1. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 on Qantas flight to Sydney for RTNZ via Guam and Port Moresby to deplane Auckland 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Oct 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Attended Korean Armistice Day Celebrations in Korea with the Prime Minister's party in Jul 2003. Living at Kaitaia 2004. |
| BAKER, Christopher George | 13888 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Toronto, Canada, 12 Jan 1920. Previous service in the Royal Navy (C/JX14961) from Jun 1936, Boy 2nd Class, to Jun 1950. His wartime service was mainly in coastal vessels. Served in HMS Ramillies 30 Dec 1937–4 Apr 1938 and HMS Whirlwind before WWII. Served in HMS Liverpool, a Town-class light cruiser 13 Jan 1940–28 Feb 1941. Also served at HMS Nile, a shore station at Alexandria. Served in ML1221, ML443 and ML307 before moving onto HMS Hannibal at Algiers. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star Italy Star and War Medal and possibly NGS 1915 (Palestine?). After the war served in HMS Zephyr and then HMS Jutland. Discharged from RN 8 Feb 1950. Enlisted 14 Aug 1952 in the RNZN at Maori, London as an Able Seaman and advanced to Leading Seaman the next day. On arrival in NZ was stationed in Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve on operations in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on patrol and escort duties. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 22 Jun 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 and remained in Kaniere until 26 Apr 1954. Served in either Irirangi or Philomel until drafted to Mako 24 Jul 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served briefly in Wakefield 25 Oct–9 Nov 1956. Discharged from RNZN ‘SNLR’, 1 Dec 1956. Died 12 Sep 1973. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BAKER, Frank Evelyn | 208909 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/08/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Christchurch 8 Sep 1929. Cycle builder from Christchurch. Attested 4 May 1953 for Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 30 Aug 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 16 Sep 1953. Entered Korea 16 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as Driver 31 Mar 1954. Posted back to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep 1954. RTNZ on compassionate grounds. Emplaned 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and arrived at Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 118 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Feb 1955. Served overseas one year 118 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BAKER, Gordon William | 12559 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Battersea, London, UK, 21 Jun 1921. Enlisted in the Royal Navy (Service No PJX 731239) 15 Mar 1944 and served until 1948. Served in HMS Termagant (destroyer) during WWII and did some landings on enemy territory. Entered RNZN 1949-1955. Served in Tutira until the ship was due to RTNZ and was then TSFD to Rotoiti in order to allow a married man to return home. Member of the Bofors Gun team. Was involved with Landing Party No.1 and Landing Party No.2 in raids on the observation posts and suspected machine gun posts in Chinnampo estuary. The raid by Landing Party No.2 occurred in Nov 1951. Discharged from RNZN Engagement Expired 8 Jan 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living at Christchurch, New Zealand 2001. |
| BAKER, James Leonard Lionel George | 12497 | Leading Cook | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Lake Hayes, Arrowtown 12 Jul 1930. Served in Bellona 22 Sep 1949 to 24 Oct 1951. Drafted to Pukaki from 3 Aug 1953 until 18 Nov 1954. During this time he deployed to Korea leaving New Zealand on 21 Sep 1953 and returning on 28 Sep 1954 and served mainly on the west coast Korean waters on patrols and monitoring the armistice. Reached rating of Able Cook by the time he was DEE on 17 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Posted to Inactive Reserve 18 Nov 1954. Later awarded NZOSM and possibly NZGSM (K). Living in Australia circa 1993. |
| BAKER, Keith Freeman | 301337 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Whangarei 28 Nov 1930. Came from Onerahi, Whangarei. Driver for Whangarei Transport. CMT Trainee. Served 173 days in CMT and TF before transferring to Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1952. Completed two Basics and two Corp Training courses. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Attached FAP HQ RASC for NCO course 7–27 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Aug 1953 and to Lance Corporal 10 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Corporal 19 Jun 1954 and to Corporal 8 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ via Guam and Australia. Deplaned Auckland 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flying-boat ex Sydney. Managed to play Golf while in Korea. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 25 Sep 1954 and posted to TF unit (1 Coy RNZASC). Served overseas one year 173 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei 4 Sep 2012 aged 81 years. |
| BAKER, Maitland William Ernest | 204576 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Whangarei 4 May 1928. Applied for enlistment in Jayforce but enlistment was cancelled. Truck Driver for New Zealand Railway Road Services, Maungaturoto. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements but sickness caused him to be retained until 6th Reinforcements movements. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air, probably by Qantas as BCPA had been taken over by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and was posted the same day to Div HQ Transport Platoon as Driver. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 4 Aug 1953 and appointed Section 2i/c. Promoted Lance Corporal Temporary Corporal 27 Dec 1953 and appointed NCO i/c Section. A small group comprising Driver W.G. Albert, Driver M.W.E. Baker, Driver C.N. Bryers, Driver W. Clarke and Driver P.G. Condon were all posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl the same day, Attached to 10 Tpt Coy 11–16 Apr 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 6 Jul 1954 and appointed Transport Sergeant vice Sergeant Eru returning to NZ on furlough and to Sergeant 29 Sep 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 3 Nov 1954. Deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals lost circa 1959 and were replaced for the cost of 16 shillings. |
| BAKER, Mervyn Cyril Paul | 12101 | Leading Stores Assistant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Ohakune 30 Dec 1927. Employed as a Linesman at Ohakune before he enlisted in RNZN on 8 Jun 1948 as a Stores Probationer. Served in Tamaki and Philomel 1 Sep 1949. Drafted to Taupo on 2 Sep 1949. Advanced to Leading Stoker Assistant 30 Jun 1950. Taupo sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 and travelled to Korean waters via Cairns, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Advanced to Acting Stores Petty Officer (Local). Taupo was mainly involved on patrols on the east and west coasts of Korea and was involved in some shore bombardments on the east coast shooting at rail bridges and tunnels and was involved in an action close to Yang Do Island (west coast close to North Korea) when some 15 sampans loaded with enemy troops were about to attack the island. Taupo sank 10 but had to withdraw as communist shore batteries began to concentrate on the ship. Although not shown on his posting card (but his original Service Certificate confirms) he also served in Rotoiti 12 Feb–19 Mar 1953 and RTNZ in Rotoiti via Japan, Hong Kong and Brisbane and arrived Auckland 21 Oct 1952. Was at Philomel and reverted to his substantive rank of Leading Stores Assistant 26 Jan 1953. Drafted to Irirangi 8–28 Apr 1954. Discharged from RNZN Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died at Hastings on 19 Jun 2018 aged 90 years. |
| BAKER, Percy Ronald | 11039 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Auckland 10 Jul 1925. Timber machinist. Saw service in the NZ Army (No.630684) from 23 Jun 1940 to 5 May 1944 and was a member of 9 Heavy Regt RNZA. Also served in Tonga (T Force) before joining RNZN in Nov 1945 as Stoker 2nd Class. He served in Philomel from 17 Dec 1945 and had brief TODs to Arbutus and the Coastguard section. Drafted to Arbutus 10 Sep 1946, advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 8 Nov 1946 and to Stoker Mechanic on 21 Aug 1947. He then served in Philomel, Kiwi and Bellona and then Philomel again. He was serving on Bellona in Mar 1950 when he received his WWII medals. Served in Rotoiti from 30 Sep 1950 to 30 Apr 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 13 Nov 1951. TSFD to Tutira on 1 May 1951 and RTNZ in her arriving in Auckland on 30 May 1951. Back in NZ he served in Philomel, Kaniere and Tamaki. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic on 13 Nov 1951 and to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 15 Jun 1953. He also served Bellona and Black Prince. in Royalist from 17 Apr 1956 to 3 Feb 1957 and was part of the crew which brought the ship to NZ. Royalist was also involved in the Suez affair for which the crew were later awarded the NZGSM (NE). Served in Pukaki from 13 Jan 1959 to 2 Oct 1960 during which time the ship served in Malaysian waters in the latter part of the Malayan Emergency. During his service he also served in Kiwi and Taupo. Discharged to RA on 15 Dec 1965 in the rank of Chief Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE), NGSM (M), PJM and KWSM. Living on the Hibiscus Coast in 2006. Died Whangaparaoa 27 Aug 2009. |
| BAKER, Raumoa Matenga | 206989 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/01/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Otaki 18 Apr 1927. Fireman (on railway engines) for NZ Railways Locomotive Depot Upper Hutt. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce. 5th Reinforcements. Trained as gun number at Waiouru. Emplaned on Teal flight to Australia, 28 Jan 1953. Entered Japan 31 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 19 Mar 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 24 Jul 1953 and was TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Station and was discharged direct to 16 Fd Regt on 27 Jul 1953. Attached to CATC, Inchon for training course 8–23 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 23 Mar 1954 and appointed 2i/c Gun. Attached to CATC Inchon again 4–20 Apr 1954 on a No.1’s Course. At the conclusion of this course he was regarded as “….the best NCO on the course and he will certainly make a very good No 1.” Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 23 Mar 1954 and appointed 2i/c Gun. Attached to 1 Bn Royal Warwickshire Regt 16 May–6 Jun 1954. Promoted Bombardier 12 May 1954 then to Temporary Sergeant on 28 Jun 1954 and appointed Gun No.1. To be Sub Sergeant on 8 Oct 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Brisbane. Completed return journey from Brisbane to deplane Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 301 days. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Feb 1955. Joined Regular Force and served in NZ Sqn, 22 SAS Regt, in Malaya from 28 Nov 1955 to 30 Nov 1957. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. On RTNZ he TSFD from NZ infantry to RNZEME and posted to CD MT Workshop, Trentham Camp. During this posting he was a member of the staff of the 10th SEATO Advisers' Meeting at Wellington as a driver. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Otaki, 7 Dec 2002 aged 74 years. |
| BAKER, Ronald Joseph | 327419 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZDC | 02/09/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Auckland 18 May 1932. Greaser at the Westfield Freezing Works garage, Auckland, before joining Kayforce. Serving TF soldier in 1 Mobile Dental Unit. Enlisted 4 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954 and was posted to NZ Base HQ. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Was attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt, later to 10 Tpt Coy. TSFD from RNZDC to RNZASC and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 1 Jun 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while holding appointment of Clerk. Had several breaches of discipline. Was sent on TODs to NZ Base. Also on TOD to HMNZS Pukaki 27 Dec 1955 to 10 Jan 1956. Attached to Brit Com Sub Area at Tokyo for Rugby Tour 24–27 Feb 1956. Emplaned 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning at Auckland 24 May 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jul 1956 and re-posted to a TF unit (1 Mobile Dental Unit). Total overseas service one year 266 days. TSFD to Class ‘A’ Reserve 1 Aug 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BAKER, Selwyn William (Bill) | 204392 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Ngawha, Northland, 29 Mar 1929. Came from Te Awamutu. Enlisted in Kayforce 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Instructor RNZA. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled the remainder of the journey to Japan by Qantas. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952, posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Attended course at CATC, Inchon, 19 Apr–10 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Aug 1953. Attached 1 Bn Royal Warwickshire Regt 4–22 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 5 Oct 1953 and appointed Gun No.1. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 23 Nov 1953 as Gun No.1. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 and RTNZ on furlough and for duties as an instructor at Waiouru. Emplaned at Auckland for return to Korea on 2 Jun 1954. Re-entered Korea 11 Jun 1954 and re-posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia at Pusan for RTNZ and completed journey back to NZ on Teal flight arriving Auckland 27 Nov 1954 ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 33 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Feb 1955. Died 8 May 1975 aged 46 at Invercargill. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. See Ron Hayman re photo. |
| BAKER, Sherwin John Tasman | 208190 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Christchurch 2 Sep 1928. Came from Halswell, Christchurch. Had previous service in RNZAF (Service No 48558) as aircraftsman. Discharged after 134 days. Freezing Worker at Christchurch. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1951. Embarked on ship at Sasebo for a three-day trip to Pusan, Korea. Entered Korea 30 Nov 1951. Posted to HQ Platoon, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 21 Oct–2 Nov 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Feb 1953 while holding appointment of NCO i/c Spare Drivers. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 Apr–8 May 1953 but remained on the NZ Roll 8 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 299 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 19 Jul 2016 aged 87 years. |
| BAKER, Terence Nelson | 11544 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Rawene, Northland 5 Sep 1929. Farm hand before joining RNZN. Enlisted 17 Jul 1947 as Stoker 2nd Class. Served in Bellona 21 Jan 1948–3 Feb 1950. Promoted Stoker Mechanic 17 Apr 1948. Promoted Leading Seaman (Ldg SM) 16 Nov 1949. Posted to Taupo 4 Feb 1950 and was on board that ship when it was sailing in the Mediterranean. Was at Philomel Nov 1950 to Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo again 17 Aug 1951. Served mainly on west coast Korean waters through summer and the winter seasons. Taupo was involved in some shore bombardments on the east coast shooting at rail bridges and tunnels and was involved in an action close to Yang Do Island (west coast close to North Korea) when some 15 sampans loaded with enemy troops were about to attack the island. Taupo sank 10 but had to withdraw as communist shore batteries began to concentrate on the ship. RTNZ and served again in HMNZS Bellona. Promoted Acting Petty Officer Seaman. DEE 4 Sep 1953. Awarded UN Korea Medal but did not receive Korea Medal until after Apr 1961 as he had left the service before the medal was instituted. Died 6 May 1995. Entitled in NZOSM. |
| BAKER, Thomas | 206752 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 17/02/2054 | Born Tarawera 13 Sep 1923. Timber worker for Tataraakina Timber Co, at Napier. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 in Kayforce Replacement 2nd Flight. Emplaned 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney then by civil air to Japan arriving Iwakuni, 4 Jun 1952. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for three weeks from 10 May 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 26 Jun 1953 TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and discharged direct to unit 27 Jul 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 7 Sep 1953 TSFD to 25 Canadian FDA and discharged 9 Sep 1953 Direct to unit. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Feb 1954 and RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to Wellington on Teal flight deplaning 17 Feb 1954. Served overseas for one year 263 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taradale, 26 Oct 1998 aged 75 years. |
| BALDWIN, Neville Alec Percy | 14698 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Nelson 6 Jun 1936. Employed as a junior bank clerk before he enlisted in the RNZN on 28 Jan 1953 as Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 20 Jul 1953 and to Ordinary Seaman 6 Dec 1953. Awarded the prize for Seamanship and Gunnery 17 Dec 1953. His first ship was Black Prince followed by Lachlan where he advanced to Able Seaman Nov 1954. Sent to HMAS Watson to attend courses 25 Mar 1955–17 Jun 1955 and passed the Radar Plotter 3rd Class Course. Served in Paea 12 Jul–29 Dec 1955. Drafted to Kaniere on 20 Dec 1955 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to the Asian theatre and returned to NZ 6 May 1957. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 15 Jul 1957. Served in Lachlan 18 Oct 1957–21 May 1960. Advanced to Leading Seaman 15 Jul 1958. Served in Tarapunga 20 May 1960–and advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) 2 May 1960 but relinquished this rank and returned to LS. Served in Philomel 22 Sep 1961 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) but again relinquished this rank. DEE 6 Jun 1962 as LS. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) NZGSM (K) and NZDSM for his service in Asia. |
| BALL, Herbert Thomas Francis | 207778 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born 16 Jun 1924. Previous service in Merchant Navy. Driver at the Public Works Department Camp, Lawrence, Central Otago. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Accepted as a bulldozer driver for Kayforce. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington. Entered Korea at Pusan 31 Dec 1950. Left NZ as member destined for NZ Transport Platoon but was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Served in HQ Tpt Platoon from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned Iwakuni, 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney, arriving Wellington on 26 Apr 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jun 1952 and returned to his parent’s home in Christchurch. Served overseas one year 139 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Pictured in the NZ Free Lance issued on 20 Jun 1951. Died Townsville, Queensland, Australia 21 Oct 1995 aged 67 years. |
| BALL, Sonny George | 460827 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Te Kuiti 24 Sep 1930. Survey draughtsman with Lands & Survey Department at Hamilton. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. He attended an Army OCTU Selection Board at Trentham Camp 11–13 Mar 1953 but was not selected to attend the Basic OCTU Course and was returned to his District Training Camp. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and entered Japan 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 26 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 May 1954. Promoted Lance Corporal 6 Aug 1954. Applied to do Correspondence Courses through Technical Correspondence School; Wellington, including Survey A and B, Land Valuation, Aerial Surveying and Photogrammetry, Laws and Reg affecting Survey and requested the textbooks for these courses. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney and completed the RTNZ on Teal flight deplaning Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Served overseas one year 163 days. Died Te Kuiti, 23 Jul 1989, aged 58 years. Buried at Te Kuiti. |
| BALLAM, William Hawkesby | 459518 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 02/10/2054 | Born Whanganui 29 Jan 1931. Fireman NZ Railways Loco Department Frankton Junction. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 10 Mar 1953 and posted to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured 8 Jul 1953 and admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 5 Oct 1953 but remained on X(ii) List. Committed several discipline breaches during his time in Korea. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 16 Jan 1954 and was discharged 9 Feb 1954 but re-admitted 11–12 Feb 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ Deplaned Wellington 2 Oct 1954. SOS Kayforce on 29 Nov 1954. Total overseas service in Korea one year 218 days. Joined Regular Force and was posted to 1 NZ Regt. Embarked at Wellington on TSS Captain Cook for passage to Singapore 28 Nov 1957. Rifleman in Signals Platoon 1 NZ Regt. Stationed at Nyasa Camp in the Ipoh area and also at Sungei Kluang Camp. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Penang for RTNZ arriving Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Aug 1960. Attended BAA Instructors Course 7 Jul–10 Aug 1960 at Waiouru. Emplaned RNZAF aircraft 22 Nov 1961 and served in 1 NZ Regt (Lieutenant Colonel Pearce's Bn) on the Malaya–Thailand border area. Promoted Temporary Corporal 4 Jun 1962. RTNZ deplaning at RNZAF Base Whenuapai 4 Nov 1963. Posted to Auckland Regt 18 Nov 1963 and appointed Signals NCO. On Reorganisation of Army TSFD from Auckland Regt to 3 RNZIR 8 May 1964. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 May 1964. Appointed Instructor at Area 1, Auckland, 17 Aug 1964. Discharged from the Army 23 Oct 1966. Died Whangaparaoa 8 Jun 2002 aged 71 years. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Entitled to NZGSM (M). |
| BALLANTINE, Ronald James | 970280 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Invercargill on 20 Apr 1931. Gas Worker for Invercargill City Council. Serving TF soldier. Attested 26 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. His training for Korean service was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air arriving at Iwakuni, 25 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 30 Apr 1953. Posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt as a linesman. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 8–20 Sep 1953. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Oct 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ and remained on the NZ Roll 5 Oct 1953. Emplaned at Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 5 Nov 1954. SOS Kayforce on 16 Dec 1954 and posted to TF Unit. Total overseas service one year 198 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Otatara, 16 Mar 1966, aged 34 years. Buried at Eastern Cemetery, Invercargill. |
| BALLANTYNE, Desmond John Robert | 204201 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Auckland on 22 Oct 1927. Painter for NZ Forest Products, Tokoroa. Enlisted 28 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked on MV Wanganella at Wellington on 31 Jan 1952 for voyage to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Involved in a motor vehicle accident and was taken into custody by the Australian Police 15 Feb 1952. M/O Glenfield camp and embarked 2 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire to sail from Sydney to Kure, Japan, arriving 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. Posted to C Troop 162 Bty. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb on 16 Apr 1953 with 2nd degree burns (accidental injury) to face and right hand. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge via Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 11 Nov 1943 from Teal flight. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1954. Total overseas service one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BALLANTYNE, Maurice Munro | 206966 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 05/11/2054 | Born Cromwell 23 Feb 1926. Waterside worker from Dunedin. Enlisted 13 Jun 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 to Sydney and continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 1 Jan 1953 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 22 Sep 1953. CTBA to Brit Com Leave Unit and TFRD to NZ Base HQ NZ Roll 17 Oct 1954. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 at Iwakuni, on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Discharged 18 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Served overseas one year 331 days. |
| BALLINGER, William Frank | 211256 | Captain | NZ Base HQ | NZAPC | 03/06/2053 | 28/02/2055 | Born Wellington 28 Mar 1916. WWII service in 29th Battalion. Embarked 28 Oct 1940 as Private (No.32458) in HQ 29 Bn which was part of the Fiji Garrison force. Truck driver from Wellington. RTNZ Aug 1941. Embarked secondly on 13 Sep 1941 bound for the Middle East to serve with 25 Bn through the Western Desert Campaign. RTNZ 3 Jan 1945. Civilian in Army Secretary's Branch Army HQ. Attested in rank of Captain 20 May 1953 for duty in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 3 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil flight to enter Japan 6 Jun 1953. Appointed Kayforce Paymaster and OC Pay & Records Section to replace Major Mallasch. Promoted Temporary Major 21 Jul 1953, promoted Major 21 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1953. Although stationed mainly in Japan he visited HQ 1 Comwel Div in Korea on several occasions. Relinquished appointment Paymaster and OC Pay & Records Section 7 Feb 1955. Handed over duties to Captain C.W. Pickering (q.v.). Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Feb 1955 and RTNZ via Sydney to deplane Christchurch 28 Feb 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Highly regarded by Brig J.T. Burrows for the work he did in Japan and Korea. Served in Korea one year 271 days. Posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, NZAPS, 27 Apr 1955. Posted to the Retired List 12 Feb 1959. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BANKS, Arthur Albert | 206132 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/2051 | Born Wellington 5 Jun 1932. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950 and embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea. Left NZ as a member of 162 Bty. Was disembarked at Manila, Philippines as he was only 18 years old and had not obtained parents written agreement for him to serve in Kayforce. RTNZ by Air and discharged on 5 Jan 1951. Not entitled to any medals. Was the only soul on Nom Roll No.1 of Pers returning to NZ. Died Lower Hutt, 19 Sep 1956. Buried Wellington–cemetery not yet identified. |
| BANKS, Leslie William | 12433 | Stores Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Owslebury, Hampshire, UK, 25 Jun 1916. Enlisted in Royal Navy, 29 Sep 1936 with Service No PMX53444. Served in HMS Victory and HMS St Vincent (shore station) then in HMS Barham, a 15-inch gun battleship until 4 Jan 1940. Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant on 14 Oct 1938. While in Barham was described as, “An intelligent youngster keen and quick to learn and use his new knowledge… and should develop into and really good supply rating.” Returned to HMS Victory before being posted to HMS Hyperion (destroyer). Survived being torpedoed by the Italian submarine Serpente in the Mediterranean on 22 Dec 1940. The mortally damaged Hyperion was sunk by HMS Ilex. Served in other stations such as HMS Sphynx and HMS Hornet (where he advanced to Stores Chief Petty Officer on 21 Dec 1946) but kept returning to Victory before being released from the RN on 15 Dec 1948 to join RNZN. Enlisted in the RNZN at Victoria Barracks, Portsmouth, on 3 Jan 1949 for three years with the option of discharge in UK or New Zealand. Granted rating of Stores Assistant for advancement to Stores Petty Officer. Drafted to Tutira on 1 Apr 1949 and was a crew member who brought the ship to NZ. He remained in her until 4 Dec 1950 and was one of the first two New Zealand frigates to serve in Korean waters. Tutira was involved in escorts and patrols and was a guard ship during the landings at Inchon on 15 Sep 1950. Also served in Philomel, Kiwi and Irirangi. Discharged from RNZN Jan 1959. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal (Jan 1952). Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. WWII medals unknown. Died Bucklands Beach, Auckland, 11 Dec 1993. |
| BANKS, Rawhiti Richard | 211037 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Tokanui 28 Aug 1928. Plate Layer for NZ Railways at Whanganui. Enlisted 10 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Trained as Field Lineman at Waiouru. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled on by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 23 Apr 1953 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Line NCO, C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt) 27 Jun 1953, Temporary Corporal 31 Dec 1954 and to Corporal 9 Jul 1954. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, posted to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 189 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BANNISTER, Bruce (Wai Horoi Brown) | 208791 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Motatau, Northland, on 28 Mar 1929. Came from Kawakawa. Labourer from Motatau. Enlisted 19 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 4 Sep 1952 and M/I to NZ RFU. Had a small number of misdemeanours. AWOL within three days of arriving in Japan. Attached FAP Brit Com Leave Centre Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to NZ Base HQ from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 15 Jun 1953 and posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in Roger (163) Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 May 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 23 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954, for RTNZ and discharge arriving on Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 22 Jun 1952. Total overseas service one year 297 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Aug 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.140 was sent to his given address a Pokere, Bay of Islands 25 Jan 1957. In 1990 he applied for an Army Rehab Loan but had to have his name changed. Due to family circumstances he enlisted in Kayforce as Bruce Bannister, but his real name was Wai Horoi Brown. He was well supported by a local JP and the Rev P.P. Livingston and ex Sergeant William Waiomio. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BANNISTER, John | 208844 | Craftsman | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 24/06/2053 | 02/11/2056 | Born Temuka 8 Aug 1920. Coal miner from Wallsend, West Coast. Was initially enlisted 2 Dec 1952 in 6th Reinforcements but illness meant he was unable to complete training and was TSFD to 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, Japan. Entered Japan 27 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment workshops 7 Jul 1953 but four days later on 11 Jun marched into 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD workshops. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 7 Jul 1954 and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC. Promoted Lance Corporal 15 Nov 1955. Was granted a 12 months extension of service in Korea from 27 Dec 1955. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon 15 May 1956. Reverted to Driver 9 Jul 1956. Emplaned 30 Oct 1956 at Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving NZ 2 Nov 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Feb 1957. He married Miss Tekiyo Wada on 1 Feb 1957 and brought her home to NZ. Served overseas 3 years 133 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 18 Oct 1998 aged 83 years. |
| BANTON, Neville Vincent Charles | 204120 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Dargaville 13 Sep 1927. Driver and lime spreader at Tangowahine, Northland. Enlisted 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to Composite Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Attached to HQ RASC 1 Comwel Div NCO School 8–28 Feb 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Jan 1953 and appointed storeman in that rank, then Lance Corporal 27 Apr 1953. Recognised as a good junior NCO. “Banton has proven himself a soldier capable of accepting responsibility, His bearing and devotion to duty have been exemplary.” Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953 via Australia. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Oct 1953. Served overseas one year 314 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARBARA, Abraham | 208947 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZAOC | 30/12/2053 | 02/05/2055 | Born Dunedin 15 Jun 1925. Had previous service in RNZAF as Aircraftman 2nd Class (No.452066) from 7 Jun 1945 to 4 Oct 1945 but was discharged as the war had ended. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Clerk in the Mail Room of the Chief Post Office, Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce on 28 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued journey to Japan by civil air. Entered Japan 2 Jan 1954. TSFD from RNZASC to RNZAOC on 9 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Attached FAP to Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot 6 Feb 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 7 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Mar 1954 and to Lance Corporal 12 Nov 1954. Granted 14 days annual leave, to be taken in Australia on the return journey to NZ. Emplaned 12 Apr 1955 at Iwakuni on Qantas flight to Sydney. Continued to NZ after leave and deplaned Harewood, Christchurch 2 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 29 May 1955. Served overseas one year 124 days. Died Christchurch 25 May 1972, aged 47 years. |
| BARBER, Anthony Banks | 14369 | Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wallasby, Cheshire, UK, 24 Aug 1921. Employed as a general labourer before he entered the Royal Navy as a Stoker 2nd Class on 12 Dec 1940. After service in the shore stations HMS Victory, HMS Northney (Landing Craft Training Base), HMS Quebec (Combined Operations Training at Inverary, Scotland) where he advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 24 Sep 1941 and HMS Copra (a Combined Operations Pay and Personnel records station–The use of HMS Copra on grave head stones, in pay books and other service records confirms that the men concerned were in the Royal Navy and assigned to Combined Operations, but the ships were mostly not shown). Drafted 1 Nov 1944 to HMS Alnwich Castle (Castle-class corvette) which was commanded from HMS Spartiate and HMS Orlando (HQ Flag Officer Clyde.) Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker 22 Jan 1945. Drafted 8 Aug 1945 to HMS Touncer, a lend-lease escort carrier until 14 Jan 1946. Served in Drake and Victory and advanced Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Jul 1947 and to Mechanic 2nd Class on 1 Jan 1948. Also served in HMS Liverpool (light cruiser), HMS Adamant a submarine depot ship and HMS Duchess (destroyer). Released from the RN 8 Jan 1953. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori 9 Jan 1953 as an Engineer Mechanic 3rd Class and advanced to Engineer Mechanic 1st Class on the following two-days. In Philomel 31 Jan–9 Aug 1953. Drafted to Bellona 10 Aug 1953 which was placed in the Reserve Fleet. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954–13 Nov 1955 during which time the ship served in Malaysian and Korean waters. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal and Gratuity 27 Jan 1956. On RTNZ drafted to Black Prince 14 Nov 1955–7 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. In Philomel 22 Sep 1958–1 Jun 1959. Drafted to Stawell 2 Jun 1959 and advanced to Acting Chief Mechanic 15 May 1959. In Philomel briefly and was drafted to Rotoiti 16 Nov 1959–17 Jul 1961. Advanced to Chief Mechanic 8 Jun 1960. His final years of service were in Philomel and Tamaki. Discharged to RA 8 Jan 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BARBER, Ronald Peter (Ron or Ali) | 13363 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Wellington 4 Jul 1934. Went to Seatoun school until Standard Six (Form 2 or Year 8). Employed as a messenger boy for Magnus Motors Wellington before he entered the RNZN on 15 May 1950 as Seaman Boy. After initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Bellona 8 May–17 Aug 1951. Served in Kaniere for three months and was then drafted to Bellona 10 Nov 1951. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 11 Jan 5. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter 22 Feb–28 May 1953 to attend courses. On RTNZ served in Philomel until drafted to Hawea 5 Oct 1953. Advanced to Able Seaman backdated to 4 Apr 1953. Was in Philomel from 1 Apr 1954 to 23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955–13 Aug 1956. During this time, he left NZ about 28 Apr 1955 to serve in Korean waters with the Royal Navy's Far Eastern Fleet as part of the Commonwealth Far East Strategic Reserve. RTNZ about 19 Apr 1956 but remained in Pukaki until drafted to Tamaki 13 Oct 1956. In the period up until Jan 1961 he served in Lachlan, Kaniere, Philomel, Kaniere again and Irirangi. Sent to Britain Feb 1961 as a crewman for Taranaki. Drafted to Taranaki 28 Mar 1961 and was one of those who brought the ship to NZ with its first port of call being New Plymouth. Later served in Otago, Irirangi advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) and to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Dec 1966 but reverted to Leading Seaman in Dec 1967 when serving in Blackpool. He later served in Kiama and Otago again. Also served in Malaysian waters while in Otago. Discharged to RA at his own request having completed 24 years’ service on 10 Oct 1974. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. Died Westport 21 Feb 2017 aged 82 years. |
| BARBOUR, Francis Rheudolph | 818784 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company / RNZAMC | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 17/02/2054 | Born Christchurch 7 Jul 1930. Brewer at privately owned family hotel at Akaroa. Enlisted 9 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and on Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, Japan. Entered Japan 27 Jun 1953. Entered Korea and was initially posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, RNZASC 13 Jul 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZASC to RNZAMC 29 Oct 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll. Travelled by rail from NZ area in Korea to Pusan? and then sea to Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ for compassionate reasons. Travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to Wellington deplaning from Teal flight 17 Feb 1954. Served overseas 239 days. SOS Kayforce 20 Mar 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Died Invercargill, 5 Sep 1973. Buried Wyndham cemetery, Southland. |
| BARCLAY, William Bruce | 208845 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Gore 9 Nov 1927. Labourer. Enlisted at Invercargill in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 30 Apr 1954. Also served in Divisional HQ Transport Platoon and was then posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy. RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings arriving at Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 243 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Feb 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Gore, 11 Feb 2007 aged 79 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BARKER, Alan | 11471 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, on 16 May 1927. He was a shearing contractor. Entered the RNZN on six-year contract from 8 May 1947 as a Stoker 2nd Class. Served in Tamaki and Philomel then drafted to Bellona as Stoker Petty Officer 15 Oct 1947–30 Jan 1948 for his first sea service. Served again in Tamaki and Philomel and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 8 Feb 1948. Returned to Bellona 6 Jul 1949–31 Jan 1950. Served in Hawea 6 May 1950–28 Feb 1951 and again in Bellona 3 Oct 1951–3 Jan 1952. Drafted to Rotoiti on 5 Jan 1952 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. TSFD to Taupo on 26 May 1952 and RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Served in Philomel 22 Oct 1952–7 May 1953. DEE 7 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARKER, Alan Robert | 13721 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Alderney, Channel Islands, 24 Sep 1931. Previous service from 28 Apr 1949 in the Royal Navy with Service No P/SKK874994. Served in HMS Royal Arthur, HMS Raleigh and HMS Victory before being drafted on 20 Oct 1949 to HMS Maidstone a submarine depot ship. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 Mar 1950. He left HMS Maidstone on Free Discharge from RN on 19 Sep 1951 to Join RNZN. Enlisted in the RNZN on 20 Sep 1951. Served as a Stoker Mechanic in Hawea 1952–53. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in RNZN cruisers Bellona, Black Prince and Royalist. Was serving in Royalist on its delivery voyage from the UK and was involved in the Suez crisis. Discharged BNPS 3 Apr 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living at Waiuku, Auckland, in 2006. |
| BARKER, Colin Leslie (Alias WRAY) | 11605 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland 21 Jul 1928. Farmhand from Wellsford before entry into RNZN. Enlisted as Stoker in RNZN 9 Oct 1947. First sea service in Bellona. Promoted Stoker Mechanic while in Bellona. Served in Lachlan 31 Mar 1951–13 Mar 1952. Drafted to Hawea 17 Jun 1952. Left in hospital with influenza in Hong Kong when the ship sailed. Re-joined the ship about a month later. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. DEE 16 Oct 1953. Died Papakura, 9 Sep 1999. Entitled to Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| BARKER, Keith Lorden | 2101 | Acting Petty Officer | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Christchurch 3 Jan 1925. Warehouse assistant before he enlisted in the RNZN 23 Oct 1940 as Boy 2nd Class in Philomel. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 25 Apr 1941. Drafted to Achilles 15 May 1941 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 3 Jan 1943. During his time in Achilles he saw service escorting convoys, searching for German raiders and was at Guadalcanal when a Japanese bomb-damaged Achilles ‘X’ turret on 5 Jan 1943 which caused the ship to sail to the UK for repairs. While in the UK Keith underwent further training in the shore stations HMS Nimrod, Osprey and Drake. Drafted to HMS Tenacious (destroyer) 12 Oct 1943 and served in the Atlantic then in the Mediterranean and the Adriatic based at HMS St Angelo (Malta). Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 11 Oct 1944. Returned to Plymouth and then came back to NZ 13 Apr 1945 as Leading Seaman (Permanent). In Philomel 14 Apr 1945–2 Jun 1946. Drafted to Achilles 3 Jul–30 Sep 1946 and was a crewman when that ship was returned to the Royal Navy. Spent more time in HMS Vernon (RN Torpedo School), Osprey and Drake. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 1 Jul 1947. RTNZ and was in Philomel 18 Jul 1947–24 Mar 1948. Advanced to Petty Officer 1 Jul 1948. Once again was sent to the UK and was at HMS Vernon 28 Jun 1949–26 Jan 1950 in HMS Battleaxe (destroyer) and in HMS Solebay (destroyer) reverted to Leading Seaman while in HMS Solebay. At HMS Vernon 18 Aug 1950–20 Apr 1952. Was back in Philomel 21 Apr–25 Jul 1951. Drafted to Taupo 26 Jul 1951 and sailed from Auckland to Korea 29 Aug 1951. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 25 Aug 1951 and to Petty Officer 25 Aug 1952. RTNZ 22 Oct 1952. Later served in Black Prince 2 May–20 Sep 1955. DEE 19 Nov 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Italy Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARKER, Patrick Hartley | 2739 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born 25 Sep 1925. Enlisted in RNZN 16 May 1941 as Seaman Boy 2nd Class and served during WWII until 31 Mar 1946. Served in HMS Achilles and then HMNZS Gambia. Was on board when Gambia was employed in the Atlantic on anti-blockade runner duties. At the end of Jan 1944 she sailed to join the 4th cruiser squadron at Trincomalee, Ceylon. Was a member of the crew that brought Bellona back to NZ in late 1946. Served in most ships in the RNZN during his service. Also served in Korean and Malayan waters during the Emergency. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953–22 Feb 1955. Also served in Royalist 2 Apr 1957–6 Jan 1958 during the second commissioning and visited Korea for a second time. Discharged to RA as Chief Petty Officer 25 Sep 1968 having reached retiring age. Awarded British Empire Medal, Died Auckland, 14 Feb 1983, cremated at Waikumete. Details of medals awarded include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star (‘Burma’ clasp), War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BARKER, Reginald Allan (Reg) | 12369 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hamilton 28 Oct 1932. Enlisted 8 Jul 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. After completing initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona where he served for six months. He was then drafted to Taupo on 24 Jan 1950 and saw brief service in the Mediterranean as an Ordinary Seaman. He remained with this ship and was rated as an Able Seaman when it sailed for Korean service on 29 Aug 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Also served on the east coast shooting at rail bridges and tunnels and was involved in an action close to Yang Do Island which was close to North Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He later attended a four-month long course at HMAS Rushcutter and was drafted to Philomel 19 Nov 1954–29 Jan 1955. He next served in Hawea from 26 Jan 1955 to 14 Apr 1955. Advanced to Leading Seaman 8 Mar 1955. DEE 27 Oct 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Hamilton 2002. |
| BARKER, Russell Frank | 644053 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 17/06/2053 | 02/06/2055 | Born Napier 2 Nov 1931. Early CMT trainee. Previous service in 2 Armoured Regt RNZAC as TF serviceman. Enlisted 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 17 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Carried on by civil flight and entered Japan 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a Driver. Russ Barker was a keen sportsman. Marched out of 10 Tpt Coy 8 Aug 1953 and was attached to NZ Base HQ Japan for Cricket Tour. Returned to unit 24 Aug 1953. (Four-day journey from 10 Tpt Coy to Japan and same on return to unit.) A month later was back at NZ Base HQ for more cricket. Received fractured nose in football injury. In Japan as a member of British Commonwealth Forces Korea Rugby Team tour 25 Mar–4 Apr 1955. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight from Iwakuni to Australia. Arrived Auckland 2 Jun 1955 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Aug 1955 and posted back to his former TF unit. Completed one year 351 days overseas service. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARKER, Trevor William | 12457 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 19 Jul 1930. Enlisted in RNZN 30 Sep 1948. Like many others of his era his first sea service was in Bellona. Served in Tutira and Lachlan then attended a course at HMAS Rushcutter 26 Apr–12 Oct 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 2 Dec 1951 on second deployment. Served mainly in the west coast of Korea. DEE 29 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Wellington, 22 Aug 1985, buried Makara cemetery. |
| BARNARD, Dennis Rawson | 14421 | Leading Mechanic (Engineering) | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 02/03/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Barnsley, Yorkshire, UK, 15 Jan 1928. Entered the Royal Navy as Stoker 2nd Class on 8 Aug 1945 with Service No P/KX 761416. Underwent training in HMS Royal Arthur and Duke and was drafted to HMS Imperieuse (a training school which had two old battleships) 26 Sep–10 Dec 1945. In HMS Berwick (heavy cruiser) 6 Feb 1946, advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 8 Jul 1946 and to Stoker Mechanic 2 May 1947. Also served in HMS Linnet (minesweeper) and HMS Redpole, by the time he joined the ship it had been converted to a navigational training ship. Released from the RN 12 Feb 1948. Re-entered the RN as Stoker Mechanic 12 May 1948 and served in HMS Stevenstone (destroyer) then HMS Barrosa (destroyer) 29 Mar 1949–26 Jun 1950 followed by HMS Boxer an LST converted to a radar training vessel. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 23 Nov 1950. Drafted to HMS Mauritius (light cruiser) 29 Mar–23 Nov 1951 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 23 Nov 1951. Next served in HMS Kenya (light cruiser) 24 Nov 1951–9 Jun 1953. Released to Reserve 24 Jul 1953. Entered RNZN at Maori on 21 Sep 1953 as Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic the next day. Served in Philomel then drafted to Hawea 7 Dec 1953–19 Sep 1954. Served in Kiwi 17 Jan 1955 to 5 Jan 1956. Advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 6 Jan 1956 and sail from Auckland to SE Asia to serve with the British Eastern Fleet. Kaniere RTNZ 8 May 1957 but Leading Mechanician (Engineering) Barnard remained with his ship. In Philomel 5 Feb 1958 until DEE 20 Sep 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BARNARD, Desmond Barry | 204452 | Craftsman | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZEME | 28/07/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Auckland 4 Jun 1930. Enlisted as Kayforce Replacement during Oct 1951. Recovery Mechanic. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, to Iwakuni. Left NZ as a Gunner, Vehicle Mechanic (16 Fd Regt HQ) and TSFD to RNZEME after spending some months with the Light Aid Detachment (LAD) filling in for an injured Scammel driver. Also posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) LAD and then to 28 Fd Engr Regt RHQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ by Qantas flight via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney to deplane Auckland 31 Mar 1954. SOS Kayforce 21 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Welcome Bay, Tauranga 2004. He wrote a poem in 1952 called Barry’s Lament. Published in K Force Despatches, May 2004. Died Tauranga 21 Apr 2022 aged 90 years. |
| BARNES, Alister Rex | 11383 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Invercargill 11 Aug 1927. Employed at the New Zealand Paper Mills Ltd, Mataura. Enlisted in the RNZN 6 Feb 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training in Tamaki he served in Bellona from 29 Oct 1947 to 23 Sep 1948. Promoted Able Seaman on 6 Feb 1948. Drafted to Hawea for about six months in 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 21 Sep 1949 to 23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 and served in Korean waters on patrols and escort duties mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. DEE on 5 Feb 1953 Engagement Expired. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Ngaruawahia in 1996. Died Ngaruawahia 28 Sep 2007. |
| BARNES, Edward Charles Frederick | 13751 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2056 | 04/07/2057 | Born Edmonton, Middlesex, UK, 16 Feb 1920. Enlisted in the Royal Navy and given the Service No C/JX 147854. It is uncertain when he joined the RN, but it is quite probable that he entered the RN somewhere between 1936 and 1938. He served during the Second World War, but his ships and locations are not known. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal. After the war he also served in the eastern Mediterranean during the troubled times in Israel and thereby gained the NGS Medal with clasp ‘Palestine’. These were replaced in Sep 1953, but NZ could not replace the Naval GSM clasp ‘Palestine’ until later. Discharged from the RN on 24 Jan 1952. Enlisted in the RNZN 25 Jan 1952 as an Able Seaman and advanced to Petty Officer on succeeding days. On arrival in NZ he was drafted to Philomel 6 Feb 1952 to 28 Jun 1954. This was followed by service in Tamaki 29 Jun 1954 and remained there until 31 Mar 1957, He advanced to Chief Petty Officer 1 Jul 1956. His first sea posting in the RNZN was to Royalist and served in the Second Commission of that ship in Japanese, Korean and Malaysian waters May 1956 to Jul 1957. This service allowed him to later qualify for the NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and the NZDSM. It is not known if he received these medals. In Apr 1960 Chief Petty Officer Barnes was sent to the UK as part of the crew to work up and bring Otago back to New Zealand. He remained with that ship until Apr 1961. Awarded British Empire Medal in QB Hons 1961. Discharged to RA 24 Jan 1962. |
| BARNES, George Hassell | 208191 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 07/05/2054 | Born Christchurch 7 Apr 1928. Farm labourer and tractor driver from Bryndwr, Christchurch. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951 then travelled by three-day boat trip Pusan. Embarked Sasebo 5 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 8 Sep 1951 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Discharged Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 Nov 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. RTNZ on furlough 4 Feb 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to return to Korea. Re-entered Japan 14 Mar 1953 and posted to NZ Reinforcements Training Unit before re-entering Korea and returning to 10 Tpt Coy. Embarked on SS Taiyuan at Kure, Japan for RTNZ on SS Taiyuan on 5 Jun 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Sep 1954. Served overseas two years 274 days. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Rolleston 13 Aug 2005 aged 77 years. Buried Springston Cemetery. |
| BARNES, James Arthur | 593031 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Whanganui 16 Sep 1933. Truck Driver from Whanganui. Enlisted on 11 Oct 1955 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last). Flew to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, Hiro, Japan. Travelled to Inchon by ship. Entered Japan 13 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956. Entered Korea 23 Jan 1956. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon. Made some discipline errors while in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 and RTNZ by air arriving Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Discharged 30 Sep 1957 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 214 days. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Lived in Rotorua circa 2006. Died Waihi on 24 Oct 2011 aged 78 years. |
| BARNETT, Horace Leslie | 535002 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 09/04/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Nelson 5 Jan 1932. Motor mechanic at the Rotorua Fire Brigade. CMT Trainee and serving TF soldier in 1 Bn Hauraki Regt on enlistment in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and completed journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 and entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment the same day as Craftsman Houston. Undertook further study for Second Qualification Motor Mechanics Exam while in Korea. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney to Auckland. Discharged 12 Jan 1955 and posted to his old TF unit. Served overseas one year 229 days. RTNZ and to Forestry Research Unit Rotorua on arrival back in NZ. Died Christchurch 23 Nov 2012 aged 80 years. |
| BARNETT, John Trevor | 535002 | Signalman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Palmerston North 31 Jul 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 12 Jul 1947. Served as Signalman Boy in HMNZS Bellona and was promoted to Ordinary Signalman then Signalman. Served in Rotoiti 6 Oct 1950 to 23 Nov 1951. Served mainly on patrols and escorts on the west coast of Korea. Rotoiti also conducted shore bombardments and landed two raiding parties the latter one resulting in the only RNZN fatal combat casualty. Later served in Hawea 9 Jul 1952 to 1 Nov 1953 in Korean waters. He was promoted to Leading Signaller 1 Feb 1953. Returned to HMNZS Bellona in Mar 1954. Discharged from RNZN Aug 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| BARR, Arnold William | 206754 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 11/03/2054 | Born Christchurch on 21 Mar 1928. Served in the RNZAF for two years as a Leading Aircraftman. Discharged at own request. Driver NZ Railway Road Services, Lower Hutt. RNZAF service. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air but plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Japan 4 Jun 1952 and travelled on a three-day boat trip to Pusan. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O from 16 Fd Regt 10 Dec 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 14 Dec 1953 from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll. Embarked on SS Taiyuan at Kobe, Japan on 18 Feb 1954 for return to Sydney. Continued the journey from Sydney to Auckland on Teal flight arriving 11 Mar 1954. Total overseas service one year 285 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 May 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.149 was sent on 25 Jan 1957 to his given address in Lower Hutt. Died Upper Hutt, 2 Oct 1998 aged 70 years. |
| BARR, Baydon Kelvin (Craftsman) | 203468 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 08/09/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Wellington 2 Jun 1928. Came from Takapuna. Serving TF soldier. Motor parts salesman. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 8 Sep 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by air, possibly by Qantas, via Port Moresby, New Guinea and Guam, deplaning Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment workshops on arrival in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, Australia and deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, KWSM 1950-1957. Living at Whangaparaoa in 2004. |
| BARRATT, Davis Erskine Charles | 13932 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born UK? on 5 May 1927. Previous service in the Royal Navy. Loaned to RNZN (with the Service No 13932) from 12 Jul 1951 and was appointed on 28 Apr 1952 to Hawea sailing from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952. Was in the ship near Paengyong Do when it was attacked by shore batteries and as Hawea only had one 4-inch gun facing forward could not return the fire as it was rapidly withdrawing. RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953. Returned to Royal Navy in Dec 1953. Served in the Royal Navy the last six years of which were at HMS Centurion where he was involved in personnel administration. Enlisted in RNZN in Jan 1978 with the Service No U22926 until 11 Feb 1981 when he was employed part time as Museum Officer, Philomel. Discharged as Lieutenant Commander 6 May 1987 having reached the age of 60 years. Appointed MBE while in RN service. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Auckland, 26 Aug 2003. |
| BARRETT, Alan Gerald | 206304 | Corporal | Wksp Section NZ Base | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Wellington on 10 Jan 1927. Embarked 15 Jul 1947 for service in BCOF (No.664620) as a Corporal in RNZEME attached to Headquarters at Chofu. RTNZ 5 Oct 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 12 Nov 1948. Motor Mechanic at Dannevirke before he enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Corporal at Waiouru. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan. Posted to NZ Base HQ Kayforce. Promoted Corporal 28 Jan 1951 and noted, “…as a very reliable NCO and efficient tradesman.” Promoted Temporary Sergeant 13 Mar 1951 while holding appointment of 2i/c Workshop Section. TOD to 16 Fd Regt Apr 1951. TOD to NZ Base, Kure, Japan for 10 days in May 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 27 Jul 1951. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Jan 1952 while holding appointment of Armament Artificer at 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 1 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 14 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Total service in Korea one year 188 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.151 was sent on 25 Jan 1957 to an address in Dannevirke. Awarded NZOSM, NZ service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Whanganui 3 Sep 2014 aged 87 years. His wife applied on his behalf for his later awards. |
| BARRETT, Gordon Joseph | 208804 | Driver | 10 Tpt Company Wksp | RNZASC | 18/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Timaru 7 Nov 1928. Was a Service Car driver for Ministry of Works mainly stationed at Tekapo. His last NZ address was Ashburton. Attested in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 9 Oct 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 18 Mar 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Then by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, Workshop 26 Mar 1953 and entered Korea 27 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 6 Jul 1953, Lance Corporal 6 Oct 1953, Temporary Corporal 1 Dec 1953 and appointed to a Sergeant appointment and was promoted Temporary Sergeant 5 Jan 1954. Played rugby for NZ Army Team in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ by air, in the rank of Sergeant and deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Dec 1954. On 1 Oct 1957 he enlisted in the Territorial Force and was posted to B Coy, 1 Bn Canterbury Regiment as a Corporal, Temporary Sergeant. Discharged 9 May 1958 at his own request. Died Christchurch 17 Feb 1995. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARRETT, John Russell | 208466 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 03/05/2052 | 17/10/2053 | Born Christchurch 20 Sep 1928. Served in the Army in BCOF Japan (No.659321, Signalman, RNZ Sigs) Embarked for Japan 15 Jul 1947. Served in NZ Signal Company. RTNZ 16 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 20 Sep 1948. Also served in Merchant Navy. Radio mechanic from Christchurch. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce replacement draft. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on Teal flight 6 (Aotearoa) for Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 18–25 Oct 1952 and posted to unit then attached FAP 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 26 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 10 Oct 1953 but was granted 14 days leave in Australia. RTNZ 17 Oct 1953. Served overseas one-year 168 days. Compassionate discharge from Kayforce 8 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZSM 1946–49. Died Christchurch, 30 Jun 1979 aged 51 years, cremated Bromley, buried Ruru Cemetery. |
| BARRETT, Robert Earl | 206027 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Wellington 16 May 1926. Enlisted in 2nd Relief Jayforce 5 Mar 1947. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 for Japan. Entered Japan 2 Aug 1947. Served in 5 Engineer Company and was attached to 2 Battalion, NZ Infantry (Sapper, No.816723). Changed Corps to NZ Infantry 26 Jan 1948 and was posted to 2 NZ Battalion. Embarked HMT Duntroon Japan 7 Sep 1947 for RTNZ, disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948 and was discharged 11 Nov 1948. Served overseas in Jayforce one year 83 days. Linesman employed by Manawatu Orua Electric Power Board. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served with 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 30 Oct 1951 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Discharged from hospital and posted to NZRTU 22 Nov 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ (Tokyo) 21 Dec 1951. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 12–23 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on furlough arriving on a Teal flight at Auckland 16 Aug 1952. Decided not to return to Korea and requested his discharge. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Dec 1952. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Service overseas during Korean War one year 251 days. Lost his original pair of Korea medals when moving to a new house which were replaced at cost. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.154 was sent to his given address in Feilding on 25 Jan 1957. Died Fielding 19 Apr 2012 aged 83 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BARRETT, Robert Guthrie (Bert) | 208702 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Roxburgh 19 Jun 1927. Came from Akaroa, Banks Peninsula. Attested 10 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 30 Aug 1952 on flight to Sydney then by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 2 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty, F Troop as a gun crew member. Battery was involved in some heavy firing when first arrived in Korea. Served in UN Honour Guard at Seoul for six weeks. Played rugby in Japan for NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Harewood 22 Jun 1954. Discharged 26 Aug 1954. Living near Kaituna Valley (near Akaroa) in 1996–2004. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| BARRETT, William John Norton (Bill) | 458839 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/07/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Melbourne, Australia 29 Jun 1921. Former TF soldier before joining Kayforce. Enlisted Jan 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcement. Emplaned Auckland 20 Jul 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas aircraft to Port Moresby, Manila and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 Jul 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in Duckbill Valley about 12km south of the front line. Later moved to Gloster Valley nearby to new facilities close to Inchon but kept up with a busy schedule. Played in NZASC Rugby team against 16 Fd Regt Rugby Team. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ by air via Manila, Darwin and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 24 May 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Served in 4 Medium Regt, RNZA and later 4 Medium Battery (5.5-inch Guns) RNZA until 1964 and rose to rank of Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Attended Korean Armistice Day celebrations in Korea with the Prime Minister's party in 2003. Living in Omokoroa, 2004. Died Tauranga, 11 Mar 2008 aged 87 years. |
| BARROW, Robert Banwell (Bob) | 203959 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 25/05/2054 | Born Auckland 4 Aug 1929. Came from Westmere, Auckland. Employed as a miner in the Martha Gold Mine, Waihi. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements 15 Jun 1951. His training for Korea was conducted at Waiouru and at the Army Schools, Trentham Camp. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan to disembark Kure 29 Jul 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 16 Aug 1951 and disembarked Korea the same day. Served as a gun number, C Troop, 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt mainly on the south side of the Imjin river. On 9 Jan 1953 the British Commonwealth Forward Ordnance Laundry at Seoul was destroyed by Fire.… Gnr Barrow distinguished himself with others who were instrumental in saving valuable equipment and records. Awarded Commanders Commendation. Although his file does not mention an attachment to the Ordnance Laundry it is quite apparent that he was employed there for a short time. On 12 Apr 1953 he extended his engagement for 12 months and took his furlough at the termination of his first 128 months service. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 May 1954. M/I NZ Base HQ 10 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 Mar 1954. Deplaned Auckland 25 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 346 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged 25 Aug 1954. Died Mt Wellington, Auckland, 9 Mar 2010 aged 79 years. |
| BARROWCLOUGH, Alan Ogilvy | 205319 | 2nd Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 29/07/2052 | Born Dunedin 8 Sep 1926. Civil engineer with the Ministry of Works, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Attended Kayforce Officer Cadet Training Unit at Trentham. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Promoted 2nd Lieutenant while at sea between NZ and Korea and appointed Troop Leader. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Lieutenant 13 Feb 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Deplaned Auckland 29 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List 22 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. May have then joined Regular Force. Later a consulting Engineer. Died Auckland, 2 Sep 1987 aged 60 years. Cremated Purewa Crematorium. |
| BARROWS, Paul Victor | 206434 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/11/2051 | Born Wellington 15 Feb 1930. Motor Mechanic at Farm Products Wellington. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951 then travelled by three-day boat trip Pusan. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Admitted to 8055 MASH 16 Oct 1951. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 6 Nov 1951 for RTNZ as walking medical case. Emplaned on Skymaster aircraft at Iwakuni 12 Nov 1951 for travel to Australia via Rept Gen Hosp, Concord, Sydney. Then travelled to Auckland on Wanganella arriving 20 Nov 1951. Had a serious head injury before enlistment. Served overseas 111 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Dec 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 111 days. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARRY, Francis Edmond (Frank) | 204297 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 03/05/2052 | 11/04/2053 | Born Featherston 17 Nov 1929. Carpenter for Tauranga Hospital Board. Enlisted 11Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement draft. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952 and posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Driver Barry was involved in an accident between his vehicle, a 4x4 ¼ ton Jeep and a 3-ton QL Bedford truck driven by Driver Little of C Platoon 57 Tpt Coy, RASC. It appears as though Driver Barry lost control of his vehicle owing to lack of judgement or excessive speed. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 19 Oct 1952 reported seriously ill when TSFD to 8055 MASH, concussion and crushed knee received in this vehicle accident. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Apr 1953 medically evacuated to New Zealand via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 11 Apr 1953 from Teal flight. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Apr 1954. Served overseas 344 days. President of Auckland Branch NZ KVA circa 1974–81. He was the prime mover in the introduction of the Kapyong Bursary to the NZKVA members in Auckland to help provide education for selected Kapyong school pupils. Died Auckland 13 Jul 2000. Medals offered in Military Memorabilia Catalogue Apr 2000. Medals in private collection in Wellington Jul 2000. Thought to have been the second leader of the NZ Korea Veterans Association 1974–78. |
| BARRY, Harold William | 206855 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Papatoetoe 3 Jul 1926. Drover for Dalgety & Co at Wairoa. Came from Papatoetoe. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington. Entered Japan 31 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Served in HQ 16 Fd Regt. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 29 Sep 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 13 Nov–21 Dec 1953. AWOL for nearly two days. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 7 Feb 1954 Discharged and TSFD to the NZ Roll 22 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 17 Apr 1954 from Teal flight es Sydney. Served one year 266 days overseas. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Bay of Plenty Representative for NZKVA 2004. Living Tauranga 2004. Died Te Puke, 7 Sep 2005 aged 76 years. |
| BARRY, John Roland | 206844 | 2nd Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 01/01/2053 | Born Christchurch 24 Oct 1920. Self-employed journalist. Previous service in Territorial Force in Wellington West Coast Regt and also in Hawkes Bay Regt. Three and a half years as NCO and one and a half years commissioned TF officer. TSFD to 2 NZEF 1941 (Service No 48418). Embarked 7 Oct 1942 on 1st flight to ‘N’ Force. Served overseas in the Pacific Section for 13 months. RTNZ and TSFD to RNZAF on 9 Sep 1943 in the rank of Pilot Officer. Posted to RNZAF Station Masterton 10 Sep 1943 before proceeding to Canada for training as pilot but as war ended he was RTNZ. Trained on Tiger Moth, Harvard and Cessna aircraft. TSFD from RNZAF back to the Army 11 Jul 1945 because there were no vacancies for partially trained Air Force officers. Served overseas with RNZAF 158 days. Relinquished wartime commission 11 Jul 1945. Appointed to Kayforce, 5 Feb 1952, Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952. Served in 161 Bty as Gun Position Officer. Promoted Lieutenant, 1 Apr 1952. Attended six weeks course at CATC, Hiro, Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Dec 1952 and deplaned NZ 1 Jan 1953. SOS Kayforce and discharged 28 Jan 1953. Resigned his commission 28 Jan 1953. Served overseas in Korea 246 days. Awarded Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Inglewood, Taranaki, 6 Sep 1965 aged 45 years. |
| BARTHOLOMEW, Clifford Stuart | 206435 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Born Levin 29 Jul 1920. Self-employed contractor. Served in Home Service units in NZ during WWII. Firstly in Wellington (City Of Wellington's Own) Regt then TSFD to 6th Manawatu Mounted Rifles (Service No 2/114/852). He also served in the Porowhahao Home Guard in Levin area. Initial Service No 2/1/116 then 2/114/852. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 5 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 8 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 24–27 Jan 1952. Admitted 26 ADS 4 Sep 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged 24 Sep and remains on X(ii) List. M/O to NZRTU 16 Oct 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Oct 1952. M/O 12 Jan 1953 to attend six-week British Army Cooking Course at Mandora Camp, Hiro, Japan from 12 Jan to 20 Feb 1953. Returned to unit at end of course. Returned to Mandora Camp, Hiro, for further cooking course from 10 Jun 1953. SOS Kayforce and discharged in Japan, 13 Dec 1953 to enlist in the Canadian Army. Served overseas two years 134 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attested in Canadian Army 14 Dec 1953. Requested ln 1955 that his medals be sent to him at 5 Transport Company, Camp Borden, Ontario, Canada. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BARTLETT, Arthur Graham Carr | 203769 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Auckland 10 Aug 1927. Was a school cadet at the Otahuhu Technical High School. Carpenter employed by his father Mr A.E. Bartlett, Whangarei. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 SS Ormonde and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and employed as a Driver in 161 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Knew the heat and dust of summer and the bitter cold of winter and the heavy firing as the battery responded to requests for fire support. Reported to the RAP in Apr 1951 suffering from concussional deafness. His hearing was affected from the noise of the guns and he was removed from the gun position because of his deafness. Always made light of his disability. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Sep 1952. Died Royal Oak, Auckland, 26 Jun 2001 aged 72 years. |
| BARTLETT, Charles Adam (Charlie) | 204121 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Hastings on 1 Dec 1929. Labourer for Public Works Department at Katikati and enlisted at Paeroa in Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked at Sasebo for sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted as driver to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Had several problems adhering to Military Law and received punishments of detention, CB and fines. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned at Wellington 24 Jun. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 22 Aug 1953. Served overseas one year 328 days. Joined Regular Force May 1959 in NZ Regt. Discharged SNLR, 30 Jan 1961. |
| BARTLETT, James Lindsay | 459674 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 29/12/2056 | Born Waimate on 16 Dec 1930. Truck driver for Randolph Wood Supply, Christchurch. Former TF soldier (6th Intake CMT) in Wellington West Coast Regt then TSFD to Canterbury Regt. Enlisted in Kayforce on 11 Aug 1953. Most of his training was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni Japan, 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 12 Jan 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 31 May 1954. Attached to 10 Tpt Coy to complete a five-day Driving & Maintenance Course in Jun 1954. Posted to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 12 Jan 1955. Promoted Lance Bombardier 24 Jan 1955. Granted 12-month extension to his service in Korea 2 Jul 1955. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 22 Nov 1955 as clerk in Brit Com Disposals Unit. On TOD to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo 23–29 Apr 1956. Embarked Kobe, Japan, 23 Nov 1956 for return to Sydney via Hong Kong, Townsville and Brisbane. Completed RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaning at Auckland. Served overseas three years one day. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Apr 1957. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BARTLETT, William Andrew | 208703 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 13/05/2053 | Born Tapanui on 20 Apr 1929. Farmer for Wright Stephenson Co at Lawrence. Enlisted 5 Mar 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, Australia, then flew Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and Japan and landed at Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but not known what Battery or how employed in Regt. Accidentally injured on 25 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 13 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Apr 1954. Served overseas 264 days. Returned to Christchurch. Admitted to hospital in Dunedin upon his return–relapse of malaria. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died 30 Aug 2001 aged 71 years. |
| BARTON, Charles Henry (Charlie) | 206436 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Wellington 25 Jun 1929. Came from Levin. Sheet metal worker at Palmerston North. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy on entry to Korea 8 Sep 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 28 Jan 1953 and was discharged from 26 Fd Amb 7 Feb 1953. Involved in a variety of transport tasks including rations and troop transport. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 3 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight from Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1953. Served overseas for one year 300 days. Died Levin 11 Oct 2017 aged 88 years. |
| BARTON, Kenny | 969746 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 21/05/2056 | Born Bluff 23 Apr 1933. Understood he was on Stewart Island during WWII and was a Home guard messenger boy, he had the only bike on the island and would only let the Home Guard use it if he got to ride it! Carpenter from Invercargill. Attested 11 Oct 1955 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings. Entered Korea 22 Jan 1956 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Driver. At Kure, Japan 12 May 1956. Granted 14 days leave (20 Jun to 3 Jul 1956) in Australia on return journey to NZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 9 Jul 1956. Served overseas one year 159 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jul 1956 and posted to TF unit. Joined Regular Force. Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook and disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957 and marched into Nee Soon Camp. Served as Private, D Coy, 1 NZ Regt. RTNZ on TSS Captain Cook disembarking at Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Employed as Area 12 Driver. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 30 Jun 1960, then Lance Corporal 17 Jan 1961. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ issued on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ and PJM. Discharged from Army 31 Jul 1962. Living Invercargill area circa 2005. Revisited Korea 10–20 Apr 2010. |
| BARTON, Leonard | 457402 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Taupiri, Waikato, on 27 Jan 1932. Farm labourer at Te Mata. Served in 2nd Intake of CMT. Previous service in TF from Jan 1951 firstly in Hauraki Regt then as a Gun Number in 4 Field Regiment. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as Gun Number. Above average ability and a good rifle shot and good team member. Reliable worker. M/O to NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 3) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year five days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce, 7 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Served overseas one year five days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living at Hamilton in 1996. |
| BASHALL, Daniel Charles (Dan) | 211093 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 01/07/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Collingwood on 7 Nov 1924. Previous service in Merchant Navy (R280901) 1939–45. Carpenter for the Wellington Harbour Board. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 28 Jan 1953. Initial training at Waiouru followed by Corps Training at Burnham. Emplaned on Teal flight at Evans Bay Wellington. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 4 Jul 1953. Remained in Japan for nearly four months. Entered Korea 23 Oct 1953 and was posted to HQ Div Transport Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 3) ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 150 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died at Hutt Hospital, 16 Jan 2006 aged 81. |
| BATCHELOR, Francis Edward | 33898 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 14/02/2056 | Born Timaru on 16 Jul 1929. Former Regular Force soldier in RNZAC for 18 months. Was an instructor for Kayforce in Waiouru. Temporary Corporal discharged at own request on 15 Mar 1951. Fireman for NZ Railways at Clinton in the South Island. Enlisted in Kayforce on 18 Jun 1953. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 at on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air (Qantas?). Entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Was Staff Sergeant when injured in Cricket Game between 16 Fd and 5 RTR on 12 Sep 1954. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU and then onto Brit Com Salvage & Disposal Unit on 25 Oct 1954. Employed as Sqn Quartermaster Sergeant at this unit in Japan until TSFD to the NZ Roll for RTNZ. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class at this unit. Deplaned from Teal flight at Christchurch 14 Feb 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 13 May 1956 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (Non-warlike)clasp ‘Korea 1954-1957’.Total service overseas two years 193 days. Was keen to re-join Regular Force on his RTNZ and was offered rank of Temporary Corporal. Died Dunedin, 2 Jul 1985 aged 55 years, cremated Anderson's Bay. |
| BATES, Raymond Albert (Blue) | 11581 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Wairio, Southland, 2 Oct 1926. Enlisted in the RNZN on 2 Oct 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. After his initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Bellona 14 Jun 1948. Advanced to Able Seaman 2 Apr 1949 before returning to Philomel. He was drafted to Bellona twice more, the latter time for a matter of only two weeks before being drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951. He was a member of the Anti-Aircraft gun crew (3rd Class). Travelled to Korean waters via Sydney, Darwin, Hong Kong. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Also was involved on patrols up the Han River. TSFD from Hawea to Taupo 6–7 Oct 1951 but returned to Hawea for passage and RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. His service career ended with time at Philomel 2 Feb–14 May 1952 and in Tamaki 24 Sep–1 Oct 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. DEE 15 Oct 1953. Living at Henderson, Auckland, in 2004. Attended the Frigates Reunion at New Plymouth in 2004. |
| BATEY, Stanley Trevor (Stan) | 211234 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/08/2053 | 12/12/2054 | Born Opotiki 13 Jan 1928. Labourer at Whakatu Freezing Company, Napier. Enlisted 22 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 30 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 25 Sep 1953 and was posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt and served mainly in the Armistice area. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 18 Oct 1954. TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged to unit 2 Nov 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Reported as absent without leave in Sydney but had been admitted to hospital. Final part of return journey by Teal flight to New Zealand from Sydney arriving at Auckland 12 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 109 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Feb 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Died Whakatane 27 May 2008 aged 80 years. |
| BATT, Gordon Kenneth Michael Francis | 206856 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 23/04/2054 | Born Otaki on 20 Jan 1931. Lino layer from Palmerston North. Enlisted as a Kayforce replacement on 10 Apr 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached to CATC, Inchon for four weeks from 4 Jan 1953, for artillery training course. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and CTBA to CATC Inchon 1 Feb 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 21 Mar 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan, for return to Sydney and completed journey to NZ deplaning Wellington 23 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 22 Jun 1954 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Total Service overseas one year 272 days. Posted to 23 Battery, 2 Fd Regt on RTNZ until Reserve Service terminated. Died Palmerston North, 18 Aug 2009 aged 78 years. |
| BATTEN, Ronald John | 592152 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 02/11/2056 | Born Petone, Wellington on 8 Feb 1922. Tailor's cutter from New Plymouth. Member of 1st intake of Compulsory Military Training Scheme. After initial training posted to 1 Wellington West Coast Regt from 15 Aug 1950. While in that unit he was promoted to Lance Corporal then to Corporal Mar 1953 and to Temporary Sergeant on 1 Feb 1954 Enlisted in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements at New Plymouth on 10 Oct 1955. Promoted Corporal at Burnham Camp 17 Oct 1955. Posted to RNZASC as Armourer on 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned 13 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings departing from Whenuapai. Entered Korea 23 Jan 1956. Posted to NZASC as armourer Corporal. Posted to Transport Platoon Chief Clerk 15 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 2 Nov 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Nov 1956 and posted to his former TF unit on Class 'A' Reserve. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Served overseas 298 days. While in Korea applied to join the Regular Force SAS but there were no vacancies at the time. Died New Plymouth, 4 Sep 2006 aged 85 years. Entitled to NZDSM (CMT, T and R). |
| BATTERSBY, John Robert | 15165 | Junior Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Palmerston North 6 Feb 1939. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 12 Aug 1954. His training was conducted in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class. Drafted to Hawea 12 Jul 1955 and advanced to Junior Seaman 1 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 24 Jan 1956 and departed for service in Korean waters 1 Apr 1956. Served mainly along the Korean west coast on patrols and Armistice monitoring duties. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 6 Aug 1956 and RTNZ 8 May 1957. Served in the Gunnery section and gained Trade Certificate for Quarters Armourer 3rd Class. Served in Philomel 31 Aug 1957 and was drafted to Black Prince 21 Sep 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 6 Nov 1957. Final sea service was in Royalist 15 Sep 1958 to 20 Oct 1959. In Philomel 20 Oct 1959 but RUN 25 Mar 1960. Recovered 30 May 1950. Dismissed HM Service 1 Sep 1960. During his time in the RNZN he saw service in the Pacific Islands, Malaya, Borneo, Japan and Korean waters. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’ and NZDSM (R). |
| BATTERSHALL, Ian Francis (Lofty) | 13364 | Boy Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 12/10/2052 | Born Stockton Mine via Westport 28 Nov 1934. Enlisted Jun 1950. Visual Signaller. Drafted to Taupo and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 in this ship via Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong to Japan. Visual Signaller. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Taupo also served on the east coast shooting at rail bridges and tunnels and was involved in an action close to Yang Do Island which was close to North Korea. Had his 17th birthday patrolling of the coast of Korea. RTNZ as Ordinary Signalman. Had 18th birthday on return voyage to New Zealand before arriving at Singapore. Left Taupo to join Black Prince on 26 Jan 1953 for Coronation Cruise. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Blenheim 2006. |
| BATTY, Graham Stanley | 689600 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/05/2053 | 18/06/2056 | Born Featherston 29 Apr 1931. Labourer at Lower Hutt City Council and serving TF soldier in 2 Field Squadron, RNZE. Enlisted in Kayforce, 7th Reinforcements at Waiouru on 28 Jan 1953. His training was conducted in Waiouru except for Corps training which was done in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 16 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney, Australia and continued by civil airlines. Deplaned Japan 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, as regimental cook. Attached to NZ Base to attended Cooking Course 10 May–26 Jun 1954. Granted a 12-month extension to his service in Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal cook on 1 Oct 1955. Granted 28 days Furlough in Japan 22 Dec 1955 to 18 Jan 1956. Promoted Temporary Corporal cook at NZ Base, Korea 24 Jan 1956 and to Corporal 11 May 1956. Married Miss Mikayo Akahori in Japan before returning to New Zealand and brought his wife and son home with him. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Jun 1956 and deplaned from RMA (Royal Mail Aircraft) Aotearoa at Christchurch 18 Jun 1956. Served overseas three years four days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Sep 1956. Posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve 16 Sep 1956–31 Mar 1960. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BATTY, Leslie Benjamin | 211313 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/02/2054 | 03/08/2054 | Born Onehunga, Auckland, 8 Aug 1929. Timber worker from Tangimoana, near Palmerston North. Enlisted in Kayforce at Palmerston North on 23 Sep 1953. Suffered from acute appendicitis while in training and admitted Waiouru Camp Hosp 17 Oct 1953, TSFD to Taihape Public Hospital 21 Nov 1953 then re-admitted Waiouru Camp Hosp 29 Nov 1953. Granted 28 days sick leave then seven days final leave. Returned to Waiouru Camp 5 Jan 1954 and left for Auckland on 23 Feb 1954. Emplaned Auckland 24 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA air to Japan disembarking at Iwakuni on 27 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 8 Mar 1954 and was posted to A Troop, 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt as a gun number 10 Mar 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 27 Jul 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll (Compassionate). Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 and deplaned from Teal flight at Harewood 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas 161 days and was returned on compassionate grounds because of ill health of his father. His mother and brother also suffered from ill health. He was granted a compassionate discharge on 16 Sep 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BAUMFIELD, Thomas Benjamin | 208261 | Lance Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 22/01/2052 | Born Kaikoura on 20 Apr 1923. Enlisted 17 May 1940–1 Jul 1940 in NZ Military Forces, 1 Otago Regt (mobilised TF) with Service No 12539. Discharged as he was underage. Enlisted in the RNZN on 19 Sep 1941 and given Service No NZ3640. Served as Able Seaman in Pacific Theatre. Served in Rata and Gale and was in Drake (UK) Excellent and Onslaught (destroyer) in Sep 1945 was deployed for training duties at Portsmouth Gunnery School, Excellent. Qualified in gunnery and seamanship. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Re-joined NZ Army 6 Mar 1946 and served in BCOF Japan as Sergeant in 27 Battalion from 29 May 1946 to 5 Jul 1947. Discharged 5 Aug 1947. Deer Culler at Nelson before joining Kayforce, Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Promoted Lance Corporal first day at sea on board the Wahine. Flown from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. Embarked on 24 Aug 1951 at Sasebo for the trip to Pusan, Korea. Entered Korea 27 Aug and was posted to Comwel Div HQ Transport Platoon on 28 Aug 1951. Promoted Corporal and appointed Section Commander in Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Reverted to Lance Corporal on ceasing to hold appointment as Section Commander. Returned to Australia, ETD Iwakuni 14 Jan 1952, for medical treatment at Australian Military Forces Rehab Hosp, Concord for acute arthritis in both ankles. RTNZ from Sydney on the Monowai disembarking at Wellington on 22 Jan 1952. Served overseas 174 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Entitled to the NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 13 Feb 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.173 was sent to and address in Nelson on 25 Jan 1957. Living in Stoke, near Nelson 2005. Died Nelson 20 Mar 2005 aged 82 years with funeral on 24 March. |
| BAXTER, Robert (Jock) | 12273 | Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, 16 Feb 1913. Previous service in the Royal Navy with Service No C/MX 54707. Entered the RN 1 Apr 1936–2 Sep 1939 as Stoker 2nd Class from 3 Sep 1939 to 31 Oct 1946, His first sea service was in Vanquisher followed by the destroyer Fortune 8 May 1935 to 12 Jul 1936. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 28 Aug 1935. Sailed in Fortune to Malta and was based at St Angelo. Fortune was involved in blockade duties to try and stop arms running for both sides in the Spanish Civil War. Returned to Britain 13 Jul 1936. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 26 May 1937. Served in Sheffield (cruiser) 24 Aug 1937–6 May 1938. Drafted to the heavy cruiser Kent 30 Jun 1938 and served on the China station. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 6 Jan 1939. In late 1939 was involved in hunting German shipping from Hong Kong but was TSFD to the 4th Cruiser Sqn based at Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class Baxter returned to the UK and while at Pembroke (Naval Barracks at Chatham) advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 26 May 1940. Served in Romney (minesweeper) 7 Dec 1940–11 Feb 1942 and was involved in east coast convoy routes between Aberdeen and NW Scottish coast and then between the Thames estuary and Aberdeen. Drafted to the heavy cruiser Cumberland 3 Apr 1942 and remained with that ship until Dec 1945. Was involved with as part of screen for the ill-fated Russian convoy PQ17 in Jun 1942 and provided cover for return of convoy PQ13. Was involved in several other Russian convoy protection tasks. In 1944 Cumberland was TSFD to the Eastern Fleet based at Colombo and took part in several operations against targets in Sumatra, Nicobar Islands, Andaman Islands, searching for and destroying Japanese ships evacuating forces from Burma and the assault on Malaya (Operation ZIPPER). Discharged from RN 31 Oct 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star with clasp, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp and War Medal. Entered the RNZN 5 Jul 1948 at Cook III as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class. Drafted to Loch Eck (renamed HMNZS Hawea) and was a member of the crew who Hawea from the UK to New Zealand. Served in Hawea and Kaniere on arrival of those ships in New Zealand. Discharged to Shore 25 Jul 1951 Engagement Expired. Re-entered the RNZN 23 Aug 1951 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class, on successive days advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class and then Chief Engine Room Artificer. Drafted to Taupo 25 Aug 1951–30 Sep 1952 in the rank of Chief Engine Room Artificer. Completed a Shallow Water Diving Course No.40/52 at the Shallow Water Diving School, H.M. Dockyard, Hong Kong but did not receive his certificate until 15 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Acting Commissioned Engineer on 1 Oct 1952 while the ship was in Korean waters. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Applied for the Naval LS&GC Medal but this was refused as he was a Temporary Commissioned Engineer Officer. Appointed to Kaniere on 2 Mar 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for Malayan and Korean waters. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also served in Black Prince and in Kaniere again. Short Service Commission completed 30 Sep 1959 and he was placed on the Retired List on 1 Oct 1959. Died Auckland 16 May 1994. He is Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BAXTER, Robert James | 622169 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Whanganui on 26 Jun 1931. Labourer for Farmers Organisation at Whanganui. Also had a job as a logger for T. Barrett, Logging, Ohingaiti. Called up for CMT 5th intake, then was a serving TF soldier in 2 Armd Regt. Enlisted on 28 Jan 1952 in Whanganui in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. His initial training was in Waiouru Camp and he was then sent to Burnham Camp for RNZASC Corps Training. Emplaned 25 Jun 1953 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in Korea 13 Jul 1953. Served in C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy mainly in Armistice area. Promoted Lance Corporal and appointed section 2i/c 18 May 1954. Promoted Temporary Corporal 18 Aug 1954 and appointed Section Commander. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll on9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to Auckland by Teal flight from Sydney deplaning 27 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jan 1955 and re-posted to the Territorial Force and served in D Coy, 1 Bn, WWCT Regt, the posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve on 21 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 156 days. Medals issued on 1 Mar 1956 but were returned as recipient had moved. Later living at Patea when he applied for his medals. Re-issued 24 Jan 1995. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BAXTER, Victor Henry | 14153 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Napier 13 Feb 1926 and was a plumber before joining the RNZN on 20 Mar 1952. Granted the rate of Ord. After his initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953. He sailed in that ship to the UK for the Royal Review following the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On RTNZ he was drafted to Irirangi at Waiouru on 22 Sep 1954–10 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 11 Jan 1956 to 10 Jan 1958 during which time the ship served in Korean waters 1 Apr 1956–1 May 1957. He RTNZ and was drafted to Black Prince 17 Jan 1958 to 2 Oct 1958. Drafted to Royalist 3 Oct 1958–17 Jan 1960. Discharged from RNZN 19 Mar 1960. Later awarded NZOSM and Naval GSM with clasp ‘Malaya’. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BAYLISS, John Cecil | 12521 | Surgeon Lieutenant | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Birmingham, UK, 10 Jul 1922. Entered the RNZN in Britain on a Short Service Commission commencing on 12 Jul 1948. Seniority as Surgeon Lieutenant from 12 Jun 1946. M.A., M.B. Ch.B. Initial service in the RNZN was in Philomel and Tamaki. Appointed to Pukaki as Surgeon Lieutenant 7 on Apr–10 May 1950. Appointed to Tutira 11 May 1950–10 Jun 1951. Medical officer on board. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. On RTNZ was again stationed at Philomel but was also sent on duty to the Palmerston North Public Hospital. His Short Service Commission ended on 3 Nov 1951. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BAYLY, Neville | 204044 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born New Plymouth on 28 Jul 1927. Farmer on family farm at Te Awamutu, had also been a carpenter. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force at Hamilton. Embarked on the Wahine a Wellington on 2 Aug 1 bound for Korea. Left NZ as a Driver but was promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 11 Aug while at sea and appointed No.1 on the Bren gun. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and flown by Qantas to deplane in Iwakuni on 1 Sep 1951. Embarked the following day at Sasebo to complete the trip to Korea. Entered Korea on 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Lance Corporal 6 Dec 1952 and to Temporary Corporal 25 Feb 1953 and appointed Transport Section Commander. Served in many areas where 10 Tpt Coy located. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 May 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. He included his Kayforce Discharge Cert No.174 when he applied for his later issues of medals. Living at Te Awamutu in 2004. Died Te Awamutu 19 Nov 2010, aged 83 years. |
| BAYNE, Robert Stuart (Bob) | 208566 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Dunedin on 4 Oct 1928. Range fitter for Radiation NZ Ltd, Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce on 20 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Most of his training was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned at Evans Bay, Wellington on 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flying-boat flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea and Guam arriving Iwakuni, Japan on 16 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA on 17 Jul 1952 and entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Served in Baker Troop, 161 Bty as gun number. Committed several breaches or Routine and Standing Orders. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 21 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ deplaning at Wellington on 17 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 280 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Dunedin in 1996. Died Dunedin 30 May 2003 aged 75 years. |
| BAYNHAM, Edward | 13876 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 02/03/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Salford, Lancashire, UK, 10 Feb 1920. Started his work life as a fitter. Entered the Royal Navy 21 Apr 1938 as an Assistant Steward (Assistant Steward) with Service No C/LX 22571. His first ship was HMS Calypso a WWI light cruiser. Calypso intercepted the German merchant ship Minden 24 Sep 1939 which was scuttled by the crew before it could be captured and took the German Merchant ship Konsul Hendrik Fisser on 22 Nov 1939 off Iceland. Also served in HMS Birmingham (cruiser) 31 Jan–15 Mar 1940 and then in HMS Jervis (Destroyer) 22 Mar–22 Jun 1940 which was under repair for most of this time and HMS Saltash (minesweeper) 23 Jul 1940–30 Sep 1942. Advanced to Leading Steward (Temporary) 21 Jul 1942. Served in HMS Uganda (Light cruiser) 5 Dec 1942–7 Jun 1943 and was involved in the contractor’s trials and escorted the RMS Queen Mary to Canada taking Winston Churchill to a meeting with President Roosevelt. On return to the UK served in Pembroke and Orlando (shore stations) then served in HMS Crane (sloop) 1 Nov 1944–15 Mar 1946 which sailed for Australia via Malta, Aden, Colombo and Freemantle to join the British Pacific Fleet based at HMS Golden Hind (Sydney). Was at Manus and Lyete and off Japan. At WWII war's end he was in HMS Tamar (Hong Kong). Returning to Britain he served in HMS Anson (battleship) 11 Nov 1946–10 Nov 1949 which was now a training ship. His rate went up and down during this period from Steward to Acting Leading Steward (T), Leading Steward (Permanent), back to Steward then regained rate of Leading Steward. Released from the RN 18 May 1950. HIs WWII Medals not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star (or Pacific Star) and War Medal. Entered RNZN at Maori 14 Aug 1952 as a Steward. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel and Tamaki where he advanced to Leading Steward 7 Jan 1953. Between 20 Oct 1953 and 18 Mar 1955 he served variously between Bellona, Hawea and Philomel. Drafted to Black Prince 19 Sep 1955–4 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland to Asia 1 Apr 1956. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but stayed in Kaniere until drafted to Philomel 17 Jan 1958. DEE 13 Aug 1958. later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BEACH, Gregory Charles (GREG) | 817007 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 02/05/2055 | Born Christchurch 3 Aug 1931. Completed 14 weeks training as CMT in RNZNVR. Former TF soldier. Welder for Hammerslys Engineering Works, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce 31 Jul 1953. Emplaned 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington. Deplaned Iwakuni Japan 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954 and was posted to HQ Divisional Transport Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Apparently served mainly in the Armistice area. Breached military discipline several times. Emplaned Iwakuni 26 Apr 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Christchurch 2 May 1955. Served overseas one year 124 days. Discharged from Kayforce, 12 Jun 1955 and posted to the Territorial Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living at Belfast, Christchurch 2006 and died 26 Nov 2007 aged 76 years. |
| BEACH, Sam | 551097 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 12/08/2057 | Born Ruatoria on 9 Mar 1932. Served in 2nd Intake CMT then served in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt. Labourer at Southdown Freezing Works, Otahuhu. Enlisted in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last) at Burnham Camp on 2 Nov 1955. Posted to RNZASC as a vehicle mechanic. Emplaned Auckland 10 Jan 1956 RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima and entered Japan 13 Jan 1956. Travelled to Inchon by ship and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival 23 Jan 1955. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb from 25 Jan–30 Jan 1956. Posted from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Tpt Platoon as Chief Clerk on 15 May 1956. Made several errors such as “neglecting to obey Standing or Routine Orders” and other misdemeanours during his time in Korea. Received time in detention as published in Routine Orders Part II. M/O from NZ Tpt Pl and TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Whenuapai on 12 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 216 days. Discharged 3 Oct 1957. Posted to 4 Coy, RNZASC, CMD Corps Reserve on 4 Oct 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died 13 Mar 1995. Also known as Hamiora Te Mauiui. |
| BEADLE, Brian Vincent Liston | 211083 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Tapanui on 22 Jun 1920. Attended Dunedin Boys High 1933–36. Gained Teacher’s ‘C’ Certificate. Served in the Army during WWII (Service No 434207) in the Pacific theatre from 4 Nov 1942–15 Jun 1944. RTNZ and re-embarked 5 Jan 1945 with 14th Reinforcements for service in Italy returning to NZ on 20 Dec 1945. Discharged from 2 NZEF 5 Feb 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Accounts clerk at the Air Department, Wellington, at time of enlistment on 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce, 7th Reinforcements. Underwent training in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 25 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air to Japan deplaning 28 Jun 1953. Initial posting was to BRITOSAT, Tokyo then to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as clerk on 13 Jul 1953 and entered Korea the same day. M/O 8 Feb attached FAP to NZ Base HQ. Returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy on 23 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 19 Nov 1953; Temporary Corporal on 27 Mar 1954; Temporary Sergeant 27 Jun 1954 and to Sergeant clerk 27 Sep 1954. Granted a three-month extension from 28 Dec 1954 for service in Korea. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 24 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Jun 1955. Served overseas one year 273 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BEALE, Cecil | 13727 | Petty Officer Torpedo & Anti-submarine Instructor | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK, 9 Feb 1921. Entered the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class on 14 Jul 1936 with Service No P/JX149874. He served in the following battleships HMS Iron Duke, Ramillies, Nelson and HMS Hood before WWII. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 9 Feb 1939. Was serving in HMS Douglas (destroyer) based at HMS St Angelo (Malta) 27 May 1939 then at HMS Cormorant (Gibraltar) Aug 1939–14 Jul 1940 where she was involved in convoy escorts and anti-submarine attacks. Advanced to Able Seaman 1 Feb 1940. Returning to Britain Able Seaman Cecil Beale was in HMS Victory (Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary)) Nimrod and Osprey. Drafted to HMS Walney 7 Jun 1941 and served in western approaches then on convoy escorts between Britain and West Africa. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 23 Nov 1941. Served in the shore stations HMS Ferret, Osprey, Nimrod and Dolphin between 15 Jul 1941–6 Oct 1942, that last named being the shore base home of the RN Submarine service. Served in HMS Maidstone, Submarine Depot ship 19 Jan 19 May 1943. Also served in HMS Taurus (submarine) HMS Wolf (Submarine Depot ship) and then in the submarine HMS Spark and was at Subic Bay, Manila in Jul 1945. After the war he served in HMS Cyclops (depot ship) and the submarines HMS Tradewind, Trespasser and Thule. Released from the RN 9 Oct 1951 to enter the RNZN. Enlisted 10 Oct 1951 in the RNZN at Maori (London) as Able Seaman and advanced to Petty Officer on the following two-days. Served in Philomel and Tamaki 4 Nov 1951–5 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki from 6 Aug 1953 until 23 Feb 1955. Sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 and served in SE Asia and in Japanese and Korean waters (See RNZN Ships in Introduction). Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served in Black Prince Sep 1955 to 12 Dec 1955 and joined staff of Pegasus at Christchurch 20 Dec 1955. Served in Royalist 6 Oct 1956 to 17 Jul 1960. Promoted Chief Petty Officer 8 Jun 1959. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 1 Jan 1961. Discharged to RA 8 Nov 1961 at completion of his engagement in the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and clasp ‘Malaya’ for his NGSM. |
| BEAMISH-WHITE, Gerald | 204182 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Pakiri, Northland, on 31 Dec 1924. Came from Lake Okataina and enlisted at Rotorua. Mechanical Engineer and sometimes launch driver. Enlisted as WHITE, Gerald Beamish in Kayforce, Expansion Force on 18 Jun 1951. Training was mainly conducted in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Travelled from Sasebo 7 Sep 1951 to Pusan and disembarked 10 Sep 1951 Also posted to 10 Tpt Coy, Korea 10 Sep 1951. Served as a driver in 3 Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 Jan –24 Feb 1953 and discharged to X(ii) List. M/I to NZ Base HQ then M/O to NZRTU 7 Mar 1953 and the re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Mar 1953. RTNZ as a Lance Corporal. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.3349 was sent to his given address in Rotorua on 12 Sep 1957. Living in Rotorua in 2004. Died Rotorua 31 Dec 2013 aged 89 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BEAMS, Robert Henry | 14047 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/02/2054 | Born Greymouth 18 Nov 1936. Enlisted 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Kaniere from 2 Feb 1953 until 10 May 1955. Served in Korean waters 1953–54 as Boy 1st Class, then advanced to Ordinary Seaman. On RTNZ was drafted to Philomel and then in the Reserve Fleet on 4 Aug 1954–3 Mar 1955. Discharged SNLR on 3 Mar 1955–unsatisfactory service, forfeiting Retiring leave and Regular Force Gratuity which was appropriate in the circumstances. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Taradale, 3 Nov 2003. |
| BEANGE, John Hunter | 206232 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Hamilton on 27 Jul 1927. Shepherd and farm labourer from Waitara who held motorcycle and heavy trade driver’s licences. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Lance Bombardier 1 Apr 1951 and appointed Troop Driver operator. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 11 Dec 1951 and appointed Battery Commanders Assistant. Served from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel then back to near the armistice line. Promoted Bombardier 1 Feb 1952. Was recommended for a Mention in Despatches for the Kapyong Battle but the strict limit of numbers prevented such recognition. He was to receive the same award for further exemplary service a short time later. Displayed outstanding ability, courage and initiative whilst an observation post radio operator. He has held the appointment of Battery Commander's assistant for five months. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 7 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Admitted Waikato Hosp 25 Jul 1952 (Malaria). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953, p.424) “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30 Jun 1952”. MID Certificate despatched 9 Sep 1955 and received 23 Jan 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.178 was sent to his given address in Hamilton on 25 Jan 1957. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce on 3 Oct 1952. Served overseas one year 195 days. Died Whitianga 7 Jul 2000 just before his 73rd birthday. |
| BEARD, Daniel Montague | 922196 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 26/10/2054 | 04/07/2055 | Born Christchurch on 14 Jul 1931. Driver for Fletcher Construction, Dunedin. Had completed CMT and spent nearly two years as TF soldier in 63 LAA Bty. Attested in Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. His training for Korea was conducted in Burnham Camp where he was posted to RNZASC. Emplaned 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at Auckland for travel to Japan. Offloaded at Townsville because of measles. Emplaned Townsville 15 Dec 1954 for onward journey to Japan deplaning Iwakuni on 16 Dec. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in Korea 6 Jan 1955 and arrived at unit on 9 Jan. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Accidently injured 13 Feb 1955 by shooting himself in the left foot (Causing a compound fracture) when cleaning his rifle. Admitted to Brit Com Fd Hosp then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 19 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Jun 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Christchurch 4 Jul 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Aug 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Served overseas 252 days. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and is Entitled to NZDSM. Living in North Gosford, NSW, Australia in 2002. |
| BEARD, Neville Wallace | 32883 | Lance Corporal | NZ Base HQ Ord Sec | RNZAOC | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born New Plymouth 12 Mar 1924. Served in RNZAF 1942–45 (428615). Leading Aircraftman at 4 Repair Depot, RNZAF. Served overseas 14 Jan 1943–20 May 1943 in the New Hebrides and on Santos Island. Discharged from RNZAF Dec 1945. Embarked 30 Jul 1946 as Temporary Lance Corporal for service in BCOF. Disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served in 22 Bn, NZ Jayforce. Also served in Tokyo Battalion. Promoted Sergeant 15 Jun 1946. RTNZ 30 Sep 1947 and was discharged a month later. Civil trade–draper. Enlisted in the Regular Force 27 Sep 1948 and was initially posted to RNZEME later transferring to RNZOAC. During 1949 he was sent on Tours of Duty to Trentham Camp, RNZAF Base Shelly Bay and also at the Reception & Training Centre at Pahiatua. Enlisted in Kayforce Main Body on 28 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served as Lance Corporal Storeman in 27 Bde Field Ordnance Park Company, RNZAOC. Promoted Temporary Corporal 8 Jan 1951; Temporary Sergeant 5 Feb 1951; Sergeant 5 Mar 1951. TSFD to 28 Bde Field Ordnance Park 2 Sep 1951. Promoted to Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Mar 1952 and finally to rank of Staff Sergeant 21 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 6 Jun 1952. SOS Kayforce 23 Jul 1952 and reposted to Regular Force and to resume duty, at the completion of leave. At Linton Camp in the rank of Temporary Lance Corporal. Served overseas with Kayforce one year 180 days. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged (as a Temporary Sergeant) at own request 9 Mar 1956. Died Whitianga 14 Aug 2000 aged 76 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BEARNES, James Thomas | 13809 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Torquay, Devon, UK, 20 Jan 1928. Served in Defence Department before he enlisted in Royal Navy. Served in HMS Vengeance, a Colossus-class light aircraft carrier built for the Royal Navy during World War II and served in the Fleet Air Arm. TSFD to the Royal New Zealand Navy 1952. Served in Pukaki and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters during the second deployment of the ship. Petty Officer in the Supply Secretariat on the ship. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Also served in Malayan waters during the Emergency in Royalist and Otago. Awarded Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NGSM (M), UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), Naval LS&GC Medal and PJM. Worked for Freightways after retiring from the RNZN having completed 22 years’ service. Living at Auckland in 2004. |
| BEARY, Kenneth Francis | 15124 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Christchurch 13 Oct 1938. Started work as a French Polisher. Entered the RNZN on 3 Jun 1954 as a Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Pukaki as Boy 1st Class on 14 Apr 1955 and served in Korean waters, mainly on the west coast patrolling and escort duties. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 14 Apr 1956. On RTNZ was drafted to Philomel and from there to Irirangi. Served in Lachlan on two occasions and was next drafted to Pukaki again on 15 Apr 1961. Spent some time in the Naval Hospital as a patient in Singapore in early 1962. RTNZ and returned to Irirangi in May 1962. Served again in Pukaki and in Lachlan. DEE 12 Oct 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZDEFSM and PJM. |
| BEATON, Duncan Alexander | 207779 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Palmerston, Otago 11 Jul 1923. Previous service in the RNZAF with Service No 4211793. Completed three and a half years as a Leading Aircraftman. Also some service in the Army (3 Bn Otago Regt in the NZ Territorial Force) with Service No 456987. Farmer on family farm at from Arrowtown. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Training for service in Korea was conducted in Papakura, Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jan 1952 and appointed troop driver operator then to Lance Bombardier 6 Apr 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 28 May 1952 was discharged 11 Jun then re-admitted 13 Jun. Originally to emplane at Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ but was TSFD to an earlier flight and deplaned Wellington 9 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. RTNZ for medical reasons (acute intestinal obstruction) and admitted to Dunedin Public Hospital 22–31 Jul 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Nov 1952 medically unfit. Served overseas one year 220 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned initially to Arrowtown. Died 14 Sep 2000. Entitled to the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BEATON, George | 30509 | Captain | Draft Conducting Officer | NZ Regt | 28/08/2054 | 08/09/2054 | Born Glasgow, Scotland, 4 Sep 1912. Served in Palestine 1937–40. On active service with the Black Watch (The Royal Highland Regiment) in Eritrea and Somaliland during early years of WWII and was later Camp Commandant HQ ‘8th Army’ and Administrative Commandant HQ Allied Land Forces SE Asia Command. Served in the Black Watch for 15 years (Territorial Army) and retired in rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Enlisted in NZ Army 12 Feb 1951 as Lieutenant & Quartermaster on probation. Later Temporary Captain & QM. Adjutant Papakura Camp. Seconded to 1 Bn Fiji Infantry Regt in Malaya Jan–Sep 1953. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Captain QM posted to HQ Fiji Military Forces, Suva, Fiji. Medals sent to Fiji then returned to NZ. Emplaned 28 Aug 1954 as Draft Conducting Officer 16th Reinforcements for Korea. Travelled to Japan on RNZAF Hastings aircraft, deplaned 31 Aug 1954 but did not enter Korea. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Appointed Commander Divisional HQ Company, NZ Division in addition to appointment of Sub Area Officer Sub-Area 6B 24 Aug 1959. Discharged from the NZ Army 18 Sep 1962 in the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, the highest rank he held in the British Army. Died Palmerston North 17 Feb 1963 aged 51 years. |
| BEATON, Ronald (Chittles or Ron) | 207843 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/05/2052 | Born Bluff on 3 Oct 1927. Bridge Carpenter by trade prior to enlistment in Kayforce, Main Body at Greymouth on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, bound for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gunner / Layer in Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Was promoted Lance Bombardier and appointed 2i/c Gun crew in Jan 1952. Served in all the major gun actions of 163 Bty when it was in the front line. Played in the 163 Bty Rugby team against the Welsh Regiment Officers and NCOs. NZ Won 3–Nil. Thought to have been the first international game in Korea. ‘Dusty’ Miller bulldozed the ground to make a football field. Emplaned as a Lance Bombardier at Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney and arrived in NZ on 7 May 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Jul 1952. Living at Bluff in 2004. Died Bluff, 2 Nov 2008 aged 83 years. |
| BEATTIE, Anthony John (Tony) | 208395 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Wellington 8 May 1924. Bricklayer for Thompson and Woodrow, Gore. Served a year in the Army as a Gunner followed by two and a half years in the RNZAF with Service No 434440. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements on 21 Jan 1952. Embarked at Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella bound for Sydney and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp. Travelled by HMT Devonshire from Sydney to Kure, Japan, disembarking 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and Served in 162 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 8 Jun 1952, Temporary Bombardier 12 Sep 1952 and appointed Gun No.2. Attended Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre, Hiro Japan for three-week course and received above-average results for both practical and theoretical work. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 30 Dec 1952 and appointed Gun No.1. Promoted Sergeant to Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 31 Dec 1952 and appointed Troop Sergeant Major. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class 22 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM, NZDSM and Korean War Service Meal 1950–53. Died Mosgiel 17 Feb 2012 aged 82 years. |
| BEATTIE, Trevor Lawrence | 206272 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Gisborne 7 Oct 1927. Driver for Ostlers of Wairoa. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 as a Gunner. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 16 Fd Regt from Pusan northwards. Promoted Lance Bombardier 19 Apr 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ on 21 Jun 1951 and TSFD to X(iv) List RTNZ after 204 days abroad and disembarked from Teal flying boat Wellington 1 Jul 1951. RTNZ to attend an Officer Cadet Training course in Waiouru commencing 6 Jul 1951. Underwent RNZASC Corps training before returning to Korea. Lance Corporal Beattie re-emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington for Korea 20 Aug 1951, deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 28 Aug 1951 and re-entered Korea on 30 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt then to RR Leave Hotel, Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan 18 Sep 1951 until 3 Jan 1952. M/I NZRTU from the leave Hotel Ebisu, Tokyo and posted to 16 Fd Regt on 2 Feb 1952. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 13 Feb 1952. Discharged from No.6 convalescent Trg Depot 13 Mar 1952. M/O NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 20 Mar 1952 and then posted to 16 Fd Regt on 28 Mar 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached to HQ RA to attend an Anti-Malarial Course 26 Apr–6 May 1952 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni on 10 Jul 1952, for RTNZ to Sydney then transferring to Teal flying boat Aparima deplaning at Auckland on 13 Jul 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 168 days. He was a member of the Wairoa Club which sent food parcels to three members of their club who were serving in Korea R.H.R., L.F. Liddington and himself. Discharge Cert still held at Trentham Camp after it was returned in 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BEATTIE, Whiri Porohiwi | 568360 | Gunner | Brit Com Base Provost Unit | RNZ Provost Corps | 10/02/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Maru Maru, Wairoa, East Coast, on 3 Apr 1932. Labourer for Mr E Tong, Maru Maru, Wairoa. Fourth intake CMT and was a member of 1 Hawkes Bay Regt. Enlisted in Kayforce 23 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 13 Feb 1954, posted to NZ Base HQ and appointed Regimental Policeman. Promoted Lance Bombardier 23 Aug 1954. Later rank amended to Lance Corporal 31 Mar 1955. Played in the British Commonwealth Forces Korea Rugby Team that toured in Japan 23 Mar–4 Apr 1955. Posted to Brit Com Base Provost Coy 30 Jul 1955. TSFD from RNZA to RNZ Provost 30 Jul 1955. Was again a member of the Feb 1956 Rugby Team and was attached FAP to Brit Com Sub-Area, Tokyo, for three-days of the rugby. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp from Brit Com Base Provost Coy 18 Mar 1956 (accidentally injured) and was discharged 3 Apr 1956 to Brit Com Base Provost Coy. Posted to NZ Base HQ 5 Apr 1956 and emplaned on 5 May 1956 on an RNZAF Hastings for the RTNZ arriving Auckland 8 May 1956. Served in Korea two years 89 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jul 1956 and posted to TF unit (4 Coy RNZASC) and then posted to the Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died 8 Nov 1979 aged 47 years. |
| BEAUCHAMP, John Murray | 13618 | Sub-Lieutenant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Timaru on 11 Aug 1936. Enlisted as an Ordinary Seaman during 1951. Acting Sub-Lieutenant from 1 May 1955 undergoing training in the UK. His name is listed in the Royalist Second Commission Souvenir handbook. Appointed to Royalist on 9 Apr 1957. Sailed form Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in SE Asian and Korean waters. Promoted to Lieutenant (Temp) on 8 Sep 1958. Later served in Pukaki, 1958 and Lachlan 1959 and Black Prince. Also served in Rotoiti and Paea. Served in Wakefield 1966 and promoted Lieutenant Commander on 16 Dec 1965. Appointed Exec officer of Endeavour 3 Apr 1968. Served in Kiama then in Wakefield as SO Olphert. His terminal date was 14 Jan 1974 and he was placed on the Retired List. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| BEAUMONT, Edward George Henry | 11339 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Whanganui on 24 Jul 1924. He was a foreman in the NZ Railways. Entered the RNZN on 30 Jan 1947 as a Stoker 2nd Class. After basic training he was drafted to Bellona on 19 Jun 1947 and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer on 21 Aug 1947 then Stoker Mechanic on 30 Dec 1947. He was in Philomel 15 Jun–14 Oct 1948. He returned to Bellona and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 30 Dec 1948. He then served in Philomel until he was drafted to Tutira on 1 Feb 1950. Tutira sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve in Korean waters. She RTNZ on 30 May 1951. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 31 Dec 1950. The remaining years of his service as shared between Philomel and Bellona and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic in the latter on 22 Sep 1952. DEE on 29 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BEAUMONT, William Hughie John | 13665 | Petty Officer Cook | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2056 | 04/07/2057 | Born Matamata 4 May 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN on 24 May 1951 and was granted the rate of Assistant Cook. After his initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted 19 Feb 1952 to Bellona for his first sea service. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) on 24 Mar 1952 and to Leading Cook (Seamen) 22 Jan 1954. Drafted to Black Prince on 7 Oct 1954–18 Sep 1955, returned to Tamaki and advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) on 26 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist on 14 May 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1956 in that ship to SE Asia, Japan and Korean waters. Served in Supply & Secretariat Division. On RTNZ he was drafted to Philomel until 1 Dec 1959 when he was drafted to Rotoiti for his final sea service. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) 11 Aug 1961. He was next drafted to Philomel again 30 Aug 1961 and then to Tamaki 10 May 1952. DEE 23 May 1963. DEE 23 May 1963. There is no indication of any awards he may have received but he is entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZ GSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Died peacefully at North Shore Hospital on 15 Jul 2013. |
| BEAVINGTON, Sidney Courtney | 204225 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Beckton, London, on 18 May 1926. Six years previous service in Merchant Navy as a steward. Butcher for Hellaby’s at Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 10 Jan 1952. Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 3 Feb 1953. TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and discharged 10 Feb 1953 to unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 24 Jun 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 30 Jun 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Nov 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jan 1954. Served overseas one year 207 days. His original Discharge Cert was returned to Base Records as he had moved from the address given on his discharge papers. He later lived at Blockhouse Bay, Auckland. Died Auckland, 3 Feb 1990 aged 63 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. NZOSM forwarded to his widow in 2002. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BEAZLEY, Alfred Leonard | 302569 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/12/2055 | 10/08/2057 | Born (possibly Whangarei) on 17 Dec 1924. Served in the Titoki District High School Cadets. Enlisted in Regular Force at Whangarei on 22 Apr 1953. Posted to Northern District Transport Company, Papakura, on completion of Basic Course. Also served in Ngaruawahia Camp while in NZ Tpt Coy. One of a small number of Regular Force personnel nominated and seconded to Kayforce 11 Nov 1955. Emplaned 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) at Auckland for passage to Australia then by civil air either Qantas or BCPA to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon 15 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 and RTNZ by air arriving Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 252 days. SOS Kayforce 4 Oct 1957 and reposted to Regular Force at Ngaruawahia Camp. Continued in the Army until discharged at his own request 10 Jun 1960. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) which was initially issued without the clasp ‘Korea 1954-1957’. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM (R). |
| BEAZLEY, Tamati Ngere (Tom) | 204376 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/07/2052 | 21/11/2054 | Born Okaihau, Northland 28 Nov 1926. Labourer at Bay of Islands Dairy Co. Enlisted in Kayforce 23 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. His training for Korean service was conducted in Papakura Camp. Emplaned on RMA Ararangi (Teal flight) at Auckland on 14 Jul 1952 to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Attached to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 26 Feb–14 Mar 1953. Returned to 162 Bty after the rugby trials. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 7–12 Apr 1953. Spent 3–16 Aug 1954 on leave in Japan. Applied to remain in Korea for further 12 months which was approved. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 1 Oct. M/I to NZ Base HQ but the date is uncertain. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Mar 1955. Served overseas two years 131 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died 30 May 2011 aged 83 years. |
| BECK, Peter John Oliver | 11385 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born New Plymouth 29 Sep 1928. Employed by the NZ Post & Telegraph Department prior to entering the RNZN on 6 Feb 1947. Underwent training in Tamaki and was then drafted for service in Bellona. Advanced to Able Seaman 6 Feb 1948. He then served in Taupo and Kaniere before being drafted to Rotoiti 29 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters and RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. On RTNZ was drafted to Taupo 18 Sep–21 Oct 1952, then to Philomel 22 Oct 1952–5 Feb 1953. DEE 5 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Papakura circa 2001. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Papakura 31 May 2008 aged 79 years. |
| BECKER, Kevin (Alias LEACH) | 803140 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Greymouth, West Coast, 20 Sep 1935. Bushman from Reefton. Entered the RNZN as a Stoker 27 May 1954. After training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Bellona 26 Oct 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 1 Apr 1955 and served in Korean waters between Aug 1955 and Jul 1956. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 27 Jun 1955. Later served in Philomel, Kaniere and Pukaki. DEE 11 Aug 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Possibly Entitled to NZDSM and PJM. |
| BECKETT, Peter Douglas | 14299 | Leading Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Rotorua 16 Apr 1935. Worked as a surveyor’s chain man. Enlisted in the RNZN 31 Jul 1952 as a Junior Stoker. After training in Tamaki and Philomel advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 16 Oct 1952 and drafted to Bellona 3 Mar 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1954 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Asia. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 23 Oct 1953. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Served in Philomel 24 Fen–8 Jul 1955 and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Also served in Kiwi very briefly. Drafted to Bellona 6 Aug 1955 and sailed to Britain to return the ship to the Royal Navy. Drafted to Royalist for working up and was a member of the crew which brought the sip to NZ. Royalist was involved in the affair at Suez Also served in Black Prince 16 Apr 1957–20 Jan 1958. His next ship was Kaniere from 21 Jan–19 Oct 1958. Advanced to Acting Leading Engineering Mechanic 1 Apr 1959. The remainder of his service was shared between Philomel and Kaniere. Passed for promotion to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic. DEE 15 Apr 1961. Awarded, NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (NE). |
| BEDFORD, Geoffrey Neil | 206655 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/04/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Wellington on 11 Feb 1929. Formerly a garage attendant at Manthell Motors, Lower Hutt. Joined Regular Force but discharged after nine months service to enlist in Kayforce on 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea circa 25 Apr 1952. Posted to and served in Div HQ Transport Platoon. Hospitalised at the Swedish Red Cross Hospital when he became ill. Not known when he was discharged to his unit. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taupo 6 Jul 2007 aged 78 years. |
| BEDGGOOD, William | 13150 | Stoker | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Tautoro, Kaikohe, 22 Sep 1927. Tally clerk before he enlisted in RNZN on 29 Sep 1949 as a Stoker. Completed technical training courses as a Stoker in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted on 25 May 1950 to Pukaki which sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 in this country's early response to the Korean War. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 29 Sep 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Drafted to Taupo 23 Dec 1950–25 Jan 1953. Returned to Korean waters for service in that area 29 Aug 1951–21 Oct 1952. On RTNZ served in Tamaki before being drafted to Black Prince 27 Sep 1954–1 Sep 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Received Korean War Gratuity. DEE 29 Aug 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 16 Oct 1984 buried Taukawa Tautoro Public Cemetery. |
| BEDINGFIELD, Earle Richard | 336806 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born New Plymouth 3 Feb 1930. Truck driver for Winstone Ltd, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements at New Plymouth on 16 Jun 1954. His training for Korea was conducted in Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Emplaned 12 Oct 1954 at Whenuapai on RNZAF Hastings flight to Japan deplaning 14 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954 and was posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy, effective the following day. Had some minor problems adhering to military discipline. Attached FAP to HQ Comwel Div while on RR leave. Also served briefly at NZ Base HQ. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 20 May 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 179 days. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). At Levin 1994. Living at Palmerston North circa 2002. Died Arohanui Hospice Palmerston North 27 Jan 2021 aged 90 years. Funeral at Beauchamp Funeral Home Palmerston North. |
| BEECH, David John | 207822 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Picton 6 Jun 1926. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. His training for Korea was conducted in Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 162 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul then back to what became the armistice line. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 24 Jun 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 19 Jul 1952 at from Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas on year 223 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Picton, 19 Mar 1989 aged 63 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM which were claimed in 2007. |
| BEER, Ronald George | 34489 | Sergeant | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 23/04/2051 | Born Horrelville, Rangiora, Canterbury, 9 Oct 1919. Employed as a farm labourer then tram conductor before he enlisted in the Army as Private on probation in 1939. Posted from the Army School of Instruction, Trentham Camp to the Northern District Mobilisation Camp, Papakura. Promoted Temporary Corporal on 16 Jan 1940. Embarked 19 Dec 1940 as Temporary Sergeant with 4th Reinforcements for service in 24 Bn, 2 NZEF in Egypt. Posted to 31st (Auckland) Bn and TSFD to Div Ordnance Workshop on 3 Jul 1941. Posted to Mob Laundry on 23 Mar 1942. M/I to 24 Bn ex 31 Bn (date not shown). Posted missing 23 Oct 1942 but then reported as a Battle casualty. Wounded 23 Oct 1942 at El Alamein by mortar bomb explosion. Admitted Med Treatment Stn, 18 South African Fd Amb then TSFD to 19 General Hosp 25 Oct 1942 where partial amputation of middle and index fingers right hand. Also injured left thigh and suffered large wound 10 by 5 inches to lower right leg. TSFD to 2 NZ Gen Hosp on 18 Nov 1942 for further treatment. Plaster removed from leg–full of puss. Medically evacuated to NZ sailing from Suez on 9 Dec 1942 and arriving Lyttelton 11 Jan 1943 as damage was permanent. Served in SD Company RNZASC 1 May 1950–15 May 1954. Seconded to Kayforce (Corporal, Temporary Sergeant on 4 Nov 1950). Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Appointed NCO i/c Transport Section. Admitted Swedish Hosp 13 Jan 1951, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to unit 19 Feb 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 23 Mar 1951 and TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 9 Apr 1951. Medically evacuated with Gunner Elliot from Korea by Qantas Skymaster to Sydney arriving 18 Apr 1951 and disembarked Auckland from the Wanganella 23 Apr 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Re-posted to the RF 30 Jun 1951 and served at SD Company, RNZASC, Addington. TSFD from RNZASC to RNZAOC 18 Oct 1956 and served at 3 Central Ordnance Depot, Burnham Camp, where he held the appointment of Chief Storeman, Vehicle Sub Depot. Awarded NZ Army LS&GC Medal 24 May 1965. Last posting in the Army was to Nelson Army Area Office as he requested to be near his property in that area. Retired as Warrant Officer 1st Class, 6 Nov 1970. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, LS&GC Medal (Military). Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM and entitled to NZDSM. Died Christchurch, 18 Jan 2007 aged 88 years. |
| BEERE, Graeme Maunsell | 11795 | Lieutenant Commander (Electrical) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whangarei on 25 Sep 1921. Was on an exchange with the RN circa 1953–54. Appointed to Royalist on 21 Mar 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 and he then served in HMNZ Dockyard as Senior Electrical Engineer. Later served in Wakefield and then on the staff of Commodore Auckland as Fleet Weapons and Electrical Engineer Officer. In the RNZN Navy List of Aug 1966 he is shown as Director of Weapon and Electrical Engineering. He held the following qualifications–BSc, AMIEE, MIERE, MNZIE. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BEERE, Ronald Herbert | 206399 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 21/06/2052 | Born Gore 18 Dec 1929. Barman at the Taratahi Hotel, Carterton. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements 9 Feb 1951. Emplaned Whenuapai 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Disembarked Kure, Japan, 29 Jul 1951. Disembarked Korea (Pusan?) 16 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZRTU from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to X(v) List. For Clerks Course-Singapore. Qualified for GSM 1918 (GEO VI) clasp ‘Malaya’ by attending a Clerks Course at RASC School, Singapore, 6 Mar 1952–11 Apr 1952. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 19 May 1952 He later lost this medal and it was replaced at cost. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for compassionate RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Oct 1952. Served overseas one year 5 days. Died Greenlane Hospital, Auckland, 29 Nov 1979, aged 46. His funeral service was at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Morrinsville, buried at Piako Lawn Cemetery, Morrinsville. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BEGG, Desmond Morley | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 23/01/2053 | 03/04/2053 | Born Christchurch 23 Nov 1926. Mr Begg spent the early part of his life at Kirwee. where his parents were farming. He was educated at Christchurch West High School, where he showed marked ability as a swimmer and diver. He contributed to the success of the New Zealand University team in defeating Australian Universities by five points. In 1948 and 1949 he won the New Zealand diving championships, and for many years was the Canterbury springboard and tower diving champion. Associated with the South Brighton Surf Club and the Spreydon Swimming Club, he also coached at St Albans. Des Begg was well known as a ventriloquist. juggler and variety and comedy sketch artist. He could play any instrument, and many times performed with dance bands, being as proficient on the harmonica as he was on the trombone. He was considered one of Christchurch’s leading piano tuners and was a member of the Begg family who had a chain of music shops in New Zealand. Emplaned 28 Jan 1953, Concert Party. Took alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, piano accordion, musical bottles, a guitar and four ventriloquist dolls with him to Korea. Admitted Brit Com Z Hospital on 24 Feb 1953 with infective hepatitis, then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan. RTNZ by air 3 Apr 1953. He remained in hospital in Kure for about six weeks. Died Christchurch, 9 Apr 1956 cremated Christchurch. His death was treated as due to war service. |
| BEGG, James William Kenneth | 11501 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Ngaruawahia 29 Aug 1927. Civil occupation–clerk. Enlisted 15 May 1947. Completed initial training in Tamaki and Philomel and was then drafted to the Naval Wireless Station at Waiouru. Served as Telegraphist in Tutira from 21 Sep 1949 to 4 Nov 1950. Sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 in this country's early response to the Korean War. TSFD to Pukaki and RTNZ on that ship arriving back in NZ on 2 Dec 1950. Later served in the Naval Wireless station at Waiouru (Irirangi) and served in the cruiser Bellona 11 Jan–28 Sep 1952. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist on 28 Mar 1952. Bellona sailed from Auckland on 24 Jun 1952 to combine a training voyage, a major exercise with NATO and uplift of Naval stores and other equipment from the RN in Britain. While in Britain he served in HMS Mercury the RN Signals School for one week to observe new equipment in service. On RTNZ he served in Irirangi 13 Jan–14 Apr 1953. DEE 14 May 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. Died Browns Bay, Auckland, 5 Nov 2015, aged 88 years. |
| BEIRNE, Bernard Arthur | 13486 | Leading Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Whanganui 10 Jun 1926. Was a telephone Exchange Clerk before he enlisted in RNZN on Thursday 28 Sep 1950. After his initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Lachlan (survey ship) 25 Aug 1951–10 Jan 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 11 Jan 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 to 23 Nov 1954 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve in Korean waters during second deployment of ship to Korea. While in Korean waters also served from 5 Mar to 11 Apr 1953 in HMS Newcastle, a 6-inch gun cruiser that served through WWII before returning to Hawea and then to New Zealand on 29 Aug 1953. Also served in Black Prince as Mechanician (Engineering) 1. Drafted to Bellona 19 Aug 1955 and advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 1 Mar 1956. Was part of the crew that took this ship back to the UK and sailed Royalist to New Zealand being involved in the Suez affair 1956 on the way home. On RTNZ Bernard was drafted to Philomel 1 Apr 1957. His remaining time in service was shared between time in Philomel and Tamaki. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM, Entitled to NZDSM. DEE from RNZN 27 Sep 1958. Died 8 Nov 2003 aged 77 years. List supplied by Ronald McMillan. |
| BELL, Arthur | 208597 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Christchurch 6 May 1927. Train examiner for New Zealand Railways (Cars and Wagons) at Springfield. Enlisted in Kayforce on 21 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. His training for Korea was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Understood to have served mainly in the Armistice Area. Admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb 11–19 Dec 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 Mar 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 24 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 17 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 280 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Member of Air Training Corps? Died Christchurch, 13 March 2012 aged 84 years. |
| BELL, Arthur William | 12696 | Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Sheerness, Kent, UK, 15 Jun 1923. Previous service in the Royal Navy with Service No C/KX154002 from 29 Apr 1943 to 20 Sep 1946. Enlisted in RNZN 27 Feb 1949. Drafted to HMNZS Tutira and left NZ to serve in Korean waters 3 Jul 1950. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 to serve in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast. TSFD to Pukaki 4 Nov 1950 for RTNZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in Lachlan and Bellona and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 1 Dec 1951. Served in Hawea 30 Nov 1953 to 30 Nov 1955 during which time he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 15 Jul 1954 and later to Acting Petty Officer Mechanic (Engineering). Drafted to Bellona 31 Mar 1955 and advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 18 Sep 1955. Went to the UK with this ship and returned to NZ in Royalist and was involved in the Suez affair during the return journey. No medals mentioned on his file apart from his Naval Long Service Good Conduct Medal. His photo shows the following ribbons on his uniform 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, France & Germany Star, War Medal, Naval GSM 1915 (clasp not known), Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged to RA 21 Oct 1964. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM. |
| BELL, Brian Douglas | 12046 | Stoker | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Gisborne, 11 Jan 1930. Farmhand from Gisborne area before he entered the RNZN on 27 May 1948 as a Stoker. After training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Taupo 16 May 1949. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 27 May 1949. Taupo sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korean waters as part of the UN Naval forces during the Korean War. He remained in Taupo until 20 May 1953. Served in Philomel 26 Jan–20 May 1953 and was then drafted to Irirangi 21 May 1953–6 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 26 May 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BELL, Charles Rangiriri | 206126 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Levin 1 May 1923. Enlisted in the Army 10 Heavy Regt, NZA with Service No 2/15/1150 in 1940. TSFD to 2 NZEF. Embarked with 2nd Section, 11th Reinforcements 31 Mar 1944 and served during WWII in 28 (Maori) Battalion in Italy (805188, Private, Infantry Reinforcements, Upholsterer from Palmerston North. Served in Egypt, Palestine and Italy. Served overseas during WWII for one year 106 days. Next-of-kin Mrs P. Bell (mother) of Wellington.) RTNZ 23 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Carpenter at State Forestry, Nelson. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a gun number in 163 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul wherever the battery went. Accidentally injured with crushed chest which caused Charles to be hospitalised for one month. RTNZ on furlough 30 Aug 1952. Re-embarked for Korea 12 Feb 1953. M/O from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 18 Apr 1953. RTNZ 5 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 75 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Nov 1953. Died Wellington 26 Jul 2005 aged 78 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BELL, Frank Leslie (Dinger) | 13455 | Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Dunedin 5 Oct 1927. Pastry cook in Dunedin before joining the RNZN as an Assistant Cook 22 Sep 1950. After his initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Philomel where he remained until 7 Jul 1952. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) on 21 May 1951. Drafted to Hawea 1 Jul 1952 and sailed for Korea a few weeks later on 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but remained in Hawea until 4 Nov 1953. Drafted to Tamaki 5 Nov 1953 to 20 Sep 1955 and advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) on 7 Dec 1954. Drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955 and was a crewman that took the ship back to the UK and then TSFD to the newly modernised Royalist. Royalist was involved in the Suez affair and her crew entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (NE). DEE 5 Oct 1958. Died Waldronville (near Dunedin) 16 Feb 1975 and buried at Anderson's Bay. Not known if his family ever claimed his medals which may well include Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and later issues of the NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BELL, Hugh | 14958 | Ordnance Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch 21 Jun 1928. Employed as a toolmaker before he entered the RNZN on 11 Dec 1953 as an Acting Ordnance Artificer 4th Class. He underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by further work in Philomel. Travelled on 26 Apr 1954 in Black Prince to HMAS Cerberus to attend an OA 4 qualifying course, receive instructions on Reserve Fleet Maintenance methods and complete other advanced courses. He qualified OA4 on 11 Dec 1954 but remained in Cerberus until RTNZ to Philomel on 6 Feb 1956. Also served in Black Prince and Pukaki where he advanced to Ordnance Artificer 3rd Class on 11 Dec 1956. Drafted to Royalist 28 Jun 1957 and sailed from Auckland in Endeavour on 21 Jun 1956 to join Royalist in Sydney on 28 Jun. Served in the Artificer Division. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 but Hugh remained in this ship until drafted to Philomel 23 Oct 1959. Was sent to Britain in Jun 1960 to be a member of the crew to bring Taranaki to NZ and appears to have attended a further course as he advanced to Ordnance Artificer 2nd Class on 11 Dec 1960. Drafted to Taranaki 28 Mar 1961 and came back to NZ making New Plymouth the first port of call. Advanced to Ordnance Artificer 1st Class 1 Jan 1962. He then served in Philomel, Royalist, COMAUCK, Taranaki again and later in Otago in Apr 1972. Discharged Dead 8 Apr 1973 died of illness while in service aged 44 years. His family often wondered whether the nuclear test was the ultimate cause of his death. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZ Special Service Medal (Nuclear Tests). |
| BELL, James | 13747 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Batley, Yorkshire, UK, 7 Dec 1920. Employed in the fabrics industry as a cloth cutter before he enlisted in the Royal Navy 3 May 1939 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No D/KX 96850. He served in HMS Calypso a former WWI light cruiser 19 Nov 1939 which was torpedoed and sunk south of Crete 12 Jun 1940 by the Italian Submarine Bagnolini. Next served in HMS Resource and heavy depot ship in the Mediterranean. Drafted to HMS Warspite (battleship) 17 May 1941–27 Aug 1942 advanced to Acting Leading Stoker 6 Feb 1942. Warspite was involved in convoy escorts to Malta and was off Crete when the Germans attacked. Hit by a bomb and further damaged by a 500kg near miss. Had to sail to the USA for repairs and he was probably TSFD to HMS Royal Sovereign 28 Aug 1942 at Kilindini, Kenya. James Bell returned to Britain in Royal Sovereign and next served in HMS Helford (River-class frigate) 14 May 1943–11 Mar 1946. He advanced and reached Acting Stoker Petty Officer 5 May 1945. While in HMS Helford he served in the Indian Ocean based at HMS Kongoni (Durban) HMS Sheba (Aden) and HMS Lanka (Ceylon now Sri Lanka) and then went to HMS Golden Hind (Sydney). On return to Britain he served at HMS Drake, in HMS Pembroke and then in HMS Alaunia (heavy repair ship) advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Oct 1948 and in HMS Howe (battleship) located at Portsmouth where she served as the flagship of the Training Squadron. Released from the RN 29 Nov 1951 for entry into the RNZN. Entered the RNZN on 30 Nov 1951 at Maori as Stoker Petty Officer and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on succeeding days. In Philomel 25 Dec 1951. Drafted to Lachlan 22 Mar 1953–2 Apr 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 18 Oct 1954–13 Aug 1956 and sailed from Auckland for service in South Asia and Korea on 28 Apr 1955. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. Pukaki RTNZ on 21 May 1956 And he then served in Black Prince 14 Aug 1956–3 Jan 1957. Advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) 1 Aug 1956. His final service was in Philomel 4 Jan–29 Nov 1957. Discharged to RA 29 Nov 1957. A group of medals offered for sale by Military Memorabilia in Nov 2011 included 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He was not awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal but was later entitled to NZOSM, Naval GSM clasp ‘Malaya’ and NZGSM (K). It is not known if he received any of these latter awards. |
| BELL, Leslie Charles | 208895 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 20/05/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Quivvy, Belturbet, County Cavan, Eire, on 3 May 1930. Post & Telegraph Linesman at Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 8 Dec 1952. Most of his training was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 on Teal flight bound for Sydney Australia and continued by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Japan 23 May 1953. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Applied for compassionate discharge in Ireland where his parents lived but embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ on Teal flight arriving at Auckland. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jan 1955. Returned initially to Taumarunui. Served overseas one year 185 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 26 Dec 2006 aged 76 years. His funeral service was at the Parish Church of St Paul, Withington, UK. |
| BELL, Peter Charles | 11651 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hamilton, New Zealand, 2 Apr 1932. Enlisted 6 Nov 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. Served in the 6-inch cruiser Bellona as Signalman Boy and was promoted Ordinary Signalman 2 Apr 1950. Advanced to Signalman 2 Jun 1951. Drafted to Taupo 6 Jun 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 and travelled to Korea via Singapore and Hong Kong. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Brisbane. Also served in Philomel and attended a course at HMAS Cerberus 27 Mar to 11 Jun 1953. Drafted to Tui 3 Dec 1953 to 16 Apr 1955 and advanced to Acting Leading Signalman 15 Nov 1954. Drafted to Wakefield (in Wellington) 17 Apr 1955 to 23 Mar 1956 and advanced to Leading Signalman 15 Nov 1955. DEE 1 Apr 1956. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. After leaving the RNZN he took up an adult apprenticeship as a carpenter. Died Paraparaumu 7 Nov 2007 aged 75 years. |
| BELL, Ronald Carruthers | 203685 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 29/07/2052 | Born London, UK, 16 Oct 1910. Five years previous service in RAF, Aero Engine Fitter. Then employed by Tasman Empire Airways Limited, New Zealand. Enlisted in Kayforce during Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Photographed with snow on a Korean hillside where a NZ 161 Bty was in position. Vehicle Mechanic in 16 Fd Regt. Suffered deafness through being in gun line for over 12 months. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 25 Jul 1952 Roll No.155 and deplaned NZ 29 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Oct 1952. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BELL, Tore Thomas | 206967 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 07/06/2055 | Born Auckland 28 Oct 1926. Previous service in RNZAF and Army (Service No 827277). Embarked 29 May 1946 for service in the British Commonwealth Occupation Force in Japan. RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. SOS 2 NZEF 13 Jan 1948. Taxi Driver at Taumarunui. Enlisted on 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements and was attested at Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight at to Sydney. He was one of 28 on this flight. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 16 Dec 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached to HQ, RASC, 1 Comwel Div from 16 Dec 1952 to 4 Apr 1953. Committed several breaches of military discipline and received up to 55 days detention as published in Routine Orders, Part II. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy and was employed in Kayforce HQ Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 9 Aug 1954. Granted a 12-month extension for service in Korea. Later promoted Temporary Sergeant 8 Nov 1954 while employed as Administration Sergeant. Promoted to Sergeant 15 Apr 1955. Returned to Australia in SS Yunan and flew from Sydney to New Zealand. Served overseas 2 years 180 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1955. Awarded War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Mangere, Auckland, 20 Jan 1989 aged 53 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BELL, William James | 207940 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/02/2053 | Born Wyndham, Southland 24 Apr 1926. Clerk at Otago Motors Ltd, Dunedin. Enlisted on 13 Sep 1950 in KMB at Dunedin. Underwent training for Korea at Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Was involved in many heavy artillery bombardments in support of Allied forces. Promoted Lance Bombardier. Accidentally injured 20 Nov 1951, with petrol burns to arms and legs. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb. “No action required”. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches, “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea, during the period 1st July to 31st December,1952.” London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402, as Bombardier. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 18 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and discharge via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953. Discharged 20 Apr 1953. Served overseas 2 years 58 days. Died Dunedin, 25 Nov 1998, aged 72 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BELLASS, Phillip Walter | 203699 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Matangihau, Northland, 22 Apr 1929. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. After training for Korea in Burnham Camp he was chosen for Advance Party No.1. This comprised of 22 men in this group (which included Brig Park, Major Pleasants and Lieutenant Peter King) and emplaned on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool. Admitted to hospital 16 Jan 1951. In Feb 1952 was near the Korean Village of Han San Rie. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 30 Aug 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Huntly, 10 Jan 1987 aged 62 years. |
| BELLERBY, John Howard | 14349 | Leading Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born York, Yorkshire, UK, 1 Aug 1926. Employed as a clerk before he entered the Royal Navy on 1 Aug 1944 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No P/JX 537558. He underwent training at the following shore stations HMS Royal Arthur, Glendower, Valkyrie, Collingwood and was posted to HMS Striker an escort carrier 26 Oct 1944–17 Jan 1946 and advanced to Able Seaman 11 Mar 1945 with a classification of Radar Plotter 3rd Class. In Oct 1944 Striker sailed for Australia with 618 Mosquito Squadron for mine laying operations against Japanese shipping and then joined the British Pacific Fleet where she was used as a replenishment carrier operating from Manus and Sydney. Was in Collingwood 18 Jan–24 Apr 1946 and then in Vanguard Britain's largest battleship 25 Apr–2 Oct 1946. Drafted 12 Mar 1947 to the destroyer HMS Concord which sailed to join the British Pacific Fleet and was based at Hong Kong. Also took part on attempts to rescue HMS Amethyst which was trapped in the Yangtze River. Able Seaman Bellerby returned to the UK, 25 Jul 1949. Drafted to HMS Resource a repair ship 10 Feb–11 Jun 1950. Released from the RN 13 Jul 1950. His WWII medals unknown but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star and War Medal. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori 18 Nov 1952 as an Able Seaman. Served in Philomel 22 Nov 1952–18 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Also served in Philomel, Paea and in Black Prince. DEE 17 Nov 1958. Later entitled to NZOSM, UN Korea Medal and NGSM (M). |
| BELLVE, Ronald Keith Leslie | 527215 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Tauranga 12 May 1933. Truck driver at Tauranga. 4th Intake CMT then served in Hauraki Regt one year. Enlisted in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last) in Tauranga on 14 Oct 1955. His training for Korea was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned in an RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai on 10 Jan 1956 and flew to Korea via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, Hiro, Japan. M/I to NZ Base HQ on deplanement on 13 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956. Travelled to Inchon by ship and entered Korea 23 Jan 1956. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Jan 1957 and appointed 2i/c Transport Section. Attached to Brit Com Sub Area North for one week in Mar 1956. Admitted to 43 MASH 19 Apr–2 May 1956. Chief Clerk NZ Tpt Platoon. Promoted Corporal 25 Jun 1957. Attached to 1 Bn Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders 6 Aug 1956 and returned to unit 14 Sep 1956. Attached FAP to 1 Bn Royal Sussex Regt 1 Nov 1956–16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 for RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaned Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 214 days. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharged Kayforce 30 Sep 1957. Posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Died Whangarei 29 Oct 1993 aged 60 years. |
| BENFELL, David Keith | 920264 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Dunedin 11 Feb 1932. Boot maker for Sargood Son & Ewen, Dunedin. Serving TF soldier in 1 Casualty Clearing Station, RNZAMC. Enlisted in Kayforce on 19 Jun 1953 in Dunedin. He was trained for deployment to Korea in Burnham and Papakura Camps. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and thence to Japan by civil air (Qantas?). Deplaned Japan 7 Nov 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt on 20 Nov 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney deplaning Wellington 22 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 19 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Timaru, 15 Dec 1997 aged 65 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BENFELL, Raymond Walter | 11386 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Invercargill 19 Dec 1928. Served in the RNZAF for a short time being discharged on 28 Sep 1946. Process worker for Exide Batteries at Petone. Entered the RNZN on 6 Feb 1947. Served for one year in Bellona, then joined Black Prince. Trade speciality Quarters Armourer. First deployment of Tutira to Korea which left NZ on 3 Jul 1950 and RTNZ 30 May 1951. This deployment also saw Tutira as a guard ship at the Inchon Landings. Later served in Royalist on its delivery voyage in 1956 during the Suez crisis. Discharged 5 Feb 1967. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals issued 4 Jul 1985. Discharged 5 Feb 1967 as Chief Petty Officer. Also awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Died Katikati, 10 Oct 2003, aged 74 years. |
| BENGE, John William | 31325 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/03/2055 | 16/02/2056 | Born England on 12 Dec 1916. Served as Leading Aircraftman, RNZAF (391464) during WWII enlisting in the Transport Section RNZAF Station Levin. Promoted Leading Aircraftman Jun 1941. Embarked for Fiji Aug 1941 and RTNZ 12 months later. Discharged from RNZAF and enlisted in 2 NZEF. Promoted Lance Corporal Dec 1942. Embarked for New Caledonia Mar 1943 to serve in 4 Composite Coy ASC, 8 Brigade 2 NZEF IP. Aug 1943 embarked for Guadalcanal. Oct 1943 landed on Treasury Group of Islands. Promoted Sergeant May 1943. Embarked for NZ Oct 1944. Embarked for Egypt Feb 1945 and arrived in Maadi Camp Mar 1945. Embarked for Italy and appointed Sergeant in Transport Platoon 1 Div Sigs Coy and served until campaign ended. Mentioned in Despatches for service in Italy. Embarked for NZ Feb 1946 and was discharged from 2 NZEF Jun 1946. Issued with 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal and two Oak Leaf emblems 18 Jan 1948. Joined Regular Force in Feb 1948. Emplaned 29 Mar 1955 for Korea on Teal flight from Harewood (Christchurch). Entered Japan 1 Apr 1955 and entered Korea 11 Apr 1955. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Also served in NZ Base HQ. Attached to Brit Com Sub-Area South Burial Party. Emplaned Japan 13 Feb 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 16 Feb 1956. Served overseas 315 days. Struck off strength of Kayforce and re-posted to Regular Force on RTNZ on 16 Feb 1956. Also awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Later WOI, NZASC. Appointed Barrack Master Burnham Camp 15 Feb 1959. Later appointed Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant, Burnham Camp. Also served in 3 Tpt Coy and SD Coy RNZASC. Appointed MBE (Military) in 1964, awarded, LS&GC Medal (Military). Discharged from the Army as a Warrant Officer 1st Class 26 Feb 1967. Died Christchurch, 26 Jun 1985 aged 69 years. |
| BENJAMIN, John Sydney | 11203 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Napier on 20 Sep 1930. Enlisted 11 Jul 1946 as Boy 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki he like many others of his era served in Bellona 1947–48 for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 20 Sep 1948. Also served in Taupo, Hawea and advanced to Able Seaman on 20 Jun 1950. He then served in Lachlan and Philomel before sailing from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 in Hawea for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Awarded Korean War Medal and UN Korean Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged Sep 1954. Died Christchurch 30 Jan 2012 aged 82 years. |
| BENNETT, David George | 1405 | Boy 2nd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/02/2054 | Born Stockton Mine, Westland 22 Nov 1936. Enlisted 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. Underwent training in Tamaki and in Philomel and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 24 Jul 1952. Served in Bellona and Taupo. Drafted to Kaniere 11 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. On RTNZ he was in Philomel and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 22 May 1954. Sent to HMAS Watson to attend courses 8 Oct 1954–1 Feb 1955. Back in NZ he served in P3551 a Harbour Defence Motor Launch also known as HMNZS Mako then in P3552 also known as Paea. His next ship was Bellona 21 Sep 1955 and advanced to Able Seaman 22 Aug 1955. He sailed in Bellona to Britain where the ship was returned to the RN and he became a member of the crew of Royalist 17 Apr 1956–25 Mar 1957 when that ship was brought to NZ. Also served in Black Prince on three occasions. Also served in Rotoiti 18 Mar 1958–9 Aug 1959 in Malayan waters. His final sea service was in Royalist 18 Aug 1960–11 Oct 1961. He served out the remainder of his engagement in Philomel 12 Oct 1961–21 Nov 1962. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Naval GSM (M). DEE 21 Nov 1962. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. |
| BENNETT, Ivan Joseph | 204202 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Rotorua 17 Feb 1927. Served in Jayforce, BCOF, Japan, Service No 811971. Embarked from NZ 15 Jul 1947. RTNZ 16 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 17 Sep 1948. Mill hand at Mamaku. Enlisted at Rotorua on 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for travel and disembarked Kure, Japan 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Commenced CATC Course 18 Jun 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 1–9 Jul 1952 but remained on X(ii) List. M/I NZRTU and then went onto NZ Base HQ 9 Ful, M/I 16 Fd Regt 20 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Aug 1952 and appointed Gun 2i/c. Also Troop Bombardier on occasion. Later promoted Temporary Bombardier 15 Nov 1952; promoted Temporary Sergeant 30 Dec 1952 and appointed Gun No.1. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 292 days. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Auckland, 20 Dec 1997 aged 70 years. |
| BENNETT, John George | 204009 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Newburn, UK, 4 Aug 1920. Previous service in the Royal NZ Navy for nine years from about May 1938 (Service No NZ1597) and was honourably discharged as a Leading Cook. Canister maker for Alex Harvey Sons, Auckland. Enlisted on 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked on in the Wahine on 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni, 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 and entered Korea 4 Sep. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and employed as driver. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 11 Jan 1952 and appointed LMG No.1 as well as being driver. Promoted Lance Corporal 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BENNETT, Paul Buddy (Buddy) | 622564 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/01/2053 | 21/07/2054 | Born Whanganui on 26 Jul 1930. Farmer from Kai-iwi, Whanganui. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952. in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Japan 31 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 19 Mar 1953. Attended artillery course at CATC Inchon 31 Jan–14 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jan 1954; Temporary Bombardier 6 May 1954; Temporary Sergeant 11 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni, 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned at Harewood (Christchurch) 21 Jul. Discharged 31 Aug 1954. Joined Regular Force. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957 and disembarked at Singapore 15 Dec 1957. Entered Nee Soon Camp before heading north to Taiping. Served in HQ Coy, 1 NZ Regt. Promoted Lance Corporal and served as mortar man in Mortar Platoon. Qualified on Tracking Course and was recommended as a Tracker team commander. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ issued on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. RTNZ on TSS Captain Cook disembarking at Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Original medals lost and were replaced at cost. Also awarded NZOSM, PJM and KWSM. Living in Bicton, West Australia 2007. Died Whanganui, 19 Jun 2009 aged 78 years. |
| BENNETT, Revell Erroll Vivien | 15358 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dargaville 29 Aug 1939. He was a schoolboy at Raurimu before he entered the RNZN on 31 Mar 1955 as a Boy 2nd Class. Served in Tamaki until 5 Sep 1956. Drafted to Hawea 6 Sep 1956–14 Feb 1957. Also served in Rotoiti 15 Feb–8 Apr 1954. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 28 Feb 1957. Drafted 20 May 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve on the Second Commission Voyage in SE Asian and Korean waters. Served in the Communication Division. On RTNZ was in Philomel but RUN 25 Sep 1958. Dismissed SNLR 23 Dec 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BENNETT, Walter Fredrick | 203700 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Auckland on 18 Dec 1926. Fireman at the Auckland Metropolitan Fire Brigade. Attested in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. His training appeared to have been in Papakura and Waiouru camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea. He was a member of the Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul and came bac south when the Chines pushed the allies back. Was involved in some heavy fighting. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed the return to NZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat Aparima ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 217 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland, 10 Jun 1986, in his 60th year. Cremated North Shore Crematorium. |
| BENNETT, William Drummond | 675138 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 17/06/2056 | Born Masterton 29 May 1932. Horticulturalist from Palmerston North. 2nd Intake Compulsory Military Training, later attached to 2 Field Dressing Station. Attested 28 Jul 1954 in Kayforce 18th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Iwakuni, Japan 16 Dec 1954. TSFD to RNZAMC on 4 Jan 1955. Entered Korea on 14 Mar 1955. Attached FAP to HQ R.B.D. 20–22 Jan 1956; Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956. Also attached to NZ Base HQ From time to time. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Mar 1955 and to Corporal 1 Jul 1955. Married a Japanese woman. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Jun 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned 17 Jun 1956 from RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai. Served overseas one year 187 days. Discharged 19 Aug 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BENNISON, Stewart Vernon | 208600 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/06/2052 | 19/06/2053 | Born Dunedin 17 Oct 1920. Embarked 27 Jun 1941 with 6th Reinforcements for 2 NZ Expeditionary Force. Served in Africa and Italy. RTNZ 6 Sep 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Driver for H. Knowles at Ranfurly. Enlisted 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Christchurch. Emplaned 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight at Wellington for Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jul 1952. M/I NZRTU on deplanement in Japan. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Admitted 8055 MASH Battle Casualty 14 Feb 1953. Mortar wounds legs and arms. Left leg amputated at hip at 8043 MASH, placed on dangerously ill list. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Jun 1953 for RTNZ as surgical lying case. Deplaned Wellington 19 Jun 1953 surgical stretcher case. Promoted Lance Bombardier 1 Mar 1953. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Mar 1954 medically unfit. Served overseas 357 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 27 Apr 1985 aged 65 years cremated Bromley crematorium. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.205 was sent 25 Jan 1957 to his address in Christchurch. |
| BENSON, Lancelot Couper | 208467 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born Raetihi 25 Apr 1929. Driver for Highways Construction Coy, Nelson. Enlisted in Kayforce 1st Replacement on 14 Jan 1952. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney on 27 May 1952. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952. One of 17 soldiers who embarked 14 Jan 1954 on HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ and travelled via Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Suva. Disembarked Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 12 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in Regular Force Apr 1959 as a butcher. Discharged at his own request in Dec 1959. Died Christchurch 17 Feb 1974 aged 45. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BENSON, Leslie Leonard Bernard | 204290 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 28/03/2054 | Born Romford, Essex, UK, 22 Jul 1930. Labourer employed by NZ Loan and Mercantile Company, Parnell. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement draft on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952. Posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Appears to have been employed in Battery HQ. Had problems adhering to military discipline. He requested discharge in the UK. Travelled to the UK on HMT Devonshire, departing from Kure, Japan on 28 Mar 1954 and was discharged in UK, 12 Jul 1954. Served one year 324 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. He was one of three who embarked Kure, Japan 28 Mar 1954, in HMT Devonshire to be discharged in the UK, See Also 206755 Sergeant Bond and 204460 Gunner Greasby. |
| BENT, Leslie Raymond | 921323 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZA | 10/01/2056 | 02/11/2056 | Born Oamaru 30 Mar 1933. Labourer employed by O'Connell and McEwen Ltd, Dunedin. Completed 3 years’ service under CMT scheme as Gunner, RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce on 10 Oct 1955 as a 20th Reinforcements (the last). Emplaned Whenuapai 10 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings. Flew to Korea via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima and deplaned Japan 13 Jan 1956. Travelled to Inchon by ship. Entered Korea 22 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jan 1956 and then posted to NZ Transport Platoon as Clerk 15 May 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Oct 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Oct 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 2 Nov 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Dec 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) Served overseas 298 days. Brother of Neville Nelson Bent. |
| BENT, Neville Nelson | 208125 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 14/10/2053 | Born Oamaru 29 Jul 1930. Surveyor's labourer at the Roxburgh Hydro dam. Enlisted in Kayforce, Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked on the Wahine on 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea and disembarked Pusan 15 Oct 1951. Posted to NZ Component (C Troop) of 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Had problems adhering to military discipline as shown in Kayforce Routine Orders published weekly. Spent nearly six weeks in Brit Com General Hospital May-Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 14 Oct 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jan 1954. Served overseas two years 75 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Former member of Air Training Corps (ATC)? Died Christchurch 22 Jul 2007 seven days before his 77th birthday. Brother of Leslie Ramond BENT q.v. |
| BENTLEY, James William | 211333 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/04/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Upper Hutt on 21 Jun 1921. Driver for Ministry of Works at Trentham. Enlisted in Kayforce on 9 Dec 1953. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Entered Korea on 4 May 1954. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 9 Oct 1954 in rank of Driver. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 on RNZAF Hastings and RTNZ via Guam, Manos Island, Amberley deplaning Auckland 7 May 1955. Served overseas one year 18 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt, 21 Jul 2001 aged 80 years. |
| BENTON, Ivan William George | 1525 | Master at Arms | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Pahiatua. Was a farmhand possibly on the family farm before he entered the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy on 15 Oct 1937 as a Boy 2nd Class. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 26 Feb 1939. Underwent initial Training in HMS Philomel. Drafted to HMS Leander 29 Sep–19 Oct 1938. Drafted 20 Oct 1938 to HMS Achilles and was on board at the Battle of the River Plate together with HMS Exeter and HMS Ajax on 13 Dec 1939 against the German pocket battleship Graf Spee and caused the German ship damage and was eventually scuttled by her crew outside the neutral port of Montevideo. Returning to NZ he was held in Philomel pending a TOD to HMAS Cerberus 11 Oct–28 Dec 1940. Drafted to Leander 29 Dec 1940 as an Able Seaman and was on board when the ship captured the Italian Raider Ram I in the Indian Ocean. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) on 9 Jul 1942. Later Leander was part of the ANZAC Squadron and was took part in escorting and patrol work in the Solomon Islands area. She was found to have cracked fuel-tank plating and had to come back to NZ for a three-month refit. Leander returned to Espirito Santo in Mar 1943 and joined a US Task Force near Savo Island and while in the area off New Georgia was hit by a Japanese torpedo and severely damaged. Leander had repairs suitable to allow return to NZ where further repairs were made before she sailed to an American shipyard for major repairs. She was effectively out of the war. Ivan Benton remained in Philomel and then served in the Pacific in minesweepers such as Whakariro, Sandra, Hinau and Waipu. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic, Africa and Pacific Stars, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. He also received some Prize Money. Continued RNZN service, now Petty Officer (Temporary), in Achilles 28 Apr–30 Sep 1946 and sailed 17 Jul 1946 to return Achilles to the RN and then brought Bellona back to this country in Dec 1946. Served in Philomel, Bellona and Rotoiti as Regulating Petty Officer 28 Nov 1948–6 Oct 1950. Drafted to Tutira 7 Oct 1950 and took passage to Japan in Rotoiti to join Tutira at Sasebo. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. On RTNZ Was in Tamaki 18 Jul 1951 and advanced to Master at Arms (MAA) 12 Jun 1952. Then served in Bellona, Philomel and Black Prince. His last postings were short and were in Tamaki, Irirangi and Royalist 4 Jul–30 Sep 1958. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity on 19 Dec 1958. Discharged to RA 25 May 1959 engagement completed. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BENYON, Reginald Thomas | 207711 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Med Sec | RNZAMC | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Kumara, West Coast, on 5 Apr 1925. Sawmill hand at Okuku Sawmilling Company, Kumara, West Coast. Embarked 15 Jul 1947 and served in BCOF, Japan (644393, Sergeant) as Sergeant in Regimental Aid Post. RTNZ 16 Aug 1948 and SOS Jayforce 23 Sep 1948. Boot maker working for Suckling Bros, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Corporal in Waiouru and TSFD from RNZA to RNZAMC on 1 Nov 1950 as Nursing Orderly. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan (now known as Pusan). Promoted Corporal 1 Jan 1951. Attached to 16 Fd Regt FAP as medical orderly. Ceased to be attached to 16 Fd Regt on 19 Jun 1951. Marched into NZ Base on 19 Jun 1951. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Sep 1951 while holding appointment of Medical Orderly NZ Base HQ. Reverted to Corporal Acting Sergeant for period before returning to Temporary Sergeant rank. Promoted on Sergeant 2 Apr 1952. Sergeant Benyon was Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953, p.424), “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1st January to 30th June,1952”. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to deplane Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. MID certificate despatched 9 Sep 1955. Died Christchurch, 2 Oct 1966 aged 41 years. Buried at Christchurch Memorial Park. Entitled to NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BERGERSEN, Raymond Joseph | 204298 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 10/12/2053 | Born Ohakune on 11 Aug 1930. Driver for Ministry of Works at Tauranga. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 11 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight for Sydney. Travelled on by civil airlines to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Entered Korea at Pusan on 25 May 1952. Had some problems adhering to military discipline. Emplaned Iwakuni on 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland on 10 Dec 1953. SOS Kayforce on 10 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 209 days. Died Ohakune 28 May 1990 aged 60 years. Buried Ohakune. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BERGHAN, Robert | 206121 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Dargaville on 24 Jan 1928. Previous service as a seaman in the Merchant Navy. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. May have been a clerk as he completed a typing course at Trentham Camp before leaving New Zealand. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Accidentally injured and admitted to K9 Dispensary for treatment 28 Jan 1951. Discharged from K9 Dispensary and TSFD to X(iv) List and remains RNZA. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU 22 Mar 1951. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned Japan 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Busby, Australia circa 1993. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BERNEY, Bruce Jerome | 207842 | Lance Corporal | NZ Base HQ Ord Sec | RNZAOC | 25/11/2050 | 08/05/2054 | Born Oamaru on 7 Feb 1925. Served in RNZAF (Service No 431149) during WWII as his number suggests he was enlisted in 1943. Also served in BCOF, Japan (639732, Private, Infantry Corps, Clerk from Johnsonville. Next-of-kin, Mrs O.E. Berney (mother) C/–Post Office, Richmond. General duties employee for State Hydro Department, Cobb River, South Island. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Lance Corporal Storeman at Waiouru 1 Nov 1950. Photographed on board the freighter Ganges as a member of the Advance Party. Embarked 25 Nov 1950 with Freighter Advance Party No.2, travelling in MV Ganges which contained a number of light vehicles, all the guns, some 10 tons of tentage and 170 tons of ammunition. Disembarked Pusan 15 Dec 1950. At NZ Detachment Kure 1 Aug 1951. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant at NZ Base HQ 5 Feb 1951. Promoted Sergeant on 28 Feb 1951. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant while holding appointment of 2i/c NZ Base Ordnance Section 5 Mar 1951. Emplaned Japan 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ on furlough arriving NZ 2 Aug 1952. Re-embarked on Teal aircraft for second tour to Korea on 23 Dec 1952. Re-entered Japan 27 Dec 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit 7 Jan 1953, Ebisu Camp, Tokyo. Admitted to Tokyo Army Hospital 27 Sep 1953, after a jeep accident and remained there for three months. Also spent time in Brit Com Gen Hosp, Tokyo. Emplaned Japan 8 May 1954 for RTNZ. Returned as medical cot case on 14 May 1954 because of acute pancreatitis. Died Christchurch, 22 Feb 1973, interred at Ruru Services Cemetery. His Medals appear to be War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49, NZ GSM (K) and KWSM. |
| BEROS, Maurice | 203590 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born Te Kuiti on 26 Feb 1929. Mechanical shovel operator and bulldozer operator for Beros Bros Lime Works, Te Kuiti. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked on 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Family company applied for his early return as the business was unable to find a replacement bulldozer driver and mechanical shovel operator at the Lime Works. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 26 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni on 7 May 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.214 was sent on 25 Jan 1957 to his given address in Te Kuiti. Died Te Awamutu, 15 Oct 1988 aged 59 years. Interred at Te Awamutu Services cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BERRIDGE, Neville Arnold (Bill) | 10681 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Auckland 7 Jul 1929. Farm hand from Matamata. Joined RNZN on 5 Apr 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training and served in Tamaki. Served in Achilles May–Sep 1946 and was one of the crew who returned this vessel to the RN and brought Bellona to NZ to be part of the RNZN Fleet. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 7 Jan 1947 ant to Able Seaman on 4 Oct 1947. He served in Bellona on several occasions alternating between her and Philomel. He served in the Reserve Fleet and changed his trade to Acting Electricians Mate 1st Class on 8 Oct 1948. Drafted to Rotoiti on 29 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korea on the second deployment of Rotoiti. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 28 Feb 1953 during his time in Korean waters. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. DEE on 7 Jul 1953. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Sydney, Australia 4 Apr 2011 aged 81 years. |
| BERRIDGE, Robin John (GARDNER) | 301250 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 29/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Auckland 28 Mar 1931. Bulldozer driver from Whangarei. Attested in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1952. Former CMT Trainee. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Papakura and Burnham Camps. Posted to RNZASC 11 Nov 1952. Emplaned Auckland 29 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jan 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 9 Feb 1952. Entered Korea 10 Feb 1953. M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl 12 Feb 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 4 Mar 1953, was discharged and returned to unit 9 Mar 1952. Posted from Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ on 23 May then to 10 Tpt Coy on 25 May 1953. Attached to 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station FAP on 14–18 Jun 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni on 31 Jul 1954 and deplaned Auckland 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 187 days. Continued convalescence on arrival in NZ. SOS Kayforce 7 Nov 1954 and posted to a TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later changed name by Deed Poll to Gardner. Living Rotorua circa 2000. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BERRY, Ernest John | 203504 | Private | Attached 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 10/12/2050 | 23/12/2051 | Born Christchurch on 21 Aug 1929. Enlisted is KMB on 21 Aug 1950. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Medical Orderly attached to 162 Bty, went wherever the battery went. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb, TSFD to 121 American Evacuation Hospital then to Brit Com Gen Hospital. ETD from Iwakuni 18 Dec 1951. Emplaned 19 Dec 1951 and invalided back to NZ on medical grounds via Sydney and arrived Auckland 23 Aug 1951 from Teal flying boat. Served overseas one year 13 days. Returned to Christchurch. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Mar 1952. Author of Forgotten War. Living at Picton in 1996. Revisited Korea Apr 2012. Died Blenheim 31 May 2021 aged 91 years. |
| BERRY, Jackie Laurence George | 712987 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/02/2054 | 24/11/2054 | Born Petone 27 Apr 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce 23 Sep 1953. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in in Waiouru Camp. Emplaned Auckland 24 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan disembarking at Iwakuni on 27 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 8 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a driver and served in Imjin Area. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation at Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney and then by Teal flying boat to Auckland. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BERRY, Malcolm | 15565 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch 4 Sep 1938. Entered the RNZN on 26 Jan 1956 as a Junior Assistant Cook. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Advanced to Assistant Cook on 4 Mar 1956 and Acting Cook (Seamen) on 2 Aug 1956. Drafted to Black Prince 27 Aug 1956 but was in that ship for only 10 days before returning to Philomel. Drafted to Royalist 25 Mar 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan, Singaporean and Korean waters in the Second Commissioning voyage. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and remained in this ship until drafted to Black Prince on 10 Sep 1958. Served briefly in Royalist again and was then drafted to Lachlan 28 Sep 1959–4 Apr 1961. Also served briefly in Pukaki and was drafted to Otago 7 Jan 1962–10 Mar 1964. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) 22 Jan 1963 and to Leading Cook (Seamen) 22 Jan 1964. His final service was shared between Philomel and Tamaki. DEE 3 Sep 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and is Entitled to NZDSM (R). His twin brother Neil Berry also served in the RNZN with Service No 15566 but did not serve in Korean waters. |
| BERRY, Maurice Keith | 206341 | 2nd Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ Public Relations Sec | NZ Regt | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Wellington on 13 Nov 1925 Civil trade, journalist. Also served in Jayforce, BCOF, Japan 1946–47. Departed from NZ 18 Feb 1946 and RTNZ 17 Apr 1947. Struck of the strength of 2 NZEF 28 May 1947. Enlisted in KMB on 7 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Appointed Assistant Public Relations Officer for Kayforce. His duties involved several visits to 16 Fd Regt, NZ Detachment Kure, NZ Base HQ Pusan, Tokyo, 10 Tpt Coy and HQ Comwel Div. Promoted Lieutenant 7 Sep 1951 during tour. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and travelled by Qantas to Sydney and deplaning from Teal flight at Wellington 6 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to Reserve of Officers, 27 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 180 days. Joined Regular Force. Posted to the Retired List 1 Jan 1960 (NZ Gazette of 11 Feb 1960). Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BERRY, Mrs P | 0 | Mrs | — | Concert Party | 29/04/2055 | 27/09/2055 | Concert Party performer. Was overseas about one month performing in concerts for the troops. |
| BERRY, Norman Douglas | 204687 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/12/2053 | 22/12/2054 | Born Albury, NSW, Australia on 3 Aug 1927. Carpenter employed by Waterfront Industry Commission, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce on 11 Aug 1953. Emplaned Auckland 22 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Granted permission to take seven days final leave in Australia before re-joining flight to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 24 Mar 1954 and appointed Battery Storeman. Promoted Temporary Bombardier and appointed Tech Storeman 14 Jun 1954. Attached for all purposed to Brit Com Con Training Depot for Physical Training Course 2 Aug–2 Sep 1954. Promoted Bombardier 8 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Granted 28 days leave in Australia. Completed RTNZ on Teal flight (paying his own way) deplaning at Auckland 22 Dec 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year one day. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.217 was returned to Base Records and is still held there. |
| BERRY, Peter Rex | 644568 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born Foxton on 6 Nov 1932. Was brought up in an Orphanage and listed Mrs Ah-Ching (friend) as his next-of-kin. Enlisted in the Regular Force 5 Mar 1951. Posted to 10 Coast Regiment RNZA. Attended All Arms Instructors Course May 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Feb 1952 and appointed Assistant Instructor in the trade of District Gunner. Employed on Wharf Duties during the Watersider Strike in Jul 1951. Posted to Palmer's Head detachment for training 6 Feb–19 Mar 1952. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 6 Mar 1951. Declared that he was underage for service but could not get his parent’s consent as he had not seen his parents since 1940 and the last time he communicated with his mother was in 1943. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington. Deplaned Japan 10 Sep 1952. Remained in Japan until entering Korea on 2 Jan 1953. Posted to Easy 1, 163 Bty. KILLED IN ACTION 17 Feb 1953 when Bombardier Shortland and Gunner Griffiths were killed. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan, Korea. Awarded Korean War Medal and UN Korea Medals. The NZOSM, the New Zealand Memorial Cross, the KWSM and the President of Korea's personal medallion were later claimed by his brother Christopher Gordon Berry on behalf of his family. Padre Roy McKenzie performed the burial service and Captain Ronald Cantwell saw his body before burial. |
| BERRY, William Mathew McKirdy | 12563 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Glasgow, Scotland, UK, 21 Feb 1926. Served in the Royal Navy during WWII with Service No C/JX7030857. Came to NZ after the war and served in RNZN. Drafted to Kaniere and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Admitted Royal Naval Hospital, Hong Kong, 23 Jan 1954 with Tuberculosis. Invalided back to NZ and was hospitalised for six months. Discharged 16 Jun 1955. Moved to Nelson. Died Christchurch, 22 Jun 1977, aged 51 years. Buried at Ruru Services Cemetery, Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. WWII not known. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BERRYMAN, Norman Tohu | 34705 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Huntly on 7 Aug 1929. Civil trade stated as coal miner at the Renown Collieries Huntly. Regular Force soldier, in RNZA 1950–53. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty and also in 16 Fd Regt HQ. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni, 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ deplaning from a Teal flight at Auckland 4 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 24 Jul 1952 and discharged. An administration blunder meant he did not get the order reposting him to the Regular Force he and thought that he had been discharged and took up a market gardening business. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also awarded ERII Coronation Medal 1953. Later Freezing worker at Patea. Re-enlisted as RNZASC Driver, Regular Force Sep 1959. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy at Linton Camp. Promoted Lance Corporal 15 Sep 1961. Passed Air Dispatchers' Course in Apr 1962, employed on Air Despatch duties until discharged. Discharged 19 Aug 1963. Died Hamilton, 21 Dec 1987 aged 57, buried at Taupiri. |
| BERWICK, Roy Alphonsus | 1749 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hobart, Tasmania, 19 Feb 1920. Employed as a cook before entering the NZ Division of the Royal Navy on 28 Jul 1939 as an assistant cook. His initial training was conducted in Philomel and was then drafted to HMS Leander (at that time). He soon changed his trade to Stoker 2nd Class on 24 Nov 1939. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 1 Feb 1940. On 27 Jul 1941 he was TSFD to HMS Medway the first purpose-built submarine depot ship which was based at Alexandria, Egypt. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 9 Feb 1942. HMS Medway with a crew of 400 was nominated for transfer to Beirut in the event of the threat of invasion by enemy forces. Embarked stores and 1135 personal and sailed 29 Jun 1942 for Beirut. Sunk 30 Jun 1942 by U-372 off Alexandria but only 30 personnel were lost. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Permanent) 9 Aug 1942. Served in HMS/M Thrasher 15 Nov 1942–26 Mar 1943, which had returned to Britain and advanced to Leading Stoker 9 Feb 1943. TSFD to HMS/M Tantalus 30 Mar 1943 and soon sailed to join the British Pacific Fleet. Tantalus was involved in searching for the Operation Rimau men in 1945. Awarded a Mentioned in Despatches “For courage, endurance and outstanding skill in successful patrols whilst serving in H.M. Submarines.” Third Supplement to London Gazette, 19 Jun 1945 P. 3189. Back in Britain he served in HMS Drake 23 Sep 1945–Sep 1947 and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer and then to Mechanic 4th Class. RTNZ and served in Philomel 26 Sep 1947–26 Feb 1948. Drafted to Bellona 27 Sep 1958 and by 1 Jun 1949 was Mechanic 1st Class (Chief Petty Officer). Drafted to Taupo 25 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but stayed in Taupo until 8 Sep 1953. Also served in Black Prince and sailed to Britain in Bellona to return the ship to the RN and brought Royalist back to NZ. Also served in Lachlan, Takapu and Philomel. Discharged to RA 27 Jul 1959. Awarded British Empire Medal, 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star (‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp), Burma Star (‘Pacific’ clasp), War Medal (Mentioned in Despatches for Submarine Patrols 20 Jun 1945), NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BEST, Cedric Ellis | 206437 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Richmond near Nelson on 10 Jul 1926. Served as a wireless operator in the RNZAF during WWII (445286, Aircraftman 2nd Class). Came from Nelson. Telegraphist Post & Telegraph Department, Wellington Railway. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to NZ component 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1951 (H Troop) and entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Sep 1951 and to Lance Corporal 19 Jun 1952 while holding appointment of Operator NCO. Attached FAP to Lines of Communication Independent Signal Sqn, 29 Oct–13 Nov 1951. Admitted Norwegian MASH 19 Dec 1951 with concussion but was not recognised as serious. This was the result of a jeep overturning near Tokchong. Evacuated to 60 Indian Fd Amb and then TSFD to 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 300 days. Entitled to NZOSM. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1953. Died Nelson, 15 May 1987 aged 60 years. Buried in Marsden Valley cemetery. |
| BESWARICK, Cedric John | 621267 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Whanganui 1 Jul 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Stoker on 18 Sep 1952. First sea service was in Black Prince from 3 Mar 1953 to 17 Jun 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic then to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 18 Jun 1954. Drafted on 24 Feb 1955 to Pukaki and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 to serve in Korean and Malayan waters. Advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 18 Jun 1955. Pukaki RTNZ on 21 May 1956. Also served in Rotoiti during Operation Grapple in 1956 monitoring the nuclear tests at Christmas Island. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 1 Jan 1957. He also served in Black Prince, Stawell and Royalist and advanced to POM€ on 1 Jan 1959. DEE 17 Sep 1960. He may also have served in the Army for a short time as there is a short note that suggests he was discharged from RNZIR 24 Apr 1963. He enlisted in the RNZAF 24 Apr 1963 as Fireman in the Crash / Fire Flight. This could well have been a transfer between the services. Served at both Ohakea and Wigram. Awarded RAF LS&GC Medal 10 Apr 1973. Discharged 1 Aug 1974. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZ Special Service Medal (Nuclear Explosions). Entitled to NZDSM (R). Died at Radius Althorp Hospital, Tauranga on 24 Mar 2018 aged 85 years. |
| BETHUNE, Henry Charles | 202901 | Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 19/05/2054 | 20/12/2054 | Born on 25 Jun 1918. Served during WWII with Service No 47015 and reached the rank of Warrant Officer Class 2. Enlisted 4 Jul 1941, embarked for overseas service 22 Dec 1941 and RTNZ 19 Sep 1945. Served in NZ 102 Mobile VD Treatment Centre. Awarded Mention in Despatches for service in Italy. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45 with MID and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Attended Otago University Medical School 1946–51. Medical Practitioner. Served in the Territorial Force 3 Apr 1951–16 May 1954 in 1 NZ Casualty Clearing Station. Seconded to Kayforce 17 May 1954. Promoted Captain, 24 May 1954. Emplaned Wellington 19 May 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 for RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. SOS Emergency Force and reposted to Regular Force in rank of Lieutenant, 23 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later Hon. Col. (Consultant Psychiatrist) May 1975–78. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BETTS, Eric Alfred | 13789 | Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 18/01/2058 | Born Oakham, Leicester, UK, 28 Feb 1918. Grocer's Assistant before he entered the Royal Navy on 13 Jul 1937 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No C/KX91656. Within six months he was serving in Malta. He returned to Britain and was drafted to HMS Grenade (destroyer) 16 May 1938. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class 30 May 1938. Eric Betts was soon in the Red Sea but after a brief stay returned to Alexandria, then to Malta and then returned to Plymouth, Britain. In Apr 1940 HMS Grenade was also involved in the Norwegian Campaign in the Lofoten Islands. Eric served in a number of shore bases on training courses and on 7 Jan 1941 he was in HMS Dolphin the main RN submarine training station. He served in HMS Forth a Submarine Depot Ship 4 Feb–15 Apr 1941. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 3 Aug 1941. Drafted to HMS Medway (Submarine Depot ship) 22 Aug 1941 which was based in Alexandria. (Refer to Chief Petty Officer BERWICK for further detail on HMS Medway) after this he was in HMS Canopus (shore station) then sent to HMS Afrikander IV (Durban) then to HMS Assegai (Durban) which was a Combined Operations Training station. In Nov 1942 he was in HMS Medway II (Beirut) back to work with submarines. He served in several other stations including HMS Lanka and HMS Highflyer in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). After the end of the war he was in shore stations and did serve in HMS Leander and again in HMS Forth. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic (Permanent) 7 Mar 1948. Released to the Reserve 12 Jul 1949. WWII Medals are not known. Entered RNZN at Maori, London 25 Mar 1952 as Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic the next day. In Philomel 27 Mar 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952–29 Oct 1953 and sailed for Korean waters 4 Aug 1952. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 21 Dec 1952. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Drafted to Bellona 30 Oct 1953 then served in Black Prince 20 Sep 1954 and advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Bellona 19 Aug 1955 and was a member of the crew that returned the ship to the RN. He returned to NZ in Royalist and was involved in the Suez affair. He remained in her and sailed in Royalist 20 May 1957 for service in South Asia and Korea. Served in the Engineering Division. He left Royalist in Singapore on 18 Jan 1958 and returned to Britain. DEE 24 Mar 1958 from Maori in Britain. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to/or awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BEVEGE, Colin Burne (Snow) | 206127 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Provost Sec | RNZ Provost Corps | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Pio Pio, King Country on 1 Aug 1929. Colin served in the New Zealand Police prior to enlisting in Kayforce. Enlisted in KMB in Late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Corporal 1 Jan 1951. Trained as a Gunner then TSFD to the Military Police. Reduced to the Ranks 24 Jul 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ then TSFD to A Platoon, NZ Transport Platoon,16 Aug 1951 and then to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Served in Pusan then to Taegu and other areas in the North. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Maniapoto Sub-union rep and Wellington Senior club player.) M/I to 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU and CTBA 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned (Return to NZ Roll No.64) Iwakuni, 21 May 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 24 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Sep 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Tauranga in 2005. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BEVEN, Harold | 13846 | Ordnance Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Hoe, Dereham, Norfolk, UK, 14 Mar 1920. Employed as an engineer before entering the RN on 3 Oct 1939 as an Ordnance Artificer 5th Class (OA5) with Service No P/SMX 841943. His first time at sea was in HMS Coventry (light cruiser) 6 Aug 1940 and served in the eastern Mediterranean and escorted troopships from Aden to Egypt. Damaged by torpedo on 13 Dec 1940 by Italian Sub Naiad. Under heavy air attack during the Greek and Crete campaign and was at Sphakia to take off troops to Egypt and took troops to destroy the Litani Bridge, Syria, to delay French Vichy troops. Advanced to Ordnance Artificer 4th Class 14 Sep 1941. Also served in HMS Kelvin (destroyer) Nov 1941–Jun 1942. Served in several shore stations then in HMLST 199 Mar–Sep 1943 and then HMLST 415, advanced to Ordinary Seaman 3rd Class on 14 Sep 1943, again in HMLST 199 May–late Jul 1944. Was sent to HMS Saker 8 Oct 1944 a shore station in The USA (sometimes in Washington and sometimes in New York) used as an administrative unit for seamen awaiting ships. His next ship was HMS Assistance an aircraft depot and repair ship to which he was attached then served in until 12 Jul 1946. Assistance was in the British Pacific Fleet and was in Manus and then went to Singapore where she operated as a Harbour Repair Ship until leaving for return to Britain May 1946. In HMS Vernon Aug 19465–15 Jan 1948 and advanced to Ordnance Artificer 2nd Class on 14 Sep 1947. Released from RN to Class ‘A’ Reserve 5 Jun 1948. Entered RNZN at Maori in London 12 Jun 1952 as an Ordnance Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Ordnance Artificer 2nd Class (accordingly at Philomel) on the following two-days. Served in Bellona and Black Prince between 27 Jan 1953 and 1 May 1955 and then back Black Prince 2 May 1955–31 Mar 1957. Advanced to Ordnance Artificer 1st Class 19 Jul 1955. Drafted to Royalist and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 RTNZ from Royalist 17 Mar 1958. DEE 11 Jun 1958. WWII Medals and other awards not known but he is entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BEVINS, Douglas M | 206013 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Mangatainoka, Wairarapa 1 Jun 1926. Previous service in Jayforce. Embarked 30 Jul 1946 for Japan. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.16 p.12. Private 816656, served in 22 NZ Battalion. Was also posted to BCOF Central Armoury Training School at Matsuyuma. Embarked on The Mataura and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. SOS 2 NZEF and discharged on 3 Oct 1947. Carpenter from Palmerston North employed at Longburn Freezing Works. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 31 Mar 1951 and appointed 2i/c transport Section. Promoted Temporary Corporal while holding appointment of HQ Tpt Section NCO. Served in A Platoon and B Platoon. Posted from NZ Tpt Platoon to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC 4 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Sergeant, A Platoon, 14 Sep 1951 and appointed Transport Sergeant. Promoted Sergeant 11 Jan 1952. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 on Qantas flight to Sydney for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney on 6 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 180 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Sep 1952 and returned to Longburn (Palmerston North). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.220 was sent on 25 Jan 1957 to an address in Palmerston North. Brother of Noel Bevins q.v. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 28 Apr 2010 aged 83 years, Palmerston North. |
| BEVINS, Noel | 206022 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Featherston 16 Dec 1922. Came from Longburn near Palmerston North. Previous service during WWII. Enlisted 2 Dec 1941 and was first involved with 52nd Light Aid Detachment at Blenheim. Departed with 11th Reinforcements (Service No 450685) for service overseas 31 Mar 1944 to 28 May 1946 in the Middle East and Italy as a member of 23 Inf Battalion. Entered Egypt from HMT 838. Attended Mines course at NZ Engineer Training Depot. Served in Italy and RTNZ 28 May 1946. Also served from 15 Jul 1947 to 11 Oct 1948 in 2nd relief BCOF, Japan. Posted to 19 Tpt Coy NZASC. Attended BCOF Fire Fighting School in March–Apr 1948. Disembarked from HMT Westralia at Auckland 11 Oct 1948. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to NZ Transport Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. RTNZ emplaning at Iwakuni on 10 Jul 1952, to Sydney transferring to and deplaning from Teal flying boat Aparima at Auckland on 13 Jul 1952. Served overseas in Korea one year 217 days. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Sep 1952. Brother of Douglas Bevins q.v. Later awarded NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49 and KWSM. Living in Two Rocks, Western Australia in 2001. |
| BIANCHI, Francis (Frank) | 13766 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Wallsend on Tyne, UK, 25 Jul 1919. Was a messenger boy before he enlisted in the Royal Navy on 15 May 1935 as Seaman Boy with Service No C/JX 144701. Initial training was conducted at HMS Ganges 15 May 1935–30 Jul 1936. drafted to HMS Resolution (Revenge-class light) 15 Sep 1936. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 23 Jan 1937 and to Telegraphist 12 Nov 1937. Served in HMS Liverpool 2 Nov 1938–31 Mar 1939, HMS Cornwall Served during WWII from 2 Nov 1940 to 24 Jul 1949 and from 1 Nov 1950 to 8 Feb 1952 reaching the rating of Petty Officer Telegraphist. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal and War Medal. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, London, on 9 Feb 1952. Granted the rate of Telegraphist and advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist on successive days. On Arrival in NZ served in Philomel then in Tamaki until drafted to Pukaki 21 Sep 1953. Took passage in Pukaki 21 Sep 1953 and on arrival in Japan was TSFD to and served in Kaniere in Korean waters from Nov 1953 and RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served in Irirangi 11 Oct 1954–21 Jan 1957 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist 12 May 1955. Also served in Hawea and Rotoiti and was sent to the UK as one of the crew to bring Otago back to NZ. Awarded RN LS& GC Medal with Gratuity 19 Aug 1957. Discharged to RA 8 Feb 1962 and returned to Newcastle on Tyne, UK, where his family resided. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. He arrived in the Korean theatre too late to qualify for the KWSM. |
| BIBBY, John Kenneth | 12443 | Stoker | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Levin 29 May 1930. Entered the RNZN on 30 Sep 1948. Served in Pukaki 14 Apr 1949 to 4 Nov 1950. TSFD to Tutira from 5 Nov 1950 to 19 Jul 1951. Both ships which sailed from Auckland on the same day sailing via Port Moresby the Philippines and Hong Kong to Sasebo, Japan. Both Tutira and Pukaki were involved in convoy escort and patrol duties and were both part of the protection team at the Inchon landings but left Inchon 16 Oct 1950 to catch a convoy of landing craft heading for Wonsan on the east coast where another landing was planned. However this landing was delayed because of extensive minefields. Pukaki RTNZ arriving 3 Dec 1950. John Bibby RTNZ in Tutira on 30 May 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were lost but were replaced at cost. Discharged from RNZN 3 Oct 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Papakura, 20 May 2003. |
| BICKLEY, Douglas Gordon | 12043 | Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Hove, Sussex, UK, 7 Aug 1920. Enlisted in the Royal Navy (P/JX147535) 30 Dec 1935 and posted to HMS Ganges. Served in Iron Duke, Aurora. Came to New Zealand on HMS Achilles 27 Jan 1939 and remained on board until 7 Jul 1941 and served at the Battle of the River Plate on 14 Dec 1939. Returned to RN in 1945. 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal War Medal 1939–45. (Atlantic Star crossed out on his record with “Not eligible” appended.) Loaned again to RNZN 1949. Discharged from Royal Navy 17 Apr 1952. Joined RNZN 3 Mar 1953. Served in Hawea. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Returned to Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 10 Nov 1953, p.6002). Recommendation for Honours and Awards: “CPO Tel Bickley has carried out his duties in a conscientious and highly commendable manner. During ten operational patrols he has proved himself most capable and efficient. The unremitting zeal and devotion to duty which he has shown has been reflected in the smooth running of the W/T Department and has contributed largely to the success of Hawea’ s tour of duty.” 12 Jul 1953. Later awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and entitled to KWSM. |
| BICKLEY, Eric Charles | 326486 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Pokeno 23 Jan 1931. Farmhand later employed by Auckland Harbour Board. Served in second intake CMT. Last address in NZ, Ponsonby, Auckland. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 14 Feb 1953. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Attached to HQ RASC from 8 Jun–27 Jul 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 21 Nov 1953 (LMG Lance Corporal) and to Lance Corporal 5 Jan 1954. Also posted to NZRTU prior to returning to NZ. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 and deplaned at Whenuapai. Served overseas one year 336 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Apr 1955 and posted to TF unit (1 Bn the Auckland Regt). |
| BIELSKI, Leslie Vernon Joseph | 203506 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Born Eltham on 22 Jun 1926. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in Training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Hel the appointment of Store man, Training Troop. Wrote several verses of a Kayforce song (see New Zealand and the Korean War Vol.2 p.396 by Ian McGibbon.) One of a handful of soldiers who kept a diary during his service in Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. May have had previous service in RNZAF. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ by air via Manila and Australia. Deplaned Auckland 22 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce on 22 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.268 was sent 1 Feb 1957to his given address in Onehunga. Died Christchurch 8 Jan 2003 aged 76. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. Brother-in-law to Robert Frederick Gordon and John Roger Wood (qv). |
| BIGG-WITHER, Harris Gordon (Lofty) | 31075 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/03/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Auckland 25 Mar 1924. Enlisted in the Army 4 Dec 1942 and entered camp 5 Jan 1943. Issued Service No 626121. Hostilities Only during WWII at one stage with Northern District Guards Company. Embarked 30 Jul 1946 for service in Japan with the NZ Component of the British Commonwealth Occupation Force. Disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Posted to 25 Field Battery but later changed to NZ Provost Corps. RTNZ 30 Sep 1947. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Regular Force soldier selected for posting to 6th Reinforcements as a gun number, 16 Fd Regt. Known as Lofty because of his height 6 feet 8 ins (1.89 metres). Emplaned Auckland 26 Mar 1953 for flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 and deplaned 12 Sep 1954 at Auckland. Served overseas one year 171 days. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force. Discharged from the Army 8 Nov 1956 at completion of his engagement. Later served in the RNZAF as a Coxswain of a launch in the RNZAF Maritime Flight. Awarded the RNZAF LS&GC Medal 28 Dec 1962 and was also attached to the RNZN during 1973. “His years of experience will make him hard to replace.” Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Kaitaia 6 Jul 2002 aged 78 years. |
| BIGHAM, John Andrew | 208551 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 04/07/2055 | Born Geraldine 18 Jan 1929. Labourer at Motueka. Had also been an ‘A’ Grade Fireman for NZ Railways. Enlisted at Burnham Camp 14 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on the Teal flying boat AWATERE from to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airlines and deplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1952. Travelled by sea from Japan to enter Korea on 25 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted to 60 Indian Field Amb 6–17 Jun 1953 and returned to his unit on discharge from hospital. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 Nov 1953 and advanced to Temporary Bombardier 15 Feb 1954. Attached FAP to Canadian NCO School 3 May 1954 to 17 Jun 1954. Promoted Bombardier 17 Jun 1954. Granted 28 days furlough in Hong Kong 30 Jun to 14 Jul 1954 and M/I to Brit Com Leave Centre Tokyo on deplanement, Re-entered Korea and was re-posted to 16 Fd Regt. Also attached to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 25 Oct 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 4 Feb 1955 to 16 Mar 1955 (damaged knee). John Bigham was due to leave Japan but was delayed because of medical reasons–Malaria. Eventually emplaned Iwakuni 28 Jun 1955 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Harewood 4 Jul 1955. Served overseas three years 49 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged 25 Mar 1956. Went to his father’s Home Motueka. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BILLINGTON, Douglas Joseph (Bill) | 11545 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Masterton 8 May 1928. Hairdresser from Carterton. Entered the RNZN 17 Jul 1947 and was in the 8th Stokers Class in 1947. After training in Tamaki he was drafted for initial sea service in Bellona 21 Jan 1948 to 31 Jan 1950 during which time he advanced to Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950 but was taken from the ship for medical reasons on 29 Mar 1950 only to be returned to the ship on 3 Apr. Was in Hawea during a Mediterranean deployment in the early 1950. After a short time in Philomel he was again drafted to Hawea on 9 Feb 1951 and sailed from Auckland, Auckland, on 2 Mar 1951. Served in this ship mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane on 8 Mar 1952 and was then drafted to Philomel. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 16 Jul 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in New Brighton, Christchurch 2002. Died Nurse Maude Hospital, Christchurch on 22 Nov 2018 aged 90 years. |
| BILLS, Donald Bruce | 211371 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Whanganui 26 Feb 1934. Seaman but employed by Post & Telegraph Department at New Plymouth before joining Kayforce on 16 Jun 1954. Emplaned Auckland 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 16 Dec 1954. Entered Korea 7 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached to 55 Independent Field Company, Royal Engineers 14 Jun 1955–6 Sep 1955. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Harewood 9 Dec 1955f rom Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 361 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jan 1956 and posted to TF Unit (1 Bn Wellington Regt). Bulldozer driver in Westland before joining Regular Force in Jul 1957. Departed Wellington in HMT Captain Cook 28 Nov 1957. Served in A Coy, 1 NZ Regt in Malaya. RTNZ early 20 Feb 1959 and was discharged in Jun. He had several disciplinary problems in Malaya and was warned that he would be sent back to NZ if his behaviour did not improve. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BINGLEY, William Rowland | 203591 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Auckland 29 Feb 1924. Carpenter's labourer at Te Kuiti. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 for service in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon and served as a driver at NZ Force HQ. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 8 Jun 1951 and to Lance Corporal 29 Apr 1952 while holding the appointment of 2i/c Transport Section during his tour overseas. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 8 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 152 days. Discharged 26 Jun 1952. Returned initially to Te Kuiti. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.226 was sent on 25 Jan 1957 to and address in Manurewa. Died Auckland 7 Jun 1990 aged 65 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BINNIE, Leslie Frederick | 203791 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Gisborne 2 Dec 1928. Bushman and labourer for NZ Forest Products Ltd, Putaruru. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 for service in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde in Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Field Regiment Pool in NZRTU. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals were stolen in 1986 and replaced at cost. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Rotorua, 16 Aug 1991 aged 62 years. Cremated at Rotorua. |
| BINSTEAD, John Benjamin | 14448 | Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 02/03/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Westbourne, Sussex, UK, 15 Jan 1928. Employed as a carpenter's mate before entering the RN on 20 Nov 1939 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No P/JX 171719 then P/MX 841996. He served in a number of training stations before being drafted to HMS King George V on 2 Jan 1941–6 Apr 1944. During this time he advanced to Ordinary Seaman then Able Seaman. John Binstead was in the ship during convoy escorts across the Atlantic, to Russia and the hunt for and sinking of Bismarck on 26–27 May 1941. He then served in the Mediterranean during the allied landings in Sicily. He served briefly in HMLST 164, Then in HMS Javelin (destroyer) 30 Dec 1944–20 Jul 1946 based in Malta. There was a mutiny on board during this time by ‘Hostilities only’ servicemen. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) 6 Sep 1945. Drafted to HMS Resource a fleet repair ship 21 Jul 1946–15 Jul 1948. From HMS Resource he spent time in the following destroyers HMS Nubian, HMS Tuscan and HMS Caprice. Advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician (LTO) (Temporary) 15 Jan 1947. Drafted to HMS Whitesand Bay 17 Aug 1948 and joined the ship at St Angelo (Malta) and then onto the West Indies and was based at Bermuda. In Jul 1948 went through Panama Canal to Pearl Harbour and then onto HMS Tamar (Hong Kong). Joined British UN Task Group at Sasebo and in Sep 1950 participated in the Inchon Landings. He returned to Britain in Dec and served in HMS Collingwood where he advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician (Temporary). Also served in HMS Vanguard (Britain's largest battleship) and HMS Bellerophon. Advanced to Acting Electrician 1 May 1954. Released to RN Emer. Res 9 May 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa star and ‘North Africa’ clasp, Italy Star, War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entered RNZN at Maori 12 Jul 1954 as Electrical Mechanician 1st Class and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician the next day. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel briefly then in Bellona, 25 Aug 1954, to Black Prince 24 Jan 1955, back to Bellona 18 Apr 1955 and back to Black Prince 21 Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed for Singapore and Korea 1 Apr 1956. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician 1 Aug 1956. RTNZ 8 May 1957. Served for one year in HMAS Cerberus 1 Nov 1957–24 Nov 1958. Served in Black Prince again and advanced to Petty Officer Electrician 25 Nov 1958. Served in Royalist 11 Jul 1960–10 Oct 1962. Served in Philomel 11 Oct 1962. Advanced to Chief Electrician 1 Feb 1963. Discharged to RA 11 Jul 1964. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BINSTEAD, Keith Lane | 208957 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/03/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Christchurch on 12 Aug 1925. Previously served in Army in BCOF, Japan. Departed from NZ 15 Jul 1947. Private, 3 Bn NZ Regt, with Service No 646695. Also served in the Tokyo Battalion. RTNZ 10 Aug 1948. SOS Jayforce and discharged 10 Sep 1948. Labourer at Hakataramea Station, Kurow. Enlisted in Kayforce 11th Reinforcements on 22 Sep 1953. Had some updated refresher training at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 10 Mar 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil airline to Japan possibly by Qantas. Deplaned Japan 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 31 Mar 1954 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 14 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1955 for RTNZ Medically unfit and deplaned Harewood 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 89 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1956. Awarded UN Medal with Korea clasp. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and the NZDSM. |
| BIRCH, James | 208958 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/03/2054 | 26/11/2054 | Born Whanganui 12 Sep 1929. Truck driver for Fraser Urquhart, Hawea Flat, Otago. His training appears to have been mainly in Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Emplaned Wellington 10 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Japan 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 23 Mar 1954. Battery or employment not known. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Sydney to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas 262 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jan 1955. Died Invercargill, 14 Jun 1955 aged 26 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BIRCH, James Francis (Jim) | 13541 | Stoker | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Auckland 24 Jan 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN 17 May 1951 as a Stoker. Drafted to Taupo 2 Feb 1952–8 Sep 1953. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951. Promoted Stoker Mechanic 15 Apr 1952. While in Korean theatre served in HMS Belfast (WWII cruiser, now moored below Tower Bridge, London) 30 May–11 Sep 1952 before returning to Taupo and coming back to Auckland NZ 21 Oct 1952. Remained in crew of Taupo until Sep 1953. Also served in Bellona, Black Prince and Royalist, sometimes in Malayan waters. Also served in Royalist during 1957–58 which took him to Malaya and Korean waters for the second time. Had advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) during this deployment. DEE 30 May 1959. Living at South Auckland, 1996. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), PJM and KWSM. Living Kaitaia 2006. Died Kaitaia Hospital on 11 Mar 2018. |
| BIRCH, Reginald Edward Leslie | 204722 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 30/03/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Dromana, Victoria, Australia 20 Jul 1926. Two years previous service in RAAF and reached rank of Corporal. Served two years in Australian Army and a further three years in the Australian K-Force reaching the rank of Sergeant. Butcher from Devonport Meat Co. Enlisted in Kayforce 8 Dec 1953. Recommended as having potential for officer training but was not selected. Was interested in returning to Korea but the Aust Army would only put him back into the same unit and he wanted a change. Emplaned Auckland 30 Mar 1954 on a Teal flight for Sydney. Granted 7 days final leave in Australia and joined Flight 9 from Sydney on 8 Apr 1954. Deplaned Japan 11 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 20 Aug 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight es Sydney. Served overseas one year 186 days. Discharged 8 Feb 1956. Awarded UN Medal for Korea. Returned to Dromana, Victoria, Australia. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). He probably had the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medals as issued by the Australian Government. He may have returned to Australia. |
| BIRD, Derek Reginald John | 12733 | Leading Writer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Lambeth, London, UK, on 1 May 1928. Employed as a clerk before he enlisted in the Royal Navy 2 Jul 1946 as a probationary writer. He was issued the Service No MX 807432. He served in HMS Royal Arthur for his basic training then in HMS Gosling (Fleet Air Arm station) then in HMS Ceres a Supply & Secretariat Training School. Advanced to Writer (WTR) 2 Oct 1946. Served in HMS Dolphin 11 Dec 1946–23 Feb 1947 (submarine training base) then in HMS Victory and back to Dolphin 10 Oct 1947. Advanced to Leading Writer 7 Sep 1948. Released from HMS Victory 11 Apr 1949. Enlisted in RNZN 27 Mar 1949 at HMNZS Cook in London, which became Maori on 1 Apr 1949 as. Drafted to Tutira as Leading Writer 7 Jun 1949 and was a member of the crew that brought the ship to NZ. Served in Philomel 26 Aug 1949–2 Jul 1950 then drafted back to Tutira 3 Jul 1950 and sailed the same day for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Also served in Tamaki and Philomel after return from Korea. Discharged Mar 1954. DEE 26 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BIRKHEAD, Kenneth | 12702 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Sheffield, England 27 Apr 1927. Employed as a plumber’s assistant before entering the RN as an Assistant Cook (Assistant Cook) 21 Mar 1945 with Service No MX 742515. Underwent training at HMS Royal Arthur until 10 Apr 1945 and was then at HMS Duke then HMS Pembroke. On 25 Nov 1945, he was at HMS Golden Hind, a shore base in Liverpool, Sydney, Australia and was a huge, tented camp in the centre of the Warwick Farm racecourse. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 21 Mar 1946. He then served in HMS Gould (Transit Camp in Colombo, Sri Lanka) and then HMS Simbang (part of Sembawang Camp, Singapore). He returned to the UK and was in HMS Pembroke 5 Jan–1 May 1947. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 1 May 1947. Entered RNZN 6 Mar 1949 at HMNZS Cook, London as Cook (Seamen). Cook renamed Maori 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a crew member that brought the ship to NZ. He remained in the ship and sailed for Korea on 2 Jul 1950. During his time in Korea he was TSFD to Rotoiti and RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. He also served in Philomel, Tamaki and Kiwi. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) 11 Mar 1954. Drafted to Bellona 8 Jul 1954–24 Feb 1955. DEE 5 Mar 1955. WWII service medals not known. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. On discharge went to live in Dunedin. |
| BISHOP, Allan William | 208922 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 04/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Kaiapoi 12 Nov 1927. Previous service as Aircraftman 2nd Class for 168 days in RNZAF (with Service No 46818) in 1946. Labourer for S.E. Chappel, Killinchy, Leeston. Enlisted in Kayforce 23 Jun 1953. Posted to RNZAMC before leaving NZ. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and thence to Japan by civil air (Qantas?). Entered Japan 7 Nov 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 16 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954 and was attached to 16 Fd Regt. Applied for and was granted a 12 month in-theatre extension but this did not occur. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 17 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Christchurch 13 May 1991 aged 63 years. |
| BISHOP, Gerald Patrick Thomas | 208846 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Ashburton 23 Apr 1929. Came from Tinwald. Bulldozer driver employed by Burnett Motors Ltd, Ashburton. Enlisted 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 30 Apr 1953 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 (or 3 Nov, both dates are shown in Part II Orders) on RNZAF Hastings, probably on one of the aircraft which took the 18th Reinforcements to Korea at Iwakuni for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 4 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Dec 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died 25 Apr 1999 aged 60 years. |
| BISHOP, Harry Thomas | 12458 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born St Albans, Christchurch 4 Jan 1931. Shop assistant before he enlisted in the RNZN on 30 Sep 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. After basic training in Tamaki was drafted for his initial sea service in Bellona. Drafted to Tutira 2 Mar–2 Jul 1950. Attended a Radar Plotters Course at HMAS Watson 20 Jul–21 Dec 1950. Drafted to Taupo 31 May 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 and remained with the ship until 4 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from RNZN 3 Mar 1953, BNPS. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Harry Bishop did not claim his medals, even though he was entitled to them, until May 2002. Living at Redwood, Christchurch 2004. Died Blenheim, 7 Dec 2012, aged 82. |
| BISHOP, Jack Reid | 326680 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born Onehunga, Auckland. 4 Mar 1932. Enlisted in RF 4 Dec 1950 and served in the Northern Military District. Posted as Driver, RNZASC, 7th Reinforcements, Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 20 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jun 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Emplaned Japan 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ deplaning 6 Jul 1954. SOS Kayforce 14 Aug 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force. Served overseas one year 19 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to Northern District Transport Company, Northern Military District. Discharged at his own request 12 Nov 1954. Went to Australia where he joined the Australian Army. Bombardier in Royal Australian Artillery in Jun 1959. Warrant Officer 2nd Class School Sergeant Major of the School of Army Aviation at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland in Sep 1972. Applied for Australian Army Meritorious Service Medal but this may not have been awarded because of a Regimental Entry in his career in New Zealand. Outcome not known for the award of this medal. |
| BISHOP, John William (Jack) | 508002 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Taumarunui 18 Jan 1932. Serving TF soldier from first intake CMT and 1 Battalion Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regiment. Labourer for Taumarunui Borough Council. Enlisted 5 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. He may have had refresher training in Waiouru and Papakura camps. Emplaned Whenuapai 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Attached to NZ Base HQ for cooking course 20–23 Sep 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Kure for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 19 Mar 1956. Embarked Kure 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 219 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Died Taumarunui, 6 Feb 1985 aged 53 years. Interred at Taumarunui Services Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BISHOP, Rex Ronald | 458307 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/07/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Taumarunui 3 Apr 1933. Previous TF service in the 10th Intake CMT and was posted to 1 Bn Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt. Butcher for Domett & Co, Taumarunui. Enlisted in Kayforce 17 Jun 1954. Emplaned Auckland 12 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 17 Jul 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Entered Korea 23 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (driver) 6 Dec 1954, Temporary Corporal 16 Apr 1955 (LMG Corporal) and to Corporal 27 Jan 1956. Twelve-month extension previously approved for further service in Korea cancelled 18 Jan 1956. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan on 22 Mar 1956 for return to Sydney. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings for final leg of RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland. Served overseas one year 271 days. Discharged from Kayforce, 10 Jun 1956 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Lived in Motueka late 1956. Butcher of Bayley's Beach, near Dargaville. Died Dargaville, 13 Jan 1974 aged 40. Buried at Mt Wesley Cemetery, Dargaville. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BISHOP, Thompson (Bish) | 206438 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 23/07/2054 | Born Raetihi 14 Sep 1923. Lineman for State Hydro Department at Paraparaumu. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine. Flown from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni and deplaned 25 Aug 1951. Remained at NZRTU until posted to Korea. Entered Korea 15 Oct 1951. Posted to NZ Component (C Troop) 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 Oct. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec and RTNZ on furlough deplaning Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Re-embarked on Teal flight to Sydney 25 Feb 1953 for Korea for second tour. Re-entered Korea 4 Mar 1953 and was re-posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 May 1953 and appointed Transport NCO. Promoted Temporary Corporal 24 Jun 1953 but reverted to Lance Corporal 23 Jul on ceasing to hold transport NCO appointment. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 as Signalman and RTNZ deplaning Auckland 23 Jul 1954. The second tour was one year 149 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Oct 1954. Died Whanganui, 30 May 1999 aged 76 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BISHOP, Trevor Thomas | 208262 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 31/08/2053 | Born Taumarunui 11 Mar 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to RNZASC and served as a Driver in 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Noted that he served in Panmunjon area. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. He was to be RTNZ as he was medically unfit. Emplaned Iwakuni 29 Aug 1953 RTNZ (medical reasons) and deplaned Auckland 31 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Oct 1952. Living at Motueka in 2004. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLACK, Anthony Charteris | 12248 | Electrical Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born UK on 1 Aug 1926. Entered the RN on 11 Jun 1946 as an Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class. His early years of RN service was mainly in shore stations like HMS Victory, Gosling, Collingwood and Marlborough but served in HMS Chaplet based at HMS St Angelo (Malta) 24 Mar–1 Dec 1947. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 2 Mar 1948. Entered the RNZN at HMNZS Cook (London) as an Electrical Artificer 4th Class 14 Jun 1948 and was granted seniority dating from 22 Sep 1946. Drafted to HMS Loch Shin 19 Aug 1948, which became HMNZS Taupo 13 Sep 1948. He was part of the crew which brought the ship to NZ. Drafted to Bellona 4 Feb 1949–14 May 1951. Advanced to Acting Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 22 Sep 1949 and confirmed the same day as Electrical Artificer 3rd Class. Served in Philomel 20 May 1951–19 Jun 1952. Drafted to Bellona 20 Jun 1952 and sailed to the UK to return or uplift naval stores and took part in a major NATO exercise. While back in England served in HMS Collingwood, Royal Arthur, Phoenix and Helmsdale (frigate). Drafted to Black Prince 11 May 1953. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class on 22 Sep 1953. Served between Philomel and Bellona during 30 Sep 1953 and 20 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Feb 1955 and sailed for service in Malayan, Hong Kong and Korean waters with the British Far East Fleet. Returned to the UK and joined Royalist when the RNZN added that ship to the fleet. Also served in Endeavour 16 Oct 1957. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 1st Class on 22 Sep 1958 and to Acting Chief Electrical Artificer 6 Mar 1959. Sent to Britain and has held on the books of Maori until drafted to Otago on 22 Jun 1960 and brought this ship back to NZ. Served in Taranaki from 6 Sep 1963–19 Apr 1965 then later in Blackpool. Awarded British Empire Medal 5 Jun 1972 and Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 22 Sep 1961. Other medals not known but could include NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, Naval GSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Discharged to RA 2 Aug 1972. |
| BLACK, Bernard Roy | 208263 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Waimate 3 Feb 1925. Previous service in the RNZN (Service No 8634) from 16 Nov 1943 to 21 May 1946. Served in NZ for some months before going to the UK for further training at HMS Drake. Served in HMNZS Achilles, joining at Scapa Flow, 21 Jul 1944–24 Mar 1946 including time in Japanese waters as part of the occupation force. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. DEE. Miner, Burkes State Coal Mine, Reefton. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce, Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine. Flew from Darwin and entered Japan 4 Sep 1951. Entered Korea and was posted to Composite Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy in Korea 8 Sep 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 1 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce mid-1953. Also awarded NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49. |
| BLACK, Francis Patrick | 13873 | Acting Leading Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born UK, 24 Aug 1926. Entered the RN as Acting Signalman Boy 30 Sep 1943 and underwent training at HMS Royal Arthur and HMS Scotia. He served in several shore stations in Britain and the Middle East including Egypt and Malta. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 22 Feb 1944. Drafted to HMS Mercury the 14958 RN Signals School 17 Mar–28 Apr 1944 then to Victory III and attached to HMS Porcupine II 29 Apr–16 Oct 1944. Advanced to Signalman 1 Feb 1945. Released to shore 19 Dec 1946 but then had his service extended. Drafted to HMS Concord (destroyer) 6 Mar 1947 and was in Hong Kong a month later. HMS Concord entered the Yangtze River as HMS Amethyst escaped from the Chinese as an escort for some 61km from near Woosung Fort to the river mo*uth and some seamen to replace the depleted crew. On 5 Nov 1948 he was in HMS Terror (Singapore) on the staff of the C-in-C. He returned to Britain in Jul 49 to serve in several shore stations again but also served in HMS Indomitable (aircraft carrier) 5 Sep 1951–12 May 1952. Released to the reserve 20 Jul 1952. Entered RNZN at Maori in London on 14 Aug 1952 as a Signalman with seniority from 29 Mar 1945. His first two years with the RNZN were shared between Philomel and Tamaki with a three-month course in HMAS Cerberus March to Jun 1953. Drafted to Kiwi 23 Jul 1953–26 Jan 1955. Advance to Leading Signalman 1 Nov 1955. He also served in Wakefield before drafting to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to join the British Far East Fleet in Singapore, Hong Kong and served in Korean waters Advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals 15 Jan 1957 and RTNZ 8 May 1957. Attended another course in HMAS Cerberus 3 Jan–24 Apr 1958 and advanced to Yeoman of Signals 15 Jan 1958. RTNZ and later served in Pukaki, Philomel, Wakefield, Royalist and at COMAUK. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 8 Jan 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Other medals not known at this time. Discharged to RA 23 Aug 1971. |
| BLACK, George Taylor | 13237 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, on 6 Dec 1933. Was a scholar before entry into the RNZN on 2 Feb 1950 on a five-year shipwright artificer apprentice to be followed by a further eight years’ service. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and started his apprenticeship. Served in Philomel 14 Mar 1952–7 Jan 1954 as Shipwright Artificer Apprentice. Served in Hawea 8 Jan–15 Feb 1954 and then in Black Prince 16 Feb–29 Apr 1954. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 5th Class on 2 Feb 1954. Served in Penguin a survey boat attached to the survey ship Lachlan 30 Apr 1954. Advanced to Acting Shipwright Artificer 4 on 2 Feb 1955. From 5 Mar 1955–31 Mar 1957 served variously in Philomel and Tamaki. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957, sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 and returned to NZ4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 3rd Class on 2 Feb 1958. On RTNZ he stayed in Royalist until 21 Nov 1958. He returned to both Philomel and Tamaki and then served in Black Prince 28 May 1959–11 Jul 1960 and again in Royalist 12 Jul 1960–31 Dec 1962. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 1st Class on 1 Jan 1962. DEE 1 Feb 1963. His posting card states awarded a UN Service Medal, but it was not for Korean service as he was not Korea in any RNZN ship during the qualifying period. This was a medal issued in error. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGDM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BLACK, John Melville | 34847 | Private | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZAMC | 23/08/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born Sydenham, Christchurch 13 Jul 1930. Worked as a fireman in NZ Railways before enlisting in the Army. Former Regular Force soldier who served in the RNZAMC. Discharged at his own request 27 Feb 1952 in order to join Kayforce. Enlisted in Kayforce 24 Mar 1952. Emplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, Australia, then by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and Japan and landed at Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 25 Sep 1952 and was posted from NZ Base HQ to 16 Fd Regt 25 Sep 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 27 May–20 Sep 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Nov 1953 and appointed Bty Medical Orderly. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Jan 1954 and appointed Medical Orderly. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned in country 9 Jun 1954. Reverted to Gunner 1 Sep 1954 at Burnham before returning to Korea. Re-embarked for second tour to Korea on 5 Oct 1954. Re-entered Japan 9 Oct and re-entered Korea 13 Oct 1954 and was again posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. RTNZ 5 May 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 27 May 1955. Served overseas two years 139 days. Re-enlisted in Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 until 17 Jul 1962. Re-enlisted in the Regular Force, 7 Jul 1966 and was posted to Southern District Ordnance Depot as Storeman Clerk. Later Corporal Ledger Clerk at 5 Platoon, 1 Composite Ordnance Company. TSFD to RAMC and posted to Army Medical Stores 10 Mar 1970. Discharged from the Army 24 Jun 1974. Died Christchurch 18 Dec 1990 aged 60 years. |
| BLACK, Merton James | 816207 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 30/12/2053 | 05/05/2055 | Born Christchurch 19 Jun 1933. Previous service in both Regular Force and TF (Discharged from 3 Coy RNZASC 15 Sep 1952). Labourer for P. Graham and Son Ltd, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce 7 Aug 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Posted to Composite Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 12 Dec 1954 and appointed Administration Clerk in the role of issuer. Promoted Corporal 23 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney. Deplaned Harewood 5 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 127 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jun 1955. Became fireman driver and fireman pump operator for Christchurch Fire Board. Re-joined Regular Force Dec 1956. Posted to RNZE as a Sapper in the trade of Fireman at Burnham Camp. Discharged on payment at his own request 8 Jul 1957. Died Christchurch 12 Dec 1962 aged 29 years. Buried Ruru Services Cemetery. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BLACK, Raymond Basil (Ray) | 15025 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Gisborne 8 Oct 1937. Part time factory hand before joining the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 4 Feb 1954. Drafted to Hawea 17 Jan 1955 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 8 Apr 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 15 Apr–20 Aug 1955. Spent the next two months at Philomel before returning to Black Prince 10 Oct–13 Nov 1955. Also served in Mako 14 Nov 1955–19 Jan 1956 then returned and spent more time at Philomel. Drafted to Tamaki 3 Apr 1956 and advanced to Able Seaman 8 Jul 1956. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to south-east Asia, Japan and Korea. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. After a spell of leave was drafted to Black Prince 26 Sep 1958 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 20 Jul 1959 and went back to Tamaki 3 Aug 1959 to 7 Jan 1960. He was again drafted to Royalist on 30 May 1960 and advanced to Leading Seaman on 20 Jul 1960. While in this ship he suffered a serious illness which required him to be brought back to NZ by air as a cot case with a medical escort. Discharged BNPS 24 May 1961. His medical treatment allowed him to return to reasonable health. Later living in Hastings 2008. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM. Died Hastings 19 Oct 2015. Age 78 years. |
| BLACK, Robert George Stanley | 207710 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Oamaru 16 Apr 1927. Grocer for seven years and then postman, then driver for Rangiora Freight Service. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon. Posted to NZ Base HQ 14 May 1951–19 Jun 1951. Returned to NZ Tpt Platoon 23 Jun 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flying boat at Wellington 26 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 139 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharged Certificate No.240 was sent to an address in Oamaru on 25 Jan 1957. Joined Regular Force 3 Apr 1956. Later Sergeant, Ammunition Technician, RNZAOC. Discharged from the Regular Force 10 Jun 1968 at the completion of his engagement. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 18 Aug 1988 aged 61 years. |
| BLACK, Thomas Graham | 12061 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Invercargill 29 Mar 1930. Grocer's assistant at Invercargill before joining the RNZN on 27 May 1948. After training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Hawea from 8 Feb 1949 to 20 Sep 1949. Drafted to Tutira 21 Sep 1949. Sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 and served mainly on the west coast in Korean waters on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Dismissed HM Service 3 May 1951. |
| BLACK, Thomas Stuart | 11731 | Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Kongahu, West Coast, South Island, 3 Nov 1928. Employed as a radio mechanic before he enlisted 22 Jan 1948 in the RNZN as a Probationary Electrical Mechanic. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and was then drafted to Bellona 26 Mar–6 Jun 1948. In Philomel then returned to Bellona 29 Sep 1948–27 Jan 1949. In Philomel 28 Jan 1949 and advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class 24 Aug 1949 with seniority from 22 Dec 1948 and to Acting Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 22 Jul 1949. Drafted to Bellona 17 Sep 1949–2 Feb 1950 and his rate of Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class Confirmed 17 Dec 1949. Served in Pukaki and again at Philomel before drafting to Rotoiti on 30 Sep 1950. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 to serve with UN forces in Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 23 Dec 1950. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951 and served in Philomel and Irirangi. Advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate 23 Dec 1951 while in Philomel. DEE 4 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLACK, William Coull | 203507 | Temporary Corporal | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Buckie, Scotland 10 Feb 1926. Came from Takapau. Previous service in Army in BCOF, Japan (652034 Signalman 2 Div Sigs). Embarked on the Empire Pride at Wellington 29 May 1946. Served in 2 NZ Signals Company and was attached to 27 NZ Battalion. Promoted Lance Corporal as Wireless NCO. RTNZ on the 27 Aug 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 2 Oct 1947. Post & Telegraph employee at Upper Symonds Street, Auckland. Joined Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Corporal at Waiouru before leaving NZ. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Operator Wireless and Line. At NZ Base HQ. Promoted Corporal 28 Jan 1951. Attached F.A.P to 27 Bde Signals 10 Apr 1951 and located at the 27 Bde Ordnance Field Park and workshops. Attached F.A.P. Line of Communication Independent Sigs Sqn and ceased to be attached to 28 Bde Sigs Troop 5 Aug 1951. Admitted Canadian Field Dressing Station 1–15 Oct 1951. Returned to L of C Indep Sigs Sqn. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 28 May–2 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas and Teal flights via Guam and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 5 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Aug 1952. Died 21 Jan 1974 at Hikurangi. Buried at Ngongotaha cemetery. Later awarded NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| BLACKBURN, Clifford Raymond | 204045 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Pukekohe 11 Aug 1927. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed to Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni and deplaned 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep for the sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Transported freight, petrol, soldiers and other equipment to front line in Korea. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ circa 15 Mar 1943 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged Kayforce 28 May 1953. At Mt Maunganui in 2004. Brother of Selwyn James Blackburn. Died Mt Maunganui, 28 Oct 2017 aged 90 years. |
| BLACKBURN, James Frank (Jim) | 14340 | Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Middleborough, Yorkshire, UK, 26 Jul 1926. Enlisted in the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class on 22 Oct 1943 with Service No P/JX 619025. Underwent training in HMS Royal Arthur, HMS Scotia advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist and Calliope and gained more skills as a telegraphist at HMS Mercury. In Sep 1944 he was in HMS Copra a shore base for maintenance of RN Personnel attached to Combined Operations. Also served in HMS Roseneath, Mercury and Victory from 1 Jul–22 Nov 1946. Released from the RN 22 Nov 1946. Entered the RNZN 22 Oct 1952 as a Telegraphist but did not reach NZ until late Nov 1952. Served in Tui Nov 1953–Feb 1954. Attended a 16-week course at HMAS Cerberus, Australia 25 Feb–8 Jun 1954. On RTNZ served in Philomel 9 Jun 1954–8 Jul 1955. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist 14 Nov 1954. Served in Wakefield (Wellington) and Philomel and attended Petty Officer Telegraphist at HMAS Cerberus 28 Jun–15 Dec 1956. Also served in Irirangi and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist 7 Feb 1952. Drafted to Royalist from 3 May 1957 to 15 Sep 1958 (Petty Officer Telegraphist) Served in Otago Feb and Mar 1962 and from 29 Apr to 2 Sep 1966 in Malaysian waters during confrontation and thereby qualified for the GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ which he received at Parliament in March 2002. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 25 Jun 1965. Awarded British Empire Medal QB Hons 1968. Discharged to RA 12 Dec 1969. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’ and PJM. Living at Glenfield, Auckland, 2008. |
| BLACKBURN, Robert Gordon (Bob) | 203792 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2051 | Born Katikati on 15 May 1926. Served in BCOF, Japan from mid-1946 to Jul 1947 (655522 Trooper Div Cav). Farmhand from Apata near Katikati. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Took part in all the early artillery engagements fired by 161 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of 38th Parallel. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Dec 1951. Emplaned at Iwakuni 15 Dec 1951 for RTNZ on compassionate grounds. Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney and returned to Katikati. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jan 1952. Died Te Puke, 26 Dec 2001 aged 75 years. |
| BLACKBURN, Robert Lester (Bob) | 204539 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Ashburton 4 Jun 1927. Self-employed carpenter from Ashburton. Previous service in BCOF, Japan (667417 Temporary Corporal, NZE, Storeman). Departed from NZ 15 Jul 1947 and returned 5 Oct 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 11 Nov 1948. Enlisted in Kayforce during 1953 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 10 Mar 1953 and entered Korea 12 Mar 1953. Served in 162 Bty. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for artillery training course 16 Aug–26 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 10 Oct 1953 and to Temporary Bombardier a month later and appointed Troop TARA NCO (Technical Assistant RA, TARA). Promoted Temporary Sergeant 11 Feb 1954. Reverted to Bombardier 1 Sep 1954 on ceasing to hold the appointment of Troop TARA NCO because of a lack of technical knowledge. Granted a 12-month extension to his service in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and furlough. The intention was to post him to RNZASC on return to Korea. Deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Did not return to Korea and was discharged from Kayforce 10 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living at Ashburton in 2004 but suffered a stroke and suffered loss of memory and speech. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Ashburton 17 Feb 2016 aged 89 years |
| BLACKBURN, Selwyn James | 204122 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Te Aroha 20 Aug 1926. Wharf Labourer at Auckland. Served in Army in Jayforce for three months with Service No 662954 but did not leave New Zealand. Orchard hand Harley's Orchards. Nelson then farmer at Waitoa, near Paeroa. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 for service in the Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep for the sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea and was involved in many transport tasks as the war moved northwards. All Selwyn's service was in 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 and RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jun 1953 at the termination of his engagement. Died Waikato Public Hospital, Hamilton 4 Feb 1987, buried Newstead cemetery. Brother of Clifford Raymond Blackburn. Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM the application being made by his brother. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was never collected and was returned to Base Records is still at Personal Archives. Brother of Clifford Raymond Blackburn q.v. |
| BLACKLER, Ellis Leslie | 207944 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Invercargill 1 Jun 1929. Labourer at State Forest, Pebbly Hills, Southland. Came from Hedgehope, Southland. Enlisted in Kayforce 14 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. He was a ‘Don R’ (despatch rider) and was issued with an Army-issue Indian motorcycle that he had to ride from Pusan to Miryang in mid-winter. His mates virtually had to prize him off the machine when the convoy arrived. He was able to quickly exchange the motorbike for a jeep. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Oct 1952. Died Sydney, Australia, 15 Nov 1996 aged 67 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLACKLER, Graham David | 206656 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Hokitika 7 Dec 1929. Farm hand from Parapara near Whanganui. Previous service in RNZAF for 51 days during 1947 (Service No 47349). Attested 10 Jan 1952 for service as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Japan. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 26 Feb 1953 while holding the appointment of Sanitary NCO but reverted to Gunner 2 May 1953 when ceasing to hold this appointment. Also responsible for firefighting equipment at NZ Base and had good control over Japanese labourers. Returned to 16 Fd Regt (undated). M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 26 Oct 1953. Emplaned Japan 7 Nov 1953 and deplaned Auckland 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 195 days. SOS Kayforce 16 Jan 1954 and TSFD to the Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Later noted as a double amputee living in Taumarunui 2004. Died Taumarunui 30 Nov 2009 aged 79 years. |
| BLACKLER, Mervin Leslie | 14850 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whanganui 7 Nov 1936. Entered the RNZN as Junior Stores Assistant 2nd Class on 30 Jul 1953. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and like many of his era served in Bellona. Advanced to Junior Stores Assistant 1 on 11 Feb 1954. Served in Lachlan and advanced to Probationary Stores Assistant 7 May 1954. He served in Black Prince 27 May 194–16 Apr 1957 and advanced to Stores Assistant on 7 Dec 1954. Drafted 17 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. On RTNZ was in Philomel and advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 22 Sep 1958. Also served in Kaniere and returned to Royalist 17 Aug 1960–11 Feb 1962. After almost a year in Philomel went back to Royalist 22 Feb 1963 and advanced to Acting Stores Petty Officer 2 Dec 1963 and to Stores Petty Officer 2 Dec 1964. Later served in Otago, Lachlan and Philomel where he advanced to Stores Chief Petty Officer 2 Dec 1968. Went to the UK and was a member of the crew which brought Canterbury back to NZ. Discharged to RA 6 Nov 1973. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BLACKMOORE, Francis Frederick | 204226 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Waiuku 30 Jun 1930. Came from Awanui, Northland. Carpenter at Glendowie before joining as a Kayforce Replacement Draft on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight at bound for Sydney. Travelled by BCPA or Qantas via Port Moresby and Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 23 Sep 1953 and appointed Bty Duty NCO. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 24 Sep 1953 and to Bombardier 12 Nov 1953 while holding this appointment. Admitted 7 Oct 1952 to 60 Indian Fd Amb then TSFD to 25 Canadian Field Dressing station–result of vehicle accident injury. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Kobe, Japan 20 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on Teal flight deplaning Auckland 19 Feb 1954. Served overseas one year 280 days. Discharged 24 Apr 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which he did not receive until 2000, 47 years after he RTNZ. This was because he had moved often and his original issue medals had been returned to Base Records. Died Te Atatu South (Auckland) 1 May 2004 aged 73 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLACKMOORE, William James | 204046 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/03/2052 | Born Mauku, near Pukekohe 29 Dec 1920. Previous Army service during WWII. Departed 14 May 1943 in 9th Reinforcements and entered Egypt 11 Jun 1943. Posted to 21 NZ Bn but served three months in A Sqn NZ LRDG then being returned to 21 Bn. Served in 21 Bn in Italy. RTNZ 23 Jan 1946. Discharged from 2 NZEF 9 Apr 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Self-employed carpenter. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for sea journey to Pusan. Entered Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 28 Comwel Fd Engr Regt Light Aid Detachment. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 26 Sep 1951 and employed as a cook. Admitted to Norwegian MASH 29 Dec 1951 then TSFD to BCOF General Hospital, Japan. RTNZ for medical reasons-duodenal ulcer. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Mar 1952 and admitted to Services Repat General Hospital, Concord, Australia. Deplaned Auckland 13 Mar 1952. Remained under medical supervision and treatment. Served overseas 225 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1952. Died Tokanui 9 May 1974 aged 54 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLACKMORE, John Joseph | 206439 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 20/08/2053 | Born Lawrence, New Zealand 26 Sep 1929. Exchange operator, Post & Telegraph Department, Wellington. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 as a member of Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Posted to NZ Component, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 Jan 1952, entered Korea 19 Jan 1952 and was attached to 16 Fd Regt RNZA 21 Jan 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal 26 Jul 1952 and appointed Postal NCO at NZ Base. Reverted to Temporary Lance Corporal 17 Feb 1953 on ceasing to hold appointment of Postal Clerk at NZ APO 444. Promoted Lance Corporal NZ Base HQ 18 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 20 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Oct 1953. Died Perth Hospital, West Australia, 30 Mar 2000. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM which were sent to family. |
| BLACKMORE, Ronald Malcolm | 208847 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 28 Jun 1928. Labourer for the Public Works Department, Haast. Attested 2 Dec 1952 for service in 6th Kayforce Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 4 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served mainly in the Armistice Area transporting troops, equipment and other necessities. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney by Teal flight and deplaned Harewood 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 219 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM |
| BLACKWELL, Ralph Owen | 208616 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 28/06/2052 | 20/11/2054 | Born Auckland 15 Sep 1927. Crane driver for Lyttelton Harbour Board. Attested 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sidney. Completed the journey to Japan by Qantas or BCPA deplaning Iwakuni, Japan 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. Completed journey to Harewood 20 Nov 1954 on an RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas two years 146 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Hamilton 17 Jul 2000 aged 72 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| BLAIKIE, Hugh Colin | 207748 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born Palmerston 26 Jan 1927. Previous service in the Merchant Navy and served on the following ships: MV Success, MV Pukeko, MV Waipiata and was paid off as an Able-Bodied Seaman on the Waipiata at Dunedin in 1948. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Battery clerk in E Troop, 163 Bty and served wherever the battery was located in the first 15 months Kayforce was in Korea except when posted to Singapore. Qualified for GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ while attending Clerks Course RASC School, Singapore 28 Jan 1952 to 11 Apr 1952. Was stationed at Nee Soon Barracks during the course. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ flew from Rose Bay, Sydney, on flying boat Aorangi deplaning from Teal flight on 10 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Christchurch in 2005. Died Christchurch 17 Aug 2016 aged 89 years. |
| BLAIKIE, Walter Ross | 206392 | Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ Audit Sec | NZ Audit Dept | 10/12/2050 | 10/06/2053 | Born Palmerston, Otago 4 Dec 1924. Came from Roxburgh Hydro. Previous service as wireless operator and air gunner in the RNZAF from 17 Jul 1943–10 Dec 1945. Flew in Harvard, Blenheim and Wellington aircraft. Served in Canada and in England, UK. RTNZ in the rank of Flight Sergeant. Awarded Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Audit clerk in the Government Audit Department. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ Audit Unit. Promoted Captain 21 Dec 1951. On TOD to 1 Comwel Div HQ 4–10 Aug 1952. Attached FAP to Brit Com Sub-Area, Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953. Was a member of the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan 27 Mar–16 Apr 1953. Relinquished appointment of auditor, NZ Kayforce 21 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 for RTNZ. Arrived Auckland 10 Jun 1953 and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 182 days Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, 21 Aug 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BLAIR, Daniel James | 568303 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/12/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Napier 19 Jan 1933. Compulsory Military Service Trainee. Then a serving TF soldier. Employed as a driver for M.W. Torr, Putorino, Hawkes Bay, before enlisting in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements on 8 Jul 1953. Emplaned Auckland 1 Dec 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and then by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 3 or 4 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Reg Served as a Driver Operator in C Troop, 162 Bty in the Imjin Area. Roving OP 45 attached to Canadian Black Watch near Hill 355. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 Kobe, Japan on HMT New Australia at for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the RTNZ deplaning from Teal flight at Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Served in Korea 358 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 5 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.251 sent to Putorino 25 Jan 1957. Joined Regular Force. Served in South Vietnam in 161 Bty from 23 Jan 1967 as Battery signaller. Discharged from the Army 14 Mar 1969. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, Vietnam Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Living at Snell's Beach, Warkworth, 2004. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZGSM (V) and NZDSM (R). |
| BLAIR, Thomas | 204170 | Driver | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Eltham, Taranaki, 29 Jul 1929. Fitter & Turner. Enlisted Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for travel to Kure, Japan. Entered Korea 24 Mar 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ Tpt Section. Employed as Driver at Div HQ Tpt Platoon. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 242 days. Discharged 31 Dec 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.252 sent to Longarth, Taranaki 25 Jan 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Edgecumbe, 12 Feb 2003 aged 73 years. Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| BLAKE, Dennis Clifford | 711567 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wellington 21 Apr 1930. Bus Driver for Wellington City Tramways. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 7 May 1963 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas from Sydney via Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 16 May 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey from Brisbane by Teal flight and deplaned Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 202 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Feb 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.253 was sent to his given address in Wellington 25 Jan 1957. Original medals lost in a house fire. Medals replaced at cost in 1995. Died Hokitika, 24 Dec 2005 aged 74 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Worked in civil life and served in the Army with Ronald Musgrove q.v. Entitled to NZGSM (K). |
| BLAKE, Graeme Dudley Abel | 457249 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Waverley 13 Feb 1932. CMT Trainee and serving TF soldier in 1 Fd Regt then TSFD to 4 Medium Regt. Surveyor's Chainman for G.A. Gibbs, Surveyor, Te Awamutu. Attested in Kayforce 20 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP Canadian NCO school 3 May–15 Jun 1954. Returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed Survey Bombardier. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Aug 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Survey Sergeant. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation at Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 4 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 18 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit (1 Fd Regt at Fort Cautley, Devonport). Completed a further year TF service after returning to NZ. Discharge Cert sent to Auckland 25 Jan 1957. Died Hawera, 13 Feb 1999 aged 67 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BLAKE, Len | 535703 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Taupo 4 Dec 1931. CMT trainee before joining Kayforce. Occupation shown as Carpenter for Public Works Department. Later coal miner from Denniston State Coal Mine. Enlisted 23 Apr 1953 for service in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled from Sydney by air via, Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battery or employment not known. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland. Served overseas one year 116 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 13 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit (1 Bn Hauraki Regt). Discharge Cert sent to Taupo 25 Jan 1957 but recipient was in Australia and the Discharge Cert was returned to Army. Entitled to NZOSM. NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BLAKE, Robert Kaha | 34781 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/08/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Patea 22 Aug 1931. Labourer and butcher from Patea Freezing Works. Ex Regular Force soldier who served in RNZAOC had enlisted under the name of Blake believing that this was his name. Previously known as Tekama Heremaia Hokopaura but correct name was Robert Hokopaura. Interesting background. Enlisted in Kayforce 17 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Driver. Platoon or how employed not known. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and remained on the NZ Roll for RTNZ 24 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1954 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Wellington 17 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 236 days. SOS Kayforce 16 Jun 1954 and posted to a TF unit shortly after return to NZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Aug 1972 aged 41 years. Later also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BLAKE, Walter | 12423 | Sick Berth Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Tynemouth, Northumberland, UK, 26 Nov 1912. Entered the Royal Navy 7 Dec 1936 as a Sick Berth Attendant (SBA) on Probation and was issued the Service No C/MX 53842. After initial training he was drafted to the RN Hospital in HMS Pembroke. Advanced to Sick Berth Attendant 2 Dec 1937. Drafted to the battleship HMS Warspite 23 Aug 1939 and soon found himself serving in the eastern Mediterranean but the ship was deployed to cover the Atlantic convoys. In Apr 1940 Warspite took part in the Norwegian campaign and was present off Narvik. In Apr Warspite returned to the Mediterranean and was kept busy on such duties as the bombardment of Bardia, protection of convoys to Malta and between Crete and Greece. On 8 Dec 1940 Walter Blake advanced to Leading Sick Berth Attendant (Temporary). In March Warspite took part in the Battle of Matapan and this was followed by actions round Crete where Warspite was hit by bombs and 38 men killed and 31 injured. The ship suffered further damage and was sent to the USA for repairs with several crew members being returned to Britain. Drafted to HMS Resolution 23 Aug–13 Oct 1941. He returned to HMS Pembroke and the RN Hospital. Advanced to Sick Berth Petty Officer (Temporary) 6 Mar 1943. In 1944 he was serving in HMS Braganza (Bombay) until 20 Apr 1946. Advanced to Leading Sick Berth Attendant (Permanent) 8 Feb 1945 and to Sick Berth Petty Officer (Temporary) the same day. Later served in HMS Lanka (Ceylon–Sri Lanka) and then served in HMS Alaunia. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 10 Feb 1949. Entered the RNZN at HMNZS Cook in London on 19 Dec 1948 as a Sick Berth Attendant and advanced the next day to Leading Sick Berth Attendant. Cook was re-named Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a member of the crew that sailed the ship to New Zealand. Served in Philomel 20 Sep 1949–15 Jan 1953. Advanced to SBPO 1 Jun 1950 and to Sick Berth Chief Petty Officer 15 Apr 1952. Served in Black Prince 16 Apr 1952–22 Mar 1954, Tamaki 23 Mar 1954–23 Sep 1955 and in Philomel 23 Sep 1955. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957. On RTNZ Sick Berth Chief Petty Officer Walter Blake returned to Philomel on 29 Sep 1958 and was discharged to RA 18 Dec 1958. Awarded British Empire Medal (QB Hons 1954), 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BLAKISTON, Edward (Eddie) | 1687 | Commissioned Writer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Queenstown, Cuskinny, County Cork, Ireland, 12 Jun 1919. Clerk before enlisting in the navy and had also served for four months in the RNZAF. Edward Blakiston's father, Edward William Blakiston, was a Chief Petty Officer Gunnery Instructor in the Royal Navy. Edward junior enlisted NZ Division Royal Navy Jan 1933 as a Probationary Writer. Served in HMS Achilles 28 Apr 1941–23 Jul 1942 by which date he had returned to NZ. Was in Philomel until drafted to Gambia on 1 Dec 1944 to 26 Aug 1946 including service in Japanese waters as part of the British Far East Fleet on occupational duties. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Also served in Bellona. Promoted Chief Petty Officer Writer 1 Jul 1948. Promoted Commissioned Writer Officer 1 Jan 1950. Appointed on 2 Feb 1953 to Kaniere and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 as the Supply Officer during the deployment Korean War as Supply Officer. Took part in operations bombarding North Korean Armed Forces. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Attended several courses in the UK over the period 5 Jan 1955 to 28 Mar 1957 including time at RN Naval College at Greenwich, HMS Ceres (the Supply & Secretariat training school at Wetherby, Yorkshire), HMS Phoenix (Portsmouth) and HMS Orion. Later Lieutenant Commander Jun 1964. Discharged 11 Jun 1964. On the Retired List of the Royal New Zealand Navy in Aug 1966. Appointed MBE and awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Employed by the Auckland Hospital Board Dec 1973 to Oct 1980. Died at his home Hamilton 7 Oct 2005 aged 86 years after a short illness. |
| BLAMPIED, Jack | 13803 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Boston, Lincolnshire, UK, 31 Jan 1922. Employed as a kitchen boy before he entered the Royal Navy on 3 Aug 1937 as Boy 2nd Class with Service No P/JX 154304. His initial training was conducted in HMS St Vincent after which he was drafted to HMS Diomede, a D-class light cruiser launched in 1919. He spent the last half of 1938 alternating between Diomede and HMS Drake. Served in HMS Resource, a depot ship for two months then was drafted to HMS Malaya 27 May 1939–28 Aug 1940 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 31 Jan 1940. Returned to HMS Drake 29 Aug 1940 and advanced to Able Seaman 30 Oct 1940. Served in HMS Nimrod then in HMS Arab (an anti-submarine trawler) Jan to Jun 1941. His next ship was HMS Watchman (destroyer) in which he served 25 Jun 1941–15 Apr 1942 and was involved with convoy escorts in the Atlantic. In Jun 1942 he was drafted to HMS Dolphin, the RN Submarine training school. He served in HMS Maidstone a submarine depot ship 4 Oct 1942–25 May 1943. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) 26 May 1943. Served in HMS Stygian (submarine) 4 Jan 1944–5 Feb 1945 in the Burma, Malaya and Indonesian areas and in the Pacific Theatre. He then served in HMS Cyclops (submarine depot ship), HMS Alaric (submarine) 16 Jul 1947–15 Sep 1948 and in HMS Tudor (submarine) 16 Sep 1948–4 Apr 1950. Advanced to Leading Seaman (Permanent) 7 Jan 1950. His last submarine appears to have been HMS Scotsman 31 May–13 Sep 1950. His final ship was HMS Montclare (submarine depot ship) 20 Feb 1951–8 Apr 1952. Released from the RN 8 May 1952. Not known what medals he was awarded for his wartime service but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic and Pacific Stars and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori 9 May 1952 and was granted the rate of Able Seaman followed by Leading Seaman the next day. On arrival in New Zealand he served in Philomel 13 May 1952–1 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953–6 May 1954. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. She RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 and Jack Blampied remained aboard until drafted to Bellona 7 May 1954–29 Apr 1955. He served in Kiwi 30 Apr 1955–26 Jul 1956 and in Philomel 27 Jul 1956. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 12 Oct 1956. Also served in Tamaki, Lachlan and attended courses in HMAS Watson. He also later served in Pukaki, Kaniere and Royalist but only qualified for PJM in Royalist. Discharged by Purchase 27 Oct 1961. Awarded the Korea medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. |
| BLAND, Fred Hutchinson | 11796 | Lieutenant Commander (Ordnance Engineering) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Morrinsville on 21 Apr 1925. On a two-year exchange with the RN circa Jul 1954. Attended RN Engineering College, HMS Excellent and RN Staff college, Greenwich and later the Joint Services Staff College, Latimer, London. Appointed to Royalist on 12 Jan 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 and he then served in HMNZ Dockyard as Assistant to the Engineer Manager. Also served in Royalist late 1961 to Aug 1962. Chief of RNZN Technical Services 1970–75 and head of NZ Defence Liaison Staff London 1975–80. Appointed OBE (Mil) 1974. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZ Armed Forces Award with clasp and NZDSM. Later General Manager of the Bay of Plenty Electric Power Board 1980–85. |
| BLANDFORD, Alfred William | 206120 | Signalman | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 26/12/2051 | Born Petone, 23 Nov 1914. Assembler and mechanic at General Motors vehicle plant Petone. Previous Army Service during WWII with Service No 11872. Embarked 21Jul 1943 with 10th Reinforcements and served in 2 NZ Div Signals while in Italy. Attached to NZ Div Artillery, Attached HQ Command NZASC, Attached 9 NZ Infantry Bde and attached 6 NZ Inf Bde RTNZ 23 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Reduced his age by five years to enlist in Kayforce. Real date of Birth 23 Nov 1914. Driver for Associated Motorists Petrol Coy, Lower Hutt. After training in Waiouru and Trentham Camp at the Signals School he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Attached FAP to Brit Com Line of Communication Independent Signal Squadron 9 Aug–2 Oct 1951. To be RTNZ with ETD 21 Dec 1951 and emplaned Iwakuni on that date on Qantas flight to Sydney for RTNZ (Compassionate) and deplaned Wellington 26 Dec 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Returned to Petone. Served overseas one year 17 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Feb 1952. Died Otahuhu, 8 Jan 1997 aged 83 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLANE, Kevin John | 206657 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Hicks Bay, East Coast 29 Nov 1925. Previous RNZAF service (Service No 452186) and Army service in BCOF, Japan (649839 Private, Infantry Corps). Embarked on HMT Chitral at Wellington 30 Jul 1946. Served in 22 Bn and in the Tokyo Bn. RTNZ as a Lance Corporal. Disembarked Wellington 27 Aug 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 30 Sep 1947 having served overseas one year 189 days. Worked as a clothing salesman for Manhattan Ltd, Palmerston North. Enlisted in Kayforce 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 162 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 9 Jun 1952 and appointed Duty NCO. Eleven days later promoted Temporary Bombardier. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 12 Sep 1952 and appointed Bty QMS. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 10 Nov 1952, TSFD to 8228 MASH and 123 Medical Holding Company. Discharged from hospital 4 Jan 1953. Reverted to Bombardier (in Dec but was again promoted Temporary Sergeant 4 Jan 1953. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Apr 1955 ant to Staff Sergeant 18 Oct 1953 and appointed Bty QMS. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 181 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal an UN Korea Medal. Re-enlisted 6 Jan 1956 but was discharged two months later as he had obtained a position with a clothing company in Gisborne. Discharge Cert sent to Gisborne 25 Jan 1957. Later Staff Sergeant, RNZA. Died Gisborne 5 Jun 1982 aged 57 years. Buried at Gisborne Taruheru Services Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLANKLEY, Neville | 12779 | Steward | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Wilsford, Lincolnshire, UK, 18 Apr 1927. Found employment as a casual farm labourer. Entered the Royal Navy 5 Sep 1944 as a Boy Steward and underwent training at HMS Royal Arthur. Moved to HMS Duke 4 Oct 1944 and advanced to Acting Steward 18 Oct 1944. Drafted to HMS Stonecrop (Flower-class corvette) 1 May–16 Jun 1945. He next served in HMS Northway a Casa Grande dock landing ship. Advanced to Std 18 Aug 1945. HMS Northway was in Singapore in Oct 1945 when a minor mutiny took place. One cause of dissatisfaction was herrings in tomato sauce three times a week for breakfast and the fact that servicemen were wanting to return home to attend to domestic problems. He next served in HMS Mayina a transit Camp about 5 miles (8km) from Colombo, Ceylon 23 Jan 1946 then HMS Highflyer (shore base near Trincomalee, Ceylon, probably while waiting for shipment back to the UK. Served in HMS Drake 17 Feb 1946–12 Jan 1947 when he was released from the RN. Awarded France & Germany Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori 29 May 1949 as a Std. Drafted to Tutira 9 Jun 1949 and was in Tamaki 26 Aug 1949 then to Philomel 15 Feb 1950. Drafted to Hawea 7 Mar 1950–11 Mar 1952 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. He then served in Philomel followed by a short time in Tamaki. Returned to serve in Hawea again 8 Jul 1952–2 Nov 1953 and sailed back to Korea 4 Aug 1952. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Drafted to Bellona 3 Nov 1953 and completed his engagement in that ship. DEE 28 May 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLANKLEY, Robert George | 33212 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Auckland 31 Aug 1930. Employed by NZ Railways as a porter before enlisting in the Army 7 Jan 1949 but took his discharge later in the year. Worked for Shaw Saville and Albion Shipping line in Auckland. He soon realised that service life was what he sought and re-enlisted in the Army 24 May 1951. Posted to Papakura Camp. This followed a period of intensive training in 16 Fd Regt and Waiouru. Emplaned 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan on 2 Jul 1952. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Continued the journey by air from Sydney deplaning NZ 30 Mar 1954. SOS Kayforce 27 May 1954. Reposted to Regular Force in rank of Bombardier, Northern Military District. Appointments he held included Battery Sergeant Major 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, Gun Position Officer 4 Medium Battery Regimental Sergeant Major or Ngaruawahia Camp. Awarded LS&GC Medal (Military) in 1972. About this time he was the Regimental Sergeant Major of the Service’s Corrective Establishment at Ardmore. Also awarded the MSM 28 Jul 1976. He was an Instructor RNZA and was one of the earliest to wear the crossed guns insignia after that uniform distinction was re-introduced in 1978. This showed the wearer was a most professional and experienced gunner and had completed the required seventy weeks of specialist courses. His final appointment in the Army was Sergeant Major of the Army to which appointment he was posted in Jan 1979. Appointed MBE NY Hons 1981. Discharged 1981. See Service Lives Remembered. Died Peacefully at Mercy Hospice in Ponsonby, on Monday the 7th of Dec 2015; aged 85 years. |
| BLAYNEY, Martin John | 208923 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/09/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Ballarat, Australia, 27 Jun 1932. Labourer, State Forestry Department, Naseby, Central Otago. Emplaned Wellington 30 Sep 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 10 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Oct 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 15 Nov–7 Dec 1953 for artillery training course. Injured in a vehicle accident 5 Sep 1954 and admitted to 25 Canadian FDS. Discharged to unit three-days later. Promoted Lance Bombardier during Tour. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Sep 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Granted 28 days leave in Australia and the way home. Completed RTNZ on Teal flight (paying his own way) deplaning at Auckland 22 Dec 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 54 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Feb 1955 in Melbourne, Australia. Enlisted (NZ advised 5 Aug 1955) in the Australian Army as 3/5885 Private M.J. Blayney and was posted to A, Coy, 8 Sqn, located at Kapooka, NSW. Also served in RAAF Leading Aircraftman Service No A220968. Later entitled to NZOSM. |
| BLAZEY, Maurice Andrew | 213049 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Christchurch 10 Jul 1928. Painter and paperhanger from Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight from Whenuapai to Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ 16 Nov 1954 and remained in Japan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Apr 1955 and entered Korea 23 Apr 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Jun 1955 and appointed LMG Lance Corporal but reverted to Driver at his own request 11 Jan 1956. Attached to NZ Base 20–24 Oct 1955 while on rugby tour. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Kure for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 18 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 164 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 May 1956. Discharge Cert No.258 sent to Christchurch 25 Jan 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BLAZEY, Robert Edward | 205040 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 03/06/2053 | 27/02/2055 | Born Christchurch 2 May 1929. Served in Territorial Force 3 Feb 1950–22 Feb 1951. Was a member of 1 Heavy Mortar Battery and the 32 Bty, 3 Fd Regt RNZA. Student at University and also worked in the University Society. Attested 25 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni Japan 6 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1953 and was posted to H Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 4 Mar 1954 and to Lance Corporal 17 Aug 1954 and held the appointment of Wireless NCO. Granted 30 days leave without pay as a New Zealand Representative to attend the second Asian Conference for World government on UN Charter Revision 21 Oct 1954. Conference was held in Tokyo 1–5 Nov 1954. Attached to NZ Base HQ, Hiro, Japan while attending this conference. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 9 Dec 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Feb 1955 for RTNZ and discharge. Served overseas one year 270 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 May 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.259 was sent 25 Jan 1957 to his given address at Duvauchelles Bay, Banks Peninsula 25 Jan 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BLEAKEN, Laurence Reuben | 11083 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hamilton 30 Apr 1930. Enlisted in RNZN 15 Dec 1945. Served as a Seaman Boy in Achilles and was then drafted to Gambia 9 Apr 1946 to 24 Nov 1947 for service during the Occupation Force in Japan. Also served in Bellona and was promoted Ordinary Seaman 30 Apr 1948 and to Able Seaman 30 Dec 1948. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to Korean waters via Sydney, the Java Sea, Singapore and Hong Kong. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on convoy escort and patrol duties. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 29 Apr 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49 and KWSM. Living in Whitianga in 2003. |
| BLEASE, Ronald Geoffrey | 203863 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born Auckland 13 May 1922. Served in a NZ Territorial Force unit, 1 Bn Taranaki Regt as a Private with Service No 2/4/1227. TSFD to NZ Reserve of NZ Defence Force 12 Sep 1945. Was a farmer employed by C.V. Pilkington, Papakura. Attested for KMB 31 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde with Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty from Pusan to what became the Armistice line. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 28 Feb 1951. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure from where he was discharged 2 Apr 1951 to NZ Base HQ. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 18 May 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 29 Dec 1951, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 3 Jan 1952 but remained on X(ii) List. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 16 Feb 1952 and was then TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Training Depot. Posted to NZ Base HQ 1 Apr 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 12 May–14 Jun 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ 28 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 11 Jul 1952 and to Temporary Lance Bombardier 4 Aug 1952 while Orderly Room Clerk. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Emplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1953 for second tour in Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 and M/I NZRTU. Posted to NZ Base HQ 25 Apr 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 10 Oct 1953 (Battery Quartermaster Sergeant). Promoted Sergeant 12 Apr 1954. Sergeant (Temporary Staff Sergeant) granted a further 6 months extension dating from 31 Jul 1954. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 22 Oct 1954, re-entered Korea and M/I 16 Fd Regt 26 Oct 1954. M/I RTU 26 Nov 1954 and CTBA 16 Fd Regt. Granted a further 12 Month extension of service dating from 31 Jan 1955. Was Staff Sergeant at Base Camp Orderly Room in Japan in May 1955. Was one of a handful of Kayforce personnel who married a young Japanese woman, Miss Miki Nozoe, while in theatre. Married at Kure by Padre Gilbert RNZChD. Japan 17 Dec 1955. TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Feb 1956. Embarked HMT New Australia at Kure 22 Mar 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas four years 360 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Sep 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in Regular Force as Driver /T Sergeant on 5 Sep 1956 and was posted to ND Coy RNZASC. Discharged on 17 Aug 1958. Died Glenfield, Auckland, 27 Jun 1995. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| BLENNERHASSETT, Roland | 12899 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Te Puke 11 Jan 1931. Employed as a clerk before he enlisted in the RNZN on 3 Feb 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki. Like many of his era his first sea service was in Bellona and advanced to Able Seaman 19 Sep 1950. Attended a course in HMAS Rushcutter 4 Dec 1950–4 Jun 1951. In Philomel 5 Jun 1951–1 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and sail from Devonport 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. Kaniere RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. On RTNZ he was drafted to Bellona 7 May 1954. The remainder of his service was shared between Kiwi and Bellona. DEE 2 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Australia 21 Apr 2021 aged 81 years. |
| BLICK, Leonard James (Len) | 11362 | Leading Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Whanganui 19 Nov 1926. Radio Mechanician at Makara Radio, Karori. Enlisted in RNZN Jan 1947. Served briefly in Bellona Nov 1948 Feb49. Also served in Kaniere. Served in Hawea as Leading Radio Electricians Mate from 6 Mar 1950 to 10 Mar 1952. Was on board the ship when it was guard ship together with HMS Cardigan Bay in the Yalu River during the salvage of a MIG fighter by an American Landing Craft Utility (LCU) to recover wreckage from a Mikoyan MiG–15 fighter aircraft which had crashed in shallow water south-west of Hanchon. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged Jan 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Auckland 2001. Died Te Atatu, Auckland, 31 Mar 2011 aged 84 years. A photo exists picturing George Merrit, Len Blick (Leading Radio Electricians Mate) Stan Robinson and John Ellwood taken on board Hawea. Name shown as BLISS in Tales From Korea by G.F. Hopkins but it is thought to mean BLICK. |
| BLINCOE, Harold Francis | 12977 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Nelson, 6 Oct 1928. Employed as a storeman before he entered the RNZN on 25 May 1949 as a Stoker. Initial training was conducted in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 1 Feb 1950–7 Jan 1951. He cannot have liked the role of a Stoker for on 8 Jan 1951 he changed trade to Assistant Cook then to Assistant Cook (Seamen) 10 Jan 1951 and to Cook (Seamen) 10 Jan 1952. Served in Tamaki and Philomel until drafted 3 Aug 1953 to Pukaki (except for one week in Kaniere during 2–10 Feb 1952). Pukaki sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 and spent some time in Malayan waters before proceeding to Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but Harold Blincoe stayed in Pukaki until 23 Feb 1955. Served in Philomel 24 Feb 1955 until DEE 25 May 1955. Awarded Naval GSM (M) and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| BLIZZARD, Henry Matthew | 13080 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Willesden, London 22 Nov 1919. General Labourer before enlisting in the Royal Navy with Service No P/SSX 33826 (Portsmouth). Served in Royal Navy 1940–47, Petty Officer. Awarded the 1939–45 Star (initially recorded on his file as the 1939–43 Star), Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps and Africa Star, clasp ‘North Africa 1942–43’. Served in the sloop HMS Deptford 8 Feb 1941–21 Mar 1943 during which time the ship picked up survivors of two British ships sunk by U Boats and took part in the sinking of the German submarine U 567 in the Atlantic north-north-east of the Azores on 21 Dec 1941. Also served during the invasion of France, in HMS Blackpool, a Bangor-class diesel-engined minesweeper from 8 Sep 1943 to 26 Sep 1944, during which time he was promoted Temporary Petty Officer. This ship took part in the Normandy Landings. Petty Officer Seaman Blizzard also served in the minesweeper HMS Michael. He would in all likelihood have been awarded War Medal 1939–45. Entered the RNZN on 10 Jul 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman and soon returned to Petty Officer rating. Served in Lachlan before being drafted to Tutira on 2 Feb 1950. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on west coast of Korea. Slightly wounded when stuck on the head and knocked out by shrapnel from floating mine exploded by Tutira. RTNZ 20 May 1951. Later served in Kiwi and at shore stations at Philomel and Tamaki. DEE 15 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BLOCKLEY, Raymond Fredrick | 203592 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Taihape 15 Jul 1927. Driver Salesman for Kiwi Bacon Co, Hamilton. Living at Frankton, Hamilton, but enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950 at Auckland. Underwent training at Papakura and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver, Training & Reinforcement Bty. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb then TSFD to 8063 MASH then to 4th Fd Hosp and then to BCOF General Hospital (Kure, Japan) for treatment following accidental wounding by gunshot wounds 23 Feb 1951. He mentioned “…a couple of bullets in his stomach” in a letter home and also received damage to his ears from gun blast. His mother wanted his injury to be published in the Waikato Times so his friends and relatives could be informed but this was initially not released by Army. Later employed as Lance Bombardier Postal NCO at NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for return to NZ on furlough. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Did not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 232 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Brother of Thomas William John Blockley (q.v.) Died Hamilton, 7 Sep 2006 aged 79 years. |
| BLOCKLEY, Thomas William John | 457295 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 17/11/2053 | 02/05/2055 | Born Taihape 19 Apr 1932. Vulcaniser for A.H. Franks of Hamilton. Third intake CMT then service in TF in 4th Medium Regt, RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce at Hamilton 30 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 7 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and to Japan. Entered Japan 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 29 Nov 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 2 Dec 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 3 Jul 1954. Accidentally injured 13 Jan 1955 and was admitted to Brit Com Fd Hosp for two-days and then returned to his unit. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 25 Feb 1955 and was released 2 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 on Qantas for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 2 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 167 days. Discharged 28 Jun 1955 and posted to a TF Unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.261 was sent to an address in Frankton Junction. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His medals were stolen during a robbery at his home. Later issued with NZOSM and NZDSM. Brother of Raymond Frederick Blockley (q.v.) Died Hamilton, 9 Jan 2018 aged 85 years |
| BLOMQUIST, Robert John (Bob) | 208468 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/05/2052 | 18/02/2054 | Born Christchurch 7 Jun 1927. Bus driver for New Zealand Road Services. Came from Akaroa. Attested 10 Jan 1952 for service in Kayforce. Emplaned Evans ‘Bay, Wellington 14 May 1952 on a Teal flying boat Aranui and flew to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 21 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1953 to fill a vacancy on a new establishment; Temporary Corporal 15 Jun 1953 and appointed NCO i/c Section and then to Corporal 1 Nov 1953. Received a broken collar bone in a football game 19 Oct 1952 and was admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb. TSFD to Brit Com Z Medical unit at Kure, Japan and was discharged from there back to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 4 Nov 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from Div HQ Tpt Pl and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 7.30am 18 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 281 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Apr 1954. Died Christchurch 8 Aug 2009 aged 82 years. |
| BLOOMFIELD, William Andrew (Bill) | 203793 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Morrinsville 19 Feb 1923. Previous service in the NZ Territorial Force (2 Bn Hauraki Regt, initially Service No 1/19/1409 then 441408) during WWII then TSFD to RNZAF on 21 Aug 1942 (Service No 429766). He may have received War Medal 1939–45 and the NZ War Service Medal. Carpenter working for Rehab Service and Hamilton. Enlisted in KMB 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 16 Fd Regimental pool and carpenter. Then served with 161 Bty to the north of Pusan and then moved south. Initially expected to leave Japan 23 Apr 1952 and was listed as an emergency on Roll No.60 for RTNZ. He later emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 151 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.264 was sent to an address in Morrinsville on 25 Jan 1957. Died Feilding 19 Jul 1987 aged 64 years; buried at Feilding. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLOOR, Edward John (Ted) | 206440 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Staffordshire, UK, 27 Jun 1922. Carpenter and dairy farm worker from Pahiatua. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni and deplaned 25 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 15 Oct 1951 and was posted to G Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regiment. Was injured 24 Feb 1953 (broken leg) when the vehicle in which he was travelling from Main Div HQ to B Coy, RASC, skidded on a rail line and went over a cliff. Admitted to the Norwegian MASH 24 Feb, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 27 Feb and then TSFD to 6 Convalescent Training Depot 4 Mar 1952. Discharged to NZ Base Camp 28 Apr 1952. His father Mr J. Bloor at Hall Farm. Hixon, Staffordshire was informed that the injury was not serious. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 5 Aug 1952. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1953. Returned to Pahiatua. Discharge Cert returned to Base Records and is still on file. Entitled to the NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BLUETT, Max (Bluey) | 203960 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Whakatane 15 Apr 1925. Previous Army service in BCOF, Japan 1947–48. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and served in 2 Battalion, NZ Regt. Also served in Tokyo Battalion. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1948. RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 16 Aug 1948 from the Westralia. Discharged from Jayforce 16 Sep 1948. Labourer for Whakatane Board Mills. Attested 27 Feb 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on Wahine and sailed for Korea. Awarded British Empire Medal (NZ Gazette, 10 Jan 1952) for his efforts on board ship when the Wahine struck the reef at Masela Island. He spent three hours in the fuel oil sludge in the hold containing the 25-pounder guns and removed all six feed-blocks from the guns. Flew from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 17 Sep 1951 and was posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Whakatane Sub-union Rep.) Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 10 May 1952 and appointed 2i/c Gun. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 6 Aug 1952 while holding appointment as 2i/c Gun, Baker Troop, No.1 Gun. Promoted T Sergeant 26 Oct 1952 and appointed Gun No.1. Attended CATC course from 27 Oct–15 Nov 1952. Reverted to Bombardier 10 Feb 1953 on ceasing to hold appointment as Gun No.1. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Returned by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland late afternoon 4 Mar 1953. Served overseas on year 216 days. Discharged 6 May 1953. Died Kawerau, 14 Jul 2002 aged 76 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| BLUNSDON, Kenneth Frederick | 206857 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 17/07/2053 | Born Wellington 19 Dec 1924. Enlisted in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt during WWII (Service No 2/3/520) but this enlistment was cancelled. TSFD to RNZAF and served approx 18 months in the rank of Leading Aircraftman being discharged in early 1947. Discharged on the cessation of hostilities. Wool classer for Dalgety's, Napier. Attested 28 Feb 1952 for enlistment as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 9 Sep 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Flew on by civil Air and deplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Kure, 15 Sep 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Dec 1952 and appointed 2 Ech Clerk. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Jan 1953. Attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953 then returned to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Bombardier 1 Mar 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 19 Mar 1953 and TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit until discharged 31 Mar 1953. On tour with Kayforce Rugby Team Tour of Japan 31 Mar–16 Apr 1953. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hospital, Kure,17 Apr–29 May 1953. Did not enter Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Jul 1953 for RTNZ on medical grounds and for discharge. Deplaned Wellington 17 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 315 days. Referred to Napier Hospital for specialist investigation and treatment. Discharged 6 Oct 1953. Returned to Taradale. Awarded UN Korea Medal alone. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| BLYTH, George Theodore | 14432 | Acting Petty Officer Electrician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Shiremoor, Northumberland, UK, on 20 Nov 1923. Employed as a warehouse boy before he entered the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class on 26 Feb 1940 with Service No C/MX 844020. Underwent initial training in HMS Impregnable followed by HMS St George where he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 19 Oct 1940. Served in HMS Pembroke then drafted to HMS Euryalus a new Dido Class light cruiser on 26 Jun 1941. This ship was commissioned into the RN on 30 Jun 1941. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 29 Nov 1941 and to Able Seaman on 20 Jun 1942. HMS Euryalus was involved in convoy escort duties firstly from Glasgow to Gibraltar and the from Gibraltar to Malta. George stayed in this ship until 22 Feb 1944 and was involved in many operations including the invasion of Sicily and the landings at Salerno. He returned to Britain and was at Pembroke 23 Feb 1944–19 Feb 1945, possibly training for a change in trade. Drafted to HMS Sussex (a heavy cruiser) 20 Feb 1945 and served in in the Eastern Fleet and was deployed in preparation for landings on the Malayan Peninsula at Port Swettenham and Port Dickson. HMS Sussex was in Singapore and to take the surrender of the Japanese. At the end of the war she provided cover for the 5th Indian Division fighting against the insurgents (who were fighting for their independence from the Dutch) at Soerabaya [sic], Java. On 1 Feb 1947 George Blyth was shown as Electrical Mechanician 1st Class (ST?). Drafted to HMS Belfast 17 Dec 1948–17 Apr 1948, then served in HMS Albacore (minesweeper), HMS Neptune (shore station) followed by service in HMS Collingwood where he advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 26 Jul 1952. Also served in HMS Neptune again and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Feb 1953 and was released to The Reserve 29 Jan 1954. Entered RNZN at Maori in London as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 12 Apr 1954 and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician the following day. On arrival in NZ was in Philomel for a brief period and then drafted to Bellona 31 May 1954 with rate of Leading Electrical Mechanician confirmed on 15 Apr 1954. Served in Black Prince, Hawea then returned to Black Prince. Drafted to Royalist 21 Dec 1956. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and George Blyth advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician (Local) 30 May 1957. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Electrical Division. Later served again in Black Prince, Philomel and Royalist and advanced to Petty Officer Chief Electrician 27 Feb 1959. He also served in Endeavour and probably made a trip to Scott Base in Antarctica. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with clasp, Burma Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Also awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity in May 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM and PJM. |
| BOAG, Maxwell Nevil | 13230 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 18/03/2053 | Born Christchurch 25 Aug 1934. Enlisted 2 Feb 1950 as Seaman Boy. Initial training was conducted in Tamaki. First sea service was in Bellona 19 Jan–26 Jun 1951 followed immediately after by service in Kaniere on 27 Jun–9 Nov 1951 and then returned to Bellona for one month. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 to serve mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 25 Feb 1952 and to Able Seaman 25 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Spent time in Philomel and attended a training course at HMAS Cerberus 29 May 1954 to 24 Jan 1955 returning to Tamaki. Drafted to Kaniere as Acting Leading Seaman 6 Jan 1956 and again served in Korean waters and later on Operation Grapple monitoring the nuclear explosions. DEE 24 Aug 1958 as a Leading Seaman. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZ Special Service Medal (Nuclear), NZDSM and the KWSM. |
| BOAG, Peter Brownlie | 207151 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/03/2054 | 22/11/2054 | Born Blenheim on 27 Sep 1925. Biologist employed by Shell Oil Co. Attested in Kayforce 4 Aug 1953. Attended Kayforce Officer Cadet Training Unit 11th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 10 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Carried on by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 1 Jun 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey by air deplaning Christchurch from on RMA Arahia flight 22 Nov 1954 ex Sydney. Total service overseas 258 days. SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers in the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, 18 Jan 1955. Became a Cadet Corps Officer at Otago Boys High School in 1961 and became a Captain in that force. He was posted to the Reserve of Officers of the NZ Cadet Corps on 30 Mar 1967 when he moved to Rarotonga. Died Paeroa on 25 Feb 1995 aged 69 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BOARDMAN, Robert | 13405 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 18/03/2053 | Born Northeast Valley, Dunedin 8 Sep 1934. Employed as a finisher of silverware before he entered the RNZN on 21 Sep 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. First sea service was in Bellona 16 Aug–16 Dec 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 8 Mar 1952. RTNZ 18 Mar 1953. Advanced to Able Seaman 8 Jun 1953. On RTNZ remained in his ship until 27 Jul 1953. Briefly in Philomel and was sent to HMAS Watson to attend a Radar Plotter 3rd Class training course 30 Jul–29 Nov 1953. Later served in Hawea, Tamaki and was then drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955. Was a member of the crew that took the ship back to the UK and after working up Royalist brought her to NZ. He was also involved in the Suez affair. Later served in Black Prince 1 Apr 1957–11 Jun 1958 and Pukaki 12 Jun 1958–1 Sep 1960. DEE 7 Jun 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE), NGSM clasp ‘Malaya’ and NZDSM. |
| BOCKETT, Miles Bradney | 12984 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Palmerston North 4 Apr 1931. Farmhand from Palmerston North. Enlisted in RNZN 9 Jun 1949. His initial training was held in Tamaki and his first sea service was in the cruiser Bellona Jan to Sep 1950. Also underwent training from 30 Jan to 27 Jul 1951 in HMAS Watson in Australia as a Radar Plotter. Drafted to Taupo 14 Aug 1951. Served in Taupo in Korean waters sailing from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 and RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. Advanced to Able Seaman 24 Jan 1953 but apparently back dated to 9 Nov 1950. Taupo served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. On RTNZ he later served at Irirangi (Naval radio transmission / receiving station near Waiouru–now closed). Sent again to HMAS Watson 13 Aug–7 Dec 1953 for further training on a Radar Plotter 2nd Class Course. On RTNZ he served in Philomel 8 Dec 1953–22 Apr 1954. He then served in the cruiser Black Prince 23 Apr 1954 to Sep 1955. Miles advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 17 Feb 1955 with seniority from 15 Feb 1954. Discharged having completed his engagement on 27 Nov 1955. During his last complete year of service his efficiency was classed as superior. In his last two months of service he served in Philomel and during that time, “…he proved to be a hard-working and loyal Leading Seaman”. Living in Whanganui 2008. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BODLE, Frank Noel | 11906 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Kent, UK, 25 Dec 1925. Enlisted in the Royal Navy in Jun 1943 (Service No P/KX 595976) and served in several small ships like minesweepers. Enlisted in RNZN 11 Nov 1948. Served in Bellona and Hawea before being deployed to Korea. Later served in Black Prince. Returned to the UK Mar 1953 to take his discharge. DEE 20 Oct 1953. Living in Tonbridge, Kent, England in 1990. Had been issued with medal ribbons but had never received his medals. He wrote to Wellington seeking an answer re his medals. His medals were sent to him in Mar 1990. Medal offered for sale $375 in Oldham's Aug-Sep 2001 catalogue also in Jun 2001 $375. Named medals to RNZN apparently rare at this time as they were often issued un-named. Korean War Medal pair offered on TradeMe on 12 Aug 2012. |
| BOESE, Selwyn Burnard | 203860 | Sergeant | Camp HQ Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 17/02/2054 | Born Blenheim 7 Jul 1927. Previous Army service in BCOF, Japan. Cement moulder for James Hardie, Ltd, Penrose, Auckland. Embarked 15 Jul 1947 for service in Japan. Served with 2 NZ Bn then TSFD to NZ Tokyo Bn. RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948. SOS Jayforce 28 Dec 1948. Truck and tractor salesman, H.E. Signal & Co Hamilton. Attested for Kayforce 29 Aug 1950 and given appointment of Driver. While in NZ was promoted Lance Corporal Section NCO in NZ Tpt Pl. Promoted Temporary Sergeant at Waiouru 8 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Jan 1951 while appointed NZ Base Camp QM. NCO Driver HQ NZ Force. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ as Warrant Officer 2nd Class on furlough and deplaned Wellington 18 Feb 1954. Emplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1954 on Teal flight for return to Korea. Re Entered Korea on 3 Apr 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ and completed the journey by Teal aircraft deplaning Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Served overseas in Korea three years 318 days. Discharged 7 Aug 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned to Hastings. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| BOGNUDA, Lois Irene? | 0 | Ms | — | Concert Party | 01/11/2054 | 20/12/2054 | Born 1 Nov 1932. Concert party performer and violinist. One of four performers who departed from Auckland on 1 Nov 1954 to perform to NZ and other troops in Korea and returned 20 Dec 1954. There were four Concert party personnel on this flight W.H. Entwistle, B M Miller and was led by Henry Joseph Rudolph (q.v.) a well-known Wellington musician and early broadcaster. Married Michael Taylor. Died 9 Apr 2017 |
| BOJESEN-TREPKA, Invar | 34921 | 2nd Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/09/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Copenhagen, Denmark 29 Apr 1920. Had previous service in Royal Danish Life Guards Apr 1941–Aug 1943, ‘Danforce’ Jan 1944 to Jul 1945 and Royal Danish Life Guards Jul 1945–Oct 1946. When the Germans occupied his homeland many army people took over police duties and was occupied thus for about a year and with others of the force operated at night as saboteurs. He managed to escape and got to Sweden. Somewhat surprisingly while in Sweden he attended a commando course which was run by a British Officer. This course appears to have been carried on with the knowledge of the Swedish authorities but seemingly without their official sanction. After the liberation Bojesen-Trepka served as a Danish Officer with 21 Army Group in occupied Germany. Ivar first came to NZ while on leave from the Danish Army but later got permission to leave the Army. On first arrival in NZ he was a truck driver for McCarten Bros in Auckland and was befriended by the younger members of Major General Barrowclough’s family. Major General Barrowclough supported his application to join the NZ Army. Enlisted in the NZ Army 25 Oct 1951 and became an instructor at CD Training Depot. Joined Kayforce as Corporal but graduated from Kayforce OCTU, 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Emplaned on Teal flying boat at Wellington 19 Sep 1951 for passage to Sydney and joined the Expansion Force at Darwin where TSS Wahine troops had been taken when the ship was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 11 Nov 1951 and M/I 16 Fd Regt the same day. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Troop Leader, 6 Sep 1952. Deplaned Auckland 13 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 3 Jun 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. In 1954 Lieutenant Bojesen-Trepka was granted LWOP to visit his father in Denmark who had suffered a stroke. While there he was called to escort 208755 Gunner Johnston who had been arrested in England for desertion from Kayforce. Later served in 2 NZ Regt and left for Malaya with the Advance Party. Awarded GSM with clasp 'Malaya' after 30 days on attached strength 12 Oct 1959 (RO 138/59). Medal issued on Schedule No.5 dated 12 Sep 1960. Known for Viking Head tactical sign on his Land Rover while in the Battalion and earned the nickname ‘Viking Head’. Later Major, Area Commander Area 4, Hamilton. Major on Supernumerary List 1972. Appointed MBE QB Hons 14 Jun 1973. Discharged 13 May 1975. Posted to the Retired List 13 May 1975. Died Hamilton 5 Mar 2007 aged 87 years. |
| BOLDING, William | 208469 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 27/05/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Erdington, Birmingham, UK, 3 Jan 1923. Served in the Home Guard and then for two years in the RAF in the rank of Aircraftman 1st Class with Service No 2291720. Fully qualified Male Nurse working for North Canterbury Hospital Board at the Burwood Hospital. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 31 May 1952. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt as Bty Medic. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 29 Dec 1952 and was promoted Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1953. Attached FAP 1 Brit Com Gen Hosp in Japan on 23 Mar 1953. RTNZ Base HQ 24 Apr 1953. Posted back to 16 Fd Regt 1 Jun 1953 and was promoted Temporary Corporal 30 Jun 1953 and appointed Bty Medical Orderly. Remained there until he completed his tour but was promoted Corporal 9 Feb 1954. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed the journey deplaning Wellington 2 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 311 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jun 1954. Next-of-kin Mrs M. Bolding (grandmother) Erdington, Birmingham, England, UK. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Living at Lower Hutt, 1 Feb 1957. Died Stokes Valley 22 Nov 1982 aged 49 years, buried at Taita. |
| BOLES, Glen Allan (Blue) | 204047 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/06/2054 | Born 15 May 1930. Came from Mt Eden, Auckland. Sugar Boiler for Tasti Products, Mt Eden, Auckland. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 5 Sep 1951 for sea journey to Pusan. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 8 Sep 1951. Appointed Temporary Lance Corporal NCO i/c Cooks 1 Jun 1952. Reverted to Driver on 29 Aug 1952. Had some problems adhering to military discipline. Prom Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1952. Emplaned 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Re-emplaned for Korea 12 Feb 1953 and re-entered Japan 14 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Feb 1953. Remained in Korea returning to NZ on 8 Jun 1954. SOS Kayforce and posted to Class 'C' Reserve. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.271 sent 1 Feb 1957 to an address in Auckland. Joined Regular Force 14 Sep 1962, RNZASC. Served in Poananga’s Battalion in Malaya and Borneo. Deplaned Changi, Singapore 18 Nov 1965. Served in East Malaysia 10 May–2 Oct 1966. Cook in HQ Company. Later South Vietnam V1 Company 11 May 1967. Deplaned Whenuapai and posted to Waiouru Coy, RNZASC. 8 Jan 1968. Sent on TOD to 3 Tpt Coy 14 Jan–4 Feb 1974 for Commonwealth Games. Last Unit in Army service was 6 Composite Sqn RNZASC. Discharged in Feb 1980 after 17 years satisfactory service. Died Papakura, 11 Sep 1993 aged 63 years. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’, Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (V), PJM and KWSM. |
| BOLLINGTON, Barry Alan Edward | 14185 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch 2 Feb 1937. Employed as a cycle painter before he enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 7 May 1952. Trained in Tamaki then drafted to Black Prince as Boy 1st Class on 11 Mar 1953. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 2 Aug 1954. Drafted to Lachlan 21 Sep 1955 and advanced to Able Seaman 2 Nov 1955. Drafted to Philomel 21 Sep 1956–22 Jan 1957. Served in Black Prince again 23 Jan–2 May 1957. Was at Philomel and Tamaki 3 May–30 Sep 1957. Took passage in HMS Concord when drafted to Royalist on 1 Oct 1957. He joined Royalist which by this time was in Hong Kong just prior to visiting Japan and Korea before returning to Singapore. Able Seaman Bollington stayed in Royalist until 10 Nov 1958. He next served in Irirangi, Rotoiti 2 Sep 1959–22 Jan 1960 then to Kaniere on 23 Jan 1960–22 Oct 1960. Also spent time at Philomel and Irirangi again. DEE 1 Feb 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Died Manurewa, Auckland, 30 Jan 2017 aged 79 years. |
| BOLTON, Arthur | 206616 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Ormondville, Wairarapa 28 Oct 1928. Farmhand, from Ormondville. Attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 12 Apr 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Sent on course to CATC Hiro Japan 22 Mar–9 Apr 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb then TSFD to 228 American MASH on 22 May 1952 (fever). Mentioned in Despatches in “…recognition of gallant and distinguished service in Korea during the period 1 to 27 Jul 1953” (London Gazette, 30 Apr 1954, p.2554). Observation Post communications 24–25 Jul 1954. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Emplaned Japan 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight from Sydney to Wellington 11 Nov 1953. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 18 Jan 1954. Related to Maurice Pryde Bolton. Entitled to NZOSM. Died Foxton Beach 14 Jan 2012 aged 83 years. |
| BOLTON, Maurice Pryde | 206271 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Ormondville, Wairarapa 17 Nov 1928. Truck driver, Waipukurau. Enlisted in KMB during Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon, RNZASC. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Discharged 20 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.272 was sent to an address in Ormondville, Wairarapa, on 1 Feb 1957. Died Ashurst 15 Sep 1984 aged 55 years, Buried Kelvin Grove Cemetery, Palmerston North. Related to Arthur Bolton. |
| BOND, David | 208848 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 30/09/2055 | Born Dunedin 5 Apr 1919. Ways and Works Bridge Inspector, NZ Railways Christchurch then Labourer Empire Rubber Works, Christchurch. Served in the Home Guard during WWII. Attested in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements 7 Nov 1952. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni25 Apr 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC 3 May 1953 and entered Korea 4 May. Attached FAP to 56 Coy RCASC for Ammunition Course 5–10 May 1953. Accidentally injured 10 Jul 1953 when he slipped over. Married Miss Tsuneko Kotani at Tokyo, Japan 6 Apr 1955. Emplaned Japan for RTNZ 27 Sep 1955 and deplaned Auckland 30 Sep 1955. Served overseas two years 162 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Dec 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Christchurch 1 Feb 1957. |
| BOND, Gordon | 206755 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/06/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born Rishton, Lancashire, England 25 Nov 1925. Previous service in Royal Navy for four years reaching the rating of Able Seaman. Labourer for Public Works Department at Trentham. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Auckland 8 Jun 1952 on Teal flight bound for Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 11 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 20 Jun 1952. Posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Photographed on his first day in Korea receiving instruction from an English Infantry sergeant on the use of a bazooka. Promoted Bombardier and appointed Gun No.2, 1 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 16 Mar 1953,while holding appointment of Gun No.1. Promoted Sergeant 1 May 1953. Reduced to rank of Bombardier 9 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant (Gun No.1) 8 Oct 1953 and to Sergeant 9 Mar 1954. Embarked Hiro 28 Mar 1954 HMT Devonshire and was discharged in UK, 8 Jul 1954. Returned to Rishton, Lancashire. Served overseas one year 332 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Medals offered for sale in the UK during Nov 2006 named to Sergeant G. Bond Listed in Dix, Noonan & Webb catalogue 8 Sep 2015 for £160-£200. |
| BOND, Keith Challis | 1958 | Chief Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland on 17 Apr 1924. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the NZ Division of the Royal Navy on 31 May 1940 as a Boy 2nd Class. Training was conducted in Philomel then in Tamaki where he was rated as Probationary Signalman Boy. Served in Matai (minesweeper) before he was drafted to Leander on 6 Jun 1941. He was specially rated and advanced to Ordinary Signalman 16 Oct 1951 and to Signalman 17 Apr 1942. Served in Philomel 25 Apr–21 Jun 1942 then was back in Leander 22 Jun 1942–28 Jan 1943 and back to Philomel where he was further advanced to Acting Leading Signalman (Temporary). He then served in Tui as Leading Signalman (Temporary) then advanced to Leading Signalman in Philomel 17 Apr 1944. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 5 May–27 Jul 1944. On 31 Oct 1944 he was at HMS Drake and was then in HMS Spartiate, a shore station in St Enoch's Hotel, Glasgow and advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals (Temporary). 1 Apr 1945 he was at HMS Braganza (Bombay) aboard LST 3036. Acting Yeoman of Signals Bond returned to NZ and was in Philomel 10 Nov 1945. His next ship was Arbutus and advanced to Yeoman of Signals 1 Apr 1946. He was in the crew that returned the Achilles to the RN in 1946 and was in HMS Mercury and Drake between 28 Sep 1946 and 23 Jan 1947. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Bellona and advanced to Chief Yeoman of Signals 10 May 1950. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 and was in Philomel 3 Nov 1953–11 Aug 1957. His final sea service was in Rotoiti 12 Aug 1957–17 Mar 1958. Served in Philomel 18 Mar 1958 until he was Discharged to RA 16 Apr 1962. Lived in Glen Eden Auckland on discharge. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity (31 May 1957). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 21 Jul 2010 aged 86 years. |
| BOND, William Charles | 330519 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2052 | 01/04/2054 | Born Cambridge, New Zealand 1 Jan 1931. Grocer for Farmers Trading Co, from Devonport. Enlisted 22 Feb 1954 as Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 6 Jul 1952 and entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Promoted Lance Bombardier 1 Mar 1953. Battery not known or how he was employed. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Kobe for embarkation some days before embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Travelled by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 292 days. SOS Kayforce 5 Jun 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later Awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living at New Lynn, 2009. |
| BONGARD, James Alexander | 203264 | Gunner | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/09/2053 | Born Tauranga 31 Dec 1928. Electrician from Albany, Auckland. Ex Territorial Force member of 1 Fd Regt RNZA. Enlisted in KMB 28 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde in the rank of Gunner, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. TSFD from RNZA to RNZ Sigs and posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 11 Aug 1951. Attached to Line of Communication Independent Sigs Sqn. Posted to Brit Com Leave Centre, Tokyo and attached to NZ Base HQ 17 Apr–17 Aug 1952. Admitted C.D.S. Tokyo with acute tonsillitis 18–22 May 1952. Emplaned Japan 29 Aug 1953 for RTNZ on furlough. Length of this tour was two years 263 days. Re-embarked on a Teal flight for Korea on 3 Nov 1953. Re-entered Japan 7 Nov 1953 and was posted to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo, was promoted Acting Lance Corporal promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 17 Nov 1953 then promoted Corporal and appointed General Duties Clerk 11 Jan 1954. Married in Tokyo. Became head receptionist (Corporal) at the Officers Leave Hotel Tokyo. Embarked 1 May 1955 on SS Yunnan at Kure, Japan for RTNZ and landed on 7 Jun 1955. Total overseas service four years 120 days. Discharged 5 Oct 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Tauranga 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| BONIS, Mervyn Henry | 208567 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 21/11/2054 | Born Taumarunui 17 Dec 1923. Was a farm hand before joining the armed services for war service. Army service (629721) from 23 Jun 1942 to 23 Aug 1943 in 23 LAA Regt NZA. TSFD to RNZAF (4310539) at Harewood 24 Aug 1943 and joined aircrew section. Served on Guadalcanal and on Bougainville as Leading Aircraftman. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Was a forest worker before joining as a Kayforce replacement on 21 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Battery not known. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 14 Aug 1952 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, 23 Aug 1952 via Norwegian MASH, 25 FDS and 25 FDS (Seoul)–Rt Shoulder. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 2 Sep 1952. Re admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 8 Sep 1952 and remained there until discharged 2 Oct to NZRTU on 3 Oct 1952. Spent the rest of his time between NZ Base HQ and NZRTU. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 30 Oct 1953 and to Lance Bombardier 25 Jan 1954 to the appointment of MT NCO. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Final part of return journey by Teal flight to New Zealand deplaning Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served in Korea two years 140 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Martinborough 23 May 1969, aged 46 years. Buried Martinborough Service Cemetery. |
| BONNE, Anthony David (Tony) | 204453 | Lance Corporal | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Te Puke 10 Aug 1929. Tractor driver for R.J Tuck Agricultural Contractor before joining Kayforce. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as Kayforce replacement. Emplaned 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 10 Aug. Served in D Troop, 162 Bty as a gun number. Served in some of the big gun fights against the Chinese Communist troops. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 12 Oct 1953 and to Lance Bombardier 21 Mar 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 Mar 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 24 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 17 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 264 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Te Puke 1 Feb 1957. Died Kaitaia, 21 Feb 1999 aged 69 years. |
| BONNER, Trevor Ralph | 206441 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Stratford, Taranaki on 6 Nov 1929. Worked at his father's hotel at Toko near Stratford. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked 31 Aug 1951 Sasebo for the sea trip to Pusan disembarking 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy on arrival at Pusan. Attached FAP NZRTU 15 Feb 1952 for rugby trials then played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. Returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 27 Feb 1953 and was attached FAP to NZ Base for rugby trials. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Re-joined 10 Tpt Coy 23 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Base and TSFD to the NZ Roll 17 May 1953. Emplaned 6 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 10 Jun from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Aug 1953. His Korea Medal was stolen from the family hotel two weeks after receiving it. The Stratford Police were informed of this theft as soon as it was discovered. Living at Toko, near Stratford, 1 Feb 1957. Died Stratford 8 Jun 1974, aged 43 years. Buried at Stratford Services cemetery. Family later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOOKER, Ronald Frank (Ron) | 11719 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Waipawa 8 Aug 1927. Employed as a grocery assistant before he enlisted in the RNZN 16 Jan 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training in Tamaki he was drafted to Bellona, followed by service in Pukaki and HMAS Rushcutter 12 May–6 Oct 1950. Drafted to Taupo 18 Jan 1951–25 Jan 1953. Sailed from Auckland 21 Aug 1951 and travelled to Korean waters via Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong and Sasebo. Served in Korean coastal waters mainly on the west coast. Employed as TAS (Torpedo & Anti-Submarine) specialist. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Brisbane. Also served in Tamaki and Lachlan. DEE 21 Jan 1954 in the rank of Able Body Seaman. Posted to Royal NZ Naval Reserve on 8 Feb 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Waipawa, Hawke's Bay in 2004. Died 1 Mar 2010, Waipawa aged 82 years. |
| BOOT, Donald Herbert | 817093 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 23/04/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Christchurch 11 Mar 1931. Farm hand for C Burrows at Beechwood, Culverden. Attested 17 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Serving Territorial Force soldier. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 29 Apr 1953 and entered Korea 30 Apr 1953. M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 4 May 1953. Admitted RAAF Hosp Iwakuni 4 Oct 1953 concussion and suspected skull fracture the result of a football injury. Discharged direct to unit 8 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Feb 1954 and to Lance Corporal 12 May 1954. Promoted Temporary Corporal while performing the duties of Pay Clerk 28 Jun 1954. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 1 Oct 1954 and to Sergeant Jan 55. Admitted 38 Canadian Field Ambulance 10 Jun 1955 with suspected sprained ankle and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 22 Jun. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 23 May 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Discharge Cert sent to Culverden 1 Feb 1957. Enlisted 30 Nov 1956 in Regular Force as Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Bn NZ Regt at Burnham. Embarked 18 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook for travel to Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Née Soon Garrison 15 Dec 1957. HQ Coy storeman. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Feb 1958 and to Temporary Corporal 204-Jul-1958. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ issued on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Disembarked from TSS Captain Cook at Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Posted to 4 Inf Bde Gp Sigs Sqn, Papakura Camp on return to NZ. TSFD to Regular Force Reserve 1 Mar 1960 at his own request. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. Later lived in Timaru. |
| BOOTH, Edward James | 920948 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/05/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Dunedin 25 Oct 1932. Serving TF soldier. Attested in Kayforce circa Nov 1953. Emplaned Wellington 19 May 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954. M/I to 16 Fd Regt circa 27 May 1954. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon, 10 Jul 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt, TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Harewood 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded United Nations Medal with clasp Korea only. SOS Kayforce 5 Feb 1956 and posted to the Territorial Force. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.281 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Dunedin. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGDM (K) and NZDSM. Living in Mosgiel in 1996. Living at Albany, West Australia 2003. Has suffered a stroke and is now blind and has loss of memory. |
| BOOTH, James Rex | 13115 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Dannevirke 29 Mar 1934. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class 8 Sep 1949. First sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Taupo 29 May 1951 and sailed from Auckland for Korea 29 Aug 1951. TSFD to Hawea 6 Oct 1951 while in Korean waters and stayed with that ship until it RTNZ on 8 Mar 1952. Returned to Korean waters in Hawea departing New Zealand 4 Aug 1952 and returning to NZ 29 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Was probably a member of Bellona when it was returned to the UK. James Booth served in Royalist on the delivery voyage from the UK and was in the Mediterranean during the Suez Crisis. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. DEE 28 Mar 1958. Posted to the Inactive Reserve 29 Aug 1958. Living in Queensland Australia circa 1998. Died Gold Coast circa May 2006. From a list supplied by Ronald McMillan. |
| BOOTH, John James | 203593 | Signalman | NZ Base Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Perth, Western Australia 11 Mar 1929. Shop assistant for Whitcombe & Tombs, booksellers, Hamilton. Attested for service in the Main Body 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Attached to 27 Bde Signal Troop 14 Apr 1951. Appears to have moved to 28 Bde Sigs Troop then to 16 Fd Regt 25 May 1951. Signalman in 16 Fd Regt. Attached again to 28 Bde Sigs Troop 5 Jun 1951 then to the Line of Coms Indep Sigs Sqn 5 Aug 1951. Ceased to be attached to L of C Indep Sigs Troop. Emplaned at Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 7 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 181 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 28 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.282 sent to Auckland 1 Feb 1957. Later entitled or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Thames 4 Nov 2010 aged 81 years. |
| BORLASE, Fredrick John | 206658 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 24/11/2053 | Born Ruatoria, East Coast 24 Nov 1926. Freezing worker at Gisborne Refrigerating Co. Also served in BCOF, Japan (Service No 829101, Private, 3 Battalion). Embarked 15 Jul 1947. Also attached for a period to the NZ Tokyo Battalion. RTNZ 10 Aug 1948. Saddler and deer culler for Dept Of Internal Affairs. Attested 10 Jan 1952 for Kayforce Replacement Draft. After training in Waiouru and Papakura Camps emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Bombardier during tour. Attended two-day course at 10 Field Hygiene Section 14–15 May 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington. Served overseas one year 208 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Gisborne 1 Feb 1957. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Wellington 3 Aug 1989 aged 63 years, buried Makara cemetery (near Wellington). Brother of Mark Borlase below |
| BORLASE, Mark | 211036 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/06/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Gisborne 17 Feb 1925. Traffic Assistant New Zealand Railways at Gisborne, then worked at Watties Canneries Gisborne. Attested 3 Dec 1952 for enlistment in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1953 on Teal flight at for Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 14 Jun 1953. Attached to NZ Base HQ to attend Cooking Course 8 Nov–17 Dec 1953. Took four days to move from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and four days to return to his unit. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 25 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 173 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jan 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert sent to Gisborne 1 Feb 1957. Enlisted in Regular Force 18 Jul 1957. Embarked 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington for service in Malaya. Disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957. Moved to Taiping Ipoh area and served as a cook in HQ Coy, 1 NZ Regt. Promoted Lance Corporal 18 Jan 1958. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. RTNZ disembarking at Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Posted to Central District Transport Company, Linton. Discharged from RF 9 May 1961. Died Gisborne, 3 Oct 1998 aged 74 years. Entitled to NZOSM and PJM. Brother of Frederick BORLASE. |
| BOSHER, Lenard Reginald | 206659 | Craftsman | NZ Base HQ | RNZEME | 10/01/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Taumarunui 7 Apr 1931. Motor mechanic. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Ararangi a Teal flying boat flight to Sydney and flew on the Japan by civil air and arrived at Iwakuni, 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 26 Apr 1952. Posted 26 Apr 1952 initially to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment but was re-posted the same day to 28 Field Engineer Regiment. Posted from 28 Fd Engr Regt to NZ Base HQ detachment (Base Workshop) in Japan on 17 Jul 1953. Admitted Brit Com General Hospital at Kure, Japan 24 Aug 1953 with severe malaria. Discharged from Hospital 4 Sep 1953 and returned to Base Workshop. He did not return to Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 221 days. SOS Kayforce 26 Jan 1954 and posted to Territorial Force and served in B Coy, 1 Bn Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt. This was changed to Class ‘A’ Reserve as his full-time service in Korea was equated with the whole-time and part-time obligation under the Military Training Act 1949. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Owhango, King Country, 1 Feb 1957. Died Hamilton, 4 Feb 1996 aged 65 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOSTON, Albert Stuart | 206756 | Craftsman | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/06/2052 | 23/11/2054 | Born Napier 14 Apr 1930. Previous service during late WWII. Toolmaker employed by Acetone Welding Co, Napier. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement 2nd flight. Emplaned Auckland 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment. M/I from 16 Fd Regt LAD and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA 28 Sep 1952. Served in 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Feb 1953 and appointed Gun Artificer. Attached FAP CACT, Inchon 7–26 Jun 1953 for artillery course. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 12 Jul 1953 and appointed Gun 2i/c, Baker Troop, 161 Bty. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 8 Oct 1953 and appointed Gun No.1 and to Sergeant 14 Dec 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ on furlough via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to Wellington. Deplaned 17 Feb 1954. First tour one year 233 days. Emplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1954 as Sergeant to return to Korea. Promoted Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 7 May 1954 and appointed Troop Sergeant Major, Baker Troop 161 Bty and to Warrant Officer 2nd Class 6 Oct 1954 while appointed TSM 162 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed the RTNZ on Teal flight deplaning Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Second tour 246 days. Served overseas two years 114 days. SOS Kayforce 18 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Napier 1 Feb 1957. Died Napier, 11 Nov 1988 aged 58 years. |
| BOSWELL, Beryl | 0 | Mrs | — | Concert Party | 01/07/2053 | 22/08/2053 | Member Kayforce Concert Party as a pianist. She played a concerto with the National Orchestra when she was only 16. Travelled with 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Emplaned Japan 17 Aug 1953 for RTNZ. Lived in Roseneath, Wellington. |
| BOSWELL, Kenneth James | 206125 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/09/2053 | Born Waihi 16 Sep 1928. Was a member of the rowing New Zealand Champion Four in 1936 and completed in the Empire Games in 1938. NZ Champion Double Sculls 1939–40 and a member of the Wellington Provincial eight from 1934–40. Three brothers on active service during the Second World War, one losing his life on air operations. Six years previous service in the RNZAF during WWII. Served in NZ and on Los Negros in the Admiralty Islands. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Fitter & Turner for the Public Works Department, Wellington. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and after training embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Served from Pusan to North of Seoul. Promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 6 Jan 1951. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and employed as Regimental Artificer 2 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Apr 1952 and to Staff Sergeant 1 Jul 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni 11 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on Furlough, deplaning Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas on first tour two years 10 days. Emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight for return to Korea via Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb and re-entered Korea 21 Feb 1953. Re-posted to RHQ, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug 1953 and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Jun 1954. Discharge Cert sent to Petone, Wellington, 1 Feb 1957. Died Auckland 20 Feb 1984 of cancer aged 66 years, cremated at the North Shore crematorium. |
| BOTHWELL, Robert George | 206297 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/06/2051 | Born Hastings, New Zealand on 8 Sep 1924. Previous service in RNZAF with Service No 445486. Served in the armament section at Nelson, Woodbourne, Whenuapai, Wigram and Ohakea for one year 323 days. Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Carpenter for Ministry of Works at Napier. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and entered Camp. His training for Korea was conducted in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in D Troop 162 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb, TSFD to No.4 Field Hospital (American) then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 25 Jun 1951 to be RTNZ for medical reasons, deplaning from Teal flight. Served overseas 203 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Sep 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Napier. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.288 was sent to an address in Napier 1 Feb 1957. Enlisted in Regular Force 6 Oct 1958 on a five-year engagement and was posted to Central District Construction Sqn, RNZE at Linton Camp. Discharged 21 Sep 1963. Later awarded NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. Died Waipawa 26 Jul 2008 aged 83 years. Instead of flowers please make a memorial donation to SPCA Napier. |
| BOTT, Howard Edwin | 4003 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Timaru 25 Oct 1916. Employed as an electrician before entering the RNZN on 15 Dec 1941 as a wireless repairman. Served in Manuka (minesweeper) in NZ waters as well as in the Solomon Islands from 30 Mar 1942–1 Apr 1946. Back in Philomel he changed trade Electrical Artificer 4th Class. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 16 Sep 1946–10 May 1947 and then straight onto HMAS Watson 11 May–2 Jul 1947 to complete courses. On RTNZ was at Philomel and then drafted to Bellona 15 Oct 1947. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 1 Mar 1948. Served in Lachlan 20 Jan–11 May 1951. Returned to HMAS Cerberus Apr–May 1952 and again 23 May–5 Aug 1952. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class 23 May 1952. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters as a unit in the British Far East Fleet. On RTNZ drafted to Bellona and was a member of the crew that took the ship back to Britain to return it to the RN. Was a member of the crew of Royalist on her delivery voyage back to NZ. Also involved in the Suez affair. Drafted to Black Prince 8 Apr 1957 and advanced to Electrical Artificer 1st Class on 26 Apr 1957, Acting Chief Electrical Artificer on 31 Mar 1958 and to Chief Electrical Artificer 31 Mar 1959. Again served in Royalist 2 May 1960–18 Oct 1961. DEE to Retiring Allowance 14 Dec 1961. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, ERII Coronation Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (5 Apr 1957). Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM and KWSM |
| BOULTER, Keith Vivian | 206231 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Manganui, Taranaki 20 Dec 1928. Hardware assistant, Farmers Co-operative, Brougham Street, New Plymouth. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and after training mainly in Burnham Camp embarked 10 Dec 1950 Wellington on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon on disembarkation. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Attached FAP to Div HQ NZ Transport Platoon 13 Jan 1952 and then posted to Div HQ NZ Tpt Platoon 5 Feb 1952. Promoted Lance Corporal 14 Feb 1952. M/O from Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 4 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.289 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in New Plymouth. By mid-1963 Kevin Boulter had enlisted in E Coy, 2nd Royal Queensland Regiment, Australian Citizen Military Forces. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOULTER, Kenneth Gordon | 207759 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/08/2053 | Born Adelaide, Australia 21 Dec 1928. Previous service in Royal Australian Navy with Service No 29044 and rating of Ordinary Seaman. Refrigeration factory hand then process worker for Plastic and Die-casting Ltd, Christchurch. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. After training mainly in Burnham and Waiouru camps embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty from Pusan to Seoul area and back again. Emplaned Iwakuni on 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney on furlough and deplaned from a Teal flight in NZ on 26 Apr 1952. First tour was one year 139 days. Re-embarked for travel to Korea on 14 Jun 1952. Re-entered Japan 18 Jun 1952, Re-entered Korea 24 Jun and remained there in 16 Fd Regt until 5 Aug 1953. Also attended course at CATC, Inchon 6 Oct 1953–14 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 and deplaned at Wellington on 5 Aug from Teal flight ex Sydney. Second tour was one year 53 days. Served overseas two years 192 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Returned to Australia and in 1964 was a Sergeant in 3 Base Ordnance Depot, South Kensington, Australia. |
| BOULTON, William James | 15829 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born NZ 29 Aug 1940. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 15 Mar 1956 and underwent initial training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 12 Nov 1956 and to Junior Seaman 17 Aug 1957. Drafted to Royalist 6 May 1957 Royalist, sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Seamen Division. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 1 Mar 1958. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. On RTNZ served in Philomel 15 Sep 1958–2 Feb 1959. Drafted to Royalist 3 Feb 1959 and advanced to Able Seaman 1 Jun 1959. Later served in Pukaki 11 Mar 1961, Irirangi 18 Sep 1962 and Endeavour 21 Nov 1963. Discharged by Purchase 11 Jan 1965. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BOURKE, Geoffrey John | 13687 | Sub-Lieutenant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Mosman, Sydney, NSW, Australia 6 May 1935. His father was Captain L.P. Bourke OBE, DSC, RD. Educated at Sacred Heart College, Auckland, and St Patrick’s College Silverstream, Wellington. Entered the RNZN as a seaman and after three years was selected to attend the RAN College at Flinders. He also served in HMS Devonshire, HMS Triumph Cadet Training ships and then in HMS Glory, HMS Albion and HMS Sheffield and served in the Mediterranean during his time as a midshipman in 1954–55. Also attended the RN College, Greenwich, London for a Junior Officer’s War Course. Appointed to Royalist as a Sub–Lt and joined this ship 22 Nov 1957 probably in Singapore of Hong Kong. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and he joined Endeavour 3 Sep 1958. He served in several other ships including Pukaki, Otago and Endeavour again. He also served in Wakefield and was involved with RNZN Reserves. Released from Regular Service 6 May 1985. Appointed MBE NY Hons 1981. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZ Armed Forces Award and PJM. Did not qualify for the NZGSM (K). |
| BOUTEREY, George Leslie | 14902 | Dental Assistant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch, 22 Mar 1936. Employed as a Post & Telegraph Assistant before entering the RNZN 24 Sep 1953 as a probationary Sick Berth Attendant (SBA). Advanced to Sick Berth Attendant 24 May 1954. Served mainly in Tamaki and Philomel, between enlistment date and drafting to Royalist on 2 May 1957 except for one term of sea service in Stawell 12 Jul 1955–11 Oct 1956. In Philomel 12–13 May 1957 was this to do with change of trade? Returned to Royalist 15 May 1957 and trade is shown as Dental Assistant (DA) and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957. On RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 he remained in Royalist until 28 Oct 1958 but was then based in Philomel with short TODs to various ships. In Tamaki 6 Nov 1959 and advanced to Leading Dental Assistant 15 Feb 1960. His trade required short TODs to various ships but was back in Tamaki 14 Apr 1961. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Dental Assistant (Local) 10 May 1961 and to Acting Petty Officer Dental Assistant 1 Jun 1962. Drafted to Royalist 11 Jan 1963. In Philomel at RNZN Hospital 20 Jan 1964. Advanced to Petty Officer Dental Assistant 1 Jun 1963. His remaining service was in the RNZN Hospital Philomel. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer Dental Assistant 3 Feb 1967 and to Dental Chief Petty Officer 7 Aug 1967. Discharged from RNZN and TSFD to the NZ Army 21 Jul 1969. Awarded British Empire Medal, NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BOWATER, Franklyn (Frank) | 206300 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoonatoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Wellington 25 Mar 1929. Entered Linton Camp 28 Aug 1950 and signed his attestation papers on 29 Aug 1950 for KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in the Independent Transport Platoon and also 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy Workshop. Promoted Lance Corporal while in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by British Commonwealth Pacific Airways and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane Auckland 24 May 1952. Served overseas one year 165 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1952. Discharge Cert No.290 was sent to Woodhill, Northland, on 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living at Helensville in 2004. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOWDEN, Edward Lawrence | 203508 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoonatoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Wellsford on 27 Feb 1925. Served briefly (30 Days) during WWII on home service and was awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Jayforce with Service No 640536 and sailed from NZ on 30 Jul 1946. Served as a trooper in NZ Div Cav. RTNZ 27 Aug 1947, Struck off the strength of 2 NZEF (Jayforce) 26 Sep 1947. Taxi Driver at Ponsonby, Auckland. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce main Body. While training at Waiouru he was TSFD from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Tpt Pl, attached 16 Fd Regt. Also attended Projectionists Course in Waiouru. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Reg. Driver, RNZASC attached to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured 10 Jun 1951. M/O NZ Tpt Pl attached FAP to Ammunition Section, F.M.A., Seoul 17 Jul 1951 to attend Demolition Course. Posted from NZ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 11 Nov while appointed Storeman. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Jan 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and posted to NZ Roll 2 May 1952. Emplaned (Return to NZ Roll No.64) Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by British Commonwealth Pacific Airways charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1952. Served overseas one year 167 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1952. Joined Regular Force. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–69, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOWDLER, Edward Stanley | 774585 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Picton, Marlborough, 10 Sep 1930. NZ Railways Traffic Assistant at Picton before enlisting in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Dec 1952. Underwent training at Burnham Camp. Emplaned 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by air via, Port Moresby and Guam to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 29 Apr 1953 and entered Korea 24 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 30 Oct 1954. M/I NZ Base HQ 5 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 243 days. Discharged from Kayforce on 9 Feb 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Discharge Cert sent to Picton 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOWEN, Arthur Harold | 206307 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Sydney Australia on 21 Aug 1928. Farm labourer for East Coast Commission, Papuni Station, Wairoa, before he enlisted in Kayforce Main Body on 29 Aug 1950. Underwent training at Waiouru and Linton Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Served in 163 Bty from Pusan to North of Seoul. Was involved in nearly all the heavy fighting by the 16 Fd Regt. M/I NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 on Qantas or BCPA flight for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded (2017) NZOSM, ROK Presidential Unit Citation and KWSM. His return address was given as Papuni Station, Wairoa. Died Wairoa 14 Aug 2013 aged 84 years. |
| BOWEN, John Larkin | 213061 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Surrey, England 10 Aug 1925. Previously had two and a half years in the British Army in the infantry. Employed as an engineer for Ellis, Hardie and Symington Ltd of Christchurch. Enlisted 2 Sep 1954 in Kayforce and underwent several Officer training courses at Army Schools Waiouru and Burnham Camps before being regarded as suitable for employment overseas. Emplaned Auckland 14 Dec 1954 as 2nd Lieutenant on RNZAF Hastings at for flight to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 16 Dec 1954 and M/I Reinf Training Unit. M/O RTU and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Jan 1955. M/I 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy10 Jan 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 10–21 Jul 1955. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jul 1955 and CTBA to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant, 1 Sep 1955 and to Lieutenant the following day. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo 30 Mar 1956–8 Apr 1956 then returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 18 Apr 1956 to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll M/I NZ Base HQ 19 Apr 1956. Emplaned on 5 May on an RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving Auckland 8 May 1956. Served overseas one year 104 days. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, 28 Jun 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Did not complete 3 years’ service. |
| BOWER, Melville Charles (Mel) | 208805 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Christchurch 13 May 1929. Carpenter employed by Cutler Bros., Bryndwr, Christchurch. Enlisted at Christchurch 3 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Underwent training at Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Emplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 10 Mar 1954 and entered Korea the same day. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for three weeks from 10 May 1953. Admitted 28 Canadian Fd Amb 2 Dec 1953 result of football injury. TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Station, then to Brit Com Communication Zone Med Unit then to Brit Com Gen Hosp by 5 Dec 1954. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 1 Jan 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 5 Feb 1954 (Driver Operator NCO) and to Temporary Bombardier Signalman NCO) 27 May 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 22 Aug 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 193 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Nov 1954. Discharge Cert sent to Christchurch 1 Feb 1957. Applied to join Regular Force circa 1960 but was not accepted for service. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch 2 Sep 2006 aged 77 years. |
| BOWERMAN, Thomas Henry (Tom) | 204227 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born Loma Loma, Fiji 18 Jul 1918, Employed as a Machine Moulder for Mason and Porter Ltd, Mt Wellington, Auckland. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight and continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 26 Apr 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served as a Gunner in D Troop, 162 Bty and was promoted Lance Bombardier. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 30 Nov–11 Dec 1952. Promoted Bombardier 4 Mar 1953, then Temporary Sergeant 14 Apr 1953 and appointed Gun No.1. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 10 Dec 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Promoted Sergeant 23 Dec 1953. One of 17 who embarked Sasebo on 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere disembarking Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 8 May 1954. Served overseas one year 318 days. Discharge Cert sent to Newton, Auckland, 1 Feb 1957. Previous service in RNZN. His 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal and both Korea Medals offered by Military Memorabilia Feb 1999 Catalogue. May have served in RNZAF. Died Auckland, 8 Jun 1987 in his 67th year. Buried Purewa Cemetery. |
| BOWIE, Patrick Joseph | 203594 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Kaponga, Taranaki on 7 Aug 1925. Was in the Home Guard before he enlisted in the RNZAF as Aircraftman 2nd Class (4311467) and reached rank of Leading Aircraftman in the Works Section. Apparently served in New Caledonia and was awarded the Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Served in Army and embarked HMT Chitral at Lyttelton 30 Jul 1946 for service in BCOF, Japan, as Private, 638419 NZEME. Was at 19 NZASC Coy but TSFD to 16 NZ Wksp and TSFD from NZASC to NZEME. RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Re-embarked for Japan 28 Aug 1947. Attached FAP Returned Vehicles and Small Car Park, Hiro 11 Aug 1948–243 Sep 1948. TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Sep 1948 and RTNZ 11 Oct 1948 disembarking from HMT Westralia at Auckland. Discharged from Jayforce 11 Nov 1948. Farmhand and worked for the NZ Dairy Co Ltd at Frankton Junction. Attested in KMB 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver in Training and Reinf Battery. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in gun crew of No.1 Gun, Able Troop, 161 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt on 15 Jun 1951 to British J R.H.U. Kure to attend a cooking course then returned to his unit. Travelling with him were Gunners J. Steel, L.W. Clarke and R.G. Ansell. Had an Irish born mother and he fired 16 Fd Regt's 300,000th round on St Patrick's Day on 17 Mar 1952. (From K Force Despatches, Nov 1997). M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned on Qantas or BCPA flight at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1952. Discharge Cert sent to Morrinsville 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Died Rotorua 24 Jun 1993 aged 68 years |
| BOWLES, Warren | 211354 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/07/2054 | 19/02/2056 | Born Feilding 17 Aug 1930. Motor mechanic for Monarch Motors Napier. Enlisted in Kayforce 19 Mar 1954. His training was mainly conducted in Waiouru camp. Emplaned 12 Jul 1954 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 17 Jul 1954 a five-day trip. Posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 26 Jul 1954 and entered Korea the same day. Initially employed as a fitter in the unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Sep 1954 and appointed OA Lance Corporal in 10 Tpt Coy Wksp Pl. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 19–30 Apr 1955. Promoted Lance Corporal and to Temporary Corporal 24 Mar 1955 while holding the appointment of Ordnance Artificer Corporal. Again admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 8–10 Jun 1955 and again 21–28 Oct 1955. Accidentally injured 16 Nov 1955 and admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb but was then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 13 Dec 1955 and sent to Miyajima Rest & Convalescent Centre. TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Jan 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1956 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged 19 Apr 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Discharge Cert sent to Napier 1 Feb 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Rotorua 24 Jun 1993 aged 65 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BOWMAN, Euan Porteous (Tiny) | 208704 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 23/04/2054 | Born Dunedin 27 Nov 1929. Came from Waimate. Was over 6 feet tall when still at school. Was in the 1st 15 rugby team while in the 3rd Form. Known as 'Tiny' when at school, a name that stuck for the rest of his life. Was a member of the Air Training Corps while at school. Factory hand and driver for Regina Confections Ltd, Oamaru, prior to enlistment in Kayforce. After training for Korea he emplaned 9 Aug 1952 Evans Bay, Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 18 Aug 1952. And was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gunner in Dog Troop 162 Bty. Fractured ankle jumping out of a truck in Korea and was treated at 60 Indian Fd Amb discharged from hospital. Was late returning to unit because he had date with the nurse who looked after him in hospital. Charged and fined 10 shillings. Returned to be a gun number when fully fit. Attended a six-week course at the Canadian NCO School at Inchon Feb-Mar 1954. Embarked on the New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Flew from Sydney to Wellington on Teal aircraft arriving 23 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 277 days. SOS Kayforce 22 Jun 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve and was posted to Area 5. Was only awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Waimate 1 Feb 1957. Became a top-dressing pilot when he RTNZ but died when his aircraft (a Tiger Moth) crashed. Died aged 27 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BOWMAN, Robert Wallace | 35036 | Lieutenant | 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 07/10/2053 | 06/01/2054 | Born Sydney, Australia on 25 Dec 1911. Territorial Force 3 years; 2 NZEF 1940–45 and served in England Jul 1940, Egypt 17 Sep 1940,and served in 10 Rly Constr Coy, Greece and Crete 1941. RTNZ on a furlough draft and served at Wellington and Trentham Jul 1943; Returned to Egypt Feb 1944 and back to 10 Rly Constr Coy and then to Italy Apr 1944. Also served in 5 Fd Park Coy and 27 Mechanical Equipment Coy Discharged May 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Re-enlisted in the Army 23 Jul 1951 as a Temporary Staff Sergeant and served in SD Constr Sqn, Riccarton Road, Christchurch. Commissioned Lieutenant at Burnham 1 Apr 1952 and also worked at Greymouth and on the Clarence River Bridge. Appointed to Kayforce 28 Sep 1953 and was not particularly happy about this appointment. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 14 Oct 1953. Posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt RE. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight 21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Reposted to Regular Force, Christchurch, 15 Jan 1954. Returned to SD Constr Coy. Retired 30 Oct 1968. After retirement he worked for Department of Maori Affairs as an overseer on an Airfield Construction Project on Niue Island. Bob Bowman was a keen golfer and was a stalwart member of the Tai Tapu Golf Club. Died peacefully at Rannerdale War Veterans Home, Christchurch, on 20 Jan 2004, aged 92 years. His funeral service was held at the Academy Funeral Services Chapel 65 Main South Rd Upper Riccarton on Friday 23rd at 11am. |
| BOWN, Trevor | 14478 | Electrical Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Satwell, Berkshire, UK, on 18 May 1935. Attended Southfield School, Coxford, and left at age 15 year 6 months and entered the Royal Navy on 11 Sep 1950 as an Artificer Apprentice with Service No P/MX 887619. Underwent training in HMS Raleigh and HMS Collingwood. Changed to Electrical Artificer apprentice (Electrical Artificer App) 23 Jul 1951. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 5th Class on 1 Jan 1955. Granted a free discharge to enter the RNZN at Maori on 14 Jan 1955. Possibly the main reason was that his father, an ex-RAF Sergeant, was living in Christchurch. Drafted to HMS Tyne (a Depot ship) to continue his training. Advanced to Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 15 Dec 1955. Drafted to Bellona 18 Jan 1956 to 16 Apr 1956 (which had been returned to the RN in the UK) possibly to start taking off various articles from the ship as it was decommissioned on 17 Apr 1956. Drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1956 and came to NZ in that ship being involved in the Suez affair on the way to New Zealand. He remained in Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve on the Second Commission Voyage in SE Asian and Korean waters. Served in the Electrical Division and advanced to Electrical Artificer 4th Class 10 Dec 1956. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Served in Black Prince 23 Sep 1958–1 Jan 1959 being advanced to Acting Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 9 Mar 1959. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 31 Jul–23 Dec 1959. Also served in Pukaki being advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class on 14 Apr 1960 and later served in Otago being advanced to Electrical Artificer 1st Class on 1 Jan 1962. He returned to Otago on 15 Apr 1964 and advanced to Acting Chief Electrical Artificer on 1 Jun 1965 and to Chief Electrical Artificer 1 Jun 1966. Served in Otago from 14 Apr 1964–27 Oct 1966 He was awarded the GSM 1962 with the clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ during that time. In 1968 Chief Electrical Artificer Bown spent some time in the UK attached to NZ Defence Liaison Staff in London and at HMS Collingwood. Drafted to Waikato 7 Aug 1968–29 Aug 1969. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal in 1968, His remaining service in the RNZN was in Philomel. Discharged to RA on 17 May 1972. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZGSM (K), GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’, Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity, NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| BOYD, Ainslie Altona (Pip) | 7544 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Wairoa, Hawkes Bay 20 Jul 1927. Enlisted in the RNZN in Jul 1943 as a Boy 2nd Class. Served in the Pacific during WWII. Awarded Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Drafted to Hawea and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951. Sailed to Korea via Brisbane and Hong Kong. Served in the Han River area and mainly on the west coast. Escorted two seamen back to ship when they were returned from 16 Fd Regt after having jumped ship and impersonated Army gunners. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane and arrived Auckland 8 Mar 1952. Discharged from RNZN Oct 1957. Enlisted in NZ Army and served in Malaya attached to 241 Signal Squadron 4 Apr 1963–17 Sep 1963. Later Sergeant in 161 Bty, RNZA and served in South Vietnam 30 Jul 1966–15 May 1967. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, also KWSM, Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Discharged from Field Force Command X List 10 Jul 1969. Pip Boyd was a member of the team of veterans which went to New Caledonia to make the 70th Anniversary of NZ’s role in the Pacific campaign WWII. Died 15 May 2018 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, Blenheim, aged 90 years. |
| BOYD, Allan | 203864 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/01/2052 | Born Petone, Wellington 10 Jan 1919. Enlisted in Kayforce 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty, from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 7 Jan 1951 and was Troop Sergeant Major D Troop 162 Bty. Later was appointed Battery Sergeant Major for 162 Bty. Attended a course at the Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre, Hiro, Japan 8–16 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jan 1952 for RTNZ as a member of the Artillery Relief Force Training Team. Deplaned Auckland 26 Jan 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 48 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Remained in Kayforce and later in 1952 returned to Korea and served in Korea a total of three years 255 days in the Emergency Force. Enlisted in the Regular Force on 28 Jun 1955 in the rank of Gunner, Temporary Staff Sergeant. Travelled by RNZAF Hastings to attend the Long Gunnery Course in the UK, 4 Jan–25 Nov 1960. RTNZ 17 Feb 1961. Awarded NZ Army LS&GC Medal (Military) in 1963. Promoted Warrant Officer 1st Class 2 Jan 1965. Discharged from the Regular Force as Warrant Officer 1st Class on 20 Dec 1968. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BOYD, Barry Thomas | 568130 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/01/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Born Napier 16 Jun 1932. Employed as a driver for H. Nightingale, Port Ahuriri, Napier. Served in CMT 2nd Intake. Previous service in Territorial Force in 2 Fd Regt, RNZA. Attested at Waiouru 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Underwent training at Waiouru Camp and Burnham Camp where he completed his Corps Training. Emplaned on Teal flight Wellington 28 Jan 1953 bound for Sydney. Continued by chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. M/I Reinf Training Unit on deplanement. Went AWOL four days after arriving in Japan. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 7–21 Feb 1953. M/O Reinf Training Unit on posting to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 4 Mar 1953 and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 5 Mar 1953. Had several lapses of judgement and failed to comply with military discipline. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954. Was overseas one year 37 days. Discharged from Kayforce and posted to TF unit 19 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Napier 1 Feb 1957. Died Hastings 6 Sep 1963 aged 31 years. |
| BOYD, Christian Albert | 971052 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/03/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Wellington 2 Feb 1930. Railway surface man for NZ Railways Dept, Invercargill. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 15 Oct 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 18 Mar 1953 and travelled by Teal flying boat Sydney. Continued by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. Posted from NZ Reinf Unit to 16 Fd Regt 26 Mar 1953 and entered Korea 27 Mar 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 21 Jan 1954 and TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Stn the same day followed by a move to Brit Com Comms Zone Med Unit 1 Feb 1954. Was in care for 34 days with abdominal pains. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 22 Feb 1954 and appointed NCO i/c Cooks but reverted to rank of Gunner on 1 May 1954. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 7–13 Aug 1954. Promoted Lance Bombardier 14 Oct 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight from Australia to Auckland arriving 27 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 255 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1955. Returned to Te Aroha after discharge. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Thames 23 May 2012 aged 82 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOYD, Gordon David | 11199 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 01/01/1970 | 08/03/2052 | Born Napier 13 Jan 1930. Enlisted 13 Jul 1946 as Boy 2nd Class. Served in Bellona as Boy 1st Class 11 Sep 1947. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 13 Jul 1947. Promoted Able Seaman 13 Apr 1948. Posted from Bellona to serve in Taupo 9 Feb 1950–14 Mar 1951. Drafted to Hawea on 15 Mar 1951 but Hawea had sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951. He possibly joined Hawea on 14 Mar 1951 at Brisbane. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 20 Feb 1952. Was one of a small group of RNZN personnel who were given permission to cross Korea in a party led by Rev Harry Taylor (Able Seaman G.D. Boyd, Ordinary Seaman B.T. Taylor and Ordinary Seaman J.A. Newman). RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane arriving at Auckland 8 Mar 1952. Served in Philomel 29 Apr–31 Jul 1952. Later served at Irirangi at Waiouru and advanced to Leading Seaman on 20 Feb 1953. DEE on 12 Jan 1954. Posted to RNZ Naval Reserve 13 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 21 Jun 1978 with a brain tumour aged 48. Well regarded by his contemporaries. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BOYD, John Andrew | 12847 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Edinburgh, Scotland 2 Jun 1929. Enlisted in Royal Navy (D/MX 771867) 20 Jun 1947 as Naval Stores Assistant from age 19. Underwent training as a Probationary Stores Assistant at HMS St George from 20 Mar–16 Jun 1947 and was then TSFD to HMS Ceres on 17 Jun–2 Oct 1947. Advanced to Stores Assistant 3 Oct 1947 and remained in Ceres until 19 Oct 1948. Serving in HMS Falcon (a RN Air Station at Hal Far) on Malta 20 Oct 1948–28 Jun 1949. TSFD to RNZN on 15 Jun 1949 on a six-year engagement and joined Tutira at Malta on 28 Jun 1949. His father was then living in New Zealand. Served in Pukaki 30 Jun 1950 to 16 Jan 1951 This ship left NZ on 3 Jul 1950 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. It RTNZ on 3 Dec 1950. On RTNZ he next served in Bellona which was visiting New Plymouth when he took ill. Died New Plymouth 23 Apr 1951 (DD) through inhalation of large foreign body, aged 22 years. Buried at Aramoho, Whanganui where his father was living. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOYD, Robert Marshall (Bob) | 11084 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hamilton 9 Aug 1929. Came from Glen Afton near Huntly. Enlisted 15 Nov 1945 as Boy 2nd Class. Initial training was conducted in Tamaki. Served in the Far East Fleet in Japanese waters 16 Jul 1946–24 Nov 1947 in both Achilles and Gambia. Later served in Bellona. Also served in Lachlan before being drafted to Taupo 28 Jul 1951–25 Jan 1953. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951. While in Korean waters served mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Discharged Aug 1953 and posted to the RNZ Naval Reserve 9 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. These medals lost in house fire and were replaced at cost in 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Posted to RNZ Naval Reserve 9 Aug 1953. Died Army Bay, Whangaparaoa 17 Jul 2009 aged 79 years. |
| BOYDEN, Brian William Job | 206303 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/02/2052 | Born Dannevirke 12 May 1924. Served during WWII in NZ at Palmerston North at CD School of Instr 1 Nov–15 Dec 1941. Also served at Opaki and Waiouru. In Wellington East Coast Mounted Rifles 8 Mar 1943, then on indefinite leave without pay Napier 13 May 1943. Served in 2 Armoured then TSFD to RNZAF Pool, Napier 28 Sep 1944. M/I Trentham Camp 9 Apr 1945 as an Unattached Pers ex RNZAF Remuera. M/I from ASC Papakura on TSFD to 2 NZEF NZ Jayforce, Burnham Camp 21 Mar 1946. Embarked Lyttelton 23 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral for passage to Japan. Entered Japan 18 Aug 1946. (627979, Lance Corporal,19 Coy NZASC) Also attached Tokyo Bn 9 Sep 1946 and promoted Temporary Lance Sergeant the same day CTBA Tokyo Bn 2 Nov 1946. Promoted Sergeant 26 Nov 1946 and to Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while CSM 19NZASC Coy. Embarked Japan for RTNZ 14 Sep 1947 and disembarked Auckland 30 Sep 1947. Discharged Jayforce5 Nov 1947. Self-employed agricultural contractor from Dannevirke. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in Main Body for Korea. Underwent training at Linton and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in C Troop,162 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier while Appointed Troop MT NCO 11 Oct 1951 but reverted to GNR 4 Nov 1951. Pictured in the snow in Korea in the Auckland Weekly News 16 May 1951. M/I NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 4 Feb 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll. ETD for RTNZ from Iwakuni was 3 Feb 1952 and emplaned on 8 Feb 1952 (compassionate grounds) Went AWOL at Marrickville, Australia 15 Feb 1952 while on return journey to NZ. Deplaned Auckland 16 Feb 1952. Served overseas one year 70 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Mar 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.299 was sent to Tipapakuku, Dannevirke on 1 Feb 1957. Died Dannevirke, 26 May 1994. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korean Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BOYER, James Doidge | 816657 | Gunner | ? | ? | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | Born Levin 31 May 1924. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and entered Japan 14 Aug 1946. Served in 22 Bn. Embarked for RTNZ 6 Jul 1947 and M/I to Area 27 Aug 1947. Discharged 2 Oct 1947. Also served in Korea. NO TRACE of a Korea file yet found. Died Waipawa, 21 Apr 2004 aged 79 years. |
| BOYES, Alan Rex | 14582 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Featherston 29 Sep 1936. Left school and enlisted 28 Sep 1952 in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953. Sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Korean waters with the UN naval forces. Served mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 29 Mar 1954 while in Korean waters. Completed courses at HMAS Rushcutter and later at HMAS Watson for Underwater control course of 17 weeks. Advanced to Able Seaman 29 Apr 1955. Also served in Hawea, Black Prince, Kiwi, Rotoiti and Stawell. Sent to the UK in May 1960 to become part of the crew for Otago and brought the ship back to NZ and arrived at Devonport on 19 Oct 1961. Drafted to Royalist 17 Oct 1961 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) 24 Oct 1961. Served in Tamaki and Philomel and returned to HMAS Watson 14 Aug 1963. Drafted to Otago 30 Jan 1964–7 Oct 1965. In Philomel 8 Oct 1965. DEE 1 Dec 1966. Died Papatoetoe 2 Sep 1990 cremated South Auckland Crematorium. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BOYES, Frederick Saner | 208831 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/03/2053 | 11/03/2055 | Born Rotorua 9 Jun 1929. Frederick Boyes had an unusual parentage for the period. He was born 1929 to an English father and a Japanese mother. Driver for NZ Express Company, Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 16 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 27 Mar 1953. Posted to G Troop 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt RNZA. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1953, to Temporary Corporal 1 Dec 1953 to Temporary Sergeant 1 Feb 1954 and to Sergeant 1 Apr 1954. Admitted Canadian Fd Dressing Station 12 Aug 1954 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hospital Kure, Japan. Discharged from Hospital 3 Sep 1954. Emplaned Japan 8 Mar 1955 for RTNZ deplaning Harewood 11 Mar 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 359 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Jun 1955. Initially returned to Ranfurly, Otago. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.300 sent to his given address Dunedin 1 Feb 1957. Enlisted in TF in Mar 1958 but was discharged at his own request 6 May 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BOYLAND, James Albert | 2102 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2052 | Born Napier on 30 Mar 1935. Living at Te Awamutu before his entry into the Navy. Enlisted 2 Oct 1940. Served as a Boy Telegraphist in HMNZS Leander 28 Aug 1941–27 Sep 1942. Promoted Ordinary Telegraphist 28 Sep 1942 and to Telegraphist 30 Mar 1943. Stayed with Leander until 7 Jan 1944. Served in Achilles 8 Jan 1944 until 12 Sep 1945 advancing through to Leading Telegraphist. Also served in Japanese waters with the occupation force after the war. Served in the Naval Signal Station at Waiouru, Arbutus, HMAS Penguin and in Bellona before being drafted to Rotoiti on 2 Feb 1950 to 28 Nov 1952. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters. Remained in the ship until it returned from Korean waters 21 Nov 1952. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 23 May 1952, p.2788). DEE Mar 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star (‘Burma’ clasp), War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Taupo in 2002. Died Taupo 31 Jan 2015 in his 90th year. |
| BOYLE, Gordon Richard | 12524 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 19/08/2051 | Born Grey Lynn, Auckland, 30 Jan 1933. Enlisted 11 Nov 1948 the 15th Class of Boys as Boy 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki served on Bellona for one year before being drafted to Rotoiti for service in Korea. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 19 Aug 1951 possibly taking passage in SS Taiping and completing the journey by air. Also served in Black Prince during the Royal Visit in 1953–54. Returned to Korea on Kaniere and served from 2 Mar 1953 to 3 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged at the completion of his engagement 29 Jan 1957. Later issued NZOSM and KWSM. Replacement medals issued in 2004. Died Auckland 19 Aug 2008 aged 75 years. |
| BOYLE, Peter Hourigan | 535405 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Thames on 7 Apr 1933. 3rd Intake of Compulsory Military Training (6th Hauraki Regt). Enlisted in Kayforce in Oct 1955. 20th Reinforcements (the last). Flew to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Hiro, Japan. Travelled to Inchon by ship. Driver 10 Tpt Coy at Gloster Valley, then at Inchon. Had a minor brush with military disciple during TOD in Korea. He won the Commonwealth 100 Yards Sprint championship at Inchon in 1956. Also played rugby for unit team. RTNZ by troopship from Korea to Hong Kong (HMT Austarius) then by RNZAF Hastings to Singapore, Darwin, Brisbane to deplane Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Sep 1957. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Rotorua in 1996. Retired to Waihi Beach where he was living in 2004. Died Rotorua? 19 Mar 2016 aged 82 years. |
| BOYLE, Peter Walton | 971966 | Gunner | Not Posted | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 28/10/2053 | Born Wellington on 16 Feb 1934. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class but was discharged as unsuitable. Service in Merchant Navy for about 18 months. On enlistment in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 20 Apr 1953 he did not add his 15 months Boy Service in the RNZN. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by civil air to Japan via Sydney, Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Did NOT enter Korea. A Discharge Cert from the Merchant Navy found by accident at NZ Base Camp Hiro, Japan, showed his birth date to be 16 Feb 1934. As he was under-age, he was RTNZ for discharge from Kayforce and posted to a TF unit 12 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Was overseas 92 days. Only awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.301 sent to Timaru 1 Feb 1957. |
| BRABANT, George Clifford (Lofty) | 203794 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/01/2052 | Born Devonport, Auckland, on 19 Mar 1927. Did some part-time service during in New Zealand during WWII but did not qualify for any medals. Diesel tractor serviceman for Gough, Gough and Hammer at Whakatane. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea as a Bombardier Fd Regt driver. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed TSM and Gun Instructor 20 Feb 1951. Attended a course at the Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre, Hiro, Japan 8–16 Jan 1952 and qualified with the following remarks, “Any remarks on this man would be superfluous. He is definitely a First Class (underlined) Instructor”. Reverted to Bombardier 17 Jul 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jan 1952 for RTNZ as an Artillery reinforcement instructor, deplaning Wellington 26 Jan 1952 and was posted to Waiouru. After 41 days leave, he was for several months assisting with the training of replacement personnel. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 47 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.302 sent to an address in Whakatane on 1 Feb 1957. His medals were stolen from a storage facility while he and his wife were overseas in the 1990s. They were replaced at cost. Living at Whakatane in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whakatane, 30 Jul 2010 aged 83 years. His remains were interred in Hillcrest Cemetery, Whakatane. |
| BRABNER, Patrick James | 203814 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/03/2055 | Born Rangataua (near Ohakune) 20 Dec 1923. Enlisted in NZ Territorial Force during WWII with Service No 457923 and was posted to 1 Ruahine Regt. Then served in RNZN with Service No 5500. Served in HMNZS Scarba (trawler) and in Motor Launches in the rating of Able Seaman. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Packer and driver for the Northern Roller Mills at Marton and was an angle dozer driver and excavator operator. Enlisted in Kayforce on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from Reinforcement Unit, to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb 10 Jun 1951 as the result of an accidental injury. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure and was discharged to NZ Base on 3 Sep 1951. Re-posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Dec 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 23 Aug 1952. This first tour was one year 258 days. Re-embarked Auckland 11 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney with 4th Reinforcements. Re-entered Japan 13 Dec 1952 and re-entered Korea 15 Dec. Re-posted to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured 28 Feb 1953 and was admitted to 28 Fd Amb then TFRD Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. This injury was caused by petrol burns possibly from a homemade heater or cooker. Discharged from hospital 1 Jun 1953. Posted back to 16 Fd Regt 15 Jul 1953. Granted two three-month extensions for service. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 23 Feb 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 12 Jan 1955, NCO i/c Bulldozer. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for flight to Sydney and RTNZ for discharge to deplane Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Total overseas service during the Korean War was three years 361 days. Admitted to Whanganui Hospital 11 May 1955 and was discharged 4 Aug 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Nov 1955. Died Tauranga 18 Sep 1968, aged 44 years, buried Pye's Pa Cemetery. |
| BRACEWELL, James Alexander | 204322 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 14/06/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Auckland 1 Jan 1927. Came from Bombay, South Auckland. Post Telegraph skilled linesman at Pukekohe. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 16 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 24 Jun 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 21 Jul 1952. RTNZ on SS Taiping embarking 29 Jan 1954 at Kobe, Japan and travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from KayForce7 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharge Cert sent to Bombay, South Auckland 1 Feb 1957. Post & Telegraph employee before re-joining the Army on 18 Jul 1957. Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook for Singapore and disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957. Moved north to Kota Tinggi. Served in HQ Coy, 1 NZ Regt, Malaya, 1957–59. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. (Army 248/3/8 dated 28 Nov 1958). RTNZ on TSS Captain Cook disembarking Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Posted to 4 NZ Inf Brigade Sigs Sqn on 3 Mar 1960. Emplaned Whenuapai 21 Jan 1961 for further service in SE Asia and was posted to HQ NZ Army Force Singapore and was on TOD to 2 NZ Regt. RTNZ deplaning Whenuapai 29 Nov 1961. Once again posted to 4 NZ Inf Brigade Sigs Sqn on 19 Jan 1962. Emplaned Whenuapai 4 Apr 1963 for Singapore and was attached FAP 249 Sigs Sqn (Singapore) on deplanement 6 Apr 1963. RTNZ on Flight NZH 22 ETD Changi 15 Sep 1963 ETA Whenuapai 17 Sep 1963. Posted to 4 Bde Sigs Sqn, Papakura Camp. Promoted Corporal 10 Feb 1964. Later served at the School of Signals, Waiouru. Promoted Sub Sergeant 16 Feb 1969. Discharged 1 Jan 1974. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Pukekohe, 19 Nov 2003 aged 75 ears. |
| BRACHER, Gordon John | 15673 | Engine Room Artificer 5th Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born the UK, 19 Jun 1936. Entered the RN 5 Jan 1953 as an Artificer Apprentice (Art App) and was issued the Service No MX 913856. He served in HMS Fisgard and HMS Caledonia, both used to train artificers and engineers for the Royal Navy. He was granted free release from the RN on 26 Dec 1956 to join the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Maori, London, on 27 Jun 1956 as an Engine Room Artificer App. On arrival in NZ he was stationed in Philomel and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 5th Class on 1 Jan 1957. Drafted 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 to take part in working up exercises with the RAN before heading onto Singapore. Involved in two bombardments of suspected Communist camps in the Kotta Tinggi area of Johore before sailing onto Hong Kong and then Japan and Korea. Was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 17 Jun 1958. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 and was drafted to Stawell 15 Sep 1958 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 17 Jun 1959. He next served in Black Prince, Kaniere, Black Prince again (advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 25 Oct 1960) then Philomel and Royalist 13 Jan–17 Oct 1961. He advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 1 Jan 1962. He also served in Taranaki 20 May 1963–13 Jun 1965, Otago 7 Jan–26 Oct 1966 and later Waikato (Marine Engineer Artificer 1st Class 9 Nov 1967 and then Chief Marine Engineer 21 Jun 1968) and Taranaki (Warrant Marine Engineer Artificer (Temporary) 12 Feb 1971 and to Warrant Marine Engineer Artificer 1 Aug 1971). His final service was in COMAUCK and Philomel. Discharged to RA 19 Jun 1973. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BRACKSTONE, Frederick Charles William | 13311 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Branksome, Dorset, UK, 30 Mar 1920. Employed as a waiter before he enlisted in the Royal Navy on 23 May 1938 as an Assistant Steward with Service No P/LX 22612. Served in several shore stations and ships including HMS Scimitar (destroyer) 13 May 1939–17 Apr 1940. Advanced to Steward 23 May 1939. HMS Proserpine (shore station at Lyness, Orkney) and advanced to Leading Steward (Temporary) 7 Apr 1941. Drafted to HMS Icarus (destroyer) 3 Jun 1942–10 May 1943 and would have been involved in Operation Pedestal escorting a convoy to Malta in Aug 1942. This was the convoy that saved Malta from the Germans. Served in the French built torpedo boat La Flore captured at Portsmouth in 1940 from 15 May 1943–16 May 1944. Served in HMS Skipjack as Petty Officer Steward (Temporary) 15 Aug 1944–15 Jul 1946 operating from St Angelo (Malta) and Nile (Alexandria). This was another ship as an earlier Skipjack was sunk at Dunkirk 1 Jun 1940. He returned to Britain 23 Sep 1946 and reverted to Leading Steward but then regained that rate. His remaining time in the RN was in shore stations. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Italy Star, War Medal, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Minesweeping 1945-1951’ (probably in Skipjack), Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (13 Apr 1956). Enlisted in the RNZN 17 Jul 1950 as a Steward. The following day he was promoted Leading Steward. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN naval forces in Korea. Promoted Petty Officer Steward 1 Dec 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 23 Nov 1951. Served in Philomel and Tamaki between 24 Nov 1951 and 14 Jan 1953. Also served in Black Prince 15 Jan 1953–6 Oct 1954 and in Bellona 7 Oct 1954–19 Aug 1955. Also served in Lachlan, Kaniere and Royalist. Discharged to RA as Petty Officer 16 Jul 1960. Died Kerekere 13 Jul 1988, aged 68 years, buried at Kerekere. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BRADFORD, Thomas Robert | 13406 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 14 Dec 1934. Enlisted in the RNZN 21 Sep 1950 as Seaman Boy. Drafted to Rotoiti and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952. Served mainly on the west coast Korean waters. RTNZ 18 Mar 1953 and served in Philomel and Tamaki. Discharged BNPS 21 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch, 1 Jan 1998 in his 64th year. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRADLEY, Douglas Oliver | 15109 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whanganui 11 Nov 1936. Served in Wellington College Air Training Corps for three years and then Wellington Sea Cadet Unit for 10 months. Student before joining RNZN on 27 May 1954. Granted the Service No 15109 and the rate of Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel drafted to Black Prince 14 Jan 1955. Also served in Kiwi and Lachlan. Drafted to Royalist 5 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 to take part in working up exercises with the RAN before heading onto Singapore. Involved in two bombardments of suspected Communist camps in the Kotta Tinggi area of Johore before sailing onto Hong Kong and then Japan and Korea. Was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. On RTNZ drafted to Black Prince 23 Sep 1958–5 Apr 1960. In Apr 1960 he was selected for crew of Otago, a Rothesay-class Type-12 Frigate and sent to the UK for training and to bring the ship to NZ. Otago was commissioned into the RNZN on 22 Jun 1960 and arrived at Dunedin on 19 Jan 1961. Douglas Bradley later served in Endeavour 9 Aug–26 Nov 1962. DEE 26 Nov 1962. Douglas later became a commissioned Sea Cadet officer with TS Leander (Auckland) and served many years with that organisation. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), Cadet Forces Medal with clasp for second award, NZDSM and PJM. |
| BRADLEY, Ewan McClelland | 13916 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Cromwell, Otago, 29 Dec 1932. Employed as a fitter before he enlisted in the RNZN on 20 Sep 1951. Underwent training as a Stoker in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Lachlan 19 Feb 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 20 Sep 1952. Was at Philomel for 13 days before returning to Lachlan 22 Nov 1953. Served in Bellona in the Reserve Fleet 6 Apr 1954–24 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Sailed from Auckland 28 Apr 1955 for service in SE Asia and Korea. Pukaki left Singapore for RTNZ 5 Apr 1956 and arrived Auckland 21 May 1956. Drafted to Toroa 14 Aug 16 Jan 1958. Later served in Kaniere 17 Jan 1958–7 Jan 1959. Drafted to Black Prince 8 Jan–11 Sep 1959. His final days of service were in Philomel. DEE 19 Sep 1959. Possibly awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BRADLEY, Fredrick Desmond | 802517 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 01/07/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 29 Oct 1931. Boilerman and Locomotive foreman NZ Railways, Wellington, also fireman and 2nd Class Engine driver. Attested 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by civil airline and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jul 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area occupied by 1 Comwel Division. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for travel to Australia. Completed the RTNZ by Teal flight from Sydney, deplaning Harewood 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 149 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1955 and posted to a TF unit (4 Company, RNZASC). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned to Work for Railways as a Loco Foreman. Later went to live in Australia. Living Gulgon, NSW, Australia 1995. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BRADLEY, Herbert (Bert or Brad) | 203937 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Ruawai Naumai, Northland, on 30 Nov 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce in 1950. Gave date of birth 19 Nov 1927 (actual date 19 Nov 1930) on attestation making him three years older to qualify for inclusion in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then travelled on MV Taiyuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served in the Imjin river area near Hill 355. Played in 161 Bty Rugby team. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.305 was sent to an address in Avondale, Auckland, 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. Died Chatham Islands 31 Oct 2021 aged 90 years. |
| BRADLEY, Ian Andrew | 1957 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 06/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Dannevirke 6 Jan 1925. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class. After initial training served in HMNZS Leander from 4 Jun 1941 to 8 Jan 1944. This meant that he was probably one of the replacements from New Zealand joining the ship at Colombo, filling the vacancies caused by the Royal Navy personnel being returned to the UK. During this service he was probably on board during the action at Kula Gulf when the ship was heavily damaged by a Japanese torpedo. Leander was returned to the Royal Navy in May 1944. He served in HMNZS Achilles 9 Jan 1944 to 18 May 1946. Also served at Cook III and at HMS Pembroke on course. Served in Tutira from 6 Oct 1950 to 23 Aug 1951. Took passage in Rotoiti to join his ship as Tutira had sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950. Discharged to shore and RNZ Naval Reserve 31 Mar 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Auckland 21 Sep 1956. Entitled to NZOSM. |
| BRADLEY, John Albert | 206065 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/03/2051 | Born Masterton 17Jun 1926. Embarked 30 Mar 1946 on HMT Chitral for service in 22 Battalion in BCOF Japan (657092, Private. HQ Infantry Corps) and was promoted to Lance Corporal during this service. He was attached to 6 NZ Gen Hosp and on return to 22 Battalion was employed as a Regimental Aid Post (RAP) medical assistant. RTNZ on the ship Dunera and disembarked Wellington 27 Aug 1947. Driver employed by Masterton County Council. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while training in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 as a member of ‘Dog’ Troop, 162 Bty. Injured and sprained his left knee when he fell over an embankment near Paizu. Admitted to Swedish Hospital 2 Jan 1951, TSFD to the American Hospital at Osaka and was then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp at Kure for some six weeks. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni for RTNZ for treatment, admitted Repat. Gen. Hosp. Concord at Sydney before continuing to NZ and deplaned Wellington 9 Mar 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 25 May 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Masterton 6 Nov 1999 aged 73 years. Later awarded NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRADLEY, Leo Patrick (alias SPRING, Robert) | 204432 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 29/07/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Whanganui on 6 Aug 1926. Previous service in RNZAF with Service No 452718) for which he was awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Jayforce (Service No 656659) for service in BCOF Japan. Embarked 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Discharged 27 Oct 1947. Also served in the Australian Army for two years four months between 19 Aug 1950 to 13 Oct 1952. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 21 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by civil air via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by Teal flight from Sydney to Auckland deplaning 23 Nov 1954. Entitled to UN Medal for Korea only. Departed from NZ two-days after cut-off date for British Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 118 days. Discharged 29 Jan 1955. Joined RNZAF 4 Jun 1955 to 25 Apr 1959. Then re-joined the NZ Army in 1961 and served as Private in 1 NZ Regt (Pearce's Battalion) in Malaya from Sep 1961. Completed a jungle warfare course at Kota Tinggi. RTNZ 21 Aug 1963. Discharged 22 Jan 1969. Discharge Cert sent to Ohakea 1 Feb 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (M) and NZDSM. |
| BRADLEY, Walter David Forrest | 206400 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 17/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Timaru on 29 Sep 1926. Also served during WWII and in BCOF, Japan. Telegraphist for Post & Telegraph Department at Otaki. Enlisted 8 Feb 1951in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned 17 Jun 1951 RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai for flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 8 Aug 1951. First sent to 16 Fd Regt Sigs Platoon but M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 11 Aug 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 17 Apr 1952 and was discharged from the hospital 26 Jun 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 NZ Tpt Coy and CTBA 24 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 18 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 20 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 248 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Timaru 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Timaru 29 Jan 1975 aged 46 years. Buried at Timaru. Brother 5690 Corporal Phillip Bradley served in NZE and became a POW 1941–45 and was held in Stalag VIIIB, Poland. Brother Major Charles Bradley Served in RNZAF in the Solomon Islands during WWII and later served in NZ Army from 1948. |
| BRADY, Douglas Charles | 208705 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 09/08/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Roxburgh, Otago, on 13 Dec 1920. Cadet in the Post & Telegraph Department, Caversham, Dunedin. Served in RNZN with Service No 3594. Enlisted in Oct 1941 as Ordinary Telegraphist. Went to the UK for training at HMS Drake; served in HMS Tyne (a Depot Ship); HMS Western Isles, a World War II naval training base established at Tobermory on the Isle of Mull; HMS Edinburgh Castle (RN base, Freetown, Sierra Leone) for one month in 1943; then in HMS Elena, an Anti-submarine trawler for nine months. He then served in HMS Philoctetes a destroyer depot ships out of Freetown, Sierra Leone. RTNZ via HMS Malabar in Bermuda and arrived back in NZ Aug 1944 and continued to serve until 28 Nov 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a Telegraphist for PT Department at Heriot, West Otago. Attested 26 Mar 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952 and was posted to H Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Feb 1953 and was stated to be “…a very conscientious and sober soldier, a keen and industrious worker and an excellent instructor.” Promoted to Temporary Corporal 1 Jun 1954 and appointed Troop NCO. Promoted Corporal 1 Dec 1953 with the remark that he “…has proved himself a thoroughly efficient NCO.” Embarked Kobe, Japan 24 Mar 1954 on SS Changsha for Australia. Completed the RTNZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 24 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 259 days. Discharged 11 Jul 1954 shortly after return to NZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.305 was sent to his given address in Caversham, Dunedin, 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BRADY, James Christian Andrew | 14531 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Levin 21 Jun 1935. Enlisted as a Junior Stoker 7 Aug 1952. Served in Bellona before deployment to Korean waters. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and served in this ship during second deployment to Korean waters. Employed as Stoker Mechanic on board ship. Served mainly on the west cost of Korea. Awarded UN Korea Medal which was stolen when he was on leave. Medal was replaced at cost. Discharged physically unfit for naval service 26 Jan 1956. Entitled to NZOSM. He lost part of his Korean Gratuity because of misconduct. Died Whakatane? on 3 Aug 2001. |
| BRADY, Lewis | 13769 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/02/2053 | 06/05/2054 | Born Bradford, Yorkshire, UK, 5 Jul 1919. Warehouseman before joining the RN on 12 Dec 1939 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No D/SX 467644. His first ship was Galatea a light cruiser commissioned in 1935 and served in her from 29 Feb–20 May 1940. On 4 Apr 1940, the Polish destroyers Burza, Grom and Błyskawica reached their new home base at Rosyth. In the afternoon they left the harbour with HMS Galatea, her sister ship HMS Arethusa and three destroyers. They were ordered to conduct a patrol in the North Sea and were later ordered to intercept German invasion groups heading for Norway. (See also COLLIE q.v.). Awarded a Hurt Certificate 19 Mar 1943. He spent some time in HDML 1051 operating from Defiance and Drake (Plymouth) and at HMS Nile (shore station) Alexandria in Egypt. Drafted to MTB 62 at St Angelo, Malta 14 Mar 1943. He also served in HMS Speedy (minesweeper) operating from Malta until she struck a mine. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 29 Jun 1943. Returned to the UK, 16 Sep 1943 and served in shore stations Defiance and Drake IV until drafted to HMS Capetown (light cruiser) 4 Apr 1944. He then served in HMS Ceres another light cruiser. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 16 Jul 1944. Then served in HMS Hague and left for the far East in her but arrived at Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) too late to take any real part in the war in the east. Was at HMS Tamar (Hong Kong) Aug 1946. Lewis Brady returned to the UK in Oct 1946 and then served in HMS Tatar an accommodation ship for the Reserve Fleet. He also served in HMS Newfoundland, Raider and Camperdown and was discharged from the RN on 7 Feb 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Africa Star and War Medal. Enlisted 8 Feb 1952 in the RNZN at Maori, the RNZN Office in New Zealand House, London as an Able Seaman and advanced to Petty Officer on successive days. He was one of several RN men who joined the RNZN in Feb 1952 and arrived in NZ shortly after. After familiarisation in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Later served in Hawea and Black Prince. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 7 Feb 1958. His address at that time was in Porirua East, Wellington. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BRAGG, James Massey | 207722 | Temporary Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Born on Stewart Island, New Zealand on 1 Aug 1925. Self-employed fisherman. Brother of Sergeant J.B. Bragg (q.v.). Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Bombardier at Waiouru before embarkation and appointed 2i/c gun. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Gun No.1 on 1 Jun 1951. Promoted Sergeant 28 Sep 1951. Sergeant J. Bragg (Bluff), Gunner Roger Wood (Christchurch) and Gunner J. Reid (Auckland) photographed firing the 51st round of a 101-gun salute for King George VI in 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp at Jure 8–20 May 1952 and on discharge M/I to NZRTU. Both brothers missed their furlough flight to RTNZ and were off loaded from their flight ER 61. Later emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and furlough. Deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 268 days. After furlough he was to return to Burnham Camp and arrange onward movement. Did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Nov 1952 by direction Commander of Kayforce. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.309 was sent to Bluff on 1 Feb 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Bluff 7 Sep 2001 aged 76 years. |
| BRAGG, John Bennett Taumata | 207865 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/04/2053 | Born on Stewart Island on 20 Nov 1927. Labourer from Bluff. Brother of James Massey Bragg (q.v.). Enlisted in Kayforce about the same time as his brother James. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Took part in all the major actions of the battery before returning home. Promoted through ranks to Sergeant during his stay on Korea. Posted to Brit Com Leave Unit in Tokyo, 25 Oct 1952. Both he and his brother missed their furlough flight from Iwakuni to RTNZ and were originally on ER 61 for RTNZ but wee off loaded. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 11 Apr 1953 and discharge and deplaned at Auckland on 15 Apr 1953. Discharged 8 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 12 Dec 1980 aged 53 years. |
| BRAGG, Norman John | 207844 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Born Picton on 28 Feb 1921. Farm labourer from Lower Wairau, Blenheim. Enlisted for service during WWII on 2 May 1945 and was discharged 10 Sep 1945 because the war had ended. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Lance Bombardier then Temporary Bombardier while holding appointment as a Gunnery Instructor. Report stated, “…efficient and has been carrying out instruction duties since 5 Jul 1951”. Promoted Temporary Sergeant Gun No.1, 29 Jan 1952 and to substantive rank 29 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington on 6 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 268 days Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Nov 1952. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.311 sent to an address in Wellington on 1 Feb 1957. Living in Blenheim 2003. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM |
| BRAGGINS, Sydney George | 923932 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Westport on 30 Jan 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington on 18 Mar 1953 and flew by flying boat to Sydney. Continued by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, Japan deplaning 21 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in the Plant Troop in Tokchong and Imjin areas. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 3 Dec 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.312 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to Denniston, West Coast. Later enlisted in RNZN and advanced to Able Seaman. Discharged from HMNZS Philomel, 25 May 1967. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZGSM (NE). Died Westport 3 May 2014 aged 84 years. |
| BRAID, Noel Charles (Crash) | 206296 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 29/08/2053 | Born Dunedin 24 Dec 1924. Labourer at Waipawa. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Had on board with him a four-month-old fox-terrier from Taihape called Katu. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 29 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier while holding appointment i/c Driver Operators 14 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 29 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 262 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Dec 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.313 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to an address in Napier. Received first presentation of Life Membership of the NZ KVA in Hawke's Bay. Was a mover and shaker in the Hawke's Bay area where NZ KVA was concerned. Died Hawkes Bay Regional Hospital, Hastings 9 May 2002 aged 77 years. |
| BRAILSFORD, Gordon Stanley | 206442 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Wellington 31 Mar 1930. Journeyman Motor Mechanic for Williams and Adams Wellington. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 20 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. M/I Div HQ Tpt Pl 28 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 12 Apr 1952 and appointed 2i/c Section. Promoted Temporary Corporal 12 Jul 1952 and appointed i/c Section then to Corporal 1 Dec 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ from Div HQ Tpt Pl and placed on NZ Roll 23 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 27 May 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.314 was sent to Scorching Bay, Wellington on 1 Feb 1957 but was returned to Base Records where it remains today. |
| BRAITHWAITE, Horace Jameson | 203815 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Dunedin 3 Jan 1929. Employed as a warehouseman in Devonport, Auckland. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and after training in Waiouru and Papakura embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, served in 162 Bty and served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Aug 1952. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.315 sent to an address in Auckland on 1 Feb 1957. |
| BRAITHWAITE, John | 12825 | Cook | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Penrith, Cumberland, UK, 8 May 1927. Previous service in the Royal Navy from 11 Dec 1944 to 2 Mar 1947 starting as an Assistant Cook at HMS Royal Arthur a shore station near Skegness before going to HMS Duke and then HMS Victory. By 22 Aug 1945 he had been TSFD to HMS Mayina a large transit camp a few miles from Colombo in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). One comment that has survived about this camp was, “At mealtimes in barracks there is always an atmosphere of unrest. The crockery is badly chipped and hardly washed. And the food prepared by indifferent native cooks, is probably the worst in the island.” Perhaps John was able to try and improve the standard here. He was also at HMS Lanka and HMS Highflyer which were also shore stations in Ceylon. Did two months on HMS Thyme (corvette) and later returned to the UK in the destroyer HMS Tower. Completed his time in the Royal Navy at HMS Victory. Enlisted in the RNZN at HMNZS Cook (London) and came to NZ in Lachlan. Drafted to Rotoiti 9 Feb 1950–23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 and served in Korean and south-east Asian waters. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Also served in Black Prince 16 Jan–28 Jun 1953. Later served in Bellona 9 Jan 1954 to 19 Jan 1955. Was in Tamaki for final posting. DEE 11 Jun 1955. Moved to Tauranga on discharge. Died Rotorua 7 Oct 1977 aged 50 years. Buried at Rotorua Services Cemetery. |
| BRAITHWAITE, John | 206021 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Gateshead, north-east UK, 5 Jun 1919. Previous service in Royal Artillery, British Army with Service No 893024. Employed as a plasterer at Lower Hutt before he enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Underwent training at Linton and Waiouru Camps. He requested his campaign medals and had written to the RA Records in the UK for these. RA Records requested confirmation of his entry into the RNZA and date of attestation. He was shown as serving in A Troop. K Bty at Linton Camp at the time. Unfortunately, there is no record of the medals issued. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. TSFD to Kayforce XVI List 1 Feb 1951 M/O Reinf Training Unit, posted to 16 Fd Regt and Struck Off XIV List 17 May 1951. Accidentally injured 5 Jan 1952 and was admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb with burns to his face. TSFD to 21 Evac Hospital Seoul and was discharged from there to his unit 14 Jan 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 28 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.315 was sent to Palmerston North 1 Feb 1957. Died Palmerston North 15 Jul 1989, aged 70 years, buried at Kelvin Grove cemetery Palmerston North. |
| BRAMLEY, Gerald Alan | 206123 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/02/2052 | Born Auckland on 28 Aug 1927. Enlisted in Paeroa for service in BCOF Japan. Embarked for Japan after 1 Jan 1946 but reinforcement not currently known. (811973, Private, Div Provost Company.) Deer culler from Taupo. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Sergeant Bramley was then attached FAP to NZRTU as Cadre NCO 4 Dec 1951. Mentioned that on first arrival in Korea they were not well equipped and only had pup tents for the first three months. ETD Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ as an Arty Instr at Trentham. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.317 was sent 1 Feb 1957to his given address in Taupo. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Dannevirke Jan 2017. |
| BRAMLEY, Murray Arthur Watson | 208192 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Ashburton 22 Jun 1924. Carpenter and joiner, for Russell & Co, Ashburton. Home Service during WWII 28 Oct 1942–30 Apr 1943 and again 13 Nov 1944–28 May 1946. Was in 36 Army Troops Salvage Coy NZE. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Embarked 29 May 1946 on HMT Empire Pride for service in BCOF, Japan as 629210, Sapper, 5 Company NZE at Yamaguchi. M/O and attached FAP to Tokyo Bn 7 Sep–2 Oct 1946. Attached FAP 2 NZ Div Cav Regt 10 Apr–6 May 1947. Embarked for NZ 6 Aug 1947 and disembarked Wellington 27 Aug 1947. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 20 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep 1951. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 May 1952 and appointed Section 2i/c. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 25 May–13 Jun 1952 suffering from burns. Promoted Corporal 1 Sep and appointed Sec Commander ‘C’ Pl. M/O 10 Tpt Coy on 5 Apr and M/I NZ Base HQ 7 Apr 1953 and placed on NZ Roll the same day. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight Wellington 27 May 1953, 7.30am. Served in Korea one year 300 days. Discharged 28 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in 2002 aged 75–76 and is buried in Ashburton Public Cemetery |
| BRAND, Richard | 208978 | Private | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Christchurch on 2 Mar 1928. Labourer for Ryan Bros., Contractors New Brighton, Christchurch. Enlisted in Jayforce but was discharged before embarkation. Enlisted 28 Apr 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Underwent training mainly at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Whenuapai 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 6 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 8 Sep and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 9 Sep 1954. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 11 Oct 1954, TSFD to Canadian FDS then moved to Brit Com Z Med Unit, then to 121 Evac Hosp. Eight days of treatment for his sight. Had a few conflicts with Military Law while in Korea. M/I NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 May 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.319 was sent to Christchurch on 1 Feb 1957. Died Christchurch? 21 Jun 1996. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BRAND, William Nelson (Bill) | 207879 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Invercargill, on 10 Jun 1929. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to RNZASC as a driver in NZ Transport Platoon. Emplaned (TNZ Roll No.64, p.5) Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by BCPA charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane New Zealand 24 May 1952 in the rank of Corporal. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.320 was sent to an address in Winton, Southland, on 1 Feb 1957. Living at Mataura in 1996. Died Gore 4 Jun 2021 aged 90 years six days before his 91st birthday. |
| BRANDON, Roger Wallace | 12947 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Kurow, Waitaki District, 60km north-west of Oamaru, 29 Jun 1933. Enlisted in RNZN 7 Sep 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. After his initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Tutira and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 as Boy 1st Class for his service in Korean waters. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 1 Apr 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but remained with Tutira until Aug when he was drafted to Bellona. Also served in Black Prince and later Lachlan. Reached rate of Able Seaman. Discharged 21 Jun 1957 engagement expired and posted to the Inactive Reserve. Died in a motor accident at Auckland (Papakura?) 8 Apr 1958 aged 24 years not quite a year after he left the RNZN. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRANIFF, Charles Edward | 207709 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born 12 Dec 1916. Had 2.5 years in Sydney University (according to his attestation document). Sign writer and commercial artist from Wellington. Next-of-kin, Mrs N.A. Braniff, Palmerston North. Enlisted in 2 NZEF 12 Sep 1939 and was issued the Service No 4439. Embarked 5 Jan 1940 for Australia. Embarked Sydney 24 May 1940 for RTNZ disembarking 27 May 1940. Re embarked 21 Jul 1943. Entered Egypt 18 Aug 1943 as member of 32 Fd Regt RNZA. Posted from 32 Fd Regt to 4 NZ Fd Regt 25 Sep 1943. Embarked Alexandria 17 Oct 1943 for Italy. Damaged his Rt knee when fell down bank when taking cover near Florence, Italy 30 Jul 1944. Posted to NZ Div Pro Corps 25 Mar 1945. Promoted Lance Corporal 25 Mar 1945. TSFD to NZ Roll 7 Nov 1945 and arrived NZ 13 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as sign writer for R.D. Cairns Car Painters, Wellington. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Underwent training at Burnham and Waiouru. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 3 Jan 1951 while NZ Reinf Training Unit Ord Room Clerk. To be Temporary Bombardier while holding appointment of Battery Quartermaster Sergeant of NZ Reinf Training Unit 20 Feb 1951. To be Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 22 Feb 1951. Reverted to Bombardier 22 Jun 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU 22 Jun 1951. Went AWOL 14 Dec 1951 and was reduced to the rank of Gunner 15 Dec 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 2–5 Apr 1954 and re-admitted 9–26 Apr 1954. He committed further breaches of discipline which resulted in punishment in Brit Com Mil Corrective Estab. Released from Brit Com MCE 23 Aug 1952. It is possible that he went AWOL so often to get himself back to NZ so he could be near his children. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 265 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.321 sent to a Wellington address 1 Feb 1957. Died Lower Hutt 4 Jun 1986 aged 69 years, buried at Taita Cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRAXTON, Arthur Neville | 14816 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/05/2055 | Born Invercargill 22 Nov 1936. Employed as a Junior Warehouseman before he enlisted in the RNZN 28 May 1953 as a Boy 2nd Class. He trained in Tamaki, where he was also rated a Boy Bugler. Drafted 16 Nov 1953 to Kaniere as Boy 1st Class and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954. Served in Korean waters in Kaniere as part of the British Far East Fleet. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 23 May 1954 and to Able Seaman 23 May 1955. Sounded the Last Post and Reveille at the ANZAC Day Ceremonies at Kure and Yokohama 1955. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. Later served in Kiwi, Black Prince, Hawea and Rotoiti. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZSSM as he participated in Operation Grapple, the nuclear test at Christmas Island in 1956 while serving in Rotoiti. Discharged BNPS on 14 Apr 1958. Entitled to NZ Special Service Medal (Nuclear) and NZDSM. Living at Oamaru in 2004. Died Oamaru 26 Nov 2014 aged 78 years. |
| BRAYSHAW, Kelvin Valentine | 11200 | Leading Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Blenheim 9 Sep 1930. Enlisted 11 Jul 1946 in RNZN as a Seaman Boy. Drafted to Rotoiti and sailed from Auckland 2 Jan 1952. Leading Telegraphist, Radio operator. Served in the Chodo / Sokto area on the west coast of Korea for a short time but the bulk of the work was as Commander Task Unit 95.12.3 based at Paengyong Do / Taechong Do. Main role was to intercept small craft trying to infiltrate the ROK areas with weapons or people. Used to work with Korean PT Boats that were involved in inshore work. Secondary task was providing bombardment of on shore targets but the effectiveness of that was limited because the Loch -class frigates only had one 4-inch gun. Rotoiti on this second tour left behind three anchors when the ship came under fire in the Han River and they had cut the chains to make a quick getaway. Rotoiti also collided with the Dutch destroyer Piet Hein during a very foggy morning and made a hole in her side near the bow. Returned to Auckland 19 Mar 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| BREACH, James Carey | 11201 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Fernside near Featherston 23 Feb 1930. Enlisted 11 Jul 1946in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki he served in Bellona 3 Jul 1947 to 2 Oct 1948. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 23 Feb 1948. Served in Hawea then returned to Bellona before serving again in Hawea from 6 May 1950 to 10 Mar 1952. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly on west coast waters of Korea. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane and arrived ucklan d 8 Mar 1952. Later served in Black Prince. DEE 23 Feb 1954 and posted to Inactive Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Joined NZ Police. Discharged from Police 28 Mar 1962. Deceased. |
| BREAKWELL, Tony Hunter | 206757 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/06/2052 | 14/04/2054 | Born Dannevirke 28 Jul 1930. Employed at the Whakatu Freezing Works before he enlisted as a Kayforce replacement on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Auckland 9 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 20 Jun 1952 and entered Korea the same day. Applied to take his discharge in Japan and enrol in the Canadian Army but he withdrew this application for discharge in Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and furlough deplaning Wellington 17 Apr 1954. Returned to Korea emplaning Wellington 2 Jun 1954 deplaning Japan 5 Jun 1954. Did not re-enter Korea until 21 Aug 1954–failure to adhere to written and verbal orders. Posted to 16 Fd Regt until 20 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 244 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1955. |
| BREANT, Augustus James | 204717 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 09/03/2054 | 05/11/2054 | Born Auckland 3 Jan 1929. Labourer for the Auckland Gas Co. Enlisted in Kayforce on 27 Oct 1953. Emplaned Auckland 9 Mar 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954 and was posted to H Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 at Iwakuni, probably on RNZAF Hastings that took some of the 18th Reinforcements up to Korea, for RTNZ on compassionate grounds deplaning Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas 242 days Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Dec 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| BREGMEN, Harold Cecil | 203744 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton, 1 Nov 1928. Served as an Aircraftman 2nd Class in the RNZAF for six months. Polisher for Hamilton Electroplaters. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 19 Jan 1951 and served in 161 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Was involved in the battle at Kapyong Apr 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 31 Feb 1952 and appointed Tech Storeman. Promoted Lance Bombardier 9 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to deplane Auckland 23 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 258 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Oct 1952. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. He was a Vice President of the NZKVA Auckland and a Life Member of the Asson Died Auckland, 5 Mar 2000 aged 71 years. |
| BRENNAN, Eric John | 206133 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/11/2054 | Born Waimate 31 Mar 1928. Motor trimmer at Todd Motors, Petone. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 19 Jan 1951. Attached to British J.R.B.D for Cooking Course 18 Feb–11 Apr 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 20 May 1952 and appointed Battery Cook. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 28 Jun 1952 and to Bombardier 27 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on furlough. Deplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas for first tour one year 251 days. Re-emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 for second tour and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 5 Mar 1953. Re-posted to 16 Fd Regt. Applied for but cancelled his application for discharge in the UK. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning at Harewood 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas for second tour one year 288 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.324 was sent to and address in Timaru 1 Feb 1957. Enlisted in Regular Force 1 Aug 1957 and served in 1 NZ Regt at Taiping and Ipoh. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957 and disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957. RTNZ on TSS Captain Cook, embarking at Penang 25 Nov and disembarking at Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 (M). Discharged from the Army 9 Mar 1960. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Perth Australia, 1 Oct 2004 aged 76 years. |
| BRETT, Ernest Hector | 206228 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Whanganui on 16 Sep 1925. Driver for A.H. Yarrow, Baker, Manaia, Taranaki. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. After training in Papakura and Waiouru Camps he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted firstly to NZ Tpt Pl. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 8 Jun 1951 while holding appointment of Section 2i/c Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Promoted Lance Corporal 27 Oct 1951. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 at Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.325 was sent to an address in Eltham on 1 Feb 1957. Died Palmerston North 22 Mar 1990. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRETT, Frank | 203816 | Private | NZ Base Wksp Sec | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Grey Lynn, Auckland, 1 Aug 1928. Lift engineer from Devonport. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base Workshop. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 28 Jan 1951 while holding appointment of Vehicle Mechanic. Attached to 16 Fd Regt on TOD 5 Apr–16 Apr 1951. Fitter Gun, Field Regiment. Reverted to Craftsman on ceasing to hold appointment as Vehicle Mechanic. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 26 Apr 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.326 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to his given Auckland address. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRETT, Selwyn William | 204229 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Auckland 6 Jun 1928. Served in the RNZAF for six months. Cleaning contractor from Te Papapa, Auckland. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Trained for Korean service in Papakura and Waiouru Camps. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 26 Apr 1952 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured. Admitted 37 Canadian Field Ambulance 4 Jul 1952 with burns to face and shoulders. TSFD to 8055 MASH the same day, TFRD to 121 Evacuation Hospital 6 Jul, then to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan 18 Jul for further treatment. Discharged from 6th Convalescent Depot 28 Jul and returned to unit. Accidentally injured with gunshot wound to toes of right foot 31 Oct 1952. Admitted 37 Canadian Field Ambulance and was TSFD to Brit Com Z Medical Unit and discharged from this unit 18 Dec 1952. Was in 163 Bty at this time. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 221 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jan 1954. Discharge Cert sent to Te Papapa, Auckland, 1 Feb 1957. Died Auckland 22 Jun 1976, aged 48 years, buried at Waikumete Services Cemetery. Later Awarded/entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRIANT, Hugh Moulding | 36146 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 20/04/2054 | 23/05/2055 | Born Wickfield, Berkshire, UK, 17 Sep 1931. British National Service Trainee (Service No 22334592) who completed 2 years training in the Royal Signals. He was trained and employed as Operator Keyboard and Wireless. Served in the UK and also in the Middle East Land Forces from Dec 1950 to Feb 1952 as Senior Operator Radio Teletype (RTTY) Link between Cyrenaica (Libya) and HQ MELF. Enlisted in the New Zealand Army in London and then came to NZ. Regular Force soldier and posted to RNZ Sigs. At Signals Branch Army HQ and then to HQ Central Military District. Promoted Corporal 28 Feb 1955 and appointed Cypher Operator. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 3 May 1954 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Also served at NZ Base HQ and in Brit Com Base Sigs Regt. CTBA to Base Sigs Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney and completed the journey to deplane Harewood 23 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 34 days. SOS Kayforce 30 Jun 1955 and reposted to Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Living at Auckland 2002. |
| BRIDGWATER, John Henry | 204231 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 26/04/2054 | Born Edgware, London, UK, 30 May 1925. Cargo worker and plumber, Cargo Workers' Union, Auckland. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 in Kayforce as a replacement draft. Previous service in Royal Naval Air Service for four years. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards to Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan 4 Jun 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Jun 1952. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for course of instruction 13 Feb 1953. Attached to CATC Inchon for Court of Enquiry 29 Jan–3 Feb 1954. Discharged in UK approved. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and then to Kure for embarkation to the UK. Embarked HMT Dunera at Kure 26 Apr 1954. ETA UK on 4 Jun 1954 and disembarked at Portsmouth. Served overseas two years seven days. Discharged in UK, 11 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BRIGGS, Douglas Marriot | 206614 | Lieutenant | ? | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/08/2051 | Born Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK, 27 Jun 1915. Served in the East Surrey Regiment, British Army 8 Dec 1939–20 Oct 1945 during WWII. Served in the First Army in Western North Africa and the in Italy. He then came to NZ after the war. Commercial Traveller for E.D. Hickling, Havelock North. Enlisted 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. His original issue of WWII medals (1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘1st Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal) were lost when the Wahine sunk. These were replaced at no cost. Resigned his commission (Temporary Captain) on account of disability. Was out of New Zealand only 23 days. One source states, “…did not enter war zone – is not eligible for medals.” RTNZ from Darwin, deplaned Auckland 24 Aug 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Did not qualify for any Korean War Medals. Discharged 10 Sep 1951. |
| BRIGGS, Huia Leonard | 203795 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/08/2053 | Born Rotorua 14 Jan 1927. Previous service in Jayforce with Service No 811951. Embarked 15 Jul 1947 RTNZ 10 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 17 Sep 1948. Carpenter at the Re-Hab School, Rotorua. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Driver in A Troop, 161 Bty. Accidently injured 2 May 1951 with gunshot wound to left foot. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb then TSFD to BCOF General Hospital, Japan. Discharged from Hospital 17 May 1951 and returned to unit. Attended JRBD Cooking Course 17 Sep–13 Oct 1951. Attended a further cooking course 26 Nov 1951. Later promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier (on the recommendation of the O.C. Cooking School) while holding appointment as Cooking Instructor 10 Jan 1952. RTNZ on 10 May 1952 for furlough and re-emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney bound for further service in Korea. Re-entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Emplaned Japan 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ at the completion of his tour. Deplaned Auckland 6 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas two years 205 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.329 was sent on 1 Feb to his given address in Rotorua. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRIGHT, Dereck Arthur | 13835 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/02/2053 | 06/05/2054 | Born Coggeshall, Essex, UK, 19 May 1920. Merchant Navy seaman before joining the RN on 14 Jun 1938 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No C/MX 94332. After initial training in HMS Pembroke he was drafted to HMS Cumberland (heavy cruiser) on 22 Feb 1939 and advanced to Stoker 1st Class 14 Jun 1939. Cumberland was in the South Atlantic and in Dec was forced to self-refit in the Falkland Islands and was not with HMS Exeter, Ajax and Achilles when the Graf Spee was engaged in battle. Cumberland steamed for 34 hours and took the place of Exeter which had been heavily damaged. Cumberland then went to South Africa where she was refitted at Simonstown Naval Base. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 28 Oct 1940. Served in HMS Pembroke 14 Aug 1941–16 Jun 1942 and advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary). Drafted to HMS Kent (heavy cruiser) 17 Jun 1942–26 Dec 1943 and was involved in at least four Russian convoy protection tasks and was part of the escort for HMS Renown which was bringing Prime Minister Churchill back from a Conference with the US President in Quebec. Advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 12 Jan 1943. His next ship was HMS Bonaventure, a submarine depot ship and served in the Pacific Theatre with submarines and midget submarines. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 25 Feb 1946. He returned to Britain and served mainly in HMS Pembroke. Drafted to Cleopatra (light cruiser) 19 Aug 1948–4 May 1950 and served in the Home Fleet. Released to Reserve 11 Jul 1950. Entered the RNZN at Philomel on 13 May 1952 as Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic and to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on the succeeding days. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1945 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Kaniere returned to NZ on 2 Mar 1954. He served in Bellona then Kiwi where he advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. He continued to serve in Bellona, followed by Royalist and Black Prince. His final service was in Philomel 23 Sep 1957–12 May 1958. DEE 12 May 1958. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star and War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRIGHT, John Mackintosh Addison | 208126 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/09/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born the UK on 1 Mar 1927. Served in the British Army (Service No 14452950) 1944–49 in both the Royal Armoured Corps and the Parachute Regiment qualifying as a parachutist and 3-inch mortar man. Served in Palestine. Was serving as a Corporal in East Africa when he took his discharge by purchase. Worked for an engineering firm in East Africa for six months before coming to NZ. Applied for original Kayforce but was not medically fit. Rabbiter for Hawea Rabbit Board, Denniston, Hawea Flat, Central Otago. Next of Kin shown as his mother, Mrs M.H. Bright, Glenuig, Loch ailort, Inverness, Scotland. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce at Dunedin. Was initially selected as an Officer Cadet for Kayforce, applied for release from Kayforce officer cadet but remained to go overseas. Emplaned Wellington 19 Sep 1951 on Teal flying boat for passage to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 3 Oct 1951. Driver Operator in D Troop, 162 Bty. Later Lance Bombardier. Was involved in an Australian Army patrol with an Australian Forward Observation Officer when attacked by Chinese forces near Point 355. Struggled back through a gap in the Minefield with Captain Salmon RAA who was twice wounded by grenades. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Jun 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.330 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Wellington. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRIGHTWELL, Douglas George | 1825 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Napier, 9 May 1921. Employed as a postman possibly at Morrinsville before he entered the NZ Division of the RN as a Stoker 2nd Class on 13 Oct 1939 with Service No NZD 1825. Underwent training in Philomel. Drafted to HMS Achilles 27 Feb 1940–9 Dec 1942. His first work on board was probably to take part in repair and refitting of damage sustained during the Battle of the River Plate. In Jun 40 Achilles was involved in the search for survivors of SS Niagara which had been sunk by a mine laid by the German raider Condor. Located the lifeboats and towed them to the Hauraki Gulf. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 11 Aug 1940. In Aug 1940 Involved in the search for the German raider Orion after the sinking of SS Turakina in the Three Kings Islands area. Later involved with convoy escorts and in Nov was involved in the unsuccessful search for a German raider which had sunk SS Rangatane. During Jan to May 1941 was involved in convoy escorts and in mid-May rescued the survivors of the NZ minesweeper Puriri which had sunk during minesweeping operations clearing mines laid by the Orion. Achilles was TSFD to the RNZN in Jul 1941. Was involved in more convoy escorts. Joined ANZAC Squadron on 12 Feb 1942 and then joined US Task Force 11 on 18 Feb for defence operations off Rabaul and was under Japanese air attack on 20 Feb. Returned to Auckland in Sep for refitting and addition of further anti-aircraft weaponry. Drafted to Philomel then Tamaki. Drafted 11 Mar 1943 to Islington Bay a Defence storage depot but returned to Philomel 24 Aug 1943. Served in Kiwi 22 Oct 1943–19 Jun 1945. Advanced to Leading Stoker on 25 Jan 1944 and to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 21 Aug 1944. Drafted to Achilles 15 Sep 1945–30 Sep 1946 and served in the final operations of WWII and later in Japan as part of the occupation force. He was in the ship when it was returned to the RN. Drafted to Bellona 1 Oct 1946–14 Oct 1947 and was a member of the crew that brought the ship to NZ. Served in Philomel 15 Oct 1947–22 Feb 1948 then returned to Bellona 23 Feb 1948–21 Sep 1949. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic and then to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 1 Jun 1949. Drafted to Tutira 1 Jul 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951. DEE 30 Oct 1951 Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45 and the NZ War Service Medal, The Korea Medal ERII and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and is Entitled to the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Rotorua 31 Dec 1976 aged 55 years. |
| BRIMICOMBE, Ronald Fredrick | 802431 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/08/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Greymouth 22 May 1931. Previous service in CMT and the Territorial Force. Sawmill hand, Randall Creek Sawmill Co, Kopara, West Coast. Enlisted 24 May 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. After training for Korea mainly in Burnham he emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas of PCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Sep 1953. He was admitted to hospital on several occasions. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight deplaning Harewood, Christchurch 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 93 days. Discharged 26 Jan 1955. Discharge Cert sent to Nelson Creek, West Coast, 1 Feb 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZDSM. Living Kaiapoi in 2001. |
| BRISCOE, Allan John | 206229 | Gunner | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born Opunake, Taranaki 23 Feb 1927. Self-employed driver. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. After training in Waiouru embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZRTU 12 Feb–18 May 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 May 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight on R.M.A. Aranui ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 152 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.332 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to Oaonui, Taranaki, 1 Feb 1957. Died Opunake, 8 Oct 1991 aged 64 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROADHURST, Douglas Garside | 206758 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZDC | 07/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Wellington 17 Sep 1928. Dental Mechanic from Wellington. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Auckland 7 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1952. Private, Temporary Sergeant 14 Jul 1952. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt 21 Nov 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 NZ Tpt Coy and CTBA 24 Nov 1952. Promoted Sergeant 14 Oct 1952. He spent his time between 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, 16 Fd Regt and NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 4 Jun 1953 and to Staff Sergeant 1 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland. Served overseas one year 285 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Henderson, Auckland, 1 Feb 1957. Died 8 May 1996 aged 67 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROADLEY, George James | 208127 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 16/02/2052 | Born Cromwell, Central Otago 16 Feb 1929. Driver for South Otago Transport, Balclutha. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning on 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for two to three-day voyage and entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Served in 10 Tpt Coy from Pusan to Seoul and places in between. Emplaned 3 Feb 1952 Iwakuni for RTNZ on compassionate grounds and deplaned Auckland 16 Feb 1952. Served overseas 199 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Apr 1952. Discharge Cert sent to Te Aroha 1 Feb 1957. Joined Regular Force but only served between Jul and Dec 1957. Discharged own request. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROCK, Henry Cyril Melville | 13820 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2056 | 04/07/2057 | Born Callington, Cornwall, UK, 14 Apr 1920. Entered the Royal Navy 16 Jul 1935 for Seaman Boy service with Service Number D/JX145292 and on 14 Apr 1938 served as an adult seaman. Discharged as a Petty Officer and worked in civilian occupations for nearly two years before he enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, London 12 May 1952. Advanced from Able Seaman to Petty Officer (Radar Plotter 2nd Class) on successive days. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland for service in Korean waters 21 Sep 1953. Served mainly on the west coast on patrol and escort duties. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but Petty Officer Brock remained with Pukaki until 9 Jan 1955. Was at Philomel 10 Jan 1955 to 8 Sep 1956. Sent on course to HMAS Watson 2 Mar–8 Sep 1957. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal 14 Apr 1955 when he was on course at HMAS Watson. Drafted to Royalist as Chief Petty Officer 19 Sep 1957 and appears to have met the ship in Singapore when it returned from Penang. Served in the Second Commission of Royalist in Japanese, Korean and Malaysian waters this ship having left NZ 20 May 1957. RTNZ to 4 Jul 1957. Regarded as “An excellent Chief Petty Officer and RP Instructor. Capable, conscientious, loyal with wide experience willing to tackle anything. He has run the school and RP classes with a minimum of fuss and bother. Cheerful and possessing a great fund of common sense he leads by example not by shouting and threatening disciplinary action. Has an excellent manner with both his seniors and juniors, male and female. An asset in any ship or establishment.” Awarded British Empire Medal, QB Hons (London Gazette, 10 Jun 1961). Discharged to RA 11 May 1962. Became an office clerk on retirement from the RNZN. Died Resthaven Private Hospital, Cambridge 28 Mar 1998 aged 78 years. Cremated Hamilton Park Crematorium, Newstead. His RNZN service resulted in the awards of NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. There is no indication on his file whether he received these awards and no information as to his Royal Naval service or what medals he received for WWII. |
| BRODIE, James Edward | 204217 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 31/01/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born 18 Mar 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements on 27 Sep 1951. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for travel to Japan. Disembarked Kure, 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952 and M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Mar 1952 and served in D Troop. Committed several military discipline breaches which resulted in time in the Canadian Detention Barracks as shown in Kayforce Part II, Routine Orders. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ 4 Oct 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I NZ Base HQ 11 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ via Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney SOS Kayforce 18 Jan 1954 and posted to C Class Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.334 sent 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Morrinsville. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRODRICK, Ernest Purewa (Ernie) | 535107 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 18/11/2055 | Born Ruatoki North, 16 Mar 1932. Labourer for Gear Meat Company, Wellington. CMT 2nd Intake and Territorial Force in Hauraki Regt with HQ in Tauranga for three years. Enlisted in Kayforce 14 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 19 Jun 1954. Served in 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. When the 16 Fd Regt was RTNZ he TSFD to RNZASC on 12 Oct 1954 and was posted to B Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Acting Lance Corporal 24 Feb 1955. Contracted Tuberculosis and was hospitalised in the Brit Com Gen Hosp at Kure Japan before being invalided back to NZ for further treatment. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Aug 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharge Cert sent to Panmure, Auckland, 1 Feb 1957. Died Papakura, 2007 aged 74 years. |
| BROGDEN, Harvey Pete (Harry Patrick) | 206443 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Palmerston North 28 Jan 1929. Previous service during WWII. Vehicle Mechanic at Taihape Auto Co. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for travel to Pusan and entered Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon 2 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 10 Dec 1952 and appointed Ordnance Artificer Sergeant, Workshop Platoon and promoted Sergeant 10 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 11 May 1953 and appointed Mechanic Staff Sergeant. Was regarded as a first-class tradesman able to instruct other tradesmen. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 343 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Sep 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.337 was sent to a Tauranga address on 1 Feb 1957. Died Whakatane 21 Jun 1989, aged 60 years. Buried Hillcrest Cemetery, Whakatane. |
| BROMHEAD, Robert | 13071 | Temporary Commissioned Engineer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Portsmouth, Hampshire UK, 31 Oct 1909. Served in the RN from 2 Aug 1925 to 31 Oct 1927 with Service No CM 39440. He was then an Engine Room Artificer apprentice for three years and was in HMS Pembroke 1 Jan 1930 as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class. He served in HMS Hawkins 12 Jan 1930, then Calypso 10 Mar 1930–11 Mar 1932. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 8 Mar 1932. He served in several other ships including HMS Viscount (destroyer), HMS Ramillies (battleship), HMS Sussex 30 Nov 1938–21 Sep 1940 (cruiser) and advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer 11 Apr 1940. His character was shown as V Good and Efficiency as Superior on many occasions. He was awarded Royal Navy LS&GC Medal 20 Nov 1942 as Chief Engine Room Artificer while serving in HMS Lancaster (a former US destroyer) as shown in UK Naval Application Book 1940–44 p.178. Ty Act Commissioned Engineer 9 Oct 1945 as published in the Royal Navy List 1948. Entered the RNZN on three years loan from 19 Mar 1949. Appointed to HMS Loch Morlich from the date he was loaned to the RNZN. The ship was renamed HMNZS Tutira 11 Apr 1949. Robert Bromhead was in the crew that brought the ship to NZ. He stayed in Tutira and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korea with the UN Naval forces. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. In Philomel 15 Mar 1951 to 9 Jan 1952. Discharged BNPS 9 Jan 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal for his service in the RNZN. Later Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His other service medals not known but may well include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star and War Medal. |
| BROOKE, Claude William | 13584 | Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Dargaville 23 Feb 1933. Was a schoolboy before entering the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as a Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class. Was sent on leave without pay until 24 Jan 1951. Initial training in Tamaki then Philomel and was sent to HMAS Cerberus 22 Apr 1951–13 Jun 1952. Advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class 31 Dec 1951. On RTNZ drafted to Philomel then to Irirangi 29 Aug 1952–4 May 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in South Asia. Served in Malayan waters before proceeding to Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 7 Jul 1954. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. On RTNZ served in Irirangi and Philomel before drafting to Bellona from 13 Oct 1955 for passage to Australia to attend a further course in HMAS Cerberus 23 Oct 1955–10 May 1957. Advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate 1 Jul 1955. Back in NZ he served briefly in Philomel before moving onto Irirangi 29 Jun 1957. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Radio Electrician 1 Jul 1957 and to Petty Officer Radio Electrician 1 Jul 1958. Claude Brooke also served in Royalist 2 Oct 1958, Philomel 9 Aug 1959, back to Royalist 25 Aug 1959 and then back to Philomel with a two-week spell at Irirangi just prior to his discharge. Awarded Naval GSM (M) and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Died 22 Dec 2015 aged 82 years. |
| BROOKE, John | 31357 | Lieutenant | Attached 3 RAR | NZ Regt | 18/06/2051 | 17/10/2052 | Born Jubbulpore, India, 14 May 1927. Regular Force Officer served from 1946–1974. Son of Lieutenant Colonel John Ingham Brooke. Graduated from Royal Military College Duntroon Jan 1949. Seconded to Kayforce and left NZ 18 Jun 1951. Appointed Liaison Officer at HQ Comwel Div and attached to 3 Royal Australian Regiment. Wounded in Action whilst leading an Australian Patrol. SOS Kayforce and reposted to the Regular Force 4 Nov 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 122 days. Northern Military District Training Cadre staff Sep 1950-Nov 1952. Adjutant Wellington Regt for a short while. Member of the Coronation Contingent from March to Aug 1953. Served in 1 NZ Regt in Malaya Sep 1961 to Nov 1963 and was appointed Company Commander. On RTNZ he was posted to Army HQ and appointed GSO2 (Training) then GSO2 (Plans). Posted to 1 Bn Depot Aug 1966 and became Commanding Officer 1 Bn Depot and assumed command of 1 RNZIR Nov 1967. Appointed MBE in NY Hons 1967. Served in Malaysia Nov 1967–Dec 1969 as CO 1 RNZIR during which time he visited his men serving in South Vietnam 27 Aug–2 Sep 1968, 21–27 Feb 1969, 4–12 Apr 1969, 9–16 Jun 1969 and 2–9 Aug 1969. Awarded Vietnam Medal. RTNZ on ANZ Flight TE 702 arriving at Auckland 9 Dec 1969 and then attended Joint Services Staff College in Australia Jan–Jun 1970. Director of Training at Army General Staff Jul 1970. Retired 18 Jun 1974. Died 8 Oct 1974, aged 47 years. The funeral service was conducted at St Mary's Anglican Church, Karori. Later awarded NZOSM, PJM and KWSM. |
| BROOKER, Charles Frederick (Charlie) | 206444 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Pakipaki, Hastings, 10 Mar 1926. Process worker, Wood plastics, Pakipaki, Hastings. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Sailed from Sasebo and entered Korea 8 Sep. Posted to B Platoon, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. This platoon was employed in transporting food, clothing, and ammunition supplies and required to carry troops on occasions. RTNZ 1 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Discharge Cert sent to Pakipaki 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later Entitled to NZOSM. Died Havelock North 6 Dec 2014 aged 88 years. |
| BROOKING, Eric Oscar | 211372 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Te Araroa, Kawakawa Bay, East Cape 25 Oct 1929. Watersider employed by Port Employers Association Napier. Enlisted 16 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai 12 Oct 1954 and travelled to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Platoon is not known. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning at Auckland 7 May 1955. Served overseas 218 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jun 1955. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living Flaxmere, Hastings. |
| BROOKING, John (Te Roha Paraeu) | 336891 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Ruatoria, East Coast 20 Feb 1930. Labourer for Miles Construction Coy, Auckland. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Japan 31 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 10 Feb 1953. Posted to B Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy and was mainly in transporting supplies. Suffered petrol burns on left leg possibly from a homemade heater and was admitted 24 Nov 1953 to 38 Canadian Field Ambulance. Discharged from hospital 10 days later. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ. Deplaned at Harewood 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 187 days. SOS Kayforce 21 Sep 1954 and posted to C Class Reserve. Discharged 21 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Inaha, near Ruatoria 9 Jan 1959 aged 25 years. Buried at Taumatamihi, Ruatoria. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROOKLAND, Stanley Robert | 13199 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Timaru 1 Feb 1932. Enlisted 1 Feb 1950 in the RNZN as a Stoker. After training in Tamaki he was drafted, like many of his contemporaries, to Bellona for his first sea service. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic in Oct 1950. Also served in Kiwi and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 15 Oct 1952 at Philomel before he was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve in Korean waters and travelled via Sydney, the Java Sea, Singapore and Hong Kong. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji and arrived Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Later Petty Officer Seaman. Also served in Black Prince. DEE 31 Jan 1956. Awarded, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living Timaru in 2004. Died Timaru 27 Dec 2004 aged 72 years. |
| BROOKS, George Joseph Lawrence | 206617 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Taumarunui 18 Mar 1925. Labourer, Riverbank Dairy Factory, Woodville. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements 27 Sep 1951. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan. Disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ on furlough deplaning Wellington 28 Oct 1953 ex Sydney. Involved in a vehicle accident of a car driven by a former Kayforce man who died of his injuries. Admitted to Pahiatua Hospital 15 Nov 1953 with head injuries. Not considered fit for further Kayforce service. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 272 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.339 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Palmerston North. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROOM, Peter John | 11652 | Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hataitai, Wellington 13 Sep 1931. Left school and entered the RNZN 6 Nov 1947 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 25 Mar 1948 and to Signalman Boy 25 May 1948. His first sea service was in Bellona 31 May 1949–13 May 1951. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 13 Apr 1949 and to Signalman 13 Jul 1950. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 28 Mar–21 Jun 1951 to attend a training course. On RTNZ served in Philomel and Tamaki and in the Defence Motor Launch P3551. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1952. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and in Korean waters RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. DEE 12 Sep 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and KWSM. |
| BROOME, Graeme William | 204123 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/08/2053 | Born Cambridge 31 Mar 1929. Farmer and tractor driver for W.S. Wood, Otorohanga. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea journey to Pusan disembarking Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 1–12 May 1951 where he was often tasked to drive various officers on their duties. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 13 May 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Japan, 14 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas two years 20 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Oct 1953. Discharge Cert sent to Claudelands, Hamilton, 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living at Whakatane in 2007. Died Whakatane 12 Feb 2012 aged 82 years. |
| BROOME, Ronald Seon David | 622633 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Taihape 4 May 1930. Ex RNZAFVR. Driver for R.J. Hall of Taihape. Enlisted 5 Apr 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 5 Sep 1954 and M/I NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD on 10 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Posted from 16 Fd Regt LAD to 10 Tpt Coy on 28 Oct 1954. Admitted C.D.S. Tokyo on 25–30 May 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 8–10 Jun 1955 and returned to his unit. Attached FAP to Brit Com Sub-Area 25–27 Oct 1955 (Burial Party) and returned to his Unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 12 Mar 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ three days later. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jun 1956. Discharge Cert sent to Taihape 1 Feb 1957. Later served in 1 WWC Regt as TF soldier 1 Aug 1959 then 1 Hawkes Bay Regt from 8 Mar 1960. Discharged 21 Nov 1961 SNLR. Died Waiouru, 31 Jul 1975, aged 45 years. Buried at Taihape Services cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BROPHY, Hugh Patrick | 208897 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 20 Jan 1920. Enlisted in Jayforce and was issued the Service No 49384. Embarked for service in Jayforce 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Struck of the Strength of Jayforce and discharged 2 Oct 1947. Employed as a tractor driver for Mrs R. Brophy, Cheviot. Enlisted 29 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning NZ Reinf Training Unit 27 Jun 1953. Posted 13 Jul 1953 to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 7–11 Aug 1953 and was discharged to unit. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 11–22 Sep 1953 and discharged to unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew from Sydney by Teal aircraft deplaning Harewood, Christchurch, 26 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1955. Discharge Cert sent to Cheviot 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZGSM (K). |
| BROTHERSON, Kenneth Francis (Cowpoke) | 13125 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Nelson, NZ, on 12 Jan 1934. Enlisted 8 Sep 1949 in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class and underwent training in Tamaki. Like many others of his era his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Taupo as a Boy 1st Class on 29 May 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951. Served mainly in Korean west coast waters. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 12 Jul 1951 and to Able Seaman 12 Oct 1952. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Attended a course at HMAS Cerberus 13 Feb–24 Apr 1953 and qualified as Gun Layer 3rd Class. Served at Irirangi. Also served in Lachlan, Kiwi, Black Prince. Returned to HMAS Cerberus 28 Mar–9 Jul 1956 and qualified Gun Layer 2nd Class. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957. Dismissed from HM Service 16 May 1957 four days before the ship was to sail from Auckland on the Second Commissioning voyage to south-east Asia, Hong Kong and Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Kawerau 4 Jun 1990, aged 56 years. Buried South Auckland. |
| BROUGHAM, Thomas | 13265 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Motueka 10 Mar 1932. Served in Bellona from 12 Sep 1950 to 18 Aug 1953 rising through the ranks from Stoker to Stoker Mechanic to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953. Promoted Leading Stoker Mechanic while on deployment to Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but remained with Pukaki until 31 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later served in Black Prince (Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic), Pukaki and Kaniere during operations during the Malayan Emergency and Royalist during Confrontation during the period Jan 1965–Apr 1966. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 30 May 1965. Discharged to Retirement Allowance in 1969. Died Auckland, 14 Sep 1970, as a result of a vehicle accident aged 38 years at Auckland. Buried at Waikumete Services Cemetery. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM 1915 (Malaya), GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and NZ Special Service Medal which were sent to his next of Kin. |
| BROUGHTON, Charles Paraone | 204377 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/06/2052 | 18/02/2054 | Born Mangonui, Bay of Islands, Northland, on 15 Aug 1927. Farmhand for Mr J. Jeffs, of Ruawai before enlisting as a Kayforce Replacement on 23 Feb 1952. Emplaned 2 Jun 1952 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled the remainder of the journey to Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 8 Jun 1952 and served in A Tpt Platoon. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS on 4 Nov 1952 with an infected index finger. Discharged to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Nov 1952. Had several lapses of military discipline during his time in Korea. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Embarked SS Taiyuan at Kobe 18 Feb 1954 for travel to Australia and from Sydney by Teal flight deplaning Auckland 11 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 283 days. Discharged on 16 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No 343 was sent to his given address in Mangonui, Northland, on 1 May 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Kaitaia 26 Jul 2008 aged 79 years. |
| BROUGHTON, James Muroa | 211094 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Hawera, Taranaki, 17 Jul 1926. Enlisted 1 Feb 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by either Qantas or BCPA via Darwin, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. M/I NZRTU on deplanement. M/O from NZRTU and posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 30 Oct 1953. Also served in 10 Tpt Coy at Div Rear in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 24 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. RTNZ in rank of Corporal. Discharged from Kayforce 29 May 1955. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Kayforce Discharge Cert No.344 sent to Hawera 1 Feb 1957. Living at Hastings in 2004. Died Hastings 8 Jul 2012 aged 86 years. |
| BROUGHTON, Raymond | 208849 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/05/2053 | 11/03/2055 | Born Bay of Islands, 29 Jun 1926. Labourer for Ministry of Works, Cobb Valley, Nelson. Attested 1 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney 22 Apr 1953. Deplaned Japan 25 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 7 May 1953 and entered Korea 8 May 1953. He had a problem with obeying orders at Marrackville Barracks, Sydney which was dealt with in Korea on 22 May 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS on 12 Aug 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit the same day and was then admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Japan 14 Aug 1954. Perforated left ear drum. Had several more lapses of discipline. RTNZ 11 Mar 1955 having served overseas one year 324 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were despatched to him on 20 Aug 1956. Discharged 23 Jun 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.345 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to Tolaga Bay, East Coast, but was returned to Base Records and is still held there today. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Lawrence 14 Apr 1998 aged 71 years. |
| BROWN, Alan Robert | 208470 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Thornbury near Invercargill 18 Aug 1926. Employed as a farmer for Flett Bros., Otautau. Enlisted 9 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney on 27 May 1952. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1952. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 162 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 13 Nov 1953, M/I NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Nov 1953. Embarked Kobe 29 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Wellington 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 269 days. Discharged 26 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Gore 14 Jan 2020 aged 93 years. |
| BROWN, Alfred Murray | 12047 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 5 Jun 1926. Previous service in the Merchant Navy during WWII. Employed as a driver before enlisting in the RNZN on 27 May 1948 as a Stoker. Drafted to Bellona 29 Sep 1948 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 27 Mar 1948. Served in Philomel for five weeks and was then drafted back to Bellona 14 Sep 1949–4 Sep 1951. Again served briefly at Philomel and was then drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Retuned to NZ via Hong Kong and Sydney. RTNZ 16 Mar 1953 he remained in this ship until 14 Aug 1953 and was then drafted 15 Aug 1953 to Bellona in the Reserve Fleet. DEE from Philomel 26 May 1954. Medal entitlement,1939–45 Star, Africa Star, War Medal 1949–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Papatoetoe 25 Mar 2015 aged 88 years. |
| BROWN, Cecil Henry George | 13752 | Chief Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Felixstowe, UK, 10 Nov 1914. Entered the Royal Navy 10 Mar 1931 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No C/JX 135462 and underwent his initial training in HMS Ganges a boys training establishment at Shotley near Ipswich, Suffolk. Drafted to HMS Renown (battlecruiser) as Signalman Boy on 29 Jul 1932, advanced to Ordinary Signalman 10 Nov 1932 and to Signalman 10 Aug 1933. Served in HMS Pembroke 1, HMS Ganges and Pembroke 1 between 3 May 1934 and 14 Nov 1935. Drafted to HMS Duncan which was based at HMS Tamar (Hong Kong) 15 Nov 1935–2 Apr 1938. Advanced to Acting Leading Signalman 1 May 1937. She was in Shanghai during the Japanese invasion of Jul 1937 and evacuated British civilians to Woosung (part of Shanghai), together with the sloop HMS Falmouth. Cecil Brown returned to the UK, 3 Apr 1938 and was in Pembroke 1 for five months, advanced to Leading Signalman 1 May 1938, before being drafted to HMS Southampton (Town-class cruiser) 2 Sep 1938. In 1939 HMS Southampton was in involved in searches between Iceland and Faeroes for Scharnhorst and Gneisenau after the sinking of HM Armed Merchant Cruiser Rawalpindi. During 1940 HMS Southampton was involved in Atlantic convoy protection. Advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals 11 Mar 1940. He then to part in the Norwegian Campaign at Narvik and Andalsnes where the ship was under sustained air attack. In Nov HMS Southampton was in the Mediterranean and took part in the Battle of Spartivento. In Jan 1941 Under attack by dive bombers SE of Malta and hit by two delayed action bombs which caused extensive damage. In the face of continual air attacks repair work was impossible and the ship, after the survivors had been rescued, was sunk by our own torpedoes. Taken to Alexandria and TSFD to HMS Glasgow 31 Jan 1941. Advanced to Yeoman of Signals 11 Mar 1941. HMS Glasgow was then TSFD to the Indian Ocean where she was involved in troopship protection. Cecil Brown was stationed in HMS Lanka, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) 9 Oct 1941–30 Sep 1942 with a brief stay in HMS Haitan at Addu Atoll, in the Maldives. He returned to Pembroke 31 Jul 1942–14 May 1943. Drafted to HMS Philoctetes a depot ship and served in her based at HMS Tana (a shore base at Kilindini, Mombasa, Kenya) where he advanced to Chief Yeoman of Signals (Temporary) 28 Oct 1944. He was then at HMS Assegai not far from Durban in South Africa. Cecil returned Britain at HMS Pembroke 7 Sep 1945 and was discharged 6 Jan 1947. It appears that he was employed in the Training Ship Arethusa between leaving the RN and joining the RNZN. Known to have received 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori, London, 25 Jan 1952 as Signalman and advanced over the next two-days to Leading Signalman then to Yeoman of Signals. He was held on the books of Philomel 6 Feb–24 Mar 1952. Drafted to Pegasus a RNZN Reserve unit located in Christchurch. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for service with the British Far Eastern Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Chief Yeoman of Signals 15 Jan 1954. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 but stayed in Kaniere 1 Nov 1955. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal 29 May 1955. Returned to Pegasus 2 Nov 1955–11 Oct 1957. Died in Christchurch 12 Oct 1957 and was Discharged Dead. Later entitled to NZZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BROWN, Charles (Charlie) | 13904 | Ordinary Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/11/2053 | Born Whatatutu 5 Aug 1934. Enlisted 20 Sep 1951 in RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman then changed to Ordinary Telegraphist. After training in Tamaki he was drafted to Hawea and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Travelled to Korean waters via Australia and Hong Kong. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea in the ship's communications section. Action station was the emergency communication area at the stern of the ship. Also was involved with Korean Motor torpedo boats and was detailed to travel on one of these small ships for a short time. RTNZ in a similar manner to his outward journey and arrived Auckland 29 Nov 1953. Served on Royalist on the delivery voyage from the UK through Suez. Also served in Malayan waters during the Emergency in 1959. Served at Irirangi (Waiouru). Discharged 4 Aug 1960. Living in Gisborne in 1972. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE), NGSM (M), PJM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Colin Peter | 206445 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Wellington 27 Jun 1929. Employed as a plumber for J.J. Moughan, Napier. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce expansion Force. Underwent training at Linton Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug and travelled the three-day boat trip to Pusan disembarking 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Sep 1951 and was in C Platoon. Admitted Norwegian MASH 23 Oct 1951 and was TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS from where he was discharged 18 Nov 1951. Re-adm to Norwegian MASH 18 Dec 1951 (fever) and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure where illness was diagnosed as gastro enteritis. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 3 Mar 1953 and was sent to the Convalescent Depot for recovery. Posted to NZ Reinf Training unit. M/I to NZ Base HQ 19 Jul 1952. Was at either NZ Base HQ or NZ Reinf Training Unit until TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Jun 1953. Final part of his service was marred by misbehaviour. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 9 Jul 1953. Served overseas one year 343 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Sep 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Rural Delivery, Hastings, 1 Feb 1957. Died Tauranga, 18 Jun 1995 nine days before his 66th birthday. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Cyril Ernest | 14411 | Radio Electrician | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Wells, Somerset, England 7 Mar 1922. Entered the Royal Navy 28 Feb 1938 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service Number D/JX157552. Underwent his initial training at HMS Impregnable, HMS Ganges and HMS Drake advanced to Boy Telegraphist 14 Aug 1938. Drafted to HMS Devonshire (heavy cruiser) 14 Jul 1939–30 Nov 1940. Served the first part of WWII in the Mediterranean and was then TSFD to the Home Fleet, where the ship carried out searches for blockade runners and commerce raiders. Involved in the search for Scharnhorst and Gneisenau after the sinking of HM Armed Merchant Cruiser Rawalpindi. Took part in the Norwegian Campaign during mid-1940 and evacuated the Norwegian Royal Family and much of the Norwegian Government to Britain in Jun. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 7 Mar 1940 and to Telegraphist 5 Sep 1940. Spent the next four months in HMS Drake and then drafted to HMS Abdiel (fast minelayer) 7 Mar 1941–28 Aug 1943 and again served in the North Sea and in the Mediterranean. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist (Temporary) 15 Sep 1941. Returned to HMS Drake 29 Aug 29 Aug 1942. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 15 Sep 1942 and to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist the next day. Drafted to HMS Dolphin (Submarine School and Base) 19 Dec 1942. Drafted to HMS Forth (submarine depot ship) 15 May 1943 and sailed to Trincomalee, Ceylon. Served in HMS Storm (submarine) 2 Jul 1943 and was involved in patrols from Trincomalee to Malaya area. Also served in HMS Wolfe (depot ship) and HMS Maidstone (submarine depot ship) which for a short time operated from Freemantle in Australia. After the war also served in HMS Thule (submarine), returned to HMS Drake 17 Jun 1946 advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist (Permanent) 14 Nov 1946, HMS Fame, HMS Newfoundland (light cruiser) HMS Snipe (frigate) and HMS Malabar the naval dockyard in Bermuda. Released to Reserve from HMS Collingwood on 4 Jun 1952. His WWII medals are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic, Africa, Burma Stars and War Medal. Entered RNZN at Maori on 11 Jun 1953 as Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class and advanced to Radio Electrician on the next two-days. On arrival in NZ was in Philomel then drafted to Bellona 24 Jul 1953. Advanced to Acting Chief Radio Electrician (Local) 6 Aug 1953. Drafted to Irirangi 22 Sep 1953 and advanced to Petty Officer Radio Electrician 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 4 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. Advanced to Chief Radio Electrician 1 Mar 1957. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but he remained in Kaniere. Also served in Black Prince and Irirangi again and Philomel. Cyril Brown may have died in Devonport aged 45. Discharged Dead 24 Nov 1967. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BROWN, David Hedley | 207780 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Dunedin 23 Aug 1928. Truck driver for A.W. Williamson, Kaikorai Valley, Dunedin. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. His training was conducted in Burnham Camp and Waiouru. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Vehicle Mechanic in 16 Fd Regt LAD. Served through two very cold and bitter winters in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington about 7.30am 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 28 Sep 1952 and returned to Dunedin. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.348 was posted to an address in Dunedin on 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin 5 Oct 2013 aged 85 years. |
| BROWN, Dennis Hugh | 11653 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Tokomaru Bay, East Coast, 19 Jan 1932. He was a student before he entered the RNZN on 6 Nov 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and when completed was drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class on 9 Sep 1948–11 May 1949. Served in Kaniere 12 May 1949–23 Jan 1950 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 19 Jan 1950. Drafted to Taupo 24 Jan 1950 and advanced to Able Seaman on 19 Apr 1951. Taupo sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. On RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 he was briefly stationed at Philomel before being sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 14 Feb–22 Jun 1953. Qualified as a Gun Layer 2nd Class. On RTNZ served in Philomel to 22 Oct 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 23 Oct 1953 but was disrated and reverted to Able Seaman 30 Dec 1954. Also served in Lachlan and then at Irirangi. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 17 Dec 1955. DEE 18 Jan 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taradale 14 Apr 2014 aged 82 years. |
| BROWN, Desmond Stuart | 204420 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Masterton 20 Oct 1929. Truck driver for F.F. Brown, Hamilton. Came from Morrinsville. Enlisted in Kayforce 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flying boat flight bound for Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Travelled by ship from Japan to Korea. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Nov 1952. Attached FAP to HQ RASC, 1 Comwel Div (NCO school) 8 Feb–28 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Corporal 3 Jun 1953 and to Corporal 27 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954 from a Teal flight. Served overseas one year 254 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jul 1954. Died Auckland 4 Jan 1979 aged 48 years buried at Papatoetoe Services cemetery. Family was later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Douglas | 207781 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/02/2053 | Born Invercargill 7 Nov 1928. Electrician for Longton Jones, Dunedin. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Accidentally injured 30 Jan 1951 at Inchon near Seoul with burns to face, arms and right thigh. Admitted to 24 Med Bn and TSFD to 4 Fd Hosp then to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 14 Mar 1951. M/O NZ Reinf Training Unit and attached FAP NZ Det Kure 24 May 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Jul 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 8 Jun 1952. Attended CATC course 17 Jun 1952 and returned to 16 Fd Regt 20 Jul 1952. Promoted to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier on 1 Aug 1952 and appointed Gun 2i/c. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 5 Sep 1952 and appointed Gun No.1 and then to Sergeant 31 Dec 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 58 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Admitted Dunedin Hosp 10–13 May 1953. Discharged 2 Aug 1953. Died Omarama 30 Jul 1958 aged 29 years. Buried at Anderson Bay Services Cemetery. Family may claim his NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Edward John | 12839 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Stratford, London, UK, 8 Jun 1924. Served in the Royal Navy from 5 Feb 1942 to 14 Jun 1946 with Service No P/JX 307656. His early months of training was conducted in HMS Victory and HMS Collingwood. He then attended training for asdic and anti-submarine skills. He served at sea in HMS Linaria (corvette) and crossed the Atlantic on convoy escort duties and was based at HMS Ferret at Londonderry. Later was in the ship at HMS Lanka, a shore station Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). WWII medallic awards not known but would probably include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN 5 Jul 1949 as an Able Seaman. He served in Lachlan and Kiwi before he was drafted to Tutira. On 3 Jul 1950 Tutira sailed from Auckland together with Pukaki on the first deployment of RNZN ships to Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties and was involved as a guard ship at the Inchon landings which pushed the Communist forces back from the South Korean capital. Tutira RTNZ on 31 May 1951. DEE 4 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM having served more than three years in the NZ Armed Forces. Died Auckland 3 Sep 2009 aged 85 years. |
| BROWN, Eric John | 206122 | Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/03/2054 | Born Dunedin 30 Aug 1916. Served during WWII at home and in 3NZ Div. While in NZ served in the artillery from 1 Jun 1941. Promoted Temporary Bombardier Dec 1941; Temporary Lance Sergeant Apr 1942; Temporary Battery Sergeant Major (Warrant Officer 2nd Class) May 1942. Reverted to Temporary Sergeant 22 Jul 1943. Served in 2 NZEF in the Pacific campaign in the Treasury Islands. Embarked 27 May 1943 to serve with 38 Fd Regt and was promoted Sergeant 23 Aug 1943 and to Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 22 Nov 1943. Sergeant Eric Brown was Mentioned in Despatches for his “…sterling work obtaining barges, collecting men to load them and ferry guns and equipment and for his work on the beaches and on subsequent days.” RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 8 Jun 1944. Discharged Wellington 14 Jul 1944. Storeman for National Carbon Co, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. M/I Waiouru Camp 12 Sep 1950. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Oct, to Temporary Sergeant 7 Nov 1950 and to Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while holding appointment of Troop Sergeant Major on 4 Dec 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served with 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 13 Nov 1951 and discharged 1 Dec 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 11 Apr 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll (Furlough). Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 May–23 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952 and deplaned Wellington 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Six weeks later re-embarked for Korea on 30 Oct 1952. Deplaned Iwakuni 2 Nov 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 7 Nov and re-entered Korea 8 Nov 1952. Posted to NZ Reinf Training Unit from 16 Fd Regt 30 Jun 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 22–28 Aug 1953. Posted back to 16 Fd Regt 16 Oct 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 31 Jan 1954. RTNZ as Warrant Officer 1st Class passenger, one of 17 who embarked Sasebo on 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ and travelled via Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Suva. Disembarked Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jun 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal (with MID), NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Wellington 31 Jan 1965 aged 49 years. His family may claim for his NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Frederick | 15415 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whangarei 6 Mar 1938. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 26 May 1955 as a Junior Recruit. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and Philomel and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class 20 Oct 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 1 Feb 1956. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 6 Sep 1956. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. RTNZ 20 May 1958. Served briefly in Tamaki and was then drafted to Philomel 14 Oct 1958–5 Feb 1961. Drafted to Pukaki 16 Feb 1961–22 Oct 1962 and afterwards served in Philomel until DEE 5 Mar 1964. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 8 Jan 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) NZDSM and PJM. May have died in Whangarei. |
| BROWN, Garth (Brownie) | 31336 | Staff Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 15/06/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Whangarei 19 Nov 1927. Took discharge from Regular Force to enlist in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Vehicle Mechanic served in 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment (LAD) and 28 Field Engineer Regiment (UK) LAD. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 275 days. SOS Kayforce and discharged 27 Jun 1953. Joined Territorial Force and served for 3–4 years in 6 Light Anti-Aircraft LAD. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.351 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Otahuhu, Auckland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Western Australia in 2004. |
| BROWN, Garvin Arthur | 206128 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Whanganui 9 May 1928. Employed as an accounts clerk for John Duthie & Co Ltd, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Attended OCTU Selection Board Trentham 5–9 Sep 1950. Also spent time at Linton and Waiouru. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Oct 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Travelled vi Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to NZ Reinf Training Unit to attend Technical Assistant Course 4 Oct 1951. CTBA attached NZ Reinf Training Unit 13 Nov 1951. To be Temporary Lance Bombardier while appointed Technical Assistant 29 Jan 1952. Attached NZ Base HQ to attend Brit Com Sports 18–25 May 1952. Had several items stolen from Base Kit Store in Japan and received compensation for those items. TSFD NZ Roll 17 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Sep 1952. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Henry Alwin Batt | 15842 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Tahoraiti, near Dannevirke, 25 Apr 1940. Employed as a tradesman’s assistant (trade not known) before he entered the RNZN on 17 May 1956 as Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 21 Nov 1956 and to Junior Seaman 17 Feb 1957. Drafted to Royalist 6 May 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. Drafted to Pukaki 25 Oct 1958–18 Jan 1959 and then to Black Prince 19 Jan 1959. Discharged SNLR 15 Apr 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BROWN, Henry Peter (FLAHERTY) | 690265 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/11/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Liverpool, UK, 2 May 1930. Labourer for Wellington Harbour Board before attesting in Kayforce on 1 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Nov 1953 and entered Korea the next day. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 4 Dec 1953. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation, ceased to be attached 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarks Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia and comes back via Brisbane and by air from Brisbane or Sydney to deplane Auckland from Teal flight 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 7 days. SOS Kayforce 7 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded the UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). In mid-May 1955 he was charged with deserting in Jun 1952, from SS Rangitoto, which was at Auckland. Army was asked if there was anything in his army record that could be said in his favour in opposing his deportation. Outcome is unknown. |
| BROWN, Hone Te Herewini | 459344 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/03/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Te Hapua, Northland, 5 Dec 1930. Fireman for NZ Railways at Frankton. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 18 Mar 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Then flew on by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. His entry to Korea and posting to 16 Fd Regt was delayed 15 Jun 1953 for not adhering to written orders. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Attached FAP 1 Warwickshire Regt 8–14 Nov 1953 and again 22 Nov–3 Dec 1953. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 14 Feb–1 Mar 1954. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 4 Apr 1954 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hospital, Kure, Japan. AWOL from hospital twice during Jun 1954. Returned to Hospital and was discharged to NZ Base HQ, Kure 5 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier three times and was 2i/c gun and to Temporary Bombardier to be i/c Gun but was not able to hold onto this rank and came home as a Gunner. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU 26 Jul 1954. Failed to comply with military discipline on several occasions This final time being reduced to Gunner. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 210 days. SOS Kayforce and posted to 1 Northland Regt (TF unit) on 8 Jan 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.353 was sent to Te Hapua, Northland 1 Feb 1957. Died Whangarei 13 May 1990 aged 59 years, buried at Maretu Te Hapua. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, James | 30275 | Captain | Attached 8 Hussars | RNZAC | 15/06/2051 | 03/11/2052 | Born Christchurch 15 Aug 1925. Enlisted in the Army in Jan 1945 and was a cadet at the Royal Military College Duntroon. Graduated from RMC Duntroon as Lieutenant 9 Dec 1947. Regular Force Officer. After graduation he served in BCOF, Japan with 2 NZ Div Cavalry and 3 Battalion at Yamaguchi. Emplaned 15 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Attached to 8th King's Royal Irish Hussars as Lieutenant OC 1 Troop, B Sqn, 8 KRIH. 8KRIH was equipped with Mk VII Centurion Tanks and was involved with close support for 3 Royal Australian Regiment, commanded by New Zealand-born Lieutenant Colonel Frank Hassett. Appointed G3 Liaison Officer, 28 Commonwealth Brigade, in Dec 1951. Promoted Captain, 11 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Oct 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 3 Nov 1952. SOS Kayforce and re-posted to Regular Force. Was also Comptroller of the Household, Government House, Wellington, and New Zealand Instructor at the RMC Duntroon 6 Dec 1962–19 Dec 1965. Continued to serve in RNZAC. Commanding Officer Linton Military Camp circa 1968. Later promoted Lieutenant Colonel and retired on 2 Sep 1971. Awarded 1939–45 Defence Medal, 1939–45 War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Palmerston North circa 1990. Later Colonel Commandant RNZ Armoured Corps with honorary rank of Colonel with C.V.O. Living in Waikanae 2004. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died peacefully at Huntleigh Hospital, Karori, Wellington, 14 Jul 2020 aged 94 years. Buried Waikanae Services Cemetery. |
| BROWN, James Conway | 206660 | Captain | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 14/05/2052 | 27/11/2054 | Born Wellington 9 Apr 1927. Employed as an exchange operator for NZ Post & Telegraph Department Wellington. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Later commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 1 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant while employed as OC, H Troop 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, 1 Mar 1953. Promoted Captain, 20 Mar 1954. Appointed MBE (Mil) QB Hons, in recognition of services in Korea during the period 28 Jul 1953 to 31 Jan 1954 (London Gazette, 1 Jun 1954). Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 198 days. SOS Emergency Force 13 Jan 1955 and posted to the Regular Force (RNZAC) with the rank of Lieutenant (on probation) 14 Jan 1955. Granted a Long Service Regular Commission 14 Jan 1955. Served in the RNZAC Depot then appointed Adjutant 4 Armd Regt 18 Oct 1956. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Nov 1961 for Singapore and served in HQ 28 Comwel Bde, Terendak Camp Malaya 28 Nov 1961. Emplaned Singapore 23 Jan 1963 bound for London to attend for 3rd Div Emplaning course 27 Jan–8 Feb 1963. Also in the Aden protectorate 24 Jan–24 Feb 1964. Appointed OC 1 Armd Sqn (Queen Alexandra’s) 15 Aug 1964–31 Oct 1966. Emplaned Whenuapai 12 Nov 1966 and deplaned Tan Son Nhut 18 Nov 1966 and appointed DAAQMG HQ NZ V Force, Saigon. Emplaned Tan Son Nhut, Saigon, 16 Dec 1968 for RTNZ and deplaned from Air NZ Flight TE 702 at Mangare Airport, Auckland. Posted to retired List (Jul 1969). Retired as Major, Home Command X List, 9 Jul 1969. Awarded Korea Medal UN Korea Medal, Vietnam Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Died Manurewa 26 May 2000 aged 73 years. Buried Servicemen's Section Manukau Lawn Cemetery. Later awarded NZOSM, KWSM and PJM. |
| BROWN, John | 204338 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/06/2052 | 03/03/2054 | Born Ashburton 19 Feb 1920. Employed as a shearer but had no fixed employer but was living at Warkworth, Northland. Previous service in NZ with 2 NZEF, 37 Bn and Territorial Force (NZ Scottish). Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and flew on by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan arriving 18 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Had some problems with health and was admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp Jul and Aug 1952 and again in Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 6Jul 1953 as a cook to Lance Corporal 6 Oct 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 27 Feb 1954. Served overseas one year 261 days. Discharged 5 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. It is not known if he claimed War Medal and NZ War Service Medal for his WWII Home Service. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin, 16 Aug 1975 aged 55 years. Buried at Andersons Bay. |
| BROWN, Keith Claude | 207132 | Gunner | 161Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 14/06/2052 | Born Dunedin 9 Jan 1930. Signal erector for NZ Railways at Dunedin. Ex Territorial Force. Served in C Troop, 1 Heavy Mortar Bty, then in RNZASC. Enlisted 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for Japan. Disembarked Kure, 18 Mar 1952. Attended RA Signals course at CATC, Hiro, Japan before entering Korea on 27 Apr 1952. Served in 161 Bty. Was in a Forward Observation Post for Canadian and Australian Artillery. Battle casualty reported wounded at Hill 315 and lost use of his hand. Emplaned Japan 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ (medical evacuation) by air via Guam and Australia to undergo further specialist medical treatment. His left forearm and hand were amputated in New Zealand. Deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flying boat. Served overseas 136 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Oct 1952. Discharge Cert No.355 was sent to an address in Dunedin 1 Feb 1957. After hospital treatment initially returned to his father’s home address in Dunedin. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM with two clasps. Died Blenheim 15 Sep 2015 aged 85 years. Buried in Dunedin. |
| BROWN, Kenneth Stanley | 206661 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 01/09/2053 | Born Wellington 25 Jul 1929. Employed in the building trade by Mr F. Cruchow of Miramar, Wellington. Attested 10 Jan 1952 for service in Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for course of instruction 1–22 Feb 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Jul 1952 but reverted to Gunner 24 Sep 1952. Admitted 22 Jul 1953 to 60 Indian Fd Amb battle casualty wounded 21 Jul 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Aug 1953 emplaned Iwakuni 22 Aug 1953 for RTNZ as medical walking case. Deplaned Wellington 1 Sep 1953 and was attached FAP Area 5 HQ Wellington which was to arrange immediate orthopaedic treatment for him. Served overseas in Korea one year 124 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Oct 1954. When again well he became a roof tiler. Kayforce Discharge Cert sent to Wellington 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 and embarked 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore 15 Dec and M/I Nee Soon Garrison. M/O for Nyassa Camp, Ipoh, 12 Feb 1958. M/O to Sungei Kluang Camp 3 Mar 1958. Also served in HQ Coy, 1 NZ Regt, Taiping, 1957–59. Embarked TSS Captain Cook Penang 25 Nov 1959 for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. He was to be posted and TSFD to 16 Fd Regt Papakura 2 Mar 1960 but he took his discharge on payment and was TSFD to the Regular Force reserve on 29 Feb 1960. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Leonard Francis (Brownie) | 203925 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born Stratford, Taranaki 28 Oct 1928. Employed as a driver for L. Marsh & Sons, carriers at Te Awamutu. Attested in Jayforce 18 Mar 1947 entered camp 26 Mar 1957 but was discharged 66 days later on 30 May 1947. Attested in KMB 9 Sep 1950. Underwent training at Papakura and Waiouru camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Lost by neglect a weapon issued to him (P.I.A.T. No.281) Fined £1 and his pay was placed under stoppage to amount of £10 towards cost of replacement. Photographed serving “left-over chow” to two Korean boys. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 26 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jun 1952. Died Te Awamutu, 25 Jan 2005 aged 76 years. Also awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Mati | 14245 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Putaruru 10 Dec 1934. Apprenticed painter before joining the RNZN 22 May 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Black Prince 16 Mar–19 Nov 1953. His next ship was Bellona to which he was drafted as an Able Seaman on 20 Nov 1953 to 2 May 1955. From a large ship he was moved to P3551 (also known as HMNZS Mako) a Harbour Defence Motor Launch 3 Mar 1955 to 31 Jan 1956. He then returned to Philomel before being drafted to Royalist 8 May 1957. Served in this ship during the Second Commission when it visited Malayan, Japanese and Korean waters. On RTNZ was drafted to Black Prince 10 Sep 1958 to 25 Aug 1959. His final sea service was in Kaniere 26 Aug–27 Oct 1960. DEE 9 Dec 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| BROWN, Neville James Vincent | 13471 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Te Kuiti 3 Jun 1934. Canvas worker before joining RNZN 28 Sep 1950. Enlisted in RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as Boy 2nd Class. Received his initial training in Tamaki. Served in Bellona (cruiser) 15 Aug–16 Dec 1951 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 13 Dec 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 Dec 1951. Sailed from Auckland for Korea 7 Jan 1952 and served mainly on the west coast Korean waters. Promoted Able Seaman on the return journey to NZ. Returned to Auckland on 19 Mar 1953. Later served in Lachlan. Discharged 9 Oct 1954. Died suddenly at his home in Taupo, 9 Sep 1995 aged 61 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Percy | 204524 | Signalman | Div Sigs, H Troop | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | See IWIHORA, Teriwhero Percy. |
| BROWN, Robert Alexander | 204048 | Signalman | Div Sigs, H Troop | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Auckland 23 Jun 1929. Farm worker brought up on the Manukau Peninsula. Enlisted circa Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 30 Aug 1951. Before going to Korea spent some time with an Australian Signals unit in Hiro, Japan. Div Sigs, H Troop (Wireless Troop) HQ RA. Was involved with the Artillery net linking all Commonwealth Artillery units. Also spent a period as UK Royal Arty Brigadier's radio operator. Last three months was involved as Liaison Contact with American 155 'Long Tom' battery attached to Comwel Div. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharge Cert sent to Waiuku 1 Feb 1957. Far North NZ KVA Branch President 2004. |
| BROWN, Ronald Francis | 203891 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 30/06/2051 | Previous service in Merchant Navy. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and entered camp the same day. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Sigs Troop. Emplaned Iwakuni ETD 25 Jun 1951 as a surgical walking evacuee for RTNZ and arrived Auckland on 30 Jun 1951. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Sep 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals sent to Eden Terrace, Auckland. Died 24 Aug 1992 and is buried Wainuiomata. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Ronald William | 338731 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born London, England on 10 Mar 1932. Employed as a clerk by Shell Oil Co Ltd of NZ at Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce on 30 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and flew by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan. Entered Japan on 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA on 28 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt on the same day. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 17 Jan–28 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 14 Apr 1954. Ceased to be Attached ATC Inchon and M/I 16 Fd Regt 28 Feb 1954. Promoted to Temporary Bombardier 13 Jul 1954 and to Temporary Sergeant on 14 Aug 1954 and to Sergeant on 13 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft to deplane Auckland 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 4 days. Discharged 18 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.358 sent to Auckland 1 Feb 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BROWN, Russell John | 206131 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Wellington 11 Apr 1925. Served in the home defence forces Apr 1945-Mar 1946. He held the Service No 642428 during this period and served in the Army School at Trentham and in Army HQ. Reached the rank of Temporary Sergeant in the period of service. Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a salesman for Levin & Co Ltd, Wellington. Came from Rongotai, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in NZ on 4 Oct 1950. Posted to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Served in 162 Bty shown by a small note with his signature on a Military Pay form. Served during one of the heaviest periods of fighting. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 (RTNZ Roll No.67) for RTNZ and deplaned in Wellington 6 Jun 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 199 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jul 1952 and returned to Rongotai, Wellington. Died New Plymouth 2 May 1982 aged 57 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Stanley Bruce | 206446 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Thames, Waikato, on 11 Jul 1928. Previous service in RNZAF for two years as an Aircraftman 1st Class. Employed as a costing clerk for Kodak (Photography) in Wellington. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force in Wellington. Ceased to be attached to Linton and TSFD to OCTU in Trentham 21 Jun 1951. Posted to Kayforce X List while attending OCTU Completed OCTU at Army School Trentham, TSFD to RNZASC to complete Corps Training. Embarked Wellington 20 Aug 1951 as a Driver on Teal flying boat to Brisbane. He may have caught up with and boarded TSS Wahine at Brisbane. Wahine ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island reef, north of Darwin. After rescue all on board were taken by the tanker Stanvac Karachi to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, Darwin. Emplaned on Qantas and flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 6 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 and travelled the two/three-day boat trip Pusan disembarking Pusan, Korea on 10 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1951. Attached FAP to Div HQ NZ Tpt Pl 13 Jan 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 13 May 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from Div HQ Tpt Pl and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed his return journey and deplaned Auckland 4 Mar 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 128 days. Discharged 30 Apr 1953. Discharge Cert sent to an address in Karangahake, via Paeroa on 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Stanley Lloyd (alias BRUCE) | 11607 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born New Plymouth 19 Jan 1930. Employed as a tractor driver before he entered the RNZN 9 Oct 1947 under the surname of BRUCE as shown on his birth certificate. Should have been under the name of his adopted parents BROWN which was effective from 15 Dec 1943. This was corrected four months after he enlisted. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and Philomel. Served in Bellona (cruiser) and also in Motor Launch 1183 and then in P3551. Drafted to Hawea 16 May 1952–29 Oct 1953 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 18 Jan 1954. Posted to RNZ Naval Reserve 16 Jan 1954. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living Whangaparaoa 2002. Died Orewa, 8 Jan 2011. |
| BROWN, Stanley Owen | 208471 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 27/05/2054 | 07/06/2055 | Born Waihi 3 Mar 1924. Came from Waikino, between Waihi and Paeroa. Previous service in the NZ Heavy Artillery 1942 in 64 Bty at Whangaparaoa as gun-layer and then in the RNZAF (3 years four months) as a clerk and cook and was discharged on Demobilisation. Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Embarked for service in Jayforce 30 Jul 1946 (BCOF Japan, Corporal, 624069, NZ Army Medical Corps.) RTNZ on 27 Aug 1947. Employed as Post & Telegraph clerk at Paeroa and Waikino. Enlisted 9 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Posted to Active Service at Burnham Camp on 1 Apr 1952. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Dec 1952. There is a gap between 27 May 1952–30 Jan 1953 when he was posted to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jan 1954 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Auckland 6 Jan 1954. Emplaned six weeks later, on a Teal flight once again to Sydney 10 Feb 1954 and returned to Korea. Posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Promoted Temporary Sergeant on 22 Nov 1954 and to Sergeant on 4 Apr 1955. Embarked Kure, Japan on 9 May 1955 and sailed in SS Yunnan for Australia. Completed the RTNZ in SS Monowai from Sydney to disembark Wellington 7 Jun 1955. Served in Korea two years 243 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1955. Joined Regular Force on 8 Sep 1955 on an eight-year term. Tried to get a catering position in Melbourne and requested his discharge. Killed in an accident in Australia on 28 Nov 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, Taame | 204049 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Te Teko, Whakatane on 4 Aug 1927. Employed as a platelayer for the NZ Railways before he enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in the Kayforce Expansion Force. Training for his time in Korea was conducted mainly in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 1 Sep. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea on 22 Nov 1951. Had some problems adhering to military discipline and received Detention to be served in 25 Canadian Detention Barracks and forfeited 28 days Pay on 2 Jun 1952. Released and returned to unit. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland at 4.15 p.m. on 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 243 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Whakatane on 3 Oct 1960 aged 33 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BROWN, William Joseph | 11800 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Balclutha 17 Apr 1918. Engineer's apprentice before joining the Naval Volunteer Reserve (New Zealand Division) in Dec 1938 with Service No 7356. Rated Signaller on 12 Dec 1928. The largest part of his wartime service was in minesweepers. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. He was also involved in Minesweeping and was awarded the Naval GSM with clasp ‘Minesweeping’ (period not stated–possibly ‘Minesweeping 1945-1951’). First appointed to the RNZN on 1 Jun 1946. Served in Achilles 17 Jul–6 Oct 1946 when that ship was returned to the UK. Served in HMS Loch invar and HMS Birmingham before finally arriving back in New Zealand. Served in Bellona Mar 1948–Feb 1949. Drafted to Pukaki 18 Jan 1950 until 4 Dec 1950. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 During this time he served in Korean waters mainly on the west coast 3 Jul–3 Dec 1950. Promoted Lieutenant Commander 17 Apr 1950. RTNZ and arrived at Auckland 2 Dec 1950. Served at Philomel until he was appointed 1st Lieutenant (still in the rank of Lieutenant Commander) on board Hawea 8 Jul 1952 to 30 Sep 1953 on the second deployment to Korean waters. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 and RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953. On RTNZ he was appointed additional as Staff Officer to Otago Division, RNZNVR. Later served in Black Prince, Kiwi, returned to Hawea and was in command from 10 Apr 1956 to 14 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Black Prince again before being appointed to command Rotoiti on 18 Feb to 18 Aug 1957. Appointed to Wakefield in Wellington from 19 Aug 1957 to 7 Jun 1950 and was then the Executive Officer in Black Prince on 1 Sep 1960 he was appointed to command the ship. He was attached temporarily to the Union Steam Ship Company of NZ Ltd from 4 Apr–10 Jul 1961. His remaining service was ashore and he was placed on the Retired List 17 Apr 1963. Died Devonport, Auckland, 27 Jul 2008 aged 90 years. |
| BROWNE, Anthony Ainger | 14296 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born West Chiltington, Sussex, UK, on 29 Aug 1928. Royal Navy officer on loan to the RNZN. Attended Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, HMS Excellent for Sub-Lieutenant courses and then to the Royal Naval College, Greenwich. Served in HMS Belfast (cruiser, now moored on the River Thames at London), HMS Ulster (Royal Navy U-class destroyer), HMS Magpie (sloop, later commanded by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh) and HMS Welfare (Algerine-class minesweeper). Loaned to RNZN at Maori (London) 9 Jun 1952. 14296 is RNZN service Number. Arrived Philomel 13 Jun 1952. Appointed to Hawea 20 Jul 1952 and served in that ship until 14 Sep 1953. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ and arrived at Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Sailed from Auckland in early 1954 in time for him to complete the Long Communications Course in March once he arrived back in the UK. Awarded Korea and UN Korean Medals. As his Korean service was in the RNZN he was entitled to the NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BROWNE, Frank Percival | 211084 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Wellington 4 Sep 1928. Shearer for Mr Coulson of Masterton. Enlisted 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and travelled on by either Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 and remained in Japan for nearly one month. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 16 Sep 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Stayed with Div HQ Tpt Platoon until 3 Jul 1954 when he was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 225 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jun 1955. Discharge Cert sent to Masterton 1 Feb 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Died Carterton 7 Jan 1986 aged 57 years. Buried Clareville, Wairarapa. |
| BROWNE, Morris Clinton | 206662 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Wellington 4 Sep 1928. Farm labourer and herd tester at Inglewood, Taranaki. Enlisted 10 Jan as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 1 May 1952 on Teal flying boat Ararangi at bound for Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served as far north as Seoul and he was there from 19 Nov to 9 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Feb 1954 and posted to TF unit (1 Bn Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.361 sent to Inglewood 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living near Blenheim circa 2000. Died Blenheim 16 Jan 2006 aged 77 years. |
| BROWNE, Robert George | 203726 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Matamata 10 Aug 1927. Grocer at Rotorua before joining the RNZAF. Served briefly in the RNZAF from 27 Aug 1949 to 7 Mar 1950 (Service No 73867) as an Aircraftman 2nd Class equipment storeman. Tractor driver for Hickson's Timber Impregnation NZ Ltd', Onehunga. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served as a Driver in 163 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Attended Technical Assistant’s Course 11 Dec 1951–27 Jan 1952 at 1 CATC, Hiro Japan. Took four days to travel to the course from 16 Fd Regt and two-days to return. Attached 10 NZ Tpt Coy 10–17 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1952. Died Christchurch on 25 Oct 1981 aged 53 years. |
| BROWNE, Ronald Norman | 818678 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/02/2056 | 12/08/2057 | Born Christchurch 21 Apr 1934. He was a milk treatment employee for W. Wright Christchurch. Attested 14 Oct 1955 in Kayforce. Training for Korea was completed in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZASC on 1 Nov 1955. Posted to Active Service 7 Dec 1955 and then went on final leave. Emplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan. M/I to Brit Com Sub Area at Tokyo on deplanement in Japan 24 Feb 1956. M/O from Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo to NZ Base HQ on 26 Feb 1956, M/I to NZ Base HQ and was posted to RNZASC on 29 Feb 1956. He then served in 10 Tpt Coy and was posted to NZ Tpt Pl as a clerk. TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Jul 1957. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Whenuapai on 12 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 176 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Sep 1957 and posted to a TF unit Class ‘A’ Reserve. Died Christchurch 25 Jun 1981 aged 47 years, buried at Yaldhurst. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BROWNE, Sidney Eric | 206858 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born New Plymouth 7 Feb 1925. Came from Wellington. Previous service in RNZAF for eight months in the rank of Leading Aircraftman and with Service No 451043. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Returned to his home at Ratuhu, South Taranaki. Was training to be a NZ Railways engine driver at Wellington before enlistment on 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney then carried on by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty, RNZA 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Sep 1953 and appointed Troop vehicle mechanic in Bty HQ. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 10 Feb 1954 and appointed vehicle mechanic. Promoted Bombardier 19 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 23 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 291 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 Aug 1954. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Lower Hutt 7 Jul 2011 aged 86 years. |
| BROWNE, William Campbell Franklin | 208472 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Born Wellington 18 Sep 1930. Came from Lower Hutt. Previous service in RNZAF in 1949 but was discharged as unsuitable. Employed by Boracure Ltd, Timaru. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Auckland 17 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by civil air to Japan via Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. And served in 161 Bty. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Wellington 5 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Expected time of arrival was 7.30am. Applied for second tour to Korea but this application was declined. Discharged from Kayforce 11 May 1954. Became a schoolteacher at Hutt Valley Technical College. Joined Regular Force, 27 Oct 1959. In 1961 posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt at Papakura Camp. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 18 Apr 1962 while holding appointment of Battery Clerk. Served in NSTU at Waiouru and was then appointed Sergeant Clerk at RF Depot Waiouru. Also served in South Vietnam from 10 Jan 1966 with 161 Bty (Pay and Postal Clerk) and was also attached to HQ NZ V Force Saigon. Emplaned Tan Son Nhut 1 Apr 1966 for RTNZ. Clerk at HQ Linton Army Area circa 1969 and changed corps to RNZEME. Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class, 29 Apr 1975. Posted to Otago Southland Army Area, Dunedin, 3 Jul 1975. Discharged from Army 12 Feb 1977. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Medals were in National Army Museum in England but are now in private collection in New Zealand. Was Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM, NZGSM (V) and KWSM. |
| BROWNE, William Kenneth (Ken or Brownie) | 12444 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Waihi 23 Jun 1929. Fitter & Turner before joining the Navy. Enlisted in RNZN 30 Sep 1948. First sea service was in Hawea. Also served in Bellona and Lachlan before being drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953. Served in Kaniere under the command of Lieutenant Commander Carr when the ship was mainly assigned to tasks on the Korean west coast. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. DEE 29 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in the NZ Army 17 Jan 1955 and took up the trade of P& RT Instructor. Posted to 1 Bn NZ Regt in Malaya on 4 Aug 1957 and emplaned on Teal aircraft at Whenuapai 24 Oct 1957. Deplaned Singapore 25 Oct 1957. Was at Nee Soon Camp, Kota Tinggi and Nyassa Camp. Completed Jungle Warfare Course & Tracking course. Emplaned Changi 26 Nov 1958 for RTNZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai 28 Nov 1958. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Posted to HQ Papakura Camp. Posted to HQ Waiouru Camp 4 May 1960 then to National Service Training Unit. Promoted Sergeant 4 May 1960. Reclassified PRT Instructor 3 Star 11 Nov 1960. Emplaned 12 Feb 1964 for service in Malaya. Gurr’s Battalion. B Company. Served on Thai Border operations 5 Apr 16 May 1964. Also served on operations in Labis and Pontian. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 12 Feb 1965. Posted to East Malaysia (Sarawak) 7 May–23 Oct 1965. RTNZ deplaning Whenuapai 13 Dec 1965. Awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’. Attended Regulating Petty Officer Selection course and was posted to NZ Ranger Sqn 12 Mar 1966. Staff Sergeant 4 Det 1 NZ Ranger Squadron in East Malaysia 10 Jun–31 Aug 1966. Deplaned Whenuapai 7 Sep 1966. Appointed Warrant Officer 2nd Class Physical Training Instructor (PTI), Manawatu Army Area, Linton Camp, Jun 1969. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class, Physical Training Instructor at Papakura Camp. Retired 23 Jun 1979. Keen sportsman and badminton player. Discharged having completed 24 years’ service. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ GSM (Warlike) clasp ‘Malaya 1960–64’ and KWSM. Living in Papakura in 2002. |
| BROWNLIE, Peter Joseph | 208659 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Wairoa 18 Mar 1928. Self-employed farmer from Wairoa, East Coast. Enlisted 19 Mar 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by chartered aircraft. Deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 1 Sep 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 1 Sep 1952. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Attached FAP HQ RASC NCO School 12 Apr to 2 May 1953 (where he was 9th out of a class of 23) then returned to B Platoon, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 11 May 1953 and appointed Section 2i/c, promoted Temporary Corporal 10 Aug 1953 and appointed Section Commander. Promoted Corporal 30 Oct 1953 and to Temporary Sergeant 15 Jan 1964 and appointed Transport Sergeant. Promoted Sergeant 21 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 247 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Remained on strength of Kayforce while undergoing medical treatment at Wairoa and at the Gisborne Public Hospital for recurrent dislocation of his shoulder joint. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jan 1955. Died 21 Nov 2010 Wairoa? aged 82 years. |
| BROWNLIE, Ronald James | 12920 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Gore on 14 Apr 1930. Employed as a Grocer’s assistant before he entered the RNZN on 3 Feb 1949 as a Probationary Stores Assistant (PBA). Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Stores Assistant 3 Nov 1949. Drafted to Lachlan 15 Sep 1950–10 Sep 1951. Served in Philomel 11 Jul–22 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 28 Dec 1953. RTNZ and arrived in Auckland 19 Mar 1953. Drafted to Bellona 4 Aug 1953–18 Feb 1954. His final service was in Philomel 19 Feb 1954 until DEE 2 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Went back to the trade of Grocer. |
| BRUCE, John Gilbert | 15492 | Cook (Officers) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch 13 Aug 1938. Garage attendant after leaving Timaru Boys High School. Enlisted in the RNZN 13 Oct 1955 and was granted the rate of Junior Assistant Cook 2nd Class. Served at Philomel or Tamaki and progressed through the ratings until reaching Cook (Officers) on 13 Feb 1957. Drafted to Royalist 26 Mar 1957–2 Sep 1959 and was in that ship when it served briefly in Korean waters 8 Oct–11 Nov 1957. Spent seven months in Tamaki until being drafted again to Royalist on 12 Apr 1960. Advanced to Leading Cook (Officers) 7 Jun 1960. Also served in Otago 25 Jan 1963–29 Jan 1964 and later in Endeavour. Advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Officers) 3 Apr 1967. During this latter appointment he produced at short notice a full meal for members of the Defence Council and their reps and the Admiral in Charge of Deepfreeze, RAdm Abbot at McMurdo. DEE 12 Aug 1968. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| BRUERE, Derek Colby | 207845 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Christchurch 1 May 1924. Previous service in the Army (Service No 445598) in Canterbury Yeomanry Corps then 1 Armoured Fighting Vehicle Regt for 16 months then joined the RNZAF 20 Feb 1943 as a potential Air Gunner with the Service No 432237. Served overseas on Norfolk Island for one year and nine days. Discharged 16 Nov 1945. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Driver for J.M. Kennedy, Totara Flat, Westland. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Was involved in much heavy fighting and artillery bombardments including the battle of Kapyong 22–25 Apr 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 25 Jul 1951, TSFD to the Norwegian MASH and was then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure Japan with sprained and twisted right knee. Discharged from Hospital 3 Sep 1951 and then M/I to NZ Reinforcement Training Unit. Re-posted to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Sep 1952. Died Reefton 8 Jul 1992. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BRUNTON, David John (Jack) | 33586 | Sergeant | Attached 1 RTR | RNZAC | 06/05/2053 | 09/06/2054 | Born Greymouth 6 Nov 1928. Came from Ashburton. Attested in the Army 21 Jul 1949. Regular Force Instructor RNZAC selected for secondment to 6th Reinforcements as an 'Operator Wireless and Line' attached to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas or BCPA via Port Moresby, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 9 May 1953. A number of RNZAC personnel were given the opportunity to serve with British armoured units. Attached to 1 and 5 Royal Tank Regiments, British Army while in Korea. First two weeks served with Div Signals Regiment. With 1 RTR at Yong Dong and the Hook. With 5 RTR at Gloucester Valley. Played Rugby for the Brits against 16 Fd Regt and 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Japan 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 9 Jun 1954. SOS Kayforce 19 Jul 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class. Quartermaster commission 1966. Posted to 1 RNZIR in Singapore as Quartermaster 1971–1973 (an Infantryman for a couple of years). Later Major & Quartermaster at Canterbury Army Area, Christchurch, 5 Dec 1973–6 Nov 1975. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, LS&GC Medal (Military) and KWSM. Civil Defence Officer for Canterbury Region for 10 years, then Secretary Manager of the Templeton Golf Club for four years. Living in Christchurch 2004. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Christchurch 31 Jul 2020 aged 91 years. |
| BRUSH, Arthur Alexander Howard | 1650 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2056 | 04/07/2057 | Born Ohakune 20 Apr 1923. Enlisted in the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy 15 Oct 1938 as Boy 2nd Class at Philomel. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 22 Apr 1939. Drafted to HMS Achilles 29 Aug 1939 and four months later was involved in the Battle of the River Plate on 13 Dec 1939. This battle is significant as it was the first time the current New Zealand Flag was flown in battle from HMS Achilles. On return to NZ Arthur was in the Victory Parade in Auckland and after a short stay at Philomel (while the ship was under refit) returned to serve again in HMS Achilles. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 20 Apr 1941 and to Able Seaman 19 Dec 1941. Drafted to HMNZS Killegray (a minesweeper) 28 Dec 1942 until 29 Oct 1943. Also served again in the now HMNZS Achilles and went in that ship to the UK for significant repairs. Also served at HMS Drake and then to HMNZS Leander. Back in New Zealand he served between HMNZS Philomel and Tamaki 13 Sep 1945–16 Apr 1946. Drafted to HMNZS Achilles and went with that ship to the UK to return the vessel to the RN. For his WWII service he was awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Arthur Brush was now a Petty Officer. Spent time at Cook III, HMS Pembroke (where he took and Anti-aircraft Gunnery course) between 18 Sep 1946 and 24 Feb 1947. His next sea service was in Arbutus and went back to the UK again in that ship to attend a Gunnery Instructors Course. He then served in Bellona on two occasions. Drafted to Royalist 6 Feb 1957. Served in the Second Commission of Royalist in Japanese, Korean and Malaysian waters May 1956 to Jul 1957. This deployment later saw the awards of the NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) the NGSM (M) and PJM. Chief Petty Officer BRUSH was awarded the British Empire Medal in NY Hons 1959. Discharged to RA on 27 Mar 1960. |
| BRUTON, Peter Benjamin | 817564 | Cook (Officers) | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Christchurch 26 Sep 1931. Employed as a tailor before he entered the RNZN 5 Nov 1952 as an Assistant Cook (Officers). Served in Philomel 25 Nov 1952–2 Aug 1953. Advanced to Cook (Officers) 11 Jul 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 3 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 ship for service in Korean waters. RTNZ 24 Sep 1954 but he remained in this ship until 23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Philomel 24 Feb–5 Jul 1955. Served briefly in Bellona and was then drafted to Black Prince 15 Sep 1955. Discharged 12 Oct 1955 unsuitable. Awarded UN Korea Medal only. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BRYAN, George Amor | 330492 | Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 11 Mar 1931. He was a student at Auckland University College before he entered the RNZN 5 Nov 1952 as a Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was then sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 28 Dec 1952 to 7 Dec 1953. RTNZ and to Philomel 8 Dec 1953 and then to Lachlan eight days later on 16 Dec 1953 to 4 Mar 1954. He then served in Irirangi 5 Mar 1954–15 Mar 1956. Advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 11 Jun 1955. Drafted to Hawea 16 Mar 1956–14 Feb 1957 then to Black Prince 15 Feb–3 Apr 1957. Drafted 4 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. On RTNZ he served in Philomel, Wakefield and was DEE from Philomel on 25 Oct 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BRYAN, Samuel | 784406 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Tokomaru Bay, East Coast 24 Mar 1929. Freezing Worker at Nelson Freezing Works. Enlisted 15 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Japan via Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battery not known. Had several difficulties adhering to Military Law. Embarked HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed the journey from Sydney under escort to NZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaning at Harewood 20 Nov 1954 and was then sent to Ardmore. Served overseas one year 115 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Feb 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was sent 1 Feb 1957 to Rai Valley, Marlborough but was returned to Base Records where it remains. |
| BRYAN, Witeri Riki | 204585 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Katikati 11 Jul 1930. Four and a half years previous service in the RNZN (Service No 12062) and reached the rate of Able Seaman. Labourer at Frankton. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Was with Lance Corporal R.T. Askew on a task taking the CO to Seoul when Driver Bryan walked under a tree and a twig pierced his ear. Later evacuated from Korea to Japan and admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15 Sep to 9 Oct 1953 with acute appendicitis. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland. Served overseas one year 336 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were lost and replaced at cost circa 1990. Discharge Cert No.368 was sent to Tauranga 1 Feb 1957. Enlisted in NZ SAS Jun 1955 but was discharged on 14 Jul 1955. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BRYANT, Frederick Arthur | 211235 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/10/2053 | 12/02/2054 | Born Palmerston North 13 Jan 1932. Seaman with the Union Steamship Company for four and a half years. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements 22 Apr 1953. Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and onward to Japan by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct 1953 and was posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Oct 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Admitted 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station 8 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Feb 1954 for RTNZ for medical reasons. Deplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1952. Served overseas 116 days. Discharged 7 Apr 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| BRYANT, Graham Colin (Joc) | 644664 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZEME | 20/04/2054 | 02/06/2055 | Born Halcombe (near Feilding) 23 Dec 1932. Welder for International Harvester Company in Palmerston North. Enlisted 9 Dec 1953 in Kayforce 13th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 16 Fd Regt LAD. Also served in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight from Iwakuni to Australia. Deplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 44 days. Discharged 16 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Discharge Cert No.370 sent to Palmerston North 1 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Palmerston North in 2002. Died Palmerston North 3 Jul 2021 aged 89 years. |
| BRYANT, Kenneth Charles | 15018 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dunedin 6 Jan 1938. Apprentice baker. Enlisted in the RNZN 4 Feb 1954 as Boy 2nd Class. His basic training was conducted in Tamaki. Drafted to Hawea 7 Jan–28 Sep 1955 for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 6 Jul 1955 while in Hawea. Drafted to Black Prince9 Jul 1956 and went from that ship to Royalist 5 Apr 1957. Was in that ship during the Second Commissioning when it left NZ 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. The ship served in Malayan and Japanese waters and briefly in Korean waters 8 Oct–11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 19 Jul 1958. Dismissed from HM Service 20 Jan 1960. Later received NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM after enquiring through his MP. |
| BRYANT, Maurice George | 13773 | Chief Shipwright | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Plymouth, Devon, UK, 20 Mar 1916. Previous service in the Royal Navy but little can be gleaned from his service record. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori (the RNZN Office in NZ House, London) on 8 Feb 1952 as a Shipwright Artificer 4th Class and was upgraded on successive days to Shipwright Artificer 1st Class. On arrival in New Zealand, he was drafted to Philomel until 12 Jul 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 13 Jul to 17 Aug 1953. Drafted to Bellona until 7 Aug 1955. He returned to Philomel before being drafted to Black Prince as Chief Shipwright on 5 Oct 1955. Drafted to Royalist 9 Apr 1957 and was with that ship in Malayan and Korea waters, the latter for only about five weeks. Awarded the RN LS&GC Medal 6 Sep 1957. His remaining service was in Philomel and Black Prince. Discharged to RA 7 Feb 1962. Later entitled to NZOSM, Naval GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. His WWII service medals are not known. |
| BRYDON, Stuart Raymond | 13619 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea | RNZN | 14/01/2053 | 29/08/2053 | Born Dannevirke 26 Aug 1931. Entered the RNZN 17 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. Initial training in Tamaki and Philomel was followed by service at the RNZN Communications station at Irirangi. He appears to have changed from Seaman to Communications Branch. Drafted to Hawea 14 Jan 1953 and flew from New Zealand by Teal flying boat to Sydney then by Qantas to Japan where he boarded his ship as Telegraphist. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ in Hawea via Hong Kong and Australia and was Arrived back in Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Drafted back to Irirangi. Served again in Hawea before being drafted to Rotoiti on 18 Feb 1957. Participated in Operation Grapple, the nuclear test at Christmas Island in 1956 in Rotoiti. Served also for a short time in HMNZS Pukaki. Discharged 7 Jul 1961 BNPS. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZ Special Service Medal (Nuclear) and KWSM. |
| BRYERS, Charles Nehua (Chas) | 329598 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/04/2055 | Born Okaihau, Northland, 2 Jul 1931. Machinist for Donaghue's Rope and Twine Coy, Parnell, Auckland. Previous service as a Compulsory Military Service Trainee who served in the TF in 9 Coast Regt, RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl the same day. Posted from Div HQ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jun 1954. Played rugby for 10 Tpt Coy team but was injured and spent nearly three months in Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Granted a 12 Month extension to his Korean Service 11 Oct 1954. Had some brushes with military discipline. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Aug 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 5 Apr 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 119 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Nov 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Applied to join the Regular Force in Nov 1956. Living at Okaihau, Northland 1 Feb 1957. Later moved to Rotorua from Whangarei in 1983 joined PARS (Prisoners Aid and Rehabilitation Society) at Rotorua. He was also a marriage celebrant, a Justice of Peace and carried on with PARS till he resigned in May 2004 due to ill health. His original medals issued for Korean service were lost and replaced at cost circa 2002. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Rotorua 28 Dec 2005 aged 72 years. |
| BRYERS, Elsdon Mayne | 203817 | Sergeant | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 07/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Rawene, Northland 19 Mar 1922. Served in the Army 1942–43, RNZAF 1943–45. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Emplaned Auckland 7 Dec 1950 as a member of Advance Party No.1 and travelled on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Driver in Artillery Section. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ by air 22 Jun 1951 (RTNZ List 17) as part of the Reinforcement Training Team. Emplaned for return to Korea 2 Aug 1951 until he RTNZ 30 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged 24 Oct 1952. Died 6 Mar 1969 aged 47. Buried at Rawene Cemetery. His WWII service medals may be War Medal 1939–45 and the NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUCHAN, Paul Rawcliffe | 203619 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/07/2052 | Born Balclutha 27 Dec 1925. Student employed by State Advances Corporation. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. His training for Korea was conducted in Papakura and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb on two occasions once for two days the second time for 15 days. Fd Regt Gun Number served with 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Was involved in the heavy fighting including the Battle of Kapyong and Operation Commando. Neglect caused damage to PIAT Guns No.279 and 280, three PIAT Bombs and damage to clothing cost him £10 (Ten Pounds) which was quite a sum at the time. Admitted to Comwel Dressing Station, Tokyo 4 Feb–28 Mar 1952. M/O to 16 Fd Regt on 28 Mar 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed Tech Assist on 4 Jun 1952 and to Lance Bombardier on 28 Jun 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 6 Jul 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll 7 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 7.30am on 30 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 234 days. His Kayforce Discharged Certificate No.373 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to an address in Balclutha. Later entitled to NZDSM. |
| BUCHANAN, Allister George | 208473 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born Riverton 31 Aug 1927. Came from Wrights Bush, Southland. Previous service in RNZAF from 18 Jun 1945–31 Mar 1946 (Service No 452553). Attested in Kayforce 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but bty not known. Attached to CATC Inchon 4–25 Jan 1953. Promoted through the ranks from Temporary Lance Bombardier to Sergeant 10 Feb 1954) during tour. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to Wellington by Teal flight arriving 30 Mar 1954. Emplaned Wellington for return to Korea 16 Jun 1954 and served until 22 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and completed the return to NZ by Air. Served in Korea 2 years 103 days. Also served in NZ Sqn, 22 SAS Regt. Air Supply NCO, Regt ‘Q’ Element. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. Died of natural causes (heart attack) 11 May 1957, while on operations near Kuala Pilah, Negri Sembilan and was buried Cheras Road Christian Cemetery, Kuala Lumpur Row 23, Grave No.1213. The New Zealand Memorial Cross recently re-introduced was issued to his mother 13 Mar 1961. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), PJM and KWSM. |
| BUCHANAN, Barry Hayman (Buck) | 206860 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 10/04/2054 | Born Thames 25 Feb 1930. Came from Pukekohe. Enlisted 14 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flying boat Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Was Driver Operator in 162 Bty. Was involved round Han River area and Imjin River area in all the heavy fighting in 1952. Took part in a 28 Comwel Bde shooting team which competed against the Americans. Took part in Regimental sports team and won two 2nd place medals for mile and half mile events. Attached FAP NZ Base Japan for rugby trials Was on radio duty with 162 Bty when the Armistice was signed. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to Auckland. Plane was delayed in Port Moresby as plane ran off the runway and into some steel mesh. Deplaned Auckland 17 Apr 1954. SOS Kayforce 16 Jun 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve and stayed on the Reserve for seven years. Gained a rehabilitation loan to buy a farm at Kimbolton. Living at a Mt Biggs farm in 2004. Died Fielding, 20 Nov 2015, aged 85 years. |
| BUCHANAN, Donald Samuel | 203859 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Te Kuiti on 8 Oct 1926. Labourer for Taylor and Jordan, Sawmillers, Te Awamutu. Enlisted in KMB at Auckland on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Promoted Lance Bombardier 6 Dec 1950 ‘at sea’ according to his service record. Entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty as a transport driver. Promoted Bombardier on 7 Jan 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb on 27 May 1951 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp on 30 May 1951, Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp on 19 Jul 1951. Served from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel before coming back to the Armistice line. He was twice more admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb before he was TSFD to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 16 Apr 1954. Emplaned at Iwakuni on 4 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Auckland 8 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged From Kayforce 26 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 151 days. Died Waitara 11 Dec 1989 aged 63 years; buried at Waitara Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUCHANAN, Norman James (Buck) | 207782 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Roxburgh, Central Otago, on 22 Jun 1926. Shop assistant in Dunedin before joining KMB 29 Aug 1950. Photographed in Dunedin at a farewell morning tea at the Dunedin City Council. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Line Signalman. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 15 Sep 1951 and appointed line Signal NCO. Promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 1 Oct 1951. Battle casualty 8 Oct 1951 wounded left hand by mortar shrapnel in the attacks on the advance to Line Jamestown (in the area of Hill 317). The King has been graciously pleased to approve the following immediate awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea: Military Medal (London Gazette, 5 Feb 1952, p.709). The citation reads as follows: “Lance Bombardier Buchanan was a radio operator in a forward observation post sited in B Coy 3 Bn Royal Australian Regiment area which was holding ground vital to 1 Commonwealth Division during Operation ‘Commando. On the night of 7–8 Oct, 1951, B Coy’s position was heavily attacked by an estimated Chinese Bn accompanied by 9 hours of continuous artillery, mortar and small arms fire. Lance Bombardier Buchanan, although wounded, remained with his set and provided the only link with the guns. He maintained communications continually under extremely adverse conditions passing urgent fire orders. The attack was finally driven off with heavy casualties to the enemy and the success of the action was due in no small measure to the supporting artillery. Lance Bombardier Buchanan displayed skill, determination, devotion to duty and complete disregard to his own safety and by so doing was an inspiration to all. He was evacuated for medical treatment the next day only after being ordered to do so.” Promoted Bombardier 10 Mar 1952. Emplaned for RTNZ on furlough 23 Apr and deplaned from Teal flying boat Awatere at Wellington 26 Apr 1952. Embarked again for Korea 14 Jun 1952 and re-entered Japan 18 Jun 1952. Re-entered Korea 2 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Sep 1952 and appointed Battery Quartermaster Sergeant. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Dec 1952 and to Staff Sergeant 1 Apr 1953 while retaining the appointment of Battery Quartermaster Sergeant. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 5 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 192 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Oct 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BUCK, Frederick Leonard | 12668 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Billinghurst, Sussex, UK, 16 May 1928. Was a farm labourer before he entered the RN on 4 Apr 1946 as a Stoker 2nd Class. Underwent initial training at HMS Royal Arthur and in HMS Gosling a RN Naval Air Station then in HMS Imperieuse a floating training establishment followed by HMS Victory. These were all attended between 4 Apr and 24 Sep 1946. Drafted to HMS Acute (a minesweeper) based at HMS Loch invar. Drafted to HMS Mull of Kintyre (depot ship then at Rothesay Bay, Scotland) 1 Mar 1947–10 Feb 1948. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 1st Class 4 Apr 1947. Released from the RN 13 Apr 1948. Entered RNZN as Stoker Mechanic at HMNZS Cook 27 Feb 1949 which was renamed Maori 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was to be a member of the crew to sail the ship to New Zealand. TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949 and sailed in this ship to NZ. He remained in Rotoiti and sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Served briefly in Philomel and Tamaki until drafted to Bellona 20 Jun 1952. Stoker Mechanic Buck remained in in Bellona until 17 Feb 1955. DEE 26 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUCK, Raymond | 12895 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Hawea | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Invercargill on 7 Dec 1927. Employed as a YMCA Secretary in Invercargill before he entered the RNZN on 27 Jan 1949 as a Probationary Stores Assistant. Underwent initial training in Tamaki then Philomel and advanced to Stores Assistant on 27 Jul 1949. Like many others of this period he was drafted to Bellona 17 Jan 1951. Served in Philomel 24 Apr 1951–7 Jul 1952 and was then drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ.29 Aug 1953. Drafted to Philomel 6 Nov 1953–4 May 1954. Returned to Bellona 5 May 1954–10 Jan 1955. Final service days were in Philomel. DEE 26 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Later became a Traffic Officer at Papatoetoe. |
| BUCKERIDGE, Maxwell Walter | 203988 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Te Kuiti on 25 Jun 1923. Previous service during WWII with Service No 454371. Enlisted at Waipukurau as he was living at Waipawa at the time. Embarked as a Temporary Corporal, Infantry 13th Reinforcements on 28 Sep 1944 and RTNZ on 22 Jul 1946 from Japan having been sent from Italy to Japan as part of the first New Zealand group (5 Bde) to be part of the Occupation Force. Discharged from 2 NZEF on 16 Sep 1946. Clerk NZ Forest Products Ltd, Tokoroa. Enlisted on 14 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea 28 Aug 1951 travelled by three-day boat trip from disembarking Pusan, Korea on 29 Oct 1951. Posted to NZ component of 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1951. Spent short TOD with Line of Communication Independent Signal Sqn 29 Oct–13 Nov 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 24 Jun 1953 ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Aug 1953. Served overseas one year 328 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharge Cert sent to Waipawa 1 Feb 1957. Died Christchurch 20 Jun 1979 aged 46 years and is buried at Waipawa. |
| BUCKLER, Ernest Edward | 13329 | Stores Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Portsmouth, England 10 Dec 1917. Employed as a Carpenter’s Mate before he entered the RN on 25 May 1936 as a Probationary Stores Assistant with Service No P/MX 52748. Served in HMS Victory and advanced to Stores Assistant then served in HMS Nelson 24 Apr 1937–27 Feb 1939 and advanced to Leading Stores Assistant on 7 Oct 1938. Served in HMS Cormorant and was attached to HMS Wryneck (destroyer) but was in the ship about three weeks before he moved onto another shore station. He served in several shore stations including HMS Daedalus, Raven, Victory, Pembroke and Goshawk where he advanced to Stores Petty Officer (Temporary) on 7 Apr 1941 and then HMS Adamant. These were ship, submarine and air stations. He served in HMS Kenya 21 Aug 1943–9 Sep 1944 and was then stationed in HMS Lanka a shore station in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). He returned to Britain and served in Victory 20 Sep–4 Dec 1944 then in HMS Medina (shore station on the Isle of Wight) 5 Dec 1944–11 Nov 1945. He served in the following shore stations HMS Seaborn, Victory, Bambara and Lanka the latter two both in Ceylon 5 Feb–12 Jun 1946. He was then drafted to HMS Norfolk (heavy cruiser) 13 Jun 1946–11 Jun 1947. Ernest Buckler then returned to Britain and served in Victory and then HMS Indefatigable (aircraft carrier) 12 Aug 1947–9 Feb 1948. He was discharged to shore and enrolled in the Royal Fleet Reserve with Service No B/24266 from 10 Feb 1948–24 May 1953 when he was again discharged to shore. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, Defence Medal and War Medal. Although he was in the RFR he joined the RNZN at Maori as a Stores Assistant on 2 Nov 1950 and advanced to Leading Stores Assistant and to Stores Petty Officer on successive days while on the books of Philomel and where he served on arrival in NZ. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Philomel 15 Aug 1953–11 Aug 1954 and was then drafted to Bellona 12 Aug 1954–6 Sep 1955. Advanced to Acting Stores Chief Petty Officer on 28 Aug 1954 and to Stores Chief Petty Officer on 9 Oct 1954. Also served in Black Prince and in Philomel. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 27 Dec 1956 with Gratuity. Drafted to Royalist on 5 Feb 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. Was in the Korean waters for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in Black Prince 7 Oct 1958–19 Oct 1960. Discharged to RA 2 Nov 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M). NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| BUCKLER, Victor Shurrock | 12987 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born New Brighton, Christchurch 9 Feb 1931. Baker's assistant driver before enlisting in RNZN 26 May 1949. Initial rating granted was Stoker. Served in Bellona (cruiser). Drafted to Taupo 25 Aug 1951–25 Jan 1953. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 when it was deployed to Korean waters. Promoted Leading Stoker Mechanic 28 Sep 1951. RTNZ and arrived in Auckland 8 Mar 1952. Received the gratuity for Korean Service. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Record of medals awarded not shown on remnant of file. Served in Bellona again and also served in Hawea again. DEE 25 May 1955. Later Assistant Foreman for Christchurch City council circa 1966. Died Christchurch, 12 Jun 2000. Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal sold at Dunbar Sloan auction 22 May 2012. |
| BUCKLEY, Dennis | 11909 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 12/04/2053 | Born Doncaster, Yorkshire, England on 17 Nov 1925. He entered the RN on 10 Nov 1943 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Serv. No P/K 4663342. He received his initial training in HMS Duke and HMS Victory. Served in HMS Scylla (light cruiser) 31 Mar 1944 and was engaged in the Normandy Landings. She was mined, severely damaged and not repaired. Drafted to HMS Sirius (light AA cruiser) on 21 Jul 1944 and served in the Mediterranean in support of the allied landings in the South of France. He returned to Britain and served in HMS Victory 28 Oct 1944–24 Jun 1945 and the destroyer HMS Carysfort amongst others. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 10 Oct 1944. He was also based in HMS Mayina and served in HMS Roseneath (LST 3503). Back in Britain he was drafted to in HMS Bellona on 21 Oct 1946 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 2 May 1947. Bellona was under refit in Chatham in mid-1946 and was commissioned In the RNZN on 1 Oct 1946. Dennis Buckley remained in HMNZS Bellona. Discharged from the RN on 20 Oct 1949. His WWII service medals not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, France & Germany Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered RNZN on 21 Oct 1949 in HMNZS Bellona on a five-year engagement. This appears to have been an arrangement sometime after he had actually entered the RNZN. Drafted to Philomel on 11 May 1950, was then drafted to Pukaki on 30 Jun 1950 and sailed 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira from Auckland for service in Korean waters. Pukaki RTNZ on 2 Dec 1950 but he remained in the ship until 15 Jan 1951. He later served in Philomel, Kaniere, Kiwi, Tamaki and the Reserve Depot HMNZS Pegasus. DEE 20 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and the UN Korea medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 28 Apr 1967 aged 41 years. Cremated at Bromley Crematorium, Christchurch. Buried Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Bromley, Christchurch. |
| BUCKLEY, Desmond Frederick | 201199 | Lieutenant | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/07/2053 | Born Wellington 1 Feb 1915. Entered Trentham Camp 3 Oct 1940 and posted to E Coy Infantry Training Wing. Embarked with 2nd Section 4th Reinforcements 19 Dec 1940. 29 Jan 1941, posted to Central Infantry Training Depot, Maadi Camp, Egypt. Posted to 6 NZ Div Provost Coy as Acting Lance Corporal in Feb and was promoted wartime substantive rank of Lance Corporal in Jul. In Dec 1941 Des was promoted Sergeant. Posted to RASC Base Depot (Middle East) in Jun 1943 and during Sep and Oct attended Officer Cadet Training Unit (OCTU), RASC (ME). Attended All Arms OCTU (ME) Nov–Dec and then in Dec 1943 to Jan 1944 at the OCTU (ME) Motor Transport School. 14 Jan Discharged from 2 NZEF and posted to HQ 9 Army (British). In Mar 1944 posted to Pack Transport Company (Cyprus Regiment) as Troop commander. In Nov 1944 posted to HQ Land Forces Adriatic. Mar 1945 posted to Raiding Support Regt as Pack Instructor. Came to NZ on leave in Jun 1945 and returned to the UK in Feb 1946 and took up an appointment in 521 Coy, RASC. Promoted Temporary Captain in Jul and in Dec 1946 promoted to 2i/c of the Company. Appointed Brigade RASC Officer, 2 Armoured Brigade, 1 Armoured Division in Feb 1947. In Nov 1947 posted to 4 Coy, RASC in Middle East Land Forces as 2i/c of the Company but returned to the UK the following month. Jan 1948 Posted to 643 Coy, RASC and reverted to the wartime substantive rank of Lieutenant. Came to New Zealand and was appointed to Kayforce 9 Jun 1951. Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning early Sep 1951 then travelled by three-day boat trip Pusan. Entered Korea, at Pusan on 10 Sep 1951 and appointed OC HQ Div Tpt Platoon, RNZASC on the same day. Promoted Capt, 1 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy just prior to going on leave. Granted 14 days leave in Australia from 10–23 Jul 1953. RTNZ from leave in Australia and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Struck off Strength of Kayforce and posted to Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, ER II Coronation Medal 1953 and KWSM. |
| BUCKLEY, Philip | 13664 | Leading Writer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Rangiora 19 Feb 1934. Enlisted in the RNZN 24 May 1951. Served in Kaniere mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Promoted Leading Writer 23 Jul 1954. As a young serviceman he was “quiet and well-presented and a good worker. Can be relied upon to do any job well and with more experience should make a first-class hand…” Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Initial issue of medals lost circa 1967 while Taranaki was at Pearl Harbour. These were replaced at no cost. In early 1968 he was attached to the SEATO Headquarters for duties with the SEATO Public Relations and received through the Commanders Office at Devonport the thanks of Wing Commander R.K. Griffiths the Publicity Officer of the conference. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal. Discharged 18 Feb 1977. Died Upper Hutt 4 Jun 2001 aged 67 years. |
| BUCKMAN, Owen Samuel | 204421 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/08/2052 | 17/05/2054 | Born Gisborne 12 Feb 1930. Labourer at Northland Fishing Lodge, Whangaroa. Attested as a Kayforce replacement in Papakura Camp on 17 Apr 1952. Training for Korea was conducted in Papakura and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 27 Jul 1953 and appointed Physical Training Instructor but reverted to Gunner 1 Oct 1953 on ceasing to hold that appointment. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 3–18 Oct 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll on 25 Mar 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ and remains on the NZ Roll 28 Mar 1954. Emplaned Japan 14 Mar 1954 and RTNZ deplaning Auckland 17 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 266 days. Struck off Strength of Kayforce on 21 Jul 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUCKTHOUGHT, Allan Stewart | 203509 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Waihi, Bay of Plenty, on 13 Nov 1926. Butcher and labourer for New Zealand Glass Manufacturers Ltd, Auckland. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in Kayforce at Auckland. His training for Korea was conducted in Papakura and Waiouru Camps. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Butcher in Fd Regt and then served in F Troop, 163 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Battle School for Junior NCO Course 11 Dec 1951–15 Jan 1952. To be Temporary Instructor Bombardier while holding appointment of 2i/c gun wef 17 Mar 1952. Promoted through ranks to Sergeant. Emplaned Iwakuni on 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ to deplane Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 2 years 255 days. Discharged 16 Dec 1953. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei 14 Oct 2015, aged 89 years. |
| BUCKWORTH, George Marshall | 206447 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 15/05/2053 | Born Devonport on 30 Oct 1924. Previous service during WWII (23 Sep 1942–26 Feb 1946) in the Royal New Zealand Navy in the rank of Able Seaman (Service No 5921). Served in HMNZS Hauiti and HMNZS Hinau before proceeding to the UK. Completed training in HMS Drake and HMS Pembroke. Civil trade as a carpenter was gained after the war at rehabilitation training. Came from Rotorua, employed by Residential Construction Co at Waiouru. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 12 Oct 1952. Embarked Sasebo 13 Oct 1951 for three-day trip and entered Korea on 15 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component). Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953, deplaned at Auckland 15 May 1953. Served overseas one year 286 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jul 1953 and joined Regular Force in 1959 as three-star Carpenter, in the rank of Sapper, RNZE. Posted to Northern District Constr. Sqn on7 May 1959, Discharged from NZ Constr Sqn on 3 May 1962 for medical reasons 3 May 1962. He returned to Rotorua where he died on 27 May 1990 aged 65 years. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, France and German Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BUDD, Alan Victor | 206015 | Driver | NZ Base HQ Tpt Sectiontion | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born London, England on 28 Feb 1928. He was employed as a mechanic by Wright Stevenson's, Palmerston North before he enlisted in the KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Employed as driver at NZ Base HQ, Korea. Had a number of short TODs to 16 Fd Regt, NZ Transport Platoon and NZ Base HQ, Kure. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while holding appointment of NCO i/c Transport Section. Promoted Corporal while holding appointment of Transport NCO HQ Kayforce. Regarded as thoroughly reliable NCO. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight at Wellington ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 188 days. Discharged 6 Aug 1952. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM and is entitled to the NZDSM. Died Palmerston North 17 Apr 2011 aged 82 years in his 83rd year. |
| BUDGE, Leslie James | 459090 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/03/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Auckland 8 Sep 1931. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Korea via Port Moresby, Guam and Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Also served in Div Transport. Served one mile north of 38th Parallel at Pintail Bridge during the armistice deliberations. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 3 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Served another three years in TF in Signals Sqn at Palmerston North. Awarded the Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BULFORD, William Rex | 15841 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 11 Oct 1940 in New Zealand. Entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 17 Feb 1956. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 6 Nov 1956 and to Junior Seaman 17 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 6 May 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 11 Apr 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. Served in Philomel 16 Sep 1958 until he was re-drafted to Royalist 4 Feb 1959. Advanced to Able Seaman 11 Jul 1959. Also served in Lachlan, Pukaki, Royalist on two more occasions, Lachlan again and in Waikato 25 Nov 1968 to 5 May 1970. DEE 10 Oct 1970. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BULL, Sydney | 12681 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Edgeware, Middlesex, UK, 1 May 1928. Employed as a tiler’s mate before he entered the RN 3 Jun 1946 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No C/JX 805055 under the National Service (Armed Forces) Act 1939. From 3 Jan 1946 he served in HMS Royal Arthur, Raleigh and TTDRM (Eastney) a Royal Marines Training Establishment and HMS Pembroke to 3 Dec 1946. Drafted to HMS Sussex (County-class heavy cruiser) 7 Jan–12 Dec 1947. Advanced to Provisional Able Seaman 3 Nov 1947. Drafted to HMS Adamant (a depot ship) 13 Dec 1947–17 Mar 1948. Released from Pembroke 27 May 1948. Entered RNZN at HMNZS Cook 27 Feb 1949 as Probationary Able Seaman. Cook was renamed Maori 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a crew member which brought the ship to NZ. He remained in Tutira and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 in her to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 and was drafted to Tamaki 31 Jul 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman while in Tamaki but this was to be effective from 27 Feb 1949, the date he entered the RNZN. Also served in Tui and in Philomel. He took the option of returning to the UK and the end of his engagement and was DEE 28 Mar 1955 at Maori. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and was later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUNCE, Frank Edward | 568830 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Napier 9 Apr 1934. Employed as a fitter’s labourer in Napier before he entered the RNZN on 28 Jan 1954 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 28 Jun–19 Sep 1954 then served in Black Prince 20 Sep 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 Oct 1954 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Black Prince again 6 May 1955–1 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission Voyage. Served in the Engineering Division. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| BURBOROUGH, John Ewing | 208850 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 01/01/1970 | Born Geraldine on 12 Apr 1929. Truck driver in Fairlie before joining Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 17 Nov 1952. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning at Iwakuni on 25 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 4 May 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a Driver. DIED FROM INJURIES received in vehicle accident, Korea, 4 Nov 1954. His remains interred in the United Nations Military Cemetery, Tanggok (No.320, Row 9, Plot 9). Family was awarded an engraved NZOSM that was presented at Parliament on 3 Sep 2003. The Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal were sent to his mother on 23 Jul 1955. NZ GSM clasp ‘Korea 1954–1957’ and KWSM. NZ Memorial Cross also issued to his mother 7 Jun 1961. His Excellency Park Chung Hee, the President of the Republic of Korea presented The President's Medallion during his visit to New Zealand, which was forwarded by the Deputy Secretary of Defence to his mother in Oct 1968. |
| BURCH, George Robert | 206129 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/08/2052 | Born Wellington on 7 Dec 1928. Ex RNZAF and serving TF soldier. Bookbinder employed by Whitcombe & Tombs, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. His training was mainly conducted in Linton and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as a Gunner on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty., 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Feb 1952 for RTNZ. Admitted to Concord Repat Hospital, Sydney on 18 Jul 1952 on his way back to New Zealand. Deplaned Wellington 13 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 248 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 11 Oct 1952. Died Auckland, 1 Jul 1993 aged 64 years. |
| BURCH, Thomas Bryan | 14491 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Bangor Down, Northern Ireland, 16 Feb 1930. He was a shop assistant before he entered the RN on 25 Aug 1947 as an Ordinary Telegraphist with Service No C/SSX 846650. After training at HMS Royal Arthur and HMS Pembroke was drafted to HMS Sharpshooter 1 May 1949–5 Apr 1950 and was involved in Hydrographic Survey duties. Also served in HMS Cleopatra (light cruiser) 4 Aug 1950–12 Feb 1951. Advanced to Telegraphist 12 Jan 1951. Also served in HMS Cygnet (Black Swan-class sloop) and HMS Wild Goose (sloop) which served in the Middle East. Tom Burch also served in Whitehall and was held on the books of HMS President for a year. Released from the RN on 12 Feb 1955. Entered the RNZN at Maori as a Telegraphist 29 Apr 1955. He served in both Philomel and Hawea until drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 for service in SE Asia and Korea. On RTNZ he served in Irirangi 17 Jan 1958–16 Aug 1960 and in Wakefield (Wellington) 17 Aug 1960 to 20 Apr 1961. DEE 28 Apr 1961. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BURGESS, Arthur James | 203727 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 15/08/2052 | Born Auckland on 8 Oct 1928. Driver for Herring Brothers, cartage contractors at Morningside. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1959. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver Fd Regt. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 6 Apr 1951. Posted from NZ Base HQ to NZ Tpt Platoon, 29 Jul 1951. Admitted Norwegian MASH 19 Aug 1951, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged 29 Aug 1951. Failed to adhere to Military orders on several occasions including AWOL and breaking out of camp. Also served in A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb in Jun 1952. Accidentally injured on 6 Jun 1952 in both legs by the explosion of an allied mine initially thought to have been an enemy mine. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb on 2 Jun 1952. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged and TSFD’ to the NZ Roll (medical) on 15 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni on 9 Aug 1952 and admitted to Repat Gen Hosp, Concord, Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 15 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 250 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He received further treatment and physiotherapy at Auckland Public Hosp. Discharged 12 Dec 1952. Died New Lynn, Auckland, 7 Aug 1994. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BURGESS, Brian Edward Arnold (Budge) | 888189 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/04/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Kaikoura 26 Jan 1933. CMT training was with the RNZAF. Labourer for Burnett's Motors, Ashburton. Attested 27 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. After training in Burnham Camp he emplaned 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan via Port Moresby and Guam by civil air arriving 25 Apr 1952. M/O from NZRTU to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 29 Apr 1953. Served in H Troop 1st Comwel Div Sigs Regt at Div HQ on Imjin River. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Oct 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ 10 Jan 1955 deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 267 days. Discharged 25 Feb 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.384 sent 1 Feb 1957 to Ashburton. Joined RF and served 4 years in charge of Glentunnel Magazine. Served in Singapore 1971–72. Served in 3 Central Ordnance Depot, Burnham Camp. Died of illness while in service 6 Mar 1977, aged 44 years, held rank of Staff Sergeant. Buried Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BURGESS, David John | 12928 | Acting Sub-Lieutenant | HMS Jamaica | RNZN | 30/05/2050 | 15/10/2051 | Born Wellington 12 Feb 1932. His father Captain D. Burgess was Deputy Harbour-master at Auckland. David Burgess joined the RNZN as a Cadet on 9 Mar 1949 and was at HMS Britannia, UK, on 29 Apr 1949 to begin his training as a naval officer. Served in HMS Devonshire, 15 Sep 1949–30 Apr 1950, a former heavy cruiser with 8-inch guns, which was converted to a training vessel in Apr 1947. Advanced to Midshipman 1 May 1950. TSFD to HMS Jamaica, a 6-inch gun cruiser, 1 May 1950. Attached to No.3 Commando Brigade, Royal Marines and from 6–15 Jan 1951 and was on patrol in the Grik Area, North Malaya, with 40 Commando. One of the first three New Zealanders (Midshipmen Muschamp, Riddell and Burgess) to serve in Korean waters on board HMS Jamaica (30 May–27 Oct 1950). Was present on board on 2 Jul when Jamaica was involved in the first and only engagement with the North Korean Navy. Jamaica sighted four North Korean torpedo boats and three gunboats. Three torpedo boats and the three gunboats were destroyed by Jamaica's 6-inch and 4-inch guns. He was still aboard HMS Jamaica at the Inchon landings. When HMS Jamaica returned to the UK, the three New Zealanders were TSFD to HMS Belfast (a 10,000 ton, 6-inch gun cruiser–now on the Thames in London as the only surviving British ship to have taken part in the bombardment of German positions on 6 Jun 1944–D Day) where he served from 20 Jan–5 Apr 1951 and 12 Apr–6 May 1951. In Aug Muschamp, Burgess and Riddell were promoted Acting Sub-Lieutenants and TSFD to frigates for small ship training. Burgess served in HMS Alert, still in Korean waters and then returned to the Royal Naval College at Greenwich before returning to NZ. Also served in Black Prince. Appointed to Pukaki and sailed from Auckland in late Aug 1955 for Korea and was at Tokyo in Aug 1955. RTNZ and arrived back in Auckland Jul 1956. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Also awarded NGSM with clasp ‘Malaya’. Resigned his commission 22 Feb 1957 to join the RAN. Living at Devonport in Aug 2000. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BURGESS, Douglas Grant (Doug) | 211038 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 04/06/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Palmerston North 11 Jan 1929. Fireman, Palmerston North Fire Brigade. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Training was in Waiouru then Burnham for Corps Training. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1953 to Sydney and flew by Qantas via, Port Moresby and Guam to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 6 Jun. Posted 15 Jun 1955 to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Sqn as Linesman and entered Korea the next day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 Jul 1953 but reverted to Signalman on ceasing to perform duties of Line NCO on 3 Dec 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 13 Jan 1954 (Line NCO) then to Temporary Corporal on 26 Feb 1954. Served in the Imjin area. Promoted Temporary Sergeant on 31 May 1954 and appointed Line Sergeant then promoted Sub Sergeant on 3 Sep 1954. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia 10 Nov 1954 for Sydney and deplaned Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Doug wrote, “The N Aust had picked up personnel from Kure, Japan, on the way up and in company with 3 Bn RAR it was Australia bound for us all.” Served overseas one year 177 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, later awarded NZOSM, NZ GSM (K) and KWSM. Discharged 21 Jan 1955. Discharge Cert No.386 sent 1 Feb 1957to his given address in New Plymouth. By Jan 1961 he was working at the Central Station, Wellington Fire Brigade. Living at Levin in 2004. North Island Vice President NZ KVA 2007–2009. Died Levin 3 Oct 2014 aged 85 years. |
| BURGESS, John Finlayson | 204454 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/07/2052 | 02/09/2053 | Born Ruakiwi 17 Oct 1930. Farmer from Paengaroa. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 12 Sep 1952. Was involved in an Australian Army patrol with an Australian Forward Observation Officer when attacked by Chinese forces near Point 355. Struggled back through a gap in the Minefield with Captain Salmon RAA who was twice wounded by grenades. Later Bombardier and appointed i/c Troop Signals. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953 and deplaned from Teal flight from Australia at Auckland. RTNZ to attend Officer Cadet Training Unit Course. Appeared unwilling to accept longer Kayforce service that commissioning would require. Completed Kayforce service as an instructor at Papakura Camp. Served overseas one year 37 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Mar 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM |
| BURGESS, John Kennerley | 13138 | Stoker | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Ellerslie, Auckland, 1 Jan 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 29 Sep 1949 as a Stoker. First sea service was in Rotoiti commencing from 16 May 1950. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 29 Sep 1950. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escorts. RTNZ and arrived Auckland 21 Nov 1951. Later served in Black Prince and Bellona during which time he advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 20 Mar 1955. DEE 28 Sep 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BURGESS, Malcolm Charles | 203804 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Dargaville on 16 Jan 1927. Employed as a Mill Hand at Kaiangaroa Timber Mill. Attested 9 Sep 1950 for Kayforce in Auckland and underwent training in Papakura Camp and Waiouru. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon but remained on strength of 16 Fd Regt (for R&Q (‘rations and quarters’)). Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Continued to serve in NZ Tpt Pl and served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Accidentally injured 12 Jun 1951 and admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb. Posted from NZ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot and was discharged 11 Feb 1952 but remained on X(ii) List. Posted from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 12 Feb 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU 26 Feb 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 1–7 Jun 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and Remains in NZ Roll 7 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 19 Jul 1952 from RMA Ararangi (Teal flight) ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Sep 1952. Died Northcote, Auckland, 29 Mar 1994 aged 67 years. |
| BURGESS, Win | 535058 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 05/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Taumarunui on 19 Jan 1932. Mechanic and welder at Gough, Gough and Hammer, Rotorua. Called up for 2nd intake CMT. Ex Territorial Force soldier of 1 Bn Hauraki Regt, Tauranga. Enlisted 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Rotorua. When his training was completed in Papakura Camp he was sent on final leave then returned to Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney and then continued by Qantas or BCPA to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. A small group comprising Driver R.W. Milne, Driver W. Burgess, Driver P. Hemana, Corporal E.A. Priest, Driver R. Hakaraia, Driver C.H. Stansfield and Driver P.K. Derwin M/I to 10 Tpt Coy the same Day. Had a number of disciplinary problems but generally did his job. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 at Iwakuni, on RNZAF Hastings that took some of the 18th Reinforcements up to Korea, for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. SOS Kayforce on 19 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit (1 Hauraki Regt) then to Class ‘A’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.388 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to a Rotorua address. Died Ongarue (near Taumarunui), 20 Jul 2000 aged 68 years. |
| BURGHAM, Robert Birleson (Bob) | 203728 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 29/03/2054 | Born Auckland on 10 May 1927. Served in RNZAF for five months towards the end of WWII. Also served in BCOF Japan (827312, Corporal, YMCA) 1947–48. Later attached to Brit Com Movement Control Group. Served in RTOs Mitajiri (Bofu) and Ozuki. RTNZ by HMT Duntroon in Oct 1948. Served for one year 204 days. Warehouseman, employed by Sargood Son & Ewen Ltd, Auckland. Came from Kohimarama, Auckland. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in Kayforce on. After training in Papakura and Waiouru camps he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 17 Nov 1951 while holding the appointment of 163 Bty Clerk, promoted Temporary Bombardier 18 Nov 1951 and to Bombardier 18 Feb 1952. To be Sergeant 1 Dec 1952. Also served as a clerk in the Pay and Records office in Kure, Japan. RTNZ 19 Feb 1953. Emplaned 26 Mar 1953 on Teal flight from Auckland with 6th Reinforcements for second tour to Korea. Promoted Temporary Sergeant while holding appointment of Medical Records Sergeant, HQ NZ Kayforce Detachment in Japan. Married Sado Michiko, a young woman with a dynamic personality, at Kure on 22 Nov 1953. She had been wounded by flying glass during the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima but was 2km from the epicentre and was found to have no negative effects from radiation (vide The Occupiers, by Alison Parr, Penguin Books 2011). Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Continued the RTNZ by air deplaning 29 Mar 1954 with his wife Sado. Served overseas 3 years 77 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jul 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Enlisted in the Regular Force 7 Oct 1954 and posted to the RNZAOC at Sylvia Park, Auckland. Later in the Static Platoon, 1 Infantry Brigade Workshop, Papakura Camp. Also served in the Composite Company at Ngaruawahia. Discharged 11 Apr 1969. Living in Auckland in 1996. Later entitled to NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZDSM. Died Manukau City, Auckland, 24 Aug 2021 aged 94 years |
| BURKE, Brian Robert | 204233 | Temporary Lance Bombardier | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 14/01/2056 | Born Cootamundra, Australia 22 Mar 1927. Clerk at Petroleum Co, of New Zealand at Auckland. Enlisted 10 Jun 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura Camp and underwent training in that camp. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 16 Jul 1952 and appointed pay Clerk. Entered Korea 28 Jul 1952. Posted to HQ NZ Force Korea 28 Jul 1952 and promoted Temporary Bombardier, 1 Sep 1952 (Pay Ledger Clerk). M/I 16 Fd Regt HQ 23 Nov 1952. Posted to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo, 4 Feb 1953 and to NZ Base HQ for admin. Promoted Temporary Sergeant at NZ Base HQ and appointed NCO i/c Pay Section. TSFD from RNZA to NZ Army Pay Corps, NZ Base HQ 22 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 28 Oct 1954 and appointed NCO i/c Pay and also took on the responsibility of cashier. Rank confirmed 1 Mar 1954. Granted a 12-month extension of service 22 Oct 1954. M/O on TOD to Brit Com Sub Area South 8 Nov 1954 and M/I ex Brit Com Sub Area South 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on SS Changsha at Kure for Australia on 6 Dec 1955. Continued journey to NZ arriving on Teal flight from Sydney 14 Jan 1956. Served overseas three years 239 days. RTNZ as Staff Sergeant. Married a young Japanese woman Miss Taniguchi and brought his wife to NZ. Applied to join Regular Force. Discharged from Kayforce 19 May 1956. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Served in 1 Fd Amb, RNZAMC, Territorial Force until 31 Mar 1962. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.390 sent to Auckland address on 1 Feb 1957. |
| BURKE, Desmond Kevin (Des) | 206861 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Invercargill 22 May 1929. Fireman, NZ Railways Department Locomotive Depot at Wellington, known to have worked on the Rimutaka incline. Enlisted 16 Mar 1952in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Remained in Japan at Reinforcement Training Unit and NZ Base HQ for several months before going to Korea. Entered Korea 11 Mar 1953. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, C Troop. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Admitted Concord Repatriation Hospital in Sydney for disability and completed journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning Wellington 28 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 265 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Returned to Invercargill and died there 10 Aug 2005 aged 76 years. |
| BURKE, Lloyd William Thomas | 204171 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Auckland on 22 Sep 1928. Enlisted at Auckland in Sep 1950 but was not taken on strength. Re-applied at Rotorua 1951 and was one of 15 Bay of Plenty servicemen who arrived in camp for training seven days after the remainder of those accepted for the Expansion Force which created an initial training problem as they were a week behind their compatriots. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo and disembarked Pusan some three days later. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. Served in the British Commonwealth Division area north of Seoul. Comment–”B___ hot and dusty in summer. B____ cold in winter.” Played rugby for Divisional Transport Platoon 1951–52 and for 2nd Echelon, Kure Rugby team 1953. Also served in 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 on Qantas flight for RTNZ and discharge. Returned via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned at Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 28 Jul 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.392 sent to Putaruru 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Tauranga 2004. Died Tauranga 12 Dec 2012 aged 84 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BURLEY, Richard Frederick (Dick) | 802797 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/07/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Greymouth on 5 Dec 1928. Gardener at St Andrews College, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements at Christchurch on 9 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by air from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1953 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 4–14 Jul 1954. Completed one day course with 10 Field Hygiene Section. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 7–14 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Jun 1966. Served overseas one year 239 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.393 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Greymouth. Died Christchurch 7 Jan 2009 aged 79 years. |
| BURLEY, Ronald Graham | 14045 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Greymouth 28 Sep 1935. Employed as a Postal Assistant before he entered the RNZN 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 24 Jul 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan 1953 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 28 Mar 1954. Drafted to Bellona 20 Nov 1953 but RUN 8 Feb 1954. Recovered 5 Feb 1955 and taken on strength in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona again on 11 Feb 1955 and RUN again 18 Mar 1955. Recovered 25 Apr 1955 and returned to Bellona. Drafted to Philomel 21 Sep–31 Dec 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 1 Jan 1956 and sailed in this ship for service with the British Eastern Fleet 1 Apr 1956–8 May 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 11 May 1956. On RTNZ 8 May 1957 he remained in his ship until 30 Aug 1957. Also served in Kaniere again, Royalist on two short postings, Stawell and Kaniere again. His last year in service shows time in Rotoiti, Tamaki, Mako and Kaniere again. DEE 27 Sep 1961. Awarded NZOPSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BURLING, Wallace Rolphe Hector | 301089 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Manawaroa Bay of Islands on 3 Aug 1931. Builder's labourer at Auckland. 5th Intake CMT in Northern Military District Training Camp and on completion was posted to 1 Bn Northland Regt. Enlisted in Kayforce at Papakura Camp on 28 Jul 1954. After training in Papakura and Burnham Camps he was granted 7 days final leave and returned to Auckland. Emplaned 24 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 1 Nov 1954. Entered Korea 12 Nov 1954. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Failed several times to comply with written and verbal orders. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Australia by RNZAF Hasting aircraft deplaning at Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 165 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 May 1956 and posted to TF Unit (1 Coy, RNZASC). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.384 was sent to Kawakawa on 1 Feb 1957. Later joined 1 Coy RNZASC on 10 Jul 1961. Discharged at own request on 19 Sep 1962. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| BURNETT, Christopher Robin (Chris) | 203938 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Tuakau on 6 Aug 1928. Attested 27 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then travelled in the MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and worked in 161 Bty. Employed in OP section as a Driver Operator. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Returned by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 4 Mar 1953 in the rank of Bombardier. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Discharge Cert sent to Tuakau 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Mairangi Bay Auckland in 2004. Died North Shore City, Auckland, 18 May 2010 aged 81 years. |
| BURNETT, David Clive | 207846 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Murchison on 29 May 1926. Previous service in Home Guard for nine months during WWII. Served in BCOF Japan (659531, Private, NZ Medical Corps.) Embarked 30 Jul 1946 for Japan and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Served in Japan 209 days. On RTNZ he was employed as an Hospital Porter, Waikato Hospital. He was later a deer culler for Internal Affairs Department. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB at Nelson. He completed training in both Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul and back to the Armistice area. Admitted to Central Dressing Station Tokyo 5 Dec–10 Dec 1951 and again 15 Dec–23 Dec 1951 and was posted back to 16 Fd Regt. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 24 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Sep 1952 for RTNZ completing the journey on Teal flight deplaning at Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jan 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BURNS, Alexander | 514125 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Waihi on 21 May 1932. Railway fireman then labourer for F.D. Hawkins, Hamilton. Third intake CMT then served as a TF soldier in 6 Coy, RNZASC. Enlisted in Kayforce at Paeroa on 1 Jul 1953 and was trained for Korea in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and was posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured and admitted to 4 Canadian Field Ambulance 13 Feb 1954. Discharged from 25 Canadian FDS 17 Mar 1954 and returned to unit. Had several problems complying with military law and orders both in TF and Korea service. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ and deplaned Auckland 54 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jan 1955 and TSFD to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 4 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.397 was sent on 1 Feb 1957 to his given address in Waihi. |
| BURNS, George | 0 | Mr | Christchurch Sun–Star | Correspondent | 10/12/2052 | 22/12/2053 | Member of a party photographed just before they left Evans Bay for Sydney to travel to Japan and Korea. Those pictured L to R were Mr A.F.B. McCredie, the editor of the Napier Daily Telegraph, Captain H.K Griffiths, Kayforce PRO, Mr A.R. Alcock, cameraman from National Film Unit, Wellington, Mr C.I.B. Watkins, Radio commentator from Palmerston North, Mr K.W. Frank, radio technician from New Plymouth, Mr George Burns editor of the Christchurch Sun-Star and Mr W.J. Noble (wearing WWII medals ribbons) the editor of the Evening Star, Dunedin. The editors RTNZ on 22 Dec and the radio and film representatives remained with Kayforce for three months. |
| BURNS, John (Blackie) | 30055 | Lieutenant Colonel | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/01/2053 | 27/03/2054 | Born Napier on 30 Nov 1917. Regular Force Officer 1936–1972. Graduated from Duntroon 1938. Captain Burns was captured by the Germans during the Battle of El Alamein (Jul '42) and imprisoned in Northern Italy. He was successful after his third escape attempt and later re-joined the NZ Division. Appointed MBE 1945. Appointed to Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Commanding Officer 16 Fd Regt 10 Feb 1953–29 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by civil air via, Port Moresby and Guam Deplaned Japan 31 Jan 1953. “In command of 16th New Zealand Field Regiment early in February 1953 when United States Division were being supported by 1st Commonwealth Divisional Artillery. His 16th Field Regiment was in support of 9th United States Infantry Regiment and he consistently rendered outstanding service during a period of extreme patrol activity. On 2nd March, the enemy launched a two-company attack on a forward company to the Point 355 area and achieved some penetration. Again on 17th March two Chinese companies attacked that same position causing over 150 casualties but were themselves very severely mauled. In both these actions Lieutenant Colonel Burns by his calm and purposeful handling of his artillery was largely responsible for restoring the position and inflicting crippling casualties.” Awarded DSO in “…recognition of gallant and distinguished service in Korea during the period 1 to 27 Jul 1953” London Gazette, 30 Apr 1954, p.2554. SOS Emergency Force and reposted to the Regular Force in his Regular Force rank of Major, 3 May 1954. Later Director of the RNZA 1954–59, Director of Cadets 1959–60. Senior Army Liaison Officer, NZ High Commission London. Commander Central Military District 1969–72. Later Brigadier. Awarded DSO, MBE, 1939–45 Star Africa Star (‘8th Army’ clasp), Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, ER II Coronation Medal 1953 and KWSM. Retired 25 Jan 1973. Died Eastbourne, Wellington, 11 Jan 2003 aged 84 years. |
| BURNS, Rodney Frank | 591493 | Driver | Not Posted | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 20/08/2053 | Born Hastings on 20 Oct 1931. Driver employed on Matapiro Station, Wanawana. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned on Teal flight at Auckland. Deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 28 Jun 1953. Did NOT serve in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 and arrived at Auckland on Teal flight 20 Aug 1953. Only served overseas 57 days before being RTNZ. Discharged on medical grounds from Kayforce 5 Sep 1953. Awarded UN Korea Medal only. Entitled to NZOSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.419 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to a Hastings address. |
| BURRELL, Calvin Le Vai | 13620 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Christchurch 10 Jul 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 17 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. After his initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona in which he served for nearly two years. He was promoted Able Seaman on 17 Aug 1952. He served in Hawea, Pukaki and Kaniere. Drafted on 16 Jun 1954 to Kaniere and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 on its second deployment to Korea. Regarded as, “…a very reliable, hardworking man with high standards, an excellent example to young seamen.” TSFD to Pukaki on 30 Aug 1954 and RTNZ on 24 Sep 1954. He later served in Bellona (in the Reserve Fleet) in Hawea 18 Jun–15 Oct 1954 and was sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 15 Oct–8 Dec 1955, returned to Philomel and then went back to Cerberus on 29 Dec 1955–7 Apr 1956. Served in Hawea and was drafted to Rotoiti on 15 Feb–12 Aug 1957 and was twice on site observing the Nuclear Testing. Later served in Philomel and Royalist and was sent to the UK in Apr 1960 as a member of the crew for Otago. He came back in Otago and remained in this ship until drafted to Philomel on 24 Jan 1962 then served in Pukaki 20 Aug 1962. DEE 16 May 1963. Calvin re-joined RNZN as a General Service Hand from 7 Jun 1979 to 10 Jul 1991 working in the Senior Rates and Junior Rates main galleys. His work “…was of a high standard with reliability being one of his best features.” He socialised well with seniors and juniors alike earning him respect and praise. Discharged at his own request on 10 Jul 91. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZSSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Passed away peacefully on 29 May 2009 at Waioma Home, Warkworth aged 78 years. |
| BURROUGHS, Edward William Stephen | 204455 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/07/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Auckland on 24 Apr 1921. Electrical linesman for Central Waikato Electric Power Board, Hamilton. Enlisted in Papakura on 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. His training for Korea was conducted in Papakura Camp. Emplaned 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland to Sydney and travelled to Japan by Qantas or BCPA Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 30 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 8 Feb 1953; Lance Bombardier 8 May 1953; Temporary Bombardier 25 Sep 1954 and to Bombardier 21 Mar 1954. Battery or employment not known. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on the troopship New Australia at Kure, Japan, bound for Australia. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 24 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and posted to TF Unit (11 Medium Regt RNZA) 3 Jul 1954. TSFD to Class ‘A’ Reserve 1 Aug 1954. Served one year 271 days overseas. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Died Morrinsville, 19 Apr 1992. |
| BURROWS, Edmund (Ted) | 12828 | Commander | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Warrington, Cheshire, UK, on 11 Aug 1928. Served in the Royal Navy (Service No 635803) during WWII (1942–46) and was involved in Russian convoys. Yeoman of Signals. Enlisted in RNZN in Jun 1949. He was in HMS Victoria Barracks then next in HMAS Leeuwin (Western Australia). Drafted to Lachlan on 15 Oct 1949 a few days after she had been handed over from the RAN to the RNZN and joined her in Sydney for the journey to Auckland. He remained in Lachlan until he was sent to HMAS Cerberus 11 Mar–27 Jun 1950. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Bellona and was drafted to Hawea on 8 Jan 1951. Hawea sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 to serve mainly in west coast Korean waters. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo, and Brisbane. Later commissioned as a communications officer. Placed on two-year exchange with Royal Navy in 1953. Discharged from Philomel 15 Jun 1976 in the rank of Commander. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Russian 40th Anniversary Medal and KWSM. Also awarded Royal Humane Society Bronze Medal. Living Castor Bay, 2004. Died Takapuna 4 Mar 2008 in his 80th year. |
| BURROWS, Eric | 14450 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Birmingham, UK, 19 May 1927. Was a Merchant Navy Steward before joining the RN 21 Aug 1946 and was issued the Service No D/SSX 815344. Served in several shore stations but his first sea service was in the cruiser HMS Jamaica. Advanced to Able Seaman 21 Feb 1948. He was at HMS Tamar (Hong Kong) 15 Sep 1948 and served in HMS Cardigan Bay 20 Dec 1950–3 Mar 1951 and served briefly in Korean waters in that time. Returned to the UK 4 Mar 1951 and took his discharge from the RN 19 Dec 1953. Entered the RNZN on 12 Jul 1954 at Maori in London and on arrival and familiarisation with RNZN was drafted to Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–25 Jan 1955. A short spell at Philomel and was then drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955. Served in Korean waters during the period Aug 1955–Jul 1956. Remained in Pukaki until 23 Sep 1956. Drafted to Black Prince 24 Sep 1956–11 Jul 1957. After Black Prince returned to Philomel and last sea service was in Stawell 21 Sep–26 Oct 1959. DEE 11 Jul 1960. His NZ service in Korean and Malayan waters would probably allow an entitlement to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM. |
| BURROWS, James Thomas | 30464 | Brigadier | Commander Kayforce | Brigadiers List | 07/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Prebbleton, Christchurch on 14 Jul 1904. Educated in Christchurch Boys’ High School. Keen sportsman who played Cricket and Rugby representing Canterbury and became an All Black. Toured South Africa in the 1928 All Black tour. Served as an officer in the TF 1927–1939 and 1945-1950. Volunteered for service in 2 NZEF 1939–45 Served in 20 Battalion, 6 NZ Infantry Brigade, 5 NZ Infantry Brigade CBE (Mil) 1959, DSO 1942 and bar 1944, 1939–45 Star, Africa Star ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal MID, ERII Coronation Medal 1953, ED and two clasps. Emplaned NZ 7 Nov 1953 and deplaned Japan 10 Nov 1953Appointed to Kayforce 24 Oct 1953 and assumed appointment of Commander of Kayforce 28 Nov 1953–16 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Nov and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954. Re-posted to the Regular Force, 5 Jan 1955. Died Christchurch on 10 Jun 1991 aged 86 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (T and R). |
| BURROWS, Richard Marchant | 207894 | Corporal | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 06/01/2054 | Born Christchurch on 4 Oct 1923. Army service 1942–45. BCOF Japan (616518, Signalman, 2 Div Sigs) 1946–48. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. On arrival in Korea he was posted to NZ Sigs Troop. RTNZ as an OCTU Candidate emplaning Iwakuni 16 Jun 1951 and arrived in NZ on 22 Jun 1951. Embarked for Korea 20 Aug 1951. Graduated from Kayforce OCTU, 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Posted to appointment of OC Base Sigs Troop 1951–53. RTNZ on furlough Jan 1954. Embarked again for Korea 24 Feb 1954. Appointed MBE (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953). “Commanded the British Commonwealth Forward Maintenance Area Troop. Has served since January 1952. In bitter winter weather, he did not spare himself in setting a high standard of devotion to duty and has been a source of inspiration to all his men, who included British, Australian and Canadian troops”. Temporary Captain while employed as OC C Troop, 1 Commonwealth Divisional Signals Regiment, 1 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Wellington on 6 Jan 1954. Promoted Captain, 1 Aug 1954. RTNZ 17 Dec 1955. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZ Sigs, 17 Mar 1956. Regular Force Officer, 1956–65. UN Truce Supervisor, Palestine 1956–62. NZ Military Liaison Officer Korea 1962–64. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), also clasp Korea 1956–2000, UNTSO, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BURSTALL, Robert Tennison | 15263 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Palmerston North 8 Dec 1936. Enlisted in the RNZN from school 6 Jan 1955. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class on 22 Jul 1955. Drafted to Irirangi 30 Jul–1 Sep 1955 and was then sent to HMAS Cerberus 2 Sep 1955–20 Mar 1956 for further training as Radio Electrical Mechanic. Advance to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 6 Oct 1955. Returned to Philomel 21 Mar 1956 and then Irirangi 8 Apr 1956–4 Feb 1957. Drafted to Black Prince 5 Feb–3 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Was in Korean waters for only about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ probably by air 17 Feb 1958 and did not complete the full tour with Royalist. At Philomel 18 Feb–18 Jun 1958. Discharged BNPS 28 Jun 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| BURSTON, Peter Lionel | 206689 | 2nd Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Whanganui on 10 Aug 1928. Came from Flockhouse, Bulls. Attended Whanganui Collegiate School. He was in the School Cadets for four years. Attested 17 Jan 1952 for service as a Kayforce Replacement Draft in Linton Camp. Travelled to Korea by air via Australia and Japan. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 15 Apr 1952. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney Korea and travelled by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni on 18 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161, 162 and 163 Btys. Promoted Lieutenant 21 May 1953 (NZ Gazette, 23 Jul 1953) and to Temporary Captain on 20 Sep 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 18 Dec 1953. Embarked Kobe, Japan 29 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping for RTNZ via Hong Kong and Borneo to Sydney. Completed the return by air to deplane Wellington 19 Feb 1954. Served overseas one year 251 days. SOS Emergency Force and posted to HQ, RA, NZ Division, as the Liaison Officer, 13 May 1954. Posted to Reserve of Officers soon after RTNZ. Returned to Flock House, Bulls. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and later the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Paraparaumu, 23 Jan 2008 aged 80 years. |
| BURT, George Francis | 207895 | Temporary Corporal | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Dunedin on 12 May 1926. Radio Telegraphist, Post & Telegraph Department, Awarua Radio, Invercargill. Embarked on RNZAF flight 6 Oct 1950 and sent with three others to the RAAF Station at Ballarat, Northwest of Melbourne for cypher training from 6 Oct–27 Nov 1950 (Sig I.E. Dunford, Signalman D.F. Carruthers and Signalman H.S. Willenbrock). Thirteen days after his return from Australia Temporary Corporal Burt embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Corporal 1 Feb 1951, Promoted Temporary Sergeant 22 Feb 1951 while employed as cypher operator at Pusan. Attached 6 Apr 1951 to British Liaison Detachment, Taegu. Attached 10 Apr 1951 FAP to 27 Bde Signals later attached to 28 Bde Sigs. Promoted Sergeant 25 Apr 1951. Attached 5 Aug 1951 to Lines of Communication Independent Signal Squadron where he remained until 25 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 18 Jun 1952 and deplaned Wellington 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 248 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Aug 1952. Died Invercargill, 18 Oct 1999 aged 75 years. |
| BURT, Gordon John | 206130 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Timaru on 22 May 1923. Served in 2 NZEF 15th Reinforcements (Private for Infantry Reinforcements Service No 6339431). His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.15, p.23. Departed from NZ 20 Apr 1945 and returned 8 Sep 1946. Travelled to the Middle East and then sent to Japan with 5 Bde where he served in Jayforce. Discharged from 2 NZEF 21 Oct 1946. Labourer for Turnbull & Jones, Lower Hutt. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but Bty not known. Breached Routine and Standing Orders several times once being AWOL for nearly 9 days. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 4 Jun 1952 and remained on the NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 6 Jun and was discharged 17 Jun 1952 but remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Mar 1953 and returned initially to Timaru. Awarded War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Whanganui on 13 Aug 2018 in his 95th year. |
| BURT, Michael Graham | 13473 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington 14 Apr 1933. Entered RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as Seaman Boy. Initial sea service was in Bellona 17 Sep 1951–30 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed on second commission to Korea. Radar Operator. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but remained on ship until Nov 1953. Also did Radar Plot 1st Class Course at HMAS Watson 29 Jul–1 Nov 1954. Later drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and advanced Acting Leading Seaman The same day. Sailed from Auckland 28 Apr 1955 and served in Korean waters until 21 May 1955. Returned to Auckland but he remained in that ship until drafted to Royalist 11 Feb 1957 and served in that vessel during the Second Commission tour to SE Asia which included Japan and Korean waters in Oct–Nov 1957. Returned to Watson for a further course Feb–Jul 1959. Also served in Otago May 1960–Sep 1961. Towards the end of his service short sightedness contributed to his failing the board for Petty Officer but after he got glasses was able to sit again and passed. Discharged as Petty Officer from RNZN 27 Apr 1963 at the completion of his engagement. Medal entitlement not shown on file. Dates of service and engagements overseas suggest entitlement to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval GSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton, 22 May 1969 aged 36 years. Buried Hamilton Services Cemetery. |
| BURTON, Alan George | 203961 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 05/02/2053 | Born Auckland on 20 Nov 1927. Clerk at Hellaby's Meat works, Westfield, Auckland. Enlisted 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements at Auckland. Underwent training for Korea in Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland on 30 May 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking 29 Jul 1951 at Kure. Entered Korea on 17 Aug 1951. Served at 16 Fd Regt Headquarters. M/O from 16 Fd Regt HQ to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 18 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni on 31 Jan 1953 and deplaned Auckland 5 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Apr 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.402 was sent to an address in Papatoetoe on 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Served overseas one year 239 days. Living Red Beach, Hibiscus Coast, near Auckland in 2001996. Died Albany, Auckland, 3 Apr 2012 aged 84 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BURTON, John | 13079 | Lieutenant Commander (Engineering) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 13 Apr 1932. Entered the RNZN on 4 Nov 1949 as a Cadet (Engineering) and was sent to the UK for training at HMS Britannia and was held against the strength of Maori the Naval section of the New Zealand High Commission in London. Acting Sub-Lieutenant (Engineer) 1 May 1952. The Oct 1954 RNZN Navy List shows him still held at Maori. Served in Royalist Dec 1956 and was in that ship during the second deployment. Royalist left NZ 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and served in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters, the latter of which the ship was in the area about five weeks. Later served a two-year exchange with Royal Navy. Promoted Lieutenant Commander on 1 Oct 1962. Discharged RNZN from Philomel on 24 Sep 1974. Died Auckland, 28 Oct 1984 aged 52 years. Cremated at Purewa Crematorium and remains buried on North Shore. |
| BURTT, Eric William | 208474 | Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 02/01/2053 | Born Christchurch on 20 Aug 1926. Insurance clerk in Wellington before serving in BCOF Japan 1946–47 (658355, Private, Army Education & Welfare Service). Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 3 May 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland. Deplaned Iwakuni, 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Left NZ as Lance Corporal. Embarked for second TOD in Korea, 22 Apr 1953 commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, RNZA, 11 Jun 1953. Promoted Lieutenant, 11 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood approx 7.40am 28 Sep 1954. SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, in the rank of Lieutenant, 18 Jan 1955. Served in TF until 1959. Died Whangarei, 26 Jun 1996 aged 69 years. Entitled to the Following medals. NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM (R and T) and KWSM. |
| BUSBRIDGE, Michael John | 814696 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Riccarton, Christchurch 19 May 1932. Telegraphic Assistant with Post & Telegraph Department, Wellington. Served in 3 Comp Sqn RNZ Sigs (Territorial Force) from Mar 1951 until marching out to Kayforce 8 Sep 1954. Emplaned Auckland 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hasting aircraft and deplaned at Iwakuni, 16 Dec 1954. Entered Korea 6 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Jan 1955. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp, Korea 13 Mar 1955 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Discharged from Hosp 25 Mar 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 28 Oct 1955 and employed as clerk. Attached to NZ Base HQ as part of Kayforce Rifle Team, 6–24 Oct 1955. Promoted Temporary Corporal 28 Jan 1956 and appointed Corporal Clerk. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 19 Apr 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jun 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 187 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1956. Discharge Cert sent to Wellington 1 Feb 1957. Died Christchurch 5 Sep 1988, buried at Springston. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ GSM (K) and NZDSM (T and R). |
| BUSH, Boydie (Te POHE) | 568888 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Whanganui 17 Oct 1930. Labourer from Napier. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. His training for Korea was in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. M/O Burnham Camp 6pm 10 Feb 1953 for emplanement and travelled by overnight ferry from Lyttelton to Wellington. Emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 14 Feb 1953. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Attached FAP to 56 Company, RASC on 22 May 1953. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 18 Jun 1953. Promoted Corporal on 8 Apr 1954. Took part in the 1 Comwel Div Sports Day 18 Jun 1953 and achieved 3rd Place in the Shot Put with 31 feet. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. SOS Kayforce 27 Oct 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. He had to await the issue of his Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal until new stocks had arrived in New Zealand. Entitled to NZDSM. Living Christchurch 2001. Died Wellington 4 Nov 2008 aged 78 years. |
| BUSH, Douglas George (Doug) | 12525 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Cambridge, New Zealand on 19 Apr 1932. Farm boy. Enlisted in the 15th Class of Boys as Boy 2nd Class on 11 Nov 1948. After training in Tamaki his initial sea service was in Bellona. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 19 Mar 1950. Drafted to Hawea on 19 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 on the first deployment to Korea to serve with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Able Seaman on 19 Jun 1951 during Korean service. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters and was a member of Hawea’s spotting team (see Vic Pawley below). RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Also served in Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–20 Sep 1954. Drafted to Irirangi 21 Sep 1954–23 Mar 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 18 Apr 1956 and was posted to the RNZ Naval Reserve. Later issued the NZOSM and the KWSM. Living at Tauranga 2002. Died Tauranga, 14 Jul 2012 aged 80 years. |
| BUSHBY, William Douglas (Doug) | 622032 | Signalman | Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Marton 2 Jul 1931. Telegraphic operator, Chief Petty Officer Wellington. Enlisted 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953, posted to NZ Base HQ was attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 20 Apr 1953 the same as Signalman Finn. Admitted Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit 20 Apr 1953. Discharged from Med unit and attached Brit Com Z Signals unit 1 May to 4 Sep 1953. Force Maintenance Area, Seoul and again from 9 Sep 1953 to 28 Jun 1954 when he was posted to 16 Fd Regt HQ. While in Korea applied to sit the NZ Post Office General Knowledge Paper for the Department's Controlling Officer's Examination. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZ Base HQ and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA 28 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Corporal 9 Mar 1954 (adjusted to Temporary Bombardier), Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 24 Aug 1954 and to substantive Sergeant 24 Sep 1954. Granted a further 12 months extension to service in Korea 11Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (Furlough) 28 Sep 1954. 16 Fd Regt Signals. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 on Qantas for RTNZ, deplaning Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Did not return to Korea after furlough leave. Served overseas one year 189 days. SOS Kayforce 25 Nov 1954 and posted to TF unit (C Coy, 1 Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt). Posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve 30 Nov 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Served overseas one year 359 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.405 sent to Marton 1 Feb 1957. Living in Picton 1999. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BUSHER, Robert William | 208792 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/08/2052 | 07/06/2055 | Born on 10 May1930 at Kalka, a town in the Panchkula district of Haryana at 656 metres above sea level situated in the Himalayan foothills of north-west India. Medical Orderly and Bulldozer Driver for Middlemore Hospital Board. Enlisted in Kayforce 16 Apr 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 14 Aug 1954 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by Qantas via Darwin, Manila and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 17 Aug 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2–6 Oct 1954 and re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 7–21 Oct 1952. Failed to adhere to Routine & Standing Orders on a few occasions. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 16 Jan 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 20 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 22 Jan 1953 and M/I to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ 1 Sep 1953 and TSFD to X(ii) List and then to NZRTU 8 Sep 1953 and remains on X(ii) List. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 14–15 Sep 1953. Further misdemeanours during Nov and Dec 1953. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl, posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 7 Jul 1954 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 9 Aug 1954. M/O from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU SO X(ii) and TSFD to X(iv) List 21 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954 and M/I to that unit 3 Oct 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy 29 Oct 1954. Married Miss Natuko Hirasaki at Iwakuni Station Chapel, Japan, 3 Apr 1955. TSFD to NZ Roll 8 May 1955. Embarked Kure, Japan 11 May 1955 on SS Yunnan for RTNZ. Arrived New Zealand 7 Jun 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Served overseas two years 298 days. Died Auckland, 20 Mar 1995, remains interred in the services section Waikumete Cemetery, Auckland. |
| BUSSEY, Raymond William | 203981 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Auckland 6 May 1930. Accountant for Wright-Fit Shoes, Karangahape Road, at Auckland. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 (and was promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on the same day) on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin 31 Aug 1951 by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Corporal 8 Oct 1951, Transport Section Commander, C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy and to Corporal 12 Jan 1952. Attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 15 Jan 1953 but returned to the New Zealand Base Unit, 26 Jan 1953. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. SOS Kayforce 11 Jun 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Discharge Cert sent to Grey Lynn, Auckland, 1 Feb 1957. His brother advised that Ray Bussey sailed from Auckland late 1953 and was in Port Moresby, New Guinea. In 1965 Raymond Bussey enlisted in the RAAF in the rank of Pilot Officer. Later became a shop owner and died at Curra, Queensland, Australia (about 180km north of Brisbane) between 21 and 23 Aug 1987. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUTCHER, George William | 207544 | Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 27/03/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Wellington 25 Jul 1927. Civil Engineer who worked in Wellington before he was appointed to Kayforce and posted to Active Service 19 Mar 1952. OC Base Engineer Section 1952–54. Also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE (British Army). Posted to the Reserve of Officers on RTNZ. “This officer has carried out the duties of OIC, NZ Fd Engr Sec and Troop Officer in 12 Fd Sqn for the past nine months. His work throughout has been outstanding and far beyond what could reasonably be expected of his rank and service. He has had to accept heavy responsibility and long hours of work and has done so willingly and cheerfully. Has shown considerable courage and leadership on many hazardous minefield tasks forward of the FDLs. Technically sound and utterly reliable. Has been highly commended by two battalion commanders. I strongly recommend that he be granted the temporary rank of Lieutenant and would be prepared to accept him as a Tp Comd in my Sqn.” So wrote J.D. Grice Major RE, OC 12 Fd Sqn., 14 Jan 1953. Awarded Military Cross as 2nd Lieutenant (28 Fd Engr Regt RE) (London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402). Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served TF 1950–1966. Civil Engineer. Later partner in Morrison, Cooper and Partners. Colonel Commandant RNZE 1 Apr 1986–31 Mar 1993. Awarded MC, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, ED, NZDSM and KWSM. This was the last MC to be won by a RNZE officer and the only one to RNZE since the end of WWII. Trustee of the RNZE Charitable Trust 2012–2014 and a very strong supporter and worker of the Engineer Corps Memorial Centre. Died Whakatane Hospital on 16 Sep 2018 aged 91 years. His funeral service was held in St Matthews Anglican Church, on 1 Sep 2018 followed by burial in the Returned Services Section of the Riverside Cemetery, River Road, Masterton. |
| BUTCHER, John Henry | 204339 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 10/04/2054 | Born Ashurst, near Palmerston North, 26 Feb 1917. Previous service in the Army for 2½ years but when a where not yet identified. Released at his own request. Came from Pukekohe. Attested in Kayforce on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned on Teal flight 22 Jul 1952 to Sydney. Continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea on 29 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 24 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned NZ 14 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 270 days. He applied for a second term was acceptable but did not go back to Korea and was discharged 20 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUTCHER, Peter Robert | 204751 | Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ | NZ Regt | 02/09/2054 | 14/12/2056 | Born Wellington 9 Sep 1927. Barrister and Solicitor (LLM) in Auckland. 16th Reinforcements. Appointed to Kayforce and promoted Lieutenant, 25 Jun 1954. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954 and was posted to NZ Base HQ in Japan. Entered Korea 1 Oct 1954. On TOD to 1 Comwel Div on several occasions and was also attached FAP to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo and 10 Tpt Coy for periods. Temporary Captain, while employed as Legal Staff Officer, Kayforce, 1 Jan 1955. Promoted Captain 1 Apr 1955. Also acted as Judge Advocate for Kayforce. Relinquished appointment of Legal Staff Officer NZ Kayforce 24 Apr 1956. Granted eight months Leave Without Pay and embarked 26 Apr at Kure on HMT Asturias for the UK. Returned to Australia by sea and completed the journey to NZ disembarking from the MV Oronsay at Auckland 14 Dec 1956. Served overseas two years 105 days. SOS Kayforce 12 Feb 1957 and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. Later TSFD to the TF and served with the Auckland Regiment (Countess of Ranfurly's Own). Later served at HQ Field Force Command. Posted to the Retired List 29 Sep 1974. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. |
| BUTCHER, William Robert | 203939 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 20/06/2056 | Born Hamilton on 5 Apr 1929. Truck driver for NZ Express Co, at Auckland. Enlisted 26 Feb 1951 at Papakura in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 30 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Aug 1951. Admitted to 26 A.D.S. on 1 Jul 1952 and was TSFD to 8228 MASH. Discharged from 8228 MASH to 16 Fd Regt on 9 Aug 1952. Posted from 16 Fd Regt 22 Nov 1952 and M/I to NZ Base HQ and remained on the NZ Roll 12 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland on 5 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Apr 1953. Re-enlisted 16 Mar 1954. Posted to RNZASC 18 Mar 1954. Re-emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 12 Jul and entered Korea on 14 Jul 1954. Lie many others he had several breaches of military discipline inter alia failure to obey Ship’s Standing Orders and using insubordinate language. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy 15 Apr 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 1 Aug 1955 and struck off the NZ Roll. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal as Canteen NCO on 23 Aug 1955. Granted a further 12 months service on 19 Dec 1955. Granted 28 days furlough in Japan 6 Feb–4 Mar 1956. Posted to NZ Component BCFK 15 May 1956. Married Miss Sumiko Yoshioita at Kure, Japan on 4 Jun 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 13 Jun 1956. Actual date of emplanement in Japan for RTNZ not known but may have been 17 Jun 1956. RTNZ on 20 Jun 1956 and deplaned Auckland 20 Jun 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Total service in Korea three years 243 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Aug 1956. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BUTLER-AUGUST, Taihuka Rui Wiremu | 204051 | Driver | HQ Div Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Opotiki on 13 Jan 1929. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force as Tai Butler-Aug. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for a two to three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon and served mostly in this unit. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Aug 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 30 Aug 2014 aged 84 years. His tangi was at Otuwhare Marae–Omaio between Opotiki and Te Kaha. |
| BUTLER, Colin Handley | 206990 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Wellington on 15 Oct 1930. Employed as a labourer for Wonder Distributors, Palmerston North. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA on 10 Mar 1953. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 29 Mar–7 Apr 1953 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 19 Mar 1954, Driver /Op: to Temporary Bombardier on 16 Jun 1954 Troop Signals NCO and to Bombardier on 1 Sep 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Sep 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 11 Sep 1954 and remains on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney deplaning at Harewood on 28 Sep 1954. Served overseas for one year 209 days. SOS Kayforce 26 Nov 1954. Discharge Cert sent to Aramoho, Whanganui, 1 Feb 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM and NZGSM (K). Died Opunake 26 Oct 2016 aged 86 years. |
| BUTLER, Donald George Alfred | 206448 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Palmerston North on 24 Feb 1929. Previous service in RNZN as Acting Leading Steward. Sheet metal worker for Sheet Metal Productions, Palmerston North. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951 at Palmerston North. His training for Korea was conducted in Linton Camp. Posted to Active Service 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 26 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 28 Aug 1951. M/I to HQ Div Tpt Pltn 28 Aug 1951. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Feb 1952. was in 16 Fd Regt 18–27 Mar 1952 then returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O to Div HQ Tpt Pltn and C.T.B.A to 10 Tpt Coy on 8 Apr 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland on 18 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 230 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 May 1953. Discharge Cert No.410 sent to Palmerston North on 1 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton 11 Sep 1991 aged 62 years. |
| BUTLER, Frank Ernest Craddock | 14221 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Palmerston North 26 Sep 1935. Enlisted late 1952 as Stoker (Boy's Service) aged 16. Served in Bellona before drafted to Kaniere. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Involved in the Han River when the ship was attacked by Communist forces. Also served at Inchon and the Imjin River area. Injured during service in Korea (broken neck resulting from a prank by another serviceman–hammock spreader was rigged up to fail as soon as body weight was applied). Returned to Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Was returned to NZ, possibly before the date Kaniere RTNZ and discharged as Below Naval Physical Standards (BNPS) which is noted in his discharge papers. Living at Albany, Auckland, 2006. Awarded UN Korea Medal and entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| BUTLER, Laurence Ramos | 206449 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Manaia, Taranaki on 6 Aug 1928. Previous service in the RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Served in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni on 18 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 29 Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953 in poor health. Spent some time in hospital on his RTNZ. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.410 was sent 1 Feb 1957 to an address in Manaia, Taranaki. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Pukekohe in 2004. Died Pukekohe 30 May 2017 aged 88 years. |
| BUTLER, Trevor John | 337593 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/06/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Born Carlton, Victoria, Australia, 11 Jan 1930. Painter from Devonport who married just before going to Korea. Attested 27 Jan 1953 for service in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953. Posted from NZRTU to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Employed as a Signals linesman at HQ 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Had several problems adhering to written and standing orders. RTNZ on compassionate reasons emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954. Deplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 230 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to KWSM. |
| BUTLER, William Harold | 203620 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | No early details available. Previous service in British Merchant Navy. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. After training in Waiouru and Papakura embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Gun Number in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and travelled by air via Manila to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 22 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Jul 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Went to Waitara where his fiancé lived. |
| BUTT, Raymond Neil | 33411 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Timaru on 28 Jun 1930. Served in the RNZEME, Regular Force from 1947 to mid-1949. Vehicle Mechanic at Southern Districts Electrical and Mechanical Workshop at Burnham. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. During his refreshment training for Korea he attended and passed a 16mm Movie Projectionist Course. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then flew by Qantas to Japan via Papua New Guinea and Guam deplaning Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Served in 16 Fd Regtl HQ as a Dispatch Rider and also as film projectionist. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 262 days. SOS Kayforce 5 Jul 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Revisited Korea in Jul 2003. Living in Auckland in 2003. President Auckland Branch NZKVA 2006. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| BUTTERS, Bruce James | 206618 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 14/11/2053 | Born Whanganui on 19 May 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements on 27 Sep Apr 1951. His civil trade was a saddler. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 at Sydney on HMT Devonshire for Japan. Disembarked Kure, 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 28 Mar 1952. Attached FAP to Britannia Camp (the Commonwealth Division’s transit facility for repatriated Commonwealth POWs) 2 May–18 Jul 1952. Did not adhere to Routine and Standing Orders and spent some time in detention. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 28 Sep 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 3 Oct 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll on 14 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 14 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 288 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Whanganui in 1996. Died Whanganui, 14 Aug 2006 aged 76 years. |
| BUTTERS, Cecil | 12744 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Terrington St Clement, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England 30 Sep 1916. Awarded Educational Certificate for Accelerated Advancement in the Royal Navy in Jul 1934. Served in all rates from Able Seaman to Chief Petty Officer Electrician in the Royal Navy through WWII. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori in London on 24 Apr 1949. Served in Tutira 1 Jan 1950–to 3 Nov 1950 and TSFD to Pukaki 4 Nov 1950 until 29 Jan 1951. Both ships which sailed from Auckland on the same day and both served mainly on the west coast Korean waters. Pukaki RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Also served in Philomel and in Olphert in Wellington as Sea Cadet Instructor. DEE 7 May 1957. Died 24 Oct 1987 at Lower Hutt. Cremated at Karori Crematorium. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. WWII Ships and medals not known. |
| BUTTERWORTH, Raymond | 13332 | Steward | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Shaw, Oldham, Lancashire, England 8 Jan 1926. Employed as a Little Piecer (a joiner of broken pieces of thread in a weaving or similar machine) in the fabric industry. Previous service in the Royal Navy (P/LX 702571) from 24 May 1944 when he entered as an Assistant Steward. Served in the Hunt-class destroyer HMS Avondale operating from near Alexandria. Advanced to Steward 5 Sep 1945. Located at HMS Braganza (Bombay–now Mumbai) 11 Sep 1945 and served in LST 3031 retuning to the UK in early 46. Also served in Victory, Mercury and Victory II shore stations. Also served in HMS Theseus (a light fleet carrier) 29 Jan–16 Apr 1950. Entered RNZN at Maori as a Steward 26 Jan 1951. Underwent familiarisation at both Philomel and Tamaki and was drafted to Taupo 20 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland for Korea 29 Aug 1951 and travelled via Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong to Japan. Served mainly on Korean west coast waters. RTN 21 Oct 1952 but he stayed with his ship until 25 Jan 1953. Also served in Black Prince, Bellona, Black Prince a second time and Lachlan 28 Nov 1955–24 Sep 1956. DEE 25 Jan 1957. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Italy Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Auckland in 2004. Died Auckland 20 Jul 2011 aged 85 years. |
| BUTTOLPH, Angus John Mitchell (Jack) | 12854 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born New Plymouth 4 Jul 1930. Window cleaner before enlisting in the RNZN on 13 Jan 1949 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Served in Bellona 3 Sep 1949–22 Aug 1951. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Jul 1951 while serving in Bellona. Drafted to Taupo 23 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland for Korean waters six days later. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but remained with Taupo until 25 Jan 1953. In Tamaki 26 Jan 1953–26 Sep 1954. Served in Black Prince 27 Sep–9 Dec 1954. DEE 12 Jan 1955. Posted to Inactive Reserve 13 Jan 1955. Went to Wairoa, Hawkes Bay. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| BUTTON, Edward James (Jim) | 11418 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 19/08/2051 | Born Petone, 9 Apr 1931. Enlisted in RNZN 13 Mar 1947. Drafted to Rotoiti and sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters. Awarded Distinguished Service Medal (London Gazette, 23 May 1952, p.2788). (Assault on Observation post and suspected machine gun post in Chinnampo estuary.) The recommendation for a gallantry award reads: “Able Seaman Button is strongly recommended for an award for outstanding bravery and offensive spirit in a successful attack on an enemy post, made along a beach and up a fifty-foot cliff. During this attack, he never deviated from a direct path to his objective and upon arrival captured the position, killing one opponent and capturing two, after which he coolly retreated under fire bringing his prisoners with him.” This resulted in the award of the Distinguished Service Medal. Able Seaman Button took passage on SS Taiping for RTNZ. Received Korea and UN Korea medal ribbons only while on course at HMAS Cerberus, Williamstown, Australia, as there was a shortage of medals to issue. Regular serviceman 1947–68. Later Chief Petty Officer. DEE 8 Apr 1968. Recommended for US Bronze Star but this was not approved. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, also British Empire Medal (1965), RN LS&GC Medal and later NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living Orewa 2004. Died at Red Beach, Orewa, 16 Jan 2010. |
| BYERS, Joseph Alexander | 12587 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Great Brongton, Cumberland, UK, 10 Apr 1928. Employed as a lorry-driver’s mate before he entered the RN on 3 Oct 1945 as a Boy 1st Class with Service No D/KX 775060. Underwent initial training at HMS Royal Arthur and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer on 9 Oct 1945. Also served in HMS Duke (shore station) and HMS Imperieuse (a floating training establishment) and HMS Drake (shore station). Drafted to HMS Welfare (minesweeper) based at HMS St Angelo (Malta) 3 Apr 1946 and advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 9 Oct 1946. This vessel returned to Britain in Oct 1947 and was stationed at HMS Loch invar (Firth of Forth) where he advanced to Stoker Mechanic 1 Oct 1947 then to HMS Tyne a depot ship. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 16 Apr 1948. Entered the RNZN at Maori (soon to be re-named Cook) as Stoker Mechanic on 30 Jan 1949. Drafted to HMS Loch Katrine 4 May 1949 which was re-named HMNZS Tutira then TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949. Again drafted to Rotoiti 18 Oct 1950 but this ship had left NZ on 7 Oct 1950. It is not known how he joined this ship. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Drafted to Philomel 4 Dec 1951–15 Jan 1953 then to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953. Served in Tamaki 27 Sep 1954–10 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 29 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| BYERS, William | 203745 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Glen Massey, near Ngaruawahia, on 17 Sep 1926. Employed as a brewer for Innes Co, of Hamilton. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950 and underwent training for Korea in Waiouru Camp. Married 17 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951 and served in HQ Troop, 161 Bty. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ in Oct 1951. CTBA NZ Base HQ and M/I to 16 Fd Regt on 2 Nov 1951. All his service was in 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 8 Jun 1942. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 18 Jun 1952 and deplaned at Auckland 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 14 Aug 1952. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Wellington, 10 Jun 1984 aged 55 years. Cremated at Karori Crematorium. |
| BYNG, George Albert | 14743 | Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK, 5 Aug 1916. Served in the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Division with Service No MX 48893 from 5 Aug 1934 to 7 Aug 1946 and reengaged to complete time for pension. During his service in the RN he served in some well-known ships, like the battleship HMS Nelson (1936–37), the Heavy cruiser HMS Suffolk (1937–Apr 1940) and was in HMS King George V (Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class) during the hunting and sinking of the Bismarck on 26–27 May 1941. HMS Formidable was his next ship but it appears that he was moved from this vessel when it was at Simonstown Naval Base in 1942. George Byng was next at HMS Tana (Kilindini), a shore station near Mombasa in Kenya. He also served in HMS Caradoc and HMS Duke of York in 1947. He enlisted in the RNZN on 16 Mar 1953 as Engine Room Artificer 5th Class and advanced on successive days to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class. George Byng's first sea service in the RNZN was in Bellona and after some 10 months was drafted to Kaniere on 16 Jun 1954 and served in Korean waters Nov 1954 to Mar 1955. He later served in Black Prince, then in Royalist during the 2nd commissioning in Malaysian/ Japanese and Korean waters where he advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer. He also served in Rotoiti. His combined service in the RN and RNZN was rewarded with the Naval LS&GC Medal on 27 Mar 1955. George Byng was Discharged to RA on 15 Mar 1963. Died Wellington 6 Nov 1984. In 2004 his family claimed medals for his service with the RNZN and the following were issued after naming. NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). His WWII medals may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Defence Medal and War Medal. |
| BYRNE, Patrick Joseph | 211373 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Goray, Ireland 9 Jul 1925. Served in the British Merchant Navy 1942-1950. Lineman employed by Wellington City Council then Piston Rings Ltd, Wellington. Attested 16 Jun 1954 for service with Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Entered Waiouru 15 Jun 1954 as a Signalman RNZ Sigs. Emplaned 12 Oct 1954 at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to RNZASC 20 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. Had some minor brushes with military law. Posted to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. When on this ship was asked his name by the CO 1 RAR. His answer “I can't tell you - it’s a secret,” or words to that effect, resulted in a fine. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged 31 May 1956. Discharge Cert sent to Wellington 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert is still at NZDF Pers Archives. Lived at Titahi Bay, Porirua. Died 27 Sep 2003 aged 78 years. |
| BYRNE, William John | 208275 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/07/2053 | Born Onehunga on 1 Jan 1925. Previous service in the Northern Military District Home Guard during WWII from 1942 (Private) (An attestation form signed in 1943 shows Home Guard service for one year before the date of signing attestation form.) Also service in BCOF Japan (638989, Private. 2 Divisional Provost Company) from 30 Jul 1946 to 27 Aug 1947. Farm hand from Devonport. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy. Involved in the myriad of transport tasks allotted to 10 Tpt Coy during his service in Korea. Emplaned 4 Jul 1953 Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 8 Jul 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.416 was sent to an address in Christchurch on 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living at Upper Hutt in 2001. Died Nelson 26 Oct 2008 aged 83 years. |
| BYRON, Arthur Albert George | 206663 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Christchurch on 2 Oct 1925. Previous service of nearly two years in RNZAF (Service No 461267, Leading Aircraftman). Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a gun number. Battery not known. Promoted Lance Bombardier 4 Mar 1953. Later Bombardier while employed as Gun 2i/c and was Section Bombardier then Sergeant while holding appointment of Gun No.1. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ via Port Moresby and Sydney. Arrived Wellington on Teal flight 11 Nov 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jan 1954. Discharge Cert sent to Wellington 1 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Wellington 2001. |
| CABRAL, Anthony | 923373 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Dunedin 8 Nov 1929. Painter and papering for S.F.A Burn, Dunedin. Attested 27 Nov 1953 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1943 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan by Qantas of BCPA via Port Moresby and Guam deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea on 4 May 1953. Posted to HQ Platoon, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Had several early problems with military law. Was employed as personal driver for Chaplain N.C. Cashman for some of his stay in Korea. TSFD from driving and supply issuer to cook (untrained but did the job well) for some 50 men from May 1954 until his departure for RTNZ in Oct 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 3 Oct 1954 Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ 10 Jan 1955 and deplaned Auckland on 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 267 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Mar 1955. Discharge Cert No.421 was sent to an address in Dunedin on 13 Feb 1957. Applied to join the Regular Force in his old trade as a Painter and Paperhanger but this did not progress. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin, 29 Dec 2004 aged 75 years. |
| CADELL, John Frederick | 15497 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Peshawar, India, 6 Dec 1929. Royal Navy officer on loan for two and a half-years’ service which commenced on 18 Nov 1955 when he signed on at Maori in London. His seniority as a Lieutenant dated from 16 Dec 1951. Drafted to Kaniere on 30 Dec 1955. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to join 3rd Frigate Squadron in Singapore and served in Korea. On RTNZ 8 May 1957 stayed in Kaniere until 22 Oct 1957. Appointed to Black Prince 24 Oct 1957–3 Mar 1958. Returned to Maori on 4 Mar 1958 and reverted to the RN on 8 May 1958. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CAGUE, Erling Desmond | 888288 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Kurow 24 May 1931. Shop Assistant for NZ Farmers at Ashburton. Ex Territorial Force. Attested 18 Jun 1953 in Kayforce at Ashburton. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and thence to Japan by civil air Qantas. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and was posted to 16 Fd Regt to 163 Bty15 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 20 Nov 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP to Brit Comwel Training Depot for month long Physical Training Course 20 May–16 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 29 Jun 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 25 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Flew by Teal aircraft and deplaned Harewood 26 Nov 1954 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 23 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jan 1955 and posted to a TF Unit. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch, 21 Aug 1995 aged 64 years. |
| CAHILL, Brian Yorston | 5810 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland 19 Apr 1924. Enlisted as an Ordinary Seaman in the NZ Division of the RN on 3 Sep 1942, 'for the duration of hostilities'. 'Loaned' to HMNZS Awatere and HMNZS Killegray (minesweepers) for a short time and the Danlayer HMNZS Nora Niven. Danlayers worked in conjunction with the minesweepers and their task was to place marker buoys, or dans, to define the swept areas. Brian Cahill was sent to the UK in Jan 1944. Served at HMS Drake and then served in HMS Zambezi (a Z-class destroyer) from 30 Apr–19 Nov 1944. In Aug HMS Zambezi was part of the screen for the battleship HMS Duke of York and the aircraft carriers Indefatigable, Formidable and Furious during series of air strikes on the German battleship Tirpitz in Kaafjord, Norway. In Oct a similar operation was carried out during air operations over Norway and a photo reconnaissance against the Tirpitz now anchored near Tromso, Norway. In Nov Zambezi was again part of a screen for the cruisers HMS Kent and HMS Bellona during an attack on German convoy KS357 off Norway. Two freighters and five of the six escorting warships are sunk. For this service he was awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. He also received some Prize Money for this service. After the war Brian Cahill re-joined the RNZN as an Able Seaman on 12 May 1949 and advanced on successive days to Leading Seaman then to Acting Petty Officer. Drafted to Bellona 28 May 1949 and advanced to Petty Officer on 8 Feb 1950. Served in Tamaki and Philomel and attended courses at HMAS Cerberus from 20 Mar to 19 May 1951. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from NZ for service in Korean waters on 2 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on escort and patrolling duties. DEE 11 May 1955 and went to Panmure, Auckland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CAIRNS, Robert Murray | 207723 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Ashburton 22 Aug 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Marched into Kayforce in Burnham Camp 29 Aug 1950 but was discharged 18 Dec 1950. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Attached to 16 Fd Regt as Driver RNZASC. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned at Wellington 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jul 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.423 sent to Ashburton 13 Feb 1957. Died Ashburton, 14 Oct 1991 aged 63 years. |
| CAIRNS, Russell George | 207707 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Christchurch 7 Jul 1929. Civil occupation, Clerk. Applied to join RF in 1949 but was rejected on medical grounds. Enlisted in Kayforce at Christchurch on 29 Aug 1950. Trained for Korea in Burnham and Waiouru. Attended Officers Selection Course at Army Schools, Trentham, then continued OCTU at School of Artillery. Waiouru. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde as a Gunner, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan 31 Dec 1950 and was in NZ Base HQ. Gunner 16 Fd Regt in Survey Section RHQ. Also served in 162 Bty and in E Troop, 163 Bty. Admitted Norwegian MASH 27 Oct 1951 then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged on 18 Dec 1951 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. He also applied for an appointment as a Guard at UN HQ but was informed that, “…Kayforce personnel could not be accepted until their period of service had ended and they were released from Kayforce.” M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 4 Jun 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, KWSM and entitled to NZDSM. Served overseas one year 220 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Sep 1952. He applied for enlistment in the Regular Force but was rejected on medical grounds. Living in Rangiora 2000. Died Christchurch 13 Oct 2016 aged 88 years. |
| CALDOW, Donald Alexander | 203511 | Staff Sergeant | NZ Base HQ Pay & Records Sec | RNZ Provost Corps | 10/12/2050 | 21/10/2052 | Born 11 Jun 1923. Served during WWII in Mobilised Territorial Force 10 Jan–17 Aug 1942 and again 29 Jan-to 3 Mar 1943 when he joined the Temporary Staff until 4 Jan 1945 (Service No 450428). Embarked for Italy 5 Jan 1945 as Sergeant Pay Corps and then served with 5 Brigade in Japan until Sep 1946. RTNZ 1947. Shipping clerk for Fisher and Paykel at Auckland. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in Kayforce Main Body. Promoted Temporary Bombardier then to Sergeant, Temporary Staff Sergeant before leaving New Zealand. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Provost Corps attached to 16 Fd Regt. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Attached FAP to NZ HQ Kure Japan and was involved in several TODs to 16 Fd Regt. RTNZ on DC4 aircraft (a six-day trip) for officer training course. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 19 Jul 1951. Re-embarked on Teal flight for Korea 6 Aug 1951. Temporary Lieutenant while holding appointment as 2i/c NZ Pay & Records Section, 28 Mar 1952. Sent on TOD to 1 Comwel Div (possibly to look after pay matters for NZ personnel at that HQ). RTNZ embarking in HMNZS Taupo at Sasebo, Japan. Arrived Auckland 21 Oct 1952. SOS Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Lyttelton, 23 Jun 1983 aged 60 years. Buried Ruru Cemetery. |
| CALDWELL, John Joseph | 208972 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 30/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Edendale, Southland, 7 Jul 1929. Bulldozer Driver. Enlisted 10 Mar 1954 in Kayforce 15th Reinforcements. Emplaned Christchurch 30 Jun 1954 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and onwards to Japan by civil aircraft via Guam. Entered Japan, deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 23 Aug 1954 and posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 16 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for travel to New Zealand. Deplaned Whenuapai 20 Jan 1956 and was provided transport to the South Island. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Mar 1956. Served overseas one year 205 days. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Clyde, 9 Feb 1997 aged 67 years. Possibly a brother of Robert Melvin Caldwell q.v. |
| CALDWELL, Robert Melvin | 206451 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Edendale, Southland, 23 Jun 1928. Also WWII Service in British Army,1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence and War Medal. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni Japan 28 Aug 1951. There is a conflict as to when he actually arrived in Korea as one part of his record states 30 Aug 1951 and other states he entered Korea 3 Feb 1952. Did he go to Japan on TOD and then return to Korea? Served in 10 Tpt Coy and was also attached as a driver to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt wef 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 10 Jun 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Aug 1953 soon after RTNZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch, 6 Jun 1966. Buried Edendale, Southland. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Possibly a brother of John Joseph Caldwell q.v. |
| CALLAGHAN, John Richard | 204710 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/12/2053 | 01/01/1970 | Born Willington, Derbyshire, UK, 26 Apr 1928. Previous service in the British Army in the Durham Light Infantry Cadet Corps from 6 Jun 1946-Sep 1948 served in the Durham Light Infantry Regt (14177703) as Regimental Policeman. Came to New Zealand and was employed as a Traffic Clerk for the Wellington Tramways (WCC). Enlisted in Papakura Camp and attested 18 Aug 1953 in Kayforce 10th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jan 1954. Accidentally injured 17 Mar 1954 and admitted to 25 Canadian FDS (injured Vertebrae). Discharged Canadian FDS 1 May 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP to 25 Canadian NCO School 27 Jun 1954 (Battle School at Ui Jon Bu). CTBA to Canadian NCO School 8 Aug 1954. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area North 20 Aug 1954 (UN Honour Guard). M/I 16 Fd Regt 31 Oct 1954 and CTBA Brit Com Sub Area North. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 11 Nov 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Discharge in Canada approved. Noted that he had done good service in the NZ Army. Embarked Yokohama 14 Jun 1955 for passage to Canada. Discharged in Canada 13 Aug 1955. Served overseas one year 175 days. Joined Canadian Rocky Mountain Rangers Militia 1956. Living in British Columbia in 2003. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). |
| CALLAHAN, Brian Francis | 206607 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Gisborne 10 Feb 1928. Previous service in Army. Served in BCOF Japan with Service No 829043. Embarked and sailed from NZ on 15 Jul 1947. Served in 2 Battalion 1947 and 3 Battalion in 1948. RTNZ 10 Aug 1948. SOS Jayforce 15 Sep 1948. Labourer from Hastings. Next-of-kin Mrs A. Callahan (mother) Hastings. (Embarkation Roll WWII). Later painter and paperhanger in Wellington. Enlisted Wellington 21 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Posted to RNZASC in Linton during his training in that Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 2 Sep 1951 and employed in C Platoon and Workshop Platoon. Accidentally injured with petrol burns to arms and face. Admitted Norwegian MASH 30 Mar 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 3 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 23 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days. Discharged 27 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living at Rotorua in 1996. Died Rotorua, 1 Apr 2006 aged 77 years. |
| CALLAHAN, John William | 33023 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 03/12/2055 | 02/11/2056 | Born Gisborne 3 Oct 1924. Served in RNZAF from 14 Jan 1944 and completed training at Rongotai and Levin. Posted to No.3 Sqn, Solomon Islands 1 Oct 1944 to 2 May 1945. Promoted Leading Aircraftman 1 May 1945. Posted to Jacquinot Bay, New Britain 30 May 1945. RTNZ 4 Oct 1945. Discharged from RNZAF 14 Jul 1946. Enlisted in the Army 1 Apr 1947 for service in BCOF, Japan. Posted to 2nd Relief and sailed on HMNZT Dunera on 15 Jul 1947. Promoted Acting Corporal for duration of voyage to Japan. M/I to 2 Bn NZ Infantry Regiment, Japan 2 Aug 1947. Attached to HQ, British Commonwealth Occupation Force at Eta Jun on 30 Oct 1947. Embarked on the ship Westralia 30 Dec 1947 for RTNZ. Disembarked 24 Jan 1948 and was discharged 2 Mar 1948. Re-enlisted in Army 8 Nov 1948 and posted to RNZEME MT Workshop, Trentham Camp. TSFD to RNZASC as Driver on 1 Apr 1949, promoted Temporary Lance Corporal at Transport Section NZ Army Schools, Trentham 31 Aug 1949. Discharged from Army 28 Feb 1951. Civil occupation before re-joining Army, Driver for Gisborne Transport Ltd Regular Force soldier, vehicle mechanic. Enlisted in Kayforce 14 Oct 1955. Emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) for passage to Sydney then by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955. Entered Korea and posted to 10 Tpt Coy, Korea, 15 Dec 1955. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon as clerk on 15 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 2 Nov 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Dec 1956. Re-enlisted in Army 18 Jul 1957 as Private and posted to 1 Bn NZ Regt at Linton Camp. Embarked Wellington on TSS Captain Cook for passage to Singapore. Served in Malaya based at Ipoh. B Coy. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ issued on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Embarked Penang on TSS Captain Cook on 16 Dec 1959 for RTNZ. Discharged from the Army 8 Mar 1960. Medal entitlement 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45 and GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Gisborne 27 Jun 1981 aged 55 years. |
| CALLANDER, Douglas John | 30503 | Lieutenant | HQ 1 Comwel Div | NZ Regt | 12/08/2053 | 02/06/2055 | Born Waimate, South Canterbury, on 13 Jun 1927. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 18 Jan 1951. Seniority as Lieutenant from 8 Jan 1950. Appointed to Kayforce 6 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA via Darwin, Manila, Guam to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 15 Aug 1953. Employed with “Crown Radio News” at HQ Div Rear. Promoted Captain in Kayforce late 1954. Also served at HQ NZ Kayforce at Kure in Japan. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight from Iwakuni to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Emergency Force 14 Jun 1955 and reposted to the Regular Force in the rank of Lieutenant, 26 Jun 1955. TSFD to RNZAEC, Education Officer, SMD 1955. Discharged from the Army in Feb 1956. National Secretary NZ Korea Veterans Association 2000–13. Provided considerable impetus to see 1st edition this roll completed in 3013. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), Appointed MNZM, QB Hons 2005. Living Johnsonville 2013. Died Johnsonville, Wellington on 12 Oct 2019 aged 92 years. Doug was well travelled in NZ and overseas and had many friends worldwide. A funeral service was held for Doug was held on 21 Oct 2019 at the Lychgate Funeral Service, Johnsonville Road, Wellington, followed by private cremation. |
| CALLAWAY, Peter Harlen | 34271 | Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 25/02/2053 | 25/11/2053 | Born Palmerston North 14 Sep 1932. Enlisted as a Regular Force Cadet in Allen Class 1950. Regular Force soldier. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued the journey to Korea by civil air via Manila to deplane at Iwakuni, Japan on 28 Feb 1953. Entered Korea 4 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 10 Field Hygiene Section, 14 Apr 1953. Employed in NZ Base HQ. TSFD to NZ Roll circa 15 Nov 1954 and emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 245 days. SOS Kayforce 26 Dec 1953 and reposted to the Regular Force. Later commissioned Lieutenant and served as Administration Officer, Services Medical Team, South Vietnam Apr 1967-Feb 1968. Discharged from Defence Headquarters, Wellington, with rank of Major on 2 Feb 1971. Living in Thames 2004. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Vietnam Medal, NZ GSM (Warlike) clasp ‘Vietnam’ and Vietnamese campaign Medal. Died Thames 18 Jun 2009 aged 76 years. Buried in the RSA Section of the Totara Memorial Park Cemetery, Thames. |
| CALLINICOS, Demetrios James | 206299 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Napier 16 Nov 1928. Mechanic at Napier Service Station. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl as a driver. Served from Pusan to North of the 38th Parallel then back to eventual armistice line. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while holding appointment 2i/c Transport Section. Reverted to Driver Nov 1951. Accidentally injured as a passenger in Dodge 15 cwt vehicle TYSFD from HQ 10 Tpt Coy RNZASC to C Platoon. Thrown out of vehicle when it hit a rut and suffered concussion, multiple bruising and lacerations. Admitted to Norwegian MASH 27 Jan 1952. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 2 Mar 1952. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.64 p.5) Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by BCPA charter plane to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 24 May 1952 from a Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1952 and returned to Napier. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taradale 28 Oct 2011 aged 83 years. |
| CAMBIE, Kerry Colin | 327580 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/03/2054 | 14/12/2055 | Born Wellington 28 Jul 1932. Employed as a driver for Northern Roller Mills, Auckland. Served in Territorial Force, 1 Fd Regt RNZA then to D Company, 1 Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt. Enlisted 27 Oct 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 9 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney then by civil air to Japan. Entered Japan 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy, TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and remained on the NZ Roll 6 May 1955. Attached to HQ British Forces Korea and appointed Commander's Driver 8 Aug–5 Sep 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ 9 Dec 1955. Deplaned Auckland 14 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 222 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Feb 1956 and posted Territorial Force. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.428 was sent to an Auckland address on 13 Feb 1957. Died Whakatane, 23 Apr 1995 aged 63 years. Awarded UN Korea Medal and entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CAMERON, Alexander James Edward | 15400 | Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born 26 Sep 1938. Entered the RNZN on 26 May 1955. After initial training he was drafted to Kaniere 11 Sep 1956 as an Acting Cook (Seamen). Kaniere was already in Korea so it is presumed that he was flown up to join her. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) on 26 Jan 1957. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957. He then served in Endeavour 2 Nov 1957–7 Jan 1958 and may have sailed to Antarctica in the summer replenishment voyages. He also served in Philomel, Irirangi, Royalist (advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) on 11 Jan 1959, disrated 12 Sep 1959). Sent to Britain to be a member of the ship’s company of Otago on 11 May 1960. Otago was commissioned on 22 Jun 1960 and arrived in NZ in Jan 1961. He later served once more in Royalist. DEE on 5 Sep 1964. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CAMERON, Allan Bruce | 34362 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Nelson 15 Apr 1932. Ex Regular Force Cadet, Allen Class 1950 and Regular Force for 18 months. Emplaned 28 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled on by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 1 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1954. Marched into NZRTU from NZ on 3 Jul 1954. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Oct 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ 19 Jan 1955. Promoted Lance Corporal then Corporal and on return to RNZA re-mustered as a Bombardier. TSFD back to RNZA 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan, on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Mar 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent to Auckland 13 Feb 1957. Re-joined Regular Force 21 Mar 1956 and posted to 1 NZ Regt. Later posted to Defence Secretariat, Parliament Building, Wellington, 9 Jul 1957 to 12 Jun 1959. Posted to Army HQ, Wellington as Corporal Chief Clerk, 15 Jun 1959. Discharged from Army 14 Nov 1959. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Auckland 15 Sep 1979, aged 46 years. Buried North Shore Services Cemetery. |
| CAMERON, Archibald Cochran | 1904 | Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Govan, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, 4 Jul 1918. Employed as a boilermaker before he entered the NZ Division of the Royal Navy 4 May 1940 on a 12-year engagement. From the time of his entry to Jun 1946 he served in Philomel, Achilles or Gambia. In Sep 1943 Achilles was damaged by Japanese bombers and he then TSFD to Gambia while Achilles was in dockyard hands in Britain. At the end of Jan 1944 Gambia was in service in the Indian Ocean and later came to NZ before operating from Manus Island with the British Pacific Fleet. Arch Cameron was probably in Gambia in Tokyo Bay when the Japanese signed the surrender documents. Gambia came back to NZ and after refit sailed for Sydney and onto Britain where she was handed back to the RN. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) on 27 Feb 1946. While in Britain he was in HMS Drake (Stone frigate) and then drafted to Bellona 14 Sep 1946 and was a member of the crew to bring this ship to NZ. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Permanent) on 27 Feb 1947. Served in Arbutus, Arabis and Kiwi. Arch Cameron was in Philomel when rating system was changed and he was shown as Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic (Temporary) 26 Aug 1948 and Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic the following day. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Feb 1949 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 27 Aug 1949 and to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 28 Aug 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 Jul 1950 and with Pukaki sailed from Auckland, Auckland, to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 28 Aug 1950. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but he remained in his ship until 15 Sep 1951. Served in Philomel then drafted to Hawea 4 Oct 1951–10 Mar 1952. DEE 3 May 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CAMERON, Barry Malcolm John | 15206 | Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 27/07/2057 | Born Te Puke 24 Feb 1937. Employed as a Post & Telegraph Department driver before he entered the RNZN as an Assistant Steward on 24 Feb 1955. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was sent to HMAS Cerberus for further training in his trade. Served in Philomel, Black Prince and advanced to Steward 30 May 1955. Also served in Hawea and Rotoiti before drafting on 27 Mar 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Singapore and Malayan waters. Several Stewards were replaced in Singapore by Chinese from Hong Kong and so did not serve in the Japanese or Korean area but were returned to NZ from Singapore. He appears to have returned early as his posting card shows Philomel 28 Jul 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. Later served in Black Prince again and in Stawell. Discharged BNPS 10 Mar 1958. Died 22 Sep 1966 aged 60 years. Did not qualify for the NZGSM (K). |
| CAMERON, Frederick Ronald | 208924 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/11/2053 | 16/05/2055 | Born Dunedin 31 Oct 1928. Fitter & Turner, Union Steamship Company, Dunedin. Enlisted 15 Jun 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements and emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 7 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 29 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in mainly in Imjin River area. Promoted Lance Corporal during tour. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Kobe for embarkation. Embarked Kobe, Japan 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping for return to Sydney. Completed journey to Harewood, deplaning 16 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Aug 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.430 sent 13 Feb 1957 to his address in Karitane, Dunedin. |
| CAMERON, Kenneth Neil | 13213 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Wyndham, Southland 6 Mar 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN 19 Jan 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training he was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953–26 May 1954. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 and his first patrol in a war zone was on 25 Apr 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Royalist continuously 1956–1958 and served in Korean and Japanese waters and during the latter part of the Emergency in Malaya as Leading Seaman. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 1 Jun 1957 and to Petty Officer on 1 Jun 1958. Selected for officer training and was sent to the UK for training as an officer cadet and attended a SD Officers Course at the RN College Greenwich. Confirmed in the rank of Sub-Lieutenant 8 Nov 1961. Again served in Royalist in 1962. Returned to the UK for a Long Navigators Course Oct 1964 and for a two-year exchange with the RN. On RTNZ served in Philomel, Mako then Kiama as Exec Officer. Lieutenant in Otago in Malaysian waters during Confrontation on 22 Sep 1965–26 Oct 1966. Also served as Executive Officer in Endeavour. Later promoted Lieutenant Commander and served in Waikato as Navigating Officer Jul 1970. On loan service to Singapore Armed Forces Maritime Command for one-year Jul 1973 then attached HQ NZ FORSEA as SO2 Navy Sep 1974. RTNZ Oct 1975. Appointed to Taranaki 16 Jan 1976 as XO and was then in Command 27 Jun 1977. Appointed MBE 1977. In Feb 1979 was on the on the staff of Chief of Naval Staff as Director of Operations. Retired 1982 as Commander having completed 32 years’ service. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’; GSM 1962, clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’; NZGSM (NE), NZGSM (K), PJM and KWSM. Living Devonport, Auckland, 2008. |
| CAMERON, Leslie James | 593956 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Kaponga, Taranaki 2 Mar 1930. Previous service in RNZAF 1946 for about six months but had to return to the family farm as father was most unwell. Enlisted 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 3 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney, then flew by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 May 1953 and entered Korea 16 May 1953 and M/I to 10 Tp Coy the same day. He then moved to Base Camp at Kure, Japan. Driver in A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Was involved in carrying rations, petrol, ammunition and troops to and from many destinations. Mainly served in the area near the Pintail Bridge. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.431 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Opunake. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living in New Plymouth in 1996. Entitled to NZDSM. Died New Plymouth on 11 Aug 2018 aged 88 years. |
| CAMERON, Maxwell Robert | 13926 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Hawera, Taranaki 9 Apr 1934. Employed as a mill hand before entering the RNZN 21 Sep 1951 as Stoker, Engineer Branch. Underwent training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. First sea service in Bellona 18 Feb 1952–15 Jun 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 20 Sep 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954–6 Nov 1955. Sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954.This deployment was the second deployment of the ship, outside the period of award for the UN Medal for Korea. Travelled to Korean waters via Singapore and Hong Kong and returned via the same ports. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 20 Nov 1954 and to Acting Leading Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955 Served in Philomel and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 20 Nov 1955. Served in Pukaki (disrated) and Rotoiti (made his was back up) and served on Operation Grapple at Christmas Island. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 1 Apr 1959. Served in Tamaki 3 Aug 1959–1 May 1960. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Apr 1960. Also served in Otago and Mako. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM (Nuclear Tests) and PJM. Discharged from RNZN 22 Apr 1964. Living in Mackay, Queensland, Australia. |
| CAMERON, Peter Michael | 206863 | Gunner | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZA | 01/09/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Whanganui 10 Sep 1927. Farmer from Westmere, Whanganui. Enlisted 2 Apr 1952 as Kayforce Replacement. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Waiouru Camp. Emplaned Auckland 1 Sep 1952 as a Gunner on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 4 Sep 1952. Initially served as an artillery signalman and TSFD from RNZA to RNZ Sigs 15 Dec 1952. Posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Sqn but was still employed as an artillery signalman. Applied for a compassionate RTNZ but had to complete a minimum of 18 months in the field. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ, was TSFD to the NZ Roll on 10 Mar 1954 and emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 31 Mar 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 212 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 May 1954 and returned to the farm in Whanganui. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living near Whanganui 2001. Died Whanganui 26 Feb 2022 aged 94 years. |
| CAMPBELL, Alan Douglas (Doug) | 33171 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 05/10/2054 | 24/10/2055 | Born Oamaru (?) 16 Jun 1932. Regular Force Cadet Jan 1949. Served in Southern District Transport Platoon, Addington. Promoted Temporary Corporal 3 Jan 1952. Attended four-week Air Despatch Course in Australia Apr-May 1952. Seconded to Kayforce 7 Sep 1954. Emplaned Harewood 6 Oct 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 9 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 13 Oct 1954 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Clerk. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 25 Oct 1954 and to Sergeant 21 Jan 1955. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 23 Mar 1955 and appointed Chief Clerk and then to Staff Sergeant 23 Jun 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Oct for RTNZ and reposting to the RF. Deplaned Harewood 24 Oct 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 20 days. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force 15 Nov 1955 in the rank of Sergeant. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 1st Class and appointed School Sergeant Major, RNZASC School 23 Mar 1962. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant 1 Jul 1964. Posted to 1 Bn Depot at Burnham then to Malaysia. Deplaned Changi 7 Oct 1967 and was posted to 1 RNZIR as Transport Officer. RTNZ 10 Dec 1969 and was posted to 3 Tpt Coy. Also served at 1 AASO and was posted to Southern Coy RNZASC 8 Dec 1975. Discharged mid-1979. Died Nelson on 10 Aug 2018 aged 86 years. |
| CAMPBELL, Charlie | 204638 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 23/06/2055 | Born Pawarenga, Northland, 24 Apr 1928. Radio salesman for Auckland Radio Co. Enlisted 21 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and onto Japan by civil air via Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953. Served in 16 Fd Regt then later at NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Feb 1954 and appointed CO's Driver; Lance Bombardier 1 Mar 1954. M/I NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy 11 Nov 1954. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 21 Jan 1955. Approval was granted for him to extend his tour and took his furlough in Hong Kong. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 May 1955. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Japan to Sydney 21 Jun 1955. Completed RTNZ on Teal flight, deplaning Auckland on 23 Jun 1955 in the rank of Bombardier. Discharged 27 Aug 1955. Discharge Cert sent to Pawarenga, Hokianga, Northland 13 Feb 1957. Served overseas one year 330 days. Discharged 27 Aug 1955. Died Gisborne, 9 Oct 1995 aged 67 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CAMPBELL, Colin Herbert | 211039 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 19/05/2054 | Born Inglewood, Taranaki 19 Feb 1929. He was a butcher at Patea Butchery Co. Enlisted 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then flew by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Sailed from Sasebo 13 May and entered Korea 16 May 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted 38 Canadian Field Ambulance 4–15 Aug 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station 6 Mar 1954 and was TSFD to Brit Com General Hospital, Kure, Japan 11 Mar 1954, Rheumatic Fever. Was in hospital for three months. TSFD to NZ Roll and emplaned Iwakuni 15 May 1954 for RTNZ for medical reasons. Deplaned Wellington 19 May 1954 from Teal flight. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 13 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Patea, 13 Apr 1978 aged 47 years. Cremated at Aramoho Crematorium, Whanganui. |
| CAMPBELL, Colin Kenneth | 14453 | Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 6 Dec 1937. Employed as a Marine Plumber at Devonport. Joined RNZN 6 Jan 1955. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Bellona as Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class 3 Oct 1955 and was a crew member that took that ship back to the UK and returned in Royalist which was involved in the Suez affair on the RTNZ voyage. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 25 Apr 1956. He stayed in Royalist and which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Jan 1958. Drafted to Philomel 19 Nov 1958. Advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Jan 1959. Drafted to Black Prince 6 Jan 1960. Was sent to the UK for familiarisation with Otago and brought was in the crew that brought this ship back to NZ. Discharged BNPS 11 Nov 1961.Understood was awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CAMPBELL, Colin Richard | 206450 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Auckland 16 Sep 1924. Previous service in NZ Military Forces during WWII from 19 Sep 1942. Initial Army No T4259 for service in Home Guard. Provisionally accepted for service in the Navy and TSFD to RNZN 28 Apr 1943 mid 1945. Also served in BCOF, Japan second relief (Service No 637570, Private in 2 Div Prov Coy. He was a biscuit hand at a factory in Auckland). Embarked 15 Jul 1947. RTNZ 10 Aug 1948. SOS Jayforce8 Sep 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Worked for the Auckland Transport Board as a Tram Conductor. He was enlisted as a member of the Auckland Division of the RNZN Volunteer Reserve (Service No 100175) Stoker 1st Class, from 6 Apr 1949 to 4 Apr 1951. Driver for Campbell Carrington, Masterton. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Promoted Temporary Corporal on 2 Aug 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 24 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 25 Aug for sea crossing to Korea. Entered Korea 28 Aug 1951. Reverted to Driver on 26 Aug 1951 on ceasing to be PT Instructor. Attended short course at 1 Comwel Div Battle Training School, Haramura 1–4 Dec 1951. Accidentally injured with suspected fractured rib when he went to help the driver of a 3-ton truck that had a blowout and had left the road. Later suffered from severe eczema. Emplaned Iwakuni Sep 1952 for RTNZ (medical reasons). Served overseas one year 44 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Feb 1953. Later served in RNZAF from 6 Apr 1959 to as a Leading Aircraftman with Service No 79728. Medals were lost in a fire circa 1962 and were replaced at cost. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CAMPBELL, Donald Edwin | 11119 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Thames 8 Jan 1927. Enlisted as an Ordinary Seaman 22 Nov 1945. Served in Bellona, advanced to Able Seaman 22 Sep 1946, Arbutus, Arabis, Taupo advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 20 Dec 1948 and Pukaki 9 Feb 1949. Was disrated 4 Feb 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 9 Feb 1950–10 Apr 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 to Korea via Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 4 Feb 1951. Reverted to Able Seaman 22 Mar 1951. TSFD to Tutira while in Japan and RTNZ 30 May 1951. DEE 21 Nov 1951. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Was selected to attend 60th anniversary commemoration of the Inchon Landings 15 Sep over the period 11–16 Sep 2010. Returned to Paeyong Do, now known as Bak Ryang, in Apr 2013. |
| CAMPBELL, Fred | 14433 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Blackburn, Lancashire, UK, 23 Sep 1928. Employed as a labourer before he entered the RN on 27 Jul 1946 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No C/SSX 779073. Underwent training at HMS Raleigh and was then drafted to HMS Nelson (battleship) 24 Sep–16 Dec 1946 which was soon placed on the disposals list. Served in HMS Pembroke II 17 Dec 1946–16 Sep 1947 and was attached to HMS St Kitts (destroyer) that had only been commissioned in Jan 1946. Drafted to HMS Ajax 15 Nov 1947 and advanced to Able Seaman (Provisional) 24 Jan 1948. Served in the Mediterranean and returned to Britain in Feb 1948. Served in Pembroke and Pembroke II 3 Apr–2 Sep 1948. Went to HMS Dolphin the submarine training base 3 Sep–30 Nov 1948 on general duties. Drafted to HMS Belfast (cruiser) 26 Jan 1949 in the Far East and took part in the early operations during the Korean War in 1950. Advanced to Able Seaman 3 Oct 1949. Fred Campbell returned to the UK and was in Pembroke then in HMS Merlin (naval air station) and then in HMS Welfare 28 Aug 1951–16 Nov 1953. Released from RN 8 Jan 1954. Entered RNZN at Maori in London as an Able Seaman on 12 Apr 1954. After on familiarisation at Philomel was drafted to Bellona 31 May–19 Sep 1954. Served in Bellona again 28 Dec 1954–23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 22 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland about 28 Apr 1955 for service in SE Asia and in Korean waters Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. On RTNZ was drafted to Black Prince 14 Aug–12 Sep 1956. Sent to HMAS Cerberus on courses 15 Sep–15 Dec 1956. On RTNZ served in Black Prince again, then Kaniere, then Philomel 6 Jul 1959–11 Apr 1960. DEE 11 Apr 1960. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CAMPBELL, George | 12480 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/08/2052 | Born Northcote, Auckland, 3 Jun 1929. A builder’s labourer before he enlisted in the RNZN 30 Sep 1948 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Telegraphist. Underwent initial training followed by telegraphy training in Tamaki 30 Sep 1948–9 May 1950. Drafted to Bellona 10 May 1950 and advanced to Telegraphist 8 Dec 1950. Drafted to Taupo 19 Jan 1951 and served in NZ waters before sailing for Korea from Auckland 29 Aug 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman 28 Apr 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ on 21 Aug 1952. Served in Irirangi 27 Jan 1953–18 Mar 1955. Returned to Philomel 19 Mar 1953–5 Jul 1954. Later served in Hawea for just under two months. DEE 29 Sep 1954. Awarded the Korea and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 25 Jun 2000 aged 71 years. |
| CAMPBELL, Gordon Melville | 206390 | Captain | NZ Base HQ Med Sec | RNZAMC | 10/12/2050 | 12/09/2051 | Born Whangarei on 12 Jun 1919. Medical practitioner from Whangarei. Appointed to Kayforce on 29 Aug 1951 and entered camp the same day. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to NZ Base HQ. Senior Medical Officer 1950–51. Had short TOD to Kure in Japan in Mar 1951 and was then attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt from 28 Mar–18 Jun 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll approx 1 Sep 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni and arrived in Sydney 9 Sep 1951 then flew to deplane Wellington 12 Sep 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 277 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal that were sent to Whangarei. Posted to the Reserve of Officers 11 Oct 1951. Returned to practice in Whangarei. Service in Korea highly appreciated. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM and entitled to NZDSM. Posted to the Reserve of Officers List RNZAMC 14 Oct 1951. |
| CAMPBELL, Ian James | 11656 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Tinwald, Ashburton, 28 Jul 1931. Enlisted 6 Nov 1947 as Boy 2nd Class. First sea service in Bellona. Served in Rotoiti then attended a course at HMAS Rushcutter in Australia 15 Feb–21 Dec 1950. Drafted to Hawea 8 Feb 1951. Radar Plotter (Radar Plotter 3rd Class). Served mainly in the Korean west coast waters but spent some time on the East Coast of Korea. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Drafted to Black Prince 14 Jan 1953. DEE 27 Jul 1955–Able Seaman. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Longbeach Estate, RD4, Ashburton 8300 in 2004. |
| CAMPBELL, Ian Stanley | 14053 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Palmerston North 20 Apr 1936. Served as Corporal in the Palmerston North Tech School Cadet Unit. Enlisted 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. Served in Black Prince as Boy Telegraphist and went to the UK for the Coronation Fleet Review at Spithead on 15 Jun 1953. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 20 Oct 1953 just after his ship returned from the UK. Served at the Naval Signal Station at Irirangi Feb 1954 to Feb 1955 and advanced to Telegraphist. Drafted to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1955 until 13 Aug 1956 and served in Korean waters during that time. Served in Royalist Sep 1958 until Apr 1960 and was successively promoted Acting Leading Telegraphist, Leading Telegraphist 29 Aug 1959 and to Acting Radio Supervisor on 1 Mar 1960. Returned to Irirangi Sep 1960–Jul 1962. Also served in the Antarctic supply ship Endeavour in 1962 as Acting Radio Supervisor. DEE 19 Sep 1963. Died Auckland 8 Apr 1987 a few days before his 51st birthday. Cremated at Purewa Crematorium. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CAMPBELL, John Neil | 578484 | Gunner | Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot | RNZAOC | 24/03/2054 | 21/06/2055 | Born Hastings 14 Sep 1933. 4th intake CMT. Employed as a labourer for the Cobb Valley Hydro Project before joining Kayforce. Ex TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements 3 Nov 1953. Emplaned Wellington 24 Mar 1954 as a Gunner, RNZA, on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled on by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Mar 1954. On arrival in Korea TSFD to RNZAOC and changed his rank to Private. Served in Tokchong, Pusan and other areas. Failed to adhere to Routine and Standing Orders on several occasions. CTBA to Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot at Kure on 13 May 1955. TSFD to NZ Roll 13 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Jun 1955 on Qantas for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Manila, Laubuan (Borneo) Darwin and Sydney to deplane Auckland 21 Jun 1955 from Teal aircraft. Served overseas one year 90 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1955 and posted to TF unit (Hawkes Bay Regt). Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZDEFSM. Living at Waipukurau 2004. Revisited Korea 10–20 Apr 2010. Died peacefully at home in Waipukurau 31 May 2016 aged 83 years. |
| CAMPBELL, John Ratahi (Jack) | 14702 | Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 06/02/2056 | 29/05/2057 | Born Kuku–Ohau, Kapiti 3 Jan 1938. Enlisted in the RNZN 27 Jan 1953 as a Boy 2nd Class and underwent initial training in Tamaki. By 18 Sep 1953 he as rated as Signalman Boy. Drafted to Black Prince 9 Apr 1954. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 4 Jul 1955. At Philomel 21 Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 19 Jan 1956 and left for Korean waters 1 Apr 1956. Advanced to Signalman 4 Jul 1956. Kaniere mainly involved in patrol and escort duties on the west coast of Korea. Also served in Malayan waters on Royalist 1959–60 during the Emergency. Later served again in Kaniere, Otago, Royalist, Turoa, Royalist again and Taranaki. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), RN LS&GC Medal 4 Jan 1971. Later Warrant Officer Yeoman of Signals. Discharged from the RNZN 18 Jan 1978. Living at Ruakaka, Whangarei, 2004. |
| CAMPBELL, Puhirake Huriti | 204404 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 25/06/2054 | Born Omarumutu, near Opotiki 14 Dec 1929. Timber worker at Patea Freezing Works. Enlisted as a Kayforce replacement 17 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flying boat flight to Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Travelled by ship from Sasebo, Japan to Korea. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt as gun number in 163 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 18 May 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 23 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 and deplaned Auckland on 22 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 309 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Aug 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 309 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CAMPBELL, Raymond Henry | 204052 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Dargaville on 2 Jun 1926. Employed as a truck Driver for Northern Wairoa Transport Co. Enlisted at Whangarei in Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked at Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 and disembarked Korea 4 Sep. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and involved in transporting troops and equipment. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 7 Jun 1952 and discharged to unit 15 Jun 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ HQ Base 15 Jun 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 343 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Oct 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.438 was sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address Hamilton East. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died of cancer Thames, 10 Jul 1979, aged 53 years. Buried Thames Services Cemetery (Totara Memorial Park Cemetery). |
| CAMPBELL, Rodney Albert | 12165 | Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born, Bow, London, UK, 10 Oct 1927. Enlisted in the Royal Navy 5 Jul 1944 as Boy 1st Class (Service No C/JX 717505). Underwent training in HMS Royal Arthur. Later served in the battleship HMS Anson Apr 1945-Oct 1946 and was most likely on board when the ship entered Hong Kong to assist in the re-occupation and repatriation of military and civilian personnel taken prisoner in Dec 1941 when the Colony fell to Japanese forces. Enlisted in RNZN at HMNZS Cook (NZ High Commission in London). Served in Pukaki 11 Feb–6 Dec 1950 during the first deployment of the ship to Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Discharged, Engagement Expired 19 Aug 1951 and returned to the UK. Awarded Defence Medal and War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died in England 2012. |
| CAMPBELL, William Donald Angus | 207185 | Temporary Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Wellington on 22 Feb 1921. Served in 19 Bty, Wellington, 1938; 16 Bty Christchurch 1938. Posted to 1 Canterbury Regt Jan–Aug 1939. Called up Aug 1939 and posted to Camp Staff, Burnham Cam. TSFD to 20 Bn Nov 1939 and sailed for Egypt 5 Jan 1940. Served for 18 months then TSFD to 4th RMT Coy, 2 NZEF for four years during WWII. Also served in the Army as CMT trainer. Allocated Service No 207185 when posted as Gunner to 32 Fd Bty on 1 Feb 1950. Heavy truck driver for Atlantic Union Oil Company, Christchurch. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 5 Sep for sea voyage to Pusan. Entered Korea 8 Sep 1951 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served periods at NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 12 Jan 1952 then to Corporal 7 Feb 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 9 May 1953. Served overseas one year 202 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.439 was sent to his Christchurch address on 13 Feb 1957. |
| CAMPBELL, William Robert Apera | 206987 | 2nd Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ | NZ Regt | 10/12/2052 | 21/12/2054 | Born Avarua, Rarotonga, 8 May 1950. Journalist for Dominion newspaper, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce 22 Sep 1952. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney as 2nd Lieutenant. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 28 Dec 1952. Granted Temporary rank while employed as Public Relations Officer. Promoted 22 Sep 1953. Promoted Captain, 29 Jan 1954. As was typical of official photographers and journalists he visited many sites and was at 16 Fd Regt HQ, 10 Tpt Coy and at NZ Base HQ. Granted a six-month extension 13 Jun 1954 of service in Korea. Relinquished appointment of PRO NZ Kayforce 16 Nov 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Nov 1954. Made application to marry Miss Shibayama and bring her to NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas two years 121 days. SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZ Infantry Corps with the rank of Capt, 8 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Later went and worked for the Straits Times, Singapore. Was still there Nov 1967. |
| CAMPLIN, John Sandilands | 206401 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Fielding on 8 May 1928. Previous service in RNZAF with Service No 46989. Served in BCOF, Japan 15 Dec 1946–2 Feb 1948 as a Leading Aircraftman in 14 Sqn RNZAF. Discharged 20 Apr 1949. Became a carpenter working for Rehab Dept, Titahi Bay Porirua. Last NZ Address Waituna West R.D., Fielding. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements 26 Feb 1951. His training for Korea was conducted in Waiouru and Trentham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on 2nd flight by Teal to Sydney then travelled by sea in MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 17 Sep 1951. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt and served in D Troop as Signalman Temporary Lance Corporal Radio NCO 14 Sep 1951 but reverted at his own request to Gunner 29 Oct 1951. His final few weeks in Korea and Japan were marred by misbehaviour resulting in CB and forfeiture of Pay. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 31 Jan–13 Feb 1953 for minor complaint and missed his flight. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas on this occasion one year 263 days. Discharged from Kayforce on 6 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were re-issued at cost 9 Jun 1982. Later issued NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM (R) ‘and KWSM. Died Feilding 19 Aug 2013 aged 85 years. |
| CANDY, Albert James | 688471 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 20/04/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Lower Hutt 16 Aug 1932. Ex TF soldier. Employed by Post & Telegraph Department as a linesman at Wellington. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 3 May 1954 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt the same day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Nov 1954 and was TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC. Emplaned Iwakuni 29 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 48 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit (2 Inf Workshop, RNZEME). His Kayforce Discharge Cert sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address Lower Hutt. Died Lower Hutt Hospital 28 Jan 1996 aged 64 years. |
| CANHAM, Noel | 11465 | Leading Writer | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Napier 15 Jul 1927. Appears to have been a costing / salaries clerk in Napier before joining the RNZN as a Probationary Writer on 8 May 1947. His initial naval training was undertaken in Tamaki followed by time at Philomel. Advanced to Writer 8 Nov 1947. Drafted to Bellona 1 Oct 1948. Advanced to Leading Writer 8 Sep 1949. Returned to Philomel 8 Aug–7 Sep 1949 and then resumed service in Bellona 8 Sep 1949–2 Feb 1950. Served in Tamaki 3 Feb 1940 to 24 Jun 1951 then back to Philomel to 7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1951, but this ship had left NZ on 2 Mar 1951. It is presumed that he went by air to Japan where he joined his ship to serve mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrolling and escort duties. Advanced to Petty Officer Writer 7 Jan 1952. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and was held at Philomel until discharged. DEE 7 May 1953. Went to live at Porirua about Feb 1966. Nothing in his posting card shows medallic awards but he would have been entitled to Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later would also have qualified for NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CANN, Arthur Robert Richard | 206136 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Takaka on 7 Feb 1921. Previous home service in the Army during WWII as a driver with Service No 406147 and served at the No.1 POW Camp at Featherston. Metal finisher for Ford Motor Company, Hutt Valley. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Married 27 Nov 1950 before leaving for Korea. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZRTU to NZ Base HQ, 19 Jan 1951. M/O on TOD to 16 Fd Regt 21 Apr 1951 and M/I 16 Fd Regt 25 Apr 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 7 Jul 1951. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 27 Feb 1952. TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and after treatment for Laryngitis and sinusitis was sent to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre. Posted from 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre to 16 Fd Regt 11 Mar 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ and remained on the NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll 67) on Qantas or BCPA flight at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jul 1952. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton, 28 Jul 1994 aged 73 years. Uncle of J.A. Newman (q.v.). |
| CANNING, James | 206452 | Driver | Kayforce HQ Detachment | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 05/08/2053 | Born Takaka Marlborough, on 23 Jun 1929. Civilian trade before enlistment was cartographer mainly based Rotorua. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Initial posting to Kayforce HQ Detachment. Then posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Appointed Workshop clerk at 10 Tpt Coy Workshop. Later posted to C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Corporal during tour. Qualified for GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ while attending a Clerks Course at RASC School, Singapore, 28 Jan–11 Apr 1952. This medal was a Geo VI issue as Jim was in Singapore when King Geo VI died. Marched out from 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 5 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Posted to Burnham where he was an instructor and was promoted Sergeant. Discharged 13 Aug 1954. Joined TF, Hawkes Bay Regiment as the Int Sergeant and was commissioned as the Int Officer. Moved to Rotorua and was TFRD to 6 Bn RNZIR (Hauraki Regt) and was promoted Major and appointed 2i/c of the Battalion. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, Efficiency Decoration. Died Rotorua 17 Oct 2012 aged 83 years. |
| CANNON, George | 208161 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Opapa, Hawkes Bay 5 Oct 1925. Enlisted in the RNZN 9 May 1943 as an Ordinary Seaman Radio Electrician (Service No 7113). Served for three years as a radar mechanic in NZ and in the South Pacific. Also attached to RNZAF 29 Jun–6 Dec 1943 and at the Advance Base (COMSOPAC) 18 Dec 1943–28 Mar 1944. Also served in HMNZS Tui Aug 1944 to Jun 1945 in the Solomon Islands. Discharged Engagement terminated 2 Jan 1946. His WWII Medals 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal were issued 24 May 1950. Butcher for Southland Frozen Meat Co at Makarewa. Enlisted Invercargill 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin 22 Aug 1951 by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. To be Signalman (Temporary Lance Corporal) 14 Sep 1951 while Radio Mechanic NZO. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 13 Oct 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 15 Oct 1951. M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 18 Oct 1951. Reverts to Signalman at own request 29 Oct 1951. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 29 Oct 1951 and remained with 16 Fd Regt until M/I to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 23 Feb 1952 and posted to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert No.443 sent 13 Feb 1957 to his address in Invercargill. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CANTLON, Peter Frederick | 11086 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Palmerston North 1 Jun 1929. Grocery assistant before enlisting in RNZN 15 Nov 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 23 Mar 1946. First sea service was in Achilles 16 Jul–8 Sep 1946. Drafted 9 Sep 1946 to Gambia which was attached to the British Pacific Fleet in Japanese waters 9 Sep 1946–24 Nov 1947. Advance to Ordinary Seaman 1 Jun 1947. On RTNZ was at Philomel 25 Nov 1947–2 Feb 1948 and had been advanced to Able Seaman R.C.3 (Radar Controller 3rd Class), 1 Jan 1948. Also served in Bellona. Attended a course at HMAS Watson 12 Oct 1950–22 Apr 1951. Advanced to Leading Seaman 6 Dec 1950 while on course in Australia and at the completion was upgraded to Radar Controller 2nd Class. On RTNZ he was at Philomel and then the naval signals station Irirangi at Waiouru. Drafted to Rotoiti 27 Nov 1951–19 Mar 1953 and sailed for Korean waters 7 Jan 1952. Served in Rotoiti on second deployment which was involved with patrolling and escort duties mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. DEE 31 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His initial issue was destroyed in a fire but were replaced at cost circa 1995. Discharged engagement expired 31 May 1953. Applied to enlist in the RF in Apr 1955 but this does not appear to have proceeded. Applied for NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1956–49. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CANTWELL, Brian Albert | 204340 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ Survey Sec | RNZA | 16/06/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born Auckland on 20 Jul 1928. Came from Remuera, Auckland. Enlisted as a Kay Force Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight t to Sydney and flew by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan arriving 18 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 21 Jun 1955. Brian had a lucky escape when he stepped on an old-isolated booby trap when working with a 16 Fd Regt survey section on some disused land. He escaped unscathed. Two seconds elapsed between the time he stood on the booby trap and the explosion, just enough time for him to dive to the ground. A few pieces of shrapnel went in the direction of Sergeant N.S. Jones of Invercargill but did not go near him. Just after crossing some barbed wire entanglements, Gunner Cantwell encountered some loose strands of wire raised slightly above the ground. He attached no significance to this as the ground was believed to have been cleared of danger and there was a lot of signal wire in the area. To avoid tripping, he stepped on the wire to cross over when he heard a hissing noise. “I sensed danger, looked down and saw smoke issuing from the base of a small tree. I let out a yell at the Sergeant ahead of me, ran two yards then hit the deck. At that moment came the explosion. Gunner Cantwell believed that the booby trap was a grenade because of the time that he had to dive to the ground. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/O to Kobe. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 29 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Discharged 1 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CANTWELL, Martin | 14361 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Liverpool, Lancashire, 5 Nov 1922. Previous service in RN with Service No D/KX 135345 from 21 Aug 1941 to 5 Aug 1946. Amongst the ships and stations in which he served was HMS Roebuck an R-class destroyer of the British Royal Navy that saw service during World War II. She was the 15th ship to carry this traditional ship name and he served in this ship 31 May 1943–26 May 1946 reaching the rate of Acting Leading Stoker. He saw service in the home fleet and on 12 March HMS Roebuck formed part of the escort for the aircraft carrier HMS Battler and the cruisers HMS Suffolk and Newcastle, with the destroyer HMS Quadrant, during the search in the Indian Ocean for the German u-boat supply ship Brake. After being intercepted by aircraft Brake was scuttled by her own crew. In Jun Roebuck was deployed with Fleet units off Burma and bombarded Martaban. Roebuck was involved in other operations in the Far East against targets at Sabang and Sumatra. On discharge from the RN he became a dock labourer. Enlisted 30 Dec 1952 in the RNZN as a Stoker Mechanic on a five-year contract at Maori London. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and served in Korean waters during the last deployment of that ship to Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. On RTNZ served at Irirangi for seven months and was then drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955–16 Apr 1956. He was in the crew when she was returned to the UK and served in Royalist 17 Apr 1956 bringing that vessel back to New Zealand. Royalist was involved in the Suez Crisis. He remained in Royalist until Apr 1957 before being drafted to Black Prince 2 Apr 1957. Martin Cantwell sailed from Auckland on the Rangitiki 11 Dec 1958 to the UK. DEE from Maori, 18 Jan 1959. Address on discharge was in Liverpool. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM. |
| CANTWELL, Phillip Michael | 14210 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 14/08/2057 | Born 3 Apr 1935. Entered the RNZN on 7 May 1952 as a Junior Electrical Mechanic (Junior EM). His initial training was conducted in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 12 Sep 1952 to attend courses. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class 3 Oct 1952. RTNZ and Philomel 29 Apr 1954. Drafted to Bellona (in the Reserve Fleet) 5 Apr 1953 and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 3 Oct 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 20 Nov 1953–3 Apr 1955 and was involved in escorting the Gothic during the Royal Visit between Dec 1953–Jan 1954. Drafted again to Bellona 4 Apr–21 Sep 1955 and again back to Black Prince 21 Sep–2 Nov 1955. Served in Philomel 3 Nov 1955–20 Dec 1956. Drafted to Royalist 21 Dec 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but Electrical Mechanician 1st Class Cantwell was back at Philomel on 15 Aug 1957 He was returned to Royalist 14 Sep 1957 which was back in Singapore and continued on the 2nd Commission Tour to Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but stayed in Royalist until drafted to Black Prince 18 Sep 1958. Served in Philomel 5 Aug 1959 until sent to the UK as a crew member for Taranaki. Based in Maori 7 Jan–17 Mar 1961 he then boarded his ship 28 Mar 1961 for work-up and sailed to NZ arriving at New Plymouth via Panama and Pearl Harbour 28 Oct 1961. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Jul 1962. Served in Philomel 20 Sep 1963–and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Jul 1963. Drafted to Taranaki 10 Sep 1964–11 Apr 1965. In Philomel 12 Apr 1965. DEE 13 Dec 1955. Later issued NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. He is Entitled to the NZDSM. The NZGSM (NE) was issued erroneously to his NOK as Phillip did not serve in the Mediterranean in Royalist, the only ship to qualify for this award as he was serving in Philomel 3 Nov 1955–20 Dec 1956. |
| CANTWELL, Ronald John | 211030 | Captain | Attached 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 23/12/2052 | 10/06/2054 | Born Auckland on 25 Aug 1926. Came from Remuera, Auckland. He was previously a medical practitioner for the Hawkes Bay Hospital Board. Attested for service in Korea at Waiouru on 18 Sep 1952. Lieutenant, Regimental Medical Officer 1953–54. Emplaned 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere at Auckland for passage to Sydney and flew onto Korea by Qantas. Entered Japan on 27 Dec 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt on 2 Jan 1953 and attached FAP 21 A.D.S. Appointed Regimental Medical Officer 16 Fd Regt and M/I from 27 A.D.S. on 5 Feb 1953. Witnessed the burial of Gunner Peter Rex Berry (KIA) 17 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 1–9 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Captain on 1 Mar 1953. Relinquished appointment of R.M.O. 16 Fd Regt on 28 Apr 1953. Appointed Medical Officer, NZ Base Camp and posted to NZ Base HQ on 30 Apr 1953. Promoted Captain on 1 Jun 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZ Base HQ on 1 Sep 1953. These postings were repeated. Also went on the Japan tour with the British Commonwealth Forces Korea Rugby team 20–30 Mar 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 24 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned from a Teal flight at Auckland on 10 Jun 1954. Served overseas for one year 170 days. SOS Kayforce 1 Aug 1954 and posted to Reserve of Officers General List 1 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. After leaving the NZ Army he went to study in Edinburgh, Scotland and was later at John Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, USA. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CANTWELL, William John Haslem | 204291 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Torquay, Devon, UK, 7 May 1916. Laundryman for Newmistic Laundry, Auckland. Served as a Gunner in 35 Fd Battery, NZ Artillery in NZ. Embarked for WWII Service (Service No 25515) 19 Nov 1940 for service in Fiji for service in Suva Bty. Next-of-kin, Mrs M.E. Cantwell (wife), Grey Lynn, Auckland. RTNZ 24 Aug 1941. Re-embarked 13 Sep 1941 with 7th Reinforcements for service in 6 Fd Regt, NZA in Egypt onto Tunisia and then in Italy. Also served in 32 Fd Regt. Awarded Africa Star Ribbon 8 Dec 1953. RTNZ 23 Apr 1945 and was discharged from 2 NZEF 18 Aug 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star (no clasps), Italy star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. It is most interesting to note he had to report to Are 1 HQ, Auckland, with his pay book to the regulation issue of ribbon for the Italy Star and Defence Medal. Taxi proprietor Auckland then worked for Police Dept at Auckland. Enlisted Papakura as Kayforce replacement 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight. Travelled to Japan via Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 162 Bty. Attended a CATC course 17 Jun–21 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 19 Aug 1952, to Temporary Bombardier 8 Sep 1952, Temporary Sergeant 30 Dec 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 19 Mar 1953 and was TSFD to Brit Com Z Medical unit from where he was discharged to his unit 5 Jul 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 2 May 1953 and M/I NZ BASE HQ 6 May 1953. Reverted to Bombardier 30 May 1953 (sickness). Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 5 Jul 1953 and was discharged 1 Aug 1953. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 28 Aug 1953 and was discharged 15 Sep 1953 to NZ Base HQ and posted to NZ Roll (Medical) 8 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 14 Oct 1953. Served overseas one year 152 days. Received Treatment at VV (varicose vein) Clinic Auckland hospital. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.445 was sent to Remuera, Auckland, 13 Feb 1957 but returned to Base Records where it remains today. Died Taihape, 3 Apr 1960, aged 42 years. Buried at Taihape Services Cemetery. |
| CANTY, Reginald Albert | 622332 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/10/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Hawera 30 Sep 1931. Labourer for Barwood and Son, Taihape. Ex 6th Intake CMT / TF soldier. His father was Corporal Canty at the Waiouru Camp Fire Station. Enlisted 22 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct and M/I to unit 1 Nov 1953. Battery Signaller, 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served wherever the battery went. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jan 1954, Temporary Bombardier 4 Jun 1954, Temporary Sergeant 26 Aug 1954 and appointed Troop Signalman Sergeant. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 16 Sep–22 Sep 1954. Promoted Sergeant 6 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Brisbane and by air from Brisbane to Auckland deplaning 21 Nov 1954 from Teal (Flight 3). Served overseas one year 33 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit (2 Armd Regt). Discharge Cert sent to Patea 13 Feb 1957. Living in Coromandel in 1996. Living at Helensville in 2004. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Died Helensville 31 Dec 2019 aged 88 years. |
| CAPPER, William Thomas | 204112 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Tauranga 8 Sep 1926. Also served in Jayforce Japan (827344, Private, HQ Infantry Corps). Embarked for Japan 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Came from Matata. Employed as a timber stacker for Smith and Brown Ltd, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 13 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 9 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 12 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Accidently injured while playing football and was admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 14 Oct 1952, TSFD to 25 Canadian F.D.S. then to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged 1 Nov 1952. Throughout his service he had many lapses from military discipline and lost money and time. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight 18 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 230 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 May 1953. Discharge Cert sent to Auckland 13 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Ponsonby, Auckland, 7 Jul 1958 aged 32 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| CAPPS, Darcy | 206238 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Ratana (near Whanganui) 16 Jul 1926. He was a drover employed at Rahotu, Taranaki. Attested in Jayforce 2nd Relief 20 Feb 1947 with Service No 818394. (2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.16 p.21) Embarked for Japan 15 Jul 1947 disembarked Japan 2 Aug 1947. Served in 4 NZ Ordnance Field Park Coy. RTNZ and disembarked from at Auckland 5 Oct 1948, Discharged from Jayforce 7 Nov 1948. Labourer and drover for S. Kahui, at Rahotu, South Taranaki. Two Kahui sons from this farm served in Korea. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to NZ Tpt Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. He had some difficulties adhering to military discipline. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 7 May 1952. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 6 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 180 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jul 1952 and returned to Rahotu. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CAPPS, Peter William | 12130 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Richmond, Surrey, UK, 12 Feb 1926. Understood to have been a builder’s labourer before joining the RN. Unfortunately, nothing of his RN service is shown on his Posting Card but may have served in the later part of WWII. Enlisted in the British Territorial Army (with Service No 6152878) 12 May 1947 but was discharged 26 Jul 1948. Entered the RNZN at HMNZS Cook, London, on 14 Jun 1948 as an Able Seaman with grading of Radar Plotter 3rd Class. Drafted to HMS Loch Eck 25 Aug–30 Sep 1948 which became HMNZS Hawea on 1 Oct 1948 and sailed for NZ on 15 Oct 1948 arriving in Jan 1949. Served in Philomel 26 Apr 1949–20 Mar 1950. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Mar 1950–14 Jan 1951 except for four days in Philomel. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Drafted to Taupo 26 Jan–31 May 1951 and served in Bellona briefly before going back to the UK in SS Atlantis and was DEE from Maori 17 Aug 1951. Entitled to Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CARDELL-RYAN, Seah David | 15296 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Glasgow, Scotland 13 May 1938. Was schoolboy living at Opunake prior to enlisting in the RNZN as a Junior Telegraphist on 6 Jan 1955. Underwent initial training at HMNZS Tamaki followed by Philomel. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 13 Nov 1955. Drafted to HMNZS Wakefield (Wellington) 25 Jul–5 Aug 1956. Drafted to Irirangi 7 Sep 1956–2 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Telegraphist 4 Dec 1957. Later served again at Irirangi, Philomel and in Pukaki 5 Apr–22 Oct 1961. Discharged by Purchase 22 Nov 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Died NSW, Australia 2000 aged 62 years. |
| CARDWELL, Samuel | 206453 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Belfast, Northern Ireland, 6 Mar 1923. Previous service in the British Army. Next-of-kin shown as Mrs S. Dodds, Belfast. Northern Ireland. Exchange operator for NZ Railways at Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Wellington on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and completed his service in this unit. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 285 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1953. Both Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal returned to Base Records 16 Jun 1954. It is not known if he ever received these or his other medal entitlements of NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CARE, Charles | 203926 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/01/2052 | Born Matamata 17 Oct 1926. Embarked for service in Japan 10 Jun 1947. Served in British Commonwealth Occupation Force Japan (662514, Private., NZ Base HQ). RTNZ 11 Oct 1948 and was discharged 12 Nov 1948. Storeman and boilermaker for Bisley's Ltd, Hamilton. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Signals Specialist. Served from Pusan to north of 38th Parallel. Promoted Bombardier 9 May 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 Aug–24 Aug 1951 and discharged to X(ii) List. M/I posted to NZRTU from NZ Base HQ 7 Sep 1951. Attended a course at the Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre, Hiro, Japan 8–16 Jan 1952. His report for this course showed “…has all the main essentials for being a good instructor.” Emplaned at Iwakuni on 20 Jan 1952 to be an instructor. RTNZ on Teal flight deplaning Auckland. RTNZ as an instructor for artillery Relief Force Training Team. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches London Gazette, 4 Mar 1952, No.39484 p.1279. “The QUEEN has been graciously pleased to approve the following Immediate Mentions-in-Despatches to personnel of the New Zealand Emergency Forces in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea.” An Oak leaf emblem was sent 7 Jul 1954. MID Certificate initially returned unclaimed 21 Sep 1955. Came from Eureka, near Hamilton. Served overseas one year 47 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Aug 1952. Cousin of William (Bill) Care. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CARE, William Clifton Jones (Bill) | 457158 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/02/2054 | 07/10/2055 | Born Auckland 19 Jan 1932. Marched into first intake of Compulsory Military Training at Papakura Camp 9 May 1950. Became Tank Driver (Valentines) in 1 Armd Regt based at Area 4, Hamilton. TSFD to Kayforce 8th Reinforcements 25 Apr 1953. Completed Officer Training Course at Waiouru and emplaned as 2nd Lieutenant on 10 Feb 1954 to travel to Korea by air via Sydney and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Was in the Composite Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy for about three months. Temporary Lieutenant, while employed as Platoon Commander C Platoon, 1 Oct 1954. Promoted Lieutenant, 10 Nov 1954 and TSFD as Officer i/c Workshop Platoon, 10 Dec 1954. Promoted Temporary Captain, then sub Capt, 25 Jul 1955. RTNZ by air via Hong Kong with the 1st QA Own Ghurkha Rifles by ship then flew from Hong Kong to Singapore and onto NZ. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, 20 Dec 1955. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (K). Living in Brisbane, Australia in 2004. Revisited Korea Apr 2012. |
| CAREY, Thomas | 12718 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Holborn, London, 31 Dec 1923. Die Caster's mate before joining the RN on 3 Aug 1943 and was issued the Service No P/JX 523228. After initial training at HMS Collingwood (a stone frigate) was on the books of HMS Victory and then served at HMS Assegai, a WWII naval shore station near Durban, South Africa. Was then at HMS Lanka, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and HMS Tana, Kenya. Served in HMS Illustrious 14 Mar 1944–28 Aug 1946. Illustrious joined the Eastern Fleet in the Indian Ocean at the beginning of 1944. Her aircraft attacked several targets in the Japanese-occupied Dutch East Indies over the following year. Illustrious was then TSFD to the newly formed British Pacific Fleet (BPF) and participated in the early stages of the Battle of Okinawa until mechanical defects arising from accumulated battle damage became so severe that she was ordered home early for repairs in May 1945. His WWII awards and not shown but he may have been awarded 1939 Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Enlisted in RNZN at HMNZS Cook in London, 13 Mar 1949 and an Able Seaman with Radar Plotter 3rd Class grading. Was part of the crew which brought Rotoiti to NZ in 1949. Drafted to Kaniere 17 Sep 1949–1 Feb 1950. Drafted to Tutira 2 Feb 1950 and left in that ship for service in Korea 3 Jul 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on escort, patrol and some shore bombardment duties. With Pukaki she controlled traffic entering the ports of Chinnampo and Inchon and escorted ships making the passage between them. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 12 Mar 1954. May also be entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CARKEEK, Lewis Murray (Lew) | 204172 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Shannon, Manawatu 15 Sep 1925. Previous service in RNZAF during WWII, Service No 44012. Served in the Pacific theatre. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Enlisted in Kayforce 16 Jun 1951. Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea circa 2 Sep 1951. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy and served in B Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy mainly in forward positions north of the Imjin River or wherever detailed. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Feb 1953 and RTNZ to deplane Wellington 19 Feb 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Employed as Corporal Instructor at Burnham prior to discharge. Discharged 5 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharge Cert sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Tokoroa. Living in Hamilton in 2001. Formerly President of Waikato KVA he led the integration with Hamilton KVA as membership fell and he was elected as Vice President of Hamilton KVA 2012. Died Hamilton 12 Jun 2012 aged 86 years. |
| CARLEY, Colin Cedric William | 207724 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 27/07/2051 | Born Hamilton on 11 Oct 1932. Enlisted under-age giving his date of birth as 11 Oct 1927 on his attestation document. Stove Assembler in Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950 and underwent training in Burnham Camp. Also was briefly in Waiouru and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 3 Oct 1950 before travelling to Wellington. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950. Served in Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Promoted Lance Bombardier 7 Jan 1951. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll, Kure, Japan 17 Jun 1951 to RTNZ. He was under-age and had not got parent’s permission to join Kayforce. To be RTNZ by surface means. Embarked on SS Taiping at Kure, Japan 17 Jun 1951 for passage to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ deplaning Wellington 27 Jul 1951 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Served overseas 230 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Christchurch. Discharged 27 Aug 1951. Posted to Territorial Force, 32 Bty, 3 Fd Regt, 28 Aug 1951. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Living at Whangaparaoa 2002. |
| CARLIN, Gordon | 204053 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Otorohanga on 20 Dec 1928. Attested 16 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea circa 28 Aug 1951. Posted 10 Tpt Coy and served in B Platoon. Served wherever transport was required mostly in the Imjin river area based at Ui Jon Bu. Involved in transporting troops, ammunition fuel and all the other requirements for supporting NZ and Commonwealth units. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll circa 3 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas to Sydney and a Teal flight deplaning Auckland 13 Sep 1952 ex Sydney. He was involved in training replacement personnel for Wahine draft. Attended Potential Instructors Course at Waiouru 13 Oct–14 Nov 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Mar 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.451 was sent to Otorohanga 13 Feb 1957. Living at Papamoa near Tauranga in 2004. |
| CARMAN, Billie McKay | 675192 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Masterton on 21 Aug 1932. Served in 6th Intake CMT and at completion of training was posted to 1 Hawkes Bay Regt. Employed as a vulcaniser at Para Rubber Company, Hamilton. Enlisted 16 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements at Papakura and was trained for Korean service in that camp. Emplaned Auckland 22 Sep 1954 on Teal flight as a Signalman to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 25 Sep 1954. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC 30 Sep 1954 five days after his arrival in Japan. Entered Korea 1 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in Korea 2 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 Jul 1955. Granted 10 days R&R Leave 21–30 Dec 1955. Promoted to Lance Corporal 7 Feb 1956. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to N Z Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney and completed RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaning Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 2 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.452 sent to his given address in Eketahuna on 13 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living Mosgiel 1998. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CARMICHAEL, Richard James Brian | 922860 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 23/05/2055 | Born Dunedin 15 Dec 1933. 6th Intake CMT. Shepherd employed by Lands & Survey Department, at the Linwood Station, Te Anau. Enlisted in Kayforce 17 Jun 1954. His training was in Burnham Camp where he was posted to RNZASC 26 Jul 1954. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight bound for Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954, entered Korea and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Oct 1954. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 17 Mar–22 Apr 1955. Served in the Armistice area along the Imjin River. Negligently driving a motor vehicle cost him £2 (today’s equivalent equalling about $180–200). Emplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1955 for RTNZ on Compassionate grounds and deplaned Harewood 23 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 245 days. Discharged 17 Jun 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.453 was sent to an address in Dunedin on 13 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CARMICHAEL, William Henry (Harry) | 204456 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 01/09/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Whakatane 19 Jan 1927. Dairy Factory Hand at Thames Valley Dairy Company, Te Aroha. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura on 17 Apr 1952. Posted to RNZA as a Gun Number 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 1 Sep 1952 as Gunner on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued journey by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 16 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 10 Feb 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured 13 Feb 1954 by second degree burns to forearms and face. Admitted 25 Canadian Field Ambulance 13 Feb and was discharged back to unit 20 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, Australia and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 28 Apr 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jun 1954, shortly after return to NZ. Served overseas one year 240 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These were stolen from his home at Arapuni during 1986 and were replaced at cost. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 28 Feb 2001 aged 74 years. |
| CARNALL, Tony Bernard Thomas | 13101 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, UK, 17 May 1932. Was a scholar when he enlisted the RN on 5 Oct 1947 as Boy 2nd Class with Service No P/JX 843412 and entered HMS Bruce, a training school for 15-year-old boys on 18 Nov 1947. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 15 May 1948. Drafted to HMS Ulster (U-class destroyer) 27 Nov 1948–17 Mar 1949 for ship-board training. Drafted to HMS Peacock (Black Swan-class sloop) 18 Mar 1949 and operated from HMS St Angelo (Base in Malta) and HMS Phoenicia (also a base in Malta). He returned to Britain 11 Feb 1950 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 17 Mar 1950 while at HMS Victory. Granted Free Discharge 29 Mar 1950 to join the RNZN. Entered the RNZN on 30 May 1950 as a Boy 1st Class and Ordinary Seaman. Shortly after his arrival he was drafted to Pukaki on 19 May 1950 which sailed with Tutira from Devonport on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Served in Philomel 23 Dec 1950 advanced to 17 May 1951. Drafted to Lachlan 6 Feb–8 Jun 1952. At Philomel briefly prior to being sent to HMAS Watson 3 Jul–26 Sep 1952. Served in Philomel 27 Sep–11 Nov 1952 then Tamaki 12 Nov 1952 where he is shown as Able Seaman with Radar Plotter 3rd Class. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 14 Oct 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 21 Jan 1953 and went to Britain and was present at the Royal Naval Coronation Review at Spithead on 12 Jun 1953. He then served in HMS Vanguard, Britain’s largest battleship 16 Jun 1953–19 Jan 1954. Advanced to Leading Seaman 14 Oct 1953. In Victoria Barracks 20 Jan–25 May 1954 and was then drafted to HMS Hawke (shore station at Dartmouth) 26 May 1954–20 Apr 1955 then to HMS Temeraire at Portsmouth 1 May–11 Sep 1955. RTNZ and was at Philomel 15 Sep 1955–16 May 1956. Sent back to HMAS Watson for further courses 17 May–12 Sep 1956 and was graded Radar Plotter 2nd Class on 7 Sep 1956. The remainder of his service was in Philomel, advanced to Acting Petty Officer backdated to 5 Sep 1956 and Tamaki where he advanced to Petty Officer 5 Sep 1957. DEE 27 Aug 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. It is not known whether he received the Naval LS&GC Medal for his 20-years’ service. |
| CARPENTER, Albert Bernard | 1546 | Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Wellington 20 Dec 1926. Enlisted in RNZN in 1943 as a Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki advanced to Boy 1st Class on 14 Jan 1944 and served briefly in Philomel to 24 Feb 1944. Drafted to Gambia 25 Feb 1944 and served in the Indian Ocean, SE Asia and the Pacific and was involved in a series of carrier raids against oil installations and airfields. Gambia saw action off Okinawa, Formosa and Japan and took part in a bombardment of the Japanese mainland on 9 Aug 1945. She was under attack by Japanese aircraft at the time that a ceasefire was announced and possibly fired some of the last shots of WWII. He was in Gambia 2 Sep 1945 in Tokyo Bay for the signing of Japanese Surrender until decommissioning in the RNZN in 1946. Also served in Achilles and Bellona. Served in Tutira as Leading Electrical Mechanician during Korean War and was involved in electrical maintenance on board the ship. Received Korea and UN Korea medal ribbons only while on course at HMAS Cerberus, Williamstown, Australia, as there was a shortage of medals to issue. Travelled to the UK to learn the new equipment on board Royalist and served on the ship during the Suez crisis. Served as a member of RNZN Liaison staff at Canberra 1963 to 1966. Highly thought of in the RNZN, “…for his enthusiasm, diligence, intelligence and original thinking.” Discharged from RNZN in the rank of Chief Electrician. Discharged to RA 19 Dec 1966. Died Stokeswood Rest Home, Stokes Valley, 10 Jan 2006. Awarded British Empire Medal (1963), 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZ GSM clasp ‘Near East’, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal, KWSM 1950–53. His British Empire Medal was pinned on his chest by HM Queen Elizabeth II at an investiture in Wellington. Father served in RN for 25 years and came out in HMS Chatham in 1922 and took his discharge from RN in 1923. Brother to Maurice CARPENTER q.v. |
| CARPENTER, Kenneth Alan | 14738 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Elsterwick, Victoria, Australia 5 Aug 1928. Employed as a cabinet maker before he entered the Royal Australian Navy on 12 Mar 1946 as an Assistant Cook. He reached the rate of Leading Cook (Officers) but was disrated and released from the RAN on 19 Feb 1953. Entered the RNZN at Philomel on 20 Feb 1953 as a Cook (Officers) and served in Tamaki before he was drafted to Kaniere on 16 Jun 1954. Advanced to Leading Cook (Officers) on 1 May 1954. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Kaniere RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955 and he then served in Bellona and Black Prince. He returned to Bellona and sailed to Britain to return her to the RN and came back to NZ in Royalist being involved in the Suez affair when Egypt closed the Suez Canal causing Royalist to return via South Africa. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Cook (Officers) (Local) on 16 May 1956 and to Petty Officer Cook (Officers) on 1 Jan 1957 His final service in the RNZN was in Black Prince 26 Mar 1957–16 Feb 1959. DEE on 19 Feb 1959. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM (R). |
| CARPENTER, Maurice Bryan (Chips) | 13135 | Leading Sick Berth Attendant | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Wellington 25 Sep 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 25 Sep 1949 as a Probationary Sick Berth Attendant. Initial training conducted in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Passed his education tests while in Tamaki. Advanced to Sick Berth Attendant on 4 May 1950 and to Leading Sick Berth Attendant on 17 Mar 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953, sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 and travelled to Korean waters via Sydney, Singapore and Hong Kong. Served mainly on west coast of Korea, came under fire from Communist artillery in Chi Nam Po area. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji arriving NZ 2 Mar 1954. Served in Philomel 7 Mar 1954 and advanced to Acting Sick Berth Petty Officer (Local) 19 May 1955 and then to SBPO 28 Oct 1955. Sent to the UK as part of the crew to sail Taranaki to NZ. At Maori 7 Jan 1961 then joined Taranaki 29 Mar 1961. Taranaki arrived at New Plymouth via Panama and Pearl Harbour 28 Oct 1961 and to Auckland 2 Nov 1961. In Philomel 26 Jan 1962 and advanced to Sick Berth Chief Petty Officer 22 Apr 1962. Drafted to Taranaki 10 Jan–26 Jun 1963 and then drafted to RNZN Naval Hospital at Philomel. Also served in Tamaki, in Waikato and returned to the RNZN Naval Hospital 21 Jul 1967. Advanced to Medical [?] Chief Petty Officer 7 Aug 1967. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal with Gratuity (25 Sep 1964) and KWSM. Discharged to RA 21 Sep 1969. Living at Upper Hutt 2004. Brother to Albert Carpenter q.v. |
| CARR, George | 11739 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Glasgow, Scotland, UK, 13 Dec 1926. He appears to have served in the RN as there is an entry on his Posting Card which reads Qual PFF (Ship) 25 May 1945 and QDC’A’ 26 Jan 1946 which appears to mean Qualified Dec Crew. Entered RNZN at Cook III which became Cook and later became Maori on 1 Apr 1949. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and Tamaki 8 Feb 1948–21 Feb 1949. Drafted to Kaniere 22 Feb 1949–26 Jan 1950. Served in Philomel 27 Jan–3 Apr 1950. Drafted to Pukaki 4 Apr 1950 which sailed with Tutira from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Went back to the UK and was DEE 19 Feb 1951. It is not known whether he received the Korea Medal or the UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM which his family MAY be able to claim on his behalf. |
| CARR, Lawrence George (Shan) | 3555 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Wellington on 31 Jan 1920. Enlisted in RNZN on 21 Oct 1941 and was commissioned Sub-Lieutenant in the RNZNVR in 1942. Underwent training in the UK and served in destroyers (Dryad, Odyssey, Mercury) in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Later served in Achilles in the Pacific and on the occupation duties in Japan. In 1946 was granted a permanent commission in the RNZN. Specialised as a Communications Officer and served in the RN Mediterranean Frigate Flotilla. Coms Officer in Bellona circa 1950. He was later the first commander of Irirangi near Waiouru. Appointed Commander of Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 and travelled to Korean waters via Sydney, Singapore and Hong Kong. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Awarded Distinguished Service Cross (London Gazette, 23 Feb 1954, p.1163). Appointed Executive Officer Philomel until 1956. Attended Joint Services Staff College in the UK, 1956–57. Appointed Naval Assistant (Personnel) at Wellington 1957–59. Returned to the UK to attend Senior Officers War Course. Commanded Taranaki 1962–64. Graduated from Imperial Defence College 1965 and was appointed Commodore Auckland. Appointed Rear Admiral, Chief of Naval Staff, I Jul 1969. Appointed CB NY Hons 1971. Awarded DSC, 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps), Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Retired 14 Sep 1972. Died Omana Private Hospital, Auckland, 9 Sep 1990 aged 70. His funeral service was held in St Christopher’s Chapel, Devonport Naval Base 17 Sep 1990. Never married. |
| CARR, Reginald Dennis | 204054 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Otorohanga on 5 Jun 1925. Served as Private in 1 Battalion, Auckland Regiment (Service No 643500) 24 Nov–23 Dec 1943. TSFD to the non-mobilised strength of the unit. Previous service in the RNZN (Service No 11031) from 6 Sep 1945–2 Apr 1947 as Stoker 2nd Class. Served in Achilles and Arbutus. Plumber for T.D. Horan, Otorohanga. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Hamilton on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked 8 Sep at Sasebo for sea trip to Pusan disembarking 10 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in Korea on 10 Sep 1951. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Apr 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ deplaning 29 Apr 1953 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 242 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in Regular Force 7 Jun 1955 in RNZE, was seconded to NZ SAS and emplaned Whenuapai 14 Nov 1955 for service with 22 SAS Regiment in Malaya. Completed and qualified on Parachute course at RAF, Changi. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 8 Jul 1956. Emplaned 29 Nov 1957 in RNZAF aircraft at Changi, Singapore. RTNZ deplaning Whenuapai 1 Dec 1957. Returned to ND Construction Sqn, RNZE after leave and was discharged 18 Jun 1958. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. GSM 1918 Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.455 sent to Otorohanga 13 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZDSM and KWSM. Died Otorohanga 13 May 2005 aged 88 years. |
| CARR, Ronald Cray | 206236 | Lance Corporal | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 07/05/2052 | Born New Plymouth on 18 Feb 1924. Previous service in RNZAF during WWII and reached the rank of Sergeant (Service No 44309). Served overseas for one year 182 days. Awarded 1939–35 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Self-employed driver at New Plymouth before enlistment in Kayforce. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Trained in Waiouru camp and at the School of Signals Trentham Camp. Promoted Lance Corporal 13 Nov 1950 embarkation. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and reverted to Signalman on 10 Jan 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt NZ Component and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt RNZA. M/O to NZ Base HQ, CTBA to 16 Fd Regt 12 Apr 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 7 May 1952 from RMA Ararangi (Teal flying boat) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 150 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1962. Served in 1 Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regiment, Mortar Platoon, from 1 Oct 1955 to 1 Apr 1959 and reached the rank of Sergeant. Died New Plymouth, 20 May 1986, aged 60 years. Cremated at New Plymouth/Taranaki Crematorium. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CARRAN, Norman Charles | 969032 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 24/11/2053 | Born Lumsden, Southland 8 Nov 1931. First intake Compulsory Military Training scheme. Ex Territorial Force soldier. Tractor driver for his father at Mossburn, Southland. Enlisted 9 Jan 1952 in Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 31 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Jun 1952 and served in 161 Bty. Attached to NZ Base FAP 7 Aug 1953. Involved on Escort duties from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 13–16 Aug 1953. CTBA to NZ Base HQ and returned to 16 Fd Regt. RTNZ on compassionate grounds. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 5 Nov 1953 and remained in NZ Roll (Compass). Emplaned Iwakuni, 21 Nov 1953. Deplaned Wellington 24 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 24 Jan 1954 and posted to the Territorial Force. Served overseas one year 182 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.457 sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address Mossburn. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Mossburn Southland 10 Jun 2011 aged 79 years. |
| CARRICK, Walter | 14453 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, UK, 22 Nov 1919. Was a Fitter & Turner prior to enlisting in the RN as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class on 12 Sep 1939. His first ship was HMS Cyclops a submarine tender built before the Great War in which he served 22 Nov 1939–26 May 1940. His next ship 27 May 1940–28 Jun 1943 was HMS Maidstone also a submarine depot ship built 1937. In this ship he was based at Gibraltar in 1941 and then based at Algiers Harbour in the Mediterranean later the same year. Hi next ship was HMS Verulam a destroyer in which he spent most of his RN service. He was involved in convoy JW57 along with HMS Black Prince, an escort carrier HMS Chaser and other destroyers to Kola Inlet. They accounted for two u-boats for the loss of one destroyer. Also involved in an attack on the Tirpitz and on the way home joined the escort for convoy JW58. Back in British home waters he was soon involved in preparations for the Normandy landings and was involved in bombarding targets round Lion-sur-Mer on 6 Jun 1944. Verulam then went east and was based on HMS Highflyer (Ceylon–Sri Lanka) and took part in the Battle of the Malacca Strait with four other destroyers which sank the Japanese cruiser Haguro on 16 May 1945. Released from RN Service 21 Mar 1946 but enrolled in the RNR 18 Sep 1948 to 10 Mar 1954. Enlisted in Maori in London 12 Jul 1954 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and the following day was an ERS 3 with Service No 14453. On arrival in NZ he was soon drafted to Black Prince as Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class, then Bellona. Drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1956. Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. He later served in Rotoiti and Pukaki and several other smaller vessels of the RNZN. Awarded Naval LS& GC Medal 1 Sep 1961. Discharged to RA 1 Aug 1966. His RN medallic awards are not known but may include i939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal and War Medal. Service in the RNZN would qualify him for the following awards NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CARRIGAN, Neil Michael | 206134 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Feilding on 28 Oct 1927. Employed as a window dresser for Webster Manchester Values, Lambton Quay, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB in Wellington on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 15 Fd Regt 7 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea as part of the Baggage Party. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Battle School 3 Nov–4 Dec 1951 while attending Physical Training Course. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington about 7.30am on 25 Apr 1952 (This would have meant that he would have boarded his aircraft about 10 p.m. in Sydney) from RMA Ararangi Teal flight. Served overseas one year 138 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jun 1952. Died Kotinga, Golden Bay, 3 Oct 2000 aged 73 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Grandson entered the Army around 2005. |
| CARRINGTON, Eric Richard | 204292 | Temporary Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/05/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Auckland on 17 Oct 1925. Previous service in British Commonwealth Occupation Force, Japan (Jayforce, 647937, Gunner, RNZA). Embarked 30 Jul 1946 and returned 27 Aug 1947. Driver for the Auckland Gas Company, then Ponsonby Club Hotel. Attested 10 Jan 1952 in Kayforce as a Replacement Draft member. Emplaned 29 May 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1953. Appointed NCO i/c Driver Operators 12 Sep 1952. Attended Artillery Signals training Course at CATC, Inchon, 23 Feb–14 Mar 1953 and was “…recommended to attend a Signals Instructors Course as a result of excellent progress.” Promoted Lance Bombardier 4 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Bombardier and appointed NCO i/c BHQ Signals 13 Aug 1953, promoted Bombardier 22 Sep 1953 while holding the same appointment. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 14 Oct 1953. Served overseas one year 139 days. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 6 Feb 1954 at Waiouru and appointed Kayforce Instructor at Papakura, was also employed at Burnham Camp. “This NCO has been reported by the CI Arty NMD Trg Camp as being a first-class instructor….” Discharged from Kayforce 16 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Enlisted in the Regular Force 19 Aug 1959 and posted to 161 Bty and to 1 Locating Battery. Discharged 29 Aug 1964. Died Henderson, Auckland, 20 Mar 1996 aged 70 years. |
| CARROLL, Cecil | 206991 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Masterton on 16 Dec 1918. Served firstly as a Private in 29 Battalion during WWII with Service No 33510. Embarked 28 Oct 1940 and RTNZ 2 Jun 1941. This was for service in Tonga but did not qualify for the Pacific Star. Civil trade Jockey. Next-of-kin Mrs T. Carroll, Te Ore Ore, Masterton. Embarked for a second time 27 Jun 1941 this time as an infantry reinforcement bound for Africa. RTNZ 23 Apr 1945 in the rank of Sergeant. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star (‘8th Army’ clasp), Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Mentioned in Despatches in Italy for service at Casa Elta and wounded 4 Sep 1942. Served overseas five years 152 days. Civil occupation Bushman at Woodville. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements at Masterton on 15 Oct 1952. During training was sent on exercise to Tihoi 19–21 Jan 1953 and again 3–5 Feb 1953. This was known as a bleak and cold camp. Emplaned Auckland 12 Mar 1953 as a gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Mar 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Oct 1953 and appointed Regimental Medical Officer's Driver. Attached to 25 Canadian NCO School 31 Oct–12 Dec 1953. Attached to Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre (CATC), Inchon, 3–16 Jan 1954. Handicapped by lack of knowledge but is a good NCO. When he has achieved the standard of knowledge will make a good No 1. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Mar 1954. Attached to CATC 4–20 Apr 1954. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 13 May 1954 and appointed Gun No.1. Promoted Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 8 Jun 1954 while holding appointment of Troop Sergeant Major 163 Bty. Promoted substantive Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 21 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning at Harewood 28 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged 27 Nov 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hastings 31 Dec 1992 aged 74 years. |
| CARROLL, James Thomas | 13266 | Stoker | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Glasgow, Scotland 21 May 1926. Previously a Carpenter's labourer. Enlisted in the RNZN 25 May 1950. Underwent training in Tamaki 25 May–11 Sep 1950. At Philomel 12 Sep 1950–1 Jan 1951. Run. Removed from ships books 1 Apr 1951. Recovered and served in Philomel 27 May–30 Jul 1951. Drafted to Taupo 31 Jul 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 7 Dec 1951. At the Naval Base of HMS Commonwealth in the Port of Kure 15 Jun–27 Aug 1952 then returned to Taupo 28 Aug 1952. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Run 23 Oct 1952. Recovered and was at Philomel 28 Dec 1952–13 Mar 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 14 Mar–6 Nov 1953. Drafted to Bellona 7 Nov 1953. Run 17 Nov 1953 for the third time. Removed from Ships Books 12 Feb 1954. Dismissed from HM Service 2 Jun 1954. |
| CARROLL, Pricie | 578190 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2054 | 09/12/2054 | Born Hastings 9 Apr 1932. Enlisted in Regular Force 6 Jun 1951. TSFD to Territorial Force at own request 1 Apr 1952. No Gratuity payable. Labourer at Pakipaki, Hastings. Enlisted in Kayforce 6 Feb 1954. Emplaned Wellington 2 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1954. Accidentally injured 28 Jun 1954 causing severe strain and deep bruising to his back. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC 12 Oct 1964. Attached to 3 Canadian Field Ambulance 13 Sep–14 Oct 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ CTBA to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 9 Dec 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Feb 1956 and posted to TF unit. Discharge Cert sent to Pakipaki, Hastings 13 Feb 1957. Served overseas one year 191 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CARROLL, Thomas Patrick | 204124 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Whanganui on 28 Apr 1926. Came from Durie Hill, Whanganui. Driver for Ministry of Works at Tauranga. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Paeroa on 13 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked for sea trip at Sasebo and disembarked Pusan, Korea on 4 Sep 1951. Posted to A Transport Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal and appointed Section 2i/c 31 Dec 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal and appointed Section Commander 23 Feb 1953 and to substantive Corporal 16 Apr 1953. Emplaned Japan for RTNZ 9 May 1953 and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 13 May 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1953, soon after RTNZ. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Whanganui, 18 Aug 2006 aged 80 years. |
| CARROLL, Whiri Rex (KARA) | 13626 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hastings, 22 Jun 1932. Farmhand before joining the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman on 17 May 1951 for an eight-year engagement. Underwent training in Tamaki. Drafted to Bellona 5 Jan–10 Jun 1952. At Philomel for a little over six months. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan–28 Nov 1953. At Philomel again 29 Nov 1953. Has ‘R’ against his name 28 Nov 1953. Advanced to Able Seaman 20 Dec 1953. Served in Black Prince Jun–Nov 1953 and went to the UK for the Coronation Review in Jun 1953. Rotated between Black Prince, Bellona and Philomel until drafted to Kaniere on 30 Dec 1955. As Kaniere was already in Korean waters he may well have flown to Japan to reach his ship. Served in Korean waters between the period Aug 1955 and 31 Jul 1956. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties. Remained in Kaniere until 4 Feb 1958. Last service was at Philomel 5 Feb 1959–16 May 1959. DEE 16 May 1959. Applied to join the NZ Army Apr 1963, provisionally attested, but was discharged two weeks later. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and NZDSM. |
| CARROTHERS, Christopher Micheal | 14861 | Signalman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 5 Apr 1938. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN 30 Jul 1953 as a Boy 2nd Class. During training in Tamaki advanced to Boy 1st Class on 15 Mar 1954 and served briefly in Philomel where he advanced to Signalman Boy 25 Nov 1954. Served in Black Prince, then Kaniere and advanced to Ordinary Signalman 5 Oct 1955. Further service in Philomel, Tamaki and advanced to Signalman in Philomel on 5 Nov 1956. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained aboard until drafted to Wakefield 23 Sep 1 Nov 1959. Served in Philomel 2 Nov 1959 and was sent to Britain 11 May 1960 for training in new equipment in Otago. He remained in Otago and was one of the crew who sailed her to NZ. Otago’s first port of call being Dunedin. Drafted to Philomel 25 May 1961 and was discharged BNPS 29 Jun 1961. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CARRUTH, Bruce Thomas | 34639 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Alexandra on 20 Feb 1930. Borer Cure Operator before joining the Army. Enlisted in RNZ Armoured Corps 16 Jul 1950. Discharged 6 Jul 1953 at own request on payment. Re-enlisted in Kayforce in Dunedin on 11 Aug 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and onwards to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and M/I to Unit 12 Jan 1954. Attached FAP Canadian NCO School 3 May 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt 15 Jun 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft (Flight 8) to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas 333 days. Discharged 12 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.462 sent to a Dunedin address on 13 Feb 1957. Enlisted in Territorial Force on 28 Mar 1958 Otago Regiment which later became 4 RNZIR. Discharged on 1 Jun 1967 in the rank of Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Died Dunedin, 3 Dec 2002. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R and T). Died Dunedin 3 Dec 2002 aged 72 years. |
| CARRUTHERS, Albert Douglas | 203796 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Avondale, Auckland, on 27 Jan 1927. Served in Jayforce BCOF Japan. Embarked 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. SOS 2 NZEF and discharged on 2 Oct 1947. Carpenter employed by the Rehab Department, Paeroa. Attested in KMB 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to Sigs Troop, 16 Fd Regt 24 Feb 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 29 Dec 1951–8 Feb 1952 for treatment for a fever. This was a result of returning too early to work from previous attack of the illness. Discharged to NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 21 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 24 Aug 1952. Living in Thames in 1996. Awarded NZOSM and the KWSM. Thames NZKVA Branch President 2004. One of the recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize Medals awarded to NZ KVA Members. Died Thames 31 Oct 2010 after suffering from Parkinson's Disease. |
| CARRUTHERS, David Fred | 206135 | Signalman | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Te Kuiti 24 Jun 1927. Telegraphist with New Zealand Post & Telegraph Department, Te Kuiti. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Sent with three others to the RAAF Station at Ballarat, Northwest of Melbourne for cypher training from 6 Oct–27 Nov 1950 (Sig I.E. Dunford, Signalman G.F. Burt and Signalman H.S. Willenbrock). RTNZ disembarking 28 Nov 1950. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal and appointed Cypher Corporal 10 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. On arrival in Korea posted to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Corporal 1 Feb 1951. Attached FAP 27 Bde Sigs Troop 14 Apr 1951. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Senior club player in Wellington) Sprained ankle 13 Mar 1952 when playing football, near Osaka, Honshu, Japan. Received treatment at No.6 Convalescent Training Depot in Japan. Promoted Sergeant 15 Apr 1952. M/O 22 Jun 1952 from NZ Base Sigs Troop on TOD to Signals Detachment, Sub Area Pusan. M/I to NZ Base HQ 25 Jun 1952 then M/O on TOD to Brit Com Base Sigs Regt 9 Jul to 21 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Deplaned Auckland 2 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Sep 1952. Died Upper Hutt, 8 Sep 1994. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CARSON, Albert George | 970593 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/03/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Christchurch 20 Dec 1930. Farmhand for Mr H Whelan, Gore. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 18 Mar 1953 by Teal flying boat to Sydney. Then flew by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam, to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 23–31 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 7 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 7 Apr 1953. Had several problems obeying Routine Orders resulting in loss of pay. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TFRD to NZ Roll 24 Sep 1954. RTNZ by boat from Pusan to Japan and emplaned 17 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings from Iwakuni, Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to Auckland deplaning 19 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 216 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 13 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Discharge Cert sent to Balfour 13 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch, 3 Apr 1984 aged 53 years. Cremated at Timaru crematorium. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CARSON, Ramon Deane | 33946 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born Christchurch 29 Jun 1931. Started work a Ballantynes in tailoring trade but stayed on a few months, then went to Urlwins, Christchurch, for six months then to Latex. Enlisted as Regular Force soldier 12 Sep 1949 and served in RNZAOC as a storeman then changed to RNZASC on 7 Nov 1950 with the hope of becoming a cook. Discharged at own request 22 Jul 1951. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement Draftee 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May. Entered Korea and posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Jun 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP CATC Inchon 6–22 Oct 1952. Had difficulty adhering to Routine and Standing Orders. Accidently KILLED in vehicle accident 6 Jun 1953. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His family also received NZOSM (presented to his nephew at Parliament 3 Sep 2003), NZDSM, NZ Memorial Cross and KWSM. Memorial Scroll sent to NOK 18 Mar 1959. His family also received the President's Medallion from President Park Chung Hee in 1968. |
| CARSS, Roland Errol | 327302 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Auckland 22 Oct 1932. Employed as warehouseman until enlisting in the RNZN 23 Nov 1950. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. First sea service was in Bellona 17 Sep–S3 Oct 1951. Has ‘R’ against his name 23 Oct 1951 but was recovered 9 Jan 1952 and returned to Bellona. Advanced to Able Seaman with Gun Layer 3rd Class grading on 1 Sep 1952. He remained in Bellona until 15 Jun 1954. Drafted to Pukaki in the Reserve Fleet 15 Jun–18 Aug 1953. Also trained as a diver. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 26 Sep 1954 and served in Tamaki and Philomel until sent to Maori in the UK to bring Endeavour (the former Falkland Islands supply and survey ship John Biscoe) to NZ to join the RNZN fleet mainly for Antarctic service. Drafted to Black Prince 7 May–10 Nov 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. DEE 22 Nov 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CARTER, Barry Douglas | 207847 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled by air via Manila and Australia. Deplaned Auckland on 22 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.466 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Auckland. On discharge he went initially to his father’s home in Devonport, Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CARTER, John Leonard | 15657 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 20 Mar 1935 in the UK. Enlisted 4 Jul 1950 in the RN as Boy 2nd Class. Firstly at HMS St Vincent then HMS Widemouth Bay. Drafted to HMS Armada Dec 1951 and apparently served in the Mediterranean. Also served in shores stations such as HMS Pembroke and HMS Neptune. Drafted to HMS Superb 27 Aug 1954 as an Able Seaman and advanced to Leading Seaman 30 Dec 1954. Discharged from the RN on 6 Aug 1956. Entered the RNZN as an Able Seaman 7 Aug 1956 at Maori in London. The next day was rated Leading Seaman. Drafted to Royalist 19 Jul 1957 but as this ship had left NZ on 20 May 1957 it is uncertain how he reached his ship but suspect he was flown to Hong Kong or Japan. Left NZ for SE Asia tour and was in that ship when it served briefly in Korean waters 8 Oct–11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 19 Jul 1958. Advanced to Petty Officer 11 May 1959. Returned to the UK 4 Jun 1960 to be part of the crew to bring Otago back to NZ and arrived in Devonport after visiting Dunedin 19 Jan 1961. Drafted to Taranaki 6 Apr 1965 and served in Malaysian waters. Qualified for GSM 1962 (Borneo clasp) for service 29 Nov–21 Dec 1965 and 27 Feb–22 Mar 1966. GSM issued 9 Sep 1968. Later awarded LS&GC Medal (68) and bar (83), also Queen's Medal for Champion Shot, RNZN. In service Apr 1984 as Chief Petty Officer Seamen, Seaman Branch. Posted to Support Branch, Defence Headquarters. Also awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZDSM and PJM. Discharged to RA 20 Mar 1985. |
| CARTER, Maurice Richard (Nick) | 203752 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Whangarei 1 Dec 1924. Had previous army service in BCOF, Japan. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1960. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Photographed on the wharf at Pusan taking time off from unpacking stores. Signalman, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned Auckland 23 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.467 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to his family address at Mangapai. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Oct 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 8 Sep 2005 aged 79 years. Buried Takahiwai Marae, Takahiwai, Whangarei. |
| CARTER, Raymond Charles | 203989 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Auckland 20 Jun 1923. Heavy transport operator prior to joining the services. Served in Army and 2 years in RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea on 2 Sep 1951 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ circa 13 Feb 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and by Teal flight from Sydney to deplane Auckland 4 Mar 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Died Auckland, 7 Oct 1986 aged 63 years. Cremated North Shore Crematorium. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CARTER, Rodney Joseph | 13183 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Port Albert, east side of Kaipara Harbour on 9 Apr 1953. Employed by the NZ Post & Telegraph Department before enlisting in the RNZN on 17 May 1951 in the rate of Stoker. After his initial training in Tamaki and Philomel drafted to Bellona 14 Apr 1952 to 4 Mar 1954 for his first sea service. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 8 Aug 1952. Served in SML P3566 14 Mar–2 Apr 1954. Served in Lachlan then drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955. Served in Korean waters Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. Advanced to Mechanician (Engineering) 1 on 19 Mar 1955. On RTNZ he was drafted to serve in Lachlan again. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 15 Nov 1958. DEE 16 May 1959. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Nelson 1970. |
| CARTER, Samuel Mita | 206454 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/08/2053 | Born Masterton 20 Apr 1916 but came from Pirinoa. He was a self-employed carpenter and builder. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 2 Sep 1951. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 24 Dec 1951 and TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Amb. Accidentally injured–head injury. Discharged to unit on 29 Dec 1951. Admitted to 121 American Evac Hosp 26–27 Sep 1952 and again 6–20 Oct 1952. This second item is also shown as Brit Com Z Med Centre and reports a left ear problem. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy on 17 Jan 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll on 22 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 1 May 1953 and to Lance Corporal on 21 Jul 1953. While at NZ Base HQ he was a Lance Corporal Storeman in the Base Camp ‘Q’ Store and was the unit carpenter. Regarded as a reliable and competent worker. Embarked in Hawea at Kure, Japan, for RTNZ. He appears to have been one of 20 Army personnel who RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 in Hawea when she came back from her deployment in Korea. Disembarked from Hawea at Auckland on 29 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 29 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Mar 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.469 was sent 13 Feb 1957to a Featherston address. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CARTER, Thomas James | 206864 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 20/11/2053 | Born 17 Feb 1930. Fencer at Waewaepa Station, Dannevirke. Enlisted 15 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Remained with Reinforcement Training Unit until 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the next day. RTNZ in plaster the result of lifting a gun trail and deplaned Wellington 20 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 106 days. Underwent orthopaedic treatment at Palmerston North Public Hospital. SOS Kayforce 12 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Discharge Cert sent to Dannevirke 13 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Waipukurau 2 Sep 2013 aged 83 years. |
| CARTER, William Robert | 914164 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/04/2054 | 05/05/2055 | Born Christchurch on 18 Feb 1933. Labourer for Cubits and Czshokke, Roxburgh Hydro works. Enlisted 9 Dec 1953 in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Harewood, Christchurch 21 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney then flew by Qantas to Japan. Entered Japan 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 3 May 1954 and posted as a driver to 10 Tpt Coy. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Emplaned 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight at Iwakuni and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Harewood, Christchurch 5 May 1955. Served overseas one year 15 days. Discharged 31 May 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Labourer for Bloomfield Sawmill, Oamaru. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 3 Nov 1955 but was discharged 9 Dec 1955 to TF unit without further overseas service. Discharge Cert sent to Oamaru 13 Feb 1957. Died Blenheim 3 Sep 2002 aged 69 years. Buried in Services Cemetery, Fairhall, Blenheim. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Not known if these have been issued. |
| CARTIER, Neville Bertram | 333457 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Auckland 23 Jul 1932. Employed as a boiler house trimmer Hellaby's meat works Westfield, then labourer for the Auckland City Council. Ex TF soldier from 9th Intake CMT. Enlisted in Kayforce on 3 Jul 1953. Emplaned Auckland 21 Apr 1954 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953, entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served mainly in the Armistice Area near the Imjin River. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 127 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 24 May 1955 and posted to Territorial Force (HQ RA CB Staff Troop). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.472 was sent to Avondale, Auckland, on 13 Feb 1957. Died Dargaville 26 Feb 2006. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CARTMILL, Frederick Roy | 204587 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 02/10/2054 | Born Cambridge on 29 Jun 1927. Employed as a driver for Waikato Breweries. Previous service in RNZN during WWII (11015, Leading Signalman). DEE. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil airline. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea on 10 Mar 1953. Served in 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 17 Sep 1953 and appointed Troop TARA NCO (Technical Assistant RA). Attached FAP CATC Inchon 11 Oct–22 Nov 1953 for artillery course. Attached to 25 Canadian Infantry Brigade NCO School 28 Feb–11 Apr 1954. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Apr 1954 and was then promoted Bombardier 1 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 2 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.473 was sent to a Raglan address on 13 Feb 1957. Died Hamilton, 25 Dec 1977 aged 50 years. Buried at Ngaruawahia Services Cemetery. Also awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CASEY, Albert Raymond | 208476 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 22/09/2054 | Born Dunedin 15 Feb 1930. Labourer at State Coal Depot, Dunedin. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned 17 May 1952 on Teal flying boat AWATERE from Wellington to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 May and entered Korea 25 May 1952. Posted to 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed 2i/c Gun 19 Aug 1952. Reverted to rank of Gunner 27 Oct 1952. Attended CATC Inchon course 27 Oct–15 Nov 1952 followed immediately after by a further course 17 Nov–6 Dec 1952 (top of this course but speech impediment meant that he could not become a Gun No.1). Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed 2i/c Gun 28 Jun 1954. Served overseas one year 219 days. Deplaned from RNZAF Sunderland flying boat at Auckland 22 Sep 1954. Discharged 8 Feb 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZGSM (K) and KWSM. This group offered for sale and sold by NZ Collector Services late 2016. |
| CASEY, Edward Joseph Kitchener | 35157 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/05/2053 | 21/07/2054 | Born Wellington. Ted was a forest ranger and forestry worker at Kaiangaroa and attested in 2 NZEF at Rotorua in 8 Jan 1940. Embarked with 7th Anti-Tank Regt as a Gunner with Serv Nov 20988 on 1 May 1940 (2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.2 p.33). Entered UK on 19 Jun 1940. Embarked from UK on 16 Dec 1940 and disembarked in Egypt on 16 Feb 1941. Embarked in Mar 1941 to serve with Lustre Force (Greece). Reported as SAFE in Egypt 18 May 1941. He continued to serve in 7th Atk Tk Regt. RTNZ on furlough and disembarked 12 Jul 1943. Re-embarked in 1st Sect Reinforcements on 12 Jan 1944 and embarked Alexandria for Italy on 23 Mar 1944. Embarked Tewfik, Egypt on 17 Mar 1945 and RTNZ disembarking Wellington on 21 Apr 1945. Struck off the Strength of 2 NZEF and discharged on 24 May 1945 having completed 5½ years of service. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star (‘8th Army’ clasp), Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Entered the Regular Force on 3 Oct 1951 as a Temporary Lance Corporal and was posted to the Army Schools, Trentham. Regular Force Corporal at the Army Schools, Waiouru, selected for posting to 6th Reinforcements as a Storeman. Emplaned Auckland 8.30am on 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then by Qantas to Japan. Entered Japan 23 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Served with this unit while in Korea. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 27 May 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 31 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni, 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood (Christchurch) 21 Jul 1954. Served overseas in Korea one year 62 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Sep 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| CASEY, George Patrick | 203686 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Hamilton on 6 Aug 1928. Employed as a cook at Ellerslie, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 7 Nov 1950 and to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Appointed as a Cook in 161 Bty. Attached FAP to British J.R.H.U, to attend a Cook’s Course 16 Oct 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, 16 Sep 1952 for RTNZ completing the journey on Teal flight deplaning Auckland 19 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal (on RO 30 Nov 1951) and UN Korea Medal on RO 21 Jun 1952. Discharged 13 Sep 1952. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.475 sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CASH, John Ernest Morgan | 33262 | Corporal | Attached 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZEME | 10/02/2054 | 28/03/2055 | Born Inglewood on 3 Jun 1928. Previous service in RNZAF and Regular Army. Enlisted in RNZEME on 1 Feb 1949 and was discharged on 26 Jun 1952 at his own request. For the first 11 months of service, he did not appear to have been allotted a Regular Force number. Driver for Inglewood Motors before he joined Kayforce. Attested in Kayforce on 23 Sep 1953. Emplaned as a Craftsman at Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Arrived Iwakuni and deplaned 13 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD on 19 Feb 1954. Entered Korea on 20 Feb 1954. M/I to 16 Fd Regt on 22 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 5 Aug 1954 and to Lance Corporal on 22 Oct 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ on 26 Oct 1954 and M/I from 16 Fd Regt on 29 Oct 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll on 12 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight ex Australia at Harewood, Christchurch on 28 Mar 1955. Served overseas one year 47 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 May 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.475 was sent to an address in Inglewood on 13 Feb 1957. Died New Plymouth 31 Jan 1970 aged 42 years. Buried Inglewood Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CASH, William John | 211041 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 04/06/2053 | 06/11/2053 | Born Te Hapua almost at the tip of the North Island on 24 Aug 1924. He was a mill hand for Bennett and Punch at Ohakune. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Ohakune on 4 Jun 1953. His training was conducted in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and flew onto Japan by Qantas deplaning Iwakuni on 6 Jun 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 15 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the next day. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 23–25 Jul 1953 and was returned to his unit. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ on 27 Oct 1953 and was TSFD to the NZ Roll for compassionate RTNZ. M/I to NZ Base HQ 28 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 8 Nov 1953 and RTNZ via Sydney Australia deplaning Auckland on 11 Nov 1953. Served overseas 161 days. Discharged 6 Dec 1953. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.477 sent to an address in Te Awamutu 13 Feb 1957. Died Kaitaia, 27 Oct 1984 aged 60 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and perhaps KWSM. |
| CASHION, Gerald Charles | 814436 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Christchurch on 29 Nov 1931. Builders’ labourer before he enlisted 13 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Christchurch. His training for Korea was conducted in Burnham Camp. Posted to Active Service 15 Apr 1953 and to RNZASC. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight (Flight George) as a Driver to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, Japan. M/I to NZ Reinforcement Unit on deplanement 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 13–16 Oct 1954 and was discharged to unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by RNZAF Hastings aircraft from Sydney to deplane Harewood, 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 150 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Kayforce Discharge Cert sent to Papanui, Christchurch 13 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Now shown as a carpenter. Attested for a three-year engagement in the Regular Force on 1 Aug 1957. Posted to 1 Bn NZ Reg as Private on TSS Wahine and sailed in TSS Captain Cook on 28 Nov 1957. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Camp 15 Dec 1957 then moved to Kota Tinggi. RTNZ in Captain Cook and disembarked at Lyttelton on 15 Dec 1959. Discharged at own request on 22 Feb 1960. Awarded GSM 1918 (M). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CASHION, Owen Clive (Cash) | 33538 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born 5 Jun 1931. Regular Force soldier enlisted 23 Jun 1949. Seconded from RF in present rank and corps to Kayforce on 25 Mar 1952. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 as Bombardier on Teal flight to Sydney as part of the 1st replacement draft. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1952. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 Nov–2 Dec 1952. Had some problems accepting and adhering to Routing and Standing Orders. Posted to 1 Aust. R.H.U. on 12 Dec 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15 Jan 1953. Posted to 3 RAR from 1 Aust R.H.U. on 21 Feb 1953 and served in D Coy. Battle casualty WIA Hill 355 on 8 May 1953 and was admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 3 RAR and TSFD to NZ Roll 31 Aug 1953. Committed several offences and failed to obey written orders. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney to be employed as an instructor. Deplaned Wellington 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 30 Nov 1953 and reposted to the Regular Force in the rank of Private. Discharged 15 Feb 1954. Living at Alexandra in 1996. Later issued NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CASHMAN, Edmond J | 202826 | Chaplain | ? | RNZChD | 18/02/2052 | 07/03/2055 | Born County Cork, Ireland 22 Apr 1912. Roman Catholic padre. Previous service in 2 NZEF. TF 1951–52. Emplaned 18 Feb 1952 and entered Iwakuni 21 Feb 1952 Served in Kayforce 1952–55. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Mar 1955 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned 7 Mar 1955. Served overseas three years 17 days. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZChD as a Chaplain 4th Class, 9 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Levin 4 Nov 2007 aged 89 years. |
| CASHMORE, Brian Trevor | 13557 | Cook | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Petone, 24 May 1933. Employed in the advertising industry before enlisting in the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 in the rate of Assistant Cook. After initial training in Tamaki served at Philomel as Assistant Cook 2 Apr 1951–24 Nov 1951. Advanced to Cook 25 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 5 Jan 1952 and left NZ 7 Jan 1952 in that ship for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties. Drafted to Tamaki 6 Jul 1953 and advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Local) 14 May 1954. Discharged from Philomel 18 Jul 1954 Permanently unfit for Naval Service. Awarded Korea medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CASSIDY, Robert Hohepa | 203746 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Waima, Hokianga on 27 Sep 1924. Employed as an electrical linesman for Public Works Dept., Mangakino. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 16 Fd Regt in the Fd Regt Pool and 161 Bty. Promoted Lance Bombardier on 4 Oct 1951 and to Temporary Bombardier while appointed Section Bombardier on 22 Dec 1951. To be Temporary Sergeant while appointed Gun No.1 on 1 Feb 1952 and to Sergeant on 1 Apr 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland on 26 Apr 1952 and went on furlough. On completion of leave he re-emplaned at Auckland as a Sergeant on 30 Jun 1952 and re-entered Japan on 2 Jul 1952. Re-entered Korea on 7 Jul 1952 and was reposted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 11 Dec 1952 and to Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 23 Jun 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll on 10 Jul 1953 and M/I NZ Base HQ on 28 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni on 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 18 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Went to Waima, Hokianga on his return to NZ. Attested in Regular Force on a five-year engagement on 1 Aug 1957. Also served in Malaya 1957–59 as Lance Corporal, 3 Pl, A Coy, NZ Regt. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Also Mentioned in Despatches for service in Malaya. The citation reads: “Corporal Cassidy has performed outstanding service both as a Sections Commander and as a Platoon Sergeant in all aspects of anti-terrorist operations in North Malaya. His command of his men both in operations and at all other times has been of a very high standard.” TSFD to the Regular Force Reserve on 3 Mar 1960 at his own request. Later entitled to or awarded to NZOSM, NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. Bob Cassidy died before 2008 aged about 82 years. |
| CASSIE, Gavin Leith | 32088 | Lance Corporal | NZ Base HQ (attached) | RNZE | 07/10/2053 | 06/01/2054 | Born Wellington 13 Nov 1931. Enlisted 14 Jul 1948 as a Regular Force Cadet, Miles Company, the first class of cadets (was a cadet with LM (Rusty) Taylor (1st Sergeant Major of the Army) and DW McLeod (in RNZAF List). Assistant Foreman of Works from Central Military District. Posted to Kayforce wef 28 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as Sergeant on Teal flight to Sydney and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni on 10 Oct 1954. The majority of the men on this flight were RNZE who were sent for specific tasks. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 28 Fd Engr Regt RE. M/O from 28 Fd Engr Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Struck off the Strength of Kayforce 14 Jan 1954 and reposted to Regular Force at Petone. Later changed Corps to RNZEME. Warrant Officer 2nd Class Storeman, 1 Infantry Brigade Workshop, Papakura Camp, Jan 1969. Served in Gurr’s Battalion 1 RNZIR 1963–65. Regimental Police Sergeant. Later Captain (Special List). Auckland Northland Regional Recruiting Officer 1977–82. Later Captain & Quartermaster at Papakura Camp Property Office. Retired 25 Oct 1983 after 33 years of service. Employed as civilian in Papakura Camp for several years. Living at Papakura 2004. Died Takanini, 11 Mar 2009 aged 78 years. Awarded UN Korea Medal only (published in NZ Base HQ RO Part II on 3 Nov 1953). Awarded GSM 1962 with clasps for ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’ and LS&GC Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CASTLE, Wilmot Rodd | 11803 | Chaplain | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, 30 Sep 1910. Anglican Clerk in Holy Orders commissioned as Chaplain 4th Class and posted to 7th Inf Bde Group on 4 Oct 1939. Posted to 3 Division 2 NZEFIP on 29 Sep 1942; Embarked for New Caledonia 29 Sep 1942. He served in Guadalcanal, Treasury Islands, Vella Lavella and Green Island. Posted to 144 (Independent) Bty for duty 1 Jan 1943; TSFD to HQ 2 NZEFIP for duty T Jul 1943; TSFD to 29 NZ LAA Regt 6 Dec 1943 and RTNZ on 26 May 1944. Embarked for Middle East as Chaplain Major on 29 Jun 1944. Posted to Advance Base 14 Aug 1944, then to 2 NZ Gen Hosp on 28 Aug 1944 which was then in Italy. Next Posted to 18 NZ Armoured Regiment 26 Mar 1945 which was fighting north of the Senio in Italy. Promoted Chaplain 3rd Class on 4 May 1945. He returned to Maadi Camp, Egypt 28 Aug 1945 and RTNZ on 27 Jan 1946. Struck off 2 NZEF and posted to the Reserve of Officers. Entered the RNZN as Probationary Chaplain and appointed to Tamaki on 1 Apr 1948 with seniority from 20 Sep 1941. Served in Pukaki 20 May 1949–30 May 1950 and advanced to Chaplain on 31 May 1950. Served in Tamaki, Bellona and the went back to Tamaki on 5 Jan 1953. Served in Philomel from 4 May 1955–24 Mar 1957 and appointed Base Chaplain. Appointed to Royalist (additional) on 25 Mar 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Korean waters. Philomel RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in Royalist until posted to Philomel on 5 Sep 1958 and then to Lachlan on 28 Oct 1958–3 Jan 1959. He then served as chaplain in Rotoiti then Pukaki and Philomel and was additional for passage to the UK and was in Maori until appointed to Taranaki from 28 Mar 1961–14 Jan 1962. He served again in Rotoiti then Irirangi, Philomel, Rotoiti, Pukaki and Otago. Released from the RNZN on 29 Sep 1965 and posted to the Retired List on 30 Sep 1965. |
| CASTLES, George Taumure | 337384 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 14/10/2053 | Born Waitakaruru, Hauraki Plains on 19 Jan 1930. Labourer Southdown Freezing Works, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 27 Jan 1955 as single man but was later discovered to have been married with a family. Emplaned on Teal flight at Auckland to Australia 18 Jun 1953. Deplaned Japan 21 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 14 Oct 1953. SOS Kayforce and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve 4 Nov 1953. Served overseas 119 days. RTNZ for compassionate discharge. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharge Cert sent to Auckland 13 Feb 1957 but this was returned, 'Gone: No address'. NOTE: An imposter used this man's service number and signed himself Honorary Brigadier when making application for the NZOSM. This man was seen impersonating a NZ Brigadier (with the name Jodie Castle) at an ANZAC Day parade in Melbourne 2003 and 2004. No such brigadier has served in the NZ Armed Forces. Was seen wearing a range of medals to which he was not entitled. Also claimed he was the 28 (Maori) Bn 'Ambassador' in Australia which was also a false representation. |
| CATES, Joseph James Enright | 208971 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/05/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada on 7 Nov 1926. Previous service of 329 days in the Australian Army. Discharged at own request. Labourer for Birds Eye Foods, Christchurch. Attested 20 Jan 1954 in Kayforce at Christchurch. Trained at Burnham and Waiouru Camps for Korean service. Emplaned Wellington 19 May 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney and travelled on by civil air for Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea on 16 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt on 9 Oct 1954 and became a Driver. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 8–19 Sep 1955. M/O from 10 Fd Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 23 Nov 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ three days later but remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 205 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Feb 1956. Later enlisted in the Regular Force on 3 Jan 1967 as a storeman clerk and later became a Sergeant, RNZAOC. Posted to 1 Base Ordnance Depot, Trentham Camp, 22 Nov 1971. Still at that unit Nov 1975. Discharged from Base Supply Battalion, Trentham Camp 8 Nov 1978. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Carterton on 28 Mar 2014 aged 87 years. |
| CATTO, James Alexander | 208477 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 17/05/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Born Tuatapere on 17 Feb 1926. Enlisted 10 Feb 1946 for Jayforce service at Invercargill. Embarked Lyttelton on HMT Chitral for Japan 31 Jul 1946 and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served in BCOF Japan (652340, Private, Infantry Corps, 27 Bn). TSFD to NZ Roll, embarked on the HMT Dunera 6 Aug 1947 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Discharged from Jayforce on 6 Oct 1947. Timber worker and Linesman from Tuatapere. Also employed at Renwicktown, Marlborough. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement at Dunedin on 9 Jan 1952. Trained at Burnham Camp and was posted to RNZ Sigs on 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on R.M.A. Awatere to Sydney and travelled on by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan on 20 May 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and entered Korea on 25 May 1952. Served in Charlie Troop. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Nov 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 4 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and arrived Wellington on Teal flight at 7.30am on 8 Dec 1953. Discharged 7 Feb 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.481 was sent to Tuatapere 13 Feb 1957. Died Invercargill, 11 Oct 2002. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| CATTON, Jack Lionel | 31052 | Staff Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Napier on 21 Feb 1919. Regular Force soldier entered the Army on 22 Mar 1939. Previous service at home during WWII. Staff Sergeant Catton was posted to Kayforce 16 Fd Regt RNZA on 13 Jul 1953 and appointed Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 1 Aug 1953. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on arrival in Korea. After 12 months service in theatre his appointment was extended for a further six months. Slightly injured when he was struck by an American GMC truck driven by a Turkish UN soldier near 163 Bty position where he was employed as the Battery Sergeant Major. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 20 Nov 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Only received United Nations Medal for Korea. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class. Also awarded LS&GC Medal (Military), MSM. See Service Lives Remembered. Died Auckland, 29 Mar 1982 aged 63 years. Buried Waikumete Services Cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CAUSER, Benjamin John | 12754 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Coventry, UK, 18 May 1928. Previous service in the Royal Navy. Enlisted in RNZN at Maori, London 15 May 1949. Drafted to Lachlan 29 Jul 1949 and brought this ship from Australia to NZ. Was on board the ship when involved in surveying the entrance to Wellington Harbour and in Jan 1950 undertook a survey of Foveaux Strait and Bluff Harbour. At Philomel 5 Dec 1950–30 Mar 1951. Drafted back to Lachlan 31 Mar–26 Aug 1951. At Philomel 27 Aug 1951–25 Mar 1952. Drafted to Rotoiti 7 Jan 1952 and sailed the same day for service in Korean waters. On 26 May 1952 changed to Taupo which was also in the same location. While in both ships he served mainly in the west coast waters of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 At Philomel 28 Oct 1952–14 Feb 1953. Discharged BNPS 14 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CAVAYE, Kenneth Wallace | 203994 | Temporary Sergeant | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 20/08/2054 | Employed as a farmhand. Served in Jayforce second relief as 650996 Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll No.16, p.22. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force in early Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). “…mentioned in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1st January to 30th June 1953.” Discharged from Kayforce 4 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.482 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Newmarket, Auckland, 13 Feb. Died Whangarei 26 Aug 1999. |
| CAVE, Earl Roy Avery (Roy) | 32730 | Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/08/2053 | 23/07/2054 | Born Auckland on 15 Jun 1930. Attested in the NZ Army on 4 Aug 1948. He was serving in Waiouru Camp at the time he was seconded to Kayforce on 6 Jun 1953. Posted to Active Service at Waiouru (for Korea) on 25 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney as a Corporal. Continued by Qantas or BCPA via Darwin, Manila, Guam to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea on 25 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 26 Aug 1953. Served in H Troop, 2 Sqn, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Attached FAP to Div HQ Tpt Pl from 29 Oct 1953 to 19 Dec 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 28 Jun 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 5 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul for RTNZ and reposting to the Regular Force. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight from Sydney on RTNZ 23 Jul 1954. Served overseas 346 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from the Army on 11 Sep 1954. Attested in Regular Force for three years on 16 Mar 1959 as Temporary Lance Corporal Telegraph Op. Sailed from Wellington on TSS Captain Cook on 6 Nov 1959. Disembarked from TSS Captain Cook at Penang and M/I to Sobraon camp, Taiping 25 Nov 1959. Attended Jungle Course at Levin 13–21 Jun 1959. Served in Malaya, 2 NZ Regt, HQ Coy. Promoted Temporary Corporal while holding appointment as Wireless Corporal. GSM 1918 clasp Malay authorised on RO 5/59 HQ NZ Army Force FARELF dated 9 Dec 1959. Medal issued 15 Jul 1960, Schedule No.2. Incorrectly named so the medal was reissued on Schedule No.6 dated 31 Oct 1960 and received at 2 Echelon, Singapore 8 Nov 1960. Emplaned Changi for RTNZ 7am on 7 Nov 1961 and deplaned Whenuapai 11am on 8 Oct 1961. Regarded as a mature applicant who had considerable experience with Sifs work in the Army and with radio work in civilian life. Later served in Linton Camp and in Army HQ Signals Centre. Promoted Sergeant 3 Feb 1965. Discharged from the Army on 29 Mar 1966. Later awarded NZOSM and PJM. Died at Tangimoana, Levin, 26 Apr 2000, aged 69. |
| CAVE, Raymond May (Dick) | 301853 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 17/11/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Mangonui, Northland, on 10 Feb 1930. Self-employed farmer on his father’s farm. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Whangarei on 1 Jul 1953. Posted to RNZ Sigs 12 Apr 1953. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Papakura and Burnham camps. Emplaned Auckland on Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 28 Nov 1953. Entered Korea on 29 Nov 1953. Posted to ‘C Troop, Div Sigs Sqn. Played rugby in Japan and cricket in Korea. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey by air from Sydney to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 9). Served overseas one year and 11 days. Discharged 11 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.483 was sent to an address in Kaitaia on 13 Feb 1957. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (K). Died peacefully at his home in Napier 14 Mar 2018 aged 88 years. |
| CAWKILL, Raymond John Alfred (aka Jack) | 35242 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/05/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Christchurch 24 Jul 1930. Employed by Robertson & Co, Durham St., Christchurch as a labourer and driver. Enlisted in the Regular Force 5 Nov 1951. Posted to SD Constr Sqn, RNZE Jul 1952 as Field Engineer. Re-classified as Driver Basic Sep 1952. Discharged at own request 7 Nov 1953. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Jan 1954 and emplaned Wellington 19 May 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Jun 1954 and entered Korea 4 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 7 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 354 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jun 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Re-enlisted in Kayforce RNZASC 3 Nov 1955 and emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RM Airliner bound for Sydney. M/I Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo on deplanement 5 Dec 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Dec 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 7 Jan 1956 and appointed Section 2i/c. Promoted Temporary Corporal 3 Mar 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl as Chief Clerk 15 May 1956. Reverted to Lance Corporal on ceasing to hold appointment of Section i/c. Attached FAP 1 Bn Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders 6 Aug 1956. This was apparently just a short stay. Promoted Temporary Corporal 24 Oct 1956 again taking up appointment of Section i/c. Promoted Corporal 25 Jun 1957. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy tp NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Japan 10 Aug 1955 and deplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1957. Served overseas this tour one year 254 days. Discharged 4 Oct 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. Died Christchurch15 Mar 2008 aged 77 years. |
| CAWLEY, Peter | 12613 | Steward | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Burtonwood, Lancashire, UK, 14 Apr 1926. Previous service in the RN from 31 Dec 1945 to 20 Jan 1948. Enlisted as a Stores Assistant but soon changed to Steward. Most of his service was in shore stations but he did serve in HMS Protector a 'net layer' which was later converted to an arctic patrol vessel. Discharged from the RN 20 Jan 1948. Enlisted in the RNZN 6 Feb 1949 at Maori, London as a steward. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a member of the crew which brought the ship to NZ. He stayed with that vessel and sailed for Korea on 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korean waters. Was involved in patrols and escort duties and Tutira was at the Inchon landings where she was part of the screening force. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but he stayed a while longer in Tutira until 25 Aug 1951. Also served in Kiwi, Lachlan, Hawea, Bellona and Black Prince but did not return to Korea. DEE 5 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. DEE 5 Feb 1955 and went to Okato, Taranaki. |
| CHADWICK, Tom | 13870 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Ulverston, Lancashire, UK, 15 Nov 1920. He entered the RN (Service No D/KX 106470) 27 Mar 1940. Served during WWII. Drafted to HMS Repulse on 1 Aug 1940. He participated in the Norwegian Campaign and in the search for Bismarck in early 1941. Repulse was TSFD to the East Indies Command in Oct 1941 and was sunk by the Japanese off the coast of Kuantan, Malaya on 19 Dec 1941. Tom survived. He was rescued and returned to HMS Lanka in Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Drafted to HMS Capetown 11 Apr 1942 which was nearing the completion of repairs in Bombay having been damaged by the Italian Torpedo boat MAS 213 in Apr 1941. When at sea again Capetown was sent to the Persian Gulf to help in convoy protection. Returned to the UK in Sep and was held initially at HMS Drake 28 Sep 1943. He served in HMS Whitaker and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker 30 Jul 1944. This ship was heavily damaged by a u-boat and was towed to Belfast naval yard but took no further part in the War. Tom Chadwick also served in HMS Caroline a de-commissioned WWI light cruiser, HMS Artiflex a RN repair ship in which he went back to Ceylon and by 1 Jun 1946 he was serving in Singapore in HMS Pincher a minesweeper. HMS Tyne was the depot ship for Pincher and he moved to this ship 21 Jan 1947 until 3 Oct 1947 advancing to Leading Stoker Mechanic 2 May 1947. Discharged by purchase 23 Mar 1948. Became a painter and decorator. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France & Germany’ clasp, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal 1939–45. Also awarded Naval GSM clasp ‘Minesweeping 1945-1951’. Enlisted in the RNZN at London on 14 Aug 1952 in the rate of Stoker Mechanic and on successive days advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from NZ 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters. Pukaki mainly involved in escort and patrol duties on the west coast of Korea. On RTNZ also served in Bellona where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1Oct 1955. Then served in Royalist, Black Prince and finally Kaniere. DEE 26 Aug 1958 having attained the rating of Petty Officer Mechanic (Engineering). He remained in New Zealand as an option agreed on enlistment. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CHALLIS, Derek Arden (Wilkinson) | 11207 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand 29 Oct 1930. Entered the RNZN on 11 Jul 1946 as Boy 2nd Class. Initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 16 Jan 1947. Drafted to Bellona 7 May 1947 for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 29 Oct 1949. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 26 May–2 Jun 1949 followed by service in HMAS Warrego a survey craft from 3 Jun 24 Oct 1949. Advanced to Able Seaman 29 Jul 1949. Drafted to Lachlan on 25 Oct 1949–31 Jan 1952. Also served in Bellona and Lachlan again before being drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from NZ 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters. Pukaki mainly involved in escort and patrol duties on the west coast of Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 12 Jun 1953 and to Leading Seaman 12 Jun 1954. RTNZ 3 Sep 1954. At Philomel for his last weeks of service. DEE 19 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM (R). |
| CHALMERS, David Archibald Edward | 203621 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born the UK on 11 May 1927. Previous service in British Army. His father was his NOK and lived in the Coast Guard Station, Eyemouth, Sunderland, Scotland. Employed as a brewery labourer for NZ Breweries, Auckland. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in KMB at Auckland. After training embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Promoted Lance Bombardier while at sea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and served in Baker Troop, 161 Bty. Promoted Bombardier 7 Jan 1951, Promoted Temporary Sergeant while Gun No.1 on 21 Jun 1951. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 14–17 Jul 1951. Promoted Sergeant 19 Aug 1951. Reduced to the ranks on 15 Nov 1951. (Unfit for duty by previous indulgence in alcohol, disobeying a lawful command, using threatening language, neglecting to obey Regtl Orders). He then served in NZRTU 16 Dec 1951–25 Jan 1952. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 28 Jan–11 Apr 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney on 8 May 1952. Served overseas one year 151 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jun 1952 and went to Auckland. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Palmerston North on 20 Dec 1990 aged 63 years. |
| CHAMBERLAIN, Maurice O'Rourke | 206235 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Otaki, on 11 Nov 1921. Five years previous service in the Army as a Gunner and Driver. Served in Jayforce (NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.15 p.27) Shown as a Driver in NZASC with Service No 630702. Discharged on demobilisation. Mechanic employed by Mr C. Lawson, Egmont Street, New Plymouth. Enlisted 29 Jun 1950 in KMB. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl and remains on strength of 16 Fd Regt for R&Q (‘rations and quarters’) while in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pltn and attached FAP NZ Base HQ on 6 Apr 1951 but was soon posted back to NZ Tpt Pltn on 18 May 1951. Admitted to 8055 MASH 26 Jun 1951 and returned to his unit when discharged from unknown [sic] Hosp. Failed to comply with several orders and spent time in Canadian Detention Barracks 9 Feb–6 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHAMBERS, Eric William | 14377 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Peterborough, North Hants, UK, 3 Jan 1925. Enlisted in the Royal Navy from 18 May 1943 with Service No P/JX 552968. He was first drafted to HMS Glendower as an Ordinary Seaman 18 May 1943 and then went to HMS Wellesley where he underwent training as a merchant ship gunner. He also served in HMS Magpie 12 Oct 1945–17 Apr 1946 (which was based at Alexandria and then at Malta) then the minesweeper HMS Arcturus (also at Malta) and HMS Vengeance a light aircraft carrier Aug 1947 to Jan 1949. This service saw the awards of the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France & Germany’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal (replaced at cost in 1969 of 45 cents for medal and 10 cents for registered postage), War Medal and NGSM with clasp ‘Palestine’. DEE as an Able Seaman to 29 Nov 1952. Enlisted in the RNZN 4 Feb 1953 at Maori, London, granted the rate of Able Seaman and given the Service No 14377. His service in the RNZN included time in Bellona (Sep–6 Dec 1953), Hawea (7 Dec 1953–22 Oct 1954), Pukaki–for service in Korean waters Aug 1955–Jul 1956 and Black Prince. His next ship (according to his posting card) was HMNZS Royalist which was already in SE Asia when he joined it on 21 Jan 1958. Royalist returned to NZ4 Jul 1958. Able Seaman Chambers was awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity on 3 Mar 1959. He also served in Rotoiti and Irirangi. Discharged to RA 8 Feb 1969. His service record does not show what medals to which he was entitled or issued for his service in the RNZN but it is likely that the awards would consist of NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CHAMBERS, Ernest | 208264 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Te Kauwhata, 3 Jul 1920. Farmer at Te Kauwhata. Initially served in 2 Bn Auckland Regt for Home Service and was at Kensington Camp Whangarei in Jul 1942. Enlisted in 8th Reinforcements and served in 2 Fd Regt, NZA in the Army during WWII. Embarked for overseas service 10 Dec 1942 RTNZ 30 Sep 1945. Was a labourer for WD and HD Wills, Tobacco Manufacturers, Motueka, Eastern side of Motueka River in Tasman Bay. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. TSFD from RNZASC to RNZA 29 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 26 Oct 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt 31 Sep 1951. Admitted to 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Stn 4–11 Nov 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge via Sydney. Returned by Teal flight and deplaned Auckland 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 216 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Discharge Cert sent to Te Kauwhata 13 Feb 1957. Died Auckland, 29 Mar 1973 aged 52 years. Buried Waikumete Services Cemetery. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHAMBERS, Gordon Walter | 12891 | Leading Cook | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Rangiora 8 May 1931. Employed as a farmer before he enlisted in the RNZN on 23 Jan 1949 as an Assistant Steward. Underwent training in Tamaki and changed to Assistant Cook (Officers). Drafted to Hawea 5 Mar 1950–20 Jan 1951 then served in Bellona 21 Jan 1951–4 May 1952. Served in Philomel 5 May–7 Jul 1952 and advanced to Leading Cook (Officers) 1 Jun 1952. Drafted to Hawea again 8 Jul 1952 and took part in the second deployment of the ship to Korean waters sailing from Devonport 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters. RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Black Prince as Leading Cook 30 Jan 1955–19 Apr 1955 though he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Cook (Local) 19 Feb–24 Apr 1955 but reverted to Leading Cook 25 Apr 1955. DEE 1 May 1955. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged to Inactive Reserve 3 Sep 1955. Later became a restaurant proprietor in Timaru. |
| CHAMBERS, Paul | 551420 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Gisborne 16 Jun 1933. Labourer for Steel Supplies Lower Hutt. Served in 7th Intake CMT. Enlisted 16 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai 12 Nov 1954 as a Signalman, RNZ Sigs for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC 20 Oct 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice area and at Gloucester Camp. Had several difficulties accepting Army discipline. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 May 1956 and posted to TF unit. Also served in 2 Fd Sqn, RNZE for a while after RTNZ. Discharge Cert sent to Lower Hutt 13 Feb 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Paraparaumu, 9 Aug 2005 aged 72 years. |
| CHAMBERS, Richard Ernest | 12730 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Bognor Regis, Sussex, UK, 16 Nov 1921. Employed as an engineer’s stover (metal heater?) before entering the RN 16 Mar 1942 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No P/SSX 777866. Underwent training at HMS Ganges and Pembroke and was drafted to HMS Sheffield (cruiser) 26 Jun 1942. Unlike most RN ships at that time, her fittings were made of stainless steel instead of brass. This was an attempt to reduce the amount of cleaning required by the crew. Richard was aboard Sheffield for Operation Torch–the allied landings in North Africa in Nov 1942. He was also involved in the Battle of the Barents Sea while in Sheffield which sank the German destroyer Friedrich Eckoldt and damaged the cruiser Admiral Hipper. Served in HMS Pembroke 13 Apr–2 Oct 1943 and was then in Pembroke IV (Chatham) and drafted to HMS Ashanti and was then involved with convoy escorts and was part of the escort of HMS King George V from Gibraltar with the Prime Minister Winston Churchill on board. HMS Ashanti was also involved as escort for minelaying operations and attacks against German torpedo boats and took part in patrols to prevent German warships interfering with Normandy landings. Returned to HMS Pembroke 12 Dec 1944 and then to HMS Victory 5 Jan–11 Apr 1945. Drafted to HMS Nelson (battleship) 12 Apr 1945–24 Mar 1948 and sailed to join the East Indies Fleet via Gibraltar, Alexandria and Colombo. Participated in operations against the Japanese off the Kra Isthmus, Southern Thailand. Returned to Britain and served in HMS Resource (a depot and repair ship) 17 Apr 1948–9 Mar 1949. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 20 Mar 1949. Entered RNZN at Cook/ Maori in London 20 Mar 1949. Drafted to Tutira (Loch Katrine) 4 May–6 Jun 1949. TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949 and remained in her until 23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Later served in Black Prince, Tui and Lachlan. DEE 19 Mar 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps), Africa Star (‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp), Burma Star, War Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHAN FAN | 0 | Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 13/06/2058 | Chinese crewman, recruited in Singapore and discharged at Hong Kong at the end of the deployment. |
| CHANDLER, James Wilfred | 208706 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born Granity, Westport 30 Jun 1924. Bushman employed by R. Nixon at the village of Hector, West Coast, South Island. Enlisted 10 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 23 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and continued to Korea by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and Japan and landed at Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA the same day. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Awarded 21 days detention for one of his misdeeds. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 3 Nov 1953 and appointed Bty Duty NCO then to Lance Bombardier 1 May 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 7 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 and deplaned Wellington 23 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 305 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Nov 1954 soon after return to NZ. On return to Westport was admitted to Buller Hospital 24 Aug 1954 with malaria. Died Westport, 15 Dec 2003 aged 79 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM |
| CHANNING, Thomas James | 203797 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/09/2052 | Born Rotorua 26 Jun 1929. Motor mechanic employed by State Forest Service Rotorua. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Posted to RNZA, 16 Fd Regt 5 Oct 1950 while in training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Driver in 16 Fd Regt. Posted to HQ Comwel Div Tpt Pl and remains RNZA 18 Jun 1951. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 29 Oct 1951. To be DVR, Temporary Corporal while appts i/c Section. 1 Nov 1951. To be Corporal 1 Feb 1952Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 17 Apr 1952 and was discharged direct to unit 24 Apr 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from Div HQ Tpt Pl 30 May 1952. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 Aug 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2 Sep–8 Sep 1952 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 13 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 279 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Nov 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHANNINGS, Andrew | 203512 | 2nd Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Hunterville on 15 Aug 1928. Surveyor/Technical Assistant. Enlisted in KMB on 9 Jun 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Served in 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni on 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ on furlough. Emplaned for return for second tour to Korea 31 May 1952. RTNZ in HMNZS Hawea via Hong Kong and Cairns and arrived Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Promoted Captain. Appointed MBE (London Gazette, 1 Jun, 1953, p.3014), “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea, during the period 1st July 1952, to 28th February 1953.” QB Hons (NZ Gazette, No.33, 11 Jun 1953). SOS Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. Later served in Territorial for three years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM., NZDSM (T and R) and KWSM. Died 8 Jun 2013 aged 84 years. |
| CHAPMAN, Bruce Stanley | 10683 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Palmerston North 24 Oct 1929. Enlisted in the RNZN 15 Apr 1945. Served in the latter part of WWII in Tamaki and in HMNZS Gambia. Also served in Bellona and Kaniere. Served in HMS Illustrious (aircraft carrier) for a period. Drafted to Rotoiti 11 Dec 1951–30 Jun 1953. Served in Rotoiti on second deployment to Korea. Promoted Acting Petty Officer 11 Dec 1952. Was a keen sportsman and played rugby, soccer, cricket, softball and tennis. Gained second place in Advanced PRT Major Games Course. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 24 Oct 1962. Discharged to RA 23 Oct 1966. Offered an appointment as Physical Education Teacher at Takapuna Grammar School, Auckland. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), Naval LS&GC Medal and KWSM. |
| CHAPMAN, Desmond Arthur | 15872 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Waipukurau, Hawkes Bay, 26 Jun 1939. Went to Hawera Tech. High School and was employed as a farmhand on the family farm at Tutira, Hawkes Bay before he entered the RNZN on 24 May 1956 as a Junior Recruit. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was rated as Junior Electrical Mechanician on 23 Nov 1956. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class 26 Dec 1956. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage (See RNZN Ships in the Introduction.) Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 26 Mar 1958. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in that ship until drafted to Black Prince 23 Sep 1958. Served in the Electrical Division. Also served in Rotoiti, Philomel, Royalist again 9 Feb 1963–10 Sep 1964, Philomel and then Tamaki where he advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician on 5 Apr 1963. His last sea service was in Rotoiti 26 Apr 1965. DEE 25 Jun 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). Died Whangarei? 20 Oct 2006 aged 67 years. |
| CHAPMAN, Donald Henry | 12483 | Electricians Mate | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Mt Eden, Auckland, 6 Dec 1930. Photographer before entry into RNZN on 7 Oct 1948 as Probationary Electricians Mate. Gained 16mm Projectionist's Certificate and was probably used as a projectionist while on board ships. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class at Philomel 11 Jul 1949. Served in Bellona 15 Jul 1949–18 Jan 1951. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 11 Jan 1950. Served in Kaniere 25 Aug–20 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 21 Nov 1951 the day it returned from Korean waters. Sailed from NZ on 7 Jan 1952 for the second deployment to Korean waters. Passage from Hong Kong to Sasebo after calls at Raoul and Suva. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. On 22 Feb–Anchored in Han River estuary to provide gunfire support during planned raid on enemy positions. Came under heavy fire from three shore batteries and withdrew without casualties. Continued with patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Later served in Tamaki and Philomel late 1953. Drafted to Bellona on 7 Sep–23 Nov 1954. DEE as Electrician's Mate First Class, 5 Dec 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Drafted to RNZNR inactive reserve but discharged medically unfit 3 Jan 1961. Living at Urenui, Taranaki 2001. Died New Plymouth, 21 Dec 2002 aged 72 years. |
| CHAPMAN, Douglas Charles | 896364 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 26/08/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Temuka on 14 Dec 1932. Previous service in the CMT training programme and in the TF. Civil trade motor mechanic for J.E. Thomas in Temuka. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements at Burnham Camp on 21 Apr 1953 and was posted to RNZEME for training for Korea. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 as a Craftsman on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 30 Aug 1953. M/O from NZRTU and was posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD on 30 Oct 1953. M/I to this unit on 1 Nov 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt LAD to 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD and posted 10 Nov 1953. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 12–14 Nov 1953. M/O 28 Fd Engr Regt to 16 Fd Regt RNZA, posted to the unit, TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA and M/I to 16 Fd Regt all on 7 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Aug 1954, to Temporary Bombardier 11 Sep 1954 and to Bombardier on 20 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Harewood, Christchurch, from RMA Arahia on 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 89 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jan 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Awarded NZOSM and is entitled to NZDSM. Living at Temuka in 2004. Died Temuka on 24 Oct 2006 aged 73 years. |
| CHAPMAN, Ernest William | 3758 | Engine Room Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK, 7 Mar 1920. Joined the RN on 7 Nov 1939 as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class with Service No P/MX 62001 on a 12-year engagement. Served in HMS Luxia a submarine depot ship 4 Feb–2 Aug 1940, HMS Ceres a C Class light cruiser from 3 Aug 1940–20 Jan 1943. While in this ship he served in the Indian Ocean and was based at Colombo and was also involved in the re-conquest of British Somaliland from the Italians and convoy escorts and protection. He returned to the UK and served in HMS Waterwitch an Algerine-class minesweeper 7 Jul 1943–8 Nov 1946 based at Portland and then sailed in Nov 1943 for St Angelo in Malta finally returning to the UK in Jun 1946. Served in HMS Resource, a fleet repair ship, 22 Aug 1946–14 May 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic, Africa, Burma and Italy Stars and War Medal for his RN WWII service. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, London as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 26 Jan 1952 and advanced on successive days to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class. Stationed at Philomel on arrival in NZ. In Nov 1952 while at Philomel he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class. Drafted to Lachlan 20 Oct 1953–3 Feb 1955. Served very briefly in P3556 before returning to Lachlan 10 Feb 1955. In Tamaki 28 Jun 1955–2 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957. HMNZS Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. DEE 25 Jan 1958. |
| CHAPMAN, Gebor Maxwell | 12550 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born 27 Sep 1932. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 2 Dec 1948. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class. First sea service was in Bellona. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 27 Mar 1950 and to Able Seaman 27 May 1951. Served in Philomel 1 Feb–7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952–2 Nov 1953 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Left in Naval hospital Hong Kong with influenza when the ship sailed. Re-joined the ship about a month later in Japan. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) 20 Aug 1952 and then to Leading Seaman 1 Nov 1953. Served in Philomel and gained qualification as Gunlayer 3rd Class (GL3) on 6 May 1952. Later served in Bellona, Hawea 18 Jun 1955, advanced to Petty Officer 8 Jul 1955 and gained Gun Layer 2nd Class qualification. Drafted to Rotoiti 16 Feb–12 Aug 1957. Also served in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 6 Oct 1958–3 Jan 1960 and advanced to Acting Chief Petty Officer 12 Nov 1958. Sent to the UK as part of the crew for Taranaki 7 Jan 1961 and brought the ship to NZ. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 14 Feb 1962. Coxswain, RNZN. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal which was presented on 27 Sep 1965 while he was at Irirangi. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM, Naval LS&GC Medal. Discharged to RA 26 Sep 1969. Died Auckland 13 Feb 1981, cremated North Shore Crematorium. |
| CHAPMAN, George Edward | 206219 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Warwick, England on 28 Aug 1925. Previous service in the Royal Navy for four years with Service No 725410 and was discharged as a Petty Officer (Stores) on demobilisation. He was a carpenter and also a radio tester. Had previously worked in GEC Radio Works, Coventry. England, UK. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce at Linton Camp. His training for Korea was conducted in Linton, Trentham (School of Signals) and Waiouru. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached to 16 Fd Regt (G Troop) and served throughout some of the heaviest engagements in which 16 Fd Regt took part. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and TSFD to the NZ Roll 4 Jun 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 18 Jun 1952 and deplaned Wellington 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Aug 1952. He later entered the Territorial Force and served in 2 Fd Regt RNZA from 7 Feb 1961. Promoted to Sergeant by 22 Jul 1963. TSFD to 5 RNZIR 31 Mar 1964. Re-engaged 25 Jan 1968 and was granted extensions year by year until 29 Jan 1972. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 18 Dec 1969 and tp Staff Sergeant 19 May 1970. Discharged on the completion of hie engagement on 29 Jan 1972. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R & TF) and KWSM. Died Levin 18 Aug 2007 aged 82 years. |
| CHAPMAN, Graeme Charles | 14639 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Temuka 9 Mar 1936. Employed as a draper’s assistant before he entered the RNZN on 15 Jan 1953 as a Junior Telegraphist. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel where he advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 9 Sep 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 4 Jan 1954–13 Jan 1955. Drafted to Irirangi 21 Jan 1955–22 Apr 1957. Advanced to Telegraphist 9 Mar 1955. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Communication Division. On RTNZ served again in Irirangi 23 Sep 1958–18 Sep 1960. Drafted to Royalist 19 Sep–1 Dec 1960. Served in Manga (otherwise known as Seaward Defence Motor Launch P3567) 2 Dec 196013 Feb 1962. DEE 18 Mar 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| CHAPMAN, Graham Edward | 14703 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Kaikoura 19 Dec 1936. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 28 Jan 1953 and underwent training in Tamaki until drafted to Black Prince on 12 Nov 1953. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 20 Jul 1953 and to Ordinary Seaman 19 Jun 1954. Drafted to Lachlan 14 Jan–9 Aug 1955. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter a radar and anti-submarine training school at Edgecliff, New South Wales, 11 Aug–25 Oct 1955. Advanced to Able Seaman while on this course. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jun 1956 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on patrolling and escort duties. RTNZ 8 May 1957. Later served in Royalist 11 Sep 1958–3 Jul 1959 and again 25 Aug 1959–24 Mar 1960. Sent to the UK and was a member of the crew that worked up and then brought HMNZS Otago back to NZ. He remained in that ship until 26 Jun 1962. DEE 18 Dec 1963 and remained in Auckland. |
| CHAPMAN, James (GREENWALD) | 207823 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2051 | Came from Dunedin. Enlisted under name of CHAPMAN but real name GREENWALD. Attested in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. ETD Iwakuni 2 Sep 1951 and RTNZ arriving on 6 Sep 1951. Discharged 15 Oct 1951. Enlisted again under the name GREENWALD but did not return to Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Christchurch. |
| CHAPMAN, Raymond Goodwin | 33238 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 29/12/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born 31 Dec 1938. Civil occupation was draftsman. Enlisted 12 Jan 1949 as a Regular Force soldier in RNZEME as a learner fitter and turner at the Armament and General Workshop, Trentham Camp. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Jul 1952. Posted to Waiouru 15 Apr 1953 and reached 3 Star standard (at that time equivalent to Trade Certificate). Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 2 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 9 Jan 1954 and entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. While in Korea he continued to work as a fitter and his responsibilities were mainly to do with servicing and maintenance of the 25-pounder guns of 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 23 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 9 Mar 1955 and reposted to Regular Force. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Discharged at his own request, without payment, 7 Jun 1956. |
| CHARD, Sydney Arthur Walter | 206759 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Previous service in RNZAF in BCOF, Japan. Came from Foxton. Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned 31 May 1952 at Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. One of nine soldiers who embarked 14 Jan 1954 on HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ and travelled via Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Suva. Disembarked Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged 5 May 1954. Died Woodville, 9 Jul 2001. |
| CHARLTON, John Cecil | 204235 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 23 Mar 1929. Labourer for B & B Concrete, Penrose, Auckland. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent initial training at Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight bound for Sydney. Travelled by BCPA or Qantas via Port Moresby and Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and entered Korea 25 May 1952. His service record shows he served in 161 Bty but little else. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 1 Nov 1953 and M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ. Embarked at Kobe on 20 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping for return to Sydney and continued RTNZ by Teal flight and deplaned Auckland 4 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 243 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 8 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert is still at Trentham as he moved often and was hard to contact. Died Whanganui 12 Jan 1967. A Kayforce Discharge Cert No.492, was sent 13 Feb 1957 to Otahuhu, Auckland, but no J.A. Charlton or J.A. Carlton has been found to have served in Korea in this period. |
| CHARTERIS, Thomas | 208806 | Driver | ? | RNZASC | 18/03/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements in Oct 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 18 Mar 1953 and flew by Teal flying boat to Sydney. Flown by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Mar 1953. RTNZ by boat from Pusan to Japan and by RNZAF Hastings from Iwakuni, Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to Auckland deplaning 19 Oct 1954. Discharged 13 Dec 1954. Died Dunedin, 5 Jun 1998. Later entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHEESEMAN, Howard Oscar | 203990 | Craftsman | 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Huntly, Waikato, 1 Mar 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan (657720, Trooper, 2 Div Cav). Embarked 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. (Listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16 p.23). Discharged from Jayforce 26 Sep 1947. Came from Levin. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked 31 Aug at Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 28 Comwel Engr Regt LAD. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Oct 1953. Served overseas one year 257 days. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 3 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 for second tour. Deplaned Tokyo 4 Dec 1955. Posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy 13 Dec 1955. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 8 May 1956 while holding appointment of i/c section (LAD) and to Sergeant 15 Aug 1956. Emplaned 31 May for RTNZ (medical) via Hong Kong to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 6 Jun 1957. Served overseas one year 187 days. Total Korean service of three years 79 days. Discharged 7 Dec 1957. |
| CHEESMAN, Oswald Astley (Ozzie) | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 30/06/2052 | 16/08/2052 | Born Christchurch on 13 Sep 1913. Musician and entertainer, known as Ozzie. He was involved early in broadcasting music in New Zealand. Director of the Kiwi Concert Party during WWII in the Pacific theatre. Mr Cheesman was a composer, a conductor, arranger, and bandleader. As long as he was dealing with music he was happy, giving his best to whatever form it took. He was a ship’s musician on a number of well-known prewar liners. Back in Auckland, in 1941, he conducted the 10-piece IYA dance band in a weekly programme, ‘Fashions in Melody’. He had the distinction of being the only New Zealand band leader with a signature tune of his own composition – Improvisations. With a knowledge of German from his interest in languages, Cheesman enlisted with the thought of joining Army Intelligence, but ended up digging ditches at Swanson with the 4th Battalion Auckland Regt. Later, with the 3rd NZ Division, he served in the Pacific and formed a brass band. He became the director of the famous Pacific Kiwi Concert Party. Later was involved with the establishment of the National Orchestra (now known as the NZ Symphony Orchestra). Musical director for the New Zealand Broadcasting Service and a prominent musician from Devonport. In 1952 led the Concert Party to Korea and Japan to entertain troops in those parts. Had difficulty in convincing the services that two accordions and other stage props were necessary to make a really good show. Emplaned Auckland 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan on 2 Jul 1952. RTNZ 16 Aug 1952. All members were temporary New Zealand Army members during their tours and all received the British Korea Medal and the United Nations Medal for Korea if there before the Ceasefire, while if only there after the Ceasefire they received the UN Medal. Director of music for the New Zealand entertainment group at Expo ’70, in Osaka, Japan. Appointed MBE 1972 for services to Music. Also qualified for other medallic rewards. Died 29 Sep 1985. |
| CHERRY, Keith Alexander | 206665 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/05/2052 | 12/03/2054 | Born Wellington 26 Nov 1928. Butcher employed by C E Yeoman at Seatoun, Wellington. Came from Miramar, Wellington. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Linton and at Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by either Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. Entered Korea 21 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 163 Bty. Had some difficulty adhering to military discipline. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 28 Jul 1952 (Cook NCO) but reverted to Gunner 31 Oct 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1953. Embarked SS Taiyuan 18 Feb 1954 for travel to Sydney and RTNZ deplaning Auckland 7.30am 12 Mar 1954. This would have meant a flight start about 10pm Australian time on the 11 Mar. Served overseas one year 302 days. Applied for a second tour to Korea but did not follow up or return to Korea. Discharged 23 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Lower Hutt, 4 Sep 2001 aged 72 years. |
| CHESNUTT, Creighton John (Horrie) | 206368 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Stratford, Taranaki 8 Mar 1928. Was a motor mechanic for Taihape Auto Co. Enlisted at Stratford, Taranaki, in KMB 11 Sep 1950. Underwent training at Linton Camp and Waiouru. Posted to RNZA while in training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty and also in 162 Bty. Troop mechanic and gun number. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 10 Jul 1951 and to Lance Bombardier 10 Oct 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 29 Jan 1952 and appointed MT NCO and then to Bombardier 1 Mar 1952. M/O to NZ Base and posted to NZ Roll 19 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 265 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned initially to Taihape and was reboarded 10 Sep 1952. Discharged 2 Dec 1952. Living in Coromandel in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Suffered ill health towards the end of his life and was in permanent care at Phoenix House Coromandel from 2005. Died Coromandel 2 Oct 2015 aged 87 years. |
| CHESSUM, Robert Stanley | 206380 | Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Warkworth 27 May 1924. Pottery Mould maker, Auckland. Previous service in Army during WWII (628505) and later as Pilot Officer RNZAF (4311266). Was sent to Canada for wireless training at No.3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada. Enlisted in KMB on 28 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled to Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Provided artillery support for 27 Comwel Bde at Battle of Kap’yong during Apr 1951. Commander A Troop. Wounded in action 4 Oct 1951 by Chinese mortar fire when supporting 3 RAR attack on Hill 355. (See also Gunners, W.H.J. Wilson, T.A. McGregor and W.B. Dickson). Held appointments as Gun Position Officer, Troop Commander and then Battery Captain. After his stay in hospital he was appointed Camp Commandant at Kure Nov 1951 to Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, New Guinea and discharge. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight at Auckland ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 4 Mar 1952, p.1279). “The QUEEN has been graciously pleased to approve the following Immediate Mentions-in-Despatches to personnel of the New Zealand Emergency Forces in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea.” Posted to the Reserve of Officers 6 Aug 1952 until 1980. Awarded Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45 and NZOSM. Korea Medal (with Mentioned in Despatches), UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Returned to Korea for visit in 2004 and again in 2006. Living at Matamata in 2004. Died Pohlen Hospital, Matamata, 5 Jun 2020 aged 96 years. He was interviewed by the Korean War Legacy Foundation in 2018 which can be seen on YouTube. |
| CHEVIS, Neil William Claude | 14130 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 24 Jan 1934. Labourer before enlisting in the RNZN on 24 Jan 1952 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. On arrival in Japan was TSFD to Rotoiti 17 Sep 1952. Rotoiti RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Served briefly in ML P3551. Dismissed HM Service 7 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Not known if he received these awards or any later awards such as the NZOSM. |
| CHEYNE, Francis Winram (Rusty) | 208949 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 30/12/2053 | 27/05/2055 | Born Palmerston, Otago,13 Apr 1928. Served in RNZAF 13 Aug 1947 to 13 Aug 1952 and reached Aircraftman 1st Class in Fire crew. Served at Hobsonville, Wigram and Taieri. While training in Hobsonville he was one of four who suffered from steam burns. Initial treatment given in Hobsonville, TSFD to Auckland Public Hospital, then to Middlemore then to Burwood Hospital Christchurch for skin grafting treatment. Granted two further months sick leave. Enlisted in Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and onwards to deplane Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 27 Jan 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) 30 Jan 1954. Attached FAP to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 25 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Sep 1954 and to Lance Corporal 24 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 May 1955 on Qantas flight for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight Auckland 27 May 1955. Served in Korea one year 149 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jun 1955. Attested in SAS Sqn 4 Jun 1955 posted to SAS Sqn (service Number 71821). Emplaned Whenuapai 10 Nov 1955 and deplaned Changi 12 Nov 1955. Served in Malaya with 4 Troop, NZ SAS Sqn, 22 SAS Regiment. Also awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. RTNZ 30 Nov 1957. Later served as Sergeant in 1 Otago Southland Regt as TF soldier (Sergeant). Joined Regular Force 8 Jun 1960 as a Sapper, Plant Operator, 3 Tp, 6 Indep Fd Sqn and attached FAP SD Constr Sqn. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 17 Apr 1962. Then served in 2 Plant Tp, 2 Constr Sqn. Emplaned Ohakea 7 Mar 1964 for Operation Crown (Construction of Airfield in north-east Thailand). RTNZ deplaning Whenuapai 12 Mar 1964. Posted to 3 Tp, 1 Constr Sqn located at Riccarton Road, Christchurch. Discharged from Regular Force 31 May 1965. Living in Christchurch 1965. His UN Medal for Korea and GSM1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ were lost and replaced at cost. Also awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), appears to have received NZGSM (T) instead of a clasp for Thailand to go on NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| CHIRNSIDE, Edward William (Ted) | 207824 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Dunedin on 14 Sep 1927. Previous service in RNZAF as a Leading Aircraftman with Service No 461022. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Cook and Driver, NCO i/c Cookhouse at NZRTU. Known as a keen and reliable NCO in his unit. Also served as 162 Bty Cook. Later Bombardier. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.495 was sent to an address in Mosgiel on 13 Feb 1957. Living in Mosgiel in 1996. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Photo at Gore Reunion, K Force Despatches, May 2002. |
| CHITTOCK, Maurice John | 31076 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born on 5 Oct 1929. Regular Force soldier. Was seconded to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked on MV Wanganella at Wellington on 31 Jan 1952 for travel to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked at Sydney on HMT Devonshire 5 Mar 1952 for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Very little info regards his time in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force 30 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Promoted substantive Warrant Officer 1st Class 16 Mar 1966. Discharged from the Army 13 Mar 1973. Died Invercargill, 22 Nov 2002 aged 73 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHIVERS, Alfred Barrie | 13955 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 14/06/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Linwood, Christchurch 23 Jul 1935. Enlisted in the RNZN 23 Sep 1951 as a Boy 2nd Class then changed to Signalman Boy. Visual Signaller. Kaniere travelled to Korean waters via Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Also served in Malaysian waters during the Emergency and was involved in patrols against piracy in Indonesian waters. Took up Judo while in the Far East. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955 via Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia. Served on many well-known ships of the RNZN including the cruiser Royalist including the second commission when the ship was in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters (1957–58) and the frigates Taranaki and Waikato. Posted to Tamaki as Chief Petty Officer, 8 Mar 1971. Retired from Philomel as Chief Petty Officer Yeoman of Signals 5 Feb 1977. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal and PJM. Living at Kumeu 2004. Died Morrinsville 25 Sep 2015 aged 80 years. |
| CHONG SING | 0 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 13/06/2058 | Chinese crewman, recruited in Singapore and discharged at Hong Kong at the end of the deployment. |
| CHOPO, Ivan Joseph | 459356 | Lance Corporal | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 17/11/2053 | 29/12/2056 | Born Morrinsville 25 Dec 1930. Was Grocery Manager for Wallace Supplies Ltd, Morrinsville. Enlisted in Kayforce 30 Jun 1953. Underwent basic training in Papakura Camp and then RNZAC Corps Training at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Auckland on Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Iwakuni, Japan. Posted to NZ Base HQ 30 Nov 1953 and entered Korea 1 Dec 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Apr 1954 and to Lance Corporal 1 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Corporal while employed as Typist. Promoted Corporal 3 Feb 1955. M/O NZ Base HQ and posted to HQ BCFK 22 Jul 1955 and promoted Temporary Sergeant Movements Clerk HQ BCFK. Promoted Sergeant 15 Nov 1955. Attached to Brit Com Sub area Tokyo 20 Sep 1955. Granted a further 12 months service in Korea dating from 21 May 1956. M/I to NZ Component BCFK from Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo and TSFD to the NZ Roll 18 Nov 1956. Emplaned Kobe, Japan, 23 Nov 1956 for return to Sydney via Hong Kong, Townsville and Brisbane. Completed RTNZ to deplane Auckland 29 Dec 1957 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas three years 44 days. Discharged 3 May 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CHOY POOD KAN | 0 | Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 13/06/2058 | Chinese crewman, recruited in Singapore and discharged at Hong Kong at the end of the deployment. |
| CHRISTENSEN, Brian Frederick | 13389 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Waipukurau 13 Feb 1933. Enlisted the RNZN 15 Jun 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training at Tamaki. Drafted to Bellona 19 Jan–23 Jul 1951 for his first sea service. Was held at Philomel briefly before being sent on course to HMAS Rushcutter 5 Aug–24 Nov 1951, a radar and anti-submarine training school in New South Wales. Returned to Philomel 25 Nov 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman 15 Dec 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 1 Jan 1952 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 but remained in Rotoiti until 14 Aug 1953. Returned to Tamaki 15 Aug–26 Oct 1953 and then to Philomel 27 Oct 1953 until 2 Mar 1954. Discharged ‘Free’ 2 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHRISTENSEN, Raymond Edward | 206034 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born Taihape on 6 May 1929. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Linesman. Posted to Headquarters, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, RNZ Sigs. Served in all areas between Pusan and Seoul. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll ER 67) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas flight via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and Teal flight to Wellington deplaning 6Jun 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1952 and returned to Taihape. Living in Palmerston North 2005. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Palmerston North 19 Aug 2014, aged 84 years. |
| CHRISTENSEN, Sydney Keith | 206301 | 2nd Lieutenant | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/05/2052 | Born Auckland on 5 Nov 1927. Educated at New Plymouth Boys High School. Home service during WWII possibly in RNZAF or RNZN. Enlisted in KMB 29–30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in Camp HQ Section NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned RMA Ararangi (Teal flying boat) at Wellington 7 May 1952. SOS Kayforce and posted to Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. May have joined Regular Force. School teacher at Taupo 1955–70. Chief Fire Officer Taupo 1962–76 then Invercargill followed by Palmerston North 1980–87. President of United Fire Boards Association 1983–84. Awarded British Empire Medal for Community Service 1971 and the Queen's Fire Service Medal. Died Palmerston North 30 Oct 2008 in his 81st year. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHRISTIANSON, Lawrence William Alan | 13580 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dunedin 6 Aug 1934. Enlisted in the RNZN 31 Dec 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. He completed his initial training in Tamaki 25 Jan 1951–7 Jan 1952 during which time he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 2 Aug 1951. Drafted to Bellona 8 Jan 1952 and stayed with this ship until 19 Nov 1953 being advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 6 Feb 1952 and to Able Seaman on 6 May 1953. He then served in Black Prince 20 Nov 1953 to 4 Sep 1955. Able Seaman Christianson then returned to Tamaki for nearly six months then followed a week at Philomel before going to HMAS Cerberus to attend courses from 5 Apr–15 Jun 1956. He advanced to Able Seaman (R.C. 2) near the end of this course. He spent time at Philomel and Tamaki before he was drafted to Royalist on 1 Apr 1957 and sailed for SE Asia on 20 May 1957. She spent time in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters before RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. His record shows awards NZOSM, NGSM (M) and PJM but NZGSM (K) or NZDSM not sighted. His name is listed in HMNZS Royalist 2nd Commission Handbook p.3. He again returned to Tamaki and Philomel but was drafted to Royalist 27 Oct 1959. Against his rate is shown F.C.2/C. DEE 5 Aug 1960. |
| CHRISTIE, John | 11120 | Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Auckland 9 Oct 1925. Carpenter and joiner before enlisting in the RNZN 22 Nov 1945 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and then Philomel. Acting Able Seaman 21 Jun 1946 and Able Seaman 6 Jan 1947. Drafted to Bellona 4 Feb 1947 and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 11 Feb 1947. Remained in Bellona to 10 Mar 1948. Returned to Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 10 Dec 1948. Drafted to Pukaki 10 Jun 1949 to 5 Apr 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Sep 1950 and departed NZ 7 Oct 1950 for Korean waters calling at Darwin and Hong Kong and arriving in Japan on 5 Nov to relieve Pukaki. While in Korean waters was TSFD to Tutira on 3 May for RTNZ arriving on 30 May 1951. While in both these ships he served mainly on the west coast of Korea. DEE 21 Nov 1951. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Later a schoolteacher with Dip Ed. Died suddenly at his home on 15 May 193013 aged 87 years. |
| CHRISTIE, Rangi Tataura (Sam) | 208991 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 21/09/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born 1 Jun 1928. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Japan 25 Sep 1954. M/I to NZ Reinforcement Training Unit on deplanement. Commenced service in Kayforce as a Gunner. Changed Corps to RNZASC and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/I to NZ Base HQ and CTBA to 10 Tpt Coy on 7 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1953 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ, deplaning Auckland 24 May 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jul 1956. Joined Regular Force. Served in HQ Coy, 1 NZ Regt, 1957–59. Played football for the Battalion team. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Later Sergeant RNZIR. Posted to 2/1 RNZIR, 1 Jul 1974. Served in V3 Company in South Vietnam and again in the 1st NZ Army Training Team. Discharged from the Army 1 Jan 1977. Attended Parade '98. Living at Invercargill in 1998. Awarded British Empire Medal (Mil) NY Hons 1976, NZOSM, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, Vietnam Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Invercargill 24 Nov 2009 aged 81 years. Funeral service was held at the Invercargill Workingmen's Club 30 Nov 2009. His wife Mrs Bev Christie was awarded the QSM in for her 20 years work with returned servicemen. |
| CHRISTIE, Ronald John | 971077 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Gore 7 Dec 1929. Labourer for his father at No.3 RD, Gore. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, Japan, deplaning 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 9 Aug 1953, TSFD to Brit Con Z Med Unit and discharged 21 Aug 1953. Failed to comply with Military discipline on several occasions. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll for compassionate RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1954 and deplaned Auckland 8 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 77 days. SOS Kayforce 26 Oct 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve soon after return to NZ. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHRISTINI, Charles Terence Albert | 12901 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Onehunga, Auckland, 31 Oct 1929. The remnant of this man’s file (three pages) at NZDF Personal Archives shows no regular Naval service except for a Good Conduct Badge granted on 3 Feb 1953, Deprived 11 Dec 1954 and restored 3 Apr 1962. A UN Service Medal was awarded on 9 Jul 1953. His RNZN Posting card has a more to offer. Enlisted in the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman 3 Feb 1949 and underwent training in Tamaki. He like many other at that time had his first sea service in Bellona. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter, a radar and anti-submarine training school 12 May–26 Nov 1950. On RTNZ soon drafted back to Bellona 20 Jan 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman backdated to 3 Jul 1950. At Philomel 13 Jul–2 Aug 1951. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter again 3 Aug 1951–13 Mar 1952 and gained qualification of T.D.2. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed for SE Asia 4 Aug 1952. Served in Korean waters mainly on patrols and escort duties. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 13 Mar 1953. RTNZ 28 Aug 1953 but remained in this ship until 2 Nov 1953. Drafted to Bellona for three weeks and then drafted to Black Prince with qualification U.C. 2 on 23 Nov 1952–26 Feb 1954. Spent the remainder of his time at Philomel until discharge. Advanced to Leading Seaman 14 Mar 1954. Qualified Diver 3rd Class 25 May 1954. DEE 2 Feb 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Waihi Beach 11 Sep 2001 aged 71 years. |
| CHRISTOPHER, Alan John | 208979 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Poole, UK, 27 Oct 1930. Did National Service for two years in RAF in the UK. Tap polisher for Methven & Co, Ltd, Dunedin. His NOK was his brother Dennis Albert (14885) who was serving as a Stoker in HMNZS Bellona. Enlisted in Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Embarked Auckland 28 Aug 1954 for Korea on RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 14 Oct 1954. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 14 Oct (while on guard duty slipped and fell on ice) and TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Stn from where he was discharged 29 Oct. Released from Hospital 17 Dec 1954 to NZ Base HQ. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 7 May 1955 but it was not long before he was back in medical care. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 225 days. Discharged 2 Jun 1956. Died Mosgiel, 9 Feb 1975 aged 44 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CHRISTOPHERS, John Bews | 203781 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/01/2052 | Born Dunedin on 15 Feb 1924. Previous service in RNZAF during WWII (Service No 4211598) from Sep 1942 to 1946 and was stationed in Fiji and Tonga. Trained for aircrew but was grounded because of airsickness and was then TSFD to the Accounts Section. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Technical Assistant Training & Reinforcement Battery then moving to 162 Bty and serving wherever the battery went. Promoted Lance Bombardier, then Bombardier 7 Apr 1951 and then to Temporary Sergeant. Attended a course at the Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre, Hiro, Japan 8–16 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Jan 1952 for RTNZ to be an artillery instructor and travelled by air via Okinawa, Manila, Darwin and Sydney as a Temporary Sergeant. John was posted to Waiouru to assist with the training of Technical Assistants for Reinforcements for Korea until he was discharged from Kayforce 13 Sep 1952. Awarded Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Matamata in 2005. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CHU CHUNG | 0 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 13/06/2058 | Chinese crewman, recruited in Singapore and discharged at Hong Kong at the end of the deployment. |
| CHUDLEY, Leslie John | 13895 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Torquay, Devon, UK, 3 Jun 1922. Messenger before joining the RN. Enlisted in the RN 6 Sep 1937 as a Boy 2nd Class and underwent training at HMS Impregnable. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 2 Apr 1938. Between 5 Sep 1938 and 16 May 1939 he spent most of his time at HMS Drake but did see a few days to a few weeks in HMS Iron Duke a WWI battleship. Drafted to HMS Jackal, a new J-class destroyer, 17 Apr 1939 and while in this ship served in the Norwegian campaign, the evacuation of the Dunkirk beaches. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 3 Jun 1940 and to Able Seaman 12 Dec 1940. Deployed to the Mediterranean in 1941 and operated from Alexandria. Served during the battle for Crete and was scuttled after being heavily damaged 12 May 1942 by German bombs. Returned to the UK and was at HMS Osprey and HMS Nimrod before being drafted to HMS Teviot, a River-class frigate 20 Dec 1942. This ship was accepted into service 30 Jan 1943. Les Chudley was involved on Atlantic convoy duties and defence of military convoys to Gibraltar for ships involved in Operation Husky (Sicily landings). Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 18 Feb 1943. Then went to Ceylon to become part of the Eastern Fleet in support of operations in Burma and for convoy defence in the Bay of Bengal and the landings in Malaya in 1945. Returning to the UK he served at HMS Defiance, Osprey, Drake and Vernon before being drafted on 30 May 1949 to HMS St Austell Bay when he once more went back to the Mediterranean. He had now been advanced to Petty Officer Perm. Discharged from the RN 14 Aug 1952 to Join the RNZN. Enlisted in RNZN 15 Aug 1952 at Maori as Able Seaman and advanced on successive days to Petty Officer. Soon after arrival in NZ he was serving in Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 11 Mar 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. Mainly served as an instructor and was drafted to Rotoiti 15 Feb–26 Aug 1957. DEE 14 Aug 1958. His WWII medals are not known but would probably include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Also later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R) but it is not known if these were claimed. |
| CHURCHER, Albert Raymond (Ray) | 206137 | Lance Corporal | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 17/03/2054 | Born Feilding. Also served in RNZAF, BCOF Japan. Came from Hawera. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in NZ Tpt Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 or 16 Apr 1951 for RTNZ as a member of the Reinforcement Training Team in NZ. Re-embarked on TSS Wahine with the Expansion Force for Korea at Wellington on 2 Aug 1951. Wahine foundered on an un-marked reef near Masela Island, was rescued, taken to Darwin and flown onwards to Japan. Re-entered and served in Korea until 25 Apr 1952 when he again RTNZ on furlough and went to his home in Feilding. On 9 Jun 1952 he re-embarked for Korea for the third time. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 17 Mar 1954. RTNZ as Sergeant. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jul 1954. Brother of 206760 Lance Corporal Philip Churcher. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Feilding in 1996 and died there 11 Sep 1999. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHURCHER, Philip | 206760 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Sigs | 30/06/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Feilding 26 Feb 1928. Applied for enlistment in the RNZAF 11 Dec 1947. Dairy factory assistant for Cheltenham Co-op Dairy Co. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Linton Camp. Underwent training at School of Signals Waiouru and also a Trentham Camp. Went to Trentham Camp for No.2 OCTU selection but was not successful and was returned to his unit. Emplaned 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney, travelled on by Qantas or BCPA and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan on 2 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ, entered Korea and was attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 7 Jul 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and CTB attached to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 21 Jul 1952. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and posted to NZ Base HQ 25 Aug 1953 and M/I into his new unit eight days later on 2 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 18 Jan 1954 and appointed Tpt NCO then to Lance Corporal on 24 Feb 1954. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 24 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 261 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Brother to 206137 Sergeant Churcher confirmed as telegram to their mother advised that “Both your sons expected to arrive Wellington by air 7.30am 17 March. Died Palmerston North 13 May 1988 aged 60 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CHURCHILL, Lyndon Walter | 14951 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Kaponga, Taranaki, 9 Apr 1938. Left school and joined the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class 24 Sep 1953 and underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 15 Mar 1954 and then moved to Philomel. Drafted to HMNZS Kaniere as Boy 1st Class on 9 Jul 1954. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 9 Oct 1955 but stayed in this vessel until drafted to Philomel 22 Nov 1955. Drafted to Lachlan 12–24 Sep 1956 then to Takapu 25 Sep 1956. Advanced to Able Seaman 9 Dec 1956. Later served in Black Prince 22 Aug 1957–15 Sep 1958 and then in Royalist 16 Sep 1959–28 Oct 1959. Discharged BNPS 1 Dec 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| CHURCHOUSE, Allan Victor | 13957 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 19/07/2058 | Born Dannevirke 3 Feb 1936. Enlisted on 27 Sep 1951 in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki he like many of this period had his first sea service in Bellona. Drafted to Lachlan 2 Oct 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman 3 Oct 1954. Served in Black Prince before being drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957. Sailed from Auckland for SE Asia tour and was in that ship when it served briefly in Korean waters 8 Oct–11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 19 Jul 1958. Later served in Kaniere. Sent to the UK as a crewmember for his next ship Taranaki 8 Feb–3 Dec 1961. DEE 2 Feb 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZDSM and PJM. |
| CLAMP, Brian William | 688647 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Wellington on 6 Mar 1933. Called up for CMT Jan 1952 and served in a TF Inf Regt. Enlisted in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements during Apr 1954. Emplaned at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Driver in 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC supporting 1 Comwel Division. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney and completed RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaning at Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jun 1956 and posted to Territorial Force. Later joined Regular Force 1957. Served as a Lance Corporal in B Coy, 1 NZ Regt in Malaya at Taiping from Jul 1957-Jan 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Promoted Staff Sergeant and served in Vietnam Jun 1968-Feb 1969 as a member of 4 Royal Australian Regiment/NZ Battalion. Later promoted Warrant Officer 1st Class. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, Vietnam Medal, LS&GC Medal (Military), Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Living in Upper Hutt in 2004. Died Upper Hutt 23 Jul 2022 aged 87 years. |
| CLAMPITT, James | 712227 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 04/06/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wapping, Essex, UK, 5 Nov 1930. Roofer at Wellington before enlisting 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney and flew onto Japan by Qantas deplaning Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 15 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 1 Jul 1954. Ceased to be attached to 16 Fd Regt 9 Nov 1954, M/O to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 174 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jan 1955 and posted to. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. |
| CLARE, Peter Gordon | 13546 | Leading Stores Assistant | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Hastings 6 Oct 1931. Was a bank clerk before he enlisted in the RNZN 31 Dec 1950. Was immediately sent on Leave Without Pay until 24 Jan 1951. Entered Tamaki 25 Jan 1951 as Probationary Stores Assistant. Served in Philomel 2 Apr–18 Sep 1951 and advanced to Stores Assistant 31 Jul 1951. Served in Tamaki 19 Sep 1951–26 Feb 1952; Lachlan 27 May 1952–24 Sep 1953. Served in Philomel 25 Sep 1953–28 Sep 1954. Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 18 Jun 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 29 Sep 1954 and sailed from Auckland about late Apr 1955 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Served in Philomel 13 Sep 1956–1 Dec 1957 and advanced to Stores Petty Officer 1 Nov 1956. Served in Olphert (RNZN Reserve unit in Wellington) 2 Dec 1957–4 Aug 1958. Served briefly in Philomel and Kaniere. DEE 30 Dec 1958. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Christchurch 8 Aug 2015 aged 83 years. |
| CLARK, Alfred William | 14793 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Purakanui, Southland 8 Sep 1930. Glazier before enlisting at Masterton in the RNZN on 21 May 1953 as an Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Black Prince 25 Nov 1953–20 Sep 1954. Drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1954. Advanced to Able Seaman 24 Nov 1954. At Philomel for a few days before being sent to HMAS Watson for a training course. On RTNZ drafted to Black Prince 5 May–1 Sep 1955 then to Philomel before returning to Black Prince 21 Oct 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland to serve in Korean waters on patrolling and escort duties. RTNZ 8 May 1957. Drafted to Irirangi 17 Jan 1958–3 May 1960. Went to the UK, was held at Maori 4Jun 1960 and became a member of the crew that worked up and then brought Otago to NZ making its first call in NZ at Dunedin 19 Jan 1961. DEE 2 Jul 1961. Later became a master glazier in Mosgiel. HIs service in Kaniere would later entitle him to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| CLARK, Douglas William (Bill) | 206761 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Bulls, Manawatu on 17 Sep 1929. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement om 22 Feb 1952. Was on 2nd flight and emplaned 31 May 1952 on Teal flight at Wellington to Sydney. Flew on by Qantas but plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Deplaned in Korea on 4 Jun 1952. Attached for four weeks at CATC Inchon in Jan 1953. Promoted Lance Bombardier 8 Feb 1953, Temporary Bombardier, 8 May 1953 and Temporary Sergeant 3 Sep 1953 as Gun Sergeant, Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to Wellington by Teal flight arriving 30 Mar 1954. Discharged 19 Jun 1954. Joined Regular Force, NZ Regt, 18 Jul 1957 preparatory for service in Malaya but did not go. Discharged on compassionate grounds. Served in Territorial Force 1957–1970. 5 Light Regt RNZA (Mortars) at Invercargill then 2nd Fd Regt stationed at Whanganui. Living at Tauranga 2004. Returned to Korea with the Prime Minister's party in Jul 2003. NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| CLARK, Eric John | 203998 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 15/08/2053 | Born Ohaewai on 30 Mar 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 13 Jun 1931. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 13 Oct 1951 for sea voyage to Korea and entered Korea at Pusan on 15 Oct 1951. Posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ, was TSFD to the NZ Roll and emplaned in Japan on 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 22 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jan 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Awanui, Northland in 1996. Died Kaitaia 6 Aug 2007 aged 77 years. |
| CLARK, Frank Wati | 459690 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 29/07/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Cambridge 25 Mar 1931. Ex TF soldier in 5th CMT intake but was a Linesman for State Hydro Dept at the time of his enlistment in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 21 Apr 1953. Completed his Corps Training at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 10 Aug 1953 and entered Korea the same day. M/I to 1 Div Sigs Regt 11 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA 24 Jun 1954. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 29 Aug–10 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to deplane Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 116 days. Discharged 14 Jan 1955 and posted to (1 Armd Regt) TF. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Returned to Leamington, Cambridge. Died Tauranga 30 Nov 2012 aged 81 years. |
| CLARK, Ivo Raymond | 208707 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born Cromwell, 9 Sep 1929. Son of Mrs V.G.M. Clark of Centre Bush, Southland. Shearer from Fernhill Hawkes Bay. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 4 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as Baker Troop cook, 161 Bty. Died result of an accident in his cookhouse. The pressure gauge on a fuel container for the cooker was faulty and when it was pumped up it exploded and Ivo was seriously burned. He was evacuated by helicopter then flown to Brit Com Gen Hospital, Kure where he died on 5 Jun 1954. Buried in the Yokohama War Cemetery, Japan. An engraved NZOSM was presented to his sister, Mrs Mamie CARR, at Parliament on 3 Sep 2003. |
| CLARK, James Anthony | 15524 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Invercargill 20 Aug 1940. He was a Scholar in Whanganui prior to enlistment in the RNZN on 19 Jan 1956 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 14 Aug 1956 and to Junior Seaman 17 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist on 6 May 1957 which sailed form Auckland on 20 May 1957 on Second Commission voyage. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. Served in Philomel 28 Aug 1958–13 Jan 1959. Drafted to Kaniere 14 Jan–7 May 1959. Discharged as unsuitable 20 Aug 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CLARK, John Michael | 206455 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 21/12/2054 | Born Wairoa, 18 Mar 1924. Previous service in Jayforce from 20 May 1946 to 5 Jul 1947 with Service No 817930 (Private, NZ Infantry Corps). Discharged 9 Aug 1947. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Labourer at J.N. MacStay's Waitangi Station. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for two to three-day sea voyage to Pusan, entered Korea 2 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Attached FAP to British JRD for Cook's Course 31 May–14 Jul 1952. Promoted Lance Corporal on 27 Oct 1952 while holding appointment of Cook. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on furlough deplaning Auckland 18 Dec 1952. After 28-day leave reported to Waiouru Camp and was attached FAP to CD Training Depot. Emplaned Wellington 25 Feb 1953 for second tour in Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 4 Mar 1953 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy as a cook. Promoted Temporary Corporal 14 Jun 1953 to Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 4 Jul 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 7–27 Jul 1953 for a further cooking course. Promoted Sergeant 17 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 4pm on 21 Dec 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. Service overseas in Korea three years 75 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Enlisted in Regular Force 1 Aug 1957 and was posted to 1 NZ Regt under name Michael John Clark. This was apparently a clerical error as his name was corrected. He never received a Korea Discharge Cert even though he spent a further 18 months in the army. Discharged on payment 27 Dec 1958 and returned to Wairoa. Died Titahi Bay Porirua 12 May 1994 aged 70 years. |
| CLARK, Marshall Mason | 10684 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Christchurch 28 Oct 1928. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 5 Apr 1945. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 11 Oct 1945. Drafted to Gambia 8 Feb–15 May 1946 and was in the crew that returned this ship to the RN, He served in HMS Illustrious (light carrier) 16 May–22 Sep 1946. Drafted to Bellona 23 Sep 1946 to bring this vessel to New Zealand. Advanced to Able Seaman 28 Apr 1947. Served in Philomel 20 Oct 1947–27 Jun 1948. Served in Arabis 28 Jan–8 Aug 1948 and was in this ship when it was returned to the RN. Served in HMS Osprey (RN Air station) while waiting for HMS Loch Shin to become HMNZS Taupo. He was a crewman that sailed this ship to NZ. Served in Bellona 13 May–4 Sep 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 Jul 1950 just in time to catch the ship heading for Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but remained with this ship until 3 Sep 1951. Served in Lachlan 4 Sep 1951 until 2 Oct 1952 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) 28 Dec 1951 and to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Jun 1952. DEE 28 Oct 1952. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Tauranga, 12 Mar 2001 aged 73. |
| CLARK, Neil John | 15885 | Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Napier, 24 Oct 1938. NZ Railways locomotive trainee before joining the RNZN as Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 24 May 1956. His first sea service was in Black Prince. Drafted to HMNZS Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957. Served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. Advanced to Mechanician (Engineering) 1 during this deployment. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 29 Jun 1958. Also served in HMNZS Black Prince, Pukaki and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 20 Jun 1959 and to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 25 Aug 1960. Drafted to Kaniere, Lachlan and was disrated to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 21 Dec 1960. Drafted to Philomel and Royalist. Discharged 23 Nov 1961 BNPS. Also served in the New Zealand Merchant Navy Service. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) NZGSM (K) and PJM. Died Carterton, 11 Nov 2011 aged 73 years. |
| CLARK, Ronald | 13880 | Steward | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Ukfield, Sussex, UK, 13 Mar 1926. Was an errand boy before joining the RN on 7 Jun 1943. Was issued with the Service No P/LX 577070 and granted the rate of Provisional Mechanic and underwent training at HMS Royal Arthur. Served in HMS Victory Jul–Nov 1943 and advanced to Acting Steward 13 Sep 1943. Served in HMS Spartiate, based in St Enoch Hotel, Glasgow while awaiting drafting 8 Dec 1943 to HMS Indefatigable an aircraft carrier completed in 1944. This ship was involved on several aircraft attacks on Tirpitz in Norway and then the ship was TFRD to the British Pacific Fleet. Indefatigable attacked Sumatran oils installations to deny oil to Japanese. It was the first British carrier to be hit by a Kamikaze fighter which killed 21 and wounded 27. The carrier was back in operation 30 minutes later. Ron Clark returned to the UK and completed his service at Victory and Excellent. Released from the RN 16 Nov 1946. Entered the RNZN in London as a Steward on 14 Aug 1952. Shortly after arrival in Auckland was drafted to Lachlan 9 Oct 1952–5 Oct 1954. Drafted to Bellona 6 Oct–2 Nov 1954 then to Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland to SE Asia and Korea 1 Apr 1956. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but he remained with his ship. Advanced to Leading Steward 1 Aug 1957. Served in Black Prince 17 Jan 1958–22 Feb 1960. Served in Royalist 23 Feb–11 Apr 1960 then returned to Black Prince 12 Apr–7 Nov 1960. Went to the UK and was a member of the crew that sailed Taranaki to NZ. Served variously between Royalist and Philomel and advanced to Petty Officer Steward 8 Dec 1963 and Chief Petty Officer Steward 1 Apr 1966. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 21 Mar 1965. At COMAUCK 20 May 1966. Discharged to RA 3 Mar 1969. His WWII Medals may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star and Defence Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). Deceased. |
| CLARK, Roy | 675687 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Lower Hutt 15 Jun 1931. Car painter employed by F.W. Lusty, Masterton. Enlisted in Kayforce 12 Aug 1953. Entered camp 11 Aug 1953 and underwent basic training at Waiouru Camp and then went to Papakura Camp. Admitted to Papakura Camp Hospital 21 Sep 1953 then TSFD to Auckland Public Hospital. Discharged from Devonport Public Hosp to Papakura Camp Hosp 14 Oct 1953. Retained for further training with 11th Reinforcements. Granted sick leave 22 Sep–14 Oct 1953 and 17–30 Oct 1953. TSFD from 10th Reinforcements to 11th Reinf. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 at on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by either Qantas or BCPA airlines and deplaned Japan 13 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 Feb 1954 and entered Korea the same day. M/O 16 Fd Regt 24 Nov 1954 to NZ Reinf Training Unit and TSFD to the X(iv) List 26 Nov 1954. Posted to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit and TSFD to X(v) List. Granted a further 12 months extension dating from 13 Aug 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 7 Feb 1956 and appointed Clerk, Brit Com Disposals Org. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 7 Mar 1956 and then promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Mess Steward Brit Com Disposals Org. Promoted Sergeant 7 May 1956. Married Miss Sumako Moriya at Kure, Japan 5 Jun 1956. Struck off X(v) List and TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Jun 1956. Emplaned 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Not fit for Civ Occupation and required immediate medical re-boarding on arrival in NZ. Served overseas two years 132 days. Re-boarded at Masterton on 26 Jun 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Sep 1956. Died Masterton 27 Dec 2002 aged 71 years. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled NZDSM. |
| CLARK, Waka | 204602 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Te Kohanga, Tuakau, Northland, on 12 Jan 1929. Employed as a bushman for NZ Forest Products at Tokoroa then as a cheese maker in a dairy factory. Enlisted 2 Dec 1952in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements in Hamilton. Posted to RNZASC while in Papakura Camp circa 6 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 11 Apr 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 20 Apr 1953. A small group comprising Driver W.G. Albert, Driver M.W.E. Baker, Driver C.N. Bryers, Driver W. Clarke and Driver P.G. Condon were all posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl the same day, attached FAP to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 13 Sep 1953 and returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl 23 Oct 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 3 Jul 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Oct 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 5 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings. Travelled via Guam and deplaned Auckland on 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. Discharged 12 Dec 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.509 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Waiuku. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medal entitlement may be NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died 4 March 2001 aged 72 years. |
| CLARK, William Arnold | 15629 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Barnborough, Yorkshire, UK, 28 Jun 1930. Served in the Royal Navy with Service No D/SSX 851994, from 12 May 1948 to 27 Jun 1955. He served in several ships including HMS Anson, HMS Devonshire and later HMS Concord in which he appears to have qualified for the Korea Medal and The UN Korea Medal. This is possible as Concord contributed five TODs to Korea. Discharged from the RN 127 Jun 1955. Enlisted in the RNZN at London on 20 Feb 1956, the day after he left the RN, as Able Seaman (Radar Controller 2nd Class). On arrival in NZ he was first drafted to HMNZS Philomel followed by time in Tamaki. Drafted to HMNZS Royalist 3 Apr 1957–2 Feb 1960. HMNZS Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. On RTNZ he was stationed at HMNZS Philomel until 15 Feb 1961. Drafted to HMNZS Royalist again 17 Jan 1961 and served in that ship until 31Jun 1962. DEE 19 Feb 1962. On leaving the RNZN he was employed at in the NZ Corrections Department as a Prison officer and gained the Prison Service LS&GC Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M), KWSM to go with his previously awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| CLARK, William Arthur (Bill) | 207783 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/05/2052 | He was a mill hand in Dunedin before he enlisted in the 2 NZEF. His name is shown in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.15 p.29 as a Private, Inf Reinforcements and served in BCOF, Japan (638761, Private, HQ Base). NOK Mr W.T.A. Clark, Dunedin. He enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 26 May 1952 and flew to Sydney. Completed the journey to NZ by Teal aircraft and deplaned Wellington 30 May 1952. Discharged 22 Jul 1952 and returned to Dunedin. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKE, Douglas George | 204055 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/12/2052 | Born Te Awamutu 19 May 1925. Carpenter for R.J. Cavanagh, Te Awamutu. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for two-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Sep 1951. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 10–17 Mar 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 3 May 1952 but returned to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Sep 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Co to NZ Base HQ early Dec 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 18 Dec 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jun 1953. Served overseas one year 140 days. Served in Territorial Force in RNZASC attached to 1 Fd Dressing Stn from May 1959 to Oct 1961 after RTNZ. Died Te Awamutu 29 Jul 2004 aged 78 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKE, Graham William Oliver | 206145 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Wellington on 20 Sep 1928. Civil trade electrician. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ Engr Section. M/I to 16 Fd Regt on TOD from NZ Base Ordnance Section 14 Jul 1951. Also attached to 2 Troop, 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas to Sydney then Teal flight deplaning Evans Bay, Wellington 26 Apr 1952 From by RMA Ararangi. Discharged 13 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 138 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.510 was sent to an address in Wellington on 13 Feb 1957. Living at Palmerston North circa 1990. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CLARKE, Hayward Hautaku | 204422 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 22/04/2054 | Born Waiheke Island 18 Jun 1928. Was a butcher at Ocean Beach Freezing Works, Bluff, then a bushman working for NZ Forest Products Ltd, Tokoroa before joining the Army for Korean service. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements on 17 Apr 1952. Did all his training at Papakura Military Camp. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. M/I NZ Reinf Training Unit 9 Aug 1952 and remained on X(n) List. M/O NZ Reinf Training Unit and was attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953 but remained on the X(n) List. M/O NZ Base 27 Jan 1953 for Kayforce Rugby Team. Was kicked in the hand at Tokyo during football 27 Jan 1953. Admitted CDS Tokyo 7–14 Apr 1953 and was discharged to NZ Reinf Unit. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Attached FAP 1 Bn Royal Warwickshire Regt 8–14 Nov 1953 and again 22 Nov–3 Dec 1953. Later Bombardier. Embarked Kure 4 Apr 1954 on the troopship New Australia bound for Sydney. Completed return journey to deplane Auckland 22 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 259 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKE, Huki Leslie | 970798 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/03/2053 | 19/03/2055 | Born Mataitai, Clevedon 12 Jun 1931. Labourer, Ocean Beach Freezing Works, Southland. Completed 10.5 weeks CMT training. Attested 15 Oct 1952. Ex Territorial Force serving in Canterbury Regiment. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 15 Oct 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 18 Mar 1953 and flew by flying boat to Sydney. Continued onwards by Qantas, via Port Moresby, Guam, Japan deplaning 21 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, entered Korea 15 Jun 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 19 Jul to 8 Aug 1953 for training course. While at CATC Inchon was admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 18 Aug 1953 then TSFD to 26 Fd Amb. Problem with his left foot–acute dermatitis. Returned to CATC when discharged from Fd Amb. The problem with his left foot continued and he was eventually sent to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan. Were excused boots and did not return to Korea. Employed as Lance Bombardier ‘Q’ clerk at NZ Base, Kure. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Mar 1955. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni 15 May 1955 for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 19 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 2 years 2 days. Discharged 27 May 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.512 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address on Waiheke Island. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living at North Shore, Auckland, 2007. |
| CLARKE, Ian William | 593448 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/07/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Hawera 3 Feb 1931. Postal Clerk in the Post & Telegraph Department, Wellington. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 17 Mar 1954. Emplaned 2 Jul 1954 Entered Japan 17 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 26 Jul 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Driver Temporary Lance Corporal, LMG (Bren Gun) No.1, 6 Dec 1954. Promoted Temporary Corporal 2 Nov 1955 and appointed unit clerk. Embarked Kure, Japan, 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by air deplaning from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Discharged 10 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Served overseas one year 271 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 8 Jul 1957. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957 for service in 1 NZ Regt. Disembarked Singapore. Bn HQ clerk, Taiping, Malaya. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. RTNZ on TSS Captain Cook disembarking Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Clerk All Arms, later RNZE. Emplaned Whenuapai 16 Nov 1966. Entered South Vietnam 18 Nov 1966 and appointed Corporal Clerk RNZASC until 31 Dec 1966 when posted to Clerk All Arms at HQ NZ V Force South Vietnam. Emplaned Tan Son Nhut 28 Aug 1967 for RTNZ. Posted to 2 Constr Sqn, Linton Camp then to Sergeant clerk at School of Military Engineering, Linton Camp. Retired 9 Jul 1975. Clerk All Arms. Died Papakura 28 May 1991 aged 60 years. Also NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZGSM (V), LS&GC (Mil)? and PJM. |
| CLARKE, James | 13863 | Engine Room Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Keighley, Yorkshire, UK, 17 Jun 1912. Served 64 days in Royal Navy Reserve 2 Sep 1959 then to mobilised service. Enlisted in the RN 6 Nov 1939 as Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class issued Service No D/MX 6677111 and was an early submariner. Served briefly in L26, Otway (Formerly in RAN but offered to the RN and TSFD in 1931) and Tuna (T-class submarine). Drafted to HMS Trusty (T-class submarine) 30 May 1941–18 Sep 1943 and served in the Mediterranean. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 1 Sep 1942. Served in HMS Tiptoe 23 Sep 1943–14 Jul 1945 in the far east. Also served in HMS Tudor in 1945. Interesting to note that both Tiptoe and Tudor are the only vessels in the RN that have had those names. Released from the RN 24 Dec 1945. Re-entered the RN 11 Oct 1946 served in HMS Tally-Ho (submarine, the only ship of the RN to have this name) 6 Jun 1947–25 May 1949. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class 24 Aug 1947. Released from RN 4 Nov 1949. Entered RNZN 14 Aug 1952 at Maori in London as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class then Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class on successive days. On arrival in NZ was at Philomel until drafted to Bellona 10 Aug 1953. Also served in Hawea, Bellona again and Black Prince 12 Oct 1954–20 Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 28 Sep 1955 but this ship was already in Japanese and Korean waters. It is presumed he was flown to join his vessel. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957 and he was drafted to Pukaki on 24 Sep 1957. DEE 13 Aug 1958. His Medals may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star and Defence Medal. May also be entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). Deceased. |
| CLARKE, John Ross | 31346 | Lieutenant | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 10/12/2051 | Born Napier 26 Sep 1927. Graduated from Royal Military College, Duntroon. Regular Force Officer 1946–68. Appointed to Kayforce 1 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Commanded the 16 Fd Regtal Signals Troop 1950–51. TSFD to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 11 Aug 1951. Embarked on SS Changte for return to Sydney and completed return to NZ by Teal flight. Reposted to Regular Force 31 Jan 1952. Posted to FARELF 16 Jul 1963. OC 249 (UK) Sigs Sqn 8 Aug 1963. Served with 99 Gurkha Infantry Brigade Group at Labuan. Appointed SO2 (Special Duties) HQ RNZ Sigs, Singapore Base Area Mar 1964. Posted from FARELF to MOD (UK) 6 Aug 1965. Discharged from the New Zealand Army in Oct 1968. Retired 1 Oct 1968. Awarded NZ Operational Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1962 clasps ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’, NZDSM and Korean War Service Medal 1950–53. Died Christchurch 19 Oct 2018 in his 91st year. |
| CLARKE, Kenny Tiaki | 203992 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Kaitaia 10 Jul 1929. Assistant linesman for Bay of Islands Electric Power Board. Enlisted 25 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Completed nearly all his training at Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951 and was held at NZ Reinf Training Unit. Failed to comply with military discipline which prevented early move to Korea. Embarked Sasebo for three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Entered Korea 17 Nov 1951 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) the same day. Committed further offences against military discipline including six days AWOL. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 19 Mar 1952 then to Norwegian MASH then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and placed on X(ii) List (football game back injury). Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 25 Mar 1952 to NZ Base HQ and M/O to NZRTU 31 Jul 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU 5 Aug 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 7 Dec 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 May 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Arrived Auckland 10 Jun 1953 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 314 days. Discharged 10 Aug 1953. Died 19 Apr 2008? Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM on 18 Oct 2012. Medals offered for sale by NZ Collector Services Jan 2017. |
| CLARKE, Leslie Alister | 206456 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/12/2052 | Born Otaki 26 Feb 1929. Previous service in 14 Sqn, RNZAF (461233). Served in BCOF Japan with 14 Sqn RNZAF. Came from Carterton. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951 then travelled by three-day boat trip Pusan. Entered Korea 5 Sep 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Sqn and served in D Troop as a Dispatch Rider. Was moved between units and sub-units as was required. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on furlough by air and deplaned Wellington 18 Dec 1952. Re-embarked Auckland 12 Feb 1953 for Korea and returned to NZ 10 Sep 1953. Discharged 27 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKE, Leslie William | 206138 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Wellington 3 Sep 1928. Vehicle Trimmer for Austin Motors Western Hutt Road, Petone. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty in Korea. M/O on TOD to British JRHU for Cooking Course 15 Jun 1951 Travelling with him were Gunners P.J. Bowie, J. Steel and R.G. Ansell. Returned to 16 Fd Regt at completion of course 18 Aug 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 18 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Sep 1952. Died Hawera, 28 Jan 2001 aged 72 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKE, Roderick John | 14817 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hunterville on 21 Mar 1937. Apprentice painter and paper hanger before enlisting in the RNZN 28 May 1953. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 16 Nov 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 28 May 1954 and left NZ in this ship to serve in SE Asia and in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 21 Sep 1954 while in Korean waters. On RTNZ was drafted to Stawell 28 Mar 1956 and advanced to Able Seaman 21 Aug 1956. At Philomel 2 Oct 1956 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 17 Oct 1956. Discharged DEAD 24 Jan 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CLARKE, Thomas Hina | 712163 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 22/03/2057 | Born New Plymouth on 8 Apr 1930. Ex Territorial Force. Storeman located at MOW Gracefield Camp, Lower Hutt. Enlisted in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Oct 1954 at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted 27 Sep 1956 to hospital with acute inflammation. Discharged 8 Oct 1956 and granted 3 days Light Duties. Some gaps in this man’s. Emplaned 17 Mar 1957 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 22 Mar 1957. Served overseas two years 155 days. Discharged 10 Sep 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CLARKE, Wilfred Douglas | 11572 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK, 6 Jan 1929. Employed as a packer before he entered RNZN 17 Jul 1947 as a Probationary Electrical Mechanician. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 23 Jan 1948–11 May 1950. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class 12 Oct 1948 and to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 12 Sep 1949. Drafted to HMNZS Tutira 12 May 1950–23 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 to serve with UN Naval Force in Korean waters. Travelled via Port Moresby and Hong Kong and Sasebo. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 via Sasebo, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later served in Kiwi and Kiama. Served in Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 18 Apr 1952. DEE 30 Jul 1953. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKE, William John Samuel | 12996 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2057 | Born Liverpool, UK, 13 Feb 1928. He was a shop assistant before he entered in the RN on 24 Sep 1945 as a 17-year-old marine. He served in the R.M. Depot at Deal and was posted to Mauritius 1 Oct 1946–2 Jul 1948. He also served in the R.M. Barracks in Chatham (on three occasions) served in HMS Vanguard and in HMS/HMNZS Bellona 5 Apr 1949–9 Nov 1951 and returned to HMNZS Maori 2 Dec 1951–18 Feb 1952. He was stationed at the R.M Barracks Eastney and was in the R.M. Commando School, then in the R.M. Barracks Plymouth and finally served in 45 Commando Bde, RM, 20 Aug 1953 until released from R.M. on 9 Mar 1954 to enter the RNZN on 10 Mar 1954. This shows nine years’ service in the R.M. He entered the RNZN as an Acting Steward in Philomel on 10 Mar 1954. Served in Tamaki on 22 Mar 1954 and advanced to Steward 10 Sep 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 11 Oct 1954–22 Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 23 Sep–14 Nov 1955. In Philomel 15 Nov 1955. Advanced to Leading Steward 1 Mar 1956. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from New Zealand on 20 May 1957. He was one of several stewards who were replaced in Singapore by Chinese from Hong Kong. Shown in HMS Terror (Singapore shore base) 21 Jul 1957 and back in Philomel 23 Aug 1957 and so did not serve in the Japanese or Korean areas. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division while in Royalist. Drafted to Pukaki 9 Sep 1957–1 Apr 1958. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Steward (Local) 1 Apr 1958. In Philomel and advanced to Petty Officer Steward 18 Feb 1959. Also served in Lachlan, Taranaki and Royalist again in 1964. Discharged to RA 10 Dec 1965. Awarded NGSM (clasp not known) 20 Nov 1954 and Naval LS&GC Medal 13 Feb 1961. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Not entitled to NZGSM (K). |
| CLARKE, William Leslie | 208057 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 06/01/2054 | Born Kaiapoi 30 Sep 1928. Came from Westport. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai on 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Awarded Military Medal. London Gazette, 9 Jun 1953. The Citation for this award reads in part: “On the morning on 17 March, 1953, at the height of the fierce action on Hill 355, Gunner W.L. Clarke, a signaller of 161 Bty, 16 New Zealand Field Regiment Royal New Zealand Artillery, was proceeding by jeep along the 'Bowling Alley' checking and repairing artillery communications. At this time the 'Bowling Alley' was being continuously harassed by enemy mortar and shell fire and was filled with smoke and dust from the continuing action. On approaching the vicinity of the partly over-run forward platoon of George Company, 2 Bn, 9 United Stated Infantry Regiment, Gunner Clarke observed a number of severely wounded Americans being carried to the rear. He immediately completed their evacuation by jeep. From that time on Gunner Clarke voluntarily drove his jeep right forward into the rear of the platoon locality on no fewer than ten occasions. On these ten trips a total of 31 casualties were evacuated and on each return trip Gunner Clarke brought forward much needed supplies and ammunition for the forward company. Each journey was made under heavy shell and mortar fire and in the early stages the route and platoon area was under small arms fire from the enemy in our forward defended area. Gunner Clarke showed a complete disregard for his own personal safety, displaying coolness and courage of the highest order, with little or no cover in the smoke and haze of the over-run position he carried out a service far in excess of his normal duty.” Promoted Lance Bombardier, T Bombardier. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 30 Apr 1954, soon after returning to NZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.517 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Westport. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 5 Apr 1988 aged 60 years. |
| CLARKIN, Brian Cyril | 204324 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 03/05/2052 | 09/12/2053 | Born Hamilton 15 Apr 1929. Driver for Winstones Ltd, Hamilton. Enlisted at Papakura Camp as Kayforce Replacement draft member on 11 Jan 1952. Underwent training at Burnham and Papakura Camps. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA flight and deplaned Iwakuni, 6 May 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 10 May 1952 and entered Korea the same day. Had several disciplinary problems which resulted in loss of pay and detention. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 24 Sep 1953 (Malaria), TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS then to Brit Com Z Med Unit and then to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan the same day. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hospital 14 Oct 1953 to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 4 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1953. Served overseas one year 221 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Thames 17 Sep 1973 aged 44 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLARKSON, Trevor Lewis Maxwell | 208708 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 19/05/2054 | Born Christchurch 23 Apr 1927. Previous service in BCOF, Japan (Service No 666102, Private). Discharged from Jayforce 14 Sep 1947. Enlisted in Kayforce 24 Mar 1952. Emplaned Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney. He then travelled on Qantas via Papua New Guinea and Guam deplaning Iwakuni, Japan on 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Embarked Kobe, Japan for RTNZ on SS Taiping to Sydney and arrived by air at Wellington on 19 May 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jul 1954. Re-enlisted and re-embarked for Korea 3 Dec 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Driver. Involved in vehicle accident between Seoul and Inchon on 27 Jan 1956. Admitted to 121 US Evacuation Hospital and was unconscious for five hours. RTNZ 12 Aug 1957. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Oct 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Christchurch 7 Oct 2015 aged 88 years. |
| CLAXTON, Charles William | 818160 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 07/07/2051 | Born 21 Nov 1933. Enlisted 5 Apr 1956 in the RNZN as Acting Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. After training at Philomel was drafted to Black Prince 12 Jul 1956 and his rate was confirmed as Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957. Served in Electrical Branch HMNZS Royalist during second commissioning. Departed 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. Was in Korean waters for about five weeks. On RTNZ served in Black Prince again and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 29 Aug 1958. Was sent to the UK in 1960 and was held on strength of Maori (Otago) and was a member of the crew that brought HMNZS Otago back to NZ. Served in Otago until drafted to Philomel 13 May 1961. Drafted to Royalist again 9 Jan 1962. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician 27 Jul 1962 and to Petty Officer Electrician 27 Jul 1963. DEE 4 Apr 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Living in Auckland circa 1970. |
| CLAYDEN, Stanley Edward (Stan) | 203940 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Gisborne on 7 Jan 1927. Previous service in Air Training Corps. He was a Labourer employed by the Harbour Board Constr. Coy, Wellington before he enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 26 Feb 1951 at Masterton. Emplaned on 15 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea where he entered on 31 Aug 1951. Appointed Tech Assistant and promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 2 Feb 1952. Temporary Bombardier attached to NZRTU 26 Feb 1952. Returned to 16 Fd Regt a month later. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 7 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Feb 1952 for RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 19 Feb from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Papakura in 2001. Died Ellerslie, Auckland, 11 Aug 2012 aged 85 years. |
| CLAYTON, Kenneth David | 15927 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 21 Jun 1929. Entered the RNZN on 19 Jul 1956 as Junior Mechanic (Engineering) and underwent initial training in Tamaki and further training in Philomel. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 21 Dec 1956. Drafted to Royalist 1 May 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 21 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ he served in Philomel 31 Oct 1958–5 May 1959 then in Tamaki 6 May 1959. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) (Local) 20 May 1959. Returned to Royalist 2 Nov 1959–4 May 1960. Served in Philomel 5 May–12 Sep 1960 and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 20 Jul 1960. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 16 Sep 1961 and to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 15 Sep 1962. Served in Pukaki and Mako. DEE 20 Jun 1965. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CLAYTON, Leonard Harry | 14422 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Portsmouth, UK, on 15 Jan 1923. Outdoor porter before joining the RN as a Boy 2nd Class on 10 Jan 1939. Issued Service No P/JX160934. By 4 Oct 1940 he had advanced to Boy 1st Class then Boy Telegraphist. Drafted to HMS King George V 7 Nov 1940, advanced to O Telegraphist 15 Jan 1941 and served in this ship during the attack on Bismarck. He also served in HMS Cyclops a submarine repair and depot ship 7 Sep 1941 to 5 Jun 1942. Advanced to Telegraphist 28 Feb 1942. Spent several times at HMS Dolphin. Also served in Canada in HMS L23 which was a WWI built submarine used for training Canadian ships in submarine hunting. In Jul 1945 he was involved with U-889 which had surrendered to the Canadians. He was also involved with U–190 which had also surrendered to the Canadians and this vessel became a ship of the RCN. Later served in HMS Resource a fleet repair ship during 1949 and then HMS Maidstone a submarine depot and repair ship 20 Oct 1949–10 Oct 1951. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 7 Mar 1950. Released from the RN 18 Oct 1953. His wartime service medals not known. Entered the RNZN 21 Sep 1953 at Maori in London. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist the next day. On arrival in NZ it was not long before he was drafted to Irirangi 31 Dec 1953. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist 1 Jul 1954 and to Petty Officer Telegraphist 1 Jul 1955. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957. HMNZS Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Communications Division. DEE 20 Sep 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CLAYTON, Robert Finlay | 15251 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Milton, Otago on 8 May 1938. Left school and joined the RNZN 4 Jan 1955 as a Junior Recruit. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and advanced to Junior Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class. Drafted to Black Prince 29 Sep 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class 18 Nov 1955. Drafted to Lachlan 27 Mar–20 Sep 1956. At Philomel 21 Sep 1956 advanced Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 18 Nov 1956. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957. HMNZS Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. On RTNZ drafted to Lachlan 10 Nov 1958–27 Sep 1959. At Philomel 28 Sep 1959. Discharged SNLR 24 Jun 1960. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CLAYTON, Vogel Alfred | 206457 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 30/05/2055 | Born Masterton on 6 Sep 1921 the son of Alfred Rakataha Clayton and Ettie Tehei Clayton. Served in Army (25 Battalion, 2 NZEF) during WWII until cessation of hostilities for a total of six years. Embarked during 1940 and RTNZ 30 Sep 1945. Struck of the Strength of 2 NZEF 11 Jul 1947. Employed as a labourer for Harbour Board Construction Company, Wellington. Served in 14 Sqn, RNZAF (461233). Served in BCOF Japan with 14 Sqn RNZAF. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked at Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked at Pusan, Korea, 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I on 2 Sep 1951. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal while holding the appointment of NCO i/c, HQ LMG Detachment. Promoted Temporary Sergeant on 13 Apr 1952 while holding the appointment of Administration Sergeant ‘C’ Transport Platoon. RTNZ on furlough 1 Apr 1953. Re-embarked on Teal flight to Sydney on passage to Korea 3 Jun 1953. Corporal Clayton was detached from the draft and retained on Liaison Duties at the Eastern Command Personnel Depot. His assistance was greatly appreciated and a letter of Commendations was sent to OC NZ Kayforce, Kure, Japan. Posted to NZRTU 4 Jul 1953. Re-entered Korea 7 Feb 1954. Promoted Sergeant on 8 Feb 1954. Emplaned 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings to NZ on furlough and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954. Re-embarked on Teal flight at Auckland for further service in Korea on 4 Feb 1955, finally returning by Qantas flight to Sydney and Teal flight to deplane Wellington 30 May 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Aug 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. The WWII medals were lost when the Wahine struck a reef in 1951. The medals were replaced at public cost. Served overseas in Korea 3 years 196 days. |
| CLEARY, David Joseph | 12371 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Mosgiel, Dunedin 8 Mar 1932. Had been a grocer's assistant before joining RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 8 Jul 1948. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class 10 May 1949–23 Jan 1950. Drafted to Taupo 24 Jan 1950. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 8 Mar 1950. At Philomel 18 Jan 1951 and advanced to Able Seaman 8 May 1951. Run 27 Aug 1951 (Run Removed 19 Nov 1954). Back at Philomel 13 Nov 1951. Drafted to HMNZS Tui 21 Feb–26 Jul 1952. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 29 Aug 1952 (qualified Gun Layer 3rd Class) followed by a further course at HMAS Penguin 26 Oct–14 Dec 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1954 for service in Korean waters. Kaniere, came under fire from North Korean shore batteries in late May 1953 while providing support for a USN vessel in the Regency Channel. David Cleary served on the starboard Bofors 40mm gun and was the only gun that could bear on a Communist shore battery. Kaniere had to quickly vacate that position, Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 23 Feb 1954, p.1163). MID Certificate presented in 1954. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 24 Jul 1953. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji arriving Devonport 2 Mar 1954. Later attended another course at Cerberus 11 Mar–1 Jun 1954. Qualified Gun Layer 2nd Class 24 Jul 1954. At Philomel 2 Jun 1954 and advanced to Leading Seaman 24 Jul 1954, Able Seaman 17 May 1955. Later served in HMNZS Maka, then Black Prince. DEE 26 May 1956. Died Christchurch 18 May 1984 aged 54. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CLEAVER, Basil Selwyn | 203558 | Signalman | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 19/02/2053 | Born Auckland 23 Sep 1924. Previous service in both NZ Army (1 month, Army No.632332) and RNZAF (2 and a half years from 24 Mar 1944). Served in BCOF, Japan (634332, Signalman, 2 Div Signals). NOK, Mrs E Steel-Boyce, Mt Albert, Auckland. SOS Jayforce 12 Nov 1948. Employed as Telegram sender (NZ Post Office). Barman at Wairakei Hotel prior to enlisting in Kayforce on 9 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Initially held at NZ Base HQ until forwarded to 27 Bde Sigs Troop, 14 Apr 1951. Next attached to Line of Communication Independent Sigs Sqn, 5 Aug 1951. Next posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) and then attached to 16 Fd Regt RNZA. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Aug 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 19 Feb 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 5 May 1953. Served overseas for 2 years 78 days. Entitled to War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLEAVER, Robert Cyril | 13092 | Acting Chief Electrical Artificer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Rugby, Warwickshire, UK, 25 Jun 1916. Fitter & Turner by trade. Joined the RN on a 12-year engagement 11 Oct 1937 as an Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class and issued Service No P/MX 55642. Served at Victory II, Vernon where he advanced to Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 10 Apr 1939. Served in HMS Iron Duke 27 Apr–28 Aug 1939 and HMS Fury (Destroyer) 29 Aug–30 Dec 1939. In HMS Victory II for a short time then drafted to HMS Cairo (anti-aircraft cruiser) 20 Feb 1940–12 Aug 1942. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 11 Oct 1940. Was involved in the Norwegian campaign Apr and May 1940 and helped drive off German air attacks and was then involved in convoy protection duties in the NW approaches. Went to Murmansk Apr 1943 and to then to Gibraltar and western Mediterranean. Cairo was totally disabled by two torpedoes from Italian submarine Axum. Robert Cleaver's Mentioned in Despatches awarded, “For bravery and resolution in H.M. Ships (of which there were 21 including HMS Cairo) while escorting an important Convoy to Malta” (London Gazette, 3rd Supplement, 18 Sep 1942, p.4121). Survivors rescued and returned to the UK. Served in HMS Victory, Vernon and Excellent until 21 Apr 1944. Drafted to Impulsive (Destroyer) 22 Apr 1944 and advanced to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class 11 Oct 1944. Impulsive involves with convoy protection and the landings in Normandy. At Vernon and Marlborough and advanced to Acting Chief Electrical Artificer 28 Jul 1945. Also served in the depot ship HMS Wolfe. Was in Collingwood when released to the RN Reserve 2 Oct 1949. Entered the RNZN 11 Oct 1949 as Electrical Artificer 4th Class and advanced up to Electrical Artificer 1st Class on the following days. Drafted to Tutira 11 Apr 1950 and sailed for service in Korean waters 3 Jul 1950. Used mainly on patrol and escort duties but was also part of the screening force at the Battle of Inchon. Advanced to Acting Chief Electrical Artificer 1 Jul 1950. On RTNZ 30 May 1951 was in Philomel. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952–15 Dec 1953. He was one of the crew that took Bellona back to the UK in 1955 and brought Royalist back to NZ. Royalist was involved in the Suez crisis and had to travel round South Africa and Australia to arrive Auckland 20 Dec 1956. Later served in Endeavour, Black Prince and again in Royalist. Discharged to RA 10 Oct 1959. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Africa Star, War Medal with Mentioned in Despatches Oak leaf. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM. |
| CLELAND, Peter McGiffert | 204765 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/02/2056 | 20/06/2056 | Born Eketahuna on 21 Feb 1927. Labourer. Served six years in the Merchant Navy. Enlisted in Kayforce on 8 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956 on Teal flight Sydney. Marched into Brit Com Sub Area at Tokyo on deplanement in Japan 24 Feb 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in Korea 29 Feb 1956. He had many brushes with Military Law. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jun 1956 from RNZAF Hastings to complete sentence in NZ. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Sep 1956. Served overseas 68 days. It is not known if he claimed or was issued any service medals. |
| CLENDON, Warana Matene | 204056 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/07/2054 | Born Rawhiti, Northland, on 7 Jan 1926. Came from Moturua Island, Russell. Served in BCOF, Japan (Jayforce Second Relief) from 29 Apr 1947 to 14 Sep 1948 (812954, Private, Maori Battalion). Farmer from Russell. NOK Mrs T Clendon (mother) Russell. Then worked for Fletcher Construction. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 in the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas. On arrival in Japan he was held in NZRTU until posted and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. RTNZ on furlough 31 Dec 1952 and re-embarked for Korea on 25 Feb 1953. Attached to NZ Base HQ. TSFD to NZ Roll 4 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged soon after RTNZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Re-joined Regular Force for service in Gurr’s Battalion. Rifleman 2 Star. In B Company 1963. Served at B Coy Base, Jambu in Borneo. Served in Borneo from 24 May 1965 to 12 Oct 1965. RTNZ on RNZAF flight NSL 30 arriving Whenuapai 20 Nov 1965. Discharged from the Army 7 Jun 1966. Awarded GSM 1962 clasps ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’. Entitled to NZOSM, New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLIFFORD, Richard Leon (Dick) | 14336 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Alfred town, Derbyshire, UK, on 20 Sep 1928. Lorry drivers’ mate before he entered Royal Navy 12 Dec 1945 as Boy 1st Class, with Service No P/KX 785144. Underwent training at Royal Arthur, Duke and Imperieuse where he advanced to Stoker 2nd Class. From 30 May 1946 to 14 Jul 1947 he was at HMS Dolphin doing courses and served for some four months in the submarine Sirdar. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 10 Jan 1947 and to Stoker Mechanic 2 May 1947. Served in Duke of York (battleship) 21 Oct–30 Dec 1947. Released from RN 7 Apr 1948. Entered RNZN 20 Oct 1952 as Stoker Mechanic and was immediately drafted to Bellona until 5 Jan 1953. Was in Tamaki and Philomel to 26 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 27 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters until RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. In Tamaki again 8 May 1954 until 13 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 14 Jan 1956 and once again sallied for SE Asia and to serve in Korean waters. RTNZ 8 Ma1957 but stayed in Kaniere until 16 Jan 1958. Drafted to Black Prince 17 Jan–22 Aug 1958 then to Philomel. Returned to the UK and was DEE 19 Oct 1958. Awarded Korea, UN Korea Medas and entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CLIFFORD, Walter James | 14399 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Manchester, UK, on 10 Jul 1922. Was a labourer before he enlisted in the RN as Ordinary Seaman 15 Oct 1941. Issued with Service Number D/JX303624. Served in a number of shore stations including HMS Cabot and HMS Assegai (South Africa). Drafted to HMS Resolution (battleship) 19 Sep 1942 and joined this vessel at Kilindini, Mombasa. Advanced to Able Seaman 15 Oct 1942. Drafted to Albatross, a seaplane carrier, 17 Mar 1943 and came back to the UK in that ship arriving Sep 1943. Then served briefly in Centurion (WWI battleship) which was deliberately sunk 9 Jun 1944 off the Normandy beaches as a breakwater. His next ship was the Empire Spearhead 18 Jul 1944–26 Sep 1945. Empire Spearhead was a Landing Ship Infantry and was later renamed HMS Ormonde (Not the Ormonde we know that carried the New Zealand Main Body to Korea in 1950). Later served in the heavy cruiser HMS London, which was involved in the Yangtse Incident in 1949, then HMS Bleasdale, a Hunt-class destroyer and the minesweeper HMS Harrier. Discharged from RN 7 Jan 1953. He was awarded the 1939–45 Star, France & Germany Star, Pacific Star and War Medal and the Naval GSM with clasp ‘Yangtse 1949’. He gained two Good Conduct badges during his service time. He left the Royal Navy engagement expired on 7 Jan 1953 and was then employed at the LMS Locomotive Power Station, Longsight, Manchester. On 1 May 1953 Walter Clifford joined the RNZN signing on at Maori in London. He was granted the rate of Able Seaman Radar Plotter 3rd Class and the Service No 14399. On arrival in NZ he spent time at Philomel was drafted to Hawea but was with that ship for less than one month. Drafted to Kaniere 27 May 1954 which sailed for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters the latter during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. On RTNZ he was drafted to Irirangi 4 Nov 1955 to 3 Nov 1957. His next sea service was in Royalist from 3 Apr 1957 to 21 Sep 1958. This was the second commissioning of Royalist and the ship served in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters, the latter area for some five weeks. On RTNZ he had only a short time left to complete his engagement and was DEE 30 Apr 1959. He then left for Australian. He appears to have qualified for the following medals NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM SM. No indication on file if they have been issued. |
| CLIFT, Isaac | 12711 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Willenhall, Staffordshire, UK, 10 Jun 1923. A locksmith's mate before joining the RN as Boy 2nd Class on 11 Jan 1929. Issued with Service No P/WX 961152. After training in HMS Ganges and advancing to Boy 1st Class he was drafted 13 Oct 1939 to HMS Hawkins, a WWI heavy cruiser which had been re-armed and re-commissioned. Served in the South Atlantic and in the Indian Ocean being involved in Somaliland and Mauritius. Isaac advanced to Ordinary Seaman 10 Jun 1941 and to Able Seaman 10 Dec 1941. Returned to the UK and drafted to HMS Pozarica on 4 May 1942, a merchant-ship converted to an anti-aircraft ship. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 18 Jun 1942. Pozarica was attacked off the Algerian coast and torpedoed on 29 Jan 1943. Isaac survived and returned to the UK and advanced to Acting Petty Officer 4 May 1943. Served in HMS Matchless (destroyer) 7 Nov 1944 and was based at St Angelo, Malta 1 Jan 1945. He was drafted on 21 Nov 1946 to HMS Vanguard, but on 3 Jul 1947 discharged from the RN on payment. Also awarded the Naval GSM 1915 with clasp ‘Palestine 1945–48’. Entered the RNZN 6 Mar 1949 on a three-year engagement at HMNZS Cook as an Able Seaman. On the following days advanced to Leading Seaman then Petty Officer. Drafted to HMNZS Tutira 4 May 1949 and sailed from Britain in Jun to NZ via the Mediterranean. On arrival in NZ he spent time in Philomel and served in Bellona 7 Feb–15 May 1950. Drafted to Tutira 3 Jul 1950–23 Aug 1951 and served in the first deployment to Korea. Tutira was involved in patrols and escorts and sometimes on shore bombardments. Also involved at the landings at Wonsan. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Re-engaged 6 Mar 1952 to complete service for Retiring Allowance. Later served in Black Prince 14 Dec 1952–1 Nov 1953 as Gunnery Petty Officer. Drafted to Bellona 29 Mar–21 Sep 1954. Awarded three Good Conduct badges and was probably awarded Naval LS&GC Medal. Returned to the UK and was DEE at Maori 26 Nov 1954–6 Jan 1955. Returned to the RN and was at HMS Excellent. Promoted to Acting Commissioned Gunner 16 Jul 1955. Served in HMS Savage and was promoted to Commissioned Gunner 16 Jul 1956. Attended RNC Greenwich Jan–Apr 1957 and was commissioned Sub-Lieutenant 29 Apr 1957. Became very ill. Discharged Dead 22 Dec 1957. WWII medals include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic and Africa Stars, War Medal 1939–45. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CLIFTON, Graham Donald | 211339 | Driver | 10 Tpt Company Wksp | RNZASC | 20/04/2054 | 05/05/2055 | Born Otaki on 26 Jan 1928. Labourer from Paekakariki. Enlisted 8 Dec 1952 in Kayforce at Palmerston North. After training in Waiouru and Burnham he emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 3 May 1954. Posted to 10 Coy Workshop was at first located near the village of Sin Sann Cee then later moved to Gloster Valley. Went on leave to Fujiyama in Japan before his return to NZ. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni for RTNZ. Deplaned Christchurch 5 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1956. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Living at Otaki 2003. Died Waikanae on 17 Jul 2009 aged 81 years. |
| CLINCH, Donald Henry | 15456 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Timaru 27 Nov 1937. Grocer's assistant at Ranfurly before joining the RNZN on 23 Jul 1955 as a Probationary Stores Assistant. While in Philomel he advanced to Stores Assistant. (SA). His first sea service was in Black Prince 22 Jun 1956–7 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 8 Apr 1957 to 22 Sep 1958. Was in that ship when it served briefly in Korean waters 8 Oct–11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 19 Jul 1958. Served in Irirangi then back to Black Prince 17 Aug–9 Oct 1960. Sent to the UK Nov 1960 to be a crew member of Taranaki. Served in that ship and advanced to Acting Leading Stores Assistant 23 Sep 1961. Crewmember who brought the ship back to New Zealand. Served in Royalist again Nov 1960 Jan 1961. DEE 10 Dec 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZDSM, PJM. |
| CLODE, Alexander James | 13654 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Horopito, north of Ohakune, on 10 Jul 1933. Grocer’s assistant before joining the RNZN on 24 May 1951 as an Assistant Cook and underwent initial training in Tamaki then continued in Philomel. Rated Assistant Cook (Seamen) 22 Nov 1951. Drafted to Bellona on 14 Jan 1952 and advanced to Cook (Seamen) 24 Mar 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for SE Asia and service in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Served in Tamaki 1 Nov 1955–3 Mar 1958 and advanced during that time to Leading Cook (Seamen) 11 Jan 1957. Later served in Pukaki 4 Mar 1958–1 Mar 1959. DEE 9 Jul 1959. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| CLOTWORTHY, Donald Campbell | 203776 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Whangarei on 18 Oct 1925. Previous service in the RNZN with Service No 10645. Clerk, State Fire Insurance Company Whangarei. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Driver Fd Regt (and Radio Operator?) Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 161 Bty north of 38th Parallel. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 6–14 Aug 1951 and was discharged to unit. Attached to 10 Tpt Coy from 10–16 Mar 1952 and returned to unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ circa 20 May 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll 67). Disembarked Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 26 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 333 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Request for NZOSM did not have a return address so medal issue was delayed. Living at Whangarei circa 2001. Died Auckland 19 Nov 2015, aged 90. His remains were interred in the Maunu Services Lawn Cemetery, Whangarei. |
| CLOTWORTHY, Owen Leslie | 6317 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Rotorua, 31 Oct 1926. Employed as a glass manufacturer’s assistant. Enlisted in the RNZN 10 Dec 1942 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 18 Jun 1943. Drafted to Leander 31 Jul 1943–7 Jan 1944 after Leander had returned to Auckland having been damaged by Japanese torpedo. Leander went to Boston, USA for major repairs arriving there 23 Dec 1943. Drafted to Achilles 8 Jan 1944 which was at Portsmouth UK also undergoing repairs which would take until May 1944. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 31 Oct 1944. In Aug Achilles worked up with Home Fleet. Sailed from UK, 16 Aug via Mediterranean to Alexandria, to Ceylon (Sri Lanka) then under repair at Trincomalee Sep-Nov 1944. Joined British Pacific Fleet late Nov and sailed from Colombo to Australia. Arrived Auckland 5 Feb 1945 and taken in hand for refit. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 31 Oct 1944. Returned to the UK to HMS Pembroke, Chatham, 28 Sep 1946–29 Mar 1947. Came back to NZ and was in Philomel. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 May 1947. Drafted to Bellona 25 Mar 1948. Advanced to Leading Seaman 15 Mar 1949 and to Acting Petty Officer 1 Jun 1949. Later served in Lachlan and Bellona again. Drafted to Pukaki 23 Feb 1955 and sailed to serve in Korean waters during the period Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. RTNZ and later served in Rotoiti, Kaniere and Black Prince. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 31 Mar 1958. Went to the UK and was one of the crew that sailed Otago to NZ. Discharged to RA on 30 Oct 1963. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 31 Oct 1959 and British Empire Medal 1 Jan 1963. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COATES, Charles Richard | 12738 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Hove, Sussex, UK, 24 Mar 1909. Employed as a labourer before he entered RN 1 Apr 1925 as a 14-year-old. Granted the rate of Boy 2nd Class with Service No P/JX. 113493. His initial training was in HMS Ganges the RN Boys’ Training Establishment at Shotley, Suffolk. Drafted to HMS Dauntless (light cruiser) 2 Feb 1926–14 May 1928 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 24 Mar 1928. He served in the minesweeper HMS Selkirk during 1928 and advanced to Able Seaman on 24 Jun. He served in Suffolk (heavy cruiser) 2 Sep 1930–19 Jul 1933 which was on the China Station at that time. He returned to Britain and served in Victory and Excellent until drafted to Neptune (light cruiser) 24 Feb 1934–23 Sep 1936 in the Home Fleet and took part in the 1935 Silver Jubilee Fleet Review. Drafted to Windsor (destroyer) 7 Dec 1937–11 Apr 1938 followed by service in Maidstone (submarine depot ship) 4 May 1938 and advanced to Leading Seaman 1 Feb 1939. This ship sailed to the Mediterranean and was based at HMS St Angelo (Malta) to provide all services to complete repairs and resupply. In Sep 1940 Maidstone deployed to the Atlantic and then deployed to Rosyth for support of RN North Sea submarines. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 21 Nov 1939 and to Petty Officer on 21 Nov 1940. During early 1942 Maidstone was deployed to Gibraltar. Petty Officer Coates returned to Britain in Jun 1942. He then served in HMS Victory, St Vincent and Victory III. These were mainly holding, Special Operations administration units or training shore stations. Petty Officer Coates’ Posting Card Does not mention by name any ship in which he served during 1944 and he could well have been held against the shore stations like St Vincent and Victory. He was awarded the DSM, “For courage, determination and skill in H.M. Ships Odyssey, Cato, Chamois, Catherine and Jude and H.M.C.S. Alberni and in Light Craft during the landing of Allied Forces in Normandy.” We do not know in which ship he served but HMS Cato (25 KIA) and Catherine were both sunk. His name was incorrectly shown as Swain in the London Gazette, Supplement No.36947 of 20 Feb 1945, p.996: This was corrected in London Gazette, Supplement 17 Apr 1945, “For Acting Chief Petty Officer C. R. Swain, P/JX at Portsmouth.” In May sailed for Gibraltar on way to Australia for operational service in Far East was involved with the repatriation of allied personnel at Shanghai and returned to Britain in early 1946. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer (Temporary) 7 Jan 1946 and returned to HMS Victory 20 Jun 1946. His final years in the RN were in shore stations but he advanced reaching Chief Petty Officer (Permanent) on 21 Sep 1948. Released from RN on 1 Jun 1949. Entered RNZN at HMNZS Cook 30 Mar 1949 as an Able Seaman and advanced to Leading Seaman and to Petty Officer on succeeding days (on 1 Apr 1949 HMNZS Cook became HMNZS Maori.) He was drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949, then Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949, to Taupo 10 Sep 1949 and on arrival in NZ was drafted to Pukaki 1 Feb 1950. On 3 Jul 1950 he sailed in Pukaki together with Tutira to serve with UN Naval Forces in Korea. On RTNZ he served in Tamaki 16 Jan 1951–14 Jan 1953, Black Prince 15 Jan–15 Mar 1953 then Philomel 16 Mar 1953 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer 8 Sep 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–22 Mar 1957 for his final sea service. DEE 29 Mar 1957. Died Auckland 16 or 17 Nov 1986 aged 77 years. His medals may include the following DSM, 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star, War Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal with clasp (awarded 1 Apr 1957). Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM. |
| COATES, Thomas Edwin | 559856 | Stoker | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Gisborne 19 Jun 1934. Attended Te Karaka D.H.S. Hokianga. Underwent training in the CMT system in the Army before enlisting in the RNZN on 27 Sep 1956 as Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class. Served in Royalist in Korean waters between 8 Oct and 11 Nov 1957. Also served in HMNZS Pukaki and HMNZS Rotoiti. Served a second time in Korean waters in Royalist. Advanced to Leading Stoker 1961 and to Petty Officer Stoker Petty Officer 1963. Was a fine rifle shot and competed for RNZN against the Army and NZ Police teams. DEE 26 Sep 1964. Awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. Living in Gisborne in 2002. |
| COATS Leonard James | 13963 | Leading Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born New Brighton, Christchurch 21 Aug 1933. Telephone technician. Enlisted in the RNZN 27 Sep 1951 as Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and Philomel attended course at HMAS Cerberus. At Irirangi Jul 1953 to Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954–18 Nov 1955. Sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korea during Nov 1954–Mar 1955 in the second trip of that ship to Korean waters. Travelled to Korean waters via Singapore and Hong Kong. Advanced to Acting Radio Electricians Mate 1 May 1955. As Leading Radio Electricians Mate he was responsible for maintenance of radio and associated equipment on board ship. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Singapore arriving back in Devonport 23 Jul 1955. Also served in Royalist and Black Prince. Awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZ GSM (K). DEE 31 Dec 1959. Later involved with the Otago Sea Cadet Corps but appointment terminated 1963. Living in Cambridge in 2004. |
| COATS, David Mervyn | 208851 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 04/04/2055 | Born Wellington on 21 Apr 1927. Labourer, NZ Railways. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Wellington on 14 Nov 1952. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to deplane Iwakuni, 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. Went AWOL 22 Feb 1955. Still absent on the EIGHTH day. (RO Part II, 3 Mar 1955) Had been promoted Temporary Lance Corporal but lost the rank. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Apr 1955 for RTNZ and discharge arriving at Christchurch on 4 Apr 1955. Served one year 225 days overseas. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jun 1955. Initially returned to Balclutha and to Stirling. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM but not known if these were claimed. |
| COBURN, Donald | 208992 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/10/2054 | 28/04/2055 | Born Christchurch on 19 Jul 1922. Previous service in the RNZN from 4 Aug 1939 (Boy Steward) to 24 Dec 1946. Steward on HMS LEANDER from 23 Apr 1940 to 9 Nov 1941. Also served on several smaller vessels. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Africa Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a Driver Linesman at Nelson. Enlisted in Kayforce 22 Jun 1954 as a Gunner. Emplaned at Christchurch on Teal flight to Sydney and then by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan. TSFD to RNZASC three-days after he arrived in Japan. Entered Korea 13 Oct 1954. Served in transport tasks until RTNZ on Compassionate grounds deplaning 28 Apr 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Oct 1955. Served overseas 326 days. Enlisted in Regular Force 26 Jan 1956 and posted to Central District Company, RNZASC, Linton Camp. Posted to CD Coy, Fort Dorset, Wellington 23 Feb 1958. Posted to CD Platoon at Trentham Camp, 23 Sep 1959. Granted 2nd Good Conduct Badge pay 11 Feb 1960. Re-classified Storeman 17 Jul 1960 and then re-classified as Mess Steward a month later. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 6 Jun 1961. Good Conduct Badge pay forfeited on 23 Nov 1962. Discharged from Army 8 Feb 1963 at completion of engagement. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COCKBURN, Donald Ian | 208024 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Denniston, West Coast, South Island 29 May 1928. Ex TF soldier. Blacksmith at Ngakawau State Coal Mine. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 20 Feb 1951. Emplaned Whenuapai on 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Initially posted to NZ Transport Platoon. TSFD to 10 Tpt Coy and employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop. Promoted Lance Corporal 11 Nov 1951 while holding appointment of Lance Corporal Driver. Reverted to Driver 3 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 18 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 248 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Apr 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.526 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Westport. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 12 Jul 2012, aged 84 years. |
| COCKBURN, John Robin | 7026 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Hong Kong 22 Nov 1920. Farmer before joining the RNZN on 28 Apr 1943 on a 12-year engagement. Issued the Service No 7026 and was granted the rate of Stoker 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Leander 30 Oct 1943 after Leander had returned to Auckland having been damaged by Japanese torpedo. Leander went to Boston, USA for major repairs arriving there 23 Dec 1943. Drafted to Achilles 17 Jan 1944 which was at Portsmouth UK also undergoing repairs which would take until May 1944. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 28 Apr 1944. At Drake 29 Apr 1944 and may have sailed for Canada 30 Apr 1944. Served in HMS Regales (minesweeper) 24 May–30 Jun 1944 and was involved in working up and trials. At HMS Seaborn, Nova Scotia 1–28 Jul 1944 a naval air station. Eventually arrived back in NZ 19 Nov 1945 and served in Kiwi and Bellona advanced to Stoker Mechanic 21 Aug 1947; Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 1 Nov 1947; Leading Stoker Mechanic 1 Nov 1948; Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 2 Nov 1949, Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 2 Nov 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 6 Dec 1951 and left for service in Korean waters 7 Jan 1952. Mainly involved in patrols and escort duties on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Final sea service was in Lachlan and advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 9 Mar 1955. DEE 27 Apr 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| COCKER, Patrick Murdoch | 6318 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Lower Hutt, New Zealand, 24 Aug 1926. Engaged as a porter before he entered the RNZN on 10 Dec 1942 as Boy 2nd Class. Trained in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 30 Apr 1943 and to Signalman Boy 12 Dec 1943. Drafted to Leander 6 Nov 1943–7 Jan 1944 and sailed in the ship to the UK where it was to undergo major repairs to damage caused by a Japanese torpedo in Kula Gulf 1943. Drafted to Achilles 8 Jan 1944 (which had been under repair action which would take until May) and was involved in working up and came back to NZ via Malta, Alexandria and Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Under repair at Trincomalee after a boiler room fire. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 22 Feb 1944 and to Signalman 21 Nov 1944. After a short time in Auckland Achilles took part in some of the final actions of WWII against the Japanese. He remained in Achilles until 31 Aug 1946. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Signalman (Temporary) 1 Sep 1946, to Leading Signalman (Temporary) 1 Sep 1947 and to Leading Signalman (Permanent) 21 Oct 1947. Drafted to Taupo 29 Sep–11 Nov 1949 and was sent to HMAS Cerberus for training courses 12 Nov 1949–2 Mar 1950. On RTNZ served in Philomel 3 Mar–6 Oct 1950. Drafted to Tutira 7 Oct 1950–30 May 1951. He possibly went up to Korea in Taupo as this ship left Auckland 7 Oct 1950. TSFD to Tutira on arrival in Japan. Was mainly involved in escort and patrolling duties but was involved in the Inchon landings. RTNZ 30 May 1951. On RTNZ drafted to Philomel 17 Aug 1951 then to Bellona 12 Jan 1952, returned to Philomel 12 Jan 1953. Advanced to Yeoman of Signals 16 Jan 1953. Served in Irirangi 4 Oct 1954–2 Aug 1956. DEE 23 Aug 1956 and went back to Lower Hutt. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Burma Star ‘Pacific’ clasp, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COCKHEAD, Edgar Thomas (Aka HARLEN) | 204393 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 31/12/2052 | Born Hamilton 22 Oct 1930. Painter and paper hanger for A.N. Bisley at Hamilton. Served in Kayforce under the name Edgar Thomas Cockburn as a member of the Replacement Force. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards to Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan 4 Jun 1952. Had a number of brushes with Military Law. RTNZ on compassionate grounds and deplaned Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 213 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jan 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Enlisted in Regular Force in the name of Eddie Jackson (with same service number) and was posted to D Coy, NZ Regt. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington for Singapore on 28 Nov 1957. Disembarked at Singapore on 15 Dec 1957 and marched into Nee Soon Camp, Singapore. Marched into Field Training Centre, Kota Tinggi 28 Dec 1957. Evacuated from the deep jungle operation with finger seriously damaged. Also admitted to hospital with malaria. TSFD from D Coy to HQ Company. Changed his name to Edgar Thomas Harlen by Deed Poll. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ named to Harlen. Discharged from the Army 2 Aug 1960. Died Tweed Heads, 21 Sep 2013 aged 82 years. |
| COCKROFT, Arthur John | 921976 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/10/2054 | 17/06/2056 | Born Dunedin on 29 Oct 1931. Accountant for BP Oil Company at Wellington. Ex 1 Armoured Car Regt (New Zealand Scottish). Appointed to Kayforce 8 Jun 1954. Emplaned Auckland 6 Oct 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and thence by civil air to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 8 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant 8 Jun 1955 and promoted substantive Lieutenant, 8 Jun 1955. Attached to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo for short TOD in Nov 1955 returning to 10 Tpt Coy. Again attached to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo from 7–19 Mar 1956. Temporary Captain, while employed as Officer i/c Composite Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC, 21 Mar 1956. Acting Captain when posted to NZ Roll for RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 12 Jun 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned 17 Jun 1956 from RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai. SOS Emergency Force and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, 16 Aug 1956. Re-joined Territorial Force and returned to 2nd Reconnaissance Sqn (NZ Scottish) RNZAC. Later Temporary Major OC of 2 Recon Sqn RNZAC. Relinquished appointment of OC and TSFD to Reserve of Officers General List RNZAC, in the rank of Major, 1 Apr 1965. Died circa 1980. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CODD, Wallace John | 9729 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Rotorua 24 Jun 1925. Post & Telegraph Messenger before enlisting in RNZN as an Ordinary Telegraphist 24 May 1944 and underwent training in Tamaki. Served in Philomel 29 Jun 1945 and advanced to Telegraphist 17 Jul 1945. Drafted to Achilles in BCOF, Japan 19 Sep 1945–17 May 1946 but this service did not qualify for the NZ Service Medal 1946–49. TSFD from Hostilities Only to Continuous Service 11 Jun 1946 as from original date of entry. Drafted to Arabis 28 Jan–14 Oct 1948 then to Taupo 15 Oct 1948–11 Feb 1950. Served in the Naval signal station at Waiouru 12 Feb–26 Jul 1950 (at this time it was not called Irirangi). Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Sep 1950–21 Nov 1951. DEE 29 Jan 1952. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. The original Korea and UN Medals were lost in a fire and were replaced at cost. Living at Takapuna circa 2001. Died Three Kings, Auckland, 17 Apr 2011 aged 86 years. |
| CODLIN, Stanley Neil Mate | 208780 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 02/06/2054 | Born Dannevirke 29 Jan 1930. Came from Waipukurau. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney then travelled to Korea on Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Employed as gun crew Charlie 3 Gun, 162 Bty. Served wherever the battery went. Played rugby in the battery team. RTNZ by air via Sydney. Married pen friend in Sydney, Australia, on 26 May 1954 on the way home from Korea and is still married to her 50 years later. Deplaned Wellington 2 Jul 1954. Discharged 27 Jul 1954 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Flew back from Rose Bay, Sydney in the last Sunderland flying boat flight. Served overseas one year 276 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Opotiki in 2004. |
| COE, Roland Percival | 204402 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/08/2052 | 12/09/2054 | Born Auckland on 13 Apr 1926. Enlisted for service 19 Mar 1946 and served in BCOF, Japan (813618, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry) from 30 Jul 1946 to 5 Jul 1947. Discharged from 2 NZEF 14 Aug 1947. Came from Tauhei, Morrinsville. Painter and Paperhanger at Paeroa. Enlisted in Kayforce at Papakura 25 Feb 1952. AWOL three times before embarking for overseas service. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by civil air to deplane Iwakuni, 27 Aug 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 1 Sep 1952. Accidentally injured but “No Action” required. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll for RTNZ 22 Feb 1954. Struck off NZ Roll and posted to Brit Com Leave Centre, Tokyo 4 Mar 1954. TSFD from Brit Com Leave Unit to the NZRTU 7 Jul 1954 and then posted to NZ Base HQ the same day. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 12 Sep 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Dec 1954. Served overseas 2 years 19 days. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–46. Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. The NZ Service Medal 1946–49 may not have been claimed. |
| COGGAN, Denby Stanley | 330223 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Auckland on 13 Oct 1933. Driver for City Haulage, Auckland. CMT Trainee in the 11th week of training when he applied for Kayforce at Burnham Camp on 4 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland 10 Jan 1956 and flew to Japan on RNZAF Hastings and entered Japan 16 Jan 1956. Entered Korea 23 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy then to NZ Tpt Platoon as clerk. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 and RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 10 Aug 1957 from a RNZAF Hastings. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Sep 1947. Served overseas for one year 214 days. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Sydney, Australia 14 Aug 2003 aged 69 years. |
| COLE, Clifford John (Cliff) | 208832 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/03/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Glen Afton, near Huntly on 1 May 1927. Boot maker from Dunedin when he enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 22 Sep 1952. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air (either Qantas or BCPA). Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 27 Mar 1953 and was posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served near the Imjin River position. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 176 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.530 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to his address in Penrose, Auckland. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Henderson 2000. Died Seadrome Private Hospital, Massey, Auckland, on 27 Sep 2019 aged 92 years. |
| COLE, Francis Hayden | 11419 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland 20 Mar 1931. Enlisted in RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 13 Mar 1947 on six-year engagement. After training in Tamaki drafted to Bellona 26 Mar 1948. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 19 Sep 1948. In Philomel 28 Jan–13 Apr–49. Served in Pukaki advanced to Able Seaman 19 Apr 1949, Taupo and Lachlan before being sent on course to HMAS Watson where he graduated as Radar Plotter 3rd Class. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952. Radar Operator/ Navigator's Yeoman. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 and travelled to Korea via Australia and Hong Kong. Served on the west coast of Korea at Paeyong Do and Han River areas. RTNZ arriving at Auckland on 29 Aug 1953 via Hong Kong and Cairns, Australia. Discharged from the RNZN 20 Mar 1955 having reached the rate of Leading Seaman. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLE, George Alexander | 206458 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 23/03/2055 | Born Christchurch on 5 Sep 1914. Previous service in 2 NZEF (32189, Sapper, 6 Fd Coy, NZE, Railway Surface man, electric line erector, from Putaruru next-of-kin Mrs Vida Zillah Jane Cole (mother)) Initial service overseas was in Fiji Oct 1940 to Jan 1941. RTNZ and was then posted to the Middle East and Italy until Dec 1944. Served in 18 Army Troops Coy, 13 NZ Railway Construction Coy then 6 Fd Coy. His final appointment was as a Cook. Enlisted in Kayforce, Expansion Force at Christchurch on 12 Jun 1951. Previous service in 14 Sqn, RNZAF (461233). Served in BCOF Japan with 14 Sqn RNZAF. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked at Sasebo and disembarked at Pusan, Korea, on 6 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 6 Oct 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953 for RTNZ by air on furlough. Arrived Auckland 24 Jun 1953 and re-embarked for Korea on a Teal flight to Sydney on 6 Oct 1953. Remains in Sydney to replace 204660 Poppleton. Emplaned Sydney 22 Oct 1953 and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Posted to NZRTU 13 Nov 1953. M/O NZRTU to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 8 Mar 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 21 May 1954 and to Lance Corporal 7 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Total overseas service for Korean War three years 132 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa, Italy and Stars, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| COLE, George Cyril | 13963 | Leading Sick Berth Attendant | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Woking, Surrey, UK, 17 Jun 1924. Enlisted in the Royal Navy 27 Oct 1942 as probationary Sick Berth Attendant with Service No MX 111110. Underwent initial training at HMS Glendower in North Wales, a newly built Butlin's holiday camp taken over by the RN. Drafted to RN Hospital Pembroke 10 Dec 1942 and advanced to Sick Berth Attendant 28 Apr 1942 and remained there until 19 Aug 1943. Sent to HMS Saker in the USA a holding station while waiting for HMS Gardiner which was TSFD to the RN as a 'Lend-Lease' vessel on 28 Sep 1943. Returned to the UK and to RN Hospital at Pembroke. Drafted to HMS Copra 20 Apr 1944 which appears to have been at Largs, Scotland at the time. Back to Pembroke 21 Feb 1945 and on 25 Jul 1945 to HMS Derby Haven, a Loch -class anti-submarine frigate which had been converted to a Depot ship. Sailed for Singapore and after a call at Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) arrived there in Nov. Used as a Depot ship for Harbour Defence Launches and US built BYMS wooden built minesweepers. Drafted 1 Jan 1946 to Mull of Galloway (heavy repair ship) in Singapore then returned to Britain in her and went back to Pembroke. Discharged from RN 2 Oct 1946 and became a male nurse. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, London as Sick Berth Attendant 6 Jun 1949. Drafted to Lachlan 29 Jul 1949 and was a crew member who brought that vessel to NZ. In Philomel and Tamaki until drafted to Kaniere 30 Jan 1951. At RNZN hospital Philomel 11 Apr 1951. Advanced to Leading Sick Berth Attendant 16 Feb 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 advanced to SBPO 1 Jul 1954 and served in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954 to Mar 1955 and again from 1 Apr 1956 to 8 May 1957. In Jan 1958 HMS Cardigan Bay a RN Bay-class anti-aircraft frigate visited NZ and George Cole spent some six weeks in that vessel while it was in NZ. In Philomel 4 Mar 1958. Advanced to Acting Sick Berth Chief Petty Officer 14 Jul 1960, Sick Berth Chief Petty Officer 12 Apr 1961. Served in Royalist 14 Jan 1963–11 Feb 1964 then back to RNZN Hospital. Discharged to RA 29 Jun 1965. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 21 Jul 1961. WWII Medals not ascertained. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM. |
| COLE, Percy William | 12582 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Southwark, London, UK, 2 Mar 1927. Drawing office Assistant. Enlisted as Boy Telegraphist in the RN 20 Jun 1944 with Service No C/JX 711553. Trained in Royal Arthur and in Duke where he advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 2 Sep 1944. Also served in Scotia, Pembroke 1 and Ganges before being drafted on 4 Sep 1945 to Constance, a C-class destroyer launched in 1944. Constance with Telegraphist Percy Cole went to the Far East and operated from Tamar a shore base at Hong Kong 1 Jul 1946–29 Jun 1947. Returned to the UK and took his discharge 15 Oct 1947. Enlisted as Telegraphist in the RNZN 30 Jan 1949 at HMNZS Cook, in London. This was renamed Maori in Mar 1949 as the RN had encountered confusion between HMNZS Cook and HMS Cook a surveying vessel of the same name. He sailed in Tutira from Portsmouth in Jun 1949 and arrived in NZ in Aug 1949. He served at Waiouru (Irirangi) and Philomel and was sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 29 Jul–7 Nov 1950. Drafted to Hawea 20 Jan 1951 and sailed for Korean waters 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly on the west coast Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 28 Mar 1952. Was in Philomel and then served in Lachlan but appeared to have some problems as he was disrated 18 Mar 1953. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. DEE 21 Feb 1955 and he returned to London. |
| COLE, Simon Christopher | 12134 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Ipswich, Suffolk, UK, on 20 Dec 1928. Employed as a messenger before he entered the RN on 11 Apr 1946 as a Boy 1st Class with Service No C/JX 797025. Trained in HMS Royal Arthur and in HMS Raleigh where he advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 20 Jun 1946. He then served in HMS Pembroke 6 Aug–14 Oct 1946. Sent to HMS St Angelo (stone frigate in Malta) to serve in HMS Virago (destroyer) which had some remarkable service during WWII. While in Malta Virago was used to scuttle the forward half of the wreck of SS Ohio, the tanker which had played a pivotal role in the Siege of Malta. Ordinary Seaman Cole just missed this part of history. Simon Cole advanced to Able Seaman (Provisional) on 10 Oct 1947. He returned to Pembroke on 28 Nov 1947 and was released from the RN on 11 Mar 1948. Entered the RNZN 14 Jun 1948 at Cook in London as an Able Seaman. Drafted to HMS Loch Achanalt on 19 Aug 1948 which was re-named Pukaki on 13 Sep 1948. He was one of the crew who sailed Pukaki to join the RNZN Fleet. He remained in the ship when she arrived in Auckland and sailed from there on 3Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ on 2 Dec 1950 and then served in Philomel 7 Dec 1950–7 Jun 1951 followed by some days in Bellona. He took passage in SS Atlantis and was DEE from Maori on 17 Aug 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later the NZOSM and KWSM |
| COLE, William Lawrence | 622651 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Bulls on 9 May 1930. Employed as a barman at Bulls then became a cleaner at RNZAF Base Ohakea. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements at Waiouru on 15 Oct 1952 and was trained in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Also did some exercises in the Clarence River area. Posted to RNZASC while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon on 22 Feb 1953 and entered Korea on 23 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Dec 1953 and appointed Section 2i/c. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal and appointed i/c Section. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy to attend an NCO Course 21–26 Mar 1954. Promoted Corporal 10 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3–5 Jul 1954 and M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned at Harewood 3 Aug 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 173 days. SOS Kayforce 28 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.532 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Bulls. Died Palmerston North on 29 Aug 1983 aged 53 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLELLO, Phillip Desmond | 206302 | Signalman | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Hastings, NZ, on 10 Jan 1923. Previous service in the Army with Service No 440553. This included time in the 1 Bn the Scots Regt and in 2 Hawkes Bay Regt. He then served in the RNZAF with Service No 431995 from 6 Feb 1943– 3 Dec 1945 and trained to be an air gunner. Part of his service was at the Ground Training School at Omaka near Blenheim. He served in Guadalcanal, New Caledonia and Bougainville. He had two periods of service in the South Pacific 22 Jun 1943–18 May 1944 and 22 Jan–19 Oct 1945. His WWII awards are 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Highest rank achieved Leading Aircraftman. Employed as a shop assistant in Hastings before he enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. He attended a Signals Course at Trentham. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to Kayforce NZ Base HQ Sigs Troop. Attached FAP to 27 Bde Sigs Troop 14 Apr 1951. He was next attached FAP to L of C Indep Sigs Sqn on 5 Aug 1951. He returned to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll on 13 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 25 Apr 1952 from the RMA air liner Ararangi. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.533 sent 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Hastings. Died at Hastings 17 Aug 1967 aged 44 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLEMAN, Hugh Raymond | 206459 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Marton on 17 Feb 1930. He was a farm hand before he enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 27 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 27 Oct 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 29 Oct 1951. M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) [G Troop] on 30 Oct 1951. Admitted to 25 Fd Amb 10–21 Jan 1953 and was discharged direct to his unit. During the latter part of his time in Korea he had some problems with mill law which resulted in Field Punishment and fines. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ 4 Jul 1953. Deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 342 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 9 Sep 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Rotorua in 1996. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLEMAN, John Gordon (Jack) | 536434 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 26/03/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Feilding 11 Feb 1930. Electrical sewing machinist employed by Modern Dry Cleaners, Rotorua. Attested 2 Dec 1952 for service in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 26 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Japan 28 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 7 Apr 1953 and was posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt the same day. Admitted to 38 Canadian FDS 13–15 Aug 1953, then TSFD to 25 FDS 15–19 Aug, to Brit Com Z Medical Unit 19–23 Aug and then to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 23 Aug–15 Sep 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and then on 3 Oct to NZ Reinf Training Unit. Reposted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 22 Oct and M/I to the unit 25 Oct 1953. On 11 Sep 1954 M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and M/I NZ Base HQ, Japan 19 Sep 1954 taking eight days for this move. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 202 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 25 Nov 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Hamilton 11 Apr 1987 aged 57 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLEMAN, Michael James Percival | 208710 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2051 | 06/07/2054 | Born London, England on 25 Feb 1927.Commercial fisherman from Dunedin. NOK Mrs K.A. Coleman (mother), Beechcroft Ave, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, UK. Attested in Kayforce on 10 Mar 1952 and was trained for Korea in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to deplane Iwakuni, Japan on 13 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA on 19 Aug 1952 and entered Korea the same day. He served in Fox Troop, 163 Bty. He had several disciplinary events between Apr and Jun 1953. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 19–27 Feb 1953 (tonsillitis). Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, 18–30 Apr 1953 (tonsillitis). M/I to NZRTU from NZ Base HQ 11 May 1953. Attached FAP to CATC, Inchon 7–26 Jun 1953 and then returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 29 Mar 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 1 Apr 1954. Committed further discipline breaches at Base Camp in Hiro on 17 Apr 1954. Struck off NZ Roll 11 May 1954 and committed to Brit Com MCE. Released 9 Jun 1954 to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ by civil air flight. Deplaned Harewood 6 Jul 1954. Served overseas one year 302 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.536 was returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives) where it remains. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| COLEMAN, Peter John | 12742 | Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Blackwood, South Wales, UK, 1 Apr 1919. Previous service in the RN but there are no details of his service apart from the fact that he had reached the rate of Yeoman of Signals. He possibly joined the RN as a Boy 2nd Class about 1933.This would suggest that he had served in the RN for several years before he came to NZ and probably completed several years during WWII. Entered the RNZN on a three-year engagement at Maori in London as a Signaller on 24 Apr 1949 and advanced to Leading Signalman, then Yeoman of Signals on the following two-days. It is not known when he arrived in NZ but he was drafted to Lachlan 29 Jul–7 Nov 1949. Served in Philomel 8 Nov 1949–26 Jan 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 24 Jan 1950–28 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He returned to Philomel 29 Nov 1951 and then served for three weeks in the reserve station HMNZS Olphert, Wellington. DEE 23 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His WWII service awards are not known. On discharge he took up an appointment of Lighthouse Keeper in the Brothers Island Lighthouse in Wellington Harbour eastern entrance. The Brothers Island lighthouse was the last in New Zealand to become automated in 1990. This ending a 151-year history of manned lighthouses in New Zealand. |
| COLEMAN, Roderick Lawrence | 645656 | Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Feilding, on 6 Nov 1934. Employed as a postman in Feilding before he entered the RNZN on 27 May 1954 on an eight-year engagement as a Stoker. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Bellona (in the Reserve Fleet) 22 Oct 1954–21 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 15 Mar 1955. Sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 to serve in SE Asia and In Korean waters. RTNZ on 21 May 1956 and served in Philomel or Hawea between 27 Apr 1955 and 12 Sep 1956. Discharged ‘Free’ on 12 Sep 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COLEMAN, Thomas | 13770 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Coleborne, Lancashire, UK, 20 Dec 1919. Woodworking machinist before joining the RN on 16 Dec 1939 with Service No D/KX100465 and the rate of Stoker. His WWII ships include Walker (destroyer) 26 Apr 1940–23 Nov 1942, Roebuck (destroyer) 31 May 1943–5 Mar 1945 serving mainly in the Indian Ocean. Racehorse (destroyer) 28 Mar–30 Sep 1945 Indian Ocean, Malaya and Indonesia and Seagull, a destroyer converted to a survey ship in 1945 (Note: Naval forces ships involved included the escort carriers HMS Stalker, HMS Khedive, HMS Ameer; cruisers HMS Suffolk and HMS Royalist; and five destroyers, HMS Rotherham, HMS Relentless, HMS Redoubt, HMS Roebuck and HMS Racehorse. The carriers transported Grumman F6F Hellcats of the 804 Squadron and 808 Squadron and Supermarine Seafires of the 809 Squadron, the fighters engaged in their first offensive sorties against the airfields at Lhoksumawe, Medan and Bindjai. The compiler of this record was soils lab manager on the Arun LNG Project located on the former Japanese airfield at Lhoksumawe in 1976.) He advanced regularly to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic through service in these vessels. Also served in Dalrymple (12 Jan 1949–26 Jun 1950) a survey ship operating mainly in the Persian Gulf and Chieftain (27 Jun 1950–29 Mar 1951) which served in the Palestine area. His WWII service medals are not known but are likely to include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star and War Medal. The Writer who added info to his posting card just wrote 1939–45 Stars and medals awarded. Joined RNZN 8 Feb 1952 at Maori (RNZN office in London) following discharge from the RN the previous day. He enlisted as a Stoker Mechanic, the next day advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic and on 10 Feb advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. On arrival at Auckland and after an introduction to the RNZN he was drafted to Lachlan on 1 May 1952. Petty Officer Coleman did not take long to make his mark for within a few months he had established himself as a person of “intelligence, energy and initiative well above average.” He remained with this ship until 29 Aug 1954. Drafted to Philomel 30 Aug 1954 to 17 Feb 1955. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal on 20 Jan 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 18 Feb 1955 and was admitted to sick quarters HMS Terror, Singapore with a dislocated shoulder in Jun 1955. He was able to return to his ship and served in Korean waters between Aug 1955 and Jul 1956. On RTNZ he was drafted to Tamaki and advanced to Chief Mechanic (Engineering). Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 he was again able to see service in Malayan and Korean waters though somewhat briefly in the latter area. On RTNZ he was again to serve in Philomel and Tamaki, It is known that he was at the diving school in 1965–66 and his report shows he was “…a loyal and willing member of the diving staff” and again, “A conscientious man who ensures that his gear at the Diving School is always up to scratch.” Discharged to RA on 7 Feb 1967 and went to live a Hikutaia, Paeroa. His medallic awards are not known but he is at least entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COLEMAN, Toss Harry (Te Hau) | 206762 | Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/06/2052 | 23/11/2054 | Born Opotiki on 6 Sep 1926. Enlisted in Jayforce as KOROMENE, Thomas Harry and served as a trooper in 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946 and disembarked Japan on 19 Aug 1946. RTNZ and disembarked on 5 Jul 1947 and was discharged at Wellington on 8 Aug 1947. Employed as a carpenter trainee at the Rehabilitation Dept at Gisborne still with the surname Koromene. Attested 22 Feb 1952 at Linton Camp as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd flight). Emplaned Auckland 9 Jun 1952 as a GNR on a Teal flying boat to Sydney, then by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to deplaned Iwakuni on 11 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 20 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. He served in 161 Bty as a gun number. A few misdemeanours occurred in his early time in Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 13 Nov 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 28 Dec 1952 and was discharged from Brit Com Z Med unit to his unit on 14 Jan 1954. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 14–27 Feb 1954 on an Artillery training course. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 15 Feb 1954 and to Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant on 29 May 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll for furlough on 11 Jun 1954. He was also promoted to Sergeant on this day. Granted 28 days furlough in Hong Kong from 1–28 Jul 1954. Emplaned Tokyo for Hong Kong 30 Jun 1954. Deplaned Tokyo 14 Jul 1954 ex furlough in Hong Kong. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 24 Jul 1954. Re-entered Korea 25 Jun 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the next day. M/O 16 Fd Regt on 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia. Deplaned NZ 23 Nov 1954. Served overseas two years 168 days. Discharged 18 Feb 1955. He returned to Opotiki and resumed his training as a carpenter. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Lived at Matawai, Waioweka Gorge. Labourer. Died Wairata on 4 Aug 1959 aged 33 years. Buried Opotiki Cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM which his family may be able to claim. |
| COLEMAN, Walter | 204236 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 21/11/2054 | Born Kaitaia on 29 Sep 1927. He was a labourer at the State Hydro Works, Bombay then worked for Ministry of Works in Kaitaia. Enlisted on 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Flew on by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, 6 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 10 May 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS on 6 Dec 1952 (trouble with his feet) and was discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp on 31 Dec 1952. Failed to comply with military discipline on several occasions. Granted a further 12 months service in Korea and elected to take furlough in Japan 17 Feb to 16 Mar 1954. On return to 16 Fd Regt he committed further serious offences. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD 9 Nov 1954 to the NZ Roll. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia. Deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas two years 203 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Feb 1955. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 7 Jan 1956 at Burnham Camp but was discharged on 5 Mar 1956 without further overseas service. Applied for enlistment in the Regular Force but was not accepted. His Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal were sent to him on 27 Mar 1953. He was fortunate that his service time was not reduced by the time he spent in detention. (See Collier D.J.) |
| COLLETT, Patrick Joseph (Joe) | 208830 | Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZ Sigs | 24/06/2053 | 13/06/2055 | Born Wellington on 8 Sep 1928. Enlisted Sep 1952 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Radio operator. Travelled to Korea from Burnham; Lyttelton to Wellington by ferry, by air Wellington to Sydney, Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, Iwakuni, Kure and Hiro. Served with 16 Fd Regt HQ. NZFPO 2, NZFPO 4, NZFPO 444 and was Kayforce HQ NCO at NZ Army Postal Unit. To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal while performing the duties of Postal Clerk 24 Oct 1953. Corporal promoted Temporary Sergeant, to be Sergeant 20 Feb 1955. Clerk HQ, Paymaster Ebisu at 103 Australian Cash Office. Played in the Kayforce HQ football team and ran in the Hiroshima to Kure Relay. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jun 1955 for RTNZ by air via Iwakuni, Hong Kong, Manila, Laubuan (Borneo Hotel for dinner), Darwin, Sydney to deplane Harewood, Christchurch 13 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Sep 1955. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Both Brigadier R.S. Park and Brigadier J.T. Burrows highly commended the Postal Unit for the excellent service they provided. It was seen as an essential service for the up keeping of morale in the Kayforce establishment. Living in Christchurch in 1996. Joe provided a very good news service and let me (the compiler) know whenever there was a death of a Korean War Veteran. Civil occupation Coastal Radio Stations Communications. Awarua Radio (ZLB), Wellington Radio (ZLW), Apia Radio (ZMA) and Chatham Radio (ZLC). Died suddenly Christchurch 22 Jun 2005 aged 76 years. Funeral on 24 Jun 2005. |
| COLLIE, Alfred Fettes | 13872 | Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, India 12 Aug 1920 where his father Alfred Collie (had served in the RFA during WWI) was serving as a Sergeant in the Royal Artillery. Attended Mossvale school, Paisley, Scotland. Was working at Bell's Dye Works, Paisley 1934–35. Enlisted in the RN 4 Dec 1935 as Boy 2nd Class with Service Number D/JX147285. He served on many RN ships and shore stations. The ships in which he served include HMS Royal Sovereign, Revenge (battleships) Newcastle (cruiser in which he advanced to Ordinary Signalman then Signalman 11 May 1939), the escort carrier Audacity (11 Jun–29 Dec 1941). Although not mentioned in his posting card he served in O.R.P. Błyskawica and was awarded the Polish Cross of Valour (2nd Supplement to London Gazette, dated 17 Oct 1941 published 21 Oct 1941). Served in Caradoc a light cruiser 8 Apr 1942–3 Jun 1943 when the ship was then converted to a training ship in South Africa. Advanced to Temporary Acting Yeoman of Signals 1 Mar 1943. His next ship was HMS Raider (destroyer) and was involved in providing cover for major units for the allied landings in Sicily. He was on board when Raider met Italian fleet units in Sep after the Italian surrender. In Dec Raider sailed to Trincomalee to join the Eastern Fleet. Was then involved in convoy protection duties and assisted in the capture of crew of U 852 which had been damaged by air attack and could not submerge. Also involved in the search for U 537 which was on passage from Germany to Penang with stores and equipment for Japan. Served in the shore station HMS Lanka in Sri Lanka 29 Aug 1944 and was back in the UK Jul 1944. Also served in HMS Caroline 21 Dec 1944–9 Jun 1945 which was a controlling base for destroyers and corvettes in the North Atlantic. This vessel is now preserved as the last survivor of the Battle of Jutland. He then served in the escort carrier HMS Patroller, the carrier Illustrious and then the destroyer Vigo 14 Jul 1949 and spent time in the Mediterranean. Discharged from RN 16 Mar 1952. Entered the RNZN 14 Aug 1952 at Maori, London, as Signalman and advanced to Leading Signalman and to Yeoman Sigs on successive days. On arrival in NZ Sep 1952 was in Philomel until 20 Feb 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. Had an accident that damaged his knee and travelled in Black Prince from Sydney to join his ship in Singapore. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and monitoring the armistice. On RTNZ 19 Jul 1956 he spent about a month in Philomel and was then sent onto the RNZN Naval Reserve station at Toroa in Dunedin 24 Oct 1956–29 Sep 1958. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 21 Jan 1958. Returned to Philomel 30 Sep 1958. Advanced to Chief Communications Yeoman (CCY) 6 Mar 1960. His final sea service was in Royalist 20 Sep 1960–15 Aug 1961. Discharged to RA 15 Aug 1961. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star, Italy Star, War Medal and Polish Cross of Valour. Built a home at Brown's Bay, Auckland. Later returned to the UK then moved to Northern Ireland with his wife (who died in 1978) and where he died in Londonderry 20 Sep 1980. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| COLLIER, Brian Keith | 11407 | Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born New Plymouth 14 Aug 1929. Enlisted in the RNZN 7 Jan 1947 as Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Bellona 24 Oct 1947 and was advanced to Acting Able Seaman 6 Feb 1948. Changed his trade and was rated Acting Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. Electrical Mechanician. Served in Philomel 8 Jul 1949–3 Jul 1950. Drafted to Tutira and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korea. Travelled to Korean waters via Port Moresby and Hong Kong. Tutira was tasked with escort, patrolling, shore bombardments and blockade duties along the Korean Island and shoal strewn western coast of Korea. Tutira was also involved with the Inchon landing protection ships. With Pukaki she controlled traffic entering the ports of Chinnampo and Inchon and escorted ships making the passage between them. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 28 Jun 1951. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane and arrived at Auckland 30 May 1951. Later served in Black Prince, Echuca and Bellona again. Advanced to Acting Electrician 28Feb 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later became a refrigeration and air conditioning engineer. Living at Waikawa Beach, 2004. Died 5 Oct 2013 aged 84 years. |
| COLLIER, Cecil Erling | 646195 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/11/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Dannevirke on 21 Feb 1931. Went to Dannevirke North Primary School then to Dannevirke High School. Had just completed CMT training before being posted to Kayforce. Brother of Keith (Tom) Collier (q.v.) who had returned from Korea a few days before Cecil and Laurence (Winkie) Collier departed for Korea. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 on Solent flying boat to Sydney then flew by Qantas via New Guinea and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning at Harewood 24 Mar 1955. Served overseas one year 128 days. Discharged 14 Jun 1955 and posted to TF. Awarded UN Medal for Korea. Died Dannevirke, 20 Aug 1993. Also awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) |
| COLLIER, Donald Joseph | 206460 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 30/08/2053 | Born Rangitukia, East Cape North Is., 16 Jan 1926. Embarked 15 Jul 1947 for 2nd relief of Jayforce. 815747, Private, Maori Battalion). Labourer from Wellington. NOK Mr J Collier, Rangitukia, near Tikitiki (father). Was working towards being a carpenter at the Rehab Dept, Gisborne. Recorded in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.25. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin 11pm 22 Aug 1951 by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 13 Oct 1951. Failed to adhere to R&SOs and built a catalogue of discipline breaches. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 11 Jun 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp to X(ii) List. Admitted twice to Brit Com Gen Hosp while in detention. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Admitted Concord Repat Hospital Sydney 2 Aug 1953 on journey back to NZ. Emplaned Sydney 29 Aug and deplaned Auckland 30 Aug 1953. Was away from NZ in Korea for two years 21 days but only one year 121 days were counted as service because of severe punishment. Admitted Cook Hosp Gisborne 14 Sep 1953–10 Oct 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Dec 1953. Place and date of death not known |
| COLLIER, John Charles | 206667 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 05/12/2053 | Born Wellington 24 Oct 1928. Jeweller for Mayer & Keene, Willis Street, Wellington. Previous service in Royal Australian Naval Volunteer Reserve as a recruit seaman but left the country ending his service. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement 1-Jan 1952. Emplaned 19 Apr 1952 on 'Ararangi” Teal aircraft at Wellington bound for Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 22 Apr, entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Apr 1952. Attached FAP to NZ Reinf Training Unit for CATC course 14–21 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 12 Sep 1952. Promoted Temporary Bombardier and appointed Tech Assistant. Served mainly in the armistice area. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 25 Mar 1953 as Technical Assistant Sergeant. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 12 Oct 1953 (recurrent Frontal Sinusitis). TSFD through 25 Canadian FDS to Brit Com Z Medical unit then to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure on 24 Oct 1953. The next day he slipped on the polished floor and injured his left knee which required an operation on the cartilage. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Nov 1953 for RTNZ as a 'walking' medical case and deplaned from a Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 231 days. Received further physiotherapy treatment at Wellington and was discharged 5 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| COLLIER, Keith Ivan Thomas (Tom) | 206620 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Pahiatua 28 Sep 1926. Went to Dannevirke North Primary School then to Dannevirke High School. Previous service in BCOF Japan (660936, Private, NZ Medical Corps). Civil occupation nurseryman at Dannevirke. NOK Mrs C.N. Collier, Dannevirke (mother). Awarded New Zealand Service Medal 1946–49. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure. Entered Korea and was posted to G Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, HQ 16 Fd Regt. Travelled by train to Tok Chong. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Brother of Cecil Collier and Laurence (Winkie) Collier. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Living in Dannevirke in 1996. RSA Gold Star holder. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLLIER, Laurence Charles (Winkie) | 211271 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ Japan | RNZASC | 18/11/2053 | 31/03/2055 | Born Pahiatua 17 Jan 1929. Went to Dannevirke North Primary School then to Dannevirke High School. Attested as a Kayforce 9th Reinforcement. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 on Teal Solent flying boat to Sydney then via New Guinea and Guam to Japan. Posted to NZ Base Camp, Hiro, Japan as storeman-driver for the whole tour (much to his disgust). RTNZ by air (Qantas and Teal) via Hong Kong, Manila, Laubuan, Darwin and Sydney. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Auckland 31 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 23 May 1955. Awarded UN Medal for Korea. Enlisted in Regular Force 1963. Served in Gurr’s Battalion, Malaya and Borneo 1963–65. Transport Platoon then posted to QM Platoon, HQ Company. Stayed on for a further eight months with Poananga’s Battalion and reached Lance Corporal rank. Awarded GSM 1962 clasps ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’. Also served in South Vietnam, 161 Bty Sep 1968-Sep 1969. RTNZ and posted to Southern Districts Ordnance Depot (Burnham) (SDOD) and changed Corps to RNZAOC. Staff Sergeant posted to 1 Base Ordnance Depot (1BOD) Trentham Camp, Sep 1969. Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class, RNZAOC. Also LS&GC Medal (Military). Retired from 1 Base Supply Battalion (formerly 1 BOD), Trentham Camp, 17 Oct 1983. Living at Te Marua, Upper Hutt 2013. Died 22 Mar 2018 aged 89 years. Brother of Keith (Tom) Collier (q.v.) who returned from Korea a few days before Cecil and Laurence departed for Korea. |
| COLLIER, Paul | 12546 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Hastings, NZ on 19 Sep 1932. Enlisted 11 Nov 1948 in RNZN as Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki, served in Bellona, Rotoiti and Tutira. Drafted to Rotoiti on 9 May 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea, mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties and some shore bombardments. TSFD to Tutira 2 May 1951 because of his medical condition and RTNZ arriving Auckland 30 May 1951. Discharged to shore 31 Jul 1951, BNPS. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Died at the Masonic Village, Dargaville, 12 Oct 2006. |
| COLLIMORE, Henry Walter | 13340 | Ordnance Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Southampton, Hants, UK, 12 Mar 1916. Was a fitter before enlisting in the RN 2 Aug 1938 on a 12-year engagement as an Acting Ordnance Artificer 4th Class with Service No P/MX 57582. After training at Victory2 and Excellent (shore stations) was drafted on 12 Sep 1939 to Suffolk a County-class heavy cruiser. Suffolk was in the Mediterranean but was recalled for service against commerce raiders and blockade runners and the search for Scharnhorst and Gneisenau. Suffolk also took marines to the Faeroes and participated in the Norwegian campaign suffering heavy damage when no fighter protection arrived. Henry Collimore returned to Victory and Excellent and was drafted 19 Jun 1940 to HMS Icarus (destroyer) which was involved in minelaying off the coast of Norway, the Dutch coast the east coast barrier and then the Dover Straits. Advanced to Ordnance Artificer 3rd Class 2 Aug 1941. Icarus escorted the Battle cruiser HMS Hood but was not present when Hood was sunk. Rescued the only three survivors from HMS Hood. At Victory and Excellent 30 Jun–5 Aug 1942. Awarded the DSM 2nd Supplement to London Gazette, of 29 Dec 1942. Drafted 6 Aug 1942 to Wolfe a submarine depot ship which served in Western Approaches, support of Arctic convoys and of submarines in Bay of Biscay. He stayed in this ship until 28 Dec 1945 and served in the Indian Ocean in support of submarines in the Andaman Sea and the Malacca Straits. After the war he served in Birmingham (light cruiser) and Theseus (escort carrier) but did not go to Korea in this ship. Served on the shore station Bellerophon and advanced to Ordnance Artificer 1st Class 9 Aug 1950. Discharged from RN 17 May 1951 to join RNZN. Awarded DSM 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star, War Medal. Enlisted as Ordnance Artificer 4th Class in RNZN at Maori, London 18 May 1951 and advanced to Ordnance Artificer 1st Class on the following three-days. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel until 6 Apr 1952. Served in Bellona 7 Apr 1952–19 Jul 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Feb 1955 and served in Korean waters during the period Aug 1955–Jul 1956 monitoring the armistice. On RTNZ served in Black Prince 9 Aug 1956–5 Mar 1957. Returned to the UK and was DEE at Maori, London 17 May 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COLLINGS, Alan Trevor | 208194 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Born Ilford, England on 24 Jun 1928. Previous Service in the Cameronians (the Scottish Rifles) a British Regt for two years with the rank of Corporal and Service No 10922066. Employed as a tractor driver then as a butcher. He enlisted in the Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951 at Christchurch. his training for Korea was conducted in Burnham camp where he was posted to Active Service and posted to the RNZASC on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. He then embarked Sasebo 5 Sep 1951 for two–three-day trip to Pusan Korea. Entered Korea on 8 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. He served all his time in 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 11 Sep 1953 and to Lance Corporal on 8 Oct 1953. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ on 4 Oct 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 6 Oct 1953. Granted permission to take his discharge in the UK. Embarked on the HMT Lancashire (built in 1914 and converted to a permanent troopship in 1930) at Kure for return to the UK ETA UK, 19 Nov 1953. He apparently missed the Lancashire and remained in Aden until he could embark on HMT Windrush. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce in the UK, 30 Jan 1954. Served overseas two years 113 days. He was living at 88 Tomswood Hill, Barkingside, Essex in Jul 1954 but had returned to NZ before the year was out. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLLINS, Anthony Gerald | 13843 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Bristol, UK, 16 Aug 1926. Milling machinist before joining the Royal Navy as a Signalman Boy 1 Nov 1943. Served during WWII in the Royal Navy (P/JX619893). Trained in Royal Arthur and Scotia both shore-based training ships then in Mercury, a Communications Training School. He served in La Malouine, a Flower-class corvette built for the French Navy but seized by the RN in Jun 1940. During its service in the Mediterranean, escorting convoys for the invasion on the south coast of France and convoys during the invasion of Greece in Oct 1944 she flew both the French Tricolour and the White Ensign. Discharged from the RN 16 Jan 1947. Enlisted 29 May 1952 in RNZN as a Leading Signalman for a period of six years but this was later extended. Drafted to Pukaki 17 Aug 1953. Was a signaller on board the ship and served mainly on the west coast of Korea 21 Sep 1953–28 Sep 1954. Served in Lachlan Aug 1956 to Jan 1957. Also served in Royalist Sep 1958 to 11 Jul 1960. Served in Rotoiti during 1957–58 on Operation Grapple the New Zealand response to British nuclear testing in the Pacific. Final sea service was in Blackpool Jul 1967 to May 1968. Discharged to RA 13 Mar 1969 from the RNZN in the rating of Chief Yeoman of Signals. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal and gratuity 27 Dec 1964. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal, NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZ Special Service Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal, Greek War Service Medal. Died North Shore Hospital, Auckland, on 4 Mar 2018 aged 92 years. |
| COLLINS, George Mathew Frank | 208478 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/05/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born Napier 5 Mar 1928. Came from Lower Hutt. Enlisted in Kayforce on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 14 May 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by Qantas or BCPA via Sydney, Guam and Japan. Entered Korea and served in Div HQ Tpt Pl as a driver. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked Sasebo 2 Mar 1954 for RTNZ on HMNZS Kaniere via Hong Kong and Singapore. George was one of 17 who embarked Sasebo on 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere. Discharged from Kayforce 9 May 1954 Living in Silverstream, Upper Hutt in 1996. Died at his home, Wellington 6 Jan 2006 aged 77 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLLINS, Gerald Frank | 924837 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dunedin 12 Feb 1930. Was a Power Board linesman before joining the RNZN 23 Jul 1955 on an eight-year engagement. Trained in Tamaki and then in Philomel where he was granted the rate of Electricians Mate 2nd Class on 30 Mar 1956. Drafted to Black Prince 12 Jul 1956 and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 28 Jul 1956. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and was drafted to Black Prince 23 Sep 1958 to 21 Jan 1960. Served in Philomel 22 Jan–4 Aug 1960. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Jul 1960. Drafted to Royalist 5 Aug 1960–19 Sep 1961 then to Otago 20 Sep 1961–18 Nov 1962. Advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Jul 1961. Final period of service was in Philomel. DEE 27 Jul 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| COLLINS, Harry | 622655 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Whanganui 21 Feb 1930. Butcher employed by Farmers Meat Company Whanganui. CMT trainee before joining Kayforce. Attested 15 Oct 1952 for 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flying boat flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Feb 1953 and entered Korea 10 Feb 1953. Attached FAP HQ RASC, 1 Comwel Div 2 Apr–8 Jun 1953. Returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned NZ 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 188 days. SOS of Kayforce and discharged 28 Sep 1954 and posted to Class 'C' Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui 6 Jun 1987 aged 57 years. |
| COLLINS, Hugh Frank | 208711 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/08/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Gore 20 Dec 1929. Self-employed cartage contractor in Gore. Enlisted 8 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by air to deplane Iwakuni and M/I NZ Reinf Training Unit 20 Aug 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 27 Aug 1952 and entered Korea the same day. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged 23 Jun 1954 Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Gore, 2 Apr 1996 aged 66 years. |
| COLLINS, Ian Cedric | 208195 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Gisborne 11 Jun 1927. Tractor driver for Mr Buckley, Astrop Masons Flat, Hawarden. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for two-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Little info to hand as to what he did in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Tokaanu (near Turangi) 7 Apr 1985 aged 57 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COLLINS, James Russell (Rusty) | 802942 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZA | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Westport 28 Jan 1930. Lorry driver for Ataru Sawmills, Blackball, West Coast South Island. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 18 Mar 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 24 Mar 1953. Served in the Pusan and Seoul areas and on the front Line. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 22 Nov 1953 for hernia operation. Discharged from 25 Canadian FDS to unit 29 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954 and M/I the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Mar 1954 and to Lance Corporal 28 Aug 1954. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 29 Jul–5 Aug 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS and TSFD to X(vii) List 9 Aug 1954. Discharged direct to unit 12 Sep 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Sep 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Harewood from Flight 15 on 28 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 201 days. SOS Kayforce 21 Nov 1954 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Dunedin in 1996. |
| COLLINS, John Patrick | 712165 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Wellington 4 May 1930. Transport driver for the Wellington City Council. Attested 28 Jan 1953 and enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. His training for Korea was conducted in Waiouru Camp. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by air via, New Guinea and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep and entered Korea 25 Sep 1953. Served in Pusan area up to Seoul and to 38th Parallel. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 May 1954 and to Lance Corporal 6 Oct 1954. M/O from 10 Tp Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 6 Mar 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 8 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and discharge and travelled by air via Manila, Darwin and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955. Served overseas one year 224 days. Discharged 29 May 1955 and posted to the Class 'C' Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Living in New Plymouth 2004. Died New Plymouth 21 Aug 2012 aged 82 years. |
| COLLINS, Lloyd George | 204694 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Sydney, Australia 14 Jul 1923. Previous service in the Army from 7 Aug 1940 until TSFD to the RNZAF with Service No 445456. Served in the Pacific area and embarked 26 Apr 1945 and served first with No.5 Sqn in the New Hebrides until posted to No.10 Servicing Unit at Los Negros on 9 Aug 1945. Next posted to No.30 Servicing Unit at Jacquinot Bay, New Britain on 30 Sep 1945 and RTNZ 6 Nov 1945 per Wahine. Awarded the Pacific Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Service in Army in Jayforce followed from 30 Jul 1946 to 5 Jul 1947 (631777, Corporal, YMCA, BCOF Japan) Discharged from Jayforce 7 Aug 1947. Labourer from St Heliers, Auckland. Self-employed photographer in Hamilton at time of enlistment in Kayforce on 20 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Iwakuni, Japan 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Posted to NZ Base HQ 12 Apr 1954 and attached FAP to Brit Com Base Prov Coy 19 May 1954. TSFD from RNZA to RNZPro 3 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 5 Jul 1954. Attached FAP Brit Comp Leave Unit 5 Aug 1954 and ceased to be attached to Brit Com Base Prov Coy. Reverted to Private on 10 Oct 1954. Compassionate RTNZ and discharge approved. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 35 days. Discharged 9 Feb 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–46, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Living Katikati 2004. Died Tauranga Public Hospital 5 Feb 2005 aged 82 years. |
| COLLINS, Phillip Moses | 208712 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/08/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born Havelock, Marlborough 28 Oct 1928. Farm labourer for Mr Prentice at Springlands, Blenheim. Enlisted in Kayforce on 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. The attestation date is not shown on his documents. Emplaned 14 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by air via Sydney, Darwin and Manila to deplane at Iwakuni, Japan 17 Aug 1952. Had some problems with disciple before entering Korea and was awarded detention. On release from detention admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 6–13 Mar 1953. Discharged from Hospital and was held at NZ Reinf Training unit. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 15 Jun 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 17 Nov 1953 and was TSFD to 121 Evac Hosp. Discharged from hospital and returned to unit 28 Nov 1953. Accidentally injured 7 Apr 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 14 Apr 1954 and was released the next day. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 May 1954, Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 23 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 25 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 314 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Picton 3 Feb 1984 aged 55 years. |
| COLLINS, Ralph (Snow) | 204423 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 08/09/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born Auckland 26 Nov 1927. Auto Electrician for Kirk Motors, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned as a craftsman Auckland 8 Sep 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney, then flew by Qantas to Japan via Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 28 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD the same day. Admitted 37 Canadian Fd Amb 7 Feb 1953 Discharged from Brit Com Z Med Unit direct to unit 2 Mar 1953. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 6 Aug 1953. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 20 Aug 1953 and to Sergeant, Temporary Staff Sergeant 20 Nov 1953. Promoted Staff Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 1 Mar 1954 and to Warrant Officer 2nd Class 6 May 1954. RTNZ on furlough on Teal aircraft and deplaned Auckland 25 May 1954. Re-embarked on Teal aircraft as a Warrant Officer 2nd Class for Korea 26 Jul 1954 and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 until 13 May 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 27 Aug–30 Sep 1954. Completed the study and exam for Advanced Trade Certificate in Korea. M/O From NZ Base HQ to Kobe and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Kobe 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping for return to Sydney and completed to journey to deplane Auckland 13 May 1955. from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 187 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Aug 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Rotorua in 1996. Rotorua NZ KVA Branch President 2004. Died Rotorua 20 Jul 2014 aged 84 years and is buried in the Sala Street Servicemen's Cemetery. |
| COLLINS, Reginald Wanford | 30170 | Major & Quartermaster | NZ Base HQ | NZ Regt | 13/01/2055 | 30/01/2056 | Born Akaroa, Banks Peninsula 2 Jul 1916. Had spent four years as a Senior Cadet. Enlisted in the Army at Trentham on 20 Sep 1935 as a private on probation. Promoted Lance Corporal on 1 Nov 1937 and granted the acting rank of Sergeant. Moved to Area 6 (Whanganui) 13 Apr 1938 retaining his acting rank and appointed Area NCO Area 6. Promoted Corporal Acting Sergeant 18 Sep 1939. Seconded to 2 NZEF, 25 Wellington Regt 10 May 1940, promoted Temporary Warrant Officer and appointed RSM. Promoted Sergeant 26 Sep 1940. Left NZ as a Temporary Warrant Officer 1st Class in HQ 25 (Wellington) Battalion with Service No 31767. Served in Egypt but he is not mentioned in the History of 25 Battalion. Awarded British Empire Medal, Staff Sergeant, NY Hons 1947. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant & Quartermaster 9 Jan 1947, then Lieutenant & Quartermaster 1 Apr 1947 with seniority from 14 Dec 1942. Promoted Captain & QM 14 Dec 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, War Medal and NZ War Medal. Appointed to Kayforce 5 Jan 1955. Emplaned Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney 13 Jan 1955. Deplaned Japan 17 Jan 1955. Appointed DAQMG and Paymaster NZ Kayforce on 7 Feb 1955 and was posted to Base HQ. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Feb and entered Korea 10 Feb 1955. CTBA 10 Tpt Coy 13 Feb and M/I Base HQ. It is uncertain whether he returned to Japan or was retained at Pusan. Promoted Major & Quartermaster 14 Dec 1955. There is no detail as to when he left Japan for RTNZ, but he deplaned from Teal flight at Whenuapai 30 Jan 1956 without notice from Japan. Served overseas one year 18 days. SOS Emergency Force and reposted to the NZ Regular Force, RNZA, 4 Mar 1956. Discharged 16 Jul 1963 having reached retiring age and was posted to the Retired List. Living in Onekawa, Napier, after retirement. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COLLYER, Edward George | 12706 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Whitechurch, Hampshire, UK, 29 Sep 1916. Enlisted in the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class on 5 May 1932. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 16 Oct 1932 while at Ganges. Signalman Boy 30 Jul 1933 drafted to Resolution (battleship) 7 Sep 1933 advanced to Ordinary Signalman 29 Sep 1934 and to Signalman 29 Jun 1935. At HMS Victory and Excellent between 9 Dec 1935 and 29 Mar 1937. Drafted to Cormorant a shore station at Gibraltar 30 Mar 1937–14 Nov 1940 and advanced to Acting Leading Signalman and then to Leading Signalman 25 Mar 1940. Drafted to Renown (battleship) at Gibraltar 15 Nov 1940 and became part of the escort for a convoy to deliver 12 Hurricane aircraft to Malta. Only four arrived. Two weeks later was involved in the Battle of Cape Spartivento. In Dec HMS Renown sailed from Gibraltar to go to the aid of convoy WS5A which included 19 vessels with almost 14,000 troops embarked including the 25 Australian and 5 New Zealand Brigades. Leading Signalman Collyer returned to Victory 6 Jun 1941. Drafted to Bridlington (minesweeper) for two months 31 Jul–30 Sep 1941 then to Scylla (light cruiser) 28 May–27 Oct 1942. Drafted 2 Nov 1942 to Mercury the RN Communications/Signal School near Petersfield. Disrated 17 Nov 1942. Drafted to Circe (minesweeper and was not long before he was back operating from St Angelo, Malta. Advanced to Leading Signalman 6 May 1945. Returned to Mercury 19 Oct 1944–21 Sep 1945. Was next at Mayina, Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and short terms at Odyssey, Sultan and in Buchan Ness (Landing craft maintenance ship) 8 Feb–31 May 1946. Discharged from RN 8 Dec 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic, Africa and Italy stars, Defence Medal and War Medal. Joined RNZN at Maori in 1949 following discharge from the RN. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 but then drafted to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949 and sailed to NZ in that ship. On arrival in NZ served in Bellona 10 Sep 1949–14 Sep 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 30 Sep 1950–23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland for Korea on 7 Oct 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. “When Rotoiti was steaming past Sogon-Ni Point in outer approaches of Chinnampo Harbour Leading Signalman Collier [sic] noticed a tree that seemed to have grown suspiciously since the frigate's last visit. Further investigation disclosed figures in uniform round its base. This was the prelude to the first raid on Communist positions by Rotoiti crew members.” extract from 'New Zealand and the Korean War' by Ian McGibbon. Drafted to Kaniere 27 May 1954–6 Nov 1955 and went back to serve in Korean waters Nov 1954–Mar 1955. Acting YS 16 Jan–12 Nov 1958. Discharged to RA 5 Mar 1959. Re-entered in RNZN General Duties Branch in Jul 1964 but was discharged at his own request on 3 Feb 1965. He became the Caretaker of Glen Innes Primary School. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died 28 Mar 1989 aged 73 years. |
| COLMAN, Isaac | 14498 | Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 07/07/2058 | Born UK on 31 Aug 1919. Enlisted 2 Oct 1939 in the RN as a Stoker 2nd Class. Drafted to Vindictive (repair ship) on 30 Mar 1940 and advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 1 Aug 1940. Served in the Norwegian campaign Apr–Jun and was involved in the final evacuation from Narvik. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class. At Pembroke 26 Jun–3 Nov 1941. Drafted to Sheffield (cruiser) on 4 Nov 1941 and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker on 4 Mar 1942. Sheffield was known as ‘Shiny Sheff’ because many of her fittings were of stainless steel rather than brass to reduce the amount of cleaning to be done by the crew: She was involved in Russian convoy protection until hitting a mine off Iceland on 3 Mar 1942. His next ship was Rocket (destroyer) based on Pembroke IV followed shortly after by Brighton (destroyer). At Pembroke and Drake Dec 1943–Nov 1945 where he advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer and then Engineer Mechanic 2nd Class on 1 Jul 1945. Drafted to Suffolk (cruiser) on 16 Nov 1945 and was involved in the second trip to Australia to repatriate military personnel and then another trip to Singapore in late May 1946. Advanced to Engineer Mechanic 1st Class on 1 Aug 1946. His next ship was Leeds Castle 13 Jul 1951–18 Feb 1952. Advanced to Engineer Mechanic 1st Class on 2 Oct 1951. Over his service his efficiency was stated as Superior more often than Satisfactory. Released from RN 21 Apr 1953. Enlisted to RNZN at Maori, London, 12 May 1955 as Engineer Mechanic 3rd Class and advanced on the following days to Engineer Mechanic 2nd Class and 1st Class. On arrival in NZ was in Philomel 31 Mar 1957 apart from one week in Kiwi. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957. Served in Engineering Branch Royalist during second commissioning. Sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. Was in Korean waters for about five weeks. On RTNZ served in Black Prince, Rotoiti, at Irirangi and in Lachlan. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 11 Jan 1962. Discharged to RA 11 May 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| COLSON, Campbell Desmond | 15431 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Morrinsville 15 Feb 1939. Attended Pukekohe High School and helped on the family farm at Ramarama. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 15 Feb 1957. His initial training was in Tamaki where he advanced to Ordinary Seaman and in Philomel. Drafted 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. Advanced to Able Seaman 8 Jul 1958. From 8 Nov 1958 to 5 Jan 1961 he served in Tamaki and Philomel. Sent to the UK and was held on the books of Maori in London as a crewman for Taranaki. This ship was commissioned and handed over to the RNZN on 28 Mar 1961. He was part of the crew which brought the ship to NZ making its first port of call New Plymouth on 28 Oct 1961. Cam Colson as regarded “…as smart and cheerful and has plenty of common sense but does not make full use of it. A very useful Able Seaman in every respect.” Later served in Otago and Pukaki and Lachlan. DEE 14 Feb 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COLTHORPE, George | 206146 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Ipswitch, UK, 20 Oct 1923. Wood machinist and carpenter from Newtown, Wellington. Previous service in BCOF, Japan, 15 Jun 1947–16 Aug 1948. (618006, Temporary Corporal, Ordnance Field Park.) Served in 4th Light Armoured Vehicle (Wellington Mounted Rifles) Regt. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant at Waiouru 2 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant at sea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 163 Bty during first Tour of Duty to Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned NZ 23 Aug 1952. Came back on furlough but remained in NZ for some hospital treatment and was then attached to Central District Training Depot at Waiouru until re-posted to active service. Re-embarked for Korea 12 Feb 1953 until 5 Aug 1953. Battery Quartermaster. RTNZ by air deplaning Wellington 5 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Otorohanga, 19 Mar 2001 aged 73 years. Medals pair offered for sale by Collector Services, Christchurch, Mar 2000. |
| COLVILLE, John Bruce | 33947 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Christchurch 22 Jan 1930. Mechanics Assistant at Latex Rubber Co Christchurch. Attested in the Regular Force 5 Sep 1949. Posted as a Trooper to RNZAC 31 Oct 1949 for duty and basic Corps courses. Attached 10 Coast Regt, Palmer Head 27 Mar 1951 for wharf duties during the wharf strike in 1951. Returned to Waiouru and was posted to Camp HQ for duty 15 Jul 1951. On staff at Armd School Waiouru then to Tank Holding and Maint Section 1 Apr 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 13 Jul 1954. TSFD to Kayforce 17th Reinforcements on 10 Aug 1954. Emplaned at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the following day. Promoted Temporary Corporal 15 Apr 1955 and to Corporal 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney 07.70 on 9 Dec 1955. Served overseas one year 59 days. SOS Kayforce 2 Feb 1956 and reposted to his former unit in the Regular Force as Lance Corporal. Posted to CD Training Depot, Linton, 4 Feb 1956, Discharged 19 Apr 1956. Living in Kaiapoi in 1996. Died Kaiapoi, 8 Nov 2001 aged 71 years. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COMBER, Norman Edward | 204237 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born London, UK, 21 Jan 1921. Auckland. Seven years previous service in the Royal Navy (129040) from about 1938 with five years on the reserve. DEE 21 Sep 1950 from Royal Fleet Reserve (Submarine Service–B26948) with the rate of Able Seaman. His WWII Medals are not known. Labourer and storeman at Farmers' Trading Co, Auckland. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled on by civil air Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 21 Mar 1952. Accidentally injured 15 Jul 1952 when preparing tea on a petrol stove. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb, to 8055 MASH, then 121 Evac Hosp and then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure, Japan on 17 Jul with first and second degree burns to chest and abdomen. On release from hospital was posted to NZRTU, promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier (Casualty Clerk) 30 Sep 1952. He was then posted to NZ Base HQ and promoted to Temporary Bombardier 21 Nov 1952 and appointed Filing Clerk. Promoted Bombardier 27 Apr 1953. RTNZ on SS Taiping embarking Kobe, Japan 29 Jan 1954 and travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 281 days. Discharged 28 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. After discharge he moved to Hawaii. His Discharge Cert is still at Personal Archives, Trentham but several efforts were made to get this document to him. The envelope has postmarks for Grey Lynn NZ, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; San Pedro, California; and finally, San Francisco, California before being returned to NZ. |
| COMP, Peter Ronald James | 15574 | Electricians Mate 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whanganui 2 Mar 1939. Employed by a domestic appliance manufacturer before joining the RNZN on 26 Jan 1956 as a Junior Recruit (Local). While in Philomel advanced to Junior Electricians Mate. First sea service was in Black Prince 23 Oct 1956–25 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 26 Apr 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. Served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter region for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Again served in Black Prince twice more and then Lachlan. He applied for a discharge from the RNZN because of serious family problems. Discharged by Purchase (Free) 29 Jul 1962. If he had been serving in the Army this would probably been described as a compassionate discharge. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| COMPTON, Robert Edward (Bob) | 206066 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Wellington 21 Apr 1927. Tractor driver, Pirinoa. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battle casualty wounded. On 24 Nov 1951 a shell from a C Troop Gun, 162 Bty, exploded prematurely as it left the barrel of the gun. This was the second time that an incident of this nature had occurred but there were no injuries on the previous occasion. Bob Compton was one of the three who were wounded on this second incident. He was admitted to 8055 MASH but Died of Wounds 24 Nov 1951. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. Korea Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His next-of-kin are Entitled to NZOSM and the KWSM and the Memorial Cross. The Lake Ferry Hotel (in the Wairarapa) has a one pound (£1) note as part of a memorial dedicated to Gunner Compton. He and two friends each left a NZ £1 note at the pub to spend there on their return. His friends came back but Bob did not and this small token to his memory remains in the pub. His brother Mr R.R. Compton, Featherston, was listed as his Next of kin. |
| CONAGHAN, Warren Miller | 11720 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Whangarei 14 Nov 1927. Typewriter mechanic before joining the RNZN on 22 Jan 1948. Issued the Service No 11720 and granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman. Like many of his time his first sea service was in Bellona 2 Oct 1948–1 Feb 1950. Served in Kaniere and Philomel briefly prior to drafting to Hawea 7 Mar 1950–18 Jan 1951. Sent to HMAS Watson 21 Mar–6 Sep 1951. Returned to Philomel 7 Sep 1 Dec 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti as Able Seaman with Radar Plotter 3rd Class qualification 2 Dec 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 bound for Korean waters. Based at Sasebo and served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties. On 22 Feb, while anchored in the Han River estuary to provide gunfire support during a planned raid on enemy positions, she came under heavy fire from three shore batteries and withdrew without casualties. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served the remainder of his engagement in Tamaki and Philomel. DEE 21 Jan 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CONDON, Patrick Gordon | 333752 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Onehunga, Auckland, 27 Feb 1931. He was a driver for Fisher Pykel Ltd, Auckland. Previous service in TF. Enlisted at Papakura in 6th Reinforcements for Korea 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 11 Apr 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 20 Apr 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 3 Oct 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 5 Oct 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft possibly one of the aircraft which took 18th Reinforcements up to Korea, travelled via Guam and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. SOS Kayforce 18 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Is a brother of R.F. CONDON q.v. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Glen Eden, Auckland, 8 Jun 1977 aged 46 years. |
| CONDON, Raymond Francis | 204563 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/07/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Onehunga, Auckland, 15 Jul 1926. Assistant storeman before joining RNZN as an Ordinary Signalman, with Service No NZ 9515 on 20 Apr 1944 but was discharged 26 Sep 1944 as unsuitable. Enlisted as a home defence serviceman (Home Guardsman) with Service No 660920. Enlisted in RNZAF 15 Aug 1946, with Service No 71660, but was discharged 18 Apr 1951. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. These medals were sent to him at RNZAF Te Rapa in Oct 1950 where he was serving as a Leading Aircraftman. Employed as a driver for McCarten Brothers, Carriers, Onehunga. Attested 21 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by air via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1954 and was posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy the next day. Had some initial difficulties adhering to Routine and Standing Orders. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ by air via Manila, Darwin and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sidney. Served overseas one year 238 days. Discharged 23 May 1955. Brother of P.G. CONDON q.v. Awarded War Medal, NZ War Service Medal and the UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CONNELL, Gilbert | 203674 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Perth, Scotland 20 Sep 1923. Previous service in the Royal Navy with Service Number D/JX 304136 for four years six months reaching Able Seaman and was discharged at the termination of the war. He served in several shore stations including HMS St Christopher (Coastal Forces training base near Fort William, Scotland) and served in ML 106. He served in HMS Attack (Coastal Forces base, Portland) then in HMS Hannibal (Algiers) and was in ML 468 while in these stations. He also served in HMS St Angelo (Malta) in the MGB 373 a 39-knot small ship with two 21-inch (533 mm) torpedo tubes. He returned to Britain in in Jan 1945 and served in the shore bases HMS Hornet, HMS Drake and HMS Defiance. Discharged from the RN on 29 Apr 1946. Then served in the Royal Fleet Reserve from 29 Apr 1948–20 Oct 1955. On arrival in NZ he was employed as a miner at Pukemiro Collieries, Huntly. Attested 28 Aug 1950 for service in Kayforce giving his brother Thomas at Maryton, Montrose, Scotland as his NOK. His Kayforce training was conducted at Papakura Camp and Waiouru. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 was posted to RHQ 16 Fd Regt in Korea. Admitted Swedish Hospital 15 Jan 1951 because of scalds to thorax, abdomen, face, neck and right hand and wrist from break in superheated water. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 13 Apr 1951 with infectious hepatitis and jaundice. Evacuated through 8063 MASH to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 19 Apr 1951. Several breaches of discipline resulted in a loss of money. M/I from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 14 Jul and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 239 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Sep 1952. His WWII Medal entitlement is not known but could include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star and War Medal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tamahere, Hamilton 26 Dec 1989 aged 74 years. |
| CONNELL, John Joseph | 207784 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Dunedin 21 Apr 1929. Truck driver for Watts Transport, Dunedin. Attested for KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZ Reinforcement Training Unit to 16 Fd Regt, Light Aid Detachment, 19 Jan 1951 and TSFD from RNZA to RNZEME. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA 21 Oct 1951. Had major problems with discipline including one very bad failure. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 9–28 Jun 1952 (Malaria). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight at Wellington. Served overseas one year 159 days. Admitted Dunedin Public Hosp 22–26 Sep 1952 (Malaria). Discharged from Kayforce 5 Dec 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Taradale 24 Nov 2004 aged 74 years. |
| CONNELL, Peter Charles McQueen | 920715 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/03/2054 | 05/05/2055 | Born Dunedin 14 Jul 1919. Truck driver for Dunedin City Council. TF soldier from 31 Bty, 3 Fd Regt. Enlisted 31 Aug 1953 in Kayforce, 11th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Japan 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt on 23 Mar 1954. Served in 161 Bty. When the artillery RTNZ he TSFD to RNZASC. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 26–31 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas for return to Sydney and completed the RTNZ by Teal deplaning Harewood on 5 May 1955. Served overseas one year 59 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jun 1955 and posted to Territorial Force Unit, his old 31 Bty, 3 Fd Regt RNZA. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Remained in TF until 1 Nov 1960 having reached the rank of Bombardier. Living in Mosgiel in 1996. Living in Dunedin 2004. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. |
| CONNOLLY, Raymon Gordon | 206090 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Wellington 1 Jun 1927. Textile engineer at Lower Hutt. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Admitted Swedish Hospital 10 Jan 1951 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 Feb 1951. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 17 Apr 1951 from NZ Reinf Training Unit. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/I 16 Fd Regt 7 May 1951. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 16 Fd Regt LAD and TSFD to RNZEME 7 Jul 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt LAD and posted to NZ Base HQ 11 Jun 1952 Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 20 Oct 1952. Died Turakina, Whanganui, 15 Jul 1992 aged 65 years. |
| CONNOR, Gordon Murray (Cockie) | 207713 | Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/05/2053 | Born Dunedin 29 Apr 1924. WWII Army Hostilities Only as Trooper 627209, 18 Aug 1942 to 21 Apr 1943. Enlisted in RNZAF 24 Mar with Service No 4313832. Served in Espiritu Santo 24 Mar 1944 to 14 Mar 1945 in Base Depot Reception Pool (BDRP) then No.12 Service Unit. RTNZ then went back to Espiritu Santo 1 Aug–9 Dec 1945 and served in Personnel Reception Pool (PRP). Discharged 19 Apr 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45 andNZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as Sergeant on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 22–29 Mar 1951 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Jul 1951 for RTNZ to attend Commissioning Course. Deplaned Wellington from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Attended Kayforce OCTU 20 Jul–6 Sep 1951. Graduated from Kayforce OCTU, 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Re-embarked with 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked on MV Wanganella with 3rd Reinforcements at Wellington on 31 Jan 1952 for travel to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 13 May 1953. Served in Korea one year 323 days. Reposted to Regular Force as Instructor RNZA at Papakura Camp. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later posted to Reserve of Officers soon after RTNZ. Re-enlisted in the Regular Force. Served in South Vietnam from 6 Jul 1965 to 5 Feb 1966, original Battery Captain. Medical evacuation to RAAF Butterworth in Malaya. Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal awarded. Qualifying date 6 Jan 1966. Retired as Assistant Military Secretary in rank of Major in 1976. Posted to the Retired List 1 Dec 1976. Died of cancer, at Rotorua, 2 May 2000 aged 74 years. |
| CONNOR, John Arthur (Jack) | 206865 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 23/04/2054 | Born Dunedin 28 Feb 1926. Civil trade-Jockey. Enlisted in the Interim Army 18 Feb 1947 with Service No 816722 and served in 2 Construction Sqn, Linton Camp also served briefly at 35 Army Tp Coy, NZE, Plimmerton Military Camp. Discharged at his own request on 7 Nov 1947. Then lived in Otaki but worked as a labourer for A.H. Miles, Paraparaumu. Enlisted in Kayforce 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Served in 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt in Korea. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 7–16 Aug 1953 (Escort Duties). M/I 16 Fd Regt 19 Aug 1953 on return from Escort Duties. To NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll for furlough. Embarked on 4 Apr 1954 on the troopship New Australia at Kure, Japan, bound for Sydney. Completed journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning Wellington 23 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were lost and later replaced at cost. Later also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged 22 Jun 1954 shortly after return to NZ. Died Palmerston North 26 Feb 2009 aged 83 years. |
| CONNOR, Owen Kenneth | 621114 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Whanganui 19 Aug 1932. Pinter and paper hanger for Hughs and Allomes, Whanganui. Called up for CMT 9 May1950. Served in RNZAC until he was TSFD to Kayforce and attested on 15 Oct 1952 in 5th Kayforce Reinforcements. Emplaned 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA 26 Mar 1953 and entered Korea 27 Mar 1953. Attached FAP to CATC, Inchon 19 Apr 1953 for course. Returned to unit on 10 May 1953 ex CATC, Inchon. Had several problems accepting military discipline and obeying orders. Twice took military vehicles for his own use. (R&SO Part II Orders. RTNZ by boat from Pusan to Japan and emplaned 17 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni. Flew via Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to deplane Auckland 19 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 230 days. SOS Kayforce 19 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CONNOR, Trevor | 208714 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 03/07/2054 | Born Waihi 16 Oct 1928. Working as a labourer on the Waitaki Hydro power scheme. Enlisted 31 Mar 1952 in Kayforce at Dunedin. Emplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Port Moresby and Guam to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 163 Bty. Attended a three-week course 17 Nov–6 Dec 1952 at CATC (Inchon) and his course report is the only reference to this course. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 8 Feb 1953 and appointed 2i/c gun: Lance Bombardier, 8 May 1953; to Temporary Bombardier 17 Apr 1954 as Section Bombardier and to Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 19 May 1954 and appointed Gun No.1. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and furlough deplaning Auckland 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. After leave he re-emplaned as a Sergeant on an RNZAF aircraft for Korea on 2 Sep 1954. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Sep 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 10 Sep and M/I that unit on 12 Sep 1954. He remained in Korea until 22 Nov 1954. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb with tonsillitis. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to Harewood and deplaned from Teal flight 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas three years 35 days. Discharged 19 Feb 1955. Died Alexandra, 13 Jun 2002 aged 73 years. Was a member of the Alexandra RSA at the time of his death. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CONNOR, William Herritt Steele | 204057 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Okaihau, Bay of Islands on 18 Jan 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force during Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. She ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and flown to Iwakuni, Japan. Embarked Sasebo for three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Was posted to Inchon Rest Centre as Driver, then to Div HQ Tpt Pl. Attached to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 27 Feb–2 Mar 1953. Promoted Corporal 1 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned at Auckland on 26 May 1953 from Teal flight es Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland, 29 May 2007 aged 78 years. |
| CONRAD, George | 204622 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Lake Ohia on 29 Oct 1929. Labourer for Southdown Freezing Works, Penrose, Auckland. Attested 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served mainly in the armistice area. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 157 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Living in Auckland 1991. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Died 22 Jan 2007 aged 76 years. A Korea Medal named 204622 DVR. G. CONRAD was sold on TradeMe 26 Sep 2012. |
| CONRAD, Robert | 33310 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Lake Ohia, Northland, on 4 Jul 1927. Employed as a Post & Telegraph Linesman before he entered the NZRF on 2 Mar 1949. Discharged at his own request on 21 Aug 1951. Employed as a driver at Parnell, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1953. Ex Regular Force soldier. Emplaned 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and entered Korea on 10 Mar 1953. Committed several offences against Routine and Standing Orders and was twice promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and reverted to Gunner. Granted a further 12-month extension of service dating from 7 Sep 1954. The third time promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Sep 1954 he retained the rank and was promoted to sub Lance Bombardier on 8 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 263 days. He did not return to complete the extension. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Auckland, 31 Oct 1996 aged 69 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM) and NZDSM. |
| CONSTANTINE, Sydney | 211315 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Wellington on 27 Jun 1929. Farmer employed by Mr B Smith, Paekakariki. Attested 23 Sep 1953 in Kayforce. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Waiouru. AWOL 55 days, recovered and sent to Ardmore Detention Barracks. Posted to Active Service 10 Dec 1953, was in Fort Dorset, Wellington 21–28 Jan 1954 and returned to Waiouru. Emplaned Wellington 2 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil airlines to deplane at Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Committed more offences and accumulated more field punishment and detention. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 and returned by RNZAF via Guam, Manos Island, Amberley to Auckland deplaning 7 May 1955. Served overseas 340 days. Served overseas 340 days. Discharged 15 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. |
| CONWAY-BROWN, John | 208193 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Born Vancouver, Canada 6 May 1930. Came to visit New Zealand and joined the NZ Army 12 Jun 1951 just after his 21st birthday. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni Posted to Divisional HQ Transport Platoon was involved driving General staff officers at Div HQ in the Imjin River area. Used to take their vehicles down to the Imjin river to wash them. John had the oldest jeep in the unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Took his discharge in Japan and returned to Canada on 25 Jun 1953. Living in British Columbia, Canada to present day. John's father George enlisted in the Canadian Army in WWI and TSFD to the British Army. Was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). Later served in Russia with the Expeditionary Force against the Bolshevists and was awarded the Order of St Stanislas by the Imperial Russian Government. |
| CONWAY, Keith Leslie | 203629 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Auckland on 7 Jul 1926. Came from Devonport but was working as a freezing works hand in Hastings before enlisting in NZ component of BCOF, Japan (660285, Private. NZ Base HQ unit) 1947–48. Enlisted in Kayforce and was a member of Advance Party No.1, which emplaned 7 Dec 1950 on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Was initially in NZRTU in Pusan, Korea (in an old Japanese Barracks. Was a Bren gunner attached to King’s Shropshire Light Infantry for several weeks. Then returned to Fd Regt as an Ammunition number Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 for RTNZ on furlough via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-embarked for Korea on 22 Jul 1952 and remained in Korea until 6 Aug 1953. Mentioned in Despatches (Temporary Lance Bombardier) London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005, for his action at the Observation Post on Hill 159. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in RNZN General Service Hand 1974–86 (21460). Discharged 6 Jul 1986. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Noosa, Australia? 19 Oct 2008. |
| COOK, Albert Leslie | 200097 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 22/11/2054 | Born Manly, Sydney, Australia 19 Jan 1923. He served in the NZ TF and was serving in 20 Anti-Tank Bty in 1942. Embarked for Middle East in 11th Reinforcements on 12 Jan 1944. Service No 446663. Disembarked Middle East 20 Feb 1944. M/I 7 NZ ATK Regt 22 Nov 1944. Posted to 2 NZ Div Prov Coy 21 Oct 1945. M/O 2 NZ Div Prov Coy to 111 Coy Com Mil Police Naples to attend Course. TSFD to NZ Roll 30 Nov 1945. Reached rank of Sergeant. Disembarked NZ 10 Feb 1946. Struck off the Strength of 2 NZEF on 3 Apr 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Joined the Territorial Force and Posted to 6 LAA Bty as 2nd Lieutenant on 1 Dec 1948 and was seconded to the Emergency Force from 6th Light Anti-Aircraft Regt, RNZA, on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru Camp on 13 Sep 1950. To be Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant on 30 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served 163 Bty. To be Sergeant, Temporary Staff Sergeant while appointed Duty NCO on 21 May 1952. Posted to NZRTU 20 Aug 1951. To be Staff Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while holding appointment of Battery Sergeant Major on 24 Aug 1951. Posted back to 16 Fd Regt on 2 Feb 1952. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class 31 Mar 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough) on 11 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned from the RMA Awatere at Wellington on 25 Apr 1952. M/I to Burnham Camp 26 May 1952. Re-emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington for Korea 26 May 1952 to Sydney and deplaned Iwakuni on 31 May 1952. Re-entered Korea 4 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned for RTNZ a second time to be an instructor in NZ and deplaned Wellington on 13 Sep 1952. M/I Burnham Camp ex leave 25 Sep 1952. Granted leave 20 Dec 1952 and reported back to Burnham Camp 6 Jan 1953. Re-emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight as a Warrant Officer 2nd Class for his third time. Continued by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and re-entered Korea 19 May 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 27 Nov–12 Dec 1953 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce on 4 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later applied for entry into the Regular Force 18 Nov 1963 but was not successful. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| COOK, Clarence Jeffrey | 578114 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/02/2054 | 08/11/2055 | Born Hastings 31 Mar 1932. Served in RNZAF Territorial Air Force 13 Jan 1951–21 Sep 1953. Electrician employed by H.W. Louie, Hastings. Attested 23 Sep 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas DC4 via New Guinea and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 13 Feb 1954. Posted to G Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 19 Feb 1954 and entered Korea 20 Feb 1954. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 22 Feb 1954. Regarded by 2nd Lieutenant Dodson as good worker and keen but needed some supervision. Had some minor lapses of military discipline. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to RNZASC 20 Oct 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 2–9 Mar 1955 then discharged direct to unit. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 7–13 May 1955 and posted back to unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 22 Oct 1955. Disembarked from TSS Monowai at Wellington 8 Nov 1955. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged 8 Jan 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COOK, George Frederick | 15642 | Mechanician (Engineering) 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Preston, Northumberland, UK, 11 Apr 1930. Was a cinema projectionist before he enlisted in the RN as a Stoker with Service No P/SKX 860044. After initial training at Royal Arthur and Raleigh he was drafted to HMS Newfoundland (light cruiser) 14 Feb–7 Apr 1949 then to the aircraft carrier Implacable 8 Apr 1949. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 5 Jul 1949. Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic (Local) 8 May 1950 Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 5 Jul 1950. He was then held on strength at HMS Victory 3 Sep 1950–4 Dec 1951. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 5 Jul 1951. Drafted to Newcastle (light cruiser) 5 Dec 1951 then back to Victory 20 May 1952. Drafted back to Newcastle as Stoker Mechanic on 9 Jul 1952 and went to take part in the UN operations in Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic. Returned to Victory 15 Jun 1954 and completed his RN service reaching the rate of Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 18 Mar 1955. Discharged 4 Oct 1955. Enlisted in RNZN at Maori in London 7 May 1956 as Mechanician (Engineering) 1st Class and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) the next day. Was taken on strength of Royalist while it was being refitted and upgraded. Royalist was handed over to the RNZN on 9 Jul 1956 and George Cook sailed with her to NZ and was involved in the Suez affair before continuing to make its way to NZ. HE remained in Royalist on arrival in NZ. HMNZS Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Mechanician (Engineering) 1st Class on 30 Jul 1957. On RTNZ was drafted to Tamaki 2 Oct 1958–2 Aug 1959. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 13 Feb 1959. In Philomel advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 13 Feb 1960. Drafted to Royalist again 13 Apr 1960, advanced to Acting Petty Officer Mechanician (Engineering) 1 Sep 1960 and to Petty Officer Mechanician (Engineering) 1 Sep 1962. DEE 6 May 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| COOK, Gordon Brian | 33004 | Corporal | Attached 5 RIDG | RNZAC | 31/01/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Regular Force soldier 1948-1952. 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure, 18 Mar 1952. Several former RNZAC personnel were given the opportunity to serve with British armoured units. Died of Wounds on 26 May 1952. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were passed to family. Also NZ Memorial Cross. A framed picture of his last resting place in the United Nations Memorial Cemetery, Pusan, is displayed at the School of Armour, Waiouru. A painting picturing a Centurion tank in the front line with crew activity, was presented to the Chief of General Staff on 26 May 2002, the 50th anniversary of the death of Corporal Cook. |
| COOK, Herbert Geoffrey (Geoff) | 302061 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 17/11/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Came from Russell. Emplaned 17 Nov 1953 on a Teal flying boat to Sydney and then flew by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Iwakuni, Japan. Entered Korea and was posted to C Troop 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 3 Mar 1954. To report to Officer Cadet Training Unit Army Schools Waiouru 11 Mar 1954. Graduated 2nd Lieutenant, Kayforce OCTU, 5 Jun 1954. Re-embarked for Korea 28 Jun 1954 until 23 Mar 1955. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC, on 20 Oct 1954. Posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, NZASC, with rank of 2nd Lieutenant, 30 Apr 1955. Died 1971 aged 40 years. |
| COOK, James Thomas | 970323 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Nightcaps 17 Jun 1931. Labourer from Mossburn, Southland. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Christchurch deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 18 days. Awarded UN Medal only. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.568 was sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Ohai, Southland. Posted to 1 O South Regt as TF soldier on arrival back in NZ. Little information obtained re this soldier. |
| COOK, James Wilton | 33561 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Palmerston North 3 Oct 1923. Served as Leading Aircraftman in RNZAF 31 Mar 1944 to 12 Oct 1945. Served in the Works Section Nausori, Fiji., one year 15 days awarded Pacific Star, Defence Medal 1939–45 War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Cheese maker at Palmerston North. Served in Jayforce as 616579 Sapper, NZE. Shown in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16 p, 27. Embarked 29 May 1946 and RTN Z 5 Oct 1948. Driver for Vacuum Oil Co, Auckland, before he joined the Regular Force. Came from Rangiotu near Palmerston North. TSFD 20 Nov 1951 from RF to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to 101 Transport Coy, Randwick and TSFD 19 Feb to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan, disembarking Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 24 Mar 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea, entered Korea 26 Mar and M/I to his unit 28 Mar 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 5 May 1952 and was discharged to unit 9 May 1952. Admitted 60 Inf Fd Amb 30 Sep 1952 accidentally injured shoulder. Discharged 4 Oct 1952 direct to unit. M/O and attached FAP to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 17 Feb 1953. M/I Div HQ Tpt Pl and CTBA to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 6 and M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl 16 Sep 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 27 Sep 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 27 Feb 1956 and reposted to Regular Force. Discharged and re-enlisted 12 Sep 1960 as Temporary Lance Corporal storeman and served on RNZAOC. Discharged as Staff Sergeant 2 Oct 1975. Later awarded NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOK, John Ian Thomas | 36752 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/01/2055 | 20/01/2056 | Born Christchurch 13 Jul 1924. Employed as a printer with Morris and Morris Marshall, Christchurch. Previous service in the RNZAF with Service No 444684 from 29 Sep 1944 to 3 Jul 1946 as Leading Aircraftman cook. Also served 247 days as a cook in the RNZASC in the Interim Army from 16 Jul 1946 to 26 Apr 1947. Enlisted in the Regular Force 19 Nov 1952 and allotted Army No.36752. Served in Tihoi Camp and Papakura Camp. Seconded to Kayforce 20 Oct 1954. Emplaned Auckland 3 Jan 1955 in RNZAF Hasting for travel to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 7 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Entered Korea 12 Jan 1955. Attended cooking course 19 Jul–14 Aug 1955 while in Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 May 1955. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 27 Feb 1956 and was reposted to Regular Force. Served in Korea one year 17 days. Served mainly in the South Island until posting to serve in 1 RNZIR. Gurr’s Battalion in Malaysia 10 Nov 1963–15 Aug 1965. Did not prepare meals well in Malaysia. Demoted to Driver. Emplaned 15 Aug 1965 Changi, Singapore for RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai 18 Aug 1965. Discharged from the Army Jun 1966. Awarded GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’. Did not serve in Borneo. GSM purchased at sale in London now in private collection in NZ. Entitled to War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| COOK, Leslie Morrison | 15028 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 28/09/2054 | Born Pt Chevalier, Auckland, 7 Nov 1938. Schoolboy at Putaruru before enlisting in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 4 Feb 1954. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class, 1 Nov 1954. Drafted to Pukaki and left in that ship to serve in Korean waters between Aug 1955 and Jul 1956. Rated Junior Seaman 1 Jan 1956 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 7 May 1956 while in Korean waters. On RTNZ was in Philomel 14 Aug–7 Jul 1957. Drafted to Black Prince 8 Jul–11 Aug 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 7 Jul 1957. Drafted to Rotoiti 12 Aug 1957–2 Aug 1959. Was involved in operation Grapple the nuclear test monitoring. Drafted to Black Prince 3 Aug–2 Nov 1959 and then to Philomel 3 Nov 1959. Discharged BNPS 28 Apr 1960. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZ Special Services Medal and NZDSM. |
| COOK, Stanley James | 208165 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born 27 Sep 1928. Came from Tuatapere, Southland. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni late Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Served in 10 NZ Tpt Coy and Div HQ Tpt Pl. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Both Korea Medals awarded. Living in Invercargill in 1996. Died Invercargill, 30 Oct 2002. |
| COOK, William | 206763 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Manakau, near Otaki 1 Jun 1926. He was a labourer at Kaiwharawhara, Wellington. Embarked Wellington HMT 91 on 20 Apr 1945, NZ 15th Reinforcements with Service No 816595. Disembarked Egypt 12 May 1945. Served as a Trooper and then later TSFD to Jayforce 18 Oct 1945 and posted to 27 (NZ) Bn 22 Oct 1945. Embarked Naples 19 Feb 1946 for Japan. Discharged 25 Oct 1946. Awards not known but would include 1939–45 War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Shown in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.15 p.32. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 of Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air but the plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 4 Jun 1952. Entered Korea and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 8 Jun 1952. Served in ‘Easy’ Troop (later known as ‘Echo’ Troop) 163 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 13 Jun 1953 and was discharged to unit 19 Jun 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 30 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 304 days. Discharged 12 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ War Service Medal 1946–49 NZDSM and KWSM. Died Birkdale, Auckland, 17 Feb 1963 aged 37 years. |
| COOKE, Foster Wolsley | 33248 | Corporal | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 19/04/2052 | 13/11/2052 | Born Wellington 12 Oct 1928. Architectural draughtsman who had worked for Gray, Young, Norton and Young in Wellington. Regular Force soldier from 11 Jan 1949–1954. Also served in BCOF Japan (815927, Private, NZ Base HQ unit and for a short time in NZ Army Education Service) embarked 15 Jul 1947, entered Japan 2 Aug 1947 and RTNZ 11 Oct 1948. Entering the Regular Force on 11 Jan 1949 he was appointed Surveyor's Clerk and chainman. Kayforce Replacement. Promoted Lance Corporal at Linton 7 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight (Ararangi) to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Iwakuni, on Qantas flight. Entered Korea 26 Apr 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). Promoted Temporary Corporal 6 Jun 1952. Suffered multiple wounds to his back, chest and arms 27 Sep 1952 when he stepped on a live mine while arming mines in a minefield. Admitted 8055 MASH and placed on seriously ill list. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 4 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for medical RTNZ 7 Nov 1952 and deplaned Wellington 13 Nov 1952. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 16 Jun 1953 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Served overseas 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from the Regular Force 6 Feb 1954 having completed his engagement. Died Birkenhead, Auckland, 20 Sep 1984 aged 55 from head injuries following a vehicle accident. Also awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Later Entitled to NZDSM. |
| COOKE, Graeme Mervyn | 12526 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Hamilton 17 Jul 1933. Entered the RNZN in the 15th Class of Boys on 11 Nov 1948 as Boy 2nd Class and underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 31 Mar 1949. Drafted to Bellona 3 Sep 1950–26 Jun 1951. Drafted to Kaniere 27 Jun 1951 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 1 Apr 1951. Served briefly in Philomel then drafted to Lachlan 24 Jan–6 Jun 1952 then to Philomel. Drafted to Lachlan 4 Oct 1952 and advanced to Able Seaman 7 Apr 1952. Attended HMAS Rushcutter on training courses 22 Oct 1953–7 Feb 1954. Served in Philomel 8 Feb 1954 then moved onto Tamaki 24 Feb 1954–15 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 15 Jun 1954 and served in Malayan and Korean waters Nov 1954–Mar 1955. Served Malayan waters 1954–55. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) 16 Jun 1954 then to Acting Leading Seaman 23 Jul 1954 and to Leading Seaman 23 Jul 1955. Served again in Philomel 15 Nov 1955–12 Jul 1956. Sent to HMAS Watson to attend courses 13 Jul–12 Nov 1956. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 1 Sep 1956. Later served in Philomel, Lachlan and advanced to Petty Officer 1 Sep 1957. Later served in Tarapunga, then Philomel where he was appointed Acting Regulating Petty Officer then Regulating Petty Officer. Later served in Tamaki, Philomel, Pukaki and Lachlan again where he was appointed Acting Master at Arms (Local) 1 Aug 1961. He relinquished that appointment when he went to Irirangi but took up the appointment again on 23 Oct 1962. Master at Arms Cooke qualified on SIB Selection Course and also qualified on Detective Qualification course. He became Master at Arms 24 Jul 1963 and continued to serve in Philomel, then Royalist in Malaysian waters during Confrontation 1964–65. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 17 Jul 1966. Also served in Tamaki, Wakefield, Philomel and Otago. Awarded British Empire Medal (QB Hons 1 Jan 1967), NZOSM, Naval GSM clasp ‘Malaya’. NZGSM (K), GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’, Naval LS&GC Medal with bar. Died Thames 3 Dec 2011 aged 78 years. |
| COOKE, Ronald F | 11343 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton 25 Jan 1927. Employed as a Railway fireman with NZ Railways before enlistment in the RNZN as a Stoker 2nd Class on 30 Jan 1947. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Bellona 19 Jun 1947–14 Oct 1948. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 21 Aug 1947 and then to Stoker Mechanic 30 Dec 1947. Served in Philomel 15 Oct 1948–25 Oct 1949 then served in Kiwi 26 Oct–18 Dec 1949. Drafted to Taupo 28 Feb 1950 and sailed for the Korean theatre 29 Aug 1951. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic (Local) 28 Dec 1952. Taupo RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 and he remained in this ship until moved to serve in Philomel 7 Nov 1951. DEE 29 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOKE, William George | 460566 | Signalman | Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Auckland on 11 Nov 1929. Fireman in NZ Railways at Taumarunui at the time he enlisted 2 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by air onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 and M/I to NZ Reinf Unit on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs and served in C Troop, at Imjin River. Suffered from Malaria during his tour of duty. Admitted to Canadian Hospital at Wui Jambu. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ by Qantas via Guam and Sydney. He then flew to deplane Auckland 13 Oct 1944 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 24 Nov 1954. Posted to the Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.571 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Frankton Junction. |
| COOKSON, Frederick | 204059 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/06/2054 | Born Rotorua 3 Dec 1925. Came from Rotokawa, Rotorua. Previous service in RNZN for three years with Service No NZ8427. Then worked as a seaman for Union Steamship Company for six years before joining Kayforce Expansion Force 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 27 Aug 1951. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 28 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1952 and to Lance Corporal 1 Dec 1952 then Acting Corporal 15 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and furlough. Re-emplaned in Teal flight to Sydney bound for Korea 25 Feb 1953. Deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1952 and M/I to Reinforcement Training Unit. M/O NZ Reinf Training Unit and posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 10 Mar 1953. Re-entered Korea 11 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Corporal 16 Mar 1953 and to Corporal 1 Sep 1953 appointed Section IC. Had several indiscretions which may well have hindered further promotion. Emplaned Japan 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 8.30am, 9 Jun 1954. Served overseas 2 years 257 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Sep 1954. Died Rotorua, 21 Sep 1998 aged 72 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Brother of Robert and Tom Cookson. |
| COOKSON, Robert Kotuku (Bob) | 206721 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Rotokawa, Rotorua 22 Aug 1930. His surname was previously UA). Labourer at the Gisborne Freezing Works. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement under the surname of UA (his mother's maiden name) which he had corrected on 9 Oct 1957. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight (Ararangi 2nd Flight) to Sydney. Travelled on Qantas flight to deplane Iwakuni 21Apr 1952. Entered Korea 27 Apr 19532 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. M/O 16 Fd Regt, posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 6 Jul 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 27 Feb 1953 for rugby trials. M/I NZ Base HQ 2 Mar 1953. M/O NZ Base HQ (CTBA) 11 Mar 1953 and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 14 Mar 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Oct 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 23 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Flew from Australia and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 at 8.45am. Served overseas one year 221 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Feb 1954. Brother of Frederick and Tom Cookson. Died Tauranga 3 Oct 2009, aged 77 years. Buried at Rotorua. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Became a primary school teacher. Joined 1 Hawkes Bay Regt, Territorial Force, 19 Jan 1960. Discharged 1 May 1961 SNLR. Later also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| COOKSON, Thomas Albert (Tom) | 204060 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 28/05/2053 | Born Rotokawa, Rotorua, 3 Aug 1927. Bargeman Labourer for L. H Julian, Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 as a member of Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. M/I Reinforcement Training Unit 30 Aug 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 19 Nov–29 Nov 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Feb 1952. Entered Korea 3 Feb 1952. M/I 10 Tpt Coy 7 Feb 1952. Had problems driving a vehicle safely and was AWOL several times. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 20 Apr 1953. Fourteen days leave in Australia to see his brother on way home to NZ approved. Deplaned Auckland 28 May 1953. Served overseas one year 285 days. Suffered from Malaria and was twice admitted to Rotorua Public Hospital and remained in NZDF care until these were resolved. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Dec 1953. Living in Thames in 1996. In 2001 claimed his service medals stating that they had never been received as he was cutting tracks for the Wild-Life Branch of Internal Affairs. The original medals were issued 19 Aug 1957 and were never returned to NZDF. These were re-issued 3 Mar 2001. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Thames public Hospital, 10 Jul 2005 aged 77 years. Brother of Frederick and Robert Cookson. |
| COOMBE, Brian Joseph | 592020 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/09/2054 | 17/01/2055 | Born Opunake 8 Jan 1932. Enlisted in 1st intake CMT and was then a serving TF soldier in 22 LAA Bty, RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements at New Plymouth and was attested on 5 May 1954. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Oct 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 26 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt posted to 10 Tpt Coy RNZASC and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb and TSFD to NZ Base HQ X(ii) List 11 Nov 1954. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ and placed on NZ Roll 3 Dec 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Jan 1955 for RTNZ (Medical) and deplaned from Teal flight Auckland 17 Jan 1955. Served overseas 138 days. Discharged 5 Mar 1955 and reposted to Territorial Force 1 Nelson Marlborough & West Coast Regt. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| COOMBE, Brian Roderic | 204727 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 28/06/2054 | 12/05/2055 | Born Te Aroha 26 Jun 1929. Tractor driver employed by Sweetacres, Victoria St, Auckland. Enlisted 16 Mar 1954 in Kayforce at Papakura. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to Japan, deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Committed several disciplinary offences including before entering Korea on 21 Aug 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Sqn LAD 19 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC 20 Oct 1954 and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 21 Oct 1954 as a Driver. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 15 Apr 1955 to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I NZ Base HQ 17 Apr 1955 taking two-days to move between the two locations. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney and RTNZ on Teal flight from Sydney to Auckland deplaning 12 May 1955. Served overseas 319 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 16 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Ellerslie, Auckland, 30 Jul 2006 aged 77 years. |
| COOMBE, Peter Franklin | 14123 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Waipukurau 17 Feb 1935. Farmhand before he enlisted in the RNZN as a Junior Stoker 2nd Class on 24 Jan 1952. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Advanced to Junior Stoker 1st Class 27 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea 27 May 1952. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve mainly on the west coast of Korea. Spent a week in the British destroyer HMS Constance on passage to join Rotoiti being TSFD to Rotoiti on 25 Sep 1952 although his posting card states 17 Sep 1952. Advanced to Stoker 17 Aug 1952. RTNZ in Hawea on 19 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost and replaced at cost. Later served in Bellona 9 Sep 1953–9 Sep 1954, then Black Prince 10 Sep 1954. Advanced to Mechanician (Engineering) 1st Class 19 Mar 1955 then back to Bellona for four months and then Black Prince where he advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 7 Mar 1956. His final sea service was in Lachlan. Discharged 7 Jan 1957, BNPS with 30 days invaliding leave. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in New Plymouth 2001. |
| COOMBER, Bryon John | 689002 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/10/2053 | 29/03/2054 | Born Lower Hutt 10 Nov 1930. Served in 7th intake CMT then became serving TF soldier in 1 Bn Wellington Regt. M/O on posting to Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Driver for Post & Telegraph Department. Attested in Kayforce 22 Apr 1953 at Masterton. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O NZ Reinf Trg UNI and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct and marched into the Regiment on 1 Nov 1953. Served in E Tp, 163 Bty. Injured his arm while trying to stop a 44-gallon drum of petrol falling over. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 22 Feb 1954 and TSFD the same day to Brit Com Z Med Unit and onto Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(ii) List 22 Feb 1954. TSFD to the NZ Roll (Medical) and S/O X(ii) List 16 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1954 for RTNZ for medical reasons (Palsy left Arm) and travelled on SS Monowai from Sydney to Auckland arriving 29 Mar 1954. Served overseas 160 days. Was not fit for civil occupation and remained under medical care on full pay until re-boarded and assessed fit for civil occupation. Pay ceased and he was discharged from Kayforce 5 Jul 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOMBES, Ronald Joseph | 206237 | Gunner | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Newton Abbott, Devon, UK. Came to NZ after WWII and was living in Fitzroy, New Plymouth. Enlisted in KMB during Jun 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Discharged 30 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost and replaced at cost. Died New Plymouth, 8 Sep 1998. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. The Replacement set offered for sale at Mobray’s Auctions (Otaki) on 11 Sep 2020. |
| COONEY, Brendan Anthony | 207519 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Gore on 10 Oct 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 29 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and flown by Qantas to Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood from Teal flight on 1 Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Twin brother of Peter Francis Cooney. |
| COONEY, Lindo Francis | 208162 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/05/2054 | Born Gore, Otago 28 Jul 1925. Served in the RNZAF 19 Jun 1943 to 24 Sep 1945. Hostilities Only and was awarded 1939–45 War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a grocer for Single Profit Stores, Wyndham. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) M/O from Darwin 11pm on 22 Aug 1951 and flown by Qantas to deplane Japan 23 Aug 1951. Sailed from Japan and entered Korea 15 Oct 1951. M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 Oct 1951. Hospitalised three times while in Korea. Last time he was discharged to NZ Base HQ then to NZRTU and finally posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Jun 1952. Promoted Lance Corporal 23 Oct 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (furlough) 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jan 1953. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Feb 1953, Re-entered Korea 9 Feb 1953 and was reposted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 21 Mar 1953 appointed Troop Sergeant and to Sergeant 21 Dec 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 May 1954. Embarked Kobe, Japan 16 Apr 1954 on SS Taiping for Australia. Deplaned Wellington 18 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served as Private in HQ Coy, 1 Bn NZ Regt, attested 18 Jul 1957. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington at 5pm on 28 Nov 1957 for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Camp 28 Dec 1957. Went to the Jungle Warfare School at Kotta Tinggi before moving to North Malaya. M/O to Nyassa Camp 12 Feb 1958 and M/I Ipoh Area 13 Feb 1958 and M/O to Sungu Kuang Camp To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 18 Jan 1958. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Penang for RTNZ and disembarked at Lyttelton on 15 Dec 1959. Posted to 4 Inf Bde Gp Sigs Sqn, Papakura Camp on RTNZ. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. Cousin of Brendan and Peter Cooney. |
| COONEY, Peter Francis | 207896 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/06/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Gore on 10 Oct 1928. Entered the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman on 18 Jul 1946 to 2 Apr 1927. Had just resigned from the Post & Telegraph Department at Gore as a linesman. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950 at Invercargill. Appears to have been initially selected for travel on the Ormonde. Illness caused delay to his departure for overseas service. He was then at the Army School in Trentham 27 Apr–17 Jun 1951. Emplaned on third lift from Whenuapai in Jun 1951 to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Disembarked Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 16 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 11 Nov then to Lance Corporal on 12 Jan 1952 holding the appointment of Issuer. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 290 days. Discharged 15 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch 21 May 1990 aged 61. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. His family later received the NZOSM and the KWSM on his behalf. Twin brother of Brendon Anthony Cooney? |
| COOPER, Alan William | 202561 | Major | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/11/2055 | Born Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, on 17 May 1915. Served in British Army 1933–42, Indian Army 1942–48. His awards for service in those armies is not known. Appointed to Kayforce 9 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Temporary Captain while employed as Workshop Platoon Commander 5 Oct 1951. OC 10 Tpt Coy for period in Dec 1951. Temporary Major, OC 10 Tpt Coy 21 May 1952. Major 21 Aug 1952. Appointed MBE London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, 22 Feb 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. UN Truce Supervisor Palestine. Awarded UNTSO Medal. Also ER II Coronation Medal 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOPER, Ashley Rutene Kiwara | 211340 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/04/2054 | 02/06/2055 | Born Te Ararora, East Coast, on 14 Jun 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce on 9 Dec 1953. Underwent training for Korea in Waiouru and Papakura camp. Emplaned Auckland 20 Dec 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea on 4 May 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA. Lance Bombardier while holding appointment of Artificer RA. TSFD to RNZASC on 9 Oct 1954 when 16 Fd Regt RTNZ. Awarded UN Medal for Korea only. Emplaned Iwakuni 29 May 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1955. Discharged 26 Jul 1955. Died Wairoa 29 Jan 1987 aged 58 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COOPER, Christopher | 207725 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/09/2053 | Born Timaru. Photographed at Waiouru in Auckland Weekly News late 1950 with Lieutenant V.J. Duley in camouflaged command post. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. RTNZ 29 Jan 1952 to attend an OCTU course. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 15 Apr 1952. Re-embarked for Korea, 22 Jul 1952 and returned to NZ 2 Oct 1952. Went to Cheviot while on furlough. Re-embarked for Korea for third time on 23 Dec 1952. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer. Dated 1 Mar 1953. Temporary Captain while employed as Troop Commander 26 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. SOS Kayforce 6 Dec 1953 and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOPER, Clifford John | 12511 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Christchurch 21 Apr 1930. Born Christchurch, NZ 6 Mar 1936. Grocer's assistant before enlisting the RNZN 22 Jan 1953 as a Junior Stores Assistant. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 26 May 1953. Advanced to Probationary Stores Assistant 6 Sep 1953. RUN 26 Mar 1954 and removed from ships books at that date. Not returned to RNZN until 25 Sep 1954 and returned to Bellona. Advanced to Stores Assistant 5 Oct 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 10 Jan 1955 and sailed in that ship to serve in Korean waters Aug 1955–Jul 1956. Served mainly on the west coast. On RTNZ he was posted to Philomel 9 Sep 1956 and disappeared the same day. Record marked RUN. Removed from ship books 9 Sep 1956. No medals issued to date. |
| COOPER, David Haopili (Hoppi) | 300436 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Ex TF soldier. Emplaned Whenuapai 16 Jun 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Oct 1954. Entered Korea circa 18 Oct and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Discharged 23 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COOPER, David Walter Charles | 203657 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Morrinsville 1930. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Gun Number in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 as a Lance Bombardier for RTNZ by civil air. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas for one year and 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 23 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.580 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Morrinsville. Died Morrinsville 16 Aug 2009 aged 79. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOPER, Graham Wilson | 13408 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Dobson, West Coast, South Island, NZ 6 Nov 1934. Started work as a butcher's helper. Enlisted in the RNZN 21 Sep 1950 as Boy 2nd Class and underwent training in Tamaki. First sea service was in Bellona 13 Jun–16 Dec 1951. When rated Ordinary Seaman he requested a change to become a Stoker. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 Dec 1951–14 Aug 1953 and sailed for service in Korea 7 Jan 1952. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 6 May 1952. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 with this date given as his change to Stoker together with eight weeks former service being counted towards advance to SM. Served again in Bellona then Black Prince. Advanced to Mechanician (Engineering) 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Korea Medals and UN Korea Medal issued. Medals sent for engraving at RNZN Dockyard 19 Sep 1957. Served in Rotoiti during Operation Grapple. Drafted as Leading Mechanician (Engineering) to Endeavour 6 May–24 Nov 1958 and may have sailed to Antarctica in her. Later served in Kaniere and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Mechanician (Engineering) 20 Aug 1959 and in Royalist. Promoted Petty Officer Mechanician (Engineering) 5 Jan 1961. Served in Lachlan 31 Jan 1962–21 Mar 1963. DEE 5 Nov 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Special Service Medal and KWSM. Living in Callangur, Queensland, Australia in 2002. |
| COOPER, John Tahu | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 28/06/2054 | 20/08/2054 | Came from Wellington. Vocalist and Guitarist. No medals authorised. May have been the same Mr Jonny Cooper who went as a concert party member on 29 Aug–27 Sep 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. He was a friend of Stuart Gordon, the blind entertainer and was his ‘eyes’ whenever he required assistance. Died 2014, aged 84. |
| COOPER, Leslie John | 203513 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Waihi on 30 Apr 1925. Served in Jayforce, Japan 1946–47. Embarked 29 May 1946 HMT 95 (Empire Pride) and entered Japan 14 Jun 1946. Served in 2 NZ Div Cav Regt. Served in NZ Tokyo Bn 15 Jan–6 Mar 1947. RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Discharged 23 Oct 1947. Employed as a labourer for Tattersfield Ltd, Auckland. Enlisted from Paeroa 30 Aug 1950 in Kayforce. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Regimental signaller, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. KILLED IN ACTION on 13 Oct 1951 by Chinese mortar fire while on OP duties attached to King's Shropshire Light Infantry Regt on Hill 227 Imjin. Was sheltering in a slit trench when a Chinese mortar round hit his trench around 1am in the morning. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan Allied Plot 9, Row 1 Grave No.294. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM, NZ Memorial Cross and KWSM. His parents received a medallion from The President of the Republic of Korea, His Excellency Park Chung Hee as a personal token to the next of kin of NZ Servicemen who lost their lives in Korea. |
| COOPER, Norman John | 12855 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Palmerston North 28 Aug 1930. Farmhand before enlisting in the RNZN as a Stoker on a six-year engagement 13 Jan 1949. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel drafted to Bellona 3 Sep 1949. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1949 and then to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic13 Oct 1950 and to Leading Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1951. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland to serve in Korean waters. Served mainly on patrols and escort duties on the west coast. She also provided naval gunfire support to operations against North Korean and Chinese Communist forces. While in Korean waters advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. RTNZ 28 Aug 1953. Drafted to Bellona 3 Nov 1953 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Mar 1954. DEE 12 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 2 May 1979 aged 49 years. |
| COOPER, Oswald George Owen (Buster) | 12511 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Hastings, NZ 21 Apr 1930. Schoolboy before enlisting the RNZN 14 Oct 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki. Drafted to Bellona 2 Jun 1949–2 Feb 1950. Drafted to Tutira 3 Feb 1950 advanced to Able Seaman 2 Mar 1950. Drafted to Pukaki 2 Jul 1950 and sailed the following day for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. Arrived Sasebo Aug 1950 and initially employed on escort duties between Japan and Korea. In Sep 1950 supported the Inchon landings of US 4th Marine Division and in Oct helped protect minesweeping operations prior to the Wonson landings. Able Seaman Cooper TSFD to Tutira 4 Nov 1950 Tutira after the Inchon and Wonson landings (near Seoul) returned to patrols and escort duties and as the Chinese and North Korean forces pushed south was involved in bombardment of coastal land transport routes. RTNZ 30 May 1951. After leave was briefly in Philomel before being sent to HMAS Rushcutter 5 Aug 1951 to 4 Jan 1952. On RTNZ was in Philomel for just over a year from 5 Jan 1952. Drafted to Black Prince on 16 Jan 1953 and remained with the vessel until a few days before he was DEE 13 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui 5 Oct 2010. |
| COOPER, Peter Percival Clarke | 206764 | Lance Bombardier | HQ NZ Kayforce | RNZA | 31/05/2051 | 30/08/2054 | Born Everton, UK, on 11 May 1923. Came from Wellington where he was employed as a photographer with National Publicity Studios for three and a half years. Next-of-kin Mrs S. Cooper (mother) Fulwood, Preston, Lancashire, England, UK. Served in Royal Navy during WWII, Service No C/JX 317928 from 15 Dec 1941 to 24 May 1946. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement, 2nd Flight. Kayforce 1952–54. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Bombardier, Acting Sergeant promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Oct 1952 while holding appointment of Photographer. Also attached to Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo. Kayforce official photographer. Public Relations, HQ NZ Kayforce. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team and returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce on 23 Nov 1954. Joined Regular Force on 12 May 1954–24 Sep 1958. Served as Sergeant in NZ Sqn, 22 SAS Regt, 1955–57 and served in Malaya during the Emergency. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Also awarded British Empire Medal 1957. Photographer. Attended Re-union parade in London, 21 Jul 1999. Nelson Branch NZKVA President 2004. Living in Nelson 2004. Died Nelson 6 Oct 2006 aged 83 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOPER, Raymond Owen | 208715 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Winton, Southland 4 Apr 1930. He was a lime worker at Fernhills Lime works. Attested 4 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while training in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 17 Aug 1952. M/O and attached FAP Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo 15 Jan 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 26 Jan 1953 and CTBA Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo. M/O NZ Base HQ 27 Mar 1953 for Japan tour NZ Kayforce Rugby Team. M/I NZ Base HQ ex Rugby Tour 12 Apr 1953. Committed a discipline breach 17 Apr 1953 and received 28 days detention. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 15 Jun 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP 32 Sup Pl from 2–10 Jan 1954 for Guard Duties and returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ.20 Mar 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 and deplaned Wellington 26 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Discharged 28 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Winton, Southland, on 7 Aug 1987 aged 57 years. Buried RSA Section Winton Cemetery. |
| COOPER, Richard Hugh (Dick) | 675546 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 05/05/2054 | Born Masterton on 16 Feb 1931. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Left NZ as an Artillery Driver, then moved to Able 1 gun crew. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 28 Apr 1954. Admitted hospital in Sydney with a bladder infection and received treatment 29 Apr 1954 on the way back to NZ. Deplaned Wellington 5 May 1954 Struck off the strength of Kayforce 26 Jul 1954, posted to TF unit and discharged. Living near Carterton in 1996. Living Paraparaumu 2004. Died Masterton 21 Nov 2022 aged 91 years. |
| COOPER, Robert Maxwell (Max) | 33239 | Lieutenant | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 14/07/2054 | 01/04/2055 | Appointed to Kayforce 24 Jun 1954. Temporary Captain, 14 Jul 1954. Emplaned Harewood, Christchurch 14 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954. Served as Captain OC C Troop up to Nov 1954. Promoted Captain, 14 Oct 1954. Temporary Major, while employed as OC NZ Reinforcements Training Unit, 25 Nov 1954. Emplaned Japan for RTNZ on Roll No.249. Deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1954. SOS Emergency Force 2 Sep 1955 and reposted to the Regular Force in his RF rank of Lieutenant, 3 Sep 1955. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| COOPER, Sydney James | 206024 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born 21 Feb 1926. Came from Marton? Also served BCOF Japan. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Rolls Vol.16, p.27 as Private with Service No 652337 as a Reinf for Infantry. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Possibly took part in some of the heavy fighting in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Nov 1952. Died Hawera, 2 Oct 1999 aged 73 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COOPER, William Henry | 12902 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Cromwell 18 Feb 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 3 Feb 1949. Ordinary Seaman. After completing initial training in Tamaki was drafted to HMNZS Bellona 19 Sep 1949–10 Feb 1950. Drafted to HMNZS Tutira 11 Feb 1950. Departed NZ on deployment to Korean waters 3 Jul 1950. Lost balance while spreading awnings and fell overboard. Lost at sea, in Taiwan Straits, presumed drowned, 29 Jul 1950 aged 19 years. Could not swim. Discharged Dead 29 Jul 1950. His body was not recovered. A commemorative plaque was erected for Ordinary Seaman Cooper in the United Nations Cemetery, Pusan, in 1962. The Operational Service Medal was presented to his brothers Jim and George Cooper at Parliament, Wellington, Wed 3 Sep 2003. |
| COOTE, Richard Eyre (Dick) | 206010 | 2nd Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born 15 March 1929. Came from Nelson. Officer commissioned under the provisions of the Emergency Forces Act 1950 wef 13 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde with the Korean Main Body and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as Operations Officer 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Wellington 10 May 1952 from Teal flying boat flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. SOS Kayforce 30 Jun 1952 and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to 3rd Infantry Workshop, Burnham, 31 Mar 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Nelson, 3 Jan 2004. |
| COPE, Leslie James | 206461 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/09/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Auckland 13 Jan 1929. Emplaned on Teal flying boat at Wellington 19 Sep 1951 for passage to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 Sep 1951. M/O to NZRTU then to NZ Base HQ for Clerks Course in Singapore 3 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU ex Clerk’s Course Singapore 12 Jul 1952 and M/I 16 Fd Regt 21 Jul 1952. Gunners Feeney, Cope and Skeen were sent on the course together. Emplaned Iwakuni on 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned at Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 25 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Shona McFarlane Retirement Village, Avalon, Lower Hutt 18 Oct 2020 aged 91 years. |
| COPELAND, Kenneth | 204020 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 31/12/2052 | Born Smallthorne, England on 9 Sep 1924. Previous service in RNZN with Service No 6947 from 14 Apr 1943 to 2 Mar 1946. Served mainly in Stone Frigates until drafted to Matai. Advanced to Acting Able Seaman on 14 Apr 1944 but relinquished this rate and reverted to Ordinary Seaman on 22 Dec 1944. Drafted to HMS Drake 25 Feb–15 Jun 1945 and returned through HMS Golden Hind (British shore base in Sydney) and completed his engagement in Philomel on 2 Mar 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Attested in the Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 28 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan on 20 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 29 Oct 1951 and M/I to his new unit on 30 Oct 1951. Served in C Troop. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 24–29 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on furlough via Sydney arriving at Auckland 31 Dec 1952 on Teal flight from Sydney. Did not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 153 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, KWSM and entitled to NZDSM. |
| COPPINS, Brett Raymond (Bill) | 12698 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 31/05/2051 | Born Smarden, Kent, UK, on 22 Mar 1927. Printer's assistant before joining the RN on 12 Feb 1945. Royal Navy Service No CKX739705 from 12 Feb 1945 to 23 Dec 1948. Underwent initial training at Royal Arthur, Duke, followed by short stays at Imperieuse and Pembroke. Drafted to Seaborn a RN Air Service lodger unit in Nova Scotia, then on 28 Nov 1945 to Fife Ness a repair ship of the Beachy Head Class. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class 7 Apr 1946. Returned to the UK and was at Orlando and Roseneath shore stations. Brett Coppins also spent short times in Mull of Galloway and Duncansby Head both repair ships before serving in Tyne also a RN repair ship from 21 Jan–1 Dec 1947. Advanced to SM2 May 1947. Discharged from RN 31 Jan 1948. Enlisted 27 Feb 1949 in the RNZN at Maori, London. Drafted 4 May 1949 to Tutira and sailed from Portsmouth Jul 1949. He remained in this vessel on arrival in NZ. Tutira sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN naval forces in Korean waters and was detailed for escort and patrol duties between Sasebo in Japan and south-west coast of Korea and also shore bombardments. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Drafted to Taupo 28 Aug 1951. Took passage in Taupo as one of the 10 men selected for further advanced training as a Watch Keeper and served on HMS Belfast 10 Oct 1951–20 Jan 1952 (see also Jim Thorpe) in engine room in Korean waters. Served in Korean waters in Taupo but RTNZ in Hawea via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Later served in Tutira, Lachlan, Black Prince where he advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 14 Dec 1953. Served again in Bellona 27 Sep 1954–17 Feb 1955. DEE 26 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Living at Putaruru, Jan 2006. |
| COPSON, Thomas Edward | 14337 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born 24 May 1926. Enlisted in the RN as Boy 1st Class on 25 Oct 1943. He served in Zephyr (destroyer) 28 Aug 1944–6 Jun 1946 which escorted a number of Arctic convoys and was at Copenhagen with other RN ships to accept the surrender of a number of German warships. Advanced to Acting Able Seaman 22 Nov 1944. After the war served in Wild Goose (sloop) in the Persian Gulf 21 Sep 1947–7 Aug 1949, at Highflyer a shore station in Ceylon and in Berry Head a support and repair ship and the minesweeper Bramble. Discharged from the RN 10 Aug 1950. Enlisted in the RNZN (date not confirmed) as an Able Seaman and was drafted to Bellona on arrival in NZ. Served in Philomel, in Hawea briefly and Tamaki before being drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954. Served in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. On RTNZ served in Philomel and in Rotoiti and Black Prince. DEE 19 Oct 1958. WWII medals not known. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CORBETT, Brian Augustus | 206140 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 06/11/2052 | Born Gisborne 3 Apr 1923. Enlisted in the Army on 24 Aug 1942 but TSFD to the RNZAF (with his parent’s consent) on 26 May 1943 and had the Service No 437681. Served overseas 2 Oct 1944 –18 Apr 1945 and then served in Jayforce 8 Mar 1946–12 Jan 1947. Employed as a wine Steward at the Royal Oak Hotel in Wellington. Attested in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. His training for Korea was conducted in Linton and Waiouru Camps. To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal on 1 Dec 1950 soon changed to Bombardier on 1 Jan 1951. NCO i/c Mess Waiters. Advance Party No.1 emplaned 7 Dec 1950 on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. On Tour of Duty to NZ Base HQ 26 Feb–2 Mar 1951. TOD from NZ Base HQ to NZ Det, Kure 20–26 Apr 1951 and again 24 May–3 Jun 1951 returning each time to NZ Base HQ. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 1 Feb 1952 and was TSFD to 6 Convalescent Trg Depot. Discharged to NZ Base HQ 15 Mar 1952. Admitted to C.D.S. Tokyo 1. Apr 1952 and again returned to unit. Went on TOD again to NZ Kayforce Det 30 May–6 Jun 1952. Promoted Sergeant 1 Oct 1952. TSFD to NZ Roll 31 Oct 1952. Approval granted for discharge in Japan, but he did not take this because he had to forego any rights for subsequent return to NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Nov 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 6 Nov 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 336 days. Discharged 13 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CORBETT, Cecil Walter | 338522 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/11/2053 | 13/05/2055 | Born Hamilton on 21 Jun 1930. Cabinet maker then worked in the Westfield Freezing Works. Enlisted in Kayforce on 30 Jun 1953 at Auckland. Posted to RNZASC on 13 Aug 1953. Had some disagreements with military law which were repeated when he arrived in Korea. Emplaned as a Driver on 17 Nov 1953 at Auckland and flew by Teal flying boat to Sydney. Continued by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 28 Nov and entered Korea on 29 Nov 1953. Employed in the Workshop Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 1 Jun 1954 and appointed OA Lance Corporal. Admitted to Brit Com Fd Hosp 23–27 Dec 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ an TSFD to NZ Roll 23 Mar 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 25 Mar 1953. Embarked Kobe 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping for RTNZ. Completed the journey and deplaned Auckland 13 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 7 Jul 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 178 days. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CORBETT, Richard John | 13356 | Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Hastings 3 Aug 1932. Turner before enlistment in the RNZN as Assistant Cook on 8 Jun 1950. After initial training in Tamaki was in Philomel where he advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) 3 Aug 1950. Drafted to Taupo 18 Jan 1951 and was at Westport Mar to Jun during the coal strike. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 8 Apr 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. On 20 Feb 1952 Taupo while patrolling on the east coast spotted some 15 sampans filled with communist troops trying to land on Yang-Do Island which has a small garrison of US and Korean troops. Taupo destroyed 10 of these before she had to withdraw as the communist artillery had the range and started to straddle the ship. RTNZ 2 Oct 1952 and was drafted to Philomel 26 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) 23 Apr 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 4 Oct 1954 and reverted to Cook (Seamen). Advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) 1 Mar 1956. Drafted to Royalist 26 Mar 1957 and sailed from NZ on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. On RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 he competed his time in Philomel. DEE 3 Oct 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| CORBETT, William Dolman | 211272 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/11/2053 | 09/12/2055 | Born Glasgow, Scotland on 30 Mar 1928. Previously served in the Merchant Navy. Employed as a linesman by the Wellington City Council prior to attestation in Kayforce on 1 Jul 1953. Trained for Korea in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in Waiouru. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 and on Solent flying boat to Sydney then by Qantas via New Guinea and Guam to deplane Iwakuni. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Dec 1953 and entered Korea 29 Nov 1953. M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 4 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZ Sigs the RNZA on 24 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 16 Jul 1954 and to Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 15 Aug 1958. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU on 21 Oct 1954 then posted to Brit Com Salvage and Disposal Unit. TSFD from RNZA back to RNZ Sigs 9 Dec 1954 but was still employed in Brit Com Disposals Unit. Promoted Corporal 24 Jan 1955. Granted a six-months extension dating from 21 May 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney on 9 Dec 1955. Served overseas two years and 22 days. Discharged 22 Feb 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.590 was sent on 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Wellington. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZGSM (K). Died Palmerston North on 29 Sep 1976 aged 48 years. |
| CORCORAN, John Edwin | 11767 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Greymouth 14 Mar 1928. Was a farm labourer before joining the RNZN on 28 Jan 1948 as an Assistant Cook. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 28 Nov 1948. Drafted to Pukaki 22 Feb 1949–3 Mar 1950. Returned to Philomel until drafted to Bellona 29 Apr–13 Jun 1950. From 11 Jul 1950 to 24 Mar 1952 he appears to have been at Waiouru. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) in Philomel 2 Apr 1952. Drafted to Hawea as Leading Cook (Seamen) 8 Jul 1952 and left in that ship to serve in Korean waters 4 Aug 1952–29 Aug 1953. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. On RTNZ he remained in Hawea until 3 Nov 1953. 4 Nov 1953 drafted to Bellona again until 13 Jan 1954. DEE 21 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM Stoker Mechanic and KWSM. |
| CORCORAN, Lawrence | 208295 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Cordownan, County Cavan, Ireland on 21 Nov 1922. Miner, State Mines Ohai, Southland. Enlisted in Kayforce at Invercargill. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked on the Wahine at Wellington, which ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning 27 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 6 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 10 Oct 1951. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hospital Kure in Apr and again in May 1952. Posted from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ 28 Aug 1952 and attached FAP to Brit Com Z Sigs Sqn the same day. On TOD to Signals Detachment Sub Area at Pusan 4 Nov 1952 to 9 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 257 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1954. Joined Regular Force. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CORDWELL, Ronald Frank | 12856 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 15 May 1931. Dairy farmer before he enlisted 1 Dec 1947 in the RNZN as Stoker. Initial training conducted in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 3 Sep 1949 and like many of his fellows of the time did his first sea service in that ship. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 10 Jun 1950. In Philomel again 5 Sep–22 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. Relieved Hawea at Sasebo 2 Feb 1952. Mainly involved in patrolling and escort duties on the west coast. Came under heavy fire from communist artillery while at anchor in the Han River estuary while providing gunfire support but was able to withdraw without casualties. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. In Tamaki again 15 Aug 1953–16 Jul 1954. Drafted to Kiwi 17 Jul 1954. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. DEE 15 May 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei 29 Mar 2015 aged 83 years. |
| CORLETT, Leslie Stuart | 206067 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 15/06/2051 | 04/02/2053 | Born Masterton on 12 Jan 1928. Joiner at Masterton. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Initially was to have embarked on SS Ormonde but was admitted to hospital and on discharge was granted 7 days leave without pay. Charged for being in bed 20 minutes after reveille and was fined two shillings and sixpence. Went to Korea with 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 8–14 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep and disembarked Pusan and entered Korea 12 Sep 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Field Engineer. Attached FAP to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) 8 Apr 1952–19 Jan 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Jul 1952, to Temporary Corporal 1 Nov 1952 and to Corporal 27 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 236 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Died Levin 8 Dec 1991 aged 63 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CORMACK, Richard Louis | 15349 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 22 Aug 1939. Enlisted 17 Mar 1955 in RNZN as Boy 2nd Class. Advanced to Boy 1st Class then Junior Seaman. In Philomel 24 Feb 1956. Drafted to Hawea 11 Apr 1956. RUN 28 Apr 1956. Apprehended and returned to Hawea 21 May 1956. In Philomel 31 Aug 1956 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 22 Feb 1957. Drafted to Royalist 18 Apr 1957. HMNZS Royalist sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. Advanced to Able Seaman 22 Apr 1958. RTNX4 Jul 1958. Drafted to Black Prince 8 Nov 1958–6 Feb 1959. Returned to Royalist 7 Feb 1959. RUN 16 Oct 1959. Returned to Royalist 8 Jan 1960. RUN 11 Mar 1960. Had short terms in other vessels alternating with Philomel. Served in Santon and Taranaki operating from Singapore but does not appear to have gained enough service afloat to qualify for GSM 1962 medal. Discharged by Purchase 12 Jul 1967. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CORNER, Patrick Gordon | 203515 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Previous service in Army. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. RNZASC motor cyclist attached to 161 Bty. M/I 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP from 16 Fd Regt 31 Mar 1952. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned Auckland on 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CORNWALL, Ernest Edward | 206621 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Ohura, Taranaki 31 Jan 1927. Enlisted 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked Sasebo for Sea trip to Korea. Entered Korea 24 Mar 1952. Attended cooking course and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb for minor illness. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 270 days. SOS Kayforce 4 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taradale, 28 Nov 2005 aged 78 years. |
| CORRIN, Victor Mervyn | 11088 | Leading Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Whangarei 10 May 1930. Employed in a warehouse before joining the RNZN 15 Nov 1945 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 23 May 1946. Served in Achilles 16 Jul–8 Sep 1946 followed by Gambia 9 Sep 1946–24 Nov 1947. His next ship was Bellona 2 Feb 1948 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 10 May 1948 and to Able Seaman 10 Nov 1948. In Philomel and 28 Jan 1949 and changed trade to Probationary Radio Electricians Mate with seniority being backdated then to Acting Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class. Returned to Bellona as Acting Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class 17 Sep 1949 and advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class 17 Dec 1949. At Waiouru / Irirangi 30 Oct 1950–22 Feb 1952. Advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 7 Jun 1951. At HMAS Cerberus 23 Feb–22 Dec 1952 and advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate while on the course. On RTNZ was in Philomel and Irirangi until drafted to Pukaki 30 Jun 1953. Sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters to monitor the Korean Armistice. Advanced to Acting Radio Electrician (Local) and then to Acting Radio Electrician 25 May 1954. On RTNZ served out his engagement in Philomel. DEE 7 Dec 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| CORSON, Richard Neville | 13949 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Invercargill 17 Aug 1936. Enlisted in the RNZN 27 Sep 1951 as Boy 2nd Class. Like many others he underwent his initial training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 3 Apr 1952. His first sea service was in Bellona 30 May 1952 to 11 Jan 1953. His was followed by service in Black Prince 12 Jan 1953 to 1 Aug 1954. He was serving in Philomel when he advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 2 Aug 1954. Drafted to Bellona 5 May 1955 and advanced to Able Seaman 17 May 1955. Sent to HMAS Cerberus for additional training 27 Mar–22 Jun 1956. On RTNZ he remained in Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 15 Jul 1956. Drafted to Royalist on 6 Apr 1957 with the rate of Acting Leading Seaman. This deployment saw Royalist leave NZ 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Acting Leading Seaman Corson was disrated to Able Seaman 8 Mar 1958 and off loaded at HMS Terror at Singapore 16 Mar 1958. He remained there until HMNZS Kaniere arrived and he was taken on as a crewman on that vessel and RTNZ in that ship and remained in Philomel until 18 Jan 1959. His final sea service was in Kaniere 4 May 1959–28 Mar 1960. Discharged as Acting Leading Seaman on 22 Apr 1960 BNPS. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| COSGRAVE, Bryan Desmond Patrick | 14202 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hastings, 13 Dec 1934. Spray painter before joining the RNZN. Enlisted in the RNZN 7 May 1952 and was granted the rating of Ordinary Seaman. After basic training in Tamaki was drafted to Black Prince for his first sea service and where he advanced to Able Seaman, followed by service in Bellona. Attended a course at HMAS Rushcutter, a radar and anti-submarine training school, May to Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 28 Dec 1955 and sailed from NZ 1 Apr 1956 to serve in Korean waters mainly on the west coast to monitor the Armistice. RTNZ 8 May 1957. Attended another course in Australia at HMAS Watson and on RTNZ was drafted to HMNZS Kaniere again. DEE 12 Dec 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZ DSM. Living in Western Australia in 1999. |
| COSGRAVE, Terrence Neville | 13226 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Whangarei 14 Sep 1933. Was a grocer’s assistant before he entered the RNZN on 2 Feb 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class on a six-year engagement from the time he turned 18 years old. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel and was then drafted to Bellona 19 Jan–26 Jun 1951. Drafted to Kaniere 27 Jun 1951 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 1 Apr 1951 (backdated). Drafted to Rotoiti 5 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Able Seaman 14 Jun 1952. In Philomel 1 Aug 1953 and was upgraded to Gun Layer 3rd Class. He then served in Bellona, Black Prince, Royalist and Tamaki. DEE 13 Sep 1957. Living in Torquay, Devon UK) in Aug 1960. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COSGROVE, Gerard Gordon (Slim) | 208807 | Driver | Div Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 28/10/2053 | Attested during Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to Div Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Dec 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Timaru. Died Timaru, 25 Nov 2006 aged 77 years. |
| COSSEBOOM, Albert Colin | 204424 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/08/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Auckland on 21 Sep 1930. Truck driver for McCarten Bros., Onehunga, Auckland. Attested 17 Apr 1952 in Kayforce at Papakura Camp His training for Korea was conducted in Papakura and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) to deplane Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 24 Aug and entered Korea on 28 Aug 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Aug 1953 promoted Lance Corporal 27 Nov 1953. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ on 17 Feb 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Kobe, Japan 24-Mar-1954 on SS Changsha for return to Sydney and completed the journey to deplane Auckland 24 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas for one year 250 days. SOS Kayforce 24 Jun 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Employed as a house painter until he joined the NZ Regular Force on 18 May 1959 and was discharged at his own request on 18 Sep 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COSSON, Reece Edwin | 203927 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/10/2051 | Born about 1929. Came from Te Puke. Employed by NZ Railways at Frankton Junction. Entered Waiouru Camp 8 Sep 1950 to train for service in Korea. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Medically evacuated to NZ as a ‘cot case’ departing from Japan 22 Oct 1951. Arrived NZ about 26 Oct 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Te Puke. Discharged 3 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.595 was sent 13 Feb 1957 to an address in Te Puke. Died 21 May 1960. Entitled to NSOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COSTELLO, Allan William Thomas (Lou) | 208415 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 14/11/2053 | Born Dunedin 15 May 1927. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce replacement in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt late Mar 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 12 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Nov 1954 from Teal ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 231 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jan 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.596 was sent 13 Feb 1957 to his given address in Ngaruawahia. Joined Regular Force, RNZA, 6 Feb 1961. Later Lance Bombardier. Discharged 20 Feb 1966. Died 4 Jan 1999 aged 71 years. Also awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COSTELLO, John Desmond (Lou) | 206668 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ | RNZE | 19/04/2052 | 07/11/2053 | Born Napier on 13 Jul 1930. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Motor Mechanic. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flying boat flight to Sydney and thereon by civil air via Darwin and Manila and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Posted from Reinforcement Training Unit to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment, RNZEME, 26 Apr 1952. TSFD to RNZE on 15 Mar 1953 and posted to NZ Base HQ unit and then attached to 28 Fd Engineer Regt RE. Injured knee playing football in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Nov 1953 for RTNZ by Qantas civil air flight via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney and continued by air to deplane Auckland 7 Nov 1953 from Teal flying boat. Served overseas 275 days. Medically downgraded 29 Oct 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Died Napier 29 Dec 2011 aged 81 years. Also awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COSTELLO, Reginald Murray | 206141 | Craftsman | LAD RNZEME | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 10/09/2051 | Born Dunedin on 25 Nov 1926. Motor Parts storeman for Todd Motors, Wellington. Came from Timaru. Previous service in RNZAF. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and entered camp the same day. His training for Korea was conducted in Waiouru and Trentham Camps where he spent time in the Armament & General Workshop. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Disembarked Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Employed in the 16 Fd Regt LAD. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp on 19 May–8 Jun 1951 TSFD to NZ Roll 24 Aug 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ (medical) and disembarked from the RMA Aorangi in New Zealand on 10 Sep 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Wellington. Discharged 10 Oct 1951. He later enlisted in the RF on 8 Jun 1960. Emplaned RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai 26 Apr 1962 and deplaned Singapore 28 Apr 1961. Attached FAP HQ NZ Army Force on deplanement. Taken on Strength 2 NZ Regt on 30 Apr 1961 and served in Malaya as an RNZASC driver in the Battalion, based in Sobraon Camp, Taiping. RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai on 12 Nov 1961. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (M), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COSTER, David Wibley | 211040 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Whanganui on 6 Apr 1929. He was a bushman employed by Patea Timber Co, before he was attested in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Waverley on 3 Dec 1952. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Waiouru. Posted to RNZ Sigs on 29 Jan 1953 posted to Active Service on 3 Mar 1953. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and to Japan by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea on 23 Apr 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 24 Apr 1953. Worked mainly in RHQ 16 Fd Regt. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ, ceased to be attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Sep 1954. RTNZ by boat from Pusan to Japan and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 28 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Oct 1954 and travelled by RNZAF Hastings from Iwakuni, via Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to Auckland deplaning on 19 Oct 1953. Served overseas one year 195 days. Discharged 2 Dec 1954. Died Dunedin, 8 Jun 2007 aged 78 years. Name Listed in RSA Review as Whibley. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| COSTER, Leslie Mitchell (Old Bill) | 208128 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Dunedin on 29 Nov 1928. Enlisted in the Army in Mar 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine which ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew onto Japan by Qantas. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and served in H Troop. He was a driver and signalman and was located mainly in the Imjin river area occupied by NZ Kayforce. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. This journey had its own dangers as the aircraft was struck by lightning and it started a fire in one of the engines. They were able to arrive safely at Guam but had to wait a day and a half for a new engine to be sent from Australia. Travelled from Australia to NZ by Teal flying boat and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Dunedin in 2004. Died Dunedin 8 Jun 2007 aged 78 years. |
| COTTER, Maurice Clifford | 206737 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Wellington 23 Nov 1926. Registered electrical fitter employed by National Mutual Life Assurance Co Wellington. Enlisted at Linton 17 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Linton and at Waiouru. Emplaned Wellington 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. M/O 16 Fd Regt 8 Nov 1952 to NZ Base Camp, Hiro on way to attend a Clerks Course at RASC School in Singapore. TSFD to X(v) List 13 Nov 1952. Returned to NZ Base HQ, Hiro 2 Feb 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and M/I 9 Feb 1953 from NZ Base HQ. He later wrote he was employed. “…as an artillery signaller and in the RHQ survey team.” This does not appear to match with the work he would have been doing as a clerk. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base and TSFD to the NZ Roll 2 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Attached FAP Area 5 Wellington on deplanement, Area 5 to arrange X-Ray. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Later became a Primary School teacher. Enlisted in the Regular Air Force as a cadet pilot on 25 Aug 1956 and appointed to a commission in the rank of acting pilot officer but this was cancelled 25 Feb 1957 and he was discharged. Died Lower Hutt, 20 Oct 1999 aged 73 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COTTERILL, Frederick John | 14896 | Junior Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Levin 12 Mar 1937. Enlisted in RNZN 17 Sep 1953 in the rating of Junior Stoker 2nd Class. His first sea service was in Bellona for some three months in 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 to Sep 1955 sailing from Devonport 19 Jul 1954 for service during the latter part of the Korean war (after the armistice). Promoted Junior Stoker 1st Class 23 Feb 1954 and to Stoker 12 Sep 1954 about the time the ship was in Malaysian waters. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Promoted Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 12 Jun 1955 and remained with that ship until 22 Jan 1956. He also served on Operation Grapple during 1957 in Rotoiti and HMS Warrior. Also served in Malaysian waters in Royalist as Acting Leading Mechanic (Engineer) Jun 1957 to Jul 1958. Later served in Endeavour and Black Prince. Discharged in the rate of Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic (Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic) 11 Mar 1963 Engagement Expired. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM and PJM for service in Royalist 1957–58. Living in Paraparaumu 2006. Died at his home in Levin 4 May 2008, aged 71 years. |
| COTTLE, Colin Edward | 206462 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born 17 Sep 1929. Came from Taita, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. She ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. And flown to Japan. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 62 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 on Qantas for RTNZ via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jun 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.602 was sent on 29 Feb 1957 to his given address in Taita, Wellington. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. May be related to 206142 COTTLE, Malcolm Charles. |
| COTTLE, Malcolm Charles | 206142 | Sergeant | NZ Base HQ Dent Sec | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/07/2052 | Enlisted in Kayforce Main Body 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Located at NZ Base HQ Dent Section as a dental technician but may have been sent on TOD to various units for dental health check-ups. Promoted Staff Sergeant prior to RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning from Teal flight from Sydney at Wellington at 7.30am on 30 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 24 Sep 1952. Initially returned to Taita. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. May be related to 206462 COTTLE, Colin Edward. |
| COTTLE, Thomas James (Tom) | 206233 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Levin 29 May 1925. Civil trade carpenter. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. His training for Korea was conducted in Linton and Waiouru Camps. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950 and to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt from Pusan to north of Seoul. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU 20 Oct 1951 and M/I to the new unit on 1 Nov 1951. M/I to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU and TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni on 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ by air via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney and M/I Area 5 Wellington on deplanement. Area 5 to arrange ear specialist examination at Wellington Hospital. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce on 6 Oct 1952. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.604 issued on 20 Feb 1957 and sent to his given address Masterton. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Tom was also awarded the Republic of Korea Presidential Citation issued on 4 Jul 2011. Died Radius Potter Home, Whangarei 17 May 2018 aged 93 years. |
| COTTON, Douglas Ormond | 14300 | Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Christchurch 27 Sep 1927. Plumber by trade. Entered the RNZN on 22 Sep 1952 in the rate of Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class (Coppersmith). Initial sea service was in Black Prince an 'improved Dido Class' light cruiser. Drafted to Pukaki 25 Feb 1955 and served in Korean and Malaysian waters as evidenced by a letter from his wife to the Naval Paymaster. The time in Korean waters was between Aug 1955 and Jul 1956. Later served in Black Prince again, in Royalist, in Rotoiti as Engine Room Artificer 1st Class and again in Royalist during the second commission. Royalist sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and served in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. Engine Room Artificer Cotton went to the UK and was part of the crew manning Waikato on its delivery voyage to New Zealand. Later served in Blackpool and Kiama. Reverted to MEA2 (Mechanical Engineer Artificer 2nd Class?) on 3 Dec 1970. Became more organised and reduced his problems and drinking. Discharged as MEA2 to Retiring Allowance 21 Sep 1972. Possibly entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Died Kaikohe 7 Aug 1985 aged 57 years. |
| COTTRELL, Roger Owen | 569114 | Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Cheviot, Canterbury 14 Sep 1934. Educated at Christ’s College, Christchurch. Employed as a Junior Industrial Chemist for Swift (NZ) Co, Ltd, Wairoa. Entered the RNZN 21 May 1953 as an Electricians Mate Class 2 (Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class). After initial training in Tamaki was sent to HMAS Cerberus for further training in his trade. 1 Jul–22 Dec 1953. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 21 May 1954. Drafted to Bellona 22 Dec 1953–23 Apr 1954 then to Black Prince 23 Apr 1954–21 Sep 1955. Also served in Kaniere 22 Sep–4 Nov 1955. Served in Tamaki 4 Nov 1955–28 May 1956. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 15 Apr 1956. Served briefly in Black Prince again and returned to HMAS Cerberus 12 Jul 1956–14 Apr 1957 for further specialist training. Advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician 15 Apr 1957. He and four other RNZN personnel were advised by RNZN Liaison Officer, Melbourne, they were nominated for service in Royalist in May 1957. On RTNZ served in Philomel briefly before being drafted on 17 May 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland, Auckland, on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to Asia. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in Royalist until 3 Sep 1958. Served in the Electrical Division. Drafted to Black Prince 3 Sep–14 Nov 1958 and once more served in Royalist 14 Nov 1958–16 Sep 1959. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electricians Mate 21 May 1959. Sent to the UK in Jan 1960 to attend specialist course in HMS Collingwood. He and his wife returned to NZ in RMS Ruahine which sailed from London on 22 Sep 1961. Advanced to Electrician Engineer Mechanic 3rd Class 15 Sep 1961 and to Electricians Mate 2nd Class the next day. Served in Philomel briefly and was drafted to Otago 21 Nov 1961–28 May 1962. Advanced to Electrician Engineer Mechanic 1st Class 16 Sep 1962. He again returned to Royalist from 28 May 1952–4 Jul 1966 apart from two months in Philomel Oct–Dec 1964. Acting Sub-Lieutenant 18 Jul 1966. He was sent back to the UK, 23 Jan 1967 and to HMS Collingwood 13 Feb–31 Jul 1967 for further higher-level training. Back in NZ he was appointed as the Acting Weapons Engineering Officer in Otago 22 Aug 1967–18 Aug 1968. He advanced to Lieutenant and applied for premature release from the RNZN. Released from the RNZN as a Lieutenant (Control Engineering). Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| COULING, Peter James | 11512 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Geraldine 11 Apr 1929. Entered the RNZN on 15 May 1947 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and HMNZS Philomel. His first sea service was in Bellona 1948. Drafted to Pukaki 3 Jul 1950–22 Dec 1950. Left NZ 3 Jul 1950 in Pukaki to join the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Promoted Acting Leading Seaman 14 Sep 1950. Satisfied the requirements for suitability for promotion from the lower deck to a permanent commission in the RNZN. Underwent training in the UK, 2 May 1951–8 May 1953 at Pembroke, Swiftsure, Victory and Britannia. Advanced to Leading Seaman at Dryad while in the UK. However was not commissioned. On RTNZ drafted to Black Prince 9 May–29 Sep 1953. Was in Philomel 30 Sep 1953 to 14 Jun 1956. Advanced to Petty Officer 15 Jan 1955. Later served in Hawea and Rotoiti. DEE 30 Apr 1958. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Retained on the RNZ Fleet Reserve until 11 Apr 1969. Died at home in Carterton on 16 May 2020 aged 81 years. |
| COULTER, Donald McBeath | 206738 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/04/2052 | 03/03/2054 | Born Geraldine 29 Dec 1928. Cadet in Air Training Corps. Civil Servant in Customs Department. Attested 17 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 12 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan, deplaned Iwakuni 22 Apr 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Embarked Sasebo and disembarked Korea 26 Apr 1952. M/I 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 23 Jun 1952 and to Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 15 Aug 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 9 Nov 1952 and M/I on 11 Nov 1952. This was repeated on the same dates a year later. Promoted Corporal 15 Nov 1952. M/O to 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA to NZ Base HQ 23 Nov 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 18 Dec 1952 and to Sergeant 17 Mar 1953. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). “In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30th June 1953.” (No detail about award of MID.) M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 27 Nov 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 12 Jan–2 Feb 1954 (Infective Hepatitis). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ with 14 days leave in Australia and in Tasmania on the way back to NZ. Deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 319 days. Discharged 25 Apr 1954. Died Tauranga, 21 Mar 1999 aged 70 years. |
| COULTHARD, Alexander Charles | 14501 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Mamaku near Rotorua 21 Dec 1927. Was a truck driver before enlisting in the RNZN on 31 Jul 1952 as a Stoker. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and then Philomel. Drafted to Black Prince 3 Mar–20 Nov 1953. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic in Philomel 21 Nov 1953. Also served in Kiwi 18 Jan 1955 to 9 Mar 1956 with a short break in Philomel 4–22 May 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955 while in Kiwi. Drafted 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ served at Ngaponga 29 Sep 1959–24 Jul 1960 a reserve unit which was later established at the Port of Tauranga. DEE 30 Jul 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| COUMBE, Eric Edwin | 816971 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/04/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Waimate on 17 Jul 1931. Schoolteacher from Nelson. Emplaned Wellington 23 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. M/O from NZRTU to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 29 Apr 1953. (Ros Part II M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving at Auckland on 13 Jan 1955. Discharged 27 Feb 1955 and posted to TF unit. Later published a novel The Cold Moon of Spring in 1965 about a fictional character called Charlie Brough who was part of “K-Force”, the New Zealand contribution to the Korean War. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taradale, Napier 12 May 2021 aged 90 years. |
| COUPAR, Stewart Bruce | 203701 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Bluff on 23 Jul 1927. Labourer for NZ Fertilizers, then became a slaughterman. Photographed on the wharf at Wellington prior to embarkation. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. At Pusan 10 Jan 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, Light Aid Detachment to maintain the regimental vehicles. Played fullback in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. Was then at the NZ Base Camp, Hiro, Japan from 25 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 146 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Oct 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt 13 Dec 1993 aged 66 years. |
| COUPER, Brian Terrance | 300063 | Driver | ? | RNZASC | 29/12/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Former TF soldier. Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 2 Jan 1954. Unit not known. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas 331 days. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| COURTNEY, Alfred Earle | 204034 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born on Whangarei on 14 Jun 1929. Labourer and driver at Westfield Freezing Works, Auckland. Enlisted 12 Jun 1950 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 Wellington on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Sheh ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flown from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1951. Entered Korea 29 Oct 1951 and employed as a Signalman-driver in C Troop. Admitted to 25 Fd Amb 13 May 1952 then TSFD to American MASH and discharged direct to unit on 13 May 1952. Admitted to 37 Canadian Fd Amb 26 Nov 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged to unit on 3 Dec 1952. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Unit to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 19 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland on 13 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned 13 May 1953. Served overseas one year 285 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1953. Died in Auckland on 6 Jan 1991. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM but have not been claimed. |
| COURTNEY, Darcey Peter Leo | 204394 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 18/02/2054 | Born Whitianga 28 May 1928. Tractor driver for L. Bedford Remuera, Auckland. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards to Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. To be Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Oct 1953 while holding appointment of NCO Mechanic i/c Bulldozers. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15–16 Dec 1953. Promoted Lance Bombardier 23 Dec 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15 Jan 1954 and discharged 4 Feb to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 16 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 262 days. Discharged 21 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force, attested in NZ SAS Squadron 7 Jun but was discharged at own request on payment 25 Sep 1955. Died Levin, 30 Jul 1995 aged 67 years. Buried in the New RSA Lawn Plot, Levin. |
| COURTNEY, Ivo Martin | 203865 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Ivo Courtney was a farmhand and came from Kara, Whangarei. Sailed from NZ on the Orion on 5 Jan 1940 as a member of the First Echelon. He is listed as a Private (3108) in 18 (Auckland) Bn 2 NZEF in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.1 p.42. He served in Greece (Servia pass and escaped from Greece at Porto Rafti) area, Crete and Syria and the Western Desert. RTNZ on leave then went back to Italy leaving NZ between 1 Apr–31 Dec 1944 (2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.14, p.22. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star (‘8th Army’ clasp), Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Signalman, Field Regiment. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by BCPA charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane Auckland 24 May 1952 in the rank of Corporal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1952. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| COUTTS, John Douglas McIntosh (Doug) | 206143 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Born Wellington 19 Feb 1929. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and served in 162 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Sydney, Australia Deplaned 6 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 268 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Nov 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.610 was sent to an address in Khandallah 20 Feb 1957. Lived at Paraparaumu. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Wellington Hospital, 26 Mar 2005 aged 75 years. |
| COUZENS, Thomas | 33162 | Temporary Sergeant | Attached 1 RTR | RNZAC | 09/06/2052 | 26/11/2054 | Attended Christ's College, Christchurch. (Christ’s College, School List 7th Edition, 1966) Regular Force Cadet 1949. Posted to RNZAC upon graduation from Regular Force Cadets. Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 9 Jun 1952 on Teal flying boat to Sydney, then flew by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 12 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant, commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, on 23 Jun 1953. Attached to 5th Dragoon Guards and 1st Royal Tank Regiment. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and deplaned Harewood, Christchurch, 26 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Emergency Force 24 Mar 1955 and reposted to the Regular Force 25 Mar 1955. Was with Sir Edmund Hillary's expedition in Antarctica but died as a result of a Snowcat falling into a crevasse Beard More Glacier, Cape Selbourne, Antarctica on 19 Nov 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. A plaque remembering Lieutenant Tom Couzens with three others who were killed while working in Antarctica lies beneath the flagpole at Scot Base. |
| COWAN, Allan James | 208569 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born during 1930. Came from Ross, Westland. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sidney. Completed the journey to Japan by Qantas or BCPA deplaning Japan 2 Jul 1952. M/I NZ Reinforcement Training Unit on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battery not known. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Kobe, Japan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Kobe 27 Feb 1954 on SS Chang Te for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 29 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 2 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 2 May 2007 aged 77 years |
| COWAN, Cyril | 204395 | Gunner | Kayforce HQ Detachment | RNZA | 07/07/2052 | 20/11/2054 | Ex Territorial Force soldier. Enlisted as a Kayforce replacement (2nd Flight). Sent from Korea to attend a Clerk's Course at RASC School, Singapore from 6 Oct–12 Nov 1952. At completion of course he returned to Kayforce HQ in Korea. RTNZ 8 Dec 1953 and re-embarked for Korea 10 Feb 1954. M/O from NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ and arrived in NZ on 20 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also qualified for GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ (Army 248/3/8 dated 30 Mar 1953) having attended a Clerk's Course at RASC School, Singapore. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Feb 1955. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| COWAN, James Sydney | 203702 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Enlisted in Kayforce Main Body during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. He first served in the Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool. M/O NZRTU and M/I to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served from Pusan to North of Seoul. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the N Z Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 28 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 22 Sep 1952. Died Auckland, 9 Oct 1994. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COWIE, Allan Campbell | 920494 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 30/12/2053 | 05/05/2055 | Born Wilton on 2 May 1932. He was employed as a panel beater in Milton and completed two and a half years in 5 Coy RNZASC before he was attested in Kayforce on 28 Jul 1953. Posted to RNZASC 11 Aug 1953. After training in Burnham for Korea he emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and onwards by air to Japan to deplane Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 9 Jan 1954 entered Korea the next day and M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 12 Jan 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian F.D.S 12–20 May 1954. Served in 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy from 3 Jul 1954 to 15 Apr 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ 15 Apr 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll, M/I NZ Base HQ on 17 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney. Completed his RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 5 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 127 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1955 and reposted to his previous Territorial Force unit. Died 21 Sep 1998 aged 66 years. His family later received the NZOSM on 31 Jul 2002. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| COWIE, Joseph Henry | 12732 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 08/03/2052 | Born Buckie, Banffshire (now Moray) Scotland, 15 May 1931. He was an assistant storekeeper in the N aval Dockyard. Enlisted in the RN 25 Apr 1945 as an Assistant Cook at Royal Arthur and served at a small number of shore stations before being drafted to Newfoundland (cruiser) on 24 Jan 1946 as Cook (Seamen). This ship was being used as a training vessel particularly for Stokers. He next served at Sultan, Glory and Victory. Discharged from the RN 11 May 1947. Enlisted 21 Mar 1949 in the RNZN at Maori, London as Cook (Seamen). For one month he was on Tutira 4 May–5 Jun 1949 and was then TSFD to Rotoiti and was a crew member that sailed the ship to NZ. On arrival in NZ he stayed with Rotoiti until 9 Sep 1951. Drafted to Hawea 10 Sep 1951 but as this ship was in Korean waters it is presumed that he was either flown to Japan or took passage in Taupo to join his new ship. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. On arrival back in NZ he served in Philomel for the last two years of his service. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) 21 Aug 1952–19 Mar 1955 but was Cook (Seamen) on the day he was discharged. DEE 20 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COWLIN, Donald McKenzie | 818731 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/04/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Christchurch on 30 Jun 1930. He was employed as an upholsterer for J.W. Thomas, Christchurch. Attested 11 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC on 20 Jan 1953 while training in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Apr 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 May 1953. Entered Korea on 4 May 1953 and M/I to his unit the same day. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ to attend a Cooking Course 24 Jul–5 Nov 1953. His Non-Tradesmen Cooking report is interesting as it is one of very few found in Kayforce Files. Examples: Vienna Steaks 17/ 20 V Good Shape and Flavour; Fondante Potatoes 7/10 Good; Creamed Potatoes 6/10 Lumpy. His total score was 209/300 and he was noted as clean, tidy, intelligent and with more experience will be a good Cook. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 3 Jul 1954 and was discharged from Brit Com Comm Z Medical unit on 22 Jul 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Sydney to deplane Harewood (Flight 8), Christchurch, 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 219 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’: reserve. Died Christchurch on 28 Apr 1995 aged 64 years. |
| COWLING, Errol John | 15386 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Palmerston North 26 Jul 1939. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 19 May 1955. Trained in Philomel and Tamaki, where he advanced to Boy 1st Class and then to Junior Seaman. Drafted 11 Apr 1956 to Hawea for his first sea service. He returned to Philomel 31 Aug 1956 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 26 Jan 1957. Drafted to Royalist 6 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 26 Mar 1958 while at sea. While on this ship he was known for his “…excellent influence the Mess decks; reliable, clean and smart. His experience as Locker man and his practical work indicate sound seamanship.” On RTNZ he was drafted to Irirangi 23 Sep 1958 to 17 Aug 1960 and returned to Royalist 18 Aug 1950. He remained in that ship until 6 Jan 1963. Served in Philomel for a period before he was drafted to Rotoiti 26 Mar 1963–7 Feb 1965. DEE 25 Jul 1965 as an Able Seaman. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| COX, Gerard Maurice | 13366 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Timaru 24 Sep 1934. Enlisted 15 Jun 1950 in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class. Initial sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Taupo 9 Aug 1951 and departed for Korean waters on 29 Aug 1951 as a Boy 1st Class. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Promoted Ordinary Signalman 24 Mar 1952. On RTNZ was drafted to Philomel from Jan to Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served at Irirangi for 10 months before going back to sea in Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 to 5 Jan 1956. Kaniere served in the Far East during this period. Drafted to Royalist Apr 1957 and left NZ 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters during the second commission of the ship. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Later served in Lachlan. Was a RNZN representative at the unveiling of the Athens Memorial in Greece in 1961. Discharged 24 Sep 1965. Died Timaru, 30 Jan 2006. At the time of his death his medals had been unclaimed. He was eligible for the NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and was Entitled to NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| COX, Leo James | 204061 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Matamata 8 Feb 1928. Welder for Waikato Engineers Frankton Junction, Hamilton. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in the Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (Detail on the Expansion Force is in the Introduction.) After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Emplaned Darwin 11pm 5 Sep 1951 and flown from there to deplane Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to this unit 10 Sep 1951. Committed some disciplinary breaches. One was driving a vehicle without having a shirt on. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 27 Feb 1953 and M/I to 2 Mar 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Apr 1953 and CTBA 3 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one hear 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was sent 20 Feb 1957 to his address in Te Aroha but was returned to Base Records where it remains. Died Riccarton, Christchurch 25 Nov 2002 aged 74 years. |
| COX, Ronald | 12782 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Crumlin, Monmouthshire, Scotland 19 Dec 1924. He was a lorry drivers mate before joining the RN on 3 Mar 1943 as an Ordinary Seaman. Issued the Service Number D/JX421829. His first station was Raleigh 3 Mar–10 May 1943 followed by Defiance. Drafted to Dolphin, Ambrose and Cyclops all involved with the RN Submarine service up to 2 Mar 1944. Advanced to Able Seaman at Dolphin 3 Mar 1944. Drafted to Sportsman an S-class submarine which was based at Ambrose then Dolphin and Cyclops. In Oct Sportsman went to St Johns, Canada then to US Navy Yard at Philadelphia for a refit. Returned to the UK, 23 Apr 1945. Sportsman was then to have been sent to the Far East to take part in the war against Japan but that was cancelled and was then reduced to reserve at Harwich 20 Dec 1945. Discharged 4 Sep 1946. WWII Medals not known. Enlisted 29 May 1949 in the RNZN at Maori, in London with the rate of Able Seaman. Drafted to Lachlan 29 Jul 1949 and was a member of the crew that sailed this ship to NZ. In Philomel 27 Jul 1950–17 Jan 1951. Drafted to Kaniere 18 Jan 1951 to Philomel 21 Nov 1951 and back to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953. This ship was deployed to Korea and left NZ 2 Mar 1953. On arrival in theatre was mainly involved on patrolling and gunfire support including providing cover for a minesweeping operation and evacuating South Korea guerrillas from Chodo Island and other South Korean's from offshore islands north if the 38th Parallel. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 but stayed with his ship until 6 May 1954. DEE 28 May 1954. Awarded Korea medal and UN Korea Medal and later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COX, Wilson Owen | 208254 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Born Timaru 10 Jul 1928. He was a shepherd for Mr P.K. Keddel, Albury, Timaru. Attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea and disembarked Korea 12 Apr 1952 and M/I to 17 Fd Regt the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Aug 1952 and appointed Technical Assistant NCO, to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 4 Sep 1952 and appointed Troop Technical Assistant. He was the promoted to Bombardier and appointed Troop Sergeant. Promoted, Temporary Sergeant 2 Nov 1952 and to Sergeant 13 May 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 3 Oct 1953, TSFD to the NZ Roll and M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Oct. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ via Port Moresby to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 20 Jan 1954. Died peacefully at home, Christchurch, 22 Mar 1995 aged 66 years. His family were later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| COYLE, Davey Hamilton | 203675 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Previous service in BCOF Japan (813682, Private., 3 Battalion, Farm hand enlisted at Hamilton). Next of kin, Mrs M. Coyle, Woodville. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950, embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from Reinforcement Training Unit to 16 Fd Regt on 19 Jan 1951. Fd Regt gun number. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight to deplane Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| COZENS, Frederick | 13327 | Petty Officer Writer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Southampton, Hants, UK, 10 Jan 1928. Was a student before joining the RN as a Boy Writer on 22 Jan 1945 with Service No MX 738887. Underwent initial training in Royal Arthur followed by shore stations of Duke, Demetrius and Victory where he advanced to Probationary Writer 10 Jul 1945. At Copra (Writer on 10 Oct 1945), Roseneath (Leading Writer on 12 Aug 1946) and Daedalus the HQ of the RN Fleet Air Arm 15 Jan 1947. He was posted overseas to St Angelo, Malta where he was to remain for three years. Advanced to Petty Officer Writer on 7 Mar 1950. Returned to Victory 19 May 1950 and was released to Reserve on 29 Aug 1950. WWII Medals not known. Enlisted in RNZN at Maori, London 29 Sep 1950 and advanced to Petty Officer Writer on the following two-days. On arrival in NZ was stationed in Philomel and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Writer 1 Sep 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and departed 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Served in Tamaki and Philomel until drafted to Royalist on 23 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan, Japanese and Korean waters and was in the latter for only five weeks. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but Chief Petty Officer Cozens remained with the ship until posted to Philomel 14 Oct 1958. Served in Taranaki 17 Apr 1962–8 Jul 1963. At COMAUK Auckland 9 Jul 1953–19 Jan 1965. Discharged to RA 21 Feb 1965. Apparently went back to the UK and then came back to NZ. Awarded British Empire Medal (NY Hons 1 Jan 1965), Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal (9 Feb 1961). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died at Summerset in the Bay, Napier on 16 Jul 2017, aged 89 years. |
| CRABB, Alexander Graham | 11708 | Engine Room Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Patea, Taranaki, 28 Nov 1926. Fitter and turner before joining RNZN on a six-year engagement as Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 15 Jan 1948. After initial training in Tamaki, he like many others of his time did his first sea service in Bellona 26 Mar 1948 to 31 Jan 1950. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 20 Aug 1949. Drafted to Taupo 1 Feb 1950 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 20 Aug 1950. Taupo sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1950 for service in Korean waters as part of the UN Naval Forces against the Communist North Korea. Was involved in patrols and escort duties and some shore bombardments. Taupo RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class Crabb stayed with his ship until 25 Jan 1953. Engine Room Artificer 4th Class Crabb served with the Reserve Fleet 26 Jan–8 Jun 1953 and then in Philomel until DEE 14 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CRADDOCK-HARTOPP, Kenneth Alston | 13981 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born London, UK, 26 Feb 1918. Royal Navy officer on loan to the RNZN. Served in Motor Torpedo Boats during WWII and became one of the most successful Coastal Forces captains during the war. He was appointed Senior Officer of the 11th MTB Flotilla, operating from Wasp at Dover in 1941 and then went to St Christopher, the Coastal Forces training establishment at Fort William. He was loaned to the Royal Indian Navy in 1942 and served in India firstly from Vizagapatnam then at Trincomalee. He returned to the RN and was involved with escorting some of the last convoys to Russia in 1945. Loaned to RNZN for two-and a half-years from the RN. Appointed Commander of Taupo 13 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 and was involved in shore bombardments in support of the UN forces on the west coast. Awarded Distinguished Service Cross for distinguished service in Korea, He was appointed MBE London Gazette, 23 Dec 1952, p.6732. Taupo RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. “The Queen has been graciously pleased to give unrestricted permission for the wearing of the following decoration bestowed by the President of the United States of America for distinguished services during the operations in Korea, Legion of Merit Degree of Officer.” London Gazette, 26 Apr 1955 p.2418. Retired from the Royal Navy 1 Aug 1957 his last appointment being the first Lieutenant in the aircraft carrier Indefatigable. Later worked for the Ford Motor Company in the UK. He succeeded to the Cradock-Hartopp baronetcy in 1996 after the death of his cousin Lieutenant Commander Sir Kenneth Cradock-Hartopp died in Jun 2000. |
| CRAGGS, George Hensley | 13095 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Ipswich, Suffolk, UK, 7 Jan 1931. Left school and entered the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class on 18 Mar 1947 with Service No P/SSX 820290. Underwent training at HMS Ganges, Served in Ulster (destroyer) based at Pembroke II, Victory and Myngs (destroyer) operating from HMS Osprey a stone frigate (shore base) at Portland, Dorset. Free discharge in order to enter RNZN. Enlisted in RNZN 25 Nov 1949 as Ordinary Seaman. After a period in Bellona he was drafted to Hawea on 18 Jan 1951. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. TSFD to Rotoiti 17 Oct 1951 and RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951 in that ship. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. On RTNZ he later served in Kiwi and Kiama. On another Posting Card he is also shown as having service in Tui, Bellona and Black Prince. DEE 24 Mar 1955. Died Auckland on 3 Mar 1972 aged 41 years. |
| CRAIG, David Stuart (Master) | 207898 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 27/04/2051 | Born Invercargill on 3 Mar 1929. Previous service in RNZAF. Enlisted as a Gunner in KMB during Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 16 Fd Regt 163 Bty. RTNZ with rank of Bombardier. Severely wounded and blinded 24 Mar 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 31 Jul 1951. Was sent to England for treatment for blindness and learn physiotherapy at St Dunstan's. Private Speakman VC was on the same plane to the UK and when asked to present the winnings of a £75,000 football pool winnings said he would only present the cheque on condition that £100 was presented to Gunner Craig. Medals held then sent to Invercargill. Living in Invercargill in 1996. A great-nephew-in-law to Lieutenant Colonel William Malone of Gallipoli renown. Stuart's seeing eye dog Gail was photographed outside Parliament Buildings wearing his two miniature Korean Medals. Awarded Meritorious Service Medal of the Korean Veterans Association of Korea. Died Christchurch 15 Apr 2013 aged 83 years. “He was for 40 years bugler at the Invercargill ANZAC Day dawn service where he played the Last Post on his beloved trumpet. He also played for the RSA Tin Hat Club, Garrison Club, Ex Naval-men’s Association and Ex Prisoners’ of War Association….” (From Canterbury KVA newsletter.) Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CRAIG, Donald Ernest Andrew | 711584 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/10/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wellington on 16 Nov 1929. Employed as a hosiery machinist at Prestige Hosiery, Wellington. Attested in Kayforce on 1 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct and M/I to unit 1 Nov 1953. Admitted to 24 Canadian F.D.S. 6–18 Jan 1954. Failed to adhere to Routine and Standing orders spent some time in detention. Attached FAP to 3 RAR Lone Pine School 11–17 Jul 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on the New Australia, departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954, He travelled safely to Australia and was AWOL from Ingleburn Camp NSW on 23 Nov 1954 the charge was related to New Australia. He flew from Sydney by a Teal flight deplaning Auckland 24 Nov 1954. After leave he re-emplaned at Harewood 28 Mar 1955 for further service in Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 4 Apr 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Apr and entered Korea the next day as a Driver. Granted 9 days R&R Leave 10–18 Jan 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Apr 1956. The manner of leaving Korea and Japan is not known but he deplaned from an RNZAF Hastings at Auckland on 23 Apr 1956 which may have been the aircraft he boarded in Japan. Served overseas two years 63 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 5 Jun 1956 and was posted to Class ‘C’ reserve. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). Died Gisborne 20 May 2021 aged 91 years. |
| CRAIG, John Harper | 11740 | Commissioned Supply Officer | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Aberdeen, Scotland, UK, on 24 May 1914. Railway carriage cleaner before joining the Chatham Division, Royal Navy on 21 Nov 1940 (Service No C/MX 80196). He joined the Royal Navy as a Supply Assistant. Most of his service, as far as can be ascertained at present, was on shore stations such as HMS Hornet, Sandfly and Pembroke. Commissioned as Temporary Acting Sub–Lieutenant (Stores) RNVR until demobbed in Aug 1946. Harbour Meter (Tally clerk) at Aberdeen between RN and RNZN service. Enlisted in RNZN 12 Dec 1947 on special three years engagement as Stores Petty Officer. Stores Chief Petty Officer in Bellona. Promoted Temporary Acting Commissioned Supply Officer 5 Dec 1950 and appointed to Philomel. Appointed to Rotoiti on 21 Nov 1951 and appointed supply officer. Acted as anaesthetist during an operation on a cook who became seriously ill with appendicitis. “Was directly concerned with the storing of Bellona for passage to the UK, her complete de-storing before turnover to the Reserve Fleet at Plymouth and at the same time the initial storing of Royalist.…” Appointed MBE, NY Hons 1957. Acting Supply Lieutenant Commander while holding appointment of Supply Officer in Black Prince and Supply Officer, Reserve Fleet dated 1 Oct 1959. Appointed Base Supply Officer Auckland and Supply Officer, Philomel 6 Oct 1962. Discharged having reached retiring age on 22 May 1964. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CRAIGIE, Colin John | 336037 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 06/05/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Auckland 20 Jul 1930. Employed as a driver for Alma Construction Co, Christchurch. Attested 24 Nov 1952 at Christchurch in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZ Sigs in Burnham Camp and posted to Active Service on 4 Mar 1953. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas Constellation flight and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 17 May 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Served in H Troop, 2 Sqn, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 24 Feb–1 Mar 1954. Failed to comply with written orders. Awarded 28 days Detention 10 Aug 1954. Released and returned direct to his unit. Attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 18 Sep 1954. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia and sailed for RTNZ via Sydney and by air from Sydney to deplane Auckland (Teal Flight 1) 20 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jan 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entered Regular Force 7 Jun 1955 and served in NZ SAS Sqn. Achieved the best results of the Troopers training as Wireless Operations and Line. Emplaned 26 Nov 1955 RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai and deplaned Kuala Lumpur. Taken on strength of 22 SAS Regt in Malaya on 28 Nov 1955. Sustained an injury to his spine (road accident returning from ops in aid of the civil power) 16 Dec 1955. Admitted Tapa Gen Hosp, TSFD to Batu Gaga Hosp TSFD to BMH Kinrara and then to BMH Cameron highlands. Emplaned RNZAF at Changi 29 Nov 1957 and deplane Whenuapai 1 Dec 1957. Posted to RNZ Sigs then TSFD to the Regular Force Reserve on 21 Jun 1958. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. His NZDSM was issued on 4 Oct 2011 and he was awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). PJM and KWSM on 4 Nov 2011. He was at that time aged 81 years. Died Upper Hutt 20 Jan 2020 aged 89 years. |
| CRAILL, Alen Charles | 207714 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Dent Sec | RNZDC | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Born Gisborne, 8 Jun 1927. Dental Mechanic from Gisborne. Changed year of birth to 1927 in order to go to Japan. Served in NZ Component of the BCOF, Japan. Departed from NZ 15 Jul 1947. Served as a dental mechanic in 6th NZ Gen Hospital but was attached FAP on occasion to 1 NZ Bn and 2 NZ Bn. RTNZ 5 Oct 1948. Discharged 11 Nov 1948. Attested in Kayforce 28 Sep 1950 giving his proper birth date of 8 Jun 1928. Promoted Temporary Corporal 8 Nov 1950 before leaving NZ and held the appointment of Chair-side Orderly. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Corporal 1 Jan 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ as Dental Mechanic, RNZDC. On occasion was attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge by air via Manila and Australia. Deplaned Auckland 8.45am on 22 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 165 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Onehunga, Auckland, 25 Jun 1997 aged 66 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CRANE, Colin Thomas | 11467 | Joiner | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Horopito (near Ohakune) 29 Sep 1927. Enlisted 8 May 1947 in RNZN as a shipwright and rated as Joiner 5th Class. Served in Kiwi during 1948. Drafted to Tutira 8 Jul 1949–3 Nov 1950 and sailed for Korea 3 Jul 1950. Served mainly on escort and patrol duties on the west coast. TSFD while in Japan to Pukaki, for the RTNZ arriving Auckland 3 Dec 1950. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. DEE 7 May 1953. Dairy farmer after discharge from RNZN. Died Whangarei, 26 Jun 2004, aged 76 years. Buried in Maunu Services Cemetery. |
| CRANN, Charles Henry Onslow | 204327 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Born Auckland, 11 May 1925. Electric welder for Hume Pipe Coy, Penrose. Attested in Kayforce 22 Feb 1952. His military career started poorly even before he left for Korea. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight (Aparima) to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Did not enter Korea until 2 Jan 1953 because he was in detention. Was not amenable to military life and discipline. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and to 162 Bty. He was located mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 5 Mar 1954. He was overseas one year 227 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 12 May 1954. He applied for a second TOD to Korea but he was not accepted. Died Auckland 2 May 1986 aged 61 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. An Internal Affairs death notice says he served in Vietnam but this is incorrect. There is no mention of Korea. |
| CRANSHAW, William | 208570 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Glasgow, Scotland 28 Apr 1922. Came from Dunedin. Served in 6 Bty, 3 Fd Regt RNZA in the home defence force. Served in 2 NZEF in the Pacific theatre embarking 13 Jun 1943, served in New Caledonia in 38 Fd Regt and RTNZ 8 Jun 1944 (medical). Awarded the 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Served in BCOF, Japan (439064, Gunner, NZA). Embarked for Japan 29 May 1946 and RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 5 Aug 1947. Boilermaker for NZ Railways at the Hillside workshops, Dunedin. Enlisted 21 Feb 22 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea and Guam deplaning Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 7 Sep 1952, Temporary Bombardier 15 Nov 1952 and appointed 2i/c gun, Temporary Sergeant 1 Feb 1953 and appointed NCO i/c gun and promoted Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 21 Jul 1953 and appointed Troop Sergeant Major. Accidently injured (petrol burns) when someone kicked over a petrol heater in the 163 Bty mess tent. Warrant Officer 2nd Class rank substantiated 17 Feb 1954. Embarked 24 Mar 1954 on SS Changsha at Kobe, Japan, for return to Sydney and completed the journey to NZ by Teal flight arriving at Wellington 24 Apr 1954. Discharged 28 Jun 1954. Served overseas in Korea one year 287 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch? 10 Oct 2014 aged 92 years. |
| CRANSTON, Kevin John Barry | 13407 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Wellington 22 Mar 1934. Had started as a merchant seaman. Enlisted 21 Sep 1950 in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 8 Feb 1951. First sea service was in HMNZS Bellona 16 Aug–15 Oct 1951. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 9 Oct 1951 then to Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class 15 Oct 1951. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 26 Oct 1951 but RUN 20 May 1952. Recovered and sent back to Cerberus. Returned to Philomel 6 Dec 1952. Reverted to Ordinary Seaman 20 Dec 1952. Drafted to Pukaki 17 Aug 1953 which left NZ 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korea. Served mainly on west coast Korean waters. Also served in Malayan waters with 4th Frigate Flotilla. HMNZS Pukaki was involved with shelling targets onshore. On RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 it was not long before once again his record was marked RUN. Discharged SNLR 3 Feb 1955. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M). Died Paraparaumu 1 May 2009. |
| CRAPP, Lawson Tunoa | 204457 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/07/2052 | 10/08/2053 | Previous service in the Army. Enlisted 27 Nov 1951 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Sydney and travelled via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. On arrival in Korea posted to 163 Bty RNZA. RTNZ for commissioning course. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant 1 Jun 1954. Re-emplaned for Korea 2 Jun 1954. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC, 12 Oct 1954. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Administration Officer, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC, 2 Mar 1955. Promoted Lieutenant but retains the rank of Temporary Captain, 1 Jun 1955. TSFD to the RNZA on 8 Jul 1955. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 23 Oct 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned NZ on 1 Nov 1955. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, as Captain, 17 Jan 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CRAPP, Max Oliver | 208885 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Coromandel, 20 Jun 1928. Linesman for State Hydro Dept, Invercargill. Enlisted in Dunedin 27 Nov 1952 i Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 17 May and entered Korea 18 May 1953. Did not adhere to Routine and Standing Orders. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed the journey to deplane Auckland 20 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 199 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jan 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDEFSM and KWSM. |
| CRAWFORD, Desmond John (Des) | 970337 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Invercargill 29 Nov 1931. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Continued to Port Moresby by Qantas then to Guam where they stopped overnight then onto Iwakuni, Japan. Travelled by boat from Sasebo to Pusan. Posted to A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Paid in Kure 27 Jun 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to deplane Wellington 22 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and issued under Routine Order 28/53. Discharged from Kayforce early 1955. Living in Tawa, Wellington, in 1996. Died Tawa, Wellington, 13 Mar 2001 aged 69 years. |
| CRAWFORD, Duncan McCrae | 206068 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/10/2053 | Born St Albans, Christchurch 26 Jan 1926. Enlisted 17 Feb 1947 for service in 2nd Relief, BCOF Japan with Service No 651989. Embarked 15 Jul 1947, Private, 3 Battalion New Zealand Infantry. RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 10 Aug 1948. Discharged 23 Sep 1948. Driver and storeman. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Had some issues with military discipline. Applied to serve a further term overseas which was accepted. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 14 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Korea on first trip two years 309 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Feb 1954. Re-enlisted in 20th Reinforcements on 17 Oct 1955 and re-emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RMA flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by Qantas. M/I Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo on arrival in Japan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Jan 1956 and M/I to this unit the following day. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl as Clerk 15 May 1956. Attached FAP 1 Bn Queens Own Cameron Highlanders 21 Jun–13 Jul 1956. Attached FAP 1 Sqn, Royal Australian Signals 15–27 Oct 1956. Also failed to adhere to Routine and Standing Orders on this deployment. Returned to NZ Tpt Pl. RTNZ 12 Aug 1957 and was discharged once more on 2 Oct 1957. This trip being of one year 254 days duration. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. |
| CRAWFORD, Edward Charles | 712480 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington 10 Feb 1935. School Cadet at St Patrick College. Completed an apprenticeship as a Paper Ruler for Whitcombe & Tombs in Wellington. CMT tenth Intake in Jul 1953 and was posted to 1 Armoured Car Regt (NZ Scottish) RNZAC where he served as a Trooper in Wellington. His brother was serving in the RNZN. Entered the RNZN on 19 Jul 1956 as an Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class (Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class). His initial training was in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted 1 May 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland, 20 May 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Jul 1957. RTNZ on 20 May 1957. Drafted to Tamaki on 2 Oct 1958. Drafted to Rotoiti 16 Nov 1959 then back to Tamaki 5 Apr 1961. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 17 Jul 1961 but reverted five months later. Drafted to Lachlan as Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1962 then served in Philomel 16 Jul 1962–7 Jan 1963. Drafted to Royalist 8 Jan 1963. Here he showed his mettle as he advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 20 Mar 1963. He was regarded as “…A first class leading hand who has been a tower of strength on the messdeck. He passed for his boiler room W/K Certificate with little trouble and is at present getting ready for his professional exam for Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic. He should do well in this and make a good Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic.” Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic (Local) on 11 Feb 1965 and to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 5 Sep 1965. Another statement reported, “Crawford continues to impress with his efficiency and his attention to duty. He is one of those rare people who manage to look neat and tidy under all conditions.” Drafted to Philomel 7 Jan 1966, to Inverell 15 Jul 1966 returning to Philomel 13 Jun 1968. Served in Taranaki and in Canterbury. Served in COMAUCK 4 May–15 Dec 1974 and advanced to Temporary Chief Engineering Mechanic 5 Jun 1974 and to Chief Engineering Mechanic 15 Sep 1974. Drafted Olphert (a Reserve unit) and briefly in Wakefield in Wellington 8 Jun 1976. Discharged to RA 19 Jul 1976. Died 4 Aug 2006 aged 71 years. Awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and Naval LS&GS Medal with Gratuity in Jul 1971. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZSSM (Nuclear Testing). Died 4 Aug 2006 aged 71 years. |
| CRAWFORD, Eric Leslie | 208716 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/01/2053 | 31/03/2054 | Came from Riverton. Previous service in BCOF Japan. Emplaned Auckland on Teal flight 29 Jan 1953 to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by civil air via Sydney, Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Japan 31 Jan 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 4 Apr 1953 and attached FAP to attend JRBD Cooking Course. Went on course with six other New Zealanders including two from his own unit Driver E.L. Crawford and Driver S. Lewis and four from 16 Fd Regt. May be related to CRAWFORD D J. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ by civil air arriving at Wellington 31 Mar 1954 on Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 1 Jun 1954. Died Riverton 31st Mar 1972, aged 42. buried Riverton Cemetery, Row V Plot 43. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| CRAWFORD, Newton Henry | 13533 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Tokomaru Bay, East Coast, on 14 Oct 1933. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 12 Jan 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona 12 Sep 1951–30 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 on its second deployment to Korea and served mainly in the west coast waters. RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953. Served in Black Prince 23 Sep 1954–20 Sep 1955. Drafted to Bellona on 21 Sep 1955 and was a crew member when that ship was returned to the UK in 1956 and then served in Royalist on its delivery voyage from the UK. Royalist was involved in the Suez crisis in 1956. Discharged from RNZN 27 Oct 1959. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Original medals were lost and replaced at cost during 2006. Living at Porirua 2004. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| CRAWLEY, Peter Frederick | 11658 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Waipawa 18 Jul 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 6 Nov 1947. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 25 Mar 1948. Like many others of his era his first sea service was in Bellona during the period 30 Nov 1948–21 Sep 1949. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 18 May 1949. Also served in Rotoiti and Philomel where he advanced to A B 18 May 1950. Served in Pukaki on first deployment of the ship, Served mainly on escorts and was present as a guard ship as the Inchon landings. RTNZ on 2 Dec 1950 and after leave was then back to Philomel. At HMAS Cerberus 27 Apr–29 Nov 1951 and qualified as Gun Layer 2. Drafted to Bellona 1 Feb 1952 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 14 Jan 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and left Devonport 21 Sep 1953 in that vessel for further service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the patrols, escorts and monitoring duties. Advanced to Leading Seaman 14 Jan 1954. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. In Philomel 8 Dec 1954 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer 22 Nov 1954. Awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served briefly in Tamaki and in Tui. DEE 16 Jul 1955. Later awarded NZOSM and NGSM (M). Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CREASE, David George | 328411 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Provost Corps | 06/04/2054 | 19/06/2054 | Born Auckland 19 Dec 1932. Called up as a 3rd Intake CMT Trainee and served two years in the TF. He was a car salesman for Mt Albert Car Sales before he was attested in Kayforce 13th Reinforcements at Auckland on 8 Dec 1953. Emplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Brit Com Base Prov Coy 28 May 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll for compassionate RTNZ on 6 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 and deplaned Auckland 22 Jun 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 78 days. Posted to TF unit (Div Prov Coy) on 8 Jul 1954 and TSFD to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Not known if he claimed NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CREEKS, Alan Napier | 203514 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Auckland on 7 May 1925. Sewing machine mechanic. Previous service in the Army for 12 months (Service No 642646) in Northern District Company NZASC between Nov 1943 and early Dec 1944. Involved in Harvesting duties. He was TSFD to the RNZAF (Service No 45380) and served for a further 11 months being discharged on 15 Dec 1945. Industrial engineer for J. Steel Ltd, Auckland. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. Promoted Lance Bombardier 6 Dec 1950. His record states “while at sea” but the ship did not leave Wellington until 10 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Driver, Field Regiment. Promoted Bombardier 14 Mar 1951. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 11 Jun–15 Jul 1951. Returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 on Qantas or BCPA flight for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll 67) and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 Jul 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CREIGHTON, Duncan Septimus | 12427 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Streatham, London, UK, 31 Mar 1929. Was a plumber's mate before joining the RN on 15 Jul 1946 as a Signalman Boy with Service No CKX/807699. Drafted to Gosling (a RN Air Arm Training Establishment) 28 Aug 1946 and advanced to Ordinary Signalman 30 Sep 1946. Drafted to Scotia then onto Royal Arthur 24 Jun 1947. He opted for a change in trade and became a Stoker 2 Jul 1947. Served in Imperieuse 20 Aug–26 Oct 1947. Drafted to Octavia (minesweeper) 5 Nov–2 Dec 1947 then to Redpole (a Black Swan-class sloop) 3 Dec 1947–16 Feb 1948. Released from RN 16 Apr 1948. Entered the RNZN on 3 Jan 1949 at HMNZS Cook (soon to be renamed Maori) London on a six-year engagement with the option of return to the UK or discharge in New Zealand at the end of his engagement. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 12 Feb 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949. This ship was commissioned into the RNZN in Apr 1949 and he was a member of the crew that sailed her to Auckland. He remained with Tutira and deployed with that ship to Korea on 3 Jul 1950. Tutira was detailed for escort duties and took part in the Battle for Inchon being part of the screening force for the landings. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Later served in Bellona. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 2 Jan 1955. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM and was entitled to NZDSM. Living at Whangaparaoa in 2001. Died Whangaparaoa 23 May 2011 aged 82 years. |
| CREIGHTON, John Michael | 208480 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Born Invercargill on 13 Sep 1929. Employed as a farmer for Mr Smith No.2 RD, Wyndham. Attested as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Posted to RNZA at Burnham on 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 as a Gunner on the RMA Awatere to fly to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 25 May 1951. M/I to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU on 25 May 1952. Served in C Troop 162 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 22–25 Aug 1952. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 1 Nov 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 4 Nov 1953. Embarked Kobe, Japan 20 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed the journey to deplane Wellington 5 Mar 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 11 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 293 days. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM on 7 Oct 2003. |
| CREIGHTON, William Patrick | 208129 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Queenstown on 4 Mar 1928. Employed as a rabbiter for the Cromwell Rabbit Board. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Dunedin on 12 Jun 1950. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. She ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp until onward flights were arranged. Flown by Qantas from Darwin, deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan on 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 16–20 Mar 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 May 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 28 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Admitted Dunedin Public Hospital 14–24 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce on 4 Sep 1953. Died Rotorua 11 Dec 1993 aged 65 years. |
| CREWE, Raymond Charles | 13765 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK, 10 Nov 1928. Entered the RN as an Engine Room Artificer (Apprentice?) on 2 Aug 1944 as a 16-year-old and was issued the Service No P/MX 637824. After training in Raleigh and in Fisgard he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 5th Class (Fitter & Turner) 1 Jul 1948. Held on the books of Victory 2 Sep–22 Sep 1948. Drafted to Sirius (light cruiser) 23 Sep 1948–1 May 1949. Drafted to Liverpool (light cruiser) as an Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 1 Jul 1949–3 Apr 1951 and was probably in this ship when it was in Port Said to support the British Administration of the Suez Canal Zone when Egyptian guerrillas campaigned against it. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 1 Jul 1950. He next served in Tyne a destroyer depot ship for two months 4 Apr–13 Jun 1951 then returned to Britain where he served in Pembroke. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 1 Jul 1951. Released from the RN 5 Feb 1952 to join the RNZN. Entered RNZN at Portsmouth 6 Feb 1952 (on behalf of Maori), as an Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class the following day. On arrival in Auckland he was drafted to Philomel. Drafted to Tui 21 Jun 1952– 15 Aug 1954 then to Bellona 16 Aug 1954 followed by Stawell and Black Prince in which he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class 1 Jul 1956. Drafted to Royalist 8 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to take part in working up exercises with the RAN before sailing on for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class Crewe was drafted to Endeavour 3 Jul 1957 which had earlier arrived in Sydney with much needed replenishment of ammunition and other essential stores. He then sailed back to Devonport and Philomel while Royalist sailed from Sydney on 3 Jul 1957 to Singapore and Korea. Later served in Black Prince 6 Sep 1957–20 Jan 1958. DEE 5 Feb 1958. Later became a schoolteacher and was living in Brown’s Bay Auckland. His medals awarded are not known. |
| CRIBB, Sonnie | 594584 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/01/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Whanganui on 19 Nov 1929. Labourer from New Plymouth. Enlisted on 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned for flight to Japan on 28 Jan 1953 and entered that country 31 Jan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 19 Mar 1953. Had some brushes with Military Law during his service in Korea. Attended a six-week Canadian NCO School course 28 Jun to 7 Aug 1954. Promoted Lance Bombardier while holding the appointment of Gun 2i/c. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Also served in Malaya, B Coy, 1 NZ Regt. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Later a Sergeant instructor at Central Military District Training Wing, Linton Camp during the 1970s. Had a great sense of humour. Lived in SNCO barracks in Linton as did the compiler of this roll. Sergeant posted to Canterbury Army Area 5 Dec 1973 as an infantry instructor. Still in service in Jun 1977. Died Hastings, 9 Aug 2001 aged 70 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (M), NZ GSM (K). |
| CRIGHTON, Alexander Carnegy | 11398 | Acting Leading Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Hawera 29 May 1928. Enlisted in the RNZN 6 Feb 1947 as Ordinary Telegraphist. Served at Waiouru (HMNZS Irirangi), then served in Taupo as a Telegraphist Feb 1949–Feb 1950. Undertook signals training at HMAS Cerberus for five months and was drafted back to Irirangi. Drafted to Rotoiti 21 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Undertook another five-month course at HMAS Cerberus in 1954. Later served in Hawea. Was in Bellona when she was returned to the RN and was in Royalist on her delivery voyage from the UK to NZ via the Suez Canal which qualified him for the NZGSM (NE). Later served in Endeavour 3 Nov 1959–20 Oct 1960 before returning to Irirangi. Advanced to Acting Chief Radio Supervisor while in Endeavour and to Chief Radio Supervisor while at Irirangi. Drafted to Royalist 23 Sep 1965 and advanced to CRD. At COMAUK, 1 Aug 1966 then completed his service in Philomel. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 6 Feb 1962. Discharged to RA 2 May 1967. Later awarded NZOSM, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living at Palmerston North 2002. |
| CRISP, Eric Sherlock | 206765 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/06/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Wellington on 2 Jun 1930. Previous service in BCOF Japan from 2 Aug 1947 to 10 Aug 1948. (815573, Private, C Coy, 3 Bn, NZ Infantry Brigade. Salesman, next-of-kin, Mrs C.W. Crisp, Wellington). Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd flight) on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by Qantas flight via Guam to Iwakuni deplaning 11 Jun 1952. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Korea Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged soon after RTNZ. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Tauranga 9 Feb 2011. His brother, 642309 Temporary Corporal Maurice Crisp also served in BCOF Japan. Died Katikati 9 Feb 2011 aged 79 years. |
| CROAD, Alexander Edward (Lex) | 207258 | Sergeant | 10 Tpt Company Wksp | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Ex TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force during early Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Wahine ran aground on an uncharted reef near Masela Island, Indonesia. Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Transport Instructor. Attached FAP from 10 Tpt Coy to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ and CTBA 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 21 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Came from Invercargill. SOS Kayforce 3 Oct 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.630 sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Invercargill. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CROAD, Patricia Stella (nee McMINN) | 0 | Mrs | — | Concert Party | 28/01/2053 | 22/08/2054 | Born Gisborne on 9 Dec 1926. A New Zealand dance, cabaret and recording legend whose love of performing spanned more than 75 years. Photographed at the 38th Parallel while visiting Korea to entertain NZ Troops in 1953. Returned to Korea with Concert Party for second time emplaning on 28 Jun 1954. RTNZ 22 Aug 1954. Photographed taking part in a singalong at the NZ Base Camp, Hiro, Japan. Came from New Lynn, Auckland. Appointed OBE in 1977 for services to entertainment. Died in Tauranga on 21 Mar 2018 aged 91. May be entitled to Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal if she aggregated more than 30 days to qualify. |
| CROFT, Joseph Kendal | 1138 | Sub-Lieutenant (Engineering) | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Wellington 30 Nov 1911. Enlisted as a Stoker in the NZ Division of the RN in Philomel on 18 Feb 1932. His first sea service was in HMS Diomede from 25 Jun 1932–14 Mar 1935. Promoted Stoker 1st Class during that service. Served in the battleship Ramillies Jan 1937-Jan 1938 and was promoted Stoker P.O. He then served in HMS Leander on passage from the UK to New Zealand. Served in Achilles after its RTNZ following the Battle of the River Plate. Also served in Inchkeith and later in Gambia by that time he had been promoted Mechanic 1st Class. Later served in a variety on RNZN ships including Bellona (promoted Warrant Mechanician 15 Oct 1948), Kaniere, Kiwi, Kiama. Appointed to Philomel on 15 Oct 1952 as Temporary Senior Commissioned Mechanician. Appointed to Pukaki on 19 Aug 1953 for the second deployment to Korean waters with seniority dating from 19 Aug 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 and RTNZ on 28 Sep 1954. Promoted Sub-Lieutenant (Engineering). Later served in Bellona and finally Black Prince. Placed on the Retired List 15 Oct 1955. Awarded British Empire Medal (NY Hons 1949), 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal (28 Jan 1949). Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| CROMPTON, Stewart Patrick | 327153 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Auckland 27 May 1932. Enlisted in RNZN 14 Sep 1950 and was granted the rating of Stoker. After initial training in Tamaki, like many of his era his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 to 5 May 1954 during which time he served in Korean waters mainly on the west coast. Kaniere RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served again in Bellona followed by service in Stawell then Lachlan. Discharged SNLR 4 May 1956. |
| CROOK, John David (Jack) | 888073 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Christchurch, 13 Mar 1932. Bushman from Ashburton. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements 29 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney, then by civil air via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to Iwakuni, deplaning 27 Jun 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 26 Jul to 1 Aug 1954 then returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 13 Aug 1954 and appointed RDI (Regimental Driving Instructor?) Lance Corporal. Promoted Lance Corporal 22 Aug 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 21 Aug–16 Sep 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ deplaning Harewood 24 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 274 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jun 1955 and posted to TF unit. Living Springfield 2004. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Christchurch 19 Feb 2015 aged 82 years. |
| CROOKES, Colin John Clement | 34102 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/12/2052 | 27/01/2055 | Born Auckland on 25 Feb 1929. Employed as a hospital orderly for Auckland Hospital Board before he joined the Regular Force on 7 Nov 1949. Posted to RNZA and served in Papakura and Waiouru. TSFD to Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 as Lance Bombardier on Teal flying boat Awatere for passage to Sydney and continued to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Feb 1953, entered Korea 9 Feb and M/I to his unit the same day. Admitted 26 Fd Amb on 16 Mar 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 9 Apr 1953 to NZRTU (NZ Base HQ) on 10 Apr 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and M/I on 23 Apr 1954. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Guard Room 20 May 1953. Admitted three times to 38 Canadian Fd Amb over the next five months and returned to 16 Fd Regt each time. Married Miss Mineko Matuno at Cassell’s Camp Protestant Church, Kure on 2 Oct 1954. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 24 Nov 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 23 Dec 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and M/I on 1 Jan 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Dec 1956. Embarked Kobe 3 Jan 1955 on SS Changsha for Australia and completed the journey to deplane Auckland 27 Jan 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 36 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 25 May 1955 and reposted to the Regular Force. Discharged from the Army on 8 Jun 1955. Re-enlisted in the Army on 20 Jun 1956 and again served in RNZA. Emplaned Whenuapai 9 Jan 1971 for South Vietnam. Deplaned Vung Tau 11 Jan 1971. Served in 161 Bty. M/O from 161 Bty 3 May 1971 for RTNZ (Medevac) Deplaned 6 May 1971 and admitted Papakura Camp Hospital on arrival. Awarded Vietnam Medal only. Discharged 3 Jul 1975. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (V), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CRORKEN, Michael Joseph | 206463 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 02/08/2052 | Born Denny, Stirlingshire, Scotland on 17 Oct 1943. Previous service in the Navy. He was a bricklayer but was employed by the Forestry Dept., at Te Pohue, Hawkes Bay. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force on 13 Jun 1951. Made some errors and was given detention. Taken from Ardmore to be embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sail for Korea. Rescued from the Wahine and was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on 24 Aug 1951. His entry to Korea was delayed because of punishments awarded for breaches of discipline. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 25 Jan 1952 and entered Korea the next day. His failure to observe military rules and ways resulted in an early return to NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney and committed to Ardmore Detention Barracks 2 Aug 1952. Was overseas one year 2 days less 60 days detention equalled 307 days service time. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 16 Sep 1952. Died Wellington 30 Oct 1983 aged 40 years. |
| CROSLAND, Francis James | 208396 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born Invercargill on 25 Jan 1929. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements at Invercargill on 27 Sep 1951. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 24 Mar 1952, entered Korea on 26 Mar and M/I to his unit on 28 Mar 1952. Served in F Troop 163 Bty. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 26 Feb to 5 Mar 1953. Promoted Lance Bombardier 10 Jun 1953. M/O for 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. Served overseas one year 218 days. Discharged 31 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Invercargill. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill, 12 May 2004 aged 75 years. |
| CROSS, Albert John (Albie) | 11659 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Dairy Flat, Northland, a short distance from Orewa Beach 9 Jan 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class 6 Nov 1947 and underwent basic training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Boy Telegraphist as his preference for branch of service developed. Drafted to Bellona 19 Jan 1949 and advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 9 Jan 1950. Sent to Waiouru 17 May 1950 and was renamed Irirangi about 15 months after his arrival. Advanced to Telegraphist 9 Mar 1951. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 2 Jan–24 Apr 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed for service in Korean waters 21 Sep 1953. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and monitoring the Armistice. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but he remained with his ship until 23 Feb 1955. Went back to Irirangi 24 Feb–23 Dec 1955. Returned to Philomel 24 Dec 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. DEE 2 Jan 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Auckland 24 Dec 2016 aged 84 years. |
| CROSS, Allison | 14126 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Invercargill 26 Nov 1929. Moulder before entering the RNZN 24 Jan 1952 on an eight-year engagement as a Stoker. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 20 Jun 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 24 Jan 1954. In Philomel 24 Nov 1953–20 May 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 27 May 1954 and left for service in SE Asia and Korea. Kaniere was in Korean waters between Nov 1954 and Mar 1955 and was mainly involved in patrols and monitoring the Armistice. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Appears to have returned to NZ for compassionate or medical reasons. Drafted to Black Prince for four weeks 29 Jun–22 Jul 1955 before returning to Kaniere 23 Jul the day she arrived back from Asia until 14 Nov 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 15 Nov 1955–28 Oct 1956 and advanced to Acting Leading Engineering Mechanic (Local) 12 Jul 1956. Served in Endeavour 29 Oct 1956–13 Aug 1957 and served in Antarctica in the summer season 1956–57. Advanced to Acting Leading Engineering Mechanic 1 Jun 1957. Later served in Kaniere again; drafted again to Royalist 9 Jan–2 Nov 1959 and the back to Philomel and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) effective from 1 Jun 1958. DEE 23 Jan 1960. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM. |
| CROSS, David Leslie | 13507 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Kaiapoi 25 Nov 1930. Shop Assistant before he enlisted in the RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as an Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class. After completing training in Tamaki he was sent on 4 Jan 1951 to HMAS Cerberus to undergo specialist training. He was away 11 months and RTNZ 19 Nov 1951. Like many of his era his first sea service was in Bellona 14 Jan 1952–15 Jan 1953 and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 28 Mar 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Mar 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for service in SE Asia and Korea. Kaniere was in Korean waters between Nov 1954 and Mar 1955. Advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 15 May 1955. Kaniere RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 15 Nov 1955–13 Feb 1956. At Irirangi 14 Feb 1956–12 Aug 1957. Later served in Rotoiti and again in Black Prince. DEE 6 Oct 1958. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM. |
| CROSS, J | 0 | Mr | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 07/07/2058 | Civilian Canteen Staff member in Royalist. His name is listed in the HMNZS Royalist Second Commission Handbook. Is this the same man as the one immediately q.v. |
| CROSS, Joseph Prince | 11721 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Gisborne, 29 Nov 1928. Carpenter before joining the RNZN on 22 Jan 1948. After training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 2 Oct 1948. Advanced to Able Seaman on 2 Jul 1947. At HMAS Watson 25 Jan–8 Jun 1950. Qualified Radar Plotter 3rd Class on 3 Jun 1950. RTNZ and was in Philomel 9 Jun–2 Jul 1950 probably preparing for his new posting. Drafted to Tutira 3 Jul 1950 and sailed with Pukaki from NZ the same day bound for Korea via Port Moresby and Hong Kong. Involved in patrols and escort duties and was part of the screening force for the landings at Inchon. RTNZ 30 May 1950. In Philomel and again sent to HMAS Watson on course 28 Sep–23 Nov 1951. Served in Kiwi and Black Prince where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 13 Feb 1953. Granted four months Leave Without Pay 21 Jan–2 May 1954. Returned to Philomel and then served in Tamaki. Advanced to Leading Seaman 26 May 1954 while in Tamaki. Final sea service in Black Prince 11 Apr–21 Nov 1955. Discharged BNPS 16 Apr 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Mahia 3 Dec 1982 aged 53. |
| CROSS, Mervyn Ian | 14035 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 07/07/2058 | Born Christchurch 15 Dec 1935. Part time garage hand. Enlisted in the RNZN from school as a Boy 2nd Class (Boy2) in 24th class of Seaman Boys on 17 Jan 1952. After his initial training in Tamaki he was drafted 10 Jan 1953 to Black Prince as Boy 1st Class and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 15 Jun 1953. Drafted to Bellona 20 Nov 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman 15 Sep 1954. Appeared to have some problems settling in and taking on a suitable RNZN trade. By Apr 1954 while in Bellona he requested a change to the Electrical Branch. He also served in Kiwi 20 Mar 1955–8 May 1956. Spent a short time in Philomel before returning to Black Prince 27 Mar–22 Aug 1956. Sent to HMAS Watson 23 Aug–12 Nov 1956 to attend a Radar Plotter 2nd Class Course and gained a 72% Pass. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and left NZ in that ship for service in SE Asia and in Korean waters. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Later served in Black Prince again and in Rotoiti in the Reserve Fleet. His career was blotted by several incidents contrary to Naval Discipline. DEE 14 Dec 1961. Died 18 Jun 2013 aged 77 years. His death was reported in the NZ Herald. His record shows an award of NZOSM and NGSM (M) but no mention of NZGSM (K) or the NZDSM. |
| CROSS, Peter | 203820 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Paihia, Northland, on 25 Oct 1925. Previous service in Army within NZ (11 Dec 1941–7 Apr 1943) and TSFD to the RNZAF (8 Apr 1943–23 Feb 1945) which included 14 months in the islands. His Army Service No was 409954 and his RNZAF No was 4312199. He served in Ngaruawahia and Glen Bervie Camps. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a Railway Labourer for NZ Railways, Whangarei. Attested for KMB at Auckland on 10 Sep 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 5 Oct 1950 and to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 as a member of the Baggage Pty Reinf Unit. M/I to NZRTU on arrival in Korea. M/I to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU 22 Mar 1951. Made several errors of judgement and received 28 days Field Punishment and loss of pay. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 19 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas and Teal flights via Guam and Sydney. Deplaned |Auckland on 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Lower Hutt. Discharged 29 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.634 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to and address in Otiria, Northland. It was returned to Base Records (now Personal Archives) where it remains to this day.) Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CROSS, Philip Charles | 206144 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/12/2051 | Born Nelson on 27 Jan 1927. He was a bus driver for NZ Road Service at Lower Hutt. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. His training for Korea was conducted in Linton and Waiouru Camp where he was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan 31 Dec 1950 and commenced serving in 162 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 6–11 Jul 1951 and was discharged direct to his unit. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 16 Nov 1951 (fever) and was placed on the Seriously Ill List on 24 Nov 1951 and was struck off this list on 13 Dec 1951. TSFD to the NZ Roll 18 Dec 1951 for RTNZ as a medical evacuee. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1951 for RTNZ via Sydney and disembarked at Auckland on 23 Dec 1951 from a Teal flying boat. Served overseas one year 14 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Mar 1952 and returned to Lower Hutt. Died Whangarei, 25 Dec 1994 aged 67 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CROSS, Robert James | 208130 | Craftsman | 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 04/09/2053 | Born Balclutha on 20 Aug 1929. He was a motor mechanic for Wilson Elliott Ltd, of Balclutha. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. His training was mainly conducted in Burnham Camp where he was posted to RNZEME on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Unfortunately Wahine ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and flown to Iwakuni, Japan. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 28 Comwel Fd Engr Regt LAD on 2 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Vehicle Mechanic) 12 Apr 1954, Lance Corporal 1 Jul 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian ADS 3–17 Nov 1952 and discharged to his unit. Promoted to Corporal 9 Feb 1953. Posted from 28 Fd Engr Regt to 16 Fd Regt, LAD 29 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 11 Apr 1953, to Temporary Staff Sergeant on 14 May and to Staff Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 29 May 1953. Promoted to Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 8 Aug 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt LAD to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Aug 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 13 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on 29 Aug and deplaned from Teal flight from Sydney to Wellington on 4 Sep 1953. Served overseas one year 35 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Nov 1953. Died in Balclutha on 2 Oct 1978 aged 49 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| CROSSON, David Stanley (Stan) | 208617 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Oamaru on 25 Jun 1926. Previous service in RNZAF dating from 6 Jul 1945 to 12 Feb 1947 as a Leading Aircraftman. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal for service within NZ. Truck driver for John Brightling Ltd, Christchurch. Attested for KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. There is very little on his Kayforce File. Posted from NZ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy on 24 Sep 1951. M/I from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ on 21 Jun 1952 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney at Wellington on 16 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 220 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attested in the Regular Force on 1 Aug 1960. Served in SD Tpt Coy and was a storekeeper attached to A Platoon at Addington. Posted to 3 Transport Company, Christchurch/Burnham 18 May 1966. Promoted Temporary Sergeant on 10 Nov 1967. Reclassified Clerk All Arms 5 Star 27 Aug 1968. To be Sub Staff Sergeant 27 Aug 1969 with seniority from 12 Feb 1969. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 5 Mar 1976. Awarded the LS&GC Medal (Military) on 11 Aug 1977. Engagement extend ed to 31 Jul 1980. He was the Chief Clerk of 3 Tpt Regt, RNZCT. He was offered a further extension 25 Jun 1981, to age 55, as there was a shortage of senior clerks in RNZCT. He was however discharged from the Regular Force on 1 Aug 1980. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Ashburton 20 Jul 2014 aged 85 years. |
| CROTTY, James Desmond | 204062 | Craftsman | 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Onehunga, Auckland, on 6 Feb 1929. Labourer then clerk at Westfield, Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked on the Wahine at Wellington, which ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD as storeman. Admitted 10 Gen Hosp 3 Sep 1951 was TSFD to and discharged from Swedish Hosp 17 Sep 1951 to his unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 Dec 1951 but reverted to Craftsman 14 Mar 1952 on ceasing to hold the appointment of LAD storeman. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 18 Jul 1957. Served in Malaya embarking 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington. Disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957 and M/I Nee Soon Camp. Then moved to Kota Tinggi for training and then was located with the battalion in the Taiping area. Served in B Company. RTNZ disembarking from Captain Cook at Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Discharged from Regular Force 4 May 1960. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CROTTY, John Joseph Patrick | 203703 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/05/2053 | Born Onehunga, Auckland, on 15 Feb 1931 but came from Te Papapa. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool. Also served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni on 4 May 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned at Auckland on 8 May 1952. Re-emplaned for Korea 14 Jul 1952 and returned to his previous unit. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 13 May 195 (under sentence–detention). Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also served in Malaya with NZ SAS Sqn, 22 SAS Regt 1955–57. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.638 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to and address in Te Papapa, Auckland. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CROUCH, Robert | 207726 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Awarded Born Oamaru 25 Jun 1926. Previous service in RNZAF dating from 6 Jul 1945 to 12 Feb 1947 as a Leading Aircraftman. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal for service within NZ. Truck driver for John Brightling Ltd, Christchurch. Attested for KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to N Z Tpt Pl at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. There is very little on his Kayforce File. Posted from NZ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy on 24 Sep 1951. M/I from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ on 21 Jun 1952 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attested in the Regular Force on 1 Aug 1960. Served in SD Tpt Coy and was a storekeeper attached to A Platoon at Addington. Posted to 3 Transport Company, Christchurch/Burnham 18 May 1966. Promoted Temporary Sergeant on 10 Nov 1967. Reclassified Clerk All Arms 5 Star 27 Aug 1968. To be Sub Staff Sergeant 27 Aug 1969 with seniority from 12 Feb 1969. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 5 Mar 1976. Awarded the LS&GC Medal (Military) on 11 Aug 1977. Engagement extend ed to 31 Jul 1980. He was the Chief Clerk of 3 Tpt Regt, RNZCT. He was offered a further extension 25 Jun 1981, to age 55, as there was a shortage of senior clerks in RNZCT. He discharged from the Regular Force on 1 Aug 1980. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. At some stage after retirement he mislaid his medals. He requested (through his son) that these be replaced in Jul 2014. (He was currently 88 years old at the time the request was made.) These were replaced at cost and it was found that he had not been issued with the full-size War Medal, NZ War Service Medal and the NZDSM. These medals were issued when the appropriate application form had been completed and sent to Pers Archives, Trentham. |
| CROUCH, William (Bill) | 14430 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Hastings, East Sussex, UK, 24 Oct 1926. Previous service in the Royal Marines (Service No MB/X1982) as a Band Boy from 3 Jan 1944 to 10 Oct 1946 and in the Royal Navy (Service No SSX 810614) as a Musician from 11 Oct 1946 to 3 Jan 1954. He served at HMS Tamar (Hong Kong), in Sussex (heavy cruiser) 14 Dec 1948 and returned to the UK in her. Also served briefly in Diadem (cruiser) and was at Pembroke on several occasions. Discharged from RN 3 Jan 1954 to enter the RNZN. Enlisted as an Able Seaman at Maori 4 Jan 1954 and on arrival in NZ his first NZ sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Kaniere 19 Jun 1954 to 14 Nov 1955. This ship sailed from NZ on 19 Jul 1954. He became sick and was admitted to hospital in Hong Kong. After release from Hospital he travelled on the Empire Orwell from Hong Kong to Kure, Japan on 31 Oct 1954 to re-join his ship. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ Aug 1956. On RTNZ he was drafted to Tamaki then to Philomel but on 27 Aug 1956 was sent to HMAS Cerberus to attend a G.L. 2 course which he completed with a fine result. On RTNZ he returned to Philomel and Tamaki. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and left in that ship on the Second Commissioning tour to SE Asia, Malaya, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. He was in HMAS Flinders 26–30 May 1957 then re-joined Royalist which returned to NZ4 Jul 1958. He then served in Philomel 22 Sep 1958–2 Feb 1959. Able Seaman William Crouch was awarded the RN LS&GC Medal on 24 Oct 1959. He applied for and was granted permission to remain in service to complete 30 years as the Navy was 'his life and his home'. This was approved as William Crouch was regarded as a most reliable Able Seaman and had an excellent influence on the younger ratings. He applied to return to a musician’s role in the RNZN Band in Jan 1960 but it is not known if that occurred. He spent a second tour in Royalist 3 Feb 1960–18 Apr 1960 then returned to Philomel until 10 Sep 1960 and was employed as Master at Arms Mess man until 29 Jun 1966. Again served in Philomel and also served in Waikato 28 Jul 1966 and then Endeavour 30 Jun 1969. His final service was in Philomel 1 Jul 1971 and was Discharged to RA on 23 Oct 1971. There are no details of medals he has been awarded apart from the LS&GC Medal. It appears that he is entitled to the NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and the PJM. |
| CROWE, Norman Edward | 818556 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Christchurch 16 Nov 1930. Labourer for Thomas Borthwick & Sons, Belfast, Christchurch. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 3 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Flew onto Japan by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached FAP Mandora Camp, Hiro to attend cooking course 10 Jun–2 Jul 1953 and on return to his unit was employed as Officers Mess Cook. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 18 Jul 1953 and to Lance Corporal 17 Oct 1953. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb three times between 26 Jul 1953 and 3 Jul 1954 and was discharged to his unit on each occasion. Each admission about 4 to seven days. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning at Harewood 28 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost and replaced at cost in 2010. Also awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. SOS Kayforce 18 Nov 1954 and posted to TF unit. |
| CROWHURST, Colin George | 203516 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ Pay & Records Sec | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born Auckland on 1 Nov 1926. Clerk in the Justice Department. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. After training for Korea Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Sergeant 1 Jan 1951. Clerk General Duties at NZ Base HQ Pay & Records Section. Sent on several TODs to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 22 Feb–1 Mar 1951. Discharged direct to his unit. Also served at HQ NZ Kayforce, Kure, Japan. Promoted substantive Staff Sergeant 1 Jul 1952. Admitted twice more to Brit Com Gen Hosp, first for 14 days, next time nearly four weeks. TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by civil air via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney deplaning from Teal flight at Auckland on 7 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 273 days. Discharged on 5 Nov 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, also NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Western Australia 2002. Died 14 Apr 2016 aged 89 years but it is not known whether he died in Australia or NZ. |
| CROWHURST, Sydney William | 12575 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Eastbourne, Sussex, UK, 21 Sep 1926. Garage Labourer prior to entering the Royal Navy on 21 Dec 1943 as Boy 1st Class. Given the Service No P/JX632628. Initial training undertaken at HMS Collingwood. Served in HMS Trumpeter, an Escort Carrier from 20 Dec 1944 to 3 Jan 1946. During this time the ship was involved in patrols off Norway, on convoy duties to Russia and was involved in the last attack on a u-boat by the Home Fleet. Trumpeter was deployed for trooping duties within East Indies area until Jan 1946. Able Seaman Crowhurst also served in Beachy Head, a repair ship, for 16 months. Enlisted in RNZN for a term of six years from 30 Jan 1949 with the option of discharge in the UK or in New Zealand. Apparently changed ship when Tutira RTNZ. His service record shows him drafted to Tutira (Rotoiti) 7 Jun 1949–23 Nov 1951. Sydney Crowhurst also stated that he served in Rotoiti in Korea. Rotoiti RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. It would appear that he was TSFD from Tutira to Rotoiti in Apr or early May 1951. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. DEE 29 Jan 1955 at completion of engagement. Re-entered RNZN as a General Dutyman 12 Apr 1962. DEE 7 Feb 1966. |
| CROWLEY, Leslie Joseph | 207827 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 05/08/2053 | Born Lawrence, Otago, on 19 Jul 1927. Butcher by trade. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl in Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while Apptd 2i/c Section C Platoon on 8 Oct 1951. Promoted Lance Corporal on 12 Jan 1952 then to Temporary Corporal on 14 Apr 1952. Promoted Corporal on 14 Jul 1952 and became Section Commander. Posted from 10 (NZ Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ on 4 Aug 1952 then returned to 10 Tpt Coy on 3 Oct 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 13 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 5 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 24 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Nov 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.641 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Dunedin. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Perth, Western Australia on 21 Jan 1988 aged 61 years. |
| CROWLEY, Michael | 14315 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 26/09/2054 | Born Cork, Eire 24 Jun 1922. Was a messenger before he joined the RN on 7 Sep 1937 as Boy 2nd Class. Issued with Service Number D/JX154775. Initial posting was to HMS Caledonia a cadet training ship. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 7 May 1938. Served briefly in Colombo (light cruiser), Diomede (light cruiser), before being drafted to Drake then Maori (Tribal-class destroyer) 10 Nov 1938 and was with the ship at St Angelo (Malta) 16 Jan 1939, came back to Britain 1 Sep 1939 and served in the North Sea and took part in the Norwegian Campaign. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 24 Jun 1940 and to Able Seaman 23 Dec 1940. In May 1941 was involved in the search for Bismarck and made a torpedo attack with other destroyers on the enemy vessel. Drafted to Paris (old battleship seized from the French Jul 41 and made a depot ship). Drafted to Vansittart 27 May 1942 to 16 Sep 1943 a destroyer capable of 34 knots and was in the Atlantic in preparation for Operation Pedestal (Relief of Malta). Drafted to Devonshire (heavy cruiser) 2 Oct 1943–27 Nov 1944 which often escorted carriers until the war’s end. Served in Bideford (sloop) 28 Jan–10 Jun 1945 then Childers (destroyer) 4 Dec 1945–7 May 1947. This ship operated from Malta. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Sep 1946. While in Defiance he advanced on 4 Dec 1948 to Leading Seaman. His last ship was Maidstone a submarine depot ship 6 Sep 1950–17 Aug 1952. HIs last two stations were Defiance and Victory for administration purposes. Discharged from RN 23 Sep 1952 to join the RNZN. His WWII service medals not known but could include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN as an Able Seaman 24 Sep 1952 and advanced to Leading Seaman the next day. Bellona had arrived at Portsmouth on 6 Sep 1952, so he was drafted to her and arrived in Auckland 14 Dec 1952. Served in Philomel Jan to Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki on 18 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ 26 Sep 1964. Served in Tamaki 24 Feb 1955 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer 1 Mar 1956. Later went to HMAS Watson 13 Jul–12 Nov 1956. Most of his service thereafter was in Philomel or Tamaki where he was no doubt involved in training young sailors. He served in Paea on two occasions and advanced to Petty Officer 1 Mar 1957. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal and gratuity 1 Dec 1958. His last ship was Rotoiti 12 Jan 1961–30 Aug 1962. Discharged to RA 23 Sep 1962. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CRUDEN, James Alexander | 13208 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Eltham, Taranaki 9 Jul 1932. Farm labourer before enlisting in the RNZN on 19 Jan 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. Served in Bellona and Lachlan (advanced to Able Seaman 19 Jul 1951) before being sent to HMAS Rushcutter 24 Oct 1951–28 Mar 1952 for a training course. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952–23 Nov 1953 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escorts. On RTNZ was in Philomel 18 Mar–2 Aug 1954. Attended another course at HMAS Rushcutter 3 Aug 1954–31 Mar 1955 and later served in Black Prince. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. DEE 8 Jul 1956 and went to live at Manaia, Taranaki. |
| CRUDGINGTON, Henry Thomas | 12322 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 30/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Bow, London 13 Jan 1926. Enlisted in the Royal Navy 13 Sep 1943 and was issued with the Service No C/JX 601338. Initial posting was to HMS Duke a shore station where the naval basics were compressed into a six-week course. Drafted to HMS Valkyrie on the Isle of Man (the Douglas Head Hotel became HMS Valkyrie during WWII) to train as a Radar operator. Drafted in 1946 to Braganza a shore station near Bombay (now Mumbai). Was next sent to Ceylon to HMS Mayina, then to Lanka which again were shore stations. Little from his service record show that these were mostly linked to Fleet Air Arm support facilities. Henry then returned to Pembroke at Chatham. Enlisted to RNZN at HMNZS Cook at the New Zealand High commission in London 5 Jul 1948. Served in Hawea 1948–49 and was drafted to Pukaki 12 Feb 1950. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 to serve on escort at patrol duties mainly on the west coast waters of Korea. Henry was a radar operator. Posted to Tamaki in Jan 1951 and was discharged to shore engagement expired 26 Jul 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. WWII Medal entitlement not shown of the remnant of his service record. |
| CRYER, Barry John | 13409 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Ngaruawahia 30 Dec 1934. Grocer's boy before entering the RNZN on 21 Sep 1950 as Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Bellona 13 Jun–16 Dec 1951. Drafted for passage to Rotoiti 17 Dec 1951–2 Feb 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korea. On arrival in Sasebo, Japan he was TSFD to Taupo 3 Feb 1952. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties but did spend considerable time patrolling the east coast of Korea bombarding shore targets such as bridges and railway tunnels. On 20 Feb 1952 Taupo while patrolling on the east coast spotted some 15 sampans filled with communist troops trying to land on Yang-Do Island which has a small garrison of US and Korean troops. Taupo destroyed 10 of these before she had to withdraw as the communist artillery had the range and started to straddle the ship. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 30 Jun 1952. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 26 Jan 1953. Advanced to Able Seaman in Philomel 30 Sep 1953. Also served in Kiwi. Served in Hawea (with Pukaki) which escorted Endeavour to Antarctica in Dec 1956 with Sir Edmund Hillary's Trans Antarctic Expedition. Also served in Rotoiti, Irirangi, Stawell and twice in Royalist. DEE 18 Oct 1961. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CRYER, Claude Angus | 208761 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 11/12/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Horotiu, near Hamilton on 15 Sep 1950. Came from Ngaruawahia. Previous service in the Interim Army ex NZ Temporary Staff 2 Sep 1946 to 5 May 1947. Self-employed taxi driver. Attested 24 Aug 1952 at Hamilton as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to NZ Base HQ 19 Jan 1953. His entry to Korea delayed because of AWOL Entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Posted from Reinforcement Training Unit to 16 Fd Regt. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 24 Feb 1953. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 5 Mar 1953 and again 11–12 Mar 1953. Moved between NZ Base HQ and NZRTU several times. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 26 Apr 1954 and M/I to this unit three days later. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (Furlough) on 1Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and furlough. Deplaned Auckland 22 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned at Auckland on 26 Jul 1954 for further service in Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 5 Aug 1954. Re-entered Korea 6 Aug 1954 and M/I to his unit on 8 Aug 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 3 Nov 1954 to Temporary Corporal 6 Mar 1955 and Promoted Corporal 15 Apr 1955. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Apr 1955. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy and struck off NZ Roll 6 Jun 1955. Accidentally injured 14 Jun 1955 and admitted to 43 US MASH. Discharged direct to unit on 28 Jul 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Oct 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Oct 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1955. Discharged 18 Jan 1956 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.542 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Ngaruawahia. Later joined TF and served in 4 Medium Regt, RNZA from 2 Apr 1959 to 1 Jan 1963. Highest rank achieved Temporary Sergeant. |
| CRYSELL, Kim | 206766 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Wellington 6 May 1932. Came from Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt. Enlisted on 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement (2nd flight. Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air but Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Instructor RNZA. M/I to NZRTU on arrival in Japan. Posted 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, Gun crew on Dog 2 and Dog 3 guns and was also Battery Duty NCO. Gunner Crysell (Stokes Valley) photographed with Bombardier C.J Nevill (Palmerston North) and Gunner P.T. Goaley (Feilding). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jan 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jan 1954 and served as a Gunnery Instructor for further Kayforce intakes. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Nov 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living Otaki 2013. Died Otaki 12 Jun 2018 aged 87 years |
| CULL, Alan Hunter | 202450 | Captain | NZ Base HQ Dent Sec | RNZDC | 10/12/2050 | 04/02/2053 | Born Palmerston North on 28 Mar 1924. Employed as a dentist by Wellington Hospital Board before enlistment in Kayforce. Served in the Territorial Force in 1950. Ex 2 Mobile Dental Unit. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Travelled to Korea via Brisbane and Manila. OC, Kayforce Mobile Dental Section from Dec 1950 to Feb 1953. Posted to Base HQ but mainly attached to 16 Fd Regt. Pictured in the Weekly News of 16 May 1951 inspecting Gunner Sinton’s teeth. Appointed MBE London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402, for “…outstanding service maintaining Kayforce dental health”. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Reposted to 2 Mobile Dental Unit, Territorial Force after discharge from Kayforce. Later, Major TF, 14 Sep 1954. Living in Palmerston North from 2004. Visited him at his home in 2020. |
| CULLEN, Pangu | 203704 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Auckland 10 Nov 1928. He was a labourer for Turners and Growers, Produce Merchants. Enlisted in Kayforce on 31 Aug 1950. Advance Party No.1, emplaned Whenuapai on RNZAF DC3 aircraft on 7 Dec 1950. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front so everyone returned to Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU 22 Mar 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 19 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He served overseas one year 226 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Sep 1952. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM and also awarded a Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. The last items were issued on 15 Apr 2013. |
| CULPAN, Frederick | 13808 | Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Halifax, Yorkshire, UK, 1 Feb 1921. Was a lorry drivers’ mate before he enlisted in the RN as Stoker 2nd Class on a 12-year engagement 4 Jan 1940. Given the Service No D/KX101548. Initial training was in Drake and Woolwich. Drafted 4 Sep 1940 to Maidstone, a submarine depot ship. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 4 Jan 1941. Drafted to Clare (destroyer) a lend-lease vessel Oct 1941 involved in convoy protection between Britain and Gibraltar and then convoy escort duties for Allied landings in Sicily. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 8 Aug 1943. When this ship was in for a refit, he was drafted 1 Feb 1944 to Loch y (destroyer) and took part in Atlantic convoy protection. On 6 Jun 1944 Loch y was involved in the anti-submarine screening of the task force for Operation Neptune, the Allied landing in Normandy. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker 8 Aug 1944. Loch y was at Sheba (Aden) 1 Oct 1944 and then at Lanka and Mayina (Ceylon now Sri Lanka) 1 Feb 1945. Drafted 12 Nov 1945 to Saumarez at Highflyer (Trincomalee, Ceylon) and returned to Britain 17 Nov 1945. A short time at Drake IV and was drafted on 7 Mar 1946 to Consort and by 1 Feb 1947 he was at Tamar (RN Base at Hong Kong). Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 15 Jan 1948. TSFD to London (heavy cruiser) 22 Jan 1948 and sailed up the Yangtze River to try and assist Amethyst which had been trapped by the advancing communist forces. London suffered damage to her two forward 8-inch turrets and X-turret rendered in-operable and her bridge suffered several hits. She had to withdraw to Hong Kong and then returned to the UK in Aug 1949. Apparently Stoker Mechanic Culpan just missed the Amethyst affair and returned to the UK earlier being shown at Drake on 18 Apr 1949. Drafted to Hartland Point a RN maintenance ship 6 Sep 1949–30 Jun 1950. Next drafted to HMS Jupiter which appears to be a shore station for the Reserve Fleet in 1950. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 5 Jul 1950 and to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 5 Aug 1951. Discharged from RN 8 May 1952 to join RNZN. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France & Germany’ clasp, Africa Star with clasp, Italy Star and War Medal 1939–45. Entered the RNZN as Stoker Mechanic at Maori 9 May 1952. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic the following day and to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 11 May 1952. Served in Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–19 Sep 1954, then Bellona 20 Sep 1954. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 15 May 1955 which sailed from Auckland to serve in Korean waters during the period Aug 1955–Jul 1956. Also served in Stawell, at Irirangi and returned to Black Prince 4 Jun 1958. Also served in Lachlan and three more short stays in Pukaki before discharge to Retiring Allowance 8 Aug 1962. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CULPAN, Nelson Derham | 203004 | 2nd Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/02/2051 | Born Auckland on 21 Apr 1918. He was a member of the 7th Reinforcements for 2 NZEF with Service No 65647. Entered Camp on 6 Jun 1941. Embarked 13 Sep 1941 and disembarked in Egypt on 13 Sep 1941. Temporary Corporal reverted to rank 9 Sep 1941. Served in 18 NZ Bn 12 Jan–13 Sep 1942 then TSFD to 24 Bn on 14 Sep 1942. Reported as SAFE on 17 Sep 1942. Admitted 6 (NZ) Fd Amb 25 Sep 1942. M/O from 31 NZ Bn to 18 (NZ) Armd Regt and became a Trooper on 27 Dec 1942. Embarked Port Said 7 Nov 1943 and served in Italy in 18 (NZ) Armd Regt. Embarked Taranto for return to Egypt and was posted to NZAC Trg Depot 28 Feb 1945. Achieved Temporary Sergeant but reverted to Corporal. RTNZ on 30 Sep 1945 and was discharged on 4 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as an Auckland City Council inspector. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and was sent to Trentham Camp for an OCTU training. Continued training at Waiouru. Posted from OCTU to 16 Fd Regt on being granted first commission. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde as a 2nd Lieutenant and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 13 Jan 1951. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 10 Feb 1951. M/O 19 Feb 1951 for TOD to NZ for Reinf Trg Team. Flown from Japan to Sydney and travelled on MV Wanganella to disembark Wellington on 26 Feb 1951. Served overseas 26 days. Was involved with training 2nd Reinforcements at Waiouru but had poor command of men and limited gunner knowledge. Admitted Camp Hosp 14–15 May 1951. Discharged 22 Jun 1951. Posted to the Retired List 23 Jun 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Northcote, Takapuna. Died at Raetihi on 5 Mar 1981 aged 63 years. Entitled to NZOSM. |
| CUMMING, Kenneth James | 204425 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 08/09/2054 | Born Thames, New Zealand 21 Jun 1927. He was a farm hand employed by Mr S.R. Clarke of Mangapiko, Te Awamutu. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt on 24 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952 and M/I to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 4 Jan–15 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 4 May 1953 while holding the appointment of Troop Tara NCO. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 22Jul 1953, to Temporary Sergeant Troop TARA NCO (Technical Assistant RA) on 31 Aug 1953 and to Temporary Staff Sergeant and appointed Bty QMS on 15 Feb 1954 and to Staff Sergeant on 12 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas two years 22 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died at his home in Kawakawa, on 29 Oct 1998 aged 71 years. Good friend of Sergeant Nolan 161 Bty. |
| CUMMINS, John Robert | 208196 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 07/05/2054 | Born Christchurch 27 Jan 1928 and came from Spreydon. Attested 12 Apr 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (Further detail on Wahine voyage see the Introduction.) Flown from Darwin 11pm 3 Sep 1951 and deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 8 Sep 1951. Attended a cooking course in Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on furlough. Deplaned Wellington 2 Jan 1953. Re-emplaned Wellington 25 Feb 1953 for Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Reposted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Lance Corporal,11 Jun 1953. Embarked 7 May 1954 on SS Taiyuan for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Harewood 5 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea two years 256 days. Discharged shortly after return to NZ on 1 Jun 1954. Later re-joined Regular Force. Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook and disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957. M/I Nee Soon Transit Camp then went to Kotta Tinggi for training. Served as Private in D Coy, 1 NZ Regt, Tracker Team Malaya 1957–59. Embarked Penang 25 Nov 1959 on TSS Captain Cook and disembarked Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Subsequent service Poananga’s Battalion. Deplaned Changi 28 Nov 1965. Served in Borneo 7 Jun–6 Oct 1966. Awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’. Battalion HQ Regimental Aid Post. Also served in South Vietnam with 161 Bty. Emplaned 11 Nov 1969 and deplaned Vung Tau 12 Nov 1969 RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai 20 Nov 1970. Awarded both Vietnam medals. Posted to RNZAMC Depot 21 Dec 1970. Posted to 2 General Hospital, 22 Oct 1972. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class RNZAMC. Last appointment in the Army was at the Defence Medical Store, Trentham Camp. Retired 13 Oct 1982. Died Upper Hutt 26 Dec 1998 aged 70 years. Buried at Akatarawa Cemetery, 5 Jan 1999. Family sold medal group (with some replacement and blank medals) to Geoff Oldham who subsequently sold them to a collector in early 2000. |
| CUNDY, Joseph Neville | 15045 | Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 2 Feb 1936. Entered the RNZN 4 Feb 1954 as an electrical mechanic recruit. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and continued his training in Philomel. Drafted to Irirangi 29 Jul 1954 but was there only for a short time as he was drafted to HMAS Cerberus 14 Oct 1954–13 Jul 1955 to attend electrical courses. On RTNZ he was drafted back to Irirangi 19 Jul 1955 and advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 2 Feb 1956. Advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 11 Sep 1956. On 2 Apr 1957 he was drafted to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. Advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate 6 Nov 1957. On RTNZ he remained in Royalist until 14 Nov 1958 and then after one day was drafted back to Irirangi on 14 Nov 1958. Drafted to Endeavour 13 Dec 1958 and may well have sailed to Antarctica during this posting. He served briefly in Wakefield and was then drafted to Philomel 8 May 1959. He again served in Irirangi 5 Apr 1960 to 28 Feb 1962. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Radio Electrician 28 Nov 1960. In Aug 1962 he was sent to the UK and held at Maori, as a crewman to bring Otago to NZ after commissioning land he remained in that vessel until 13 Oct 1964. He later served in Taranaki 5 May 1965–14 Nov 1966. Advanced to Acting Chief Radio Electrician Mechanic on 8 Dec 1966. The remainder of his service included time in COMAUCK, Otago again (twice), Philomel and Tasman. DEE 16 Apr 1977. Later NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), GSM 1962 (Borneo), Naval LS&GC Medal and Gratuity 4 Feb 1967 and PJM. |
| CUNDY, Warren Grenville | 14044 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Wellington on 10 Aug 1935. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan 1953 which represented the RNZN at the Coronation in 1953. On RTNZ served in Bellona. Drafted to Pukaki 26 Apr 1955. Travelled to Korea via Australia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong and Japan. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore, New Caledonia, Fiji. Medal entitlement; NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K) and PJM. Spent most of his sea service in the larger units of the RNZN, Black Prince, Bellona and Royalist. DEE 27 Aug 1961. Shipmate of Kelvin Mason. |
| CUNNINGHAM, Ian Herbert (Slim) | 11583 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Greymouth, 20 Mar 1930. Enlisted in RNZN in 1947. Gun layer 2nd Class Rotoiti. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952. Travelled to Korean waters via Raoul Island to Kure, Japan. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Returned to Auckland 19 Mar 1953 via Sydney. DEE on 19 Mar 1954. Enlisted in the Army on 24 May 1954. Mortar Platoon Sergeant, Headquarters Company, 1 NZ Regt in Taiping, Malaya 1957–1960. Was an instructor at the School of Artillery in Waiouru, RNZA. Served in South Vietnam in 161 Bty (twice). First time 16 Jul 1965–11 Dec 1965. Medivac because of sickness. Second tour in 1967–68. On RTNZ was posted to Waikato Bay of Plenty Army Area, 28 May 1975 as a Warrant Officer 1st Class. Discharged from the Army (6 Hauraki Regiment) on 2 Feb 1980. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, Vietnam Medal, LS&GC Medal (Military), KWSM, Vietnamese Campaign Medal. His own comment circa 2004, “Lucky to be alive.” Living in Dunedin in 2004. Died Dunedin Hospital 23 Oct 2011. |
| CUNNINGHAM, Kenneth Frank | 12804 | Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Edmonton, Middlesex, UK, 7 Feb 1920. Factory hand before enlisting in the RN on 2 Apr 1938 as Stoker 2nd Class. Served in Bulldog (destroyer) then Foxhound (destroyer) 15 Jan 1939–31 Dec 1940, both operating from Pembroke 2. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class 12 Apr 1939. On 1 Sep 1939 Foxhound with two other destroyers sunk U-39 the first u-boat kill of WWII. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 14 Nov 1940. 13 Apr 1940 was involved in the 2nd Battle of Narvik in Cossack (famous for boarding the Altmark in Norwegian waters and rescuing British prisoners) and sunk the German destroyer Erich Giese In May escorted HM cruisers Glasgow and Berwick carrying Royal Marines for British occupation of Iceland. Was heavily involved in the Mediterranean in Jul as part of the force to negotiate future deployments of French warships. This attempt failed and an air attack followed on the French battleship Dunkerque. Advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary) 14 Nov 1941. Returned to the UK Aug. After refit was back in action in the Mediterranean and took part in three convoys to Malta and convoys between Gibraltar and the UK. In Apr 1942. Cunningham was drafted to Velox (destroyer) which was involved in convoy escorts and protection between Gibraltar, Freetown and Capetown and continuation of convoy escorts in the Atlantic. Advanced to Leading Stoker 12 Feb 1943 and Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 13 Sep 1943. His next ship Vivien (destroyer) served in coastal convoy protection and on 24 Feb 1943 was in action against mine laying E-boats ESE of Great Yarmouth. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 13 Sep 1944. Drafted to LST 3016 11 Sep 1945 which soon sailed to St Angelo (Malta). Returned to Britain circa late 1946. Served briefly in Start Bay and in Pluto. Discharged to Shore by Purchase 26 Jun 1948. His WWII Medals may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star and War Medal. Entered RNZN 6 Jun 1949 at Maori, London as Stoker Mechanic and advanced the following days to Leading Stoker Mechanic and then to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. Served in Lachlan Jul–Nov 1949 and in Bellona Feb–Oct 1950. Served in Philomel and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 5 Aug 1951. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and departed for overseas service in Korean waters 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 10 Nov 1953, p.6002. “This Chief Petty Officer Mechanic is an outstanding rating who has at all times performed his duties efficiently and cheerfully. He has been a good influence on his subordinates which has contributed a great deal to the operational efficiency of the ship in the war zone during the past twelve months. Although at one time his wife was seriously ill for quite a long time he never let this affect his service responsibilities or his cheerfulness. He is always well turned out, is respectful and loyal and has excellent qualities of leadership.” Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal (1954). Discharged to Shore by Purchase 21 Feb 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Sadly no detail of his WWII awards is noted on the remaining fragment of his service record. |
| CUNNINGHAM, Michael Paul | 621347 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/07/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Emplaned Auckland 12 Jul 1954 on Teal flight from to Sydney. Travelled by civil air to Japan via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 17 Jul 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU approx 22 Jul 1954 and employed as a driver. Transport Pl not known. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Discharged 26 Apr 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CUNNINGHAM, Ronald Joseph | 459166 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Taihape 24 Nov 1930. Labourer for Mr Dave Moore, Stratford. Called up for 5th CMT Intake. Enlisted in Kayforce 12 Aug 1953. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney 10 Feb 1954. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Feb. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 Feb 1954 and entered Korea 23 Feb 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt 18 Oct 1954 to NZRTU and M/I to this unit 23 Oct 1954. Posted to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 25 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 14 Jul 1955. Granted 6-month extension to his tour in Korea from 13 Aug 1955. Promoted Temporary Bombardier as Postal Orderly 15 Aug 1955 and to Bombardier 15 Nov 1955. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 7 Feb 1956 while NCO i/c section Brit Com Disposals Org. Blotted his copy book and was fined £5.00. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 2 years 132 days. Discharged 31 Aug 1956 and was posted to his earlier TF unit–2 Fd Regt, RNZA. Later issued NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Base Hospital, New Plymouth 17 Jul 2022 aged 91 years. |
| CUNNINGHAM, William de Vere | 689799 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/11/2053 | 07/05/2055 | Born Wellington on 8 Jun 1930. He was a member of RNZNVR in the rate of seaman for two years from 1948. Employed as a carpet planner and later employed at Griffin & Sons Biscuit Factory, Lower Hutt. Attested in Kayforce at Wellington on 1 Jul 1953. Training for service in Korea was conducted mainly in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZA at Burnham on 28 May 1954. Emplaned Auckland 18 Nov 1953 as a GNR on an RNZAF Hastings and flew to Japan, deplaning at Iwakuni on 21 Nov 1953. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy on 29 Dec 1953 and entered Korea on 30 Dec 1953. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 6 Sep 1954. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 16 Apr 1954 (Malaria) and was discharged from 25 Canadian FDS direct to unit on 22 Apr 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Storeman) on 4 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Corporal (butcher) on 9 Mar 1955. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ on and deplaned NZ 7 May 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jul 1955 and posted to the Class ‘C’ Reserve. |
| CUNNINGHAME, Donald | 13560 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Timaru on 3 Oct 1935. Enlisted in RNZN 25 Jan 1951 as Boy 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to and served in Bellona as Seaman Boy. Drafted to Hawea 30 May 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman. Returned to Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Later served three tours in Lachlan. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M) and KWSM. DEE on 2 Oct 1961. Died Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, 10 Apr 2000 aged 64 years. |
| CURLEW, Maurice | 522299 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Wellington on 6 Jun 1931. Served in the 5th intake of CMT. Employed as a milk roundsman in Wellington before he attested in Kayforce on 16 Jun 1954. Emplaned RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and was then posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 20 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Oct 1954. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ to attend a typing course 15 Oct to 12 Nov 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (clerk) on 16 Mar and to Lance Corporal on 14 Apr 1956. Granted a 12-month extension of service to date from 17 Apr 1956. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Base HQ on 12 Nov 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Apr 1956. M/O to NZ Component British Commonwealth Forces Korea on 15 May 1956. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp and Struck off NZ Roll 31 May 1956. Discharged to NZ Comp BCFK and TSFD back to the NZ Roll on 13 Jun 1956. Understood he emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned ex RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 253 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Aug 1956 and posted to the Territorial Force (Wellington Regt). Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CURREEN, Edward Douglas | 203676 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born Herekino, Northland, on 10 Dec 1924. Attested in Jayforce with Service No 638999 on 3 Apr 1946. Embarked on HMT Chitral on 30 Jul 1946 and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served for a period in 27 Bn and also in Tokyo Bn. RTNZ 27 Aug 1947 and was discharged 3 Oct 1947. He was formerly a Police Constable and was working as a labourer on the Mangakino Hydro scheme. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 in KMB and embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde to sail for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 20 Feb 1951 and M/I to his unit on 24 Feb. Fd Regt Gun Number. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt on 26 Apr 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ, deplaning Auckland 10 May 1952 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 153 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Jun 1952. On discharge he returned to Mangakino No.1 Camp. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.650 was sent on 29 Feb 1957 to his mother’s address in Hobsonville. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CURREY, Raymond Joseph (Ray) | 13285 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Mount Albert, Auckland, 5 May 1932. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 1 Jun 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman (OSea). After training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 19 Jan 1951 then to Philomel 24 Jul 1951. Sent to HMAS Ruschcutter on course 5 Aug–24 Nov 1951. In Philomel briefly then drafted to Rotoiti 1 Jan 1952 with a qualification of TD3. His rate of Able Seaman was backdated to 1 Sep 1951. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. When Taupo arrived in Japan he was TSFD from Rotoiti to Taupo 18 Sep 1952 and remained in Korean waters. He spent part of two winters in these waters. RTNZ in Taupo on 23 Jan 1953. Served in Philomel 26 Jan–29 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Sent to HMAS Ruschcutter again 30 Jul–10 Dec 1953. On RTNZ was in Philomel for two months then drafted to Black Prince 3 Feb 1954. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Feb 1955. Ray Currey was killed in a mishandled demolition charge explosion on Black Prince on 23 Mar 1955. He and Petty Officer Reginal Harry Tyler died in a vain attempt to dispose this charge overboard. Discharged Dead 23 Mar 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| CURRIE, Alan James | 920785 | Private | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Timaru on 1 Jul 1932. Farm Worker. Employed by NZ Railways Dept before attestation in Kayforce on 21 Apr 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 28 Aug 1954 for Korea on RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep 1954 and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC. Entered Korea on 8 Sep 1954 and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy on 9 Sep 1954. M/O to Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 12 Mar 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged 3 Jun 1956 and was posted to TF unit. Enlisted in the RF on 11 May 1959. Posted to 2 NZ Regt. Embarked TSS Captain Cook and disembarked Penang 25 Nov 1959 and M/I to Sobraon Camp, Taiping, Malaya. RO 5/59 HQ NZ Army Force FARELF dated 9 Dec 1959. M/O 30 Jul 1960 and attached FAP to HQ, KL Garrison. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ issued 15 Jul 1960, Schedule No.2. M/O Sobraon Camp Taiping 23 Nov 1961 and emplaned Changi Singapore for RTNZ. Deplaned Whenuapai 26 Nov 1962 from RNZAF aircraft. Re-engaged 11 May 1962. Also served in Lieutenant Colonel Gurr’s Battalion 1963–65. Promoted Temporary Sergeant during tour. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class RNZCT Instructor Catering. Warrant Officer 1st Class Posted to Wellington Platoon, RNZASC at Fort Dorset, Catering Adviser, Apr 1974. Retired from 2 Composite Sqn, 25 Apr 1981. Died Ashburton, 30 Apr 2001 aged 68 years. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’ and LS&GC Medal 4 Feb 1981. |
| CURRIE, Leslie Robert | 206767 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/05/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Came from Wellington. Previous service in the Army. Enlisted 9 or 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement Draft (Second Flight). Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on Teal flying boat AWATERE to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Discharged from Brit Com Convalescent Trg Depot to NZ Base HQ 24 Aug 1953. Failed to comply with Routine and Standing Orders which resulted in being placed in Brit Com MCE. Released from Brit Com MCE to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 17 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Wellington 5 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.652 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Wellington. |
| CURRIE, Maxwell Frank | 204718 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 09/03/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Geelong, Australia on 4 Sep 1925. He was a motor trimmer and driver for Jewett Motors Otahuhu, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce on 27 Oct 1953. Emplaned 9 Mar 1954 on a Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Mar 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 20 Mar 1953 and entered Korea the next day. M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 23 Mar 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954 and M/I to this unit the same day. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 27 Jul 1954 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure and was discharged on 7 Aug 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 May 1955. Emplaned Qantas, Iwakuni 29 May 1955 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 90 days. Discharged 2 Aug 1955. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 21st Reinforcements on 8 Jan 1956 but did not proceed overseas again and was discharged. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.653 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Joined 1 NZ Regt, Regular Force on 18 Jul 1957 but was discharged 18 Oct 1957, SNLR. |
| CURRIE, Robert George Jarvie | 711849 | Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ | NZ Regt | 06/10/2053 | 01/01/1970 | Born Auckland on 16 May 1930. Journalist for Wilson and Horton, Auckland. Appointed to Kayforce and attested on 22 Jul 1953. Emplaned 6 Oct 1953 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney for passage to Japan. Continued by air and deplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deployment. Posted to NZ Base HQ and entered Korea 1 Oct 1953. Sent on TOD to 1 Comwel Div and also to 16 Fd Regt on several occasions and returning.to NZ Base HQ. Temporary Captain, while employed as PRO, NZ Kayforce, 1 Jan 1955. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 29 Jan–11 Feb 1955 (fever). Discharge in UK approved 11 Feb 1955. Promoted Captain 1 Apr 1955. Relinquished appointment of PRO Kayforce on 30 Jun 1955. Departed Kure on HMT Asturias on 15 Jul 1955 ETA UK approx 12 Aug 1955. (Same ship as Sergeant Tarrant qv) SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZ Infantry Corps, 18 Sep 1955 and discharged in the UK. Served in Korea one year 290 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| CURRIE, Terence Alfred | 13813 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born West Kirby, Merseyside, UK, 6 Mar 1922. Former Petty Officer, Royal Navy with Service Number D/JX159006. Living at Bristol UK at the time he enlisted in RNZN at Maori (NZ High Commission, London) on 9 May 1952. He was a Torpedo and Anti-Submarine specialist. Served in Lachlan and Bellona. Served in Korean waters in the 1956 deployment of Kaniere to the Far East Fleet. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 and RTNZ 8 May 1957. Regarded as keen and conscientious and a superior type of T.A.S. rating. Awarded RN LS&GC Medal. Served again in Lachlan as Chief Petty Officer Coxswain after returning to NZ. Discharged to RA 8 May 1962 and returned to the UK to live at Whitehaven, Somerset. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CURRIN, Gordon Earl | 712997 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington 29 Jul 1935. Was a New Zealand Railways fireman working in Wellington before he entered the RNZN as a Stoker on 28 Jan 1954. He underwent training in Tamaki then Philomel and was drafted to Bellona 28 Jun 19 Sep 1954 for his first sea service. He next served in Black Prince 20 Sep 1954–12 Aug 1956 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 Nov 1954 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Olphert an RNZN Reserve unit in Wellington. Drafted to Royalist 5 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 and the Second Commission voyage to Asia. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in the ship until Nov 1958. Served in Lachlan 7 Mar 1959–23 May 1960 and advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) (Local) 6 Feb 1960 and to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 17 Feb 1960. Served in Lachlan again and Philomel. Discharged BNPS 20 Dec 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| CURRY, Arthur James Thomas | 13496 | Stoker | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Masterton, Wairarapa, 23 Oct 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 20 Sep 1950 as a Stoker. He trained in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted to Taupo 28 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for Korea in Taupo on 29 Aug 1951 and served on that ship until 9 Oct 1951. TSFD to HMS Belfast 10 Oct 1951–20 Jan 1952 (cruiser) for some work experience in a large fighting ship. Belfast is now a floating memorial museum on the Thames in London and last of the 6-inch gun British cruisers. He then served in Hawea 21 Jan–8 Mar 1952, advanced to Stoker Mechanic 8 Jan 1952 and returned to Auckland. Served in Philomel 10 Mar 1952 and was drafted to Bellona 19 Jun 1952 and then back to Philomel 16 Jan 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 as Leading Stoker Mechanic and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Both Korean Medals awarded (Medals sent for engraving at RNZN Dockyard 5 Sep 1957. Sent to Royalist after engraving.) Served in Royalist in Malayan, Japanese and Korean waters during the 2nd commission 20 May 1957–4 Jul 1958 and was awarded the NGSM (M) with clasp ‘Malaya’. Sent to the UK in Feb 1960 as part of the Advance Party to sail Taranaki to NZ for the RNZN. Served in Taranaki during Confrontation and was awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’. By now he was a Marine Engineering Mechanician. Also awarded RN LS&GC Medal 1965. Led the first group of four Engineering personnel on loan, advisors to Royal Malaysian Navy 27 Jan 1967 to 3 Feb 1969. British Empire Medal in QB Hons 1970 (Chief Marine Engineering Mechanician). Discharged to RA on 27 Sep 1970. Living in Blenheim 2003. Also awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Blenheim, 10 Jul 2004 aged 73 years. |
| CURRY, Brian Peter Hugh | 204458 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 11/12/2052 | 06/07/2054 | Born Hamilton on 13 Jul 1930. Employed as a Grocer and driver for Read and Moxsom of Murupara. Attested 17 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 11 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to RNZA. Attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo on 15 Jan 1953. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 16 Jan 1953. M/I to NZRTU and CTBA to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 26 Jan 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 5 Feb 1953. Entered Korea on 10 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ to attend a Postal Course 13–29 Apr 1953 then returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Served in HQ platoon. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Jun 1956. Emplaned 3 Jul 1954 Iwakuni for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 208 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.654 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Hamilton. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Blenheim on 25 Jan 1982 aged 51 years. |
| CURTIS, Ethelbert George | 206092 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/09/2051 | Born Levin on 3 Jan 1926. Employed as a labourer by L. Duncan Levin. Served in BCOF, Japan (651567, Private, NZ Infantry) Sailed from Wellington in the HMT Chitral on 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ on 27 Aug 1947. Served in 22 Bn. Discharged from Jayforce on 3 Oct 1947. He was living in Levin at the time he applied for service in Korea. Entered camp 29 Aug 1950 to train for Korea and was attested the same day. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 4 Apr 1951. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged but remained on the X(i) List on 8 Jun 1951. TSFD to the NZ Roll (Medical) RTNZ 24 Aug 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ (medical reasons). He was one of seven medical evacuees who RTNZ on this flight to Sydney. Disembarked from SS Aorangi in Auckland on 10 Sep 1951. Served overseas 275 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce on 23 Nov 1951. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.655 sent 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Levin |
| CURTIS, Harold | 213045 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Grey Lynn, Auckland, on 28 Feb 1926. Employed as a driver at Dobson State Coal Mine, Greymouth. Enlisted in Kayforce on 17 Jun 1954. Emplaned 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight at Harewood bound for Australia. Deplaned Japan 25 Sep 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 8 Nov 1954 and appointed 2i/c Section. Promoted Temporary Corporal on 1 Apr 1955 and appointed Section i/c. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for M/C Team 22–24 Jun 1955. Granted 12-month extension of service 12 Oct 1955 but this was cancelled 18 Jan 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956 and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 15 Mar 1956. Promoted Corporal on 1 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 29 May 1956. Joined Regular Force NZ Regt on 1 Aug 1957 at Burnham Camp. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington at 5pm on 28 Nov 1957 for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Camp 28 Dec 1957. Went to the Jungle Warfare School at Kotta Tinggi before moving to North Malaya. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Penang for RTNZ and disembarked at Lyttelton on 15 Dec 1959. M/O from 1 Bn 4 Jan 1960 on transfer to ND Sigs Tp, RNZ Sigs at Sylvia Park, Auckland, and was accommodated at Fort Cautley, North Shore. Discharged at own request on 31 Jul 1961. Died Greymouth, 5 Jan 1998 aged 72 years. Later entitled or awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| CURTIS, Mana | 593596 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Rotorua on 25 May 1931. He was a dairy factory worker at Oxford Dairy Co, Okato, Taranaki. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 26 Jan 1953 at New Plymouth. Emplaned Auckland 25 Jun 1953 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and from Sydney to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953 but the actual date of entry to Korea is not given. Disregarded several Routine and Standing orders both in NZ and overseas which resulted in a several weeks detention and loss of money. AWOL 22 days and negligently driving vehicles were frequent as shown in Part II Routine Orders. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. He also neglected to obey Standing Orders on HMT New Australia. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 150 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955 and posted to a TF Unt. Attested in the NZ Regular Force on 1 Aug 1957 for a three-year engagement for FARELF. Posted to 1 NZ Regt. Posted to Active Service 27 Nov 1957. TSFD to Territorial Force Reserve and discharged SNLR. |
| CURTIS, Morton Josephsen | 924498 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Owaka, Otago, 20 Aug 1931. Fisherman then worked for Love Construction, Dunedin. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 17 May 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Admitted Brit Com Z Medical Unit from Canadian Detention Barracks 10 Jul 1954. Discharged from the medical unit and re-committed to Canadian Det Bks 13 Jul 1954 until 1 Aug when he was returned to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Harewood deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged 25 Jan 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Dunedin 8 Mar 2013 aged 82 years. |
| CURTIS, Raymond Gordon | 13878 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Swindon, Wiltshire, UK, 15 Jul 1925. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RN as an Ordinary Telegraphist on 6 Sep 1943 with Service No D/MX 612615. Underwent training in Impregnable and then Drake where he changed to Acting Steward 19 Nov 1943. Drafted to Spartiate (RN Shore station in Glasgow) 10 May 1944 for Implacable (fleet carrier) which was commissioned 28 Aug 1944. Advanced to Steward 13 Aug 1944. Implacable took part in anti-shipping and attacks on air base operations in Norway in Oct and Nov but was dry docked to repair weather damage Dec–mid Feb. Sailed from Scapa Flow mid-Mar to offload aircraft at Colombo (Ceylon–now Sri Lanka) and join British Pacific Fleet in Sydney. Operated from Manus with the US fleet and carried out attacks on Truk and Japanese mainland in Jun and Jul 1945. Ray Curtis served in Nabbington an RN Naval Air station located to Nowra, New South Wales, Australia 12 Sep 1945–13 Jan 1946. Returned to HMS Implacable 14 Jan 1946–3 Aug 1946 visited Melbourne and sailed for Britain arriving in Jun 1946. Completed his RN Service in Drake and was discharged 14 Nov 1946. He may have received the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic, Burma Stars and War Medal. Entered RNZN 14 Aug 1952 at Maori (London) as a steward. Served in Philomel 19 Aug 1953–2 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 3 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Steward (Local 28 Apr 1954) but reverted to Steward 12 Jun 1954. Returned to Auckland 28 Sep 1954. Discharged BNPS 12 Feb 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| CUST, George Patrick | 15678 | Communications Technician (Special Devices) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Ashton-under-Lyne, UK, on 21 May 1931. WWII service in the UK with the Boys Brigade and involved in fire-fighting and general war-like work on the home front. Served in the Royal Navy (Service No D/SSX843102) after WWII. Enlisted in RN 9 Jun 1947. Served in HMS Consort in Korean waters. Consort was involved in the delivery of two agents up the Yalu River (between North Korea and Manchuria). Enlisted in the RNZN 18 Mar 1957 and served in Royalist 2nd Commission. As such was involved in Malayan waters during the Emergency, visited South Vietnam and was in action against the Chinese pirates off Hong Kong. Medals awarded, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), Naval LS&GC Medal with bar and KWSM. Died Christchurch 13 Feb 2012 ages 81 years. |
| CUTFIELD, Robert James | 14249 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Wellington 15 Mar 1932. Slaughterman before joining the RNZN on 22 May 1932 as an Ordinary Seaman. First sea service was in Black Prince 16 Jan–19 Nov 1953 followed by service in Bellona 20 Nov 1953 to 11 Nov 1954. Advanced to Able Seaman 22 Nov 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955–13 Aug 1956 and served in that ship in Korean and Malayan waters during the period Aug 1955–Jul 1956. DEE 21 May 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M). May have also been awarded the NZDSM and PJM. |
| CUTHBERTSON, James | 12136 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Born George Square, Edinburgh, Scotland 20 Jan 1920. He was recruited into the East Scottish Division RNVR in HMS Claverhouse, Leith on 23 Mar 1939 with Service No ESD/X 1815 and was mobilised on 22 Oct 1939 to 27 Dec 1945. On his release he re-joined the East Scottish Division which had now been renamed The Fourth Division and stayed with the unit until Jun 1948 when he joined the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London 14 Jun 1948 as an Able Seaman and was initially drafted to Arabis. Drafted to HMS Loch Achray 18 Aug 1948 and to HMNZS Kaniere as the ship had been renamed on 28 Sep 1948. James was one of the crew who sailed that ship to NZ. Served briefly in Philomel on arrival in NZ Mar 1949 but returned to Kaniere until 9 Feb 1950. Served in Philomel 9 Feb–1 Apr 1950 and was drafted to Taupo 1 Apr 1950 to 19 Jan 1951. He returned to Philomel until 24 Aug 1951 and was drafted to Bellona until 12 Jan 1953. He was awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal on 16 Apr 1951. He was then drafted to Kaniere which was then in the Reserve Fleet, but the ship was reactivated and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. Kaniere RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. Drafted to Bellona for 16 days from 3 May 1954. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter from 19 May–18 Nov 1954 to attend courses. On RTNZ served again in Philomel, where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Mar 1955 and Bellona and then in Hawea, Rotoiti and Philomel. James Cuthbertson advanced to Leading Seaman on 1 Mar 1956. He served in HMS Cardigan Bay for four days 24–28 Nov 1957 when the ship visited New Zealand. Drafted to Royalist 16 Jan 1959–6 Apr 1960 and was then held in Philomel prior to being sent to the UK in May 1960 to become one of the crewmen to bring Otago to NZ. He remained in Otago until 24 Jul 1961. He then served in Philomel until DEE 26 Mar 1962. He soon returned to the RNZN but in a different role. He was employed as a General Service Hand at the Naval Base May 1962 until 29 Jan 83. Awarded British Empire Medal, NY Hons 1982. His WWII Medals are not known. Entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Torbay, Auckland, 25 Feb 2001. |
| D'ATH, Ewan Maurice | 211438 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 20/06/2056 | Born Bulls, Manawatu on 10 Jan 1924. Enlisted 10 Oct 1955 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last). Posted to RNZASC as a steward. Emplaned Auckland 10 Jan 1956 on an RNZAF Hastings and flew via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam and Iwo Jima to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Jan 1956. Travelled from Sasebo to Inchon by ship. Entered Korea 22 Jan 1956. Served at Headquarters NZ Base and also as a driver in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 130 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jul 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM K) and NZDSM. Died 28 Mar 1994 aged 70 years. |
| D'ATH, Joseph Michael | 203677 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Palmerston on 8 Jul 1929. Reporter for the Herald Newspaper at Hamilton. Enlisted at Hamilton. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Training & Reinforcement Battery Gun Number. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by British Commonwealth Pacific Airways charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane New Zealand 24 May 1952 in the rank of Corporal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1952 and returned to Hamilton. |
| DAGG, James Thomas | 204396 | Private | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZAMC | 16/06/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born Cambridge 15 Jul 1929. Grocer from Cambridge. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Medical Corps School Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Sqn as Medical Orderly. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1952 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy as Medical NCO. Promoted through the ranks to Sergeant on 14 Sep 1953. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to Auckland by Teal flight arriving 29 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 287 days. Discharged 1 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tokoroa, 20 Feb 1969 aged 39 years. |
| DAKEN, John Alexander | 10107 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Wairoa 14 Sep 1925. Painter and Paperhanger. Enlisted in RNZN 23 Aug 1944 for hostilities only. Rated Ordinary Seaman. Served in Inchkeith an anti-submarine and minesweeping trawler. Promoted Able Seaman 23 Aug 1945. Later served in Arabis. Awarded Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Discharged 21 Aug 1946. Re-enlisted 11 Aug 1950 as an Able Seaman. Took passage to Japan in Rotoiti and joined Tutira on arrival. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ in Tutira. Served for just over one year in Philomel. DEE 27 Jul 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Clearview, South Australia, 4 Oct 1999 aged 75 years. |
| DAKEN, Richard George | 206274 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Wairoa 14 Sep 1925. Shepherd, at Matawai, a small inland settlement north of Gisborne. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Training for Korea mainly conducted in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in F Troop, 163 Bty. Attended Projectionist Course at Inchon 17 Feb 1952, then posted to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre, Inchon at completion of course. Returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base Camp and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served one year 265 days overseas. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Oct 1952. Died Foxton, 13 Jun 1978 aged 44 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DALE, Herbert Cecil Robinson | 12107 | Writer | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Waimate on 31 Oct 1929. He was a student before he entered the RNZN on 3 Jun 1948 as a Probationary Writer. His first three appointments were to shore establishments. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Jun 1949–2 Feb 1950. He then served in the naval station at Waiouru until 18 Jan 1951 when he returned to Philomel. Drafted to Rotoiti on 23 Nov 1951–13 Jul 1953 for the second deployment to Korean waters. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Promoted Leading Writer on 1 Jan 1953 during his service in Korean waters. DEE as Leading Writer on 2 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. On discharge went to Timaru. Later became a schoolteacher at Ratapiko, Inglewood. |
| DALEY, Brian James | 207932 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born on 13 Dec 1927. Advance Party No.1, emplaned on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then to Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 216 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Oct 1952. |
| DALEY, Morris Edmond | 207899 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born on 26 Mar 1924 possibly Invercargill. Served during WWII in the Army (No.626604, Private, 15th Infantry Reinforcements) in Italy and BCOF, Japan. Departed NZ 20 Apr 1945 RTNZ 8 Sep 1946. Next-of-kin Mrs M. Houlihan (mother) Progress Valley, Niagara, Southland. His War service awards may be Italy Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Initially served in NZ Sigs Troop. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, the posted to this unit and attached to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 on Qantas or BCPA for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 23 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce.15 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.662 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Invercargill. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DALLAS, Bryan | 12460 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born 22 Oct 1930. Employed as a farmhand before entering the RNZN on 30 Sep 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and he was drafted to Bellona 2 Jun 1949–2 Feb 1950. Drafted to Tutira 3 Feb 1950 and advanced to Able Seaman on 2 Mar 1950. TSFD to Pukaki 2 Jul 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950 and served in Philomel 23 Dec 1950–17 Jan (probably on leave for part of that period). Returned to Pukaki, now in the Reserve Fleet, 18 Jan 1951–1 Feb 1952. Served in Lachlan 2 Feb 1952–13 Jan 1953 and then served in Black Prince 14 Jan 1953–10 Oct 1954. Discharged PUNS on 15 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DALLAS, John Henry | 208163 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Invercargill on 1 May 1928. Cheese maker for Fortrose Dairy Co, Invercargill. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951 and Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine and taken to Darwin. He and the others were flown to Japan when transport was arranged. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Lance Corporal, 14 Jul 1952 then Corporal, 5 Apr 1953. Emplaned 9 May 1953 at Iwakuni for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas for one year 286 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jul 1953. Returned to Winton. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to Ohai, Southland but was returned to Base Records (now NZDF Personnel Archives) where it remains. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill 8 Feb 1980 aged 51 years. Remembered on a memorial at Seaward Downs, Southland. |
| DALLISON, Bobby | 13392 | Steward | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Reigate, Surrey, UK, 13 Feb 1928. Entered the RNZN 8 Jun 1950 as an Assistant Steward. Served in Lachlan 10 Jan–26 May 1951. Stationed in Tamaki 27 May–27 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 28 Aug 1951. This ship sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951. The remnant of his service record does not show his further Serv Nor his medallic awards. From the scant information available it appears that he RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 and it is presumed that he was awarded the Korea Medal and the UN Korea Medal. Discharged Dead 6 May 1955. |
| DALLOW, John Vernon (Dickie) | 11420 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Wellington 14 Dec 1931. Enlisted 13 Mar 1947 in RNZN as Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. First sea service was as Signalman Boy in Bellona. Also served briefly in Hawea and Taupo before returning to Bellona. Attended course at HMAS Cerberus 6 Oct–16 Dec 1951. Drafted to Taupo 8 Jan 1952 and took passage in Rotoiti sailing from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 to join his ship in Japan. Date of TSFR from one ship to the other not known. Served mainly in the west coast patrol area off Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Signalman 21 Mar 1952 and to Leading Signalman 28 Mar 1952. RTNZ in Taupo. Also served in Philomel and Black Prince 29 Sep 1954–20 Sep 1955. DEE 13 Dec 1955. Awarded, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Was one of the 32 Korean War Veterans who returned with the Prime Minister's party to Korea in 2003 for the 50th Anniversary of the Armistice. Living at Green Bay, Auckland, 2004. Died Auckland 7 Apr 2019 aged 87 years. |
| DALTON, William | 12703 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Tottenham, London 9 Jun 1925. Hand press operator. Served in the RN from 20 Jul 1943 to 22 Nov 1946. Served in several ships and stone frigates and in small coastal ships such as MTB 696, MTB720 and MTB 786. Also served in Ocean, a light aircraft carrier. Enlisted as an Able Seaman in RNZN at HMNZS Cook, London 6 Mar 1949 which became Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and TSFD to Rotoiti on 7 Jul 1949 and sailed in that ship to Auckland. After serving in Philomel and Tamaki he was drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1951. The remnant of his service record does not identify how he got to join Hawea as the ship had left NZ on 2 Mar 1951. He may well have joined his ship in Japan. Hawea RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane arriving 8 Mar 1952. Later served in Black Prince from 15 Dec 1953 until DEE 5 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. May have died at Hastings. |
| DALY, Frederick Robert | 207828 | Private | Base HQ | RNZ Provost Corps | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Dunedin on 8 Mar 1929. Employed as a typewriter mechanic for Vesta Batteries in Dunedin. Attested 29 Aug 1950in KMB at Dunedin. In training he was posted to RNZEME and before leaving NZ was posted to RNZEME Wksp Section at NZ Base HQ. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. On arrival in Korea employed in the Wksp Section NZ Base HQ. TSFD from RNZEME to NZ Provost Corps on appointment to NZ Base HQ Provost Section on 12 Feb 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while holding appointment of Prov. NCO on 9 Mar 1951. Promoted Lance Corporal on 25 Apr 1951, then to Temporary Corporal 20 Jun 1951. Sent on TOD to Brit Com Punishment Centre, Pusan 21 Jun–11 Jul 1951 as a staff member. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 15 Sep–2 Oct 1951 on discharge returned to NZ Base HQ. TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 11 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.663 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to and address in New Plymouth. Later enlisted in the TF as a Bandsman in the Artillery Band in Auckland. He was still serving in Jun 1985. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 18 Sep 1997 aged 68 years. |
| DALY, Peter Bernard (Barney) | 206240 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Westport on 21 Feb 1925. Came from Lauriston near Ashburton. He was a journalist for the Taranaki Daily News, New Plymouth before he enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. His training was conducted mainly in Waiouru Camp and he was attached to HQ CMD for instructional duties on Pay and Records. Posted to RNZA and NZ Base HQ at Waiouru on 9 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 17 Jan 1951 while holding appointment of Clerk and then to Temporary Bombardier on 28 Feb 1951. Promoted Bombardier on 25 Apr 1951. M/O on TOD to NZ Det Kure 4 May 1951 and returned to 16 Fd Regt 7 Jun 1951. He was also at NZ Base HQ from 25 Jun 51 then to NZRTU on 8 Oct 1951. Reverted to Gunner at his own request on 8 Oct 1951. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 30 Dec 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 21 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 7Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 181 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1952 and returned to New Plymouth. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.664 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in New Plymouth. He applied for the position of Public Relations Officer, NZ Army Force Far East but this did not occur. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died at Lower Hutt on 9 Aug 1974 aged 48 years. |
| DALY, Ronald James | 204118 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Rotorua on 4 Feb 1928. Employed as a labourer for Warnock Bros, Grey Lynn, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 14 Jun 1951. His training was conducted mainly in Papakura Camp. Posted to Active Service on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni and deplaned 9 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 12 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy 12 Sep 1951. Failed to comply with Military Law re vehicles which resulted in loss of money and freedom. Released from 25 Canadian Detention Barracks to NZ Base HQ and was then posted pack to 10 Tpt Coy on 7 Feb 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt wef 31 Mar 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ on 23 Feb 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight on 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Taupo on 3 Jul 2008 aged 79 years in his 80th year. |
| DALY, Thomas Edward (Ted) | 206669 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 26/11/2053 | Born Waikari on 26 Jan 1926. Employed as a barman at the Wakefield Hotel in Wellington. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Linton Camp. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight (RMA Ararangi 2nd flight) and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Sailed from Sasebo to Pusan and entered Korea 26 Apr 1952. M/O NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 26 Apr 1952. Had several indiscretions with military law. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 26 Feb 1953 (rugby trials) and returned to 16 Fd 17 Mar 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 5–9 Jun 1953 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Posted to NZRTU 24 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 13 Jul 1953. Promoted Lance Corporal 30 Oct 1953. Attached FAP to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 2–28 Oct 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from Div HQ Tpt Pl and TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Nov 1953. Applied for and was granted a second term for service in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Wellington 24 Nov 1953. Re-embarked for Korea on 24 Mar 1954 and on arrival was posted to 162 Bty 16 Fd Regt. Perhaps his worst indiscretion occurred when he was found to be missing from ‘Q’ Bty LMG Post at 5.45am. This could have had a serious effect on the lives of personnel in his unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. He also failed to obey Ships Standing Orders the day he boarded this ship. Completed journey to Harewood, Christchurch 26 Nov 1954 deplaning from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas for two years 103 days. Discharged 8 Feb 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.665 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to and address in Rangiora. Living in Christchurch in 1996. Died Christchurch, 1 Oct 2008 in his 84th year. It is not known if he received any further award for his Korean service. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAMPIER, Denis John | 16109 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Blackheath, London, UK, on 7 Oct 1920. Younger son (with one brother) of V.Adm. Cecil Frederick Dampier, CMG, RN (1868–1950). Served in the Royal Navy during WWII in several ships in 1939–40, including amongst others HMS Bramble (Halcyon-class minesweeper), Warspite (old battleship dating from 1913), Fiji (cruiser) and Prince of Wales (battleship). In 1941–42 he served in Trinidad (cruiser) damaged by one of her own torpedoes which had a faulty Gyro mechanism. Later in 1942–50 he served in FireDrake (destroyer), Birmingham (cruiser), the Royal Naval College Greenwich and Glory (carrier). He also served in Dryad and Newcastle. He was in RN service for 17 years before he served on loan to the RNZN for 18 months. WWII awards unknown. Entered the RNZN in Maori in London 1 Apr–11 Apr 1957. He appears to have come to NZ in SS Rangitoto. Served in Philomel 12 Apr–14 May 1957 and was appointed to Royalist on 15 May 1957–10 Jul 1958. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Reverted to the Royal Navy 11 Jul 1958. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| DANBY, Michael Clinton | 13552 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Naini Tal, India on 23 Jun 1927. Royal Navy Lieutenant on loan from the RN. His RN Service is not known. Entered the RNZN on 1 Nov 1950. Appointed to Taupo on 18 Sep 1952 with seniority dated from 16 Jul 1949. Sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. Entitled to Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and later to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| DARBY, George Spriggens Hughes | 206867 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Palmerston North on 25 Apr 1924. Previous service in the Army (one year at Linton Camp). Served in the RNZAF with Service No 4312703 for three years. Stationed in RNZAF Delta (Army camp near Blenheim taken over by RNZAF), Linton (partial use in Linton Army camp, Swanson, Rongotai in NZ and was moved to the forward area 21 Aug 1944 to serve in Espiritu Santo, Bougainville and New Hebrides with 31 Servicing Unit. He was Corporal at end of war and was discharged from 42 Sqn 17 Jul 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a shop assistant for Schneideman & Sons, Palmerston North. Attested 7 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan, deplaning 13 Aug 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 28 Aug 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 31 Aug 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 Sep 1952 and was discharged on 1 Oct 1952 to NZ Base HQ (NZRTU). Re-posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Jun 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 14 Feb 1954 then to NZRTU and back to NZ Base HQ 16 Mar 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam and Port Moresby to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 261 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM (26 Jun 2002) NZDSM (18 Mar 2013 and KWSM (11 Sep 2001). Died Lower Hutt 13 Mar 2013 aged 88 years. |
| DARRY, George Clark | 207785 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Balclutha on 4 Jan 1925. Home service in New Zealand during WWII in the 16th Reinforcements (Service No 638507). Also served in BCOF, Japan. His name is shown in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.31 as a Private (Service No 638507) Support Company, 27 Battalion. Storeman from North Balclutha. Next-of-kin shown as Mr T.H. Darry (father) Balclutha. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and employed as a Technical Assistant in 162 Bty. Served wherever the battery went from Pusan to Kapyong. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952. RTNZ in the rank of Bombardier. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Oct 1952. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Nelson in 1996. Died Nelson 23 May 2015 aged 90 years. |
| DARVILL, George Henry | 13700 | Steward | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Camberwell, London, on 1 Jan 1921. Printer's assistant before enlisting in the Royal Marines 11 Jul 1939 with Service No CH/X 3163. He was living at Bethel Estate, Vine Lane, Bermondsey on enlistment in the RM. He was a marine in Bellona on 1 Oct 1946. He served in the Royal Marines until 9 Oct 1951. TSFD from Royal Marines to Royal Navy for training as a Steward before entry into the RNZN at Maori (NZ High Commission, London) on 16 Nov 1951. After initial training in Philomel he served briefly in Bellona and Tui before being drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Steward then to Leading Steward on 14 Jul 1953. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ on 20 Aug 1953. Later served in Bellona, Hawea, Kaniere and then Black Prince. DEE on 9 Aug 1957. Awarded, 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp and War Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died at Auckland prior to Jun 2002. |
| DAUBNEY, Ronald Norman | 12529 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Auckland 22 Oct 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN in the 15th Class of Boys on 11 Nov 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki served initially in Bellona 16 Feb–15 May 1950. Drafted to Pukaki before being drafted to Tutira as Boy 1st Class on 3 Jul 1950 and sailed that day for service with the UN Naval Force in Korean waters. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 22 Oct 1950 during his service in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Discharged to shore and dismissed from service 31 May 1951. Korean Medals forfeited under the extant regulations. |
| DAVEY, Arnold Walter Frank | 203518 | 2nd Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/05/2052 | Born Dannevirke on 19 Jul 1924. Previous service in the Army (Service No 630958) for two years in RNZAF in the Pacific (Service No 44753). Student teacher. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Technical Assistant. Wounded in Action 18 Nov 1951 while a member of an observation party attached to King’s Shropshire Light Infantry. Was shot in the left forearm at close range, by the Chinese and tried to make his way through to NZ lines but in his dazed state he was heading for the Chinese lines. The Newspaper reported that the lay wounded all night on a mountain side. A Divisional artillery bombardment caused him to take shelter in No-Man's Land and when sufficiently recovered recognised he was going in the wrong direction but was sighted and rescued by allied troops. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hospital in Kure, Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned RMA Ararangi (Teal flying boat) at Wellington 7 May 1952. Posted to Reserve of Officers, 30 Jul 1952 but continued to serve in the Territorial Force until 1956. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Palmerston North in 2004. Died Palmerston North 22 Nov 2009 aged 85 years. |
| DAVEY, Clifford Harold (Cliff) | 14792 | Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Taumarunui 15 Sep 1936. Enlisted in the RNZN 21 May 1953 as Junior Stoker 2nd Class. His first sea service was in Bellona during which he advanced to Junior Stoker 1st Class, 23 Oct 1953 and to Stoker on 15 Mar 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 to 14 Nov 1955. Sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 15 Mar 1955. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Also served in Black Prince, Pukaki, Black Prince again and Pukaki. Was regarded as, “A reliable, cheerful and efficient worker who gets on with any job given him.” Last sea service in Kaniere from 12 May to 21 Dec 1960. Posted to staff appointment at the Services Corrective Establishment, Ardmore Jun 1961–Apr 1962. DEE 14 Sep 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZSSM and NZDSM. |
| DAVEY, Douglas Paul | 12094 | Sick Berth Attendant | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Whanganui 16 Oct 1930. Employed as a contractor before he entered the RNZN on 3 Jun 1948 as a Probationary Sick Berth Attendant (SBA). Underwent basic training in Tamaki and was drafted to Philomel 9 Aug 1948. Run on 21 Oct 1948 but was recovered and returned to Philomel 12 Nov 1948. Advanced to Sick Berth Attendant on 24 Apr 1949. Served in Tamaki 18 Jul 1950–9 Sep 1951. Drafted to Bellona 10 Sep 1951–16 Jun 1952. Served briefly in Philomel before drafting to Hawea 8 Jul 1952, Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but stayed in Hawea until 4 Nov 1953 then served in Philomel 5 Nov 1953–14 Jun 1954. Drafted to Bellona 15 Jun–11 Oct 1954 then returned to Philomel and was DEE 15 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVEY, Morton Ross | 206768 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/06/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Bulls, near Palmerston North on 20 Dec 1928. Previous service in RNZAF as an Aircraftman 2nd Class with Service No 461460. Total serve 305 days. Employed as a cheese factory worker in Hopelands Dairy Co at Woodville and was an ambulance driver at Sanson. He also held a Passenger Service Licence for six years before he enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight) on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by Qantas or other civil airline via, Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 20 Jun 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll (for Compassionate RTNZ) 4 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 130 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal sent 9 Aug 1954 to his given address in Whanganui. Later attested in NZ Regular Force 27 Jun 1960 and served in 1 Det, Div Prov Coy but was discharged at own request on 16 Oct 1961. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIDSON, Alistair | 11179 | Cook | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Sydenham, Christchurch 5 Nov 1927. Engineer's assistant at New Plymouth before entering the RNZN on 30 Apr 1946 as an Assistant Cook. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he returned to serve in Tamaki. Served in Bellona from 1 Mar 1947–4 Sep 1949 and advanced to Cook (Officers) on 20 Apr 1947. Drafted to Tutira 14 Jan 1950 and she was sent on a trip to the Islands. On 29 Jun 1950 the NZ Govt decided to send two frigates to Korea. Pukaki was undocked and Tutira had returned from the islands voyage that day and both were hurriedly readied for war service. Both these ships sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Tutira RTNZ on 30 May 1950. He then served in Philomel from 17 Aug 1951 and was DEE on 29 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Later re-enlisted 2 Sep 1963 as General Service Hand in Philomel. Discharged from RNZN 23 Jan 1979. Died Auckland 17 Aug 2015 aged 87 years. |
| DAVIDSON, Innes Earl | 204612 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Whangarei on 6 Feb 1929. Employed as a bushman by NZ Forest Products Ltd Attested on 3 Dec 1952 at Papakura Camp for service in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZAC in Papakura Camp then posted to Active Service 3 Mar 1953. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 11 Apr 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea on 20 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 23 Apr 1953. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 23–28 Sep 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to the NZ Roll on 3 Oct 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 5 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge on 1 Nov 1954. His RTNZ was on the RNZAF Hastings which took 18th Reinforcements up to Korea, Deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Feb 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.671 was sent 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Erua near Tongariro National Park. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Whangarei, 25 Jun 2006 aged 77 years. Remains interred in the Maunu Services Cemetery. |
| DAVIDSON, Raymond George | 208833 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 12/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Tokomaru Bay, East Coast, on 25 Feb 1926. Had some service in the Home Guard camp during the war years. Served in BCOF Japan (654861 Private, Maori Battalion and in the NZ Tokyo Bn. Truck driver from Gisborne. Next-of-kin Mrs T. Collins (mother), Tokomaru Bay, East Coast.) Sailed from Wellington 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ on 16 Aug 1948. Employed as a carpenter for Wilkins and Davies at Cherry Farm, Waikouaiti. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements at Dunedin on 19 Sep 1952. Posted to Active Service and to RNZASC on 11 Dec 1952. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan, deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 17 Mar 1953 and entered Korea the following day. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy on 24 Mar 1953. M/O from his unit to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll on 8 Sep 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ three days later. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood on 12 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.672 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Gisborne. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| DAVIDSON, William | 206464 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Port Chalmers, Dunedin on 29 Nov 1924. Came from Invercargill. Previous service for three years in RNZAF in New Zealand, Canada and in the UK (Service Number 433254) as a Flight Sergeant navigator. Employed at the NZ Government Tourist Dept Wellington before attesting in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. He was at Army School Trentham and attended Kayforce OCTU course. Promoted 2nd Lieutenant on 9 Aug 1951. Emplaned on Teal flying boat from Shelly Bay, Wellington, on 20 Aug 1951 as a 2nd Lieutenant. He appears to have caught up with the Expansion Force at Darwin. He was then flown by Qantas to Iwakuni and deplaned 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for a 3-day sea trip and disembarked Korea on 2 Sep 1951 and M/I to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. To be 2nd Lieutenant/ Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Tpt Officer on 7 Nov 1951. M/I to NZRTU 20 Jul 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2–10 Oct 1952 and on discharge was posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Oct 1952. Promoted Temporary Captain 27 Oct 1952. Attached 5th US Air Force 8–12 Dec 1952 then returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Captain 19 Apr 1953. Moved to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 19 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 296 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to the Reserve of Officers 9 Aug 1953. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Applied for NZ SAS and an appointment with the UN Forces in the Middle East but was not selected for either Living in Gore in 2004. Died Gore, circa 2005 aged 78 years. |
| DAVIDSON, William Archibald | 207025 | Temporary Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Invercargill on 22 Sep 1928. Clerk for Wright, Stevenson Co Ltd, Invercargill. Ex Territorial Force soldier in 1 Otago/Southland Regt. Expansion Force. Embarked on the Wahine as a Temporary Corporal. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning 21 Aug 1951. Embarked 24 Aug 1951 at Sasebo for the three-day sea trip to Korea and disembarked Pusan 27 Aug. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 28 Aug 1951. Rank of Corporal substantiated 12 Sep 1951. Attached FAP to NZRTU 15 Feb and returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl 30 Mar 1952. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Southland Province Junior Rep and Southland Provincial Rep.) Admitted 26 Fd Ambulance 10 Apr 1952 (suspected Malaria) followed by recuperation at the Inchon Rest Centre. Returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl 4 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Jun 1952 and to Sergeant 1 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 at 7.30am from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Died Invercargill 8 Jul 1989 aged Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DAVIE, Gordon | 203818 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Wellington on 10 Jul 1923. Previous service in RNZN from 18 Jan 1941 to 29 Dec 1945 with Service No 2336. He served overseas two years 130 days overseas with the RNZN and reached the rate of Able Seaman. His WWII service medals are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, The Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a surveyor’s assistant in the Auckland City Council. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru on 5 Oct 1950. To be Lance Bombardier, T Bombardier whilst employed as an NCO Instructor on guns. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 7 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and appointed Battery Surveyor, for 161 Bty. Admitted to 3rd Station Hosp 4 Jun 1951 TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged on 3 Jul 1951 to NZ Base HQ (NZRTU). M/O on posting to 16 Fd Regt 25 Jul 1951. Served with the unit in many fire fights. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney having completed service. Deplaned from RMA Ararangi at Wellington on 25 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 138 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Jun 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Wellington 6–7 Aug 1970 aged 47 years. |
| DAVIES, Danis Patrick | 12659 | Signalman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Brixton, London, UK, 10 Sep 1924. Employed as a boot repairer before he entered the Royal Navy. Unfortunately, his Posting Card shows nothing of his RN service. Enlisted in the RNZN at HMNZS Cook, London, 20 Feb 1949. Cook became Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira (Loch Katrine) 4 May 1949. TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949 and was a crewman who sailed the ship to NZ. On arrival in NZ drafted to Bellona 2 Feb–21 Jun 1950. Drafted to Tutira 3 Jul 1950 and sailed for Korea to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Discharged BNPS 14 Apr 1951. Entitled to NZOSM, Korean Medal and UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIES, David Hilary | 7700 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Levin 23 May1923. Served in the RN during WWII in Starling (a sloop of 1350 tons) and Sheffield (a 6-inch gun cruiser of 9100 tons) in the Atlantic, home waters, Atlantic and Russian convoys. Lieutenant. 7 May 1946. Also served in Forth (depot ship), Rowley (US Lend Lease frigate) and Hastings (sloop). Qualified as Torpedo & Anti-submarine Specialist at HMS Vernon in Feb 1951. Appointed to Rotoiti as First Lieutenant 26 Nov 1951. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 19 May 1953, p.2766) for his services in Korean waters. Also served in Bellona 14 Aug 1953–and was promoted Lieutenant Commander 7 May 1954. Joined Black Prince as TAS officer (Torpedo & Anti-submarine Instructor). Commanded Kiwi Apr–Dec 1956. Served in Royalist as 1st Lieutenant Sep 1958–Sep 1960. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, originally issued as France & Germany Star which was returned), Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 30 Nov 1965 at his own request after 23 years of service. |
| DAVIES, Edward Spencer | 203848 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Tauranga 25 Dec 1925. Previous service in BCOF, Japan, Second Relief. Served in 19 NZ ASC Company as Driver and fitter’s assistant as he had some experience with diesel engines. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 Jun 1947, Private 2 Oct 1947, Temporary Lance Corporal 2 Nov 1947 and Private 2 Dec 1947. SOS Jayforce 12 Nov 1948. Served in the Interim Army for eight months 1949. Carpenter employed by Rehab Department, Rotorua. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce as a sapper RNZE. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Oct 1950 while in NZ. Embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington as a Gunner, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O 16 Fd Regt attached FAP to NZ Base HQ, Carpenter and Joiner. M/O to 16 Fd Regt and CTBA NZ Base HQ 2 Feb 1952. Stated on a pay change as being in 161 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 24 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge via Sydney transferring to and deplaning Auckland 13 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat Aparima. Served overseas one year 217 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce and discharged 6 Sep 1952. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DAVIES, Frederick William | 12228 | Steward | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born LLandudro, Wales, UK, 4 Jul 1928. Previous service in the RN but details not available currently. Entered RNZN on 14 Jun 1948 at Cook as a Steward. Drafted to Arbutus 1 Jul–18 Aug 1948 then to HMS Lock Achray (soon renamed HMNZS Kaniere) and sailed for NZ. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel 27 Jan–14 Sep 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti on 15 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for Korean waters to serve with the UN Naval Force in the Korean War. Attached to HMS Belfast for onward passage to Britain to Maori where he was DEE on 16 Jul 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. RN service awards not known. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIES, Ian Richard (Ean) | 203517 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 02/09/2052 | Born Hamilton on 5 May 1929. Employed as a Motor mechanic by M.K. Debreceny of Tuakau. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD, RNZEME at Waiouru on 10 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Vehicle Mechanic in the RNZEME Light Aid Detachment. To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 1 May 1951. Promoted Corporal 11 Dec 1951 then to Temporary Sergeant while apptd vehicle mech on 1 Feb 1952 and to Sergeant on 1 Apr 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll for furlough on 11 Apr 1952. This was stopped and he returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU 4 Jun 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 15 Jun 1952 and attended a fire-fighting course at Kure 29 Aug–10 Sep 1952 and then returned to NZ Base HQ. TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug 1954 and deplaned Auckland 2 Sep 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 268 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 30 Dec 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.675 was sent to an address in Tuakau on 20 Feb 1957. Joined Regular Force. Died Auckland 11 Sep 1989 aged 60 years. His name is shown on the death notice as Ean Richard Patrick DAVIES. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DAVIES, James Alexander | 206072 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Dannevirke on 23 Dec 1926. He was a Post & Telegraph exchange operator at Woodville. Served in the ATC and advanced to Flight Sergeant. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in ‘D’ Troop 162 Bty. There is only one entry on his Service Record between arrival in Korea and March Out from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 5 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight via Guam and Port Moresby to Sydney and by Teal flight to deplane Auckland 23 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Nov 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.676 was sent 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Woodville on. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIES, James Cyril Lancaster | 13223 | Instructor Lieutenant | HMNZS Rotoiti | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Auckland 18 Jan 1926. Has period of service (Ordinary Seaman Service No NZ10969) in the RNZN from 23 Jan to 3 Sep 1945. School teacher with BA, Dip Ed. before he joined the RNZN in Jan 1950 as an Instructor Lieutenant. Appointed to Rotoiti and Borne Additional as Education Officer on ship. Also responsible for weather forecasting on the ship. Visited 16 Fd Regt for three weeks. Went into Kure on duty to collect the Ship's Postman from the Fleet Canteen. A driving error by Leading Stoker Mechanic Preece (see below) resulted in the Jeep going off the jetty into the sea. All four in the vehicle escaped unharmed. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. An exchange instructor with the Royal Navy in 1956–58 at HMS St Vincent. Promoted Instr Lieutenant Commander Feb 1958 and to Commander 1969. Appointed Officer in Charge Fleet Examination Centre and Education Advisor to Commodore, Auckland (Acting Commander) Jul 1963. Later Instructor Commander, Director Education Services, Personnel Branch, Wellington. Appointed Honorary Aide de Camp to the Governor General in Jan 1968 for the period of one year from 1 Dec 1967 (NZ Gazette, 11 Jan 1968). Retired from RNZN 7 Jun 1975. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIES, Mervyn John | 206465 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Waipukurau on 24 Aug 1928. Salesman for S.G. Piterken Ltd, Waipukurau. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 13 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine and was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin 26 Aug by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 29 Oct 1951. Posted to Reinforcement Training Unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Sep 1951 while employed as Orderly Room Clerk. Posted from Reinforcement Training Unit to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1951. Reverted to Signalman, at own request, 10 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Jun 1953. Served overseas one year 258 days. Enlisted in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt 11 Dec 1959. Promoted Sergeant 1 Apr 1961. Attended Territorial Officer Selection Board 30 Apr 1961. Discharged 10 Dec 1963 at the end of his engagement. Living in Noraville, New South Wales, Australia since before 1988. |
| DAVIES, Peter Edwin | 335710 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Auckland on 28 Jul 1930. Enlisted 15 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 6 Oct 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by civil flight Qantas or BCPA via, Port Moresby and Guam to Iwakuni, deplaning Japan on 9 Oct 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and Entered Korea on 13 Oct 1954. Operated from Gloucester Valley Camp. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1956. Living at Muriwai Beach, West Auckland in 2004. Entitled to NZDSM. Died 30 Aug 2016 aged 86 years possibly in West Auckland. |
| DAVIES, Richard Norman Vivian | 203647 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 27/05/2053 | Born Rotorua on 14 Feb 1925. Previous service as a Stoker in the RNZN with Service No NZ 8397. He served in Tamaki, Philomel, Sanda (Isles-class minesweeper), Hinau (trawler converted to minesweeper) Duchess (pleasure excursion boat converted to a mine sweeper) and the cruiser Gambia at the ed of the war. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal (Issued 10 May 1950.) In Apr 1951 he received a sum of Naval Prize Money which would be paid to him on discharge from Kayforce. He was employed as the Grocery Manager of the Rotorua Branch of Farmers Trading Co, Auckland. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while training in Waiouru 5 Oct 1950 Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Promoted Lance Bombardier on 6 Dec 1950 after the ship had sailed from Wellington. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Bombardier 7 Jan 1951. Promoted Temporary Sergeant while holding Appt of Gun No.1 in 161 Bty. Subsequently promoted Sergeant 9 Jul 1951, Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 6 Dec 1951 TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hops and was discharged 21 Dec 1951 but remained on X(ii) List. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 17 Jan 1952 Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp but remained on X(ii) List. M/O NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 26 Feb 1952, posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar 1952 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 28 Mar 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni on 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ on furlough. Travelled by air to Sydney and completed the journey to deplane Auckland 26 Apr 1952. After leave he emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952on Teal flight for return to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni on 25 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Re-entered Korea29 Jul and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 29 Aug 1952. Marched out to NZ Reinforcements Training Unit as Instructor 14 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal (issued 9Jul 1954). RTNZ as Warrant Officer 2nd Class Instructor. After leave took up appointment as instructor at Burnham Camp on 8 Jun 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Nov 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.679 was sent to an address in Rotorua on 20 Feb 1957. He lost his medals at Taupo on ANZAC Day 1965 which were reissued in Oct 1965. His WWII medals were to be engraved ‘NZ 8397 Stoker 1st Class R.N.V. Davies’. Later awarded to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Also received a Korean Presidential Unit citation. Died Rotorua 22 Aug 1992 aged 67 years. |
| DAVIES, Stanley | 327927 | Signalman | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Auckland on 29 Sep 1932. Truck driver and linesman for Post & Telegraph Department, Helensville. He was a Territorial Force Trainee in Jan 1951. Attended annual camp at Tihoi in Feb 1952 and was TSFD to the Northland Regt after that camp. He attended Annual camp again in Feb 1953. Attested in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements at Papakura Camp on 15 Jun 1954. After training in Papakura Camp he emplaned Auckland 22 Sep 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air to Japan. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement at Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC 30 Sep 1954. Entered Korea on 1 Oct 1954. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy on 2 Oct 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice and Inchon area. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney and completed RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings aircraft deplaning at Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 31 May 1956 and posted to 1 Bn Auckland Regt, Territorial Force. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.680 was sent to an address in Auckland on 20 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DAVIES, Thomas Arthur | 12949 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Palmerston North 19 Nov 1933. Employed as a farm hand before he entered the RNZN on 5 May 1949 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Leading Boy and then to Boy 1st Class on 1 Nov 1950. Drafted to Bellona 18 Jan 1951 for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 19 Feb 1951. Drafted to Kaniere 31 Aug–28 Nov 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman 19 Dec 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1952 but he remained in his ship until his next short posting. Drafted to Philomel 19 Sep 1953. Discharged BNPS 25 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| DAVIES, William Godfrey | 12078 | Cook | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Westport 11 Oct 1929. From list supplied by Ronald McMillan. Enlisted in RNZN 3 Jun 1948 as an Assistant Cook. After initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona 4 Jul 1949 to mid-Oct 1950. Was stationed in Tamaki Feb 1950 until drafted to Hawea 7 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but remained with his ship until 2 Nov 1953. Served in Bellona 3 Nov 1953 until 24 May 1954. Discharged Termination of Engagement 2 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIES, William John | 12612 | Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born the UK, 29 Jan 1927. Entered the Royal Navy as an Ordinary Seaman 28 Aug 1944 with Service No D/KX 724103 and took his initial training in Royal Arthur. Changed trade shortly after to Stoker 2nd Class. Served in several shore stations then went to the RN submarine school at Dolphin and while there served in Tactician, 27 Jul–4 Dec 1945, a submarine launched in 1942. This submarine was in British home waters during the time he was on board. Served in Wolfe (depot ship), Tantivy (submarine) and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 1 May 1947. Released from the RN 9 Jan 1948. It is not known what medals he received for his late wartime service. Entered RNZN at HMNZS Cook (London), 6 Feb 1949 which changed to Maori 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and sailed as a crewman in the ship to NZ. He remained in Tutira and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but he stayed in this ship until 31 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel and was drafted to Bellona 3 Mar 1952. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 8 Aug 1952. Also served in Philomel, Tamaki, Lachlan and Black Prince advancing to Leading Stoker Mechanic 8 Aug 1953 then to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) before being drafted to Royalist on 1 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Jun 1957 and to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Jun 1958. Served in Black Prince and Royalist again and was sent to the UK in Jan 1961 to become part of the crew to sail Taranaki to NZ. In Taranaki 28 Mar 1961–12 Apr 1962. Served in Philomel and advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) 4 Sep 1962. Served in Taranaki 27 May 1963–27 Oct 1964 and Philomel. Also served in Otago 6 Jan 1965 but reverted to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 9 Sep 1966. Served in Philomel and in COMAUCK and in Kiama where he regained the rate of Chief Mechanician (Engineering) on 1 Jun 1967. In Philomel for his final service. Discharged to RA 5 Feb 1969. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and entitled to KWSM. |
| DAVIES, William Larnach | 8475 | Joiner 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born NZ 9 Aug 1924. Entered the RNZN 2 Nov 1943 as an Ordinary Signalman. Served mainly on shore stations such as Cook, Tasman and in Philomel where he changed trade to Ordinary Seaman 14 Apr 1944. Advanced to Able Seaman 2 Nov 1944. Drafted to HMDL 1187 4 Nov 1944–27 Jun 1945 which was at Cook (Shelly Bay, Wellington). Served in Achilles 15 Jan–18 May 1946 when she sailed to join Gambia near Luzon in time for the concluding Sakishima operations. Also served in Black Prince and Arbutus. He served in Philomel 7 Dec 1948 and changed trade to Acting Joiner 4th Class on 2 Sep 1948. Later served in Taupo, Tamaki, Waiouru and in Bellona on two occasions. Advanced to Joiner 3rd Class on 2 Sep 1951. Was serving in Irirangi when he advanced to Joiner 2nd Class on 2 Sep 1954. He returned to Philomel 21 Oct 1955–31 Mar 1957. Drafted 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Artificer Division. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and was re-graded into the trade of Shipwright and advanced to Shipwright Artificer 3rd Class and to Shipwright Artificer 2nd Class on 2 Sep 1960. Later served in Pukaki and Royalist again, in COMAUCK and again in Philomel. Discharged to RA 31 Oct 1968. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal 1939–45 (probably for his service in Achilles) and Naval LS&GC Medal on 4 Dec 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| DAVIS-GOFF, George Raymond | 376 | Commander | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Marlborough, UK, on 24 Sep 1905. NZ Division RN 1921–41 (first draft of trainees) as Seaman Boy, 9 Aug 1921. Attended HMS Vernon for Torpedo Control course. Promoted Warrant Gunner 1932 and subsequently qualified as a Torpedo Gunner. Served in HMS Achilles at battle of River Plate in 1939. Awarded a Mention in Despatches, “For conspicuous service in the battle with the German pocket battleship Graf Spee”. Promoted Lieutenant May 1941, the first to be promoted direct to that rank from Warrant Officer. Served in RNZN 1941–59. Served in the cruiser Suffolk as the torpedo specialist officer on Russian convoys 1941–42. RTNZ in Leander as TSO. Was in the Solomon Islands campaign, torpedoed in Kula Gulf 1943. Lieutenant Commander Davis-Goff was the commander of a platoon of Royal Marines and a platoon of seamen for the surrender of the Japanese Naval Base at Yokosuka on 20 Aug 1945. Promoted Commander in 1947. Commander of Hawea 1952–53. Awarded bar to Distinguished Service Cross (London Gazette, 1 Jun 1953, p.3014). Appointed Senior Officer NZ Frigates in Korea. Promoted Captain 30 Jun 1953 and was the first to reach that rank from the lower deck in the RNZN. Appointed Commodore 2nd Class of Philomel as Naval Officer in Charge, Auckland. Discharged to RA on 27 Oct 1959. Appointed Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) NY Hons 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died at Greenlane Hospital, Auckland, 30 May 1987. |
| DAVIS, Geoffrey Harry | 13096 | Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Hemel Hempstead, Herts, England 4 Apr 1929. Previous service in the Royal Navy, with Service No P/MX 825276. Radio engineer. Underwent training at Royal Arthur, Gosling, Victory, Dryad and Collingwood amongst others. He advanced from Probationary Radio Electricians Mate to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class during his RN Service. Enlisted in RNZN 29 Nov 1947 in Philomel on a six-year engagement and advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 10 Dec 1950. Drafted to Hawea 10 Dec 1950 and sailed for service in Korean waters on 2 Mar 1951. Advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate 10 Dec 1951. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane arriving Auckland on 8 Mar 1952. After a short stay in Philomel was drafted to Irirangi at Waiouru. A short posting to Black Prince was followed by more training in the UK at HMS Royal Arthur and HMS Collingwood, before returning to New Zealand and serving again in Black Prince, Bellona and at Irirangi. He advanced to Petty Officer Radio Electrician during his service in the RNZN. DEE on 1 Oct 1956 and returned to the UK. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Later came back to New Zealand. Died Howick, Auckland, 18 Jan 2011 aged 81 years. |
| DAVIS, Huakaiwaka | 15577 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 7 Apr 1938. Entered the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman 26 Jan 1956. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Black Prince 18 Feb 1957 then to Royalist 2 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the second commission for service in Asia. Advanced to Able Seaman 26 Jun 1958. Served in Korean waters 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and was drafted to Black Prince 10 Dec 1958. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Apr 1959. Later served in Otago 2 Aug 1961–1 May 1962 and Royalist again in 1962. His final service was in Tamaki 15 Aug 1963–12 Mar 1964. DEE 6 Apr 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. On discharge went to Vancouver, B.C. Canada. |
| DAVIS, Jack William | 15627 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Rotherham, Yorkshire, UK, 10 Feb 1930. Previous service in the Royal Navy for seven and a half years with Service No C/SSX840595 from 12 Aug 1947 to 4 Feb 1955. Jack Davis requested forms for enlistment in the RNZN three months before he was due for discharge from the RN. The only ship listed in which he served was HMS Savage (destroyer) which was used as a gunnery training ship. He was keen on Judo, soccer, swimming and model railways. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori, London 20 Feb 1956 as an Able Seaman with the specialist qualification R.C.3. He left the UK with his wife and children leaving on 21 Feb 1956 from Glasgow on TSS Captain Cook and travelled with 15 others bound for the RNZN. On arrival in NZ was first drafted to Philomel. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and left with that ship on 20 May 1957 on the second commission to SE Asia, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. On RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 he remained with Royalist and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) 1 Apr 1959 and to Leading Seaman 15 May 1959. Drafted to Philomel 25 Mar 1960–31 May 1961. Drafted to Rotoiti 1 Jun–21 Aug 1961. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 22 Aug 1961. DEE 19 Feb 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and PJM. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DAVIS, John Hampton | 34820 | Sergeant | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 24/03/2054 | 26/11/2054 | Born Hastings, England 23 Jan 1924. Regular Force soldier. Previous service in the British Army (2601459) during WWII from Apr 1942 to Sep 1945. Served in 15 (S) Divisional Sigs Regt Special Operations Executive in Albania and later Malaya. Dropped into Malaya in 1945 to train Chinese guerrillas against Japanese. Served with Malayan Police. Also served in 6 Able Seaman Div Sigs Regt in Palestine. Came to New Zealand and joined the New Zealand Army 6 Nov 1950. Enlisted in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled on by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Mar 1954. Initially in Charlie Troop as Troop Sergeant then to H Troop as Radio Sergeant. Returned to Sydney on New Australia via Brisbane. Flown back from Sydney to Christchurch on 26 Nov 1954. Reposted to Regular Force 17 Dec 1954. Posted to Pearce's Bn for 12 months (Nov 1962) then Gurr's Battalion for a further 12 months (Dec 1964). Platoon Sergeant, Signals Platoon, HQ Company. Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class at 3 Bde Sigs Sqn. Retired Apr 1974. Medals 1939–45 Star, Burma Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45, GSM 1918 clasps ‘Palestine’ and ‘Malaya’, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’, LS&GC Medal (Military) 1965 and Pingkat Kidmat Berbati (Malaysian Federation Police Meritorious Service Medal). Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Discharged 16 May 1974. Living in Christchurch 2005. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Passed peacefully at home on Thursday, 5 Feb 2015, aged 91 years. A celebration of John's life was held in the Westpark Chapel, Burnside, on Wednesday, 11 Feb 2015. |
| DAVIS, Leo Rice | 203847 | Sergeant | Wksp Section NZ Base | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Auckland on 16 Dec 1915. Previous service in the RNZAF as a Leading Aircraftman armourer at Harewood with Service No 445552 from 22 Nov 1944–31 Dec 1945. Also served in BCOF, Japan. Embarked 29 May 1956 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. (077053, Corporal, NZEME, from Devonport. Next-of-kin, Mrs W.H. Spicer, Grey Lynn (sister)). Fitter and metal polisher at Royal Oak, Auckland. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to RNZEME Workshop Sec. NZ Base HQ (Kayforce) attached 16 Fd Regt for R&Q (‘rations and quarters’) at Waiouru 19 Sep 1950. To be Temporary Sergeant 8 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O from NZ Base HQ on TOD to NZ Tpt Pl 31 Mar 1951 and returned to NZ Base HQ on 8 May 1951. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Sep–12 Oct 1951. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 29 Apr 1952 then to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Jun 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 11 Jul and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 12 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 234 days. Admitted Auckland Public Hosp 11–20 Oct 1952 and was discharged to convalescent home. Awarded War Medal, the NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jan 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIS, Martin Stuart | 206466 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Featherston on 6 Jun 1929. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin 26 Aug by Qantas to Japan. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement in Japan. Posted as a driver to 10 Tpt Coy. Served wherever 10 Tpt Coy support was required. Served as far north as Seoul. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight. RTNZ by air via Guam, New Guinea and Australia. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged 27 May 1953. Living in Cambridge in 2004. Died Cambridge 22 Apr 2021 aged 91 years. |
| DAVIS, Noel | 204577 | Driver | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 29/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Auckland on 16 Dec 1915. Previous service in the RNZAF as a Leading Aircraftman armourer at Harewood with Service No 445552 from 22 Nov 1944–31 Dec 1945. Also served in BCOF, Japan. Embarked 29 May 1956 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. (077053, Corporal, NZEME, from Devonport. Next-of-kin, Mrs W.H. Spicer, Grey Lynn (sister)). Fitter and metal polisher at Royal Oak, Auckland. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to RNZEME Workshop Sec. NZ Base HQ (Kayforce) attached 16 Fd Regt for R&Q (‘rations and quarters’) at Waiouru 19 Sep 1950. To be Temporary Sergeant 8 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O from NZ Base HQ on TOD to NZ Tpt Pl 31 Mar 1951 and returned to NZ Base HQ on 8 May 1951. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Sep–12 Oct 1951. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 29 Apr 1952 then to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Jun 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 11 Jul and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 12 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 187 days. Admitted Auckland Public Hosp 11–20 Oct 1952 and was discharged to convalescent home. Awarded War Medal, the NZ War Service Medal, Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jan 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIS, Pat Ngakurupae | 14656 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Motukaraka, Hokianga Harbour, Northland 25 Aug 1929. He was a freezing worker at Moerewa Freezing Works, Moerewa, Bay of Islands. Entered the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman on 15 Jan 1953. Underwent initial training in Tamaki until 19 Aug 1953. Drafted to Bellona 20 Aug 1953 and soon after drafted to Black Prince 20 Nov 1953. Served in Philomel 2 Aug 1954 and advanced to Able Seaman with effect 15 Jul 1954. Qualified Gun Layer 3rd Class 20 Sep 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland 28 Apr 1955 for service in south Asia and then Korea. RTNZ Jul 1956 and was drafted to Philomel 14 Aug 1956. Served in Mako 17 Nov 1958 then back to Philomel 16 May 1959. Served in Tamaki and Philomel again and was sent to Maori the UK in Feb 1961 as a crew member for Taranaki. Drafted to Taranaki 28 Mar 1961 and brought the ship to New Zealand with first port of call being New Plymouth here home port. His remaining time in the RNZN was in Philomel and Irirangi and was drafted to Lachlan 27 Sep 1963. DEE 15 Jan 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and entitled to NZDSM. |
| DAVIS, Rupert (Bear) | 203980 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Enlisted 28 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea. Served in Div HQ Tpt Platoon. May also have served on TOD to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 270 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 1 Jan 1954. Died Manurewa, 8 Jan 1997. |
| DAVIS, Sidney Gordon | 206241 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/07/2052 | Born Swansea, Wales, UK, on 11 May 1927. He was a locomotive fireman employed by NZ Railways and lived at Gracefield, Railway settlement Lower Hutt. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, M/I to Linton Camp M/O to Waiouru Camp where he was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 16 Fd Regt, as a gun number in 162 Bty. There is nothing between the date when he entered Korea and when he M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remains on the NZ Roll on 7Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 20 Jul 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 234 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 Sep 1952. Died Gore, 31 Dec 1996 aged 69 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.685 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Invercargill but it was returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives) where it remains. Died 31 Dec 1996 aged 69 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIS, Stephen William | 206769 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 07/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Napier on 19 Oct 1926. Came from Palmerston North. Enlisted in Kayforce in Feb 1952. Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil airline via, Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952. Presumed he enter Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in the Lad maintaining the unit vehicles. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 30 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jun 1945. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Palmerston North 2004. Died Palmerston North 20 Jul 2015 aged 88 years. |
| DAVIS, Teaururangi | 15003 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Torere, near Opotiki, 11 Dec 1936. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 28 Jan 1954 as a Junior Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 11 Jun 1954. Drafted to Bellona 28 Jun–19 Sep 1954 and then to Black Prince 20 Sep 1954–1 Apr 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class 19 Mar 1955 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 11 Jun 1955. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 which sailed from Auckland on the second Commission 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but stayed in Royalist until 1 Oct 1958. Served in Philomel and Tamaki 2 Oct 1958–2 Aug 1959. Served in Black Prince 3 Aug–15 Nov 1958. Drafted to Rotoiti 16 Nov 1958–10 Apr 1961. Later served in Lachlan 21 Feb–26 Oct 1962. DEE 10 Dec 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| DAVIS, Thomas Robert | 12477 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Grey Lynn, Auckland, 14 Sep 1930. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RNZN on 30 Sep 1948 as an Ordinary Signalman. His initial and specialist training was conducted in Tamaki 30 Sep 1948 to 12 Jan 1950. Drafted to Bellona 13 Jan 1950–13 Mar 1951 and advanced to Signalman 30 Mar 1950. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 28 Mar–21 Jun 1951 and travelled (passage only) in Hawea 14–27 Mar 1951. On RTNZ was in Philomel 22 Jun–21 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 22 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 to serve with UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Leading Signalman 16 Jan 1953. RTNZ 10 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Philomel II (later re-named Wakefield) in Wellington 16 Jun 1953–23 Sep 1954 and then went back to Philomel at Devonport. DEE 29 Sep 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAVIS, William Lawrence (Laurie) | 207786 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/02/2052 | Born Dunedin on 25 Mar 1927. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Travelled to Korea via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 16 Fd Regt. Served as a Gun Number C Troop, 162 Bty. Promoted Lance Bombardier, Bombardier and was later promoted Sergeant and appointed Gun Sergeant. ETD Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ by air via Manila, Darwin, Sydney for instructional duties with Kayforce Reinforcements. Deplaned in NZ on 9 Feb 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Remained as an instructor at Burnham Camp from 10 Feb to 7 Dec 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Dec 1952. Living in Alexandra in 1996. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Alexandra 2 Oct 2021 aged 91 years. |
| DAVIS, William Rutene | 204238 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Parapara, Kaitaia on 26 Mar 1928. Employed as a labourer at Westfield Freezing Works, Auckland. Attested 19 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura. His training for Korea was mainly conducted at Papakura Camp. Posted to Active Service 1 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight bound for Sydney. Travelled from Sydney by BCPA or Qantas via Port Moresby and Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni Japan, 20 May 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Travelled from Sasebo by sea, entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Accidentally injured (Lacerations to leg) and admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 11 Sep 1952. Discharged direct to unit on 21 Sep 1952. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 13 Nov and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1952. Embarked Kobe, Japan 29 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping for RTNZ travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 280 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.688 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Kaitaia. This was returned to Base Records where it remains today. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died at Hamilton on 17 Nov 1978 aged 50 years. |
| DAVISON, George West | 204063 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Whatoro, via Dargaville, Northland, on 8 Aug 1926. Employed as a bushman by P. Ramsay & Sons of Whatoro. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine at Wellington and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel onto Japan. Flown by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. M/I to NZRTU 28 Aug 1951 and TSFD to X(iv) List. Entered Korea on 26 Sep 1951 and was attached FAP to 145 Works Section. Posted from NZRTU to NZ Component, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 30 Sep 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian Amb 16 Oct 1951 and returned to Unit on 6 Nov 1951. Hospitalised with Malaria. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 28 Oct 1952 TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged to his unit 7 Nov 1952. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 17 May 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ the following day. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Reported sick 10 Jul 1953 and admitted to Northern Wairoa Hospital 17 Jul 1953 and was discharged from this hospital on 19 Aug 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Sep 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 22nd March 2016, aged 89 years. |
| DAVISON, Ronald | 12638 | Steward | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Newcastle, Northumberland, UK, 4 Feb 1925. Employed as a mechanic before he entered the RN on 7 Jan 1943. Little is shown on his Posting Cards apart from Hostilities Only service from 4 Feb 1943 to 17 Sep 1946. He is next shown as entering the RNZN on 13 Feb 1949 at Cook in London as an Able Seaman and then Maori for six years which was reduced to five years on 13 Feb 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949. He remained in Rotoiti until 3 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Served in Philomel 4 Dec 1951–9 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan–22 Dec 1953 and then returned to Philomel. It is not known if he received the Korea Medal and the UN Korea Medal. DEE 12 Feb 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAWE, Morley Robert | 13114 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 28/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Putaruru 12 Dec 1933. Enlisted as Boy 8 Sep 1949. Underwent training in Tamaki. First sea service was in Bellona 18 Aug 1950–28 May 1951. Drafted to Taupo 29 May 1951 until 25 Jan 1953. Radar Plotter. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 12 Jun 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 to serve with UN Naval forces in Korea. Advanced to Able Seaman 12 Sep 1952. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Served in Attended courses in HMAS Watson 24 Mar–18 Jul 1953 and HMAS Penguin. Back in NZ he served in Philomel and Tamaki and was then drafted to Kaniere 19 Jul 1954–23 Jul 1955. For further service in Korean waters. Was a crew member in Bellona when that ship was returned to the UK in 1956 and in Royalist on its delivery voyage from the UK. Royalist was involved in the Suez Operation. DEE 11 Dec 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living Auckland 2001. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DAWSON, Ivan Thomas | 208296 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Invercargill 17 Jul 1928. Employed at Ocean Beach Freezing Works. Attested 14 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. His training was conducted mainly in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZ Sigs and to Active Service on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel onto Japan. Flown by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni on 23 Aug 1951. M/I to NZRTU 28 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 27 Oct 1951. Entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. Attached FAP Lines of Communication Indep Sigs Sqn 29 Oct– 3 Nov 1951 then returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Apr 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ the next day. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight es Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (14 May 2012) and KWSM (11 Sep 2002). He lost his medals circa 1955 during a house move and applied at the RSA Invercargill in Nov 1994. These were replaced prior to issue of other medals in 2002. Died Invercargill on 25 Mar 2020 aged 91 years. |
| DAWSON, John William | 203941 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Liverpool, Lancashire, UK, 25 Oct 1926. Previous service in the British Merchant Navy for four years and received his Discharge Cert with the number R.316434. Employed as a cannister maker by Alex Harvey & Sons Ltd, Auckland. Attested Auckland 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements and was sent to Waiouru for training. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on a Teal flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Disembarked Kure, Japan 29 Jul 1951 and M/I to NZRTU the same day. Entered Korea 30 Aug 1951. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 31 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 25 May 1952, to Temporary Bombardier on 29 May 1952 and to Temporary Sergeant on 10 Jul 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU and TSFD to (X(iv) List. Promoted Sergeant on 10 Sep 1952. This was an important day for John as he was returning to NZ to be an instructor for Reinforcements proceeding to Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 10 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 91 days. M/I Papakura 24 Sep 1952. M/I to RF Depot, Waiouru to attend a course 13 Oct–13 Nov 1952. Served in Papakura 22 Dec 1952–5 Jan 1953 then M/O to Area 1 and was discharged 1 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were sent to his address in Devonport but were returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives). They were next sent registered airmail to his given address in Liverpool, UK, on 25 Jul 1968. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAWSON, Kenneth Fasene | 203993 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 08/11/2053 | See FASENE, Kenneth. |
| DAY, Charles Arthur Earle | 14081 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Palmerston North 11 Oct 1936. Attended Southland Technical College and was in the School Cadet unit. Entered RNZN on 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class. Initial training conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 to 10 May 1954 during which time this ship served mainly in west coast Korean waters. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. He was promoted Ordinary Seaman 11 Apr 1954. Awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were stolen in a burglary of his home in 1989 but replaced at cost. Served in Black Prince, then in Pukaki May 1955 to Oct 1956. Drafted to HMNZS Royalist 6 Apr 1957 and left NZ on 20 May 1957 in that ship during the Second Commission in which the vessel visited Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Sent to the UK and as part of the crew for HMNZS Otago. The Otago was commissioned into the RNZN on 22 Jun 1960 and came to NZ making the first port of call Dunedin 19 Jan 1961. Discharged BNPS on 28 Sep 1961 and went to Invercargill. Later awarded the NZOSM NGSM (M). Living at the Ranfurly Veterans Home, Mt Albert, Auckland, in 2005. Died Auckland (Parkinson' Disease) on 11 Aug 2009. |
| DAY, Leo Sydney (Dinty) | 203965 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Auckland on 11 Jul 1928. Farmhand. Previous service in RNZAF 1946–47 as an Aircraftman 1st Class with Service No 461688. Employed as a drainlayer before he was attested in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 26 Feb 1951. His Training for Korea was conducted mainly in Waiouru Camp. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 as a Gunner on by Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951. Went AWOL 20 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 30 Aug 1951. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt on 31 Aug 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 16 Dec 1951, TSFD to 60 Ind Fd Amb and was discharged to his unit on 22 Dec 1951. Attached FAP to NZRTU to attend a CATC Course 24 Apr–14 Jun 1952. Returned to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 29 Dec 1952 TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 21 Jan 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll on 9 Feb 1953 but was re-admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 16–23 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from a Teal flight ex from Sydney. Served overseas one year 264 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 29 May 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.690 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Orewa. Enlisted in the Regular Force, RNZA as a Gunner on 19 Aug 1959. At this time his trade was shown as an electrical wireman. Promoted Lance Bombardier Discharged at the completion of his engagement on 1 Sep 1964. He later served in the RNZN as a General Duties serviceman with the same Service Number as issued for Korean and RF service. Engaged 28 Feb 1966 and was discharged 15 Jan 1967 (own request). Died at Auckland 12 Jun 1993 aged 64 years. |
| DAY, Leslie | 9632 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 08/07/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Wellington 14 Jun 1925. Was involved in the clothing trade before he entered the RNZN on 3 May 1944 as Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was then sent to the UK where he was in the shore station HMS Drake 6 Sep–12 Dec 1944. Drafted to LST Party Brush 13 Dec 1944 (name is somewhat obscure) which may have been serving in the Mediterranean as his next post was at HMS Euroclydon, a shore base in Malta. RTNZ 14 Nov 1945 and was DEE 22 Feb 1946. Re-entered the RNZN as an Able Seaman 12 May 1949 and after one month was drafted to Kiwi 15 Jun–7 Nov 1949. Served in Lachlan then Philomel and Tamaki until he was drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1951 which was already in Korean waters. It is uncertain how he travelled to Korea or when he arrived to join his ship. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 in Hawea. He then served in Philomel and Tamaki and was drafted to Tui 17 Aug 1953–22 Feb 1954. Les Day served in Philomel until drafted to Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–25 Jan 1955. DEE 11 May 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DAY, Leslie Carlyle | 206770 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/06/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Paraparaumu on 13 Jul 1925. He was a self-employed farmer at Inaha near Manaia. Attested in Linton Camp on 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Initial training conducted in Linton and further training in Waiouru Camp. Posted to Active Service 15 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 as a Gunner on a Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by civil air via Sydney, Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 11Jun 1952 and M/I to NZRTU the dame day. Entered Korea 20 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 15 May 1953 and advanced to Temporary Bombardier on 13 May 1953 gun 2/IC. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 11–15 Jun 1953. Advanced Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant on 1 Feb 1954 and eight days later was Sergeant. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland on 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 296 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 4 Jun 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.691 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Hawera. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died New Plymouth 2 Jan 2021 aged 95 years. |
| DAY, Percy Edward Norman | 11741 | Senior Commissioned Stores Officer | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Beckenham, Kent, UK, on 29 Dec 1912. Previous service in the Royal Navy from 3 Nov 1935 with Service No P/MX 51997. Enlisted as Supply Probationer in HMS Victory. Advanced to Supply Assistant on 25 Mar 1936. Served in Vernon 7 Apr–15 Nov 1936. Drafted to London (cruiser) 16 Nov 1936–1 Mar 1939 which was the flagship of the 1st Cruiser Sqn in the Mediterranean. Served in Victory 2 Mar–30 May 1939. Drafted to Effingham (cruiser) 31 May 1939–17 May 1940 and was initially engaged in interception of German mercantiles and commerce raiders attempting to return to Germany. Took gold bullion from Britain to Canada to pay for equipment obtained from the USA and then went to Bermuda. In Apr 1940 she was in Norwegian waters and bombarded enemy positions in Narvik. Ran aground at 23 knots on Faksen Shoal in Vestfjord. First cruiser to be lost in WWII, wrecked 18 May 1940 between Harstad and Bodo (in Norway). Served in several shore stations in Great Britain, including HMS Raven (RN Air station) HMS Daedalus (RN Shore station at Lee-on-Solent) HMS Eaglet (Merseyside) and in HMS Nile at Alexandria, Egypt, from 1 Mar 1942–9 Nov 1945. Reached rank of Stores Petty Officer. Released from Royal Navy on 2 Sep 1947. Entered the RNZN at Cook III (London) on 21 Dec 1947 as a Stores Assistant. Over the next three-days he advanced to Stores Chief Petty Officer. Served in Philomel until drafted to Arbutus on 16 Apr 1948 and sailed from Auckland the same day to return the ship to the RN. On 17 Jun 1948 he was TSFD to Arabis which went to Chatham where she berthed alongside HMS Lock Shin to which he was drafted on 19 Aug–12 Sep 1948. Loch Shin became HMNZS Taupo on 13 Sep 1948 and he was a member of the crew which brought the ship to NZ. He then served in Philomel from 10 Feb 1949. Promoted to Temporary Acting Commissioned Supply Officer on 5 Dec 1950. Appointed to Taupo on 15 Aug 1951 as Supply Officer and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951. Advanced to Temporary Commissioned Supply Officer on 5 Dec 1951. RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Temporary Commissioned Supply Officer TFRD to Permanent Branch rank as Commissioned Stores Officer 30 Jun 1952 while in Korean waters. Supply Lieutenant in Kaniere 3 Oct 1957. Supply Officer in Black Prince Feb 1959 and Supply Officer for the Reserve Fleet. Attended a nine-month training course Jun 1960–Mar 1961 in the UK for specialist catering to assist with his duties as Staff Catering Adviser. Discharged from RNZN on 28 Dec 1962 as Lieutenant Commander (Supply) having reached the age for retirement and placed on the Retired List on 28 Dec 1962. |
| DAY, Ronald Arthur | 206148 | Gunner | Baggage Pty Rein Unit | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Newtown, Wellington 29 Mar 1928. Cycle mechanic for Hope Gibbons, Wellington. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed in for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. He was part of the Baggage Party for NZRTU. Posted from NZRTU to NZ Base HQ, 19 Jan 1951. Admitted Swedish Hospital 22 Feb 1951 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan. Posted to NZ Base HQ Detachment, Kure then to NZ Base in Korea. On TOD to 16 Fd Regt 19–24 Apr 1951. RTNZ Base HQ. Appointed Lance Bombardier Storeman 11 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 2 Aug 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Nov 1952. Died Porirua, 27 Dec 2003 in his 75th year. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM and is entitled to the NZDSM. |
| DAY, Russell Wallace | 15006 | Ordinary Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Christchurch 19 Mar 1937. Telephone exchange operator at Westport before joining the RNZN as a Junior Telegraphist on 28 Jan 1954. Trained in Tamaki and Philomel where he advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 19 Sep 1954. Drafted to Lachlan 28 Jan–3 Mar 1955 then to Pukaki 4 Mar 1955. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 28 Apr 1955 for service in Malayan and Korean waters and re-joined the Royal Navy’s 4th Frigate Squadron in the Far East Fleet in Jun 1955. Advanced to Telegraphist 19 Mar 1956. On RTNZ he was drafted to Irirangi 14 Aug 1956–17 Sep 1958. This was followed by service in Royalist, ML P3555, Royalist again and Philomel. Advanced to Radio Operator 1st Class on 1 Dec 1960 and then to Acting Leading Radio Operator on 7 Jun 1961. Also served in Rotoiti as Leading Radio Operator. DEE 18 Mar 1963. He became a cargo worker after his discharge from the RNZN. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DAYES, John Edward | 208481 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Jamaica 16 Jul 1921. Previous service in the Merchant Navy for 11 months. Cook employed by North Canterbury Hospital Board. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 in Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Attended cooking course at British Japan Reinforcement Base Depot at Hiro, 19 Feb–3 Apr 1953. Went to Japan on leave but became ill. Did not return to Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 155 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Remained on sick leave for some months before his discharge. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jan 1955. Died Invercargill 24 Nov 1980 aged 59 years. |
| De JONG, Rudolph | 211042 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 04/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Bandoeng, Java, Indonesia on 5 Feb 1928. Previous service in the Royal Dutch Army for 18 months in Batavia in 1950. Farm Labourer at Waverley but was not naturalised in NZ. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 4Jun 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 14 Jun 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. M/O from Div HQ Tpt Pl and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Served mostly in the Armistice area. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to deplane Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 171 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Feb 1955. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Auckland 2 Oct 2016 aged 88 years. |
| DE LA RUE, Colin Jack | 12659 | Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Albury, NSW, Australia, 12 Mar 1921. Employed as a fitter and turner before he entered Royal Australian Naval Reserve on 24 May 1943. After initial training at HMAS Cerberus, he was drafted to HMAS Horsham (corvette) 27 Aug 1943 as Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class operating from Leeuwin (Fremantle, Western Australia) and HMAS Melville (Darwin). Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 5 Sep 1944. On 18 Dec 1945 he was at HMAS Lonsdale (Melbourne) and served in HMAS Echuca (corvette) 3 Feb–10 Aug 1946. He advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 24 May 1946. Demob 15 Oct 1946. Entered RNZN 14 Apr 1949 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class the following day. Subsequently re-engaged on two occasions for four years and then to Retiring Age for Rank. Drafted to Tutira 1 Feb 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN forces in Korea. RTNZ on 30 May 1951. Also served in Bellona where he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class, Black Prince and Stawell. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer 15 Nov 1956. Served in Philomel then back to Stawell onto Black Prince and advancement to Chief Engine Room Artificer 15 Nov 1957. Further service in Pukaki and Philomel. Discharged to RA on 19 Nov 1965. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal on 6 Dec 1960. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| De LABERBIS, George Alfred | 208748 | Captain | 1 Comwel Div | NZ Regt | 23/08/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Vladivostok, Siberia 24 Jun 1923 of French parents. His wife was Born Moscow and was also an interpreter. Came from Christchurch where he had been employed as an interpreter with the Department of Land & Deeds. Kayforce Replacement. Enlisted as an Alien. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant 28 Jul 1952. Travelled to Korea on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to HQ 1 Comwel Div. Attached FAP to British Repatriated Prisoner of War Interrogation Unit Tokyo 1 Dec 1952. Temporary Lieutenant/ Acting Captain promoted to Lieutenant/ Temporary Captain, 28 Jul 1953. Promoted Captain, 3 Apr 1954. Posted to this unit 1 Apr 1954. Embarked Kure 4 Apr on New Australia to return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Wellington 24 Apr 1954. Posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, Royal NZ Infantry Corps with the rank of Captain, 17 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Embarked 3 Sep 1954 to join a unit of the British Army stationed at Hong Kong as an interpreter in Russian and Mandarin accompanied by wife and son. Employed by the British Land Forces Hong Kong until Sep 1957. RTNZ and became a New Zealand Citizen. After he came back to New Zealand held a commission in the New Zealand Cadet Force at Christchurch Boys High School Cadets and was then attached to Scots College Air Training Corps in Dec 1967. Later went to Live in Brisbane, Australia. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| De LATOUR, Gary Noel | 896211 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Timaru on 14 Jul 1932. Serving TF soldier in A Sqn, 3 Armd Regt. Labourer for T.M. Ford, baker, at Timaru. Gained his father's written consent for him to join Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 7 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 May 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey and deplaned Harewood, Christchurch 26 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 23 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jan 1955 and posted to Territorial Force Unit. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| De MALMANCHE, Peter Ernest | 203930 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Woodville on 13 Feb 1928. Farm hand on the family farm at Otorohanga. Attested 10 Sep 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Loss of his bayonet cost him a 10-shilling fine. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Caught malaria in Korea and had a relapse on RTNZ. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 29 Oct 1952. Died Hamilton, 21 Aug 1973 aged 45 years. |
| De STACPOOLE, Roderick Herbert | 205182 | Temporary Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Takapau, Hawkes Bay on 26 Mar 1929. Self-employed farmer, at Takapau. His father was a Great War veteran. Serving TF soldier in Support Company, 1 Bn Hawkes Bay Regt. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Promoted Temporary Sergeant at Waiouru 6 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane and the Philippines. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Promoted Sergeant 9 Jan 1951. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Appointed Regimental Duty NCO for 163 Bty. Promoted Staff Sergeant 10 Feb 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Sep 1952 and went to Waipukurau. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Havelock North, 25 Aug 2004 aged 74 years. |
| DE THIERRY, George | 302295 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Kaitaia, Northland, 21 May 1934. Employed as a farmhand in the Bay of Islands before he entered the RNZN 28 Jan 1954 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 26 Jun 1954 for his first sea service. Drafted to Black Prince 20 Sep 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 Dec 1954 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Served in Philomel 12 Oct 1956–31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957, Served in Korean waters but was in that area for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but remained in this ship until moving to Philomel 30 Oct 1958. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 30 Dec 1958. Served in Royalist 2 Feb–29 Dec 1959 then returned to Philomel and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 30 Dec 1959. Sent to the UK, 11 May 1960 and held on the books of Maori until Otago was commissioned. He became one of the crew that sailed this vessel to NZ to become part of the RNZN Fleet. He remained in Otago until 10 Jul 1961 when he returned to Philomel. DEE 27 Jan 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| DE THIERRY, Henry James | 14241 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Mangonui, Northland, 29 Nov 1932. Farmhand working for his father and had also served in the Northland Regt as a Territorial soldier (No.3000581) under CMT Act before enlisting in the RNZN as a Stoker on 22 May 1952. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953 to 19 Sep 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic in Bellona (Reserve Fleet) 20 Sep–3 Nov 1954. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class 4 Nov 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 26 Apr 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 to serve in Malayan and in Korean waters Aug 1955–Jul 1956. Shortly after RTNZ drafted to Philomel 14 Aug 1956–31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 1 May 1957 and served in that ship during the second commissioning journey which left NZ 20 May 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 after sailing in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. On 4 May 1960 he was held in Philomel against Otago and shortly after was at Maori (London) and he then was in the ship until 31 Aug 1960 and was part of the crew on the delivery voyage to NZ. He later served at Irirangi. He was regarded, while in Royalist as, “A reliable and steady watch keeper and worker and a very good sportsman who turns out for his ship's 1st XV. Carries himself well and is always well turned out.” He found difficulty in passing the required exams for advancing to the next rate but eventually made Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 27 Apr 1962. DEE 21 May 1964. Died New Plymouth 2 Nov 1979 aged 47. |
| DEAKIN, William Henry | 203866 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/01/2052 | Born Leigh, Lancashire, UK, on 7 Aug 1920. Served in British Army for 8 years in the 8th battalion Durham Light Infantry (Service No 3529549) and reached the rank of Corporal. He served in Dunkirk. Military Medal notified in London Gazette, 23 Dec 1943 “The King has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Sicily”. This was in his Regiment with the 50 Northumbrian Div. He worked his way down a hill to collect many grenades then worked his way forward again under fire to throw grenades as a Spandau MG position disabling it. Awarded Military Medal, 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, France & Germany Star, Defence Medal and War Medal. Miner, Taupiri Coal Mines. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. His NOK was his mother living in Leigh, Lancs, England, UK. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in A Troop, 161 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Gun Number, Field Regiment. Battle Casualty, Wounded in Action 18 Nov 1951 shell wounds back chest, right arm, hand and legs. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb. TSFD to NZ Roll for RTNZ by sea leaving Japan 17 Dec 1951. Embarked Kure, Japan 19 Dec 1951 on the MV Anking to Sydney. Travelled to Wellington and disembarked 8 Jan 1952 from the Monowai. Returned to Ponsonby, Auckland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 14 Jul 1952. Died Auckland on 18 Mar 1999 aged 79 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DEAN, Leonard Cameron James | 204064 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 06/08/2053 | Born Auckland on 2 May 1929. Previous service in RNZAF. Labourer for Auckland City Council. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel onto Japan. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy Composite Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Aug 1953 from Teal flight at Sydney. Served overseas two years six days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Oct 1953. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DEEGAN, Thomas James | 592337 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/08/2052 | 27/03/2054 | Born Hawera 9 Jul 1933. Came from Manaia, Taranaki. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements on 16 Feb 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Driver Mechanic employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. The workshop was sited at “Duckbill” near the 38th Parallel and at the top of Gloucester Valley. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ by civil air to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 18 Aug 1954 and was posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Palmerston North in 1996. Died Palmerston North 29 May 2019 aged 86 years |
| DELANEY, John Terence (Akka Ted) | 203519 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 11/08/2052 | Born Widnes, England, UK, on 14 Nov 19267. Previous service as a seaman in the Merchant Navy, then a machinist for Denton's at Newmarket. Enlisted Auckland 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in Baker Troop, 161 Bty, from Pusan to north of Seoul. Driver, Field Regiment. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Served overseas one year 246 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland. Discharged 6 Oct 1952. Living at Henderson in 2000. Original Medals replaced at cost. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died 23 Apr 2012 aged 85 years. |
| DELVES, Lancelot | 204588 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 23/01/2053 | 23/07/2054 | Born Whangarei on 29 Dec 1924 and moved to Matatoki, Thames. He was a seaman before he entered the RN. Entered the Royal Navy at HMS Raleigh on 13 Apr 1943 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No 6700. He also served in HMS Shrapnel (shore-based training ship which was relocated several times) HMS Pembroke (shore base) and served in HM LST 421 based on HMS Pembroke IV and in Mar 1945 based on HMS Braganza (shore base in Bombay,[now Mumbai), India. While in the ship he served during the invasion of Normandy made 30 trips between Britain and France in two months from D-Day and against the Japanese in Malaya. He advanced to Petty Officer on 2 May 1945. Lance came back to NZ on 25 Sep 1945. Served in Philomel until DEE. He also had a Restricted Limits Marine Ticket. Awarded 1939–45 Star, France & Germany Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. He was a pulp tester at Tokoroa then a photographer for the Hamilton County Council prior to attestation in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements at Hamilton on 14 Oct 1952. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Papakura and Burnham Camps. Posted to RNZAZSC. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA airlines and deplaned Japan 31 Jan 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 9 Feb 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 5–8 May 1952. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 13–25 May 1953 and was discharged to his unit. M/O from Div HQ Tpt Pl and was posted to NZ Base HQ 4 Jun 1953 and attached FAP to Brit Com Amenities Centre to attend a Projectionists Course 15 Jun–2 Jul 1953. Returned to NZ Base HQ on 2 Jul 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp (Kure) 13–27 Aug 1953 and returned to NZ Base HQ on discharge. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 25–28 Jan 1954 probably to show some movies then returned to his unit. He was twice more admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp for periods in Apr and Jun 1954. Returned to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Jul 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 328 days. Discharged from Kayforce on 6 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined the Regular Force RNZASC on 1 Jul 1963 for five years as a clerk. Highest rank gained Corporal. Discharged at end of engagement. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DEMCHY, Frederick | 203991 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZEME | 23/12/2052 | 21/12/2054 | Born Wellington 19 Nov 1926. Served in Home Guard Transport and RNZAF Volunteer Reserve during WWII. Attempted to fly a Lockheed Loadstar aircraft in May 1945, without authority, in an endeavour to enlist in the New Zealand overseas forces. Aero Engineer. Also served in BCOF, Japan (827266, Temporary Lance Corporal, NZASC to 27 Aug 1946). Embarked on HMT Chitral at Lyttelton 30 Jul 1946 for passage to Japan. Went AWOL when he decided to track down some of the crew of the Japanese raider that sunk the ship on which his father was serving (Union Steam Ship Company SS Hauraki) during WWII. RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Next-of-kin Mrs O.M. Demchy (mother) Mangere. Enlisted in Kayforce in 1951 but was discharged due to previous events. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 29 Jul 1952 (Cfn, RNZEME) and emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal Awatere flight for passage to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment as a driver mechanic and later employed as clerk and driver for OC LAD. TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC as Driver in Workshop Platoon, RNZASC. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on an RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ on compassionate grounds and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Mar 1955. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 3 Nov 1955 and re-embarked for Korea 3 Dec 1955. Employed as a Storeman and promoted Lance Corporal. RTNZ 20 Jun 1956 and was discharged 8 Aug 1956. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZGSM (K). Living in Auckland in 2002. |
| DEMMOCKS, Joseph Allan | 208618 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 28/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Rangiora 11 May 1921. Previous service in the Army during WWII (Service No 262772) and served Canterbury Yeomanry Corps and then as a Driver in 2 Transport Company, NZASC, 8th Reinforcements for 2 NZEF in Egypt and Italy from 10 Dec 1942 to 20 Dec 1945. Shearer from Amberley, Canterbury. Attested 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal aircraft for travel to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan via Port Moresby and Guam and M/I NZ Reinf Training Unit on deplanement in Iwakuni 30 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952. Served in Div HQ Transport Platoon. Promoted Corporal 1 Jun 1953 and appointed Transport Section IC. Was involved in rugby trials for Kayforce team. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to deplane Wellington 30 Mar 1954 from Teal ex Sydney. Served one year and 276 days in Korea. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, War Medal 1939–45 andNZ War Service Medal 1939–45 (issued on 13 Mar 1952 while in Burnham Camp undergoing training for Kayforce). Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jun 1954. Member of Rangiora RSA. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.701 sent 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Amberly. Died Rangiora 14 Mar 2006 aged 84 years. May be a brother or relative to Norman q.v. |
| DEMMOCKS, Norman | 208483 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 12/03/2054 | Born Rangiora on 18 Aug 1930. He was a butcher but later worked for the Post & Telegraph Department, Amberley. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement at Burnham Camp on 10 Jan 1952. Posted to RNZA on 154 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on ‘Aotearoa’ a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to deplane at Iwakuni on 6 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU on 10 May 1952 and entered Korea the same day. Attended a course at CATC 27 Oct–6 Dec 1952. Worked hard but needed more experience. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 13 Nov 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1953. Embarked Kobe, Japan 19 Feb 1954 on SS Taiyuan for travel to Sydney and continued by air deplaning Wellington on 12 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 314 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 May 1954 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Army Reserve. He returned to Amberley. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 27 Dec 2010 aged 80 at Rannerdale Veterans Home, Christchurch. May be a brother or relative to Joseph Allan q.v. Died Christchurch 27 Dec 2010 age 80 years. |
| DEMPSEY, Fredrick Hugh Donald | 208571 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Belfast, NZ on 17 Jan 1920. Previous service in the Army (13783) as a Private in the Territorial Force 14 Jun 1940–2 Jul 1940 and 20 Mar 1942–6 May 1942. He was employed as a miner in the State Coal Mines at Denniston. Attested as a Kayforce Replacement at Westport on 23 Feb 1952. After re-training he emplaned Wellington 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and embarked Sasebo to travel to Korea. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt on 29 Jul 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll (furlough) on 10 Dec 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He was on furlough from 6 Jan 1954 for 28 days and returned to Burnham Camp 18 Feb 1954. Re-emplaned Wellington 10 Mar 1954 for Korea as Lance Bombardier. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement in Japan on 13 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 20 Mar 1954, re-entered Korea 21 Mar 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 23 Mar 1954. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 4–10 Apr 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia 10 Nov 1954 for travel to Australia and completed the return to NZ deplaning Harewood on 26 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Feb 1955. Served overseas two years 66 days. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZGSM (K). |
| DEMPSTER, Byron Edward | 896328 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Christchurch on 23 Sep 1932. Bulldozer driver for Ryan Bros., New Brighton, Christchurch. Enlisted 28 Jul 1954 in Kayforce 18th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight to Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Driver D.M. Beard was off loaded because of measles. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Trg Unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 18 Aug 1955 but reverted to Driver at own request 29 Nov 1955. Emplaned on 5 May on an RNZAF Hastings aircraft for the RTNZ arriving Auckland 8 May 1956. Served overseas one year 196 days. Discharged 1 Jul 1956 and posted to TF unit. Living at Springston in 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DEMPSTER, Robert William | 208808 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Christchurch on 1 May 1928. Driver for British Pavements, Hornby, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 18 Mar 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 17 May 1953. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1953 and to Temporary Corporal 10 Dec 1953. Admitted 12 Jun 1954 to 3 Canadian Fd Amb with acute appendicitis. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 215 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Dec 1954. Died Rotorua, 16 Aug 1977 aged 48. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| DEMPSTER, Samuel | 203443 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 16/06/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, Scotland on 26 Jun 1919. Previous service in RAF as a Sergeant (Flight Sergeant) with Service No 542170. He served from 1937–46 in Africa and Italy. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal. He served in the TF here in NZ for one year as a Sergt and TSFD to join Kayforce. Employed as a telephone Exchange clerk by the Post & Telegraph Department, Kaikohe. He had been living in NZ for two years three months by the time he enlisted as a Kayforce replacement on 23 Feb 1952. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued on by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 18 Jun 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to NZ Component, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 24 Jun 1952 and entered Korea on 26 Jun 1952. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 13 Jun 1953. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and then M/O to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll on 26 Dec 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 30 Dec 1953. One of 17 who embarked Sasebo on 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ and travelled via Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Suva. Disembarked Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 260 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 4 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.704 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Kaikohe but was returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives) where it remains. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Auckland on 2 Apr 1968 aged 49 years. |
| DENBY, Alfred James | 202339 | Major | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 26/11/2054 | Born Auckland on 30 Apr 1921. Served in Territorial Force 1939–43. Also WWII, 2 NZEF service in NZA 1943–46. Ex 1 Bn, The Hauraki Regt. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Captain while employed as Troop Commander 18 Feb 1953. RTNZ 8 Dec 1953 on furlough and re-embarked for Korea on 10 Feb 1954. Temporary Major, while employed as Battery Commander, 16 Fd Regt, 29 May 1954. Promoted Major 29 Aug 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Sydney to deplane Harewood, Christchurch, 26 Nov 1954. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD from 1 Battalion Hauraki Regt to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA with the rank of Major, 8 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Katikati, 6 Jul 1986 aged 65 years. |
| DENCH, Clarence Edward | 208619 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 23/04/2054 | Born Oxford, Canterbury 10 Jul 1921. Previous service in the Canterbury Yeomanry Cavalry (TF) for 18 months as a Trooper with Service No 207131. TSFD to the 2 NZEF 21 Aug 1941 and was TSFD to the Area-10 Pool and sent on Leave Without Pay on 27 Nov 1942. Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal which were sent to him in Mar 1952. He was employed as a truck driver for Waiau Rabbit Board prior to attestation at Christchurch 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 22 Jul 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight (Ararangi) to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. M/O to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 29 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 14 May 1953 and to Temporary Bombardier 8 Aug 1953. Promoted Bombardier 21 Mar 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 21 Mar 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 24 Mar 1954. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan, bound for Sydney, but had to go to Pusan to pick up more Aust and NZ Troops. Completed journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning Wellington 23 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 276 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 24 Jun 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DENHAM, Thomas George | 206367 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Kaponga, Taranaki on 12 Oct 1928. Employed as a nursery hand for Peddigrews, Stratford. Attested 11 Sep 1950 in KMB and underwent training in Linton and Waiouru Camps. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, bound for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 162 Bty from Pusan in the allied push northwards. Admitted to 26 ADS 26 Jun 1952 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp until discharged to NZ Base HQ. TSFD to the NZ Roll 24 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on 13 Aug 1952 and deplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 218 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.705 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Opunake. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Opunake on 21 Sep 1982 aged 54 years. |
| DENNIS, Thomas | 551633 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 04/06/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Gisborne on 19 Jul 1921. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni, Japan. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1953. Posted to Div Sigs Sqn and served in G Troop 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Also attached to HQ 16 Fd Regt and the NZ Concert Party and spent some time at NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal, 21 Apr 1953; Lance Corporal, 1 May 1954; then Corporal 21 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC and TSFD to RNZASC 21 Nov 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 200 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Feb 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later joined NZ Police and received NZ Police Long Service Medal. Awarded Queens Service Medal for Community Service in 1997. Living Mangere East, Auckland, 2008. |
| DENNIS, Thomas Samuel | 208198 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Christchurch on 10 May 1929. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel to Japan. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan. 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked in Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Accidentally crushed left index finger and admitted to 26 Field Ambulance on 24 Feb 1953. RTNZ by air the final part of the journey by Teal aircraft arriving at Wellington on 29 Apr 195. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM 1950–53. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Died Christchurch 11 Apr 2022 aged 92 years. |
| DENNISON, Norman Ronald | 5948 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Dunedin, 19 Sep 1920. A motor mechanic before he joined RNZN on 21 Sep 1942 for the duration of hostilities. Served in Tamaki and Philomel and was a Stoker 2nd Class on 27 Jan 1943. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 27 Oct 1943. Travelled to England and served in HMS Drake (shore station) and HMS Pembroke and was attached to HMS Stayner (Captain-class frigate) 23 Dec 1944–15 Jun 1945. Served in HMS Cochrane II (Rosyth Naval Base, Scotland) Jun–1 Oct 1945. Served in HMS Drake 2 Oct–13 Nov 1945 then returned to Philomel in New Zealand. DEE 11 Mar 1946. His WWII awards are not known but will most likely include War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Re-entered RNZN in Philomel 12 Sep 1946 as Stoker 1st Class. Drafted to Bellona 1 Mar 1947 and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 1 Mar 1947, to Acting Leading Stoker 20 Mar 1947 then to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 21 Aug 1947. Served in Philomel 15 Oct 1947–24 Feb 1948. Drafted to Kiwi 25 Feb 1948 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 1 Mar 1948. Drafted to Pukaki 22 Feb 1949. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 2 Mar 1949 and to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 2 Mar 1950. Drafted to Tutira 1 Jul 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 together with Pukaki to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but remained in Tutira until 5 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel until DEE 11 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DENNISON, Raymond | 14425 | Petty Officer Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born East Brighton, Sussex, UK, 3 Feb 1923. Employed as a bricklayer’s apprentice before he entered the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class on 7 Feb 1939 with Service No P/MX 759234. Underwent training at St Vincent then St George where he advanced to Boy 1st Class and specially rated as Ordinary Seaman on 2 Aug 1939. Drafted to HMS King George V on 8 Oct 1950 and joined this ship one week after it was commissioned. Advanced to Able Seaman 3 Mar 1941. He was in the ship during the Lofoten raid (Norway) which destroyed fish oil factories, captured an Enigma machine, 60 Quislings, 225 German POWs and brought back 314 volunteers including 8 women for the Norwegian forces. Possibly the main event of his time in King George V was the chase and sinking of Bismarck on 27 May 1941. Convoy escort duties to Murmansk were also part of his time in this big ship as was a search for the Tirpitz. Drafted to Victory 26 Mar–4 Jun 1943. Served in Marlborough and Vernon RN training schools. He next served in Vega (destroyer) 4 Sep 1943–22 Jun 1945 and served in home waters. Drafted to LST 161 from 21 Sep–5 Dec 1945 which had been fitted for Far East service but was not required. Later served in Vanguard (Britain’s largest battleship), where he changed trade to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. He next served in the minesweeper Rifleman based in St Angelo (Malta). Advanced to A /Leading Electrical Mechanician 7 Aug 1948 and to Leading Electrical Mechanician 7 Aug 1949. Back in Britain on 11 Feb 1950 he served in Victory, Collingwood and Plover (minelayer) where he advanced to Acting Electrician 7 Sep 1951 and back to Collingwood as Electrician 7 Sep 1952. Released to the Reserve 13 Oct 1953. Entered the RNZN as Electrical Mechanician 1st Class at Maori (London) 29 Oct 1953 and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician and to Electrician on the following days. On arrival in NZ was in Philomel and Tamaki 13 Oct 1953–22 Apr 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 23 Apr 1955 and advanced to Petty Officer Chief Electrician 19 May 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 28 Dec 1955 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve in Korean waters. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but he remained in this vessel until 16 Jan 1958. He saw further service in Black Prince, Pegasus, Philomel and Royalist where he advanced to Chief Electrician on 21 Sep 1962. Discharged to RA on 29 Oct 1963. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps), Africa Star with clasp, War Medal 1939–45, NGS Medal with clasp (detail not given) on 30 Sep 1952 and Naval LS&GC Medal 14 Jan 1958. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and most recently the Arctic Star for his WWII service in the far north Atlantic. |
| DENNY, Terence Herbert | 675940 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/10/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Martinborough, Wairarapa 31 Jul 1920. Employed as a Carpenter for W. Rigg Ltd Masterton. Enlisted 1 Jul 1953 in Kayforce. Posted to RNZ as a Driver. Posted to Active Service on 15 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and TSFD to RNZA on 24 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 15 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. Served in C Troop 162 Bty. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation, TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia, at Pusan 10 Nov 1954. Continued his journey home from Brisbane to deplane in Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 35 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal and entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| DENNY, Tuta | 10522 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Christchurch 2 Mar 1925. Also WWII Service. At age 16 he joined the Maori Battalion, but because of his youth was refused permission to serve overseas. Joined the Royal Navy in 1942. By Jan 1945, he had joined the Fleet Air Arm and graduated from a Naval Course at Oxford University. When the Fleet Air Arm flight training ended, he continued to serve in the RN. He was released from the Royal Navy and enlisted in the RNZN for regular service 26 Jun 1947. Drafted to Taupo 17 Apr 1950. Promoted Acting Leading Seaman 17 Apr 1951. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 and served in Taupo in Korea waters. Involved at times with landing parties from Taupo. Promoted Leading Seaman 17 Apr 1951. Promoted Acting Petty Officer 14 Jul 1952. Served in Black Prince and was a member of the Coronation Contingent in 1953 at London and the review at Spithead. First Maori Chief Petty Officer and first Maori to reach the rating of Master at Arms. Awarded British Empire Medal (1976), 1939–45 Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Later Chief Petty Officer Master at Arms (Coxswain). Discharged to RA from Philomel 30 Jun 1967. Was appointed Court Orderly at Christchurch and served in that capacity for several years. Died Christchurch, 6 Aug 1993 aged 68 years. Full name was Tuta Keepa Tamarangi Tuteihuka Denny but he only called himself Tuta Denny. |
| DENT, Leo | 204065 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born New Plymouth 10 Feb 1927. Served in Home Guard for three years. He was a sharemilker at Ngaruawahia. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel to Japan. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked at Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 10–17 Mar 1952 and returned to his unit. Promoted to Temporary Lance Corporal (vehicle issuer) on 27 Sep 1952 and to Lance Corporal on 30 Dec 1952. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Apr 1952 and M/I to NZ Bae HQ on 7 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned at Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Died Dargaville 28 Oct 2011 aged 84 years. |
| DERBYSHIRE, Henry | 12666 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Nottingham, UK, 7 Jul 1922. Employed as a wood sawyer before he entered the RN on 17 Feb 1941 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No P/KX 134672. Drafted to Boreas (destroyer) 15 Dec 1941–30 Sep 1943 and spent some of his time in that vessel on convoy escorts in the English Channel and North Atlantic also completed runs to Freetown and to Cape of Good Hope and onto Alexandria. He spent some time ashore while Boreas was under refit. His posting card appears to have some errors as by 11 Jan 1945 this ship had been loaned to the Greek Navy. Later served in Barfleur (destroyer) and was in her when the ship sailed to join the British Pacific Fleet. Was in HMS Golden Hind (Sydney Australia in Jul 1945 before proceeding to Manus. Returned to Britain and DEE to Class ‘A’ Reserve 6 Jul 1946. Entered the RNZN at Cook (re-named Maori on 1 Apr 1949) London, 20 Feb 1949 as a Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Tutira (Loch Katrine) 4 May 1949 and the TSFD to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949. He sailed in this ship to New Zealand and then sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. (See RNZN Ships in the Introduction.) Rotoiti RTNZ 21 Nov 1951 and he was drafted to Philomel 14 Dec 1951. Drafted to Lachlan 14 Oct 1952–16 Dec 1953 then returned to Philomel. DEE 19 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His WWII RN Service Medals are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star and War Medal. |
| DERWIN, Patrick Kevin | 206622 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 13/03/2054 | Born Napier on 19 Sep 1928. Previous service in the Navy (Service No 11502). Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements 27 Sep 1951. He was trained in Papakura and Waikato (Hopu Hopu) Camp. Placed on Active Service 17 Dec 1951. Embarked on MV Wanganella at Wellington on 31 Jan 1952 for travel to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. M/I to NZRTU on disembarkation. Entered Korea 25 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 (|NZ) Tpt Coy 28 Mar 1952. on 24 Mar 1952. Entered Korea on 26 Mar 1952. Made a grave error 5 Jul 1952 which resulted in detention on 4 Aug 1952. Granted 121 days remission for good conduct and released to NZ Base Camp Guardhouse 4 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Reinf Trg 4 Apr 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Apr 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 21 Oct 1953 as NCO i/c Spare drivers, to Lance Corporal on 21 Nov 1953 and to Temporary Corporal 26 Dec 1953 as i/c section. Admitted to 4 Canadian Fd Amb 19–21 Jan 1954 and discharged to unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to NZ Roll on 24 Feb 1954. Reverted to Lance Corporal, Acting Corporal on transfer to the NZ Roll (NZ Kayforce Standing Instructions, Sec 5, Para 18). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney on 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 168 days, the effective time in service being reduced because of 244 days detention. Discharged on compassionate grounds on 22 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.711 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Napier. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Napier 25 Apr 2003 aged 74 years. |
| DEVENEY, John Allen | 203520 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty RNZA | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born on 17 Dec 1927. His Jayforce attestation papers show DOB as 17 Dec 1925. Employed as an apprentice Motor Mechanic. Previous service in BCOF Japan. Embarked Wellington 29 May 1946 on the Empire Pride to sail to Japan. Shown in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.3 as 827343, Private, NZEME, Motor Mechanic from Devonport. Next-of-kin, Mrs M. Deveney, Manurewa. Returned as unsuitable for BCOF 9 Jul 1946 (HQ 2 NZEF Japan of 9 Jul 1946) and disembarked NZ on 8 Sep 1946. Discharged from Jayforce on 29 Sep 1946. He returned to work as a motor mechanic. Enlisted 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. Promoted Lance Bombardier at Waiouru on 2 Nov 1950. Vehicle Mechanic attached to Battery. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Reverted to Gunner at own request on 9 Sep 1951. Attached FAP to NZRTU to attend a Driver Operator Course 4 Dec 1951. Returned to 16 Fd Regt on completion of course on 28 Jan 1952. Disobeyed a lawful command and received 27 days Field Punishment. Committed to 25 Canadian Detention Barracks 24 Jun 1952. Released to unit on 30 Jul 1962. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 5 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and deplaned Auckland 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 Nov 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.713 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to and address in Manurewa. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DEVERE-ELLERY, John Irving | 204624 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/06/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Geraldine 4 Dec 1928. Costing clerk from Devonport. Worked for the Post & Telegraph Department for seven years. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal aircraft for flight to Sydney for onward movement to Korea. Entered Korea 27 Jun 1953. Served in H Troop, 2 Sqn, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Embarked on New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ and completed to journey to deplane Harewood airport, Christchurch from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.812 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an Auckland address. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM). Died Manurewa, 23 Oct 1995 aged 67 years. |
| DEVEREUX, Kevin Eldon | 11660 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Dunedin 30 Apr 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN 6 Nov 1947 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 13 May 1948. Served in Bellona, Kaniere and Bellona a second time being advanced to Ordinary Seaman 30 Apr 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 9 May 1950. Sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Able Seaman 31 Jul 1951. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Was sent to HMAS Watson for a course 12 Feb–24 Apr 1952 and was graded Radar Plotter 3rd Class at the completion of the course. Discharged 18 Jun 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal these medals were forfeited possibly because of ‘Run’ on his record. They may have been re-instated. Later served in Philomel, HMDL P3552 and Bellona and qualified as a Diver. Discharged 18 Jun 1955. |
| DEVEREUX, Raymond Louis (Ray) | 821646 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 02/06/2055 | Born Palmers Green, London, UK, on 31 Aug 1931. Previous service In Merchant Navy for four years as Steward. Worked as a garage hand at Hutchinson Motors Ltd, Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce on 7 Aug 1953. His training for Kore was conducted in Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and onwards by Qantas to Japan arriving at Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and was posted to NZ Base HQ on 9 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 1 Apr 1954 and appointed G.D. Clerk: to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 4 Nov 1954. Posted to the Brit Com Leave Unit in Tokyo 12 Jan 1955 and promoted Temporary Sergeant the same day. Promoted Sergeant 25 Feb 1955 as receptionist at the Officers Leave Hotel, Tokyo. “A good report has been given of his services.” M/O from Brit Com Leave Centre, Tokyo to NZ Base and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 10 May 1955. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight from Iwakuni to Australia. Arrived on Teal flight at Harewood 2 Jun 1955. Served overseas one year 155 days. TSFD to the Territorial Force on 20 Jul 1955. Later awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died at Timaru on 20 Mar 2012 aged 80 years. |
| DEVEREUX, Robert Ivan | 15163 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hamilton 19 Sep 1936. Farm Labourer before enlisting in the RNZN as a Probationary Stores Assistant on 19 Sep 1954. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Kaniere as Stores Assistant (SA) 4 Jan 1956. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 and served in Korean waters during the period 1 Apr 1956 to 8 May 1957. On RTNZ he was drafted to Philomel and advanced to Leading Stores Assistant. “A most efficient LSA. His work is accurate and reliable.” Drafted to Black Prince7 Feb–17 Sep 1958 and then to HMNZS Royalist 18 Sep 1958 to 17 Aug 1960. Returned to HMNZS Philomel 18 Sep 1959. DEE 18 Sep 1962 as Stores Petty Officer. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Living at Leamington, Cambridge circa 2006. |
| DEVINE, Edward | 13244 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Glasgow, Scotland, UK, 2 Feb 1926. Was a labourer in the Forestry Department before he re-entered the RNZN as a telegraphist on 23 Mar 1950. His seniority as a Telegraphist is shown as 5 Jun 1947. On first writing this record his naval documents stated re-entry to the RNZN There was no indication that he had previous RN service. On his attestation for Kayforce he states he served in the RN for three and a half years then served in the RNZN for two years. His record states on re-entry into the RNZN he served in Philomel and Waiouru from 23 May 1950 to 19 Jan 1951. Drafted to Hawea 20 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Discharged Engagement Expired from Philomel on 6 May 1952. He received the Korea Medal and the UN Korea Medal. There is nothing on his posting card relating to further service in the NZ Army in Korea. Attested in Kayforce with Service No 208910 on 5 Feb 1953. Posted to Active Service on 13 Jul 1953 while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned 29 Jul 1953 at Wellington on Teal flight for Japan and travelled to Korea by air via Sydney, Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 10 Aug 1953 and entered Korea on 10 Aug 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 28 Aug 1953 to participate in a sailing regatta. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ List. M/O from NZ Base HQ 9 Nov 1954 and embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the return to NZ deplaning Harewood, Christchurch 26 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas with the Army one year 121 days. Discharged 17 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died on 10 Oct 1974 aged 52 years. |
| DEVINE, Edward | 208910 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 29/07/2053 | 26/11/2054 | See full details in DEVINE’s RNZN entry. Previous service in the Royal Navy for three and a half years and Royal New Zealand Navy. Attested in Kayforce on 5 Feb 1953. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 and travelled to Sydney. Continued to Japan by air via Korea, Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953 Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the return to NZ deplaning Harewood, Christchurch 26 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas with the Army one year 121 days. Discharged 17 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died on 10 Oct 1974 aged 52 years. |
| DEVLIN, Theo John | 329591 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 30/12/2053 | 02/06/2055 | Born Auckland 15 Jul 1933. Farm labourer or apprentice before enlisting in the RNZN om 10 Mar 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki drafted to Bellona 21 Jun 1952–11 Jan 1953. Served briefly in Philomel and was drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Able Seaman 14 Jul 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 and was back in Philomel 4 May–7 Nov 1954. Attended a course at HMAS Watson 8 Nov–24 Dec 1954 and qualified Radar Plotter 3rd Class 17 Nov 1954. Served in Philomel and Tamaki 25 Dec 1954–20 Sep 1955. Drafted to Bellona 18 Mar 1956 to sail her to the UK for return to the RN and sail the Royalist to New Zealand. Drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1956–20 Mar 1957. He qualified as a shallow water diver 27 Apr 1956 but where this training was conducted is not known. The Royalist was involved with the Suez affair and took a little while longer to return to NZ. Back in NZ and after leave he was drafted to Endeavour 24 Jul 1957–1 Dec 1958. He sailed to Scott Base in the summer Nov 1957–Mar 1958 as part of the NZ Antarctic Research Programme. He had further service in Philomel 2 Dec 1958–19 Apr 1959 and Endeavour 20 Apr–10 Dec 1959. His final service was in Philomel. DEE 9 Mar 1960. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DEW, John Gregory | 208022 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Motueka on 24 May 1920. Bulldozer driver for Downer & Co Ltd, Dunedin. Served in 31 Bty, 3 Fd Regt (Territorial Force) for three years from 28 Aug 1950 and was promoted Lance Bombardier. Attested 17 Jun 1954 in Kayforce. His training was conducted in Burnham Camp. Admitted to Camp Hospital 30 Jun 1952 discharged on 2 Jul was re-admitted 11 Jul and TSFD to Burwood Hosp on 12–16 Jul 1954. Posted to Active Service on 31 Aug 1954. Emplaned Harewood, Christchurch 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to Japan, deplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in C Platoon while holding appointment of Section Commander. Accidentally injured 12 Feb 1955. Later admitted to Brit Com Fd Hosp 22 Feb–9 Mar 1955 with head injuries. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 198 days. Discharged 30 May 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died on 12 Feb 2007 aged 76 years. |
| DEWEY, Thomas Henry | 208397 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Invercargill on 16 Sep 1927. Previous service in RNZAF as a Leading Aircraftman for two years. Employed as a barman by the Invercargill Hotel Trust. Enlisted 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements at Invercargill. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Sydney. Converted a jeep for his own use while at this camp and committed a further offence here. Admitted 2 Commonwealth Hosp 25–27 Feb 1952. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Travelled from Kure to Pusan on two to three-day boat trip. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD on 23 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952 and M/I to his unit on 28 Mar 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 28 Sep–7 Oct 1952. His service was marred by further discipline breaches and he was committed to Canadian Detention Barracks for 20 Oct–1 Nov 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 11–20 May 1953 but remained on X(ii)List. M/O NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 17 Jun 1953 remaining there until he M/I to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll on 21 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1954. Died Invercargill 26 Apr 1985 aged 58 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DEWSON, Norman Noel | 6099 | Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hastings, NZ, 7 Aug 1924. Employed as a fitter and turner before he entered the RNZN on 4 Nov 1942 as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class. Served in Killegray (trawler) and Muritai (minesweeper) during the period 21 May 1943 and 5 May 1945. Drafted to Gambia 29 Jun 1944 and served in her when she supported carrier raids against oil installations and airfields. She also saw action off Okinawa, Formosa and was under attack by Japanese aircraft at the time the ceasefire was announced possibly firing some of the last shots of WWII. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 24 Oct 1945 and was discharged 1 Apr 1946. This service probably saw him being awarded the 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Re-entered the RNZN 26 Jun 1947 as an Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class with the rate of Chief Petty Officer the following day. Served in Philomel, then Bellona 15 Oct 1947–31 Mar 1949 being advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 31 Oct 1948. Served in Philomel and Tamaki until drafted to Hawea 7 Mar 1950 to 15 Jan 1951. He then served in Bellona until 18 Aug 1953. Also served in Tui, Bellona again Black Prince and was drafted to Kaniere 8 Nov 1955. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. Returned to Auckland 8 May 1957. He later served in Royalist and in Endeavour 21 Apr 1964–12 Jul 1965 and probably went to Antarctica over the summer period 1964–64. Discharged to RA 11 Mar 1966. His efficiency was stated as superior for most of his service. He also qualified as a shallow water diver. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and the Naval LS&GC Medal 28 Jan 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| DIAZ, George Tarawau | 203909 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Te Horo, Kapiti Coast on 8 Jan 1925 a son to Desiderio (from Chile) and Mabel Diaz, a New Zealander. Served in BCOF, Japan (812900, Private, 2nd Div Provost Unit). Embarked for Japan 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ disembarking in Auckland on 16 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce on 9 Oct 1948. Quarryman from Maungaturoto. Next-of-kin, Mrs T Diaz (mother) Maungaturoto Railway. Labourer and driver for Waikiekie Lime Co. Attested 9 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 2–9 Jun 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Jul 1951. Had some clashes with military law perhaps the worst being “Losing by Neglect his Rifle No.41651.” Fined £2 and ordered to pay £10 towards the cost of the rifle. Posted from NZ Base HQ to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I on 28 Nov 1951. Returned to NZ Base NQ and remained on the NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 on chartered flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 180 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 30 Jul 1952. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 1 Jul 1953 but was discharged on 27 Sep 1953. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Auckland on 22 Apr 1981 aged 54 years. |
| DICK, Douglas George (Doug) | 12484 | Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hawera, Taranaki 1 Mar 1929. Entered RNZN from 7 Oct 1948 to Oct 1954. Drafted to Taupo and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. Also known to have served in Black Prince. The remnants of this man's service record are almost unreadable microfilm copies. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Palmerston North, 29 May 1996. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DICK, Russell Bruce | 206331 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Auckland 14 May 1927. Employed as a shepherd for Lands & Survey Dept., Wellington. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. His training for Korea was nearly all conducted in Waiouru with some initial time in Linton Camp. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier at Waiouru on 12 Nov 1950. Posted to Active Service 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950, posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 162 Bty. Promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier while appointed Gun No.2 on 7 Jan 1951. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant while holding appointment of Gun No.1 on 7 Mar 1951. Promoted Sergeant on 8 Jun 1951. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt on 8 Jun 1952 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Attached to Area 5, Wellington 5 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce on 27 Aug 1952. Served in Territorial Force from 1 Jun 1954 (1 Bn Northland Regt) and then in 4 Med Regt, RNZA from 5 Jan 1955 to 1 Jul 1957 a total of three years 31 days. Died Taupo, 23 Jan 1996 aged 70 years. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R&T) and KWSM. |
| DICKENS (Alias PAYNE) Leslie Arthur | 13673 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Glenfield, Auckland, 6 Nov 1935. Enlisted in the RNZN 24 May 1951 as a Boy 2nd Class under the name PAYNE but was always known as Leslie Arthur DICKENS as far as he could remember, taking the name of his foster parents. In Feb 1952 he requested that he be known by the surname Dickens, but it was not until Jan 1957 that his name was changed by Deed Poll. Initial sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Black Prince 12 Jun 1953 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 6 May 1953. Served again in Bellona 20 Nov 1953 to 15 Jun 1954 apart for two months in Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 and served with that ship in Korean waters during the period Nov 1954–Mar 1955. Advanced to Able Seaman 6 Aug 1954. Was at HMAS Commonwealth (an Australian shore station in Korea) 28 Dec 1954–1 Jan 1955 and travelled from Kure to Hong Kong in the troopship Dilwara 2–6 Jan 1955 and re-joined Kaniere. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Was in the RNZN Diving unit and was a gunner in the frigate. Was sent on a 21-week Gun Layer Armourer 2nd Class course at HMAS Flinders Naval Depot in Australia starting 8 Jul 1957. He was serving in Royalist at the time and on completion of the course returned to Royalist in early Dec 1957 which meant he missed the Japan and Korea section of the Second Commissioning of Royalist. Qualified as a Shallow water diver and by Oct 1958 was a Diver 2nd Class. Later served in HMNZS Otago 20 Jan–15 Oct 1961 as his final sea service. DEE 3 Nov 1961. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M). NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Later worked in Whangarei on diving tasks. Died Tauranga 10 Apr 2009. |
| DICKENS, Harold | 12848 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Alverstoke, Hants, UK, 24 Apr 1922. Employed as a cabinetmaker before he entered the RN on 20 Feb 1939 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No P/SXX 29033. Underwent initial training at HMS Wildfire a shore station at Sheerness, Kent. Drafted to Suffolk (heavy cruiser) 13 Sep 1939 and was in her when she sunk the German tanker Skagerrak and attacked a German seaplane base at Stavanger on 17 Apr 1940. Suffolk was attacked by German bombers, was severely damaged and barely reached Scapa Flow and was beached to prevent her sinking. Dickens advanced to Ordinary Seaman 24 Apr 1940 and remained with the ship until 28 Jan 1941, but it was out of action until 12 Feb 1941. His next ship was Verbena (corvette) which took part in several convoy escorts and actions against u-boats in the Atlantic and further escort tasks in the Indian Ocean. Verbena was based in HMS Lanka (Ceylon–now Sri Lanka) and then operated from HMS Gnu, HMS Sheba both in South Africa. Harold Dickens then returned to Britain and served mainly on shore stations until the war’s end. Drafted to HMS Ranpura (former P&O liner converted to a heavy repair ship) 28 Mar–22 Nov 1946 and sailed in her to Malta. He remained in St Angelo and served in the destroyer Chaplet before returning to Britain in Feb 1947. Released from service 30 Jun 1947. His WWII Service Medals not known but could possibly include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star, War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 10 Jul 1949 as an Able Seaman. On arrival in New Zealand he was drafted to Lachlan and served in her until 7 Nov 1949. Served in Philomel 8 Nov 1949–16 Mar 1950. Drafted to Tutira 17 Mar 1950 and sailed from Auckland together with Pukaki to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. On RTNZ served in Philomel then in Black Prince 16 Jan 1952–20 Apr 1954. DEE 9 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DICKIE, John Wilfred Harper Fullerton | 13695 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Calgary, Alberta, Canada on 18 Nov 1924. Served during WWII in Royal Navy. Extended Service Commission terminated on transfer to RNZN on dates stated: J. W. H. F. DICKIE. 7 Jul 1951 (London Gazette, 22 Jun 1951, p.3428). Joined RNZN on 8 Jul 1951 as a Lieutenant in the Seaman Branch, with seniority from 18 Nov 1946. Qualified Torpedo and Anti-Submarine Warfare Course. Appointed to Taupo on 13 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters. Travelled to and from Korean waters via Australia and Hong Kong. Promoted Lieutenant Commander on 18 Nov 1954. He was on two-year exchange in the UK from 9 Mar 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps), Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (NE). Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) 1973 while posted to Wellington. On completion of his RNZN service 20 Aug 1974 moved to the UK and joined MOD (UK) as a civilian and was a member of the sales team selling frigates to RNZN in 1982. |
| DICKINSON, John (Dickie) | 203312 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/03/2054 | Born Welling, UK, 15 Apr 1912. 18 years previous service in the Royal Artillery, British Army. Enlisted in the Territorial Force in NZ 1949 and was a Sergt in 1 Fd Regt, RNZA by the time he enlisted in the Kayforce. Carpenter, for Residential Construction Co, Penrose, Auckland. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and M/I to Papakura Camp as a Sergeant. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 14 Sep 1950. To be Staff Sergeant, Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while holding appointment of Battery Sergeant Major in 161 Bty on 2 Nov 1950. His service record states “At Sea” but he had not left NZ at that time. Posted to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted to Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 9 Jan 1951. To be Warrant Officer 2nd Class, Temporary Warrant Officer 1st Class while holding the appointment of Regimental Sergeant Major 16 Fd Regt on 30 Apr 1951. Promoted Warrant Officer 1st Class 30 Jul 1951. Emplaned BOAC for 28 days Furlough in the UK. Deplaned London 26 Jun 1952. Emplaned London 25 Jul 1952 for return to Japan and deplaned Tokyo on 29 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 31 Jul and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Aug 1952. Re-entered Korea 6 Aug 1952. He remained with 16 Fd Regt apart for a three-day TOD to NZ Base HQ in May 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Sep 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9–31 Oct 1953. To be discharged in the UK and ETD from Kure on 11 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953, p.424) “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30 Jun 1952”. Regimental Sergeant Major 16 Fd Regt. Served with distinction as Regimental Sergeant Major with the 16 Fd Regt since Apr 1952. He was also a recipient of the 2nd US Divisional Certificate presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce in the UK, 26 Mar 1954. At 26 Hounslow Gardens, Middlesex in 1954. His WWII Service awards are not known. Awarded ERII Coronation Medal 18 Aug 1953, NZ Army LS&GC Medal in Feb 1975. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (T and R) and KWSM. |
| DICKISON, Leonard William Sydney | 206239 | 2nd Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/09/2051 | Previous service in the RNZAF and Army. Dairy Factory Assistant at Moerewa who enlisted in Jayforce at Kawakawa and served in the British Commonwealth Occupation Force in Japan. Left NZ as a Temporary Sergeant with Service No 616537 and served in NZ Base HQ. (NZWWII Embarkation Roll No.16). Not known what medals he may have received for his service pre Jayforce. On RTNZ he may have taken up a similar job in Rahotu, Taranaki, as he had in Moerewa. Entered Camp to train for Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950 and was promoted 2d Lieutenant on 13 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. ETD From Iwakuni 14 Aug 1951 but emplaned 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ and disembarked in New Zealand on 10 Sep 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to his address in New Plymouth. Discharged 8 Oct 1951. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui, 19 Sep 2001. |
| DICKSON, Cedrick George | 204306 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Sigs | 15/05/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Dargaville on 14 Apr 1930. Served in the Army School Cadet unit. He was a bank officer at Dargaville. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura on 11 Jan 1952. His training for Korea was conducted in Papakura and at the School of Signals, Trentham Camps and at Army HQ, Wellington. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and was posted to NZ Base HQ on 21 May 1952 and entered Korea the same day. Attached FAP to Brit Comm Z Sigs Sqn 21 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal (Cypher operator) on 10 Jun 1952 and to Corporal 14 Oct 1952. Attached FAP to Brit Com Base Sigs Regt and CTBA to Brit Comm Z Sigs Sqn on 5 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 20 Oct 1952. Attached FAP to Sigs Det Brit Com Sub Area, Pusan 22 Oct 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant (cypher operator) 7 May 1953 and to Sergeant on 22 Sep 1953. He served several times between these signals units and went on TOD to these units between Jan and Oct 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Jan 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington on 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 307 days. Back in NZ he remained in service pending medical investigation with ENT specialist at Auckland Public Hospital. Later admitted to Greenlane Hospital. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 10 Sep 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 13 Dec 1995 aged 65 years. Remains interred in the Maunu Services Cemetery. |
| DICKSON, Kingsford-Smith | 203595 | Driver | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Invercargill 10 Jan 1929. Served in RNZAF (Service No 46742) for one year as an Aircraftman 1st Class and was discharged time expired. He was a driver at the P.W.D. Works at Mangakino. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950 and underwent training in Waiouru Camp. While in Waiouru was posted to Tpt Section, NZ Base HQ, RNZASC. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. On arrival in Korea attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt until 22 Mar 1951. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Tpt Pl on 24 Sep 1951 and served in A Platoon. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (Return Nom Roll No.68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington about 7.30am on 7 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 181 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal these were issued in 1954 but subsequently lost. As the recipient was deceased these had to be replaced by replicas purchased from a medal dealer. Discharged 29 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.719 was sent to an address in Waikiwi, Invercargill but was returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives) where it remains to this day. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DICKSON, Percy Alexander (Alec) | 204066 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 31/12/2052 | Born Whangarei 24 May 1929. Self-employed farmer and drainlayer. Attested 14 Jun 1951 as a member of the Kayforce Expansion Force. Travelled by train from Papakura 1 Aug 1951 and embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel to Japan. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked at Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Sep 1951 and served in C Platoon. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 12–20 Oct 1951. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 17 Apr–26 May 1952 (Cellulitis right hand). Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 31 Dec 1952 on Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Feb 1953. Returned to Tikipuna, Whangarei. Died Whangarei, 25 May 2002 aged 73 years. His remains were interred in the Maunu Services Cemetery. |
| DICKSON, Peter | 896747 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Timaru on 3 Oct 1931. Peter was employed as a carpenter by Redway and Berry of Waimate. Serving TF soldier from 7th intake CMT and served in 3 Coy RNZASC. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Burnham Camp. Granted leave 20 Dec 1952–6 Jan 1953, then recommenced training. Posted to Active Service on 4 Mar 1953. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 as a Driver on a Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas Constellation aircraft to deplane Iwakuni on 9 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 17 May 1953, entered Korea the following day and M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl. M/O and was attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 23 Feb 1954 and returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl 5 Mar 1954. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Pl 3 Jul 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy tp Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ to Sydney. Completed RTNZ to deplane 22 Nov 1954 Harewood (Christchurch) from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 16 Oct 2000 aged 69 years. Later awarded the NZDSM. There is no mention of NZOSM and KWSM. |
| DICKSON, Wallace Bruce | 203658 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Te Puke 10 Jun 1929. Carpenter's Apprentice. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Field Regiment gun number. Involved with Captain Chessum in supporting 3RAR attack on Hill 355, Kowang-san. As the Chinese were pushed off this feature on 4 Oct 1951 Gunner Dickson was hit by a stray bullet about mid-day and died soon afterwards. KILLED IN ACTION 4 Oct 1951. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His family Entitled to NZ Memorial Cross, NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DIGGINS, Michael John | 13468 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Wellington 9 Jul 1929. Enlisted in RNZN 28 Sep 1950 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Like many others about this time his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Taupo 28 Aug 1951 which sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters with UN Naval forces. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. May well have been in the gun crew as he later attended courses at the Gunnery School in Philomel and in HMAS Cerberus. Also served in Lachlan, Hawea and Endeavour and is highly likely that he went to Antarctica in this last ship. DEE Sep 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM 1950–53. Died Masterton, suddenly 16 Feb 2005. Requiem Mass held at St Patrick's Church, Masterton, on 21 Feb 2005. |
| DIGGLE, Bruce Whyte | 206869 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/08/2052 | 03/08/2054 | Born Wellington on 23 Oct 1927. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952. 16 Fd Regt Surveyor. Then went to CO’S Tac Party. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul and around Hill 355 and the Hook. Was also the part time movie projector operator for troop entertainment when required. Applied to take his discharge in the UK as his NZ girlfriend was living in London. Waited in Kure for about five weeks for the HMT Dunera. Embarked HMT Dunera at Kure 26 Apr 1954 ETA UK on 4 Jun 1954 disembarked at Portsmouth. Discharged in the UK, 3 Aug 1954 and married his fiancé there. Came back to NZ Nov 1954 as his job was being held for him. Bob was one of 10 who received the Korean War Service Medal at the Korean Ambassador’s Luncheon 25 Jun 2001. Living in Wellington in 2013. Arranged for some financial support for First Edition of this record. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Bruce was a strong supporter of this project. |
| DIGNAN, William Verdier | 204173 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Born Princeton, British Columbia, Canada on 19 Aug 1929. Previous service in the Canadian Army. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force at Paeroa on 19 Jun 1951. His training was main conducted in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel to Japan. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 3 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Accidentally injured on 3 Feb 1952 and admitted to Norwegian MASH. Went AWOL for four days 7 hours 10 Mar 1952. TSFD to Conv Trg Depot and was discharged 14 Apr 1952 to NZ Base HQ. M/O from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 15 Apr 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 12 May 1952 and the next day was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Had several clashes with military law. Three resulting in detention for 68 days. Approval given for discharge in Canada. Admitted to Brit Comm Z Med Unit, later admitted to 25 Canadian Fd Amb and then 38 Canadian Fd Amb. Released from Brit Com Mil Corrective Estab to NZ Base HQ on 24 Jul 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked 26 Sep 1953 on US troopship Yokohama in Japan for discharge in Canada. Discharged in Canada 16 Dec 1953 and went to Saanichton, British Columbia. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| DILKES, William George Harris | 14455 | Electrical Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Leicester, UK, 6 Jun 1916. Employed as an instrument fitter before he entered the RN on 16 Oct 1944 as an Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class with Service No C/MX 919277. Underwent training at HMS Pembroke and Vernon and advanced to Electrical Artificer 4th Class 16 Oct 1945. Drafted to Superb (light cruiser) 18 Oct 1945 and remained in that ship until 15 Sep 1947. Superb was involved in the Corfu Channel incident (a channel between the Greek Island of Corfu and Albania) in 1946 where the Albanian coastal batteries fired on Orion and Superb. On return to Britain Electrical Artificer 3rd Class Dilkes served again in Pembroke and was drafted to Triumph (carrier) 15 Nov 1947–26 Aug 1948. He then served in Surprise (frigate) which was based in St Angelo (Malta) 28 Aug 1948–21 Jul 1949. He returned to Britain in Jul 1949 and was released from service 8 Dec 1949. Entered the RNZN at Maori 12 Jul 1954 as an Electrical Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class the following day. He spent on month in Philomel and was drafted to Bellona 23 Aug 1954–20 Sep 1955, then to Black Prince 29 Sep 1956 and then to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in SE Asia and in Korean waters. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class 19 May 1956. On RTNZ 8 May 1957 he remained in Kaniere until posting to Philomel 18 Jan 1958. He later served in Royalist on two occasions, In Wakefield (Naval HQ in Wellington) and in Endeavour 28 Aug 1962–10 Jan 1965 probably journeying to Antarctic on two or more occasions. Discharged to RA 10 May 1965. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| DILLON, Dallas | 11387 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Dunedin on 28 Mar 1927. Bookshop assistant before joining RNZN 6 Feb 1947. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona on 24 Oct 1947 for his initial sea service. Advanced to Able Seaman on 6 Feb 1948. Served in Philomel 4 Oct 1948 and in the Reserve Fleet until 13 May 1949. Drafted to Taupo 14 May 1949–10 Aug 1949. He was sent to Australia and underwent courses from 14 Aug–4 Oct 1949 at HMAS Flinders and HMAS Penguin. Served in Bellona a second time Oct 1949–11 Aug 1951 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 28 Dec 1950 and remained in Bellona until 11 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 12 Aug 1951–21 Oct 1952 and sailed from Auckland for Korea on 29 Aug 1951. Promoted Leading Seaman but was disrated on 21 Oct 1951 and reverted to Able Seaman. Served mainly on Korean west coast waters. Taupo RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 and he was back serving in Philomel the next day but still attached to Taupo. Passed exams for Petty Officer. He completed his engagement in Philomel and was DEE on 5 Feb 1953. He went to live in Alexandra on discharge from the RNZN. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Greymouth, 13 Aug 1999 aged 72 years. |
| DILLON, James (Jim) | 208482 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/05/2052 | 31/08/2053 | Born Christchurch 17 Apr 1930. Fireman at the locomotive department, Springfield, before joining Kayforce on 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Training for Korea was conducted at Burnham Camp and he was posted to RNZASC on 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay Wellington 14 May 1952 on the R.M.A Aranui (Royal; Mail Aircraft named Aranui–a Teal flying boat) bound for Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and entered Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement Entered Korea and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl, RNZASC on 17 May 1952. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 30 Sep 1952, TSFD to 60 Ind Fd Amb (suspected Malaria) and was discharged on 9 Oct 1952. Driver Dillon requested assistance for assignments required for a 2nd Class Engine Driver’s Certificate course. It is not known whether this was provided before he was returned to NZ. Promoted from DVR to Corporal from 1 Jun to 8 Aug 1953. To be RTNZ as soon as possible and compassionate discharge–Illness of mother. M/O from Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ 3 Aug 1953 and M/I NZ Base HQ on 4 Aug 1953. For all the effort to get him home quickly he did not help by breaking out of camp and going AWOL. Fined and a severe reprimand was the result. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 31 Aug 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 110 days. Discharged 18 Oct 1953. Living at Darfield in 2004. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died 18 Jul 2017 at Darfield, Canterbury aged 87 years. |
| DILLON, Maxwell Leslie | 13457 | Cook | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Havelock (South Island) 11 Apr 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN 11 Feb 1950. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 to 29 Jun 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast Korean waters. RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 and later served in Black Prince, Bellona and Royalist. Drafted to Pukaki and served in Malayan waters Feb 1959–Jul 1960. Drafted to Otago 21 Jun 1961–8 May 1962. Served again in Royalist in Malayan waters during confrontation. Later Chief Petty Officer Cook. DEE on 21 Sep 1970. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (NE), Naval LS&GC Medal (Sep 1965) and KWSM. Living in Hamilton in 2002. |
| DILLON, Patrick | 594354 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/04/2054 | 02/06/2055 | Born on 7 Apr 1934. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air planed Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight from Iwakuni to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Enlisted in the Regular Force 18 Jul 1957. Embarked 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook after a farewell parade through Wellington and departed for Singapore. Acting Lance Corporal, Section Commander, 4 Platoon, B Coy. Involved in task to capture Communist terrorists in Fort Selim area on the Kelantan border in 1958. Awarded Military Medal 1959 for action against an enemy ambush. (See 1 NZ Regt Association book published 2007.) GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Penang for RTNZ. Posted to Central District Coy, RNZASC on return to NZ. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class also appointed MBE 1979. Retired from 10 Tpt Coy SSM, Linton Camp 17 Jan 1980. Livet in New Plymouth and later moved to Auckland. Died peacefully at his home in Albany, North Shore 15 Jul 2022 aged 88 years, after a long illness. |
| DILLON, Roger Allan Vernon | 13489 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Hastings 17 Apr 1933. Employed as a factory hand before he joined the RNZN 28 Sep 1950 on a six-year engagement as a Stoker 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Lachlan, the RNZN survey ship, on 25 Aug 1951. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 11 Jan 1952. Served in Philomel 16 Apr–& Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. While in Korean waters he was TSFD to HMS Newcastle (British light cruiser) 14 Apr–7 Jun 1953. He was on board in enemy waters when Newcastle fired a Royal Salute on the Coronation of HM Queen Elizabeth II off Chodo Island. This small island had an advanced radar station with an ability to cover parts of mainland China. He returned to Hawea 8 Jun 1953 and it was not long before the ship sailed for RTNZ arriving 28 Aug 1953. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic in Tamaki 1 Feb 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 5 Apr 1954 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 1 Feb 1955 and to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve in SE Asia and in Korean waters. He RTNZ 22 Nov 1956 about three months before the ship returned. Also served in Philomel and Tamaki and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 15 Jul 1957. Later served in Lachlan advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic and again in Black Prince. DEE 16 Apr 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| DILLON, Stanley Lindsay | 12079 | Cook | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Havelock (South Island) 20 Nov 1930. Entered the RNZN 3 Jun 1948. Assistant Cook at HMNZS Tamaki 1949. Drafted to HMNZS Pukaki 2 Feb–22 Dec 1950. Later served in HMNZS Bellona 25 Jan 1951–5 Jan 1953. Discharged having completed his contract and having reached the rating of Leading Cook. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from RNZN 19 Nov 1954. Enlisted in the Army 24 Feb 1960 and was appointed Driver (Cook) in the RNZASC. TSFD from RNZASC to RNZ Provost Corps 8 Aug 1960. Promoted Sergeant 8 Feb 1965. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 7 Jul 1971. Reverted to Sergeant and changed Corps to RNZEME 11 Sep 1972. Awarded the Army LS&GC Medal (Military) at Annual Camp at Tekapo in 1972. Discharged 11 May 1974. Original medals lost in fire and replaced. Re-issues lost and again replaced at cost. Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM 1950–53. Living at Flaxmere in 2001. Died Taradale 13 Feb 2013. |
| DILLON, William Lawrence | 30092 | Major | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/03/2055 | 28/02/2056 | Born NZ 11 Aug 1912. Regular Force soldier with service during WWII. Embarked as Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class (Service No 11730) in 2nd Divisional Ammunition Company. His name is Listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll, Vo 3. Served in BCOF, as Temporary Captain, HQ Base, Japan. Regular Force Officer, seconded to Kayforce 16 Mar 1955. Officer Commanding 10 Tpt Coy. SOS Emergency Force and reposted to the Regular Force, RNZASC, 29 Mar 1956. WWII Medallic rewards not known at this time. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Highest rank attained Lieutenant Col, RNZASC. Living in Johnsonville, Wellington 1999. Died Burnside, Christchurch 25 Oct 2003 aged 91 years. Buried Waimari Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| DINGLE, Eric Innes | 33566 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 11 Dec 1930. Came from Hastings. Enlisted in the Army in 1949. Regular Force soldier serving in 10 Coast Regiment, RNZA when posted to Kayforce. Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 on flying-boat to Sydney and by civil air via Port Moresby, Guam to Iwakuni deplaning 10 Sep 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and Served in 162 Bty. Radio operator in 162 Bty at the Segol position. Moved with the battery wherever it went. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam and Sydney deplaning Auckland 9 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Reposted to Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 22 Apr 2015 aged 84 years. |
| DINSDALE, John Douglas | 208853 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 07/05/2055 | Born Rotorua on 5 Feb 1925. Employed as a transport driver for Mowatts’ Transport, Westport. Enlisted 2 Dec 195 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC and posted to Active Service on 4 Mar 1953 while training in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington on 6 May 1953 on Teal flight bound for Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 15 May 1953. Entered Korea and M/I to his unit on 16 May 1953. Served in B Tpt Platoon. He was caught in an ‘Out of Bounds’ area in the village of Si Nam Ni and with other offences was committed to Brit Com Military Corrective Establishment on 4 Oct. Granted 50 days remission of sentence. Released from Brit Com MCE to NZRTU on 28 Jun 1954. Promoted Lance Corporal on 15 Jul 1954 (Section 2i/c) and to Temporary Corporal (Section Commander) on 11 Sep 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant (Troop Sergeant) on 3 Oct 1954 Granted a further 12-month extension to his service in Korea from 9 Nov 1954. Promoted Sergeant on 22 Nov 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb on 17 Nov and TSFD the same day to 11 US Evacuation Hosp from where he was discharged 1 Dec 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 29 Dec and M/I to his unit on 31 Dec 1954. Twice more failed to adhere to R & SOs which resulted in loss of money and a severe reprimand 3 Mar 1955. In the main he pulled himself together. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to the NZ Roll on 15 Apr and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 17 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning from Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 7 May 1955. Served overseas one year 267 days. Discharged 9 Jul 1955. Died at Rotorua on 1 Sep 2009. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were lost circa 1955 and replaced at cost in 2002. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DIXON, Clifford Beaton | 206415 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Auckland on 31 Mar 1930. He was a Fitter & Turner for M. E. Greenstreet of Taumarunui. Attested at Area 8 on 14 Feb 1951 as a Kayforce 2nd Reinforcement. His service started somewhat differently as he was twice admitted to Hospital then M/O on 1 Jun 1951 to the RNZA School, Waiouru, while awaiting a medical discharge. Discharged on 12 Jun 1951. M/I and taken on strength at Linton Camp on 9 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. He attended a Kayforce OCTU selection course at Trentham Army School 18–24 Feb 1952. Posted to Active Service 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight (Ararangi) to Sydney. Travelled on by air and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 22 Apr 1952. Sailed from Sasebo to Pusan and disembarked Korea on 26 Apr 1952 and was posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List for on Compassionate Leave for 10 days. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 and flew to NZ via Sydney deplaning Auckland 13 Jul 1952. After leave reported to Papakura Camp and re-emplaned for Korea 28 Jul 1952. Deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul and M/I to NZ Base HQ the next day. M/O in Base HQ was posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug and re-entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon to attend a training course 4 Jan and returned to 16 Fd Regt on 1 Feb 1953. Admitted C.D.S Tokyo 28 Jul 1952, TSFD to US Army Hosp, returned to C.D.S. Tokyo and was discharged direct to unit on 22 Aug 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSF to NZ Roll 20 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 207 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 16 Jan 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Pukekohe, 20 Apr 2004 aged 74 years. |
| DIXON, Eric | 13338 | Chief Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England 26 Nov 1919. Employed as a labourer prior to entering the RN on 30 Nov 1938 on a 12-year engagement. He was granted the rate of Stoker 2nd Class and issued the Service No PKX 95667. After initial training he was drafted to Cypress (minesweeping trawler) 2 May–13 Dec 1939 and served Channel locations. His next ship was Enterprise a cruiser launched in Dec 1919 but not finished until 1926 – a result of the agreement of 1922 to limit naval armament. Eric Dixon joined Enterprise 6 Mar 1940 and took part in operations in support of troops in Norway and embarked Members of the Norwegian Government and 20 tons of gold. Also served in the Mediterranean and was involved in operations against the Italian fleet. Served in the South Atlantic and the Indian Ocean and escorted troopships from Australia to the Middle East. After outbreak of war with Japan Enterprise was deployed for convoy escorts for convoys to Rangoon and Singapore. Also searched for Japanese Fleet heading for Ceylon and was based at HMS Lanka (Ceylon) Jun 1942. Returned to Britain 2 Jul 1941. Advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary) 7 Oct 1942. Drafted to Indomitable (carrier) 12 Jan 1943–24 May 1944. This was also an adventurous time. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 7 Mar 1944. His next ship was Deane (lend-lease destroyer escort) 26 Jul 1944–9 Feb 1946. He had advanced to Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) by 21 Jan 1946. During this time he served mainly in home waters and was one of the ships tasked with escorting and overseeing the surrender of German u-boats at the end of the war. He also served in Finisterre and Briefly in Liverpool. Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Permanent) 21 Apr 1948. Released 18 Apr 1951 for entry into the RNZN. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (with France & Germany clasp), Africa Star, Burma Star (with ‘Pacific’ clasp), Italy Star and War Medal, these being issued in Sep 1949. Entered RNZN at Maori 24 Apr 1951 and was entered in the books of Philomel being advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic and Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on successive days. Drafted to Bellona 22 Aug 1951 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 2 May 1952. Also served in Tamaki, Lachlan and returned to Lachlan 31 Oct 1953. Advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) 19 Mar 1955. Served in Philomel 6 Apr 1955–31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and later served in Black Prince, Kaniere and Philomel. Discharged to RA 19 Apr 1961. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 7 Jan 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| DIXON, Norman Albert | 14142 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 12/08/2056 | Born Collingwood, near Takaka, Nelson, on 4 Sep 1927. He was employed as a baker and pastrycook before he entered the RNZN on 4 Feb 1952 as an Assistant Cook. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and was then drafted to Philomel 24 Mar 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–6 Oct 1954. His rating of Cook (Seamen) was back dated to 4 Nov 1952. Served in Philomel 7 Oct 1954–4 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956–12 Aug 1956. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve in Malaysian and Korean waters. He RTNZ on 12 Aug 1956 was serving in Philomel on 13 Aug 1956 and advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) on 15 Jan 1957. Also served in Black Prince from 27 Feb 1958 then in Royalist from 19 Sep 1958 and then in Tamaki 13 Jul 1959. DEE 3 Feb 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| DIXON, Wilson George | 30191 | Major | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born 5 Feb 1920. Came from Upper Hutt. Regular Force Officer. Formerly a butcher from Whanganui. His name is listed as 2nd Lieutenant with Service No 294682 in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll No.9 p.110 and sailed from NZ between 1 Jul and 31 Dec 1942 for service in 2 NZEF Divisional Artillery. He returned to NZ and in early 1944 embarked a second time between Apr and Dec 1944 but for service against the Japanese in the Pacific Islands. Seconded to Kayforce 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 for flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA via Darwin, Manila, Guam to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 15 Aug 1953. Officer Commanding 162 Bty 2 Jan–26 Aug 1954. Appointed MBE for service in Korea, NY Hons List, 13 Jan 1955. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving on 8 Sep 1954. Reposted to Regular Force in RF rank of Captain, 17 Oct 1954. Posted to appointment of Adjutant 5 Light Regiment RNZA 1 Nov 1954. Died at Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast on 29 Jun 2009 aged 89 years. |
| DOAKE, David Brown | 206305 | 2nd Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 03/11/2054 | Born Invercargill on 6 Oct 1926. School teacher for Hawkes Bay Education Board. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Completed Kayforce OCTU at Trentham before attending further training at the School of Artillery, Waiouru. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant 13 Nov 1951 while employed as an Adjutant. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Position officer for C Troop, 162 Bty. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU 31 Oct 1951. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant 13 Nov 1951 while employed as an Adjutant. This rank of Lieutenant was substantiated on the same date. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 9 Dec 1951. Promoted Temporary Captain, 1 Sep 1952 and appointed Troop Commander C Troop. Became a battle casualty 20 Sep 1952 suffering superficial head and shoulder wounds. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb was TSFD to 8055 MASH for treatment and returned to his unit the same day. At various times was at NZ Base Camp in Kure, Japan. Former Canterbury Rugby Rep managed the Kayforce Rugby Team's tour to Japan Mar-Apr 1953. Was for a short time Camp Commandant NZ Base HQ and relinquished the appointment 27 Jul 1953 to take up the appointment of Camp Commandant Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo. David Doake emplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1953, for RTNZ 4 Nov 1953 on furlough for four days and emplaned on a Teal flight to Sydney to return to Korea 7 Nov 1953. Re-entered Japan 12 Nov 1953. Appointed 2i/c Brit Com Leave Unit in Ebisu, Tokyo, 13 Nov 1953 retaining this appointment until 18 Aug 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ and placed on NZ Roll. Embarked 1 Oct 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe for return to Sydney, Australia where he expected to arrive 21 Oct 1954. RTNZ deplaning Auckland 3 Nov 1954. Served overseas three years 327 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, 9 Apr 1955. Living in Canada since 1975 and was a professor at the Arcadia University at Nova Scotia from 1977–1999 and lectured on education and wrote several papers on this topic. |
| DOBBINS, Alexander George | 568798 | Lance Corporal | Attached RAOC | RNZAOC | 02/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Napier 27 Nov 1930. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 2 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and was attached to Royal Army Ordnance Corps for duration of his overseas posting at Pusan. He was also at Song Dong? and Tucjon (Japan). Alex was a keen sportsman and played Basketball and took part in the High Jump as a member of the ANZAC Team in Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and travelled via Guam and Sydney. Deplaned Harewood 28 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 27 Nov 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM if it has not already been awarded. Died Dargaville 18 Apr 2015 aged 85 years. |
| DOBSON, Eric Thomas | 204623 | Craftsman | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZEME | 18/06/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born Ashburton on 29 Jun 1928. Fitter and turner for Smith and Sinton, Ellerslie, Auckland. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Auckland. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil airline and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 21 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC on 25 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the same day. The following day, 27 Jun he TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 Sep 1953 and to Lance Corporal 8 Jan 1954. TSFD to NZ Base HQ for RTNZ as an Instructor. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 and travelled via Guam and Sydney to deplane Harewood 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Posted to Burnham Camp to report after leave. Served overseas one year 19 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jan 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.727 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address at French Pass. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Died Papatoetoe 6 Oct 2011 aged 83 years. |
| DOBSON, Ivan Henry | 208034 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born on 16 Jul 1925. May have come from Oamaru. Bushman doing contract work at Otapiri in Southland; Attested 19 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements at Invercargill. Training for Korea mainly conducted in Waiouru. Posted to Active Service 30 May 1951. Emplaned Auckland on 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul and Hong Kong to Japan and disembarked Kure on 29 Jul 1951 and M/I to NZRTU. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 4 Sep 1951 as a gun number. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and apptd 2i/c gun 20 May 1952, Temporary Bombardier 14 Jul 1952 Section Bombardier and to Temporary Sergeant as Gun No.1 on 1 Aug 1952. Promoted Sergeant on 26 Nov 1952, M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough) on 1 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on Furlough and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from A Teal flight ex Sydney. After leave in New Zealand re-emplaned for Korea 29 Jan 1953. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 31 Jan 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and re-entered Korea on 9 Feb 1953. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS and TSFD to X(ii) List 14 Feb 1953 TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged on 24 Feb, Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hops 27 Feb–6 Mar 1953 (left knee joint). Remains on S(ii) List. Medically re-boarded 15 May and TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 23 May 1953. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953 for medical reasons. Deplaned Wellington 10 Jun 1953 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Total service in Korea one year 319 days. Admitted Oamaru Hosp 6–17 Aug 1953. (Malaria). Reboarded Dunedin 28 Aug 1953 and again 25 Sep 1953. Admitted Dunedin Public Hosp 7–24 Oct 1953 and remained under treatment until re-boarded 20 Jan 1954. Discharged 21 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Timaru, 19 Jan 2001 aged 76 years. Buried Timaru Cemetery RSA Section. |
| DODD, Frank | 204549 | Sapper | 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 17/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Stannington, UK, on 18 Oct 1929. Previous service in the Royal Engineers as a Sapper (Service No 21068208) for two years. Employed as a construction rigger for Steel Constr Ltd, Auckland. Attested 30 Jun 1953 Kayforce at Papakura Camp. Went to Linton Camp for Corps Training. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 as a Sapper on a Teal flying boat flight to Sydney. He continued onwards by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam to Japan and deplaned at Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to NZ Base HQ on 28 Nov 1953 and was attached FAP to 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) 28 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 29 Nov 1953. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 7 Dec 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Comm Z med unit from where he was discharged to 28 FD Engr Regt on 12 Dec 1953. M/O NZ Base HQ to 16 Fd Regt RNZA on 25 Jun 1954, was TSFD from RNZE to RNZA and M/I to 16 Fd Regt all on the same day. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 30 Sep 1955 and TSFD to 25 Canadian F.D.S. from where he was discharged to 16 Fd Regt on 11 Oct 1954. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS on 10 Oct 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged to his unit on 28 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and deplaned Harewood 20 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year four days. Discharged 26 Jan 1955. His UN Korea Medal was returned to Base Records on 15 Mar 1956. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| DODD, Stanley John | 204426 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Whakatane on 29 Jan 1929. He was employed as a Tram Conductor for the Auckland Transport Board. He was living in Epsom, Auckland, prior to enlisting in Kayforce on 17 Apr 1952. His training for Korea was mainly centred on Papakura Camp. Posted to RNZA on 14 May 1952 and to Active Service on 2 Jul 1952. Emplaned as a Gunner 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Travelled on Qantas flight from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 8 Aug and sailed from Sasebo to enter Korea on 10 Aug 1952. Accidently injured on 24 Sep 1952 and was admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb (petrol burns to legs) and was discharged direct to his unit on 4 Oct 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ on 21 Mar 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 24 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to Auckland where he deplaned on 17 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 264 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 18 Jun 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Morrinsville 28 Jun 2016 aged 87 years. |
| DODDS, Desmond Norman | 13576 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington 16 Jun 1935. Left school and joined the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 31 Dec 1950 and was immediately sent on Leave Without Pay mainly because the entrants’ school was not open. Marched into Tamaki 25 Jan 1951. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 2 Aug 1951. Drafted to Bellona 5 Jan–29 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea 30 May 1952 which was in the Reserve Fleet at the time but was re-activated and re-stored on 8 Jul. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 16 Dec 1952. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but remained in that ship until 3 Nov 1953. Drafted to Philomel 4 Nov 1954 and advanced to Able Seaman 16 Mar 1954. Served in Black Prince 26 Ape–25 Jul 1954. Sent to HMAS Watson for training courses 29 Jul 1954–1 Nov 1954. Awarded the grade of Radar Plotter 3rd Class 15 Oct 1954. On RTNZ was very briefly in Philomel then served in ML P3552 for 12 days. Returned to Philomel 27 Nov 1954–23 Feb 1955 then drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955–24 Aug 1956. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 28 Apr 1955 for service in Asia with the British Pacific Fleet principally in Korea. Discharged 11 Jun 1956 BNPS which appears that he may have been medically evacuated from his second deployment to Asia. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DODSON, John Francis | 207169 | 2nd Lieutenant | Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 10/03/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Enlisted in Kayforce 11th Reinforcements. Ex 3 Armoured Regt, RNZAC, Territorial Force. Appointed to Kayforce 27 Oct 1953. On arrival in Korea he first served in a Div Sigs Sqn in 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC, 10 Tpt Coy, 7 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney on 9 Dec 1955. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZ Sigs, 14 Mar 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Blenheim 1996. Revisited Korea 10–20 Apr 2010. |
| DOHERTY, John Marton | 203782 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born Ruatoria, East Coast, on 8 Mar 1928. Previous service in the RNZAF as an Aircraftman 1st Class. He was a builder’s labourer employed by Fletchers Builders at Kaingaroa and Rotorua. Attested in Kayforce at Auckland on 30 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950 and to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted initially to Trg and Reinf Bty. Admitted 20 Ind Fd Amb 28 Mar–2 Apr 1951. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 31 Mar 1952 and returned to 16 Fd Regt on 5 Apr 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and apptd 2i/c gun on 12 Apr 1952, Temporary Bombardier as 2i/c gun and to Temporary Sergeant as Gun No.1 on 6 Aug 1952. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 Aug 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 26 Aug 1952. Promoted sub-Sergeant on 28 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by air arriving at Auckland on 7 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 273 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Nov 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.729 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Auckland. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DOHERTY, Patrick Joseph | 208925 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 14/03/2055 | Born Belfast, Northern Ireland on 29 Jan 1924. Previous service in the British Merchant Marine also served as a seaman in MV Kawaroa, USS Co, Wellington. Also worked for Anchor Steamship line, Nelson. Attested in Kayforce at Christchurch on 24 Jun 1953. After training in Burnham and Papakura Camp he emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued the journey by civil air (Qantas) to Iwakuni, Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZRTU. M/O NZRTU on posting to 16 Fd Regt on 15 Nov 1953 and entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. M/I to 16 Fd Regt on 20 Nov 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ on 25 Mar 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 3 Apr 1954 Medically re-boarded 29 Apr and was discharged to NZ Base HQ on 30 Apr 1954. Went AWOL three times in Jul 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 Sep–5 Oct 1954 (involved in a fight and his nose was broken) and was discharged to NZ Base HQ. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp again on 13 Jan 1955 (swollen knees, ankles and wrists). Medically re-boarded 28 Feb 1955 and was TSFD to the NZ Roll for medical RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni ETD 6 Mar 1955 and flew back to NZ deplaning at Harewood 14 Mar 1955. Served overseas one year 131 days. Medically re-boarded at Christchurch 14 Mar 1955 and admitted to Christchurch Public Hospital. Again re-adm to Christchurch Hospital.4–11 Apr 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jul 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| DOLAN, Thomas William | 204239 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Parnell, Auckland, 30 Sep 1924. Employed as a Tannery hand, at Sunderland’s Tanneries, Auckland. Embarked Wellington 29 May 1946 on the Empire Pride to sail for service in Jayforce 29 May 1946, BCOF, Japan (647714, Private, NZ Infantry). Served in D & E Platoon. Attached FAP to NZ Tokyo Bn. Also served at HQ 2 NZEF (Japan). RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Next-of-kin Mrs E Dolan Auckland. Discharged 6 Aug 1947. was a freezing worker at Westfield on return to NZ. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952 and posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Battery not known. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 20 Feb 1953 and employed as cook but reverted to Gunner 23 Jun 1953. Accidently injured left middle finger. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 11 Aug 1953 then TSFD to 38 Canadian Fd Amb followed by admission to 25 Canadian FDS. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 20 Oct 1953. M/I NZ Base 23 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged 24 Jan 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.730 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Auckland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost and replaced at cost in 1995. Later awarded NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Rotorua 21 Feb 2017 aged 91 years. |
| DOLMAN, John | 688556 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZA | 24/02/2054 | 24/11/2054 | Born Gisborne 25 Dec 1932. Employed as a driver and Motor Mechanic for Ford Motor Coy, Lower Hutt. Completed 15 months as a CMT soldier. Served in 1 Heavy Mortar Coy then 5 Lieutenant Regt RNZA. Attested 28 Oct 1953 in Kayforce. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Waiouru, although there was a three-day exercise at Muriwai 1–3 Feb 1954. Emplaned Auckland 24 Feb 1954 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 7 Mar 1954 and entered Korea the next day. M/I to 16 Fd Regt on 10 Mar 1954. M/O to 16 Fd Regt LAD and TSFD from RNZA to RNZEME 20 Apr 1954. Admitted Brit Com Z Med Unit 6–8 Nov 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia, for RTNZ via Brisbane to Sydney and travelled by air from Brisbane to deplane Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas 274 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jan 1955 and was posted to the Territorial Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.731 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in NaeNae, Lower Hutt. Attested in Regular Force for service in FARELF on 1 Aug 1957. Embarked Wellington 25 Nov 1957 on HMT Captain Cook. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Camp on 15 Dec 1957. Admitted BMH Kamunting on four occasions for three to six days. Served in C Coy as at 14 Jan 1959. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. SOS 1 NZ Regt 17 Aug 1957 and posted to FARELF X List (NZ Roll) for RTNZ. Emplaned Changi 19 Aug 1959 and deplaned from service aircraft at Whenuapai on 21 Aug 1959. Discharged 23 Dec 1959 on medical grounds. Died Tauranga 7 Nov 1990 aged 57 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DOLMAN, Philip Raymond | 206772 | Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 07/06/2052 | 13/03/2054 | Born Gisborne 23 Jul 1926. Linesman for Post & Telegraph Department, Gisborne. Attested in Kayforce 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement, 2nd Flight. Emplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airline, deplaning Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 20 Jun 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 20 Jun 1952. Served in C Troop which contained several detachments of linesmen and each one had a Corporal in charge. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 17 Mar 1953, Temporary Corporal 1 Jun 1953 and appointed Line NCO, C Troop and to Corporal 14 Dec 1953. He was a very reliable soldier. M/I to NZ Base HQ 18 Dec 1953 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 284 days. Discharged 21 May 1954 shortly after RTNZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Gisborne, 2 Jul 2001. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DON, James Russell | 206870 | Staff Sergeant | NZ Base HQ Sectiontion | RNZAOC | 30/08/2052 | 29/12/2056 | Born Bannockburn, Stirling, Scotland 7 Mar 1922. Served 8 years in the British Army with Service No 7595125. Painter, Wellington. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning, 4 Sep 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ, Ordnance Section 15 Sep 1952, entered Korea and was attached FAP to Brit Com Forward Ordnance Depot (FOD) the same day. Awarded British Empire Medal, Sergeant (Temporary) (London Gazette, No.40012 dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). The citation for this award reads: “Sergeant Don consistently carried out his duties in the Korean Sub-Depot of the Commonwealth Ammunition Depot in a most praiseworthy manner by his personal conduct and leadership he set a find [sic] example at all times to the troops under his command. He worked with untiring energy in supervising the receipt and issue of ammunition and never failed when day and night demands from the forward areas were heavy. He rendered services in excess of what is normally expected of an NCO of his rank.” CTBA Brit Com FOD 1 Jan 1954 and went back to NZ Base HQ. Attached FAP HQ RAOC, 1 Comwel Div 4 Jan 1954 until 25 Jul 1954 when he was the attached FAP to Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot. Granted a further 12 months extension of service in Korea 4 Sep 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ and CTBA Brit Com BOD 26 Mar 1955 then posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Base HQ 24 Apr 1955. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant and appointed CQMS. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 12 Aug 1955 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Aug 1955. Served variously between 10 Tpt Coy and NZ Base HQ 27 Jan 1956–15 May 1956 when he was TSFD to NZ Roll. Granted six months Leave Without Pay (LWOP) to go to Scotland to see his mother and family. Remained on NZ Roll. Departed Kure, Japan 18 Jul 1957 on HMT Asturias to Hong Kong and managed to obtain indulgence passages to the UK. Disembarked Auckland 29 Dec 1956 from SS Mataroa ex UK. Served overseas four years 123 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in all ranks from Private to Staff Sergeant RNZAOC in Korea. Discharged on completion of deferred leave 6 Jul 1957. Died Wellington 5 Dec 1989 aged 67 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM claimed by his son in 2014. |
| DONALD, Eric Walter (Wally) | 10378 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Helmore, Christchurch 12 Apr 1926. Enlisted in the RNZN 21 Nov 1944 until Dec 1950 and in RNZNR from Dec 1950 until 1956. Served in Achilles as part of the NZ contribution to the BCOF force in Japan. Drafted to Pukaki in early 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korea. Travelled to Korean waters via Port Moresby, Hong Kong and Sasebo. RTNZ via Hong Kong, North Borneo and Cairns to Auckland arriving on 2 Dec 1950. Medals awarded, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living in Christchurch in 2004. |
| DONALD, William Fergie | 13316 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Stirling, Scotland, 1 Mar 1920. Employed as a miner before he entered the RN on 14 Sep 1938 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No C/KK95019. Underwent training in Pembroke (shore station). His first ship was Titania (submarine depot ship) in which he served in home waters 11 Feb 1939–30 Aug 1941. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class 14 Aug 1939. He also served in Elfin and then Warspite (battleship) 22 Dec 1941–2 Nov 1942. During his time on board Warspite operated from Trincomalee, Bombay or Colombo in searches for the Japanese fleet which had a preponderance of carriers and aircraft. These searches were not successful. Advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary) 26 Oct 1942. He then served in shore stations HMS Kongoni and HMS Assegai (Durban, South Africa). Drafted to Devonshire (heavy cruiser) 7 Mar–16 Jun 1943 and returned to Britain in her. Drafted to Orwell (destroyer) 17 Aug 1943–26 Mar 1944 and advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 4 Feb 1944. Orwell rescued some survivors of the ORP Orkan (Polish destroyer) and was an escort for landing Norwegian troops on Spitzbergen to re-establish the meteorological station destroyed by German warships in Sep. She was also involved in Russian convoy escorts in Nov and Dec. Also served in Holderness (Hunt-class destroyer) 11 May–31 Oct 1944 and was involved convoy duties but did not take part in Operation Neptune. In Jan he was in HMS Mayina (Colombo) and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Temporary) 4 Feb 1945. His Naval Posting Card next shows him in Linaria (Flower-class corvette) 27 Feb–21 Oct 1945 based on HMS Lanka (Ceylon–now Sri Lanka) but then back in Britain 7 Jul 1945, He later served in Arethusa (light cruiser) 27 Aug 1946–23 Oct 1947 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 1 Oct 1947. He then served in Duncansby Head (repair ship) followed by Phoebe (light cruiser). Released from the RN on 19 Sep 1950 to enter the RNZN. His WWII medals include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps), Burma Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori in the UK on 20 Sep 1950, as a Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic and Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on successive days. On arrival in NZ he was drafted to Taupo on 27 Sep 1950 and remained with that ship until 25 Jan 1953 during which time he served in Korean waters. Taupo sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korea. He RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 and then served in Tamaki and advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. He also served in Philomel, Stawell and then returned to Philomel 29 Oct 1955. DEE on 19 Sep 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. William Donald died Hamilton 12 Jan 1983. Later entitled to Arctic Star, NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DONALDSON, Andrew Michael | 15373 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 26 Apr 1940. Entered RNZN 19 May 1955 as Boy 2nd Class and underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 31 Oct 1955 then to Junior Seaman 4 May 1956 and was drafted to Hawea the same day for approx three months. Served Philomel 31 Aug 1956 until drafted to Royalist 18 May 1957. Sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 26 Oct 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in Philomel 10 Sep 1958 and advanced to Able Seaman 26 Oct 1958. Served in Paea then Rotoiti where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 28 Jan 1961. Had several short postings to Tamaki, Philomel, Pegasus and back to Philomel in 1961 and was advance to Leading Seaman 28 Jan 1962. Served again in Rotoiti and was in Philomel when advanced to Acting Petty Officer 9 Dec 1963. Also served again in Royalist and advanced to Petty Officer 9 Dec 1964. The last of his service was between Tamaki and Philomel. DEE 25 Apr 1970. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| DONALDSON, Gordon Noel | 206070 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/06/2051 | Born Auckland on 26 Apr 1927. Served in BCOF, Japan (654579, Temporary Corporal, NZ Base HQ. Stable hand from Hamilton. Next-of-kin, Mr J Donaldson, Auckland (father)). Embarked 30 Jul 1946 and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Travelled on HMT Dunera and was admitted to ship’s hospital 22–25 Jun 1947 and disembarked Auckland on 5 Jul 1947. Discharged from Jayforce on 11 Aug 1947. He was a horse trainer at Whanganui before he enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and entered Camp for training the same day. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. After training for Korea, he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as a Gunner on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Admitted BCOF Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan 18 May 1951 and was TSFD to X(ii) List. (BCOF Gen Hosp later known as Brit Com Gen Hosp.) TSFD to the NZ Roll on 28 May 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 May 1951 as a medical evacuee for RTNZ via Sydney Military Forces Wing, Repat Gen Hosp, Concord, Sydney and deplaned Wellington on 8 Jun 1951. Served overseas 181 days. Underwent further medical treatment at Whanganui hospital and was discharged 18 Nov 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZ Service Medal 1945–49 and Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hornsby Hospital, NSW, Australia 4 Feb 1997 aged 70 years. |
| DONALDSON, James Adams (Snowy) | 34225 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZAOC | 16/06/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Hastings on 7 Dec 1933. He joined the NZ Army as a Regular Force Cadet in Allen Class on 17 Jan 1950. (This class was named after Lieutenant Colonel S.F. Allen OBE who served in Greece as Commander of 2 NZ Div Sigs. In 1941 he was Commander of 21 NZ Battalion and was mortally wounded at the attack on El Ruweisat Ridge.) Reclassified as a Private on 7 Dec 1951 having attained the age of 18 years. He was a Storeman Tech in the Clothing Group. Regular Force soldier posted as Private, Storeman, RNZAOC, 7th Reinforcements, Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued ion by Civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. M/I to the NZ Reinf Trg Base on deplanement. Entered Korea on 25 Jun 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 26 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 6 Oct 1953 and appointed clerk. Attached FAP to HQ RAOC, 1 Comwel Div on 7 Jan 1954. CTBA HQ RAOC 1 Comwel Div on 25 Jun 1954. Returned to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Corporal on 3 Aug 1954. TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 (or 3) Nov 1954. Both dates are shown on his record but, what is not shown is his travel to NZ. It is almost certain that he boarded an RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954 from such an aircraft. Served overseas one year 143 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Dec 1954 and reposted to Regular Force as a Lance Corporal 0n 24 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea medal. TSFD to the Territorial Force on 31 Jan 1956 at the completion of his engagement. Taken on strength of 1 Hawkes Bay Regt 31 Jan 1956 with a liability of 5 years on the Class ‘A’ Reserve. Living in Tallai, Queensland Australia in 2010. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| DONALDSON, John Keith | 675312 | Driver | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZA | 02/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Masterton 5 Feb 1933. Employed as a driver for Transport (Wairarapa) Ltd Called up for the 3rd Intake of CMT. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements on 4 May 1954. His training for Korea was held mainly in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. Posted to Active Service on 15 Jul 1954. Emplaned Auckland 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 5 Sep 1954 and M/I to NZ Reinforcement Training Unit on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 9 Sep 1954 and entered Korea on 11 Sep 1954. M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 12 Sep 1954. After a short time in this unit, he was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 24 May 1955–8 Jun 1955 and discharged back to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Attached FAP to 8th Arny HQ for duties in the Honour Guard. He CTB attached to ‘8th Army’ HQ at Seoul and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy on 2 Mar 1956. His next movement was from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and posting to the NZ Roll on 12 Mar 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 15 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai on 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 219 days. Discharged from Kayforce on 6 Jun 1965 and reposted to is TF unit 1 Wellington Regt. Posted to Class ‘A” Reserve 1 Aug 1956. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM on 2 Dec 2013 when he was 80 years old. |
| DONEY, Keith Hubert | 206467 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/05/2053 | Born Eketahuna on 13 Dec 1927. Previous service in RNZAF with 14 Sqn in Jayforce as an Aircraftman 1st Class with Service No 71247. Cost Accountant for Matheson Minster Ltd, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Camp, until arrangements were made for travel to Japan. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni on 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 8 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 30 Jan 1952 and appointed clerk. Promoted Temporary Corporal 15 Apr 1952 and to Corporal, Temporary Sergeant on 20 May 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 7–13 Jun 1952, Re-adm to 60 Ind Fd Amb 17 Jun and TSFD to Div Rest Centre, Inchon. Discharged to unit on 12 Jul 1952. Accidently injured to knee and was admitted to 37 Canadian F.D.S. on 23 Jul 1952 and returned to unit on 1 Aug 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 27 Feb 1953 and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for Rugby trials. Returned to unit and M/I on 14 Mar 1953. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Apr 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 7 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 13 May 1953. Served overseas in Korea one year 286 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned to Eketahuna. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1953. Joined Regular Force on 31 May 1952 and served in NZ Dental Corps from Mar 1960 in the Dental Store at Trentham rising from Sergeant to Warrant Officer 1st Class. Discharged on completion of engagement on 30 May 1972. Later issued NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Wellington on 20 Oct 2011 aged 84 years. |
| DONGHI, Roland Derrick | 206468 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 07/05/2054 | Born Napier on 12 Sep 1926. Served in Jayforce in 2 Div Sigs with Service No 661647. Sailed from NZ on 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ on 11 Dec 1948 and disembarked Auckland, Discharged from Jayforce on 23 Jan 1949. Employed as a Hospital Orderly at the Public Hospital, Waipukurau. He was then a porter at the Pukeora Sanitorium, Waipukurau. Enlisted in the Kayforce Expansion Force at Hastings on 12 Jun 1951. After training in Linton Camp he embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Wahine ran aground and was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan where he deplaned on 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan on 4 Sep 1951. Also posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 4 Sep 1951. Accidentally injured 19 Aug 1952 and was admitted to 26 Brit Fd Amb. TSFD to 25 Canadian DFS and on discharge 8 Sep 1952 was released direct to his unit. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and was placed on X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and furlough. Deplaned Wellington on 1 Jan 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Granted 28 days leave and was to report to Central District Trg Depot Waiouru on 30 Jan 1953. Attached FAP C.D. Training Depot, Waiouru and re-emplaned for Korea 25 Feb 1953. Deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 ex furlough and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Mar 1953 and re-entered Korea on 4 Mar 1953. M/I to his unit on 5 Mar 1953. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to HQ RASC (NCO School) 7 Jun and returned to his unit on 27 Jun 1953. Attached FAP to Britannia Camp 28 Jul–2 Aug 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Aug 1953 and to Lance Corporal on 10 Nov 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Apr 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 12 Apr 1954. Embarked on SS Taiyuan at Kure on 6 May 1954 and sailed to Australia. Completed the journey to Wellington and deplaned from a Teal flight on 5 Jun 1954. Served overseas two years 255 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Aug 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He enlisted in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt as a Lance Corporal on 25 Jun 1961 and served through changes and was discharged on 17 Sep 1954. HE applied for the Efficiency Medal having completed 12 years of service. Later entitled to or awarded NZ service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM (R& TF) and KWSM. |
| DONNELLY, Kevan Brendon | 203706 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/07/2052 | Born 23 May 1926 possibly in New Plymouth as he gave his home address in Fitzroy, New Plymouth. Employed as a dairy-factory hand and storeman at the NZ Dairy Co, East Tamaki. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1960. Posted to 18 Fd Regt in Waiouru on 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Driver Operator and served as a member of 162 Bty. Attached NZRTU 5 Sep 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 19–26 Sep 1951 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 7–11 Jan 1952 and posted back to unit. Admi 25 Canadian FDS four days later 15 Jan 1952, then discharged to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot until 16 Feb 1952. TSFD to X(iv) List. Posted to NZRTU 17 Jun to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 7.30am on 30 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 234 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 31 Dec 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.736 was sent on 20 Feb to his given address in Auckland. Died Otahuhu, Auckland, on 1 Nov 1976 aged 50 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DONNELLY, Vincent Edward (Mick) | 211391 | Acting Major | ? | NZ Regt | 28/08/2054 | 29/12/2055 | Born Carterton on 4 Dec 1920. Petty Officer (NZ3927) RNZN 1942–46. Civil servant, Wellington. Served 2 years NZ Military Forces. Attested in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements during Apr 1954. Emplaned 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings as Gunner at RNZAF Base Whenuapai bound for Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 31 Aug 1954. Served Kayforce 1954-56. SOS Emergency Force (Kayforce) and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZ Infantry Corps, 17 Feb 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Appointed the senior officer in charge of Scot Base Antarctica 1961–62. Died 18 Jun 2000, Tawa, aged 78 years. Buried Whenua Tapu Cemetery, Plimmerton. |
| DONOVAN, Arthur Trevor | 14014 | Electrical Artificer 5th Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 18 Sep 1935. Entered the RNZN 16 Jan 1952 as an Electrical Artificer Apprentice in Tamaki. Drafted to Philomel 17 Mar 1952 and remained there under training in his trade. Sent to the UK and was held at Maori from 24 Nov 1953–Advanced to Electrical Artificer 5th Class on 1 Dec 1956. Drafted to Royalist 10 Jun 1957 and probably joined his ship at HMAS Creswell, Jervis Bay Territory, or Sydney when the ship returned there on 14 Jun 1957. Royalist sailed onto serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. Advanced to Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 3 Nov 1957 and to Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 3 Nov 1958. Served in Philomel and Irirangi until being sent again to the UK and once more held on the books of Maori 5 May 1960–27 Mar 1962. Advanced to Acting Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 3 Nov 1960. Drafted to Taranaki 28 Mar 1961 and was a member of the crew that brought the ship to NZ. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 1st Class on 1 Jan 1962. Served in Philomel and Wakefield until drafted to Otago 30 Jun 1964. Also served in Blackpool, COMAUCK and Lachlan. Advanced to Control Electrical Artificer 1st Class 29 Aug 1969 and served again in Lachlan, Tui and COMAUCK again. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and Naval LS&GC Medal 18 Sep 1968. Entitled to NZDSM. Died North Shore, Auckland, on 16 Apr 2018. |
| DONOVAN, Thomas Michael | 13410 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born on 11 May 1934. Entered the RNZN on 21 Sep 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Bellona on 16 Aug 1951 as a Boy 1st Class and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 11 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti for passage to Korea on 10 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952. On arrival in Japan he was TSFD to Taupo and advanced to Able Seaman on 11 Jan 1953. Taupo RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 but he remained in the ship until drafted to Black Prince on 26 Jan 1953. He also served in Philomel, Black Prince again and HMAS Rushcutter 13 Aug to 8 Nov 1954 returning to Philomel on 9 Nov 1954. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) on 9 Dec 1954 and to Acting Leading Seaman on 25 Dec 1954. Drafted to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 23 Jul 1955 RTNZ on 19 Jul 1956. He later served in HMAS Watson, Tamaki where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) on 14 Jan 1957, Philomel and in Rotoiti 8 Mar–11 Aug 1957. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 1 Jul 1957. He was also in Philomel (advanced to Petty Officer on 1 Jul 1958) Tamaki, HMAS Watson, Pukaki and Kaniere in 1957–59. Served in Maori where he appears to have been sent circa 4 Jun 1960 as part of the crew to bring Taranaki to NZ in Mar 1961. He served in Tamaki 16 Jan 1962–14 Jul 1963 and then went back to Taranaki on 15 Jul 1963 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer on 1 Oct 1963. He was then in Philomel (DM) then Philomel (TD). He continued to serve and moved through Philomel, Kiama, Tamaki, Inverell, Otago and Waikato from Jun 1966–17 Feb 1971. Discharged to RA on 10 May 1971 having completed over 20 years of service. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). May also be entitled to NGSM (M), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DOOGAN, Anthony Norman Joseph | 12530 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Collingwood, north-western tip of the South Island on 12 Feb 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN in the 15th Class of Boys on 11 Nov 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. Like many of his time after training in Tamaki he underwent further training in Philomel. Served in Taupo on deployment to Korean waters. Promoted Ordinary Telegraphist while in Korean waters. Received Korea and UN Korea medal ribbons only while on course at HMAS Cerberus, Williamstown, Australia, as there was a shortage of medals to issue. DEE 25 Feb 1957. Later issued his Korea and UN Korea medals. Died Paraparaumu, 27 Sep 1998 aged 66 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DOOLE, William John | 11808 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Taihape 4 May 1925. Electrical cadet before joining the NZ Division of the Royal Navy. Naval Cadet from 11 Dec 1943 and started his training at HMS Britannia. Midshipman in Newfoundland (a light cruiser) 4 Sep 1944–31 Oct 1945. After refit was deployed to the Eastern Mediterranean on passage to join the British Pacific Fleet. (see “Operation Pacific” by E. Gray and “The Forgotten Fleet” by J. Winton and Naval Staff Histories). Returning to England he was at the shore station Excellent when promoted Sub-Lieutenant on 1 May 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Served in Wrangler a fast-anti-submarine frigate Mar–Nov 1947. Hospitalised with fractured skull and collar bone while serving in Wrangler. RTNZ late 1947 and served in Arbutus Feb–Aug 1948. Advanced to Assistant Surveyor 3rd Class Mar 1952. Served in nearly all the RNZN frigates in the late 1940s and 50s. Appointed to Taupo. Sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korea. Signalman on his ship and served on a forward observation post on the Han River. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Promoted Lieutenant Commander 1 Nov 1955. Served in Lachlan as Commanding officer and in Charge of Survey Oct 1962–Mar 1965. Later Acting Commander. Discharged from Wakefield (Wellington) at his own request 31 Mar 1967. Died Lower Hutt on 25 Nov 1968. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| DOOLING, Daniel John (Dan) | 208484 | Lance Bombardier | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born Greymouth on 26 Jun 1926. Attended Ashburton Primary and High Schools. Clerk for Mid Canterbury Transport Ltd Served in RNZAF with Service No 45816 from 1 Mar to 28 Aug 1945. Clerical cadet with New Zealand Railways. NOK, Mrs, J. Dooling (mother) Ashburton). Served in BCOF Japan (656683, Temporary Sergeant, NZ Base HQ. Embarked For Japan on 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ disembarking at Auckland 5 Oct 1948. Attested in Kayforce on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on the Teal flying boat Awatere to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ then attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Nov 1952–4 Jan 1953. To be Temporary Bombardier 1 Dec 1952. Returned to NZ Base HQ. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2 Jun–3 Aug 1953 when he returned to his unit. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 26 Nov 1953 and to Sergeant 7 Jun 1954. M/O NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. 14 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 23 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 38 days. Discharged 6 Oct 1954. Awarded War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM. Died Christchurch, 17 May 1998 aged 72 years. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| DOONER, Charles John | 12426 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Oxford, Suffolk, UK, 13 Nov 1926. A scholar before he entered the RN as Ordinary Seaman on 4 May 1944 with Service No C/JX 541980. He was in HMS Royal Arthur, Ganges, Valkyrie. Collingwood and Pembroke before he served briefly in HMS Modeste (sloop) as an Able Seaman with a grade of Radar Plotter 3rd Class, 28 Aug–4 Oct 1945. He went back to Pembroke but was then sent to HMS Golden Hind (Sydney, Australia) 18 Jan–30 Apr 1946. He joined Glory (carrier) in Sydney and served in her 1 May 1946–17 Feb 1947 probably taking part in Operation Magic Carpet, the repatriation of troops to Australia and possibly to the UK. Drafted to Adamant (submarine depot ship) 18 Feb–17 May 1947 which was based in Australia at the time. He returned to Britain and to Pembroke and was released to Class ‘A’ Reserve on 13 Jan 1948. He entered the RNZN at Cook, in London on 3 Jan 1949 as an Able Seaman with the classification of Radar Plotter 3rd Class. Cook became Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was one of the crew who sailed the ship to NZ. He also served in Bellona, Philomel, HMAS Watson, Kiwi and Philomel before he was drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Rotoiti RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. He then served in Tamaki 15 Aug 1953–17 Dec 1954 and was DEE from Philomel on 2 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DORRICOTT, Mervyn Raymond | 13537 | Leading Mechanic (Engineering) | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Auckland 26 Jun 1933. Was a welder by trade before he entered the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as a Stoker. He, like others who joined the RNZN on that day were sent on LWOP returning to Tamaki on 18 Jan 1951. After training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Lachlan 15 Jan 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 31 Dec 1951. Drafted to Hawea 2 Aug 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve in Korean waters with UN Naval Forces. He was TSFD to Newcastle (light cruiser) 23 Sep 1952–4 Feb 1953 and at the end of this TOD he went to Rotoiti on 5 Feb 1953 and RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Mervyn then served in Philomel, Kiwi and Bellona where he advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955 and to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 28 Mar 1955. Also served in Black Prince, Kaniere and Kiwi where he advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 28 Mar 1956. Served in Philomel 8 Jan–17 May 1957. Drafted to Royalist 18 May 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May on the second commissioning voyage to Malaya, Hong Kong and Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic (Local) on 13 May 1958 and to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 14 days later. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in his ship until 10 Nov 1958. He then served in Philomel, Kaniere, Philomel and Royalist again. Discharged free on Compassionate Grounds 26 Feb 1962. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| DORRINGTON, Joseph Leonard | 568339 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 04/06/2055 | Born Greenmeadows, Napier.18 Mar 1933. Employed as a cabinetmaker in Palmerston North before attested in Kayforce on 16 Jun 1954. Emplaned as a Gunner at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 20 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954 and M/I to his unit on 22 Oct 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll on 17 May 1955 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 20 May 1955. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni on 29 May 1955 for RTNZ and Compassionate Discharge. Deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 236 days. Discharged 5 Jul 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Enlisted in the NZ Regular Force for five years on 16 Dec 1957. Served in CD Construction Sqn RNZE then TSFD to RNZAOC on 22 Jan 1960. Served in CD Ordnance Depot. Reached rank of Sergeant and was discharged on medical grounds 21 May 1965. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DOUGHERTY, Robert Charles | 207749 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/02/2053 | Born Timaru on 11 Aug 1928. Employed as a driver for Mason’s Laundry, Christchurch. Attested 29 Jun 1950 in KMB at Christchurch. Trained in Burnham and Waiouru Camps. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 4 Oct and to Active Service at Waiouru on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for service in Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty and took part in all major gunnery tasks while he was with the battery. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 13– 8 Dec 1952. Granted 28 days furlough 23 Dec 1952–19 Jan 1953 inclusive. M/I to NZ Base HQ, Hiro on expiry of furlough. He had elected to serve a further 12 months but had received a cablegram advising his mother was seriously ill. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ on compassionate leave via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He did not return to Korea. Discharged 20 Mar 1953. Served overseas two years 58 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later issued NZOSM and KWSM during 2002. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Auckland on 28 Jul 2008 aged 79 years. |
| DOUGLAS, Robert William (Bob) | 204427 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/08/2052 | 08/09/2054 | Born Auckland 15 Jul 1927. Attested 7 Apr 1952. Came from Onehunga, Auckland. Previous service in the Army, 2nd Relief of Jayforce. Embarked 18 Jul 1947 and RTNZ 5 Oct 1948. Storeman for J. Hardie Co Ltd. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland bound for Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952 and was attached FAP Brit Com Z Sigs Sqn the same day. M/I NZ Base HQ and ceased to be attached Brit Com Z Sigs Sqn 30 Nov 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Z Sigs Sqn 16 Dec 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal 15 Apr 1953, Corporal 19 Jul 1953 and to Temporary Sergeant 1 Oct 1953 (Tp Sergeant). Promoted Sergeant 8 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to RNZA 28 Jun 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas two years 22 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Nov 1954. Enlisted in the RF 1 May 1955 as a Sergeant. Posted to 2 Sqn 1 Div Sigs Regt but was discharged at his own request 1 Dec 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Mangere, 3 Mar 2004 aged 76 years. |
| DOWD, Lawrence Darwell | 204570 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/02/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Thames, NZ, 10 Jun 1930. Employed as a fitter and turner at Maramarua Sawmills. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned at Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 3 Mar 1953, entered Korea the next day and posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 10 Mar 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 21–23 May 1953. M/O from his unit 14 Aug to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 20 Aug 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 196 days. Discharged 4 Nov 1954. Served as a Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant from 6 Dec 1959–1 Oct 1961 an RNZ Sigs TF unit. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DOWDELL, Laurence Rex | 206871 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 11/08/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Paeroa 1 Oct 1930. Grocer for Andrews Ltd, Kaponga near Stratford. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland to Sydney and continued by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan, arriving 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Posted to G Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 19 Aug 1952 and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Radio Mechanic) 16 Sep 1952 and to Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal (Radio Mechanic) 1 Oct 1952. Sat Radio Technology Exam in 1953 while in Korea. CTBA 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 20 Oct 1953. Reverted to Signalman at own request 10 Sep 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 7.30am, 30 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 235 days. SOS Kayforce 31 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died 17 Dec 2013 in South Australia aged 83 years. |
| DOWIE, Walter Desmond | 897195 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 25/06/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Oamaru, 6 Aug 1930. Clerk at Wellington Post Office Telegraph Department. Attested 23 Jan 1953. 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 23 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Japan 27 Jun 1953. M/I to Reinf Training Unit on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Jul 1953 and entered Korea 25 Jul 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 10 Oct 1953 and M/I 15 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 28 Oct 1953 and appointed Postal Clerk; promoted Temporary Corporal 10 Dec 1953. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 4 Mar 1954 (Internal Auditor) then to Temporary Staff Sergeant 20 Apr 1954. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to NZ Army Pay Corps 22 Jun 1954. Promoted Staff Sergeant 20 Jul 1954. Emplaned Japan 19 Dec 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Whenuapai 21 Dec 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 180 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 22 Feb 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Applied for entry into Regular Force but declined the offer of Corporal rank. His application was therefore cancelled. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDEFSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei 16 Jul 2012 aged 81 years. |
| DOWLING, Guy Jeremy | 16076 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Isleworth, Middlesex, UK, on 6 Jul 1933. Entered RNZN at Maori on 21 Jan 1957 as an RN officer on two and a half years loan. Appointed to Royalist on 27 Jan 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Appointed to Endeavour on 4 Sep 1958–2 Apr 1959 and may have made a journey in this ship to Antarctica in the summer season Nov–Feb 1958–59. Returned to Maori and was discharged from RNZN on 20 Jun 1959, Loan Service Completed. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| DOWLING, William John (Bill) | 206008 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Ohakuni on 10 May 1921. Employed as a Timber Worker for Waterson Bros and Mr Donnell at National Park. Previous service in the army during WWII with Service No 421775. Served in 1 Wellington West Coast Training Coy and was TSFD to 1 Bn Ruahine Regt. Embarked 27 Dec 1942 and served in 36 Bn in New Caledonia, Guadalcanal and Treasury Islands. Participated in the landings on Mono Island where he suffered multiple grenade wounds circa 4 Nov 1943. Battle casualty 1943. Admitted Hospital and was discharged 24 Dec 1943. RTNZ 9 Jun 1944. Re-embarked 5 Jan 1945 for service in Italy, served in 24 Bn. TSFD to the NZ Roll ‘Pokeno’ and RTNZ disembarking at Wellington on 23 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Italy Star. Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and was a member of Dog 2 gun crew, 162 Bty. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 10–17 Mar 1952 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP From 16 Fd Regt to attend CATC Arty Course 24 Apr–9 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 23 May 1952 and apptd 2i/c gun. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Jul 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Sep 1952. Later awarded to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Also awarded Republic of Korea Presidential Citation. |
| DOWN, Haven | 13569 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Rata, New Zealand, 1 Nov 1934. Haven was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class, as a Stoker. He, like others who joined the RNZN on that day were sent on Leave Without Pay returning to Tamaki on 24 Jan 1951. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 2 Aug 1951 and was drafted to Bellona 5 Jan 1952 for his first sea service and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 1 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea, which was in the Reserve Fleet, 20 May 1952. Hawea was re-fitted and stored and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve in Korean waters with UN Naval Forces. Haven advanced to Able Seaman on 1 Jun 1953. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but he remained in the ship until 23 Nov 1953. He then served in several ships and returned to Bellona 13 Apr 1955. He changed his trade to Acting Sailmakers Mate on 1 Jun 1955. He appears to have been in the crew that took Bellona back to the RN and sailed Royalist to NZ in 1956. During the years from Apr 1956 he served in Royalist 17 Apr 1956–10 Feb 1957, Black Prince and advanced to SLMR Mate and Lachlan until 13 Aug 1959. He again served in Philomel, Lachlan and Royalist and was DEE 31 Oct 1960. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DOWNER, William George | 14544 | Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Dunedin 11 Oct 1953. Sewing machine mechanic before enlisting in the RNZN as a Junior Electrician's Mate 2nd Class on 10 Sep 1952. Drafted to Tamaki for his initial training. Attended a course in HMAS Cerberus 28 Dec 1952 to 24 Apr 1953 and appears to have been advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 11 Apr 1953 near the end of that course or his rank was back dated to that date. His first sea service was in Bellona 27 Oct 1953 to 16 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 to 22 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954. Served in west coast Korean waters during the period Nov 1954 to Mar 1955. On RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955 he then served in Black Prince as Electrician's Mate 1st Class, followed by Stawell then Lachlan. Discharged 4 Jun 1957 'Below Naval Physical Standards'. Died Edgecombe Caravan Park, Bowen, Queensland, Australia and was cremated on 4 Sep 1991, aged 55 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| DOWNES, Walter William | 208265 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 19/09/2055 | Born Lower Hutt on 31 Jan 1929. Civil trade carpenter. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Rescued and taken to Darwin. Flown by Qantas of BCPA flight to Japan to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for passage to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on entry into Korea. Accidentally injured by petrol burn to left leg. Admitted Norwegian MASH 10 Nov 1951. Promoted Corporal, Section Commander of B Tpt Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. 16 Dec 1952. Changed to Administration duties. Promoted Sergeant at 10 Tpt Coy HQ. Also served on TOD to NZ Base HQ on several occasions and attached FAP at 1 Comwel Div Guard Room for one month in Feb 1953. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy at end of TOD. Granted a six-month extension and employed at NZ Base, Japan before returning to NZ. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 19 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Sep 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 19 Sep 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Feb 1957. Entitled to NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Walter Downs’ service is unusual in that he stayed in Korea and Japan for over four years without taking furlough in New Zealand. |
| DOWNIE, Alexander Edward | 208717 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/08/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born Invercargill on 24 Aug 1931. Shearer, came from Mandeville, Southland. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 16 Apr 1952. After completing training for Korea, he emplaned Wellington 5 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued the journey to Korea by civil air arriving at Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan. M/I to 16 Fd Regt Attached to CATC, Inchon 19 Jul to 8 Aug 1953. Attached to Royal Warwickshire Regt for three weeks in Oct 1953. Promoted through the ranks to Sergeant on 24 Apr 1954. RTNZ by air deplaning Wellington 22 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Nov 1954. Discharge Cert returned to Base Records 1957. Died Christchurch, 12 Nov 1981 aged 50 years. |
| DOWNS, Noel Alfred | 334221 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/03/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Inglewood, Taranaki, 23 Aug 1930. Attested 27 Oct 1953 in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 9 Mar 1954 to travel to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas of chartered Civil flight and to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 12 Mar 1954. Posted to RNZASC and served as a Driver in 10 Tpt Coy involved with picking up supplies and troops and 'whatever'. The unit was kept very busy. Was located at a base called Duckville. Noel was sent over to Brit Com General Hospital in Kure, Japan with a very bad infection in his ears. When he returned to 10 Tpt Coy the unit was located at a new location called Gloucester Valley. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning at Auckland 7 May 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1955. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (K). Living at Katikati circa 2002. Died Katikati 6 Feb 2015 aged 84 years. |
| DOWNS, Whakapumautanga Morehu (Darkie) | 206840 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 15/04/2055 | Born Tokaanu 12 Jul 1929. Chainman working for Ministry of Works. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 23 Feb 1952. Emplaned 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 12 Aug 1952. Survey section, RHQ, 16 Fd Regt. Attached to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 25 Feb 1953. Granted an extension of six months service in Korea. Also posted to NZ Base camp as stores clerk for six months. Promoted Bombardier 20 Jul 1954. Was permitted to take his 28 days furlough in Hong Kong from where he RTNZ at the end of his active service. Deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Aug 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taupo, 2 Nov 2005 aged 76 years. |
| DOWSETT, John Peter | 14456 | Shipwright Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born St Judes, Portsmouth, UK, on 4 Jul 1924. He was a scholar before he entered the RN on 11 Sep 1939 as Apprentice Naval Shipwright with Service No P/MX61500. His initial training was conducted in Victory from 11 Sep 1939–7 Dec 1943 and he was soon re-classified as Shipwright 5th Class. Drafted to Indefatigable (Fleet carrier) on 8 Dec 1943 before she was completed. He was aboard during the contractor’s sea trials and commissioning and on 15 Mar successful landings of Mosquito aircraft were completed. Indefatigable was accepted into service on 3 May 1944 and work up with the Home Fleet was conducted in Jun 1944. In Jul 1944 her aircraft were involved in air attacks against the German battleship Tirpitz in Altenfjord, Norway but these were unsuccessful. Several further attacks were carried out in Aug, but the effect was minimal. In Sep Indefatigable was nominated for the British Pacific Fleet and arrived in Columbo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) on 10 Dec 1944. In Jan 1945 she took part in attacks on Japanese targets in Sumatra particularly oil installations at Pangkalan Brandon and Soengi-Gerong near Palembang while on passage to Freemantle Australia. In Feb 1945 she became part of Task Force 112 as Part of the US 5th Fleet. Indefatigable was under attack by Kamikaze aircraft and sustained 30 Casualties including 14 KIA. She also served in the Leyte area and later served closer to the Japanese mainland. John Dowsett advanced to Shipwright Artificer 4th Class on 11 Sep 1945. He remained in Indefatigable until 10 Jul 1947 and saw the recovery of Allied POWs and repatriation to Australia and Britain. Back in Britain he served in Vernon II and advanced to Shipwright 3rd Class on 11 Sep 1947. He was then drafted to Vernon and served in Royalist from 12 Jan 1948–25 Mar 1950. He also served in Duke of York (battleship) and advanced to Shipwright 2nd Class on 11 Sep 1951. He then served in Dido (AA cruiser), Theseus (light carrier) and Victory. Released from the RN on 3 Jul 1954. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 12 Jul 1954 as a Shipwright Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Shipwright Artificer 2nd Class over the next two-days. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel, Bellona and Black Prince before he was drafted to Kaniere on 29 Nov 1955. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 to serve in SE Asia and Korean waters. He advanced to Shipwright Artificer 1st Class on 19 Sep 1956. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957. He also served in Philomel, Lachlan and Royalist but did not return to SE Asia in her. Discharged to RA on 11 Jul 1966. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and the Naval LS&GC Medal on 31 Dec 1959. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DOYLE, Desmond John | 203747 | Gunner | Force HQ | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 18/06/2052 | Born Oamaru on 28 Jan 1927. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Advance Party No.1, emplaned on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Fd Regt Pool Driver. Promoted Lance Bombardier during tour. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ. Arrived at Wellington on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Aug 1952. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 30 Jun 1953 and re-embarked on Teal flight at Auckland for Korea 17 Nov 1953. Posted to NZ Pay Corps and employed as a Pay clerk at HQ NZ Kayforce, Japan. Was promoted Lance Corporal then to Corporal during tour. Embarked at Kure, Japan on New Australia for travel to Australia. Returned by Teal flight to Christchurch on 26 Nov 1954. Returned to farming at Maheno, Otago. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Auckland area 22 Dec 2011 aged 83 years. |
| DOYLE, Walter Dennis | 203962 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Auckland on 8 Feb 1929. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 26 Feb 1951. Emplaned Auckland on 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea from Sasebo by another short sea voyage. M/I to NZRTU, Korea, 29 Jul 1951. Attended a cooking course at the JRBD Cooking Centre in Sep 1951. Entered Korea 15 Dec 1951, HQ 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died, place and date not known. |
| DOYLE, Walter Henry Gordon | 206872 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 30/08/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born Whanganui 21 Oct 1921. Came from Rewa, north of Feilding. Served in the 2 NZEF during WWII (60881, Gunner, Light Anti-Aircraft Regt) embarked 7 Apr 1941 for the Middle East. Injured in a truck accident in Italy resulting in 14 days in hospital. RTNZ 21 Apr 1945. Also served in Jayforce sailing from NZ 30 Jul 1946 and returning 5 Jul 1947. Enlisted in Kayforce 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned 30 Aug 1952 at Wellington for Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning, 4 Sep 1952. Left NZ as a Gunner and TSFD to RNZASC 6 Dec 1952 and became a Driver. Posted from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and placed on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 9 Jun 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Aug 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star (‘8th Army’ clasp), Italy Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Died Levin 21 May 1987 aged 66 years. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.750 sent 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Fielding. |
| DRABBLE, Frederick Noel | 1610 | Chief Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Te Puke 28 Jan 1922. Was an apprentice in the furnishing business before he entered the NZ Division of the RN on 20 May 1938 as a Boy 2nd Class and began his service in Philomel. Changed to Signalman Boy 8 Oct 1938. Drafted to HMS Leander 19 Aug 1938 and remained in that ship until 26 Jul 1941. The first task in WWII was to take 35 Troops to Fanning Island to the NE of New Zealand in Sep 1939 and was then involved in convoy escorts in early 1940. In May 1940 escorted troopships Aquitania, Empress of Britain and Empress of Japan during passage to Australia as convoy US2 taking second batch of NZ troops for active service. Leander was under air attack several times. Served in the Mediterranean, Red Sea, Indian Ocean and bombarded Banda Abuka in Italian Somaliland. In Feb 1941 Leander caught the Italian raider RAMB1 off the Maldives, which was hit but the crew scuttled the ship before it could be taken. Crew was rescued by Leander. 1941 to Jun was a busy time for Leander. Fred Drabble advanced to Ordinary Signalman 25 Jan 1940 and to Signalman 25 Jul 1940 then to Acting Leading Signalman 1 Jan 1942. Went to Britain where his next ship was Pathfinder (destroyer) 8 Jan–20 Nov 1943 and operated from several British naval stations and convoy protection tasks. In Jul 1942 took part in Atlantic Ocean escort for ships for Operation Pedestal and for close escort from Gibraltar towards Malta. Pathfinder was also part of the escort for Queen Elizabeth, which had been damaged by Italian Frogmen in Alexandria, on its journey to West Indies on passage to Norfolk, Virginia, for repairs. Helped in a search for and sinking of U–162. Returned to Britain and was then part of naval force supporting landings in North Africa (Operation Torch) and was then back in the Atlantic fighting submarines and then returned to the Mediterranean for the attack on Sicily and the landings at Salerno in Sep 1943. On 7 Jan 1944 he is shown in Philomel and advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals (Temporary). Served at the TiriTiri Matangi radar station 6 Oct–29 Dec 1944 and was then sent back to Britain where he joined Campania (escort carrier) 22 Jun–12 Dec 1945. Back in Philomel 13 Dec 1945 he was soon drafted to Arabis until Jul 1946. He also served in Tamaki, Hawea and Bellona where he advanced to Chief Yeoman of Signals on 26 Sep 1949. He later spent more time in Bellona before being drafted on 28 Mar 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Communication Division. Discharged to RA 24 Jan 1959. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star with ‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Awarded Naval LS&GC 25 Jan 1955. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| DRABBLE, Leo Patrick | 204309 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Manurewa on 25 May 1929. Farm hand from Mangateparu (near Morrinsville). Attested 11 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air, deplaning Iwakuni,6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured 16 Oct 1952, fractured 2nd, 4th and 5th fingers, right hand. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb then TSFD to Nor MASH then discharged to unit on 21 Oct 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 207 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jan 1954. Died Morrinsville, 21 Aug 2006 aged 77 years. |
| DRAKE, George Alexander | 13958 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born London? on 20 Aug 1928. Royal Navy Lieutenant on loan from the RN for two and a half years. Entered RNZN via Maori on 7 Mar 1951. Served in Philomel, Tamaki and Tui. Appointed to Taupo on 30 May 1952 with seniority dated from 1 Jul 1950. Sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. Returned to Britain on the books of Maori 11 Jul 1953 while on passage and reverted to the RN on 5 Sep 1953. Entitled to the Korean Medal, UN Korea Medal. |
| DRAPER, John George Ward | 819 | Senior Commissioned Gunner | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Remuera, Auckland, on 29 Jul 1911. He was a scholar before he entered the NZ Division of the RN as a Boy 2nd Class on 27 Jul 1926. He served in Dunedin and by 29 Jan 1930 he had advanced to Able Seaman. He was sent to Britain for further training and served in HMS Pembroke, Excellent, Nelson (battleship) and Excellent. He returned to NZ in Dunedin in 1932 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 1 Jan 1934. He was sent to HMAS Cerberus on 20 Apr–4 Sep 1934 then was in Dunedin for passage to England for more training in the RN. Advanced to Leading Seaman on 1 Jan 1935 and was in Excellent 9 Apr 1936–25 Feb 1937. He advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 1 May 1936. Drafted to HMS Leander 26 Feb 1937 and was in the crew that brought the ship to New Zealand. Advanced to Petty Officer on 1 May 1937 and to Chief Petty Officer on 1 Jan 1940. He served in Philomel 8 Oct 1941 and was sent once more to HMAS Cerberus on 18 Dec 1941 until 19 Oct 1942. Drafted to Monowai which was now and Armed Merchant Cruiser, 20 Oct 1942–17 Jun 1943 and travelled to Britain to again serve in Drake. Drafted to Gambia 17 Sep–Dec 1943. Advanced to Temporary Acting Commissioned Gunner on 12 Mar 1944. He served in Gambia again and was back in Philomel on 1 Jan 1946. Drafted to Tamaki on 1 Sep 1946. Advanced to Temporary Commissioned Gunner on 12 Sep 1947, to Commissioned Gunner on 12 Jan 1948 and to Senior Commissioned Gunner on 6 Apr 1949. He served in Hawea, Taupo, Rotoiti and was appointed to Pukaki on 1 Feb 1950 with his seniority dating from 12 Sep 1947. Pukaki sailed from Auckland together with Tutira on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Pukaki RTNZ on 2 Dec 1950. Appointed to Bellona on 15 Apr 1952 and was still serving in her in Oct 1954 and was additional for duty with S.O.R.F. 16 Jan 1953 (Staff Officer or Supply Officer Reserve Fleet?). He applied to resign and he was released from the RNZN on 9 Jul 1955 and placed on the Retired List of Officers. Because he resigned, he was not entitled to any retiring leave. He was awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic (with ‘France & Germany’ clasp), Africa and Pacific Stars, Defence Medal, War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. NZ War Service Medal not mentioned. Died at Devonport, Auckland, on 8 Apr 1974 aged 63 years. |
| DREW, George Alfred | 14795 | Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Auckland 15 Apr 1936. Apprenticed motor body builder before enlisting in the RNZN on 21 May 1953 as a Junior Stoker 2nd Class. After his initial training his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve patrolling off the coast of Korea Nov 1954 to Mar 1955. Kaniere RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Served in Black Prince as Engineering Mechanic 1st Class. Drafted to Royalist 3 May 1957 and which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Involved in patrolling and operational bombardment off the Malayan coast in support of the Army 1957–58. On RTNZ served in Lachlan and then Rotoiti. Discharged BNPS 11 Oct 1960. Enlisted in the Territorial Force 14 May 1973 and served in 1 Constr Sqn, RNZE, Papakura Camp. TSFD to RNZIR and was posted to 1 Inf Bde Gp 10 Jul 1973. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Mar 1974. Discharged at own request late 1974. George Drew later wrote complaining about the lack of medallic recognition for his service and other naval personnel. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and PJM. |
| DRIVER, Laurence Bryan | 13795 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Nottingham, UK, 19 Apr 1919. Employed as a factory hand before he entered the RN on 1 Apr 1935 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No C/JX 144345. His training was held in HMS Ganges, Pembroke and Excellent. Drafted to Arethusa (light cruiser) 18 Feb–2 May 1936 for his first sea service and advanced to Able Seaman on 8 May 1938. Also served in Firedrake (destroyer) 1 Jan–2 Sep 1938. Also served in Pembroke, Vernon and Dolphin the latter being a submarine training school. Drafted to Trident 7 Jul 1939–26 Mar 1942. During his time in Trident he served in the North Sea and the North Atlantic where she sank seven ships and damaged several others. Her most important partial success was when she hit the German heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen in the stern which jammed her rudder and damaged her engines keeping her out of action for several months. He also served in Anson (battleship) 25 Apr 1942–12 Aug 1943 and made at least three escort trips for Russian outward and return convoys. Anson also provided cover for the relief of the Anglo-Norwegian garrison at Spitzbergen early Jun 1943. Served in Pembroke, Marlborough and Ganges before returning to sea in Euryalus (anti-aircraft cruiser) 28 Jun 1944–19 Jun 1946. Amongst the tasks of this ship was to escort the Rimutaka which was taking HRH The Duke of Gloucester to Australia to take up his appointment as Governor General. Also took part as cover for air attacks on oil refineries in Sumatra. Advanced by stages to Petty Officer (Permanent) on 17 Mar 1948. His final ship while in the RN was Bleasdale a Hunt-class escort destroyer. Released to the Reserve 5 May 1949. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 27 Mar 1952 as an Able Seaman. Advanced to Petty Officer on the two following days. Soon after arrival in NZ he was drafted to Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953–7 May 1954. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. He also served in Hawea, Lachlan and Takapu before DEE 26 Mar 1958. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, Korea Medal and the UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DROWER, Leslie Thomas | 11421 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 06/03/2051 | 04/11/2051 | Born Waipukurau 20 Nov 1930. Junior shop assistant at Waipukurau before enlisting in the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 13 Mar 1947. Was in the 11th Class of Seaman Boys. His initial sea service was in Bellona from Jan 1948 to May 1949 during which time he advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Ordinary Seaman on 20 Nov 1948. Served in Hawea then in Kaniere up until Feb 1950 gaining further promotion to Able Seaman on 20 Aug 1949. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950 and sailed from Auckland that ship on 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korean waters. In Nov 1951 Leslie Drower was sent to HMS Ladybird (HMS Ladybird, previously SS Wusueh, Yangtse river steamer converted for use as HQ ship at Sasebo, Japan) for onward passage to Australia in HMT Devonshire to return home. Final part of the journey apparently by Teal aircraft. Arrived in NZ 4 Nov 1941. Discharged 17 Mar 1952. |
| DRUMMOND, Murray Wallace | 32972 | Driver | HQ Div Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 31/12/2052 | Born Palmerston North on 29 Aug 1929. Former Regular Force soldier. Had been in the Army but was discharged at his own request and then re-enlisted seven months later only to be again discharged at his own request. Employed as a driver for the Commercial Fruit Mart, Palmerston North. Attested on 11 Jul 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin 18 Aug 1951 to deplane Iwakuni 20 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1951. Posted to and M/I to HQ Div Tpt Pl on 28 Aug 1951. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 3 May–25 Jul 1952. Returned to HQ Div Tpt Pl. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 16 Dec 1952 and TSFD from RNZASC to RNZA. Had some disagreements with military discipline. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on furlough deplaning Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Mar 1953. Tried to re-enlist in the Army again but was not accepted. Died Palmerston North, 21 Aug 1999 aged 69 years. |
| DRUMMOND, Neville Arthur | 15135 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Hokitika 28 Dec 1937. He was employed as a bench-hand (Sawmill?) in Christchurch prior to entering the RNZN on 3 Jun 1954 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 1 Nov 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 10 Apr 1955 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 28 Jun 1955. Pukaki sailed from Auckland circa 28 Apr 1955 for service in SE Asia and in Korean waters. On RTNZ during Jul 1956 he was drafted to Philomel on 14 Aug 1956. Advanced to Able Seaman 28 Sep 1956. Drafted to Black Prince 5 Apr 1957 then to Lachlan 29 Oct 1957. Discharged BNPS 28 Apr 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) circa 2010 and NZDSM (R). |
| DRURY, Ronald Leslie | 204341 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 22/07/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born New Plymouth 21 Jan 1925. Previous service in the Territorial Force and served in a TF Armoured unit (not identified) as a Trooper for two and a half years. Labourer for Phillips & Impey, Auckland. Attested 22 Feb 1952 at Papakura Camp as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight (RMA Aparima) to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Embarked Sasebo for journey to Pusan and entered Korea 29 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ on 29 Jul 1952. Attached FAP to Brit Com Z Sigs Sqn on 29 Jul 1952 as a Signaller. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Sqn on 10 Oct 1952. Had several breaches of discipline on one day 14 Apr 1953 and was committed to Canadian Detention Barracks 14 Apr 1953 for 28 days punishment. He was released direct to his unit on 9 May 1953 the same day he was released from Brit Com Comm Z Med unit where he had been admitted on 21 Apr 1953. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Dig Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to Wellington by Teal flight arriving 30 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 May 1954. Died Auckland, 2 Nov 1980 aged 53. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DRYSDALE, Angus John | 206873 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 24/05/2054 | Born Eketahuna 9 May 1928. He was a member of the Air Training Corps for two years as a Leading Aircraftman 1st Class. Worked as a farmhand on the family farm. Attested in Linton Camp on 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 31 Jul 1952. M/O NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Employed as Vehicle mechanic and served in Charlie Troop, 162 Bty. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb TSFD 25 Canadian FDS then to Brit Com Z Med unit 15 Jun 1952. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 17 Jun and was discharged to NZ Base HQ on 23 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 19 Feb 1954 then to Lance Bombardier on 7 May 1954. Served mainly in the Imjin River Area near the 38th Parallel. Also served in Pusan, Tokchin, Pintail Bridge areas. Posted back to 18 Fd Regt 7 Jul 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 May 1954. M/I to NZ Base 10 May 1954. He was granted seven days leave in Australia 25–32 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 May 1954. Resumed the RTNZ by air and travelled on the LAST Sunderland flying boat flight from Rose Bay in Sydney to Wellington arriving about 7.30am on 24 May 1954. Served overseas one year 303 days. Discharged 27 Jul 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Eketahuna 24 Mar 2002 aged 73 years. A memorial service was held on 28 Mar 2002 at Eketahuna Community Centre on his and Gill's 43rd wedding anniversary. Buried at the Eketahuna Returned Services Cemetery. |
| DRYSDALE, Gordon Malcolm | 211095 | Signalman | Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 25/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Alexandra 11 Aug 1927. Previous service in RNZAF from Jul 1946 to May 1947. Did not appear to like camp discipline. Discharged and joined Interim Army and was posted to RNZ Sigs after his basic course, as Signalman Wireless and Line. Promoted Acting Corporal but was discharged at his own request 6 Mar 1949. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Travelled to Korea by civil air. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1953 and was posted to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to deplane Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jan 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.755 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Taihape. Died Rotorua 14 Nov 1977 aged 50 years. Buried Rotorua Cemetery. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. The Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal awards were published in Routine Orders on 3 Nov 1953. |
| DUDFIELD, Douglas James | 208485 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Born Riverton on 28 Jul 1919. He was a farmer’s labourer before he enlisted in for service in BCOF Japan (His name is listed in 2 NZEF embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.36 with the following information, Service No 048817, Private, NZ Infantry, Farm Labourer from Pahia, Southland. Next-of-kin Mrs J Dudfield (mother) Pahia.) Embarked on the HMT Chitral for service in Japan 30 Jul 1946. Served in 27 NZ Bn and also served in the Tokyo Bn for nearly three months. RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 7 Aug 1947. Farmer at Riverton, Tuatapere. Attested 9 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement Draftee. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on the flying boat Awatere and flew to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 8 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 206 days. Discharged 7 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill, 16 Dec 1993 aged 74 years. |
| DUDFIELD, Harry | 200889 | Captain | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/11/2050 | 02/08/2051 | Born Gisborne 12 May 1912. Served Permanent Force 1935–36. Army 1939–40. Served in 2 NZEF 1940–45 Promoted Lance Bombardier (Service No 42634) and embarked 1941 as an Arty Reinforcement in the 3rd Echelon. Promoted Lieutenant on 17 Sep 1942 and to Captain on 28 Sep 1944. At the end of the war he returned to Gisborne and served in the TF 1949-1950. His WWII awards probably include 1939–46 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. He was employed as an Health Inspector in Gisborne. Appointed to the Emergency Force from 2nd Fd Regt, RNZA (TF). In command of Advance Party No.2 consisting of 12 men including Lieutenant Richard Kake. Photographed on board the freighter MV Ganges as a member of the Advance Party. Sailed from Auckland 25 Nov 1950 with all the guns, all the vehicles and 300 tons of stores and 170 tons of ammunition. Disembarked Pusan 15 Dec 1950. His ETD for RTNZ was 30 Jul 1951 and arrived 2 Aug 1951 to contest the General Election. SOS Kayforce 9 Aug 1951 and posted to the Retired List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Member of Parliament for Gisborne 1951–54. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUDLEY, Benn Mervyn | 207848 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Cromwell 28 Apr 1928. Truck driver from Paparoa State Mines. His home was listed as Arrowtown, Central Otago. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Left NZ as a Gunner but TSFD to RNZASC on 20 Feb 1951 and M/I to NZ Tpt Pl. Posted from NZ Tpt Platoon to NZ Base 7 Jul 1951 and was then attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt from 16 Aug to 23 Nov 1951 when he was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. He appears to twice follow this pattern of changes. Emplaned 16 Sep 1952 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He had come back to NZ on Furlough but was found medically unfit and did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1953. Died Invercargill 25 Apr 1973 three days before his 45th birthday. Later entitled to N ZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUDLEY, Charles Cane | 206151 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Provost Sec | RNZ Provost Corps | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Opunake 5 Jan 1924. Previous service in RNZN 1941–47 (NZ3473). Police Constable from Opunake. Only policeman released by Police Headquarters (because of a shortage of policemen) to join Kayforce. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and after Kayforce training embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ and served as a military policeman in Kayforce. Possibly attached Brit Com Main Provost unit in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. One roll shows him returning to NZ as a Bombardier. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served Kayforce 1950–52. Discharged 6 Aug 1952. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUFF, Donald | 536453 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/03/2053 | 02/06/2055 | Born Raetihi on 19 Oct 1930. Employed as a bushman at Rotorua. Was called up for Compulsory Military Service Training but had already attested in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 26 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Completed journey by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 7 Apr 1953. Admitted to 38 Canadian Field Ambulance 3 Oct 1953 with flash burns to right eye. Discharged direct to unit on 5 Oct 1953. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 2 Jul 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp was discharged and committed to Base Camp Guard House on 4 Aug 1954 for offences while in Brit Com Gen Hosp. Granted 28 days furlough in Japan 17 Sep–14 Oct 1954. Granted a further 12 months service in Korea from 28 Sep 1954. To report to NZ Base Camp on expiry of Furlough. Re-entered Korea and posted back to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Dec 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 12 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight bound for Sydney. Completed journey to NZ deplaning Auckland 2 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 69 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 5 Aug 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. |
| DUFF, Hugh Grant | 535513 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Dunedin 30 Jun 1933. Labourer for Downers, Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce on 17 Jun 1954. Emplaned 21 Sep 1954 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 25 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 1 Oct 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. M/I to his unit the next day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 May 1955 and to Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1956. Attached to HMNZS Pukaki 19 Jan–3 Feb 1956. Embarked Kure 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Discharged 30 May 1956 and posted to Territorial Force (6 Hauraki Regt). Served overseas one year 200 days. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living at Opotiki in 2003 and then Karitane, Southland, in 2006. Died Rotorua date unknown. |
| DUFF, Lance | 13577 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Nikau (possibly near Pahiatua) 11 Nov 1935. Left school and entered the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class, but, like several others at that time was sent on Leave Without Pay until Tamaki opened again for training on 25 Jan 1951. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 2 Aug 1951. Drafted to Bellona 8 Jan–29 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea in the Reserve Fleet at the time 30 May 1952. Hawea was recommissioned and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 11 May 1953. RTN 29 Aug 1953 and was posted to Philomel 3 Nov 1953. He remained in Philomel and advanced to Able Seaman 11 Jul 1954. Discharged BNPS 11 Mar 1955 with 30 days invaliding leave. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| DUFF, Leslie Osburne (Blue) | 33264 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 24/06/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born on 16 Nov 1929. Entered the NZ Army on 1 Feb 1949. Regular Force soldier posted as Cfn, RNZEME, 7th Reinforcements, Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 7 Jul 1953. Served in 16 Fd Regt LAD helping with the maintenance of vehicles and weapons. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 28 Sep 1954. SOS Kayforce 10 Nov 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Served overseas one year 97 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later Staff Sergeant at 3 Task Force Region Light Aid Detachment, RNZEME. Served two tours to Scott Base, Antarctica as Chief Mechanic. Discharged 17 Nov 1979. Awarded British Empire Medal (Mil) 1959 and LS&GC Medal (Military) Mar 1971. Completed 31 years’ service in the Army. Died Christchurch 23 Feb 2009 aged 79 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUFFIELD, Michael Francis | 206018 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Palmerston North 25 Jan 1929. Employed by Snappy Parcels Palmerston North. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington, 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed with the Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 16 Fd Regt, as a driver in 162 Bty from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel. Photographed greasing the wheels of his truck. Emplaned Iwakuni on 4 Jun 1954 for RTNZ (NR No.68) via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Oct 1952 and went to Palmerston North. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 1 Jul 1953 but was discharged six weeks later. Enlisted in the Regular Force on 18 Jul 1957 for service in NZ Regt. Embarked TSS Captain Cook at Wellington for Singapore on 28 Nov 1957. Disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957 and M/I to Nee Soon Garrison Camp. Then M/O to Field Training centre Kota Tinggi 28 Dec 1957. He failed to observe military standards and conventions which resulted in an 84-day detention. Also served in C Coy, 1 NZ Regt, Malaya, as at 14 Jan 1959. RTNZ and disembarked from Captain Cook at Wellington on 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 with clasp ‘Malaya’, on NZ Regt Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Completed his initial engagement on 17 Jul 1960 and was discharged. Died Pukekohe 1 Feb 2014 aged 85 years. Buried Manukau Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Papatoetoe, Auckland. |
| DUFFIN, Ronald | 203521 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/03/2051 | Born Auckland 29 Aug 1928. Bread carter and butcher from Devonport. Involved in an air accident when he was 17 years old. Enlisted in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Driver, Fd Regt RNZA. Accidentally injured in a vehicle accident 31 Jan 1951 and two-days later was blown up by mortar shell. Unconscious 26 hours. Admitted to US Hospital then TSFD to the Brit Com Occupation Force Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan. Gunner Duffin emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 18 Mar 1951 for medical evacuation to NZ via AMF Wing General Hospital, Concord, NSW, Australia. Disembarked from MV Wanganella at Wellington ex Sydney on 26 Mar 1951. Served overseas for 107 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Apr 1951. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Pukekohe 9 Nov 2015 aged 86 years. |
| DUFFY, Colin Mansell | 203966 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Born Dubbo, NSW, Australia on 4 Oct 1926. Previous service with Australian Army in BCOF, Japan. Freezing Worker at Farmers Freezing Co, export wharf, Auckland. Attested 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements in Auckland. Emplaned (one of 32) Whenuapai 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Kure, Japan and disembarked 29 Jul 1951. M/I NZRTU 29 Jul 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 21 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 22 Sep 1951 and entered Korea 24 Sep 1951. This delay was due to his failure to accept military orders and AWOL. M/I to 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. AWOL again 24 Jan 1952. Accidentally injured when jumping from wrecked vehicle (fractured left ankle) and admitted to 26 Fd Amb, TSFD to Norwegian MASH then to 121 Evac Hosp, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 11 Apr 1952. Discharged to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot 12 Jun 1952 then returned to NZRTU on 25 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 2 Aug 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 30 Nov 1952 and was TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit from where he was discharged on 9 Jan 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 1 Feb 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 4–26 Feb 1953. He had several more conflicts with military law. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1952 bound for Australia. Highest rank achieved Lance Bombardier. Served overseas one year 302 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged in Australia 15 Jun 1953. |
| DUFTY, William Bernard (Bill) | 204310 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 09/12/2053 | Born Auckland 26 Jul 1930. Employed as a farmhand at Waitoa near Morrinsville. Enlisted 11 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Iwakuni, on Qantas flight and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement 22 Apr 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea journey, disembarked Korea 26 Apr 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 161 Bty and appointed driver/operator. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 1 Aug 1952 and to Lance Bombardier (Sig NCO) on 1 Nov 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 23–29 Nov 1952 (tonsillitis). Promoted Temporary Bombardier on 15 Jul 1953 and to Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant (Signals Sergeant) on 20 Aug 1953. Applied for a 12–Month extension of service on 18 Sep 1953 which was recommended. Promoted Sergeant 28 Nov 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to the NZ Roll (Furlough) on 23 Nov and M/I to NZ Base HQ on 24 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 and deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Went on leave then M/I to Papakura Camp 7 Jan 1954 applied for discharge (approved). Served overseas one year 234 days. SOS Kayforce, discharged on 9 Mar 1954 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Bill Dufty was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Enlisted in 1 Armd Regt (TF) on 17 Jun 1959 promoted to Sergeant. He was discharged from 2 Armd (Waikato) Sqn at own request on 1 May 1965. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM on 7 Oct 2003. Entitled to NZDSM. Died circa 2004. |
| DUGGAN, Michael John | 922480 | Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2052 | 22/12/2054 | Born Timaru on 27 Aug 1931. Electrical Mechanic employed at the P&T Workshop, Andersons Bay, Dunedin. Came from Waimate. Attested 15 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements at Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 15 Dec 1952. Entered Korez 16 Dec 1952 and M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 1 Dec 1953, to Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal on 1 Feb 1954. Promoted Corporal on 1 Apr 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ on 28 May 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll (furlough). M/I to NZ Base HQ 31 May 1954, Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney on furlough 23 Jun 1954. Emplaned on Teal flight at Harewood 28 Jul 1954 for return to Korea via Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni on 31 Jul 1954. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 6 Aug and re-entered Korea on 6 Aug 1954. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt on 9 Aug 1954 and remained there until he M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation, TSFD to NZ Roll and CTBA to 16 Fd Regt on 8 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for Australia. Deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Harewood 22 Nov 1954. Discharged 17 Feb 1955 and posted to the Territorial Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Mary Potter Hospice, 23 May 2011 aged 80 years |
| DULEY, Vernon James | 206081 | Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 27/11/2054 | Born Nuhaka 30 Nov 1925. Grocer from Pahiatua before joining Army. Served in the RNZAF with Service No 4312615, in Canada and NZ as a Pilot Officer from 11 Sep 1943–7 Sep 1945. He then served BCOF (Jayforce) Japan 1947–49 as a Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce. Photographed at Waiouru by Auckland Weekly News late 1950 with Sergeant C. Cooper in camouflaged command post. Embarked Wellington, 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed with the Main Body for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Troop Commander Easy Troop (E Troop), 163 Bty. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. RTNZ 18 Dec 1952. Re-embarked for Korea 12 Feb 1953. Awarded Military Cross as Captain (London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). Temporary Major while employed as Bty Commander, 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt 14 Feb 1954. Promoted Major, 14 May 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Emergency Force and posted to 2 Fd Regt, RNZA with the rank of Major, 21 Apr 1955. TSFD from 2 Field Regiment, RNZA to Regular Force 1 Aug 1957. TSFD to NZ Regt in rank of Captain and posted to 1 NZ Regt, 1 Aug 1957. Served in A Coy, 1 NZ Regt. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Regular Force 1957–76. Sub-Area Officer, Sub-Area 5C, Masterton, 3 Mar 1960. Later Major. Commandant Fort Dorset 1967–68. GSO2 HQ Central Military District 7 Oct 1968. OC 161 Depot Battery, RNZA,12 Jan 1970. Retired from Papakura Camp, 1 Dec 1976. Died Papakura, 4 Nov 2003 aged 77 years. Extracts from a document sent to Govt House for an investiture on 8 Oct 1954 (abbreviated): “Capt V.J Duley arrived in Korea with the main body draft of 16 New Zealand Field Regiment RNZA in December 1950. From that time he filled with distinction the appointments of Gun Position Officer, Command Post Officer, Asst Adj, Bty Capt and Troop Commander. From 15 Feb 1953 161 Bty, with which Captain Duley was then serving was in direct support of 1 Inf Bn, 9 Inf Regt, 2 United Stated Div. On 1 Mar 1953 a fierce enemy attack was launched against the Anti-tank platoon of 1 Inf Bn under cover of 5000 Mortars and shells. Communications between the top of Point 355 and the Forward Observation Post situated above the attacked platoon were severed and Captain Duley as an Observation Post Officer on Point 355 was instrumental in ensuring heavy and accurate fire was brough to bear on the enemy force by passing fire orders to the various command posts. Under difficult and dangerous conditions he performed his duties in a calm, courageous and thoroughly efficient manner and to such good effect that the attack was finally broken up.” |
| DUNCAN, Arthur James | 13267 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Westport, 13 Nov 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN 25 May 1950. Served in Taupo and Bellona before being drafted to Hawea for Korean service. Later Engineering Mechanic 1st Class. Also served at HMNZS Pegasus and in HMNZS Lachlan. Discharged 9 Jun 1958 at expiry of engagement. Living in Westport in 2007. List supplied by Ronald McMillan. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Medals were lost and were replaced at cost. Living at Westport 2007. Died Westport, 25 Jan 2012 aged 81 years. |
| DUNCAN, David Alexander Cecil | 208486 | Signalman | Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 03/05/2052 | 04/07/2055 | Born Christchurch 24 Jan 1929. Civil Servant in Justice Department. Also served in BCOF Japan (815666, 2nd Relief 15 Jul 1947 to 11 Oct 1948.) Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on Teal flight (6th flight) to Sydney. Entered Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 6 May 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 10 May–9 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal 10 Jun 1952 then to Temporary Sergeant 4 Jul 1953. Attached FAP Brit Com Base Sigs Regt 9 Jul–26 Sep 1953. To be Sergeant 21Oct 1953. Attached FAP Sigs Det Brit Com Sub Area Pusan 15 Jan 1953. Served as NCO i/c Crypto Centre Brit Com Sub Area, South Pusan. He then moved several times between these units. Chief Signals Officer (Cypher) HQ BCFK regarded David as. (…capable, reliable and hardworking and had an excellent knowledge of his trade of Operator Keyboard and Cypher.” He had a few problems adhering to R & S Orders and duties. He was a member of the BCFK Rugby touring team 25 Mar–4 Apr 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Jun 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Jun 1955 and deplaned Harewood 4 Jul 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 3 years 63 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 5 Nov 1955. He later applied to join the Regular Force but decided 14 Nov 1955 not to continue with his application. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin 28 Oct 2005 aged 76 years. |
| DUNCAN, Donald | 204757 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/01/2055 | 18/08/2056 | Born Woodford, Australia, 29 Jan 1928. Attested 7 Sep 1954 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 3 Jan 1955 in RNZAF Hasting for travel to Japan deplaning 7 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Jan 1955 and entered Korea 12 Jan 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 Jul 1955; Temporary Corporal 18 Jan 1956 and to Corporal 22 Mar 1956 and was appointed Corporal Storeman. Promoted Sergeant 17 Apr 1956. Emplaned 24 Jun 1956 on Japan Airlines Flight at Haneda, Tokyo for return to Australia and deplaned Sydney 28 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 177 days. Discharged in Australia, 18 Aug 1956. Living in Caboolture, Queensland in 2006. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. |
| DUNCAN, Gordon Allan | 204241 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/05/2052 | 10/12/2053 | Born Auckland 5 Jun 1931. He was a driver for Winstone Ltd Auckland. Attested 10 Jan 1952 in Kayforce on. Emplaned Auckland 29 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil aircraft and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea on 4 Jun 1952. Served in 162 Bty. He did not comply with Routine and Standing orders and was charged with AWOL and vehicle offences. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 7–23 Jun 1953. Had further clashes with military law in Jul and Nov 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll on 13 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 196 days. Discharged 9 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Highest rank achieved Lance Bombardier. Joined Regular Force on 1 Aug 1956 but stayed less than a year being discharged at own request on 14 Jun 1957. Replacement medals issued Jun 1983. Living in Australia in 1991. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM (12 Apr 2005). |
| DUNCAN, Keith Crawford | 206730 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 19/04/2052 | 14/11/2053 | Born Takaka 5 Oct 1925. Shepherd from Whanganui. Trained as a Carpenter. One year service with RNZAF during later part of WWII. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on Qantas flight to deplane Iwakuni 21 Apr 1952. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan and entered Korea about 24 Apr 1952. Attached to 12 Fd Sqn RE, 28 Field Engr Regt. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 14 Nov 1953. Discharged from Kayforce, 12 Jan 1954. Enlisted in Regular Force 12 Sep 1955. Later Sergeant. (Photo in File). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.765 sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Whanganui. Died Whanganui, 30 Oct 2005 aged 80 years. |
| DUNCAN, Kenneth Ross | 207829 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Dunedin 10 Sep 1926. Previous service in RNZAF from 7 Jun 1945–31 Mar 1946. Highest rank achieved Leading Aircraftman. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce Main Body. His training for Korea was mainly conducted in Burnham and Waiouru camps. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru 4 Oct 1950 and to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZRTU Unit to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Had a few silly errors against R & SOs. Posted to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 23 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning Wellington 19 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.766 sent 20 Feb 1957 to his address in Dunedin. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUNCAN, Kenneth Spencer (Shorty) | 331590 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2054 | 06/05/2055 | Born Taumarunui on 2 Jun 1931. Driver from Devonport. Served in 8th Intake CMT. Attested in Kayforce on 8 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1954 to Sydney. Entered Japan 5 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1954 and posted to 16 Fd Regt. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in rank of Driver and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 12 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Mar 1955 and appointed ROI Corporal. (Ordnance Inventory Corporal–cannot provide true answer) Promoted Lance Corporal 14 Apr 1955. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Iwakuni for RTNZ 3 May 1955 via Australia. Deplaned Auckland 6 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 339 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jun 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Franklyn Area 23 Aug 2013 aged 82 years. |
| DUNCAN, Paul Edward | 206421 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 06/08/2056 | Born Wellington on 28 Jan 1925. Previous service in BCOF, Japan (639370, Temporary Sergeant. Storeman from Wellington, next-of-kin, Mr J.E. Duncan, Kenwyn Tce, Wellington South (father). Freezing Worker for Wellington Meat Export Co. Attested in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 2 Mar 1941. Emplaned Whenuapai, Auckland (1st Flight) 14 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and continued onwards by sea to disembark at Pusan, Korea on 14 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, 14 Aug 1951. Served in 162 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 3–23 Oct 1951. Attached FAP to NZRTU to attend a CATC course 24 Apr–19 May 1952. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 19 May 1952. During his time in Korea he moved between 16 Fd Regt, NZRTU and NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 23 May 1952, to Temporary Bombardier 1 Jun 1952 (Gun 2/IC) and to Temporary Sergeant 8 Jun 1952 (Gun No.1). Promoted Sergeant Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 1 Sep 1952 then to Warrant Officer 2nd Class and to Temporary Warrant Officer 1st Class on 25 Sep 1953 (RSM). Reverted to Warrant Officer 2nd Class on ceasing to perform the duties of Regimental Sergeant Major 16 Oct 1953. Volunteered twice for an additional 12-months service in Korea and was granted 28 days furlough in Japan 11 Jun–8 Jul 1953 inclusive. Posted to NZRTU from 16 Fd Regt 27 May 1954 and M/I to his new unit on 1 Jun 1954. Married Reiko Nakayama at Kure on 5 Feb 1956. Posted to the NZ Component of BCFK 15 May 1956 was chief clerk and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Jun 1956. Deplaned Harewood, Christchurch 8 Aug 1956. Served overseas five years 56 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce7 Jan 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Deceased. |
| DUNCAN, Peter James | 203034 | 2nd Lieutenant | HQ NZ Kayforce | RNZAC | 11/12/2052 | 29/09/2054 | Born Hastings on 3 Nov 1927. Employed as a solicitor in Auckland with LL.B. Served in 1 Armoured Car Squadron (NZ Scottish Regiment, Territorial Force) and was appointed to Kayforce and attested on 26 Sep 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements on 18 Aug 1952. Emplaned Auckland 11 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952 and was posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Appointed Legal Staff Officer. Entered Korea on 6 Jan 1953. He was involved with several TODs to 1 Comwel Div and returned to NZ Base HQ at the end of each TOD. Posted to 5 RTR 31 Jul–12 Sep 1954. Promoted Capt, 26 Dec 1953. returned to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 29 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 293 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 14 Dec 1954 and posted to the Reserve of Officers. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ GSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUNCAN, William | 208854 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 06/05/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Taihape on 28 Sep 1927. Driver at the Cobb Valley Dam site, Nelson. Attested in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 1 Dec 1952. Posted to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane at Iwakuni, Japan on 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 18 May 1953 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Admitted 28 Canadian Fd Amb 1 Jul and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged direct to his unit on 21 Jul 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 6 Apr 1954 and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA on 24 Jun 1954. Had some discipline problems regarding vehicles. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/O from NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Oct 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on the New Australia, departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954, to RTNZ via Brisbane. Gained 7 days CB while on this ship for neglecting to obey Ships Standing Orders. Continued his return to NZ by air from Brisbane to Auckland deplaning 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 203 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jan 1955. Died Balclutha 10 Oct 1968 aged 41 years. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUNCAN, William Donald | 208899 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/03/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Glamorgan, South Wales, UK, 20 Jul 1930. Farm Labourer employed at Seaward Downs, Southland. Enlisted in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements on 16 Oct 1953. Emplaned Wellington 24 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 3 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for training course 18 Jul–1 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning at Auckland 7 May 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1955. Entitled to NZOSM and NZ NZGSM (K). Died Blenheim 18 May 2014 aged 83 years. |
| DUNCUM, Peter Morell | 568010 | 2nd Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Napier 28 Dec 1931. Accountancy clerk Hawkes Bay Farmers Co-op Limited, Napier. Father Captain (Temporary Major) 619440 served in 2 NZEF 1943–45.) Peter was called for CMT and served in the Territorial Force 1950–53 in 2 Fd Regt TNZA. Appointed to Kayforce and promoted 2nd Lieutenant, 21 Apr 1954. Emplaned Christchurch 30 Jun 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney with the 15th Reinforcements. Travelled onwards from Sydney by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. TSFD from RNZA to the RNZASC on 12 Oct 1954 when the RNZA was withdrawn. Also attached to NZ Base HQ for periods. Promoted Lieutenant, 21 Jul 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 163 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, 22 Mar 1956. Later awarded NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. This last medal is incorrect and should be NZGSM (K). Living Rotorua 2002. |
| DUNFORD, Ian Edward | 206152 | Signalman | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Grey Lynn, Auckland, 11 Nov 1926. Post Office employee 3 Mar 1941–11 Oct 1963 as a Telegraphist in Wellington. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Sent with three others to the RAAF Station at Ballarat, Northwest of Melbourne for cypher training from 6 Oct–27 Nov 1950 (Sig G.F. Burt, Signalman D.F. Carruthers and Signalman H.S. Willenbrock). Thirteen days after returning to NZ he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Served in Force HQ Signals Troop (also known as NZ Base Signals Troop) in Pusan and attached to 3rd Logistic Command. Attached FAP 27 Brigade Sigs Troop (14 Apr 1951). The Troop was then scattered amongst 27 Bde Logistic units at Uijongbu. Detached to 60 Ind Fd Amb with Signalman O'Donnell as Radio Operator before the retreat commenced and moved quite frequently after 25 Apr 1951 when the retreat commenced. Attached FAP to a Canadian EME unit at Inchon with Signalman Price. While at Inchon Ian was moved back to Troop HQ for cypher duties. From Inchon the whole troop was detached from 28 Comwel Bde (which replaced 27 UK Bde) and posted to the L of C Sigs Sqn at Seoul. After six weeks in Seoul he was posted back (as a Sergeant) to the NZ Base HQ at Pusan, then took over the British Sigs Troop (Det of L of C Sigs Sqn) for two months until a British Officer was posted in. During this period Ian was detached with a British Signaller to Koje Do Island (POW camp) where they provided coms for about three weeks for the American and UK companies that were sent to quell the riot at the POW Camp. He saw American flail tanks enter Compound 66 (officer POWs) and sort out the problems. Left Pusan on 10 Dec 1952 for NZRTU at Kure then after a month was posted to Brit Com Base Sigs (95% Australian) as Communications Centre Supervisor for some six months. Had attachments to Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo (Ebisu Camp–Rest and Recuperation centre for UK troops) and USA coms unit at Camp Drake where he was able to get hands of work with modern US coms equipment. Returned to Kure for a month or so before emplaning 15 Aug 1953 to RTNZ by civil air from Iwakuni via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney arriving at Auckland 20 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402). Discharged from Kayforce 15 Dec 1953. Joined Regular Force. Later Captain QM, Home Command Signal Troop, 11 Nov 1974. Discharged 11 Nov 1976 after completing 24 years Regular Service. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangamata 13 Sep 2018 age 91 years. |
| DUNGEY, Graham Charles | 207787 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Palmerston (South Island) on 27 Nov 1928. Carpenter from Oamaru. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. He was trained mainly in Waiouru and Papakura. Posted to RNZA in Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. To be Temporary Lance Bombardier while apptd Line Signal NCO on 28 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier on 12 Apr 1952 and to Bombardier on 17 Jul 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight from Sydney to deplane Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.771 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Hampden, North Otago. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Oamaru 31 Dec 2017 aged 89 years. |
| DUNLOP, Colin Talbot (Aussie) | 207900 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/07/2051 | Born Whangarei 25 Oct 1928. Attested 28 Aug 1950 in KMB and entered camp the same day. Posted to RNZA while under training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Cook's assistant. Served with 16 Fd Regt up to Kapyong and environs just after. Emplaned Iwakuni ETD 25 Jun 1951 as a medical evacuee and. RTNZ by civil air via Manila, Darwin and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 1 Jul 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1951. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Both Korea medals sent to Lumsden. Discharged 28 Jul 1951. Living in Dalinghurst, NSW, Australia 2004. Died 5 Aug 2005. Buried Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park Matraville, Randwick City, NSW, Australia. |
| DUNN, Alan James | 207788 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born Oamaru 6 Mar 1928. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Had a bad attack of ‘piles’ in Waiouru and was about to be discharged. Came to an agreement with the doctor (Captain Tangi Martin) and was operated on by the doctor on board SS Ormonde on the way to Pusan. Missed the Christmas dinner on board the ship as he was in the sick bay recovering from the operation. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as Tech Ack in 162 Bty and also at HQ 16 Fd Regt. As a Tech Ack he was to have a motor bike as his equipment. This was a novelty as he did not have any vehicle licence and had never even driven a vehicle. He soon dispensed with this vehicle after only one day. Was issued a Sten gun that he never got to fire or receive any training upon and this weapon was stolen at some stage during his service. He was always aware that he would be Court Martialled for this loss but there was a fire at Taegu and all records were lost in this fire. He was never at any stage asked to produce this particular weapon. It was not until many years later that he recounted this story in K Force Despatches. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Darwin and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 23 May 1952 from the Teal flying boat Ararangi. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 16 Aug 1952. Later became a Presbyterian Minister. Became a Chaplain and served as a TF Chaplain 4th Class to 16 Fd Regt in Auckland from 1963 to 1967. Placed on the Reserve of Officers at age 40. Living in Napier in Aug 2004. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died, Hastings Hospital 28 Feb 2006 aged 77 years. |
| DUNN, Dennis Alfred | 12858 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Whangarei 6 Apr 1928. Enlisted in the RNZN 13 Jan 1949 as a Stoker. After initial training in Tamaki he was drafted 3 Sep 1949 to Bellona for his first sea service. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 10 Jan 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 30 Sep 1950–23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Involved in commando style raid on Korean mainland on 25 Aug 1951. Later served in Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–19 Sep 1954. This was another file that was poorly recorded on microfilm with the result hard to read. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Te Awamutu, 13 Apr 1991 aged 63 years. |
| DUNN, Gerald Alton | 206612 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/08/2051 | 20/08/2053 | Born Napier 12 Feb 1926. Schoolteacher in Christchurch. Had home service in RNZAF from Feb to Sep 1945 with Service No 45661. Discharged as a Leading Aircraftman. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Served in BCOF, Japan 1946–48 with Service No 654492. Sailed from Wellington on HMT Chitral 30 Jul 1946. Served in NZ Army Education Service (NZAES). Attached FAP to 2 NZ Div Cav Regt, then 6 NZGH as a tutor followed by time as a tutor in the NZ Tokyo Bn. Promoted Sergeant 29 Jan 1947 and to Temporary Staff Sergeant 8 Apr 1947. Reverted to Sergeant 28 Apr but was promoted to Substantive Staff Sergeant 29 Jun 1947. RTNZ 30 Sep 1947. Re-embarked for Japan 25 Nov 1947 and was appointed to a commission as 2nd Lieutenant in NZAES on 30 Dec 1947. Appointed Education Officer 2 Bn NZ Regt. RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948 from HMT Duntroon. Schoolteacher in Christchurch. Appointed 13 Jun 1951 to Kayforce Expansion Force emplaned Wellington in Teal flying boat bound for Sydney. Appears to have joined the Wahine personnel at Darwin as he is shown as flying from Darwin to Japan and embarking at Sasebo for the sea trip to Pusan. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Temporary Captain 16 May 1952 while employed as Troop Commander 10 Tpt Coy. Applied for a position with the UNKRA and applied for discharge in Japan however he came back to NZ before taking up this appointment. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years one day. TSFD from the Reserve of Officers, Supplementary List to Reserve of Officers, General List 24 Oct 1953. Awarded War Medal. Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served with UNESCO then in UN organisations in the Congo and Cyprus. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Later worked in Cyprus for UNKRA. Lived in Florida, USA for many years. |
| DUNN, Leonard Watson | 11662 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Te Aroha on 3 Aug 1931. Len was shown as a student before he entered the RNZN on 6 Nov 1947 as a Boy 1st Class on a six-year engagement from the time he turned 18 years old. His initial training was in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 25 Mar 1948. Served in Bellona advanced to Ordinary Seaman 3 Jun 1949. Served in Tutira and Philomel and advanced to Able Seaman on 3 Jun 1950. Served in Taupo and Philomel Jan to Aug 1951 and was sent to HMAS Cerberus for further training 18 Aug–29 Nov 1951. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 15 Jan 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for Korean service. TSFD to Rotoiti on 7 Feb 1953 and his rate was adjusted to Leading Seaman on 15 Jan 1953. He RTNZ in Rotoiti on 19 Mar 1953 and then served in Tamaki and Philomel. Later served in Black Prince 2 Nov 1953–and advance d to Acting Petty Officer on 22 Apr 1954. Returned to Philomel 20 Jan 1955 and advanced to Petty Officer on 22 Feb 1955. DEE 2 Aug 1955 and went to live in Browns Bay, Auckland. |
| DUNN, Mathew | 204067 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Rawene, Northland, on 12 Feb 1930. Driver for J.J. Craig Ltd, Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni and deplaned 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Pusan and entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Failed to adhere to Routine and Standing orders particularly relating to vehicles and AWOL. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 31 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 and deplaned Auckland on 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 216 days. Applied for a second deployment to Korea but was accepted but did not make a return journey to Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Went to Opononi on RTNZ. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Died Wellsford, 14 Jan 1999 aged 78 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DUNN, Michael Anthony | 204625 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/06/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Apia, Western Samoa 12 Aug 1924. Claimed service in the Samoan Local Defence Force during latter part of WWII but no Samoan Records are held in New Zealand. Butcher at Westfield Freezing Works, Auckland. Attested 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Was injured during training when a truck he was in overturned on the way back to Papakura Camp from the Ardmore Rifle Range. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan, deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and served in H Troop, 2 Sqn, as a radio signals operator. Admitted 3rd Canadian Fd Amb and was then TSFD to 11 US Evacuation Hospital 11 Nov 1954 and placed on seriously ill list (fever). Emplaned Japan 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Referred to a specialist on RTNZ. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 210 days. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Wellington 26 Apr 2016 aged 91 years. |
| DUNN, Peter James | 14328 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dover, Kent, UK, 22 Mar 1928. Employed as a junior clerk prior to entering the RN on 29 May 1945 as a Provisional Writer. His first year of service was in a variety of shore stations including Royal Arthur, Duke, Loch invar, Raleigh and Pembroke. He changed trade from Writer to Ordinary Signalman then to Ordinary Seaman on 18 Dec 1945. Drafted to Sheffield (cruiser) 20 May 1946 and spent some time in the Mediterranean. Advanced to Able Seaman but then changed trade again to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 9 Jul 1946. He returned to Britain and served in Pembroke 2 Dec 1948, then Woolwich and was released to Reserve from Pembroke on 5 Aug 1950. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 only. Entered RNZ at Maori in London 26 Sep 1952 as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. He underwent some further training at HMS Collingwood 27 Sep–24 Nov 1952 before returning to Maori and then travelling onto New Zealand. He served in Philomel, Tamaki, Hawea, Black Prince, Bellona and Black Prince again. He was twice advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician (Local) but reverted on each occasion. Drafted to Royalist on 5 Jan 1957 as Electrical Mechanician 1st Class and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Electrical Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and spent his last six weeks in Philomel from where he was DEE 25 Sep 1958, Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| DUNNAGE, Jeffrey Stewart | 14543 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Invercargill 22 Feb 1934. Employed as a warehouseman in Invercargill before he entered the RNZN on 10 Sep 1952 as a Probationary Stores Assistant. Basic training was conducted in Tamaki and he was then drafted to Philomel. Worked in Bellona 9 Jun–20 Sep 1953. Advanced to Stores Assistant 10 May 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Sep 1953 and sailed from Auckland the same day for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. He was not long in Japan/Korea as he was TSFD to Kaniere on 11 Nov 1953. Kaniere RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 but he remained in that ship until end of Jun 1954. He then served in Philomel, Bellona, Hawea and Tamaki and was drafted to Royalist on 8 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in that ship until he returned to Philomel on 23 Sep 1959. Advanced to Acting Leading Stores Assistant (Local) 16 Apr 1959. DEE 9 Sep 1960. Awarded UN Korea medal on his first trip to Korea. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| DURHAM, Cyril John Kevin | 969289 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 26/08/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Kaitangata, South Otago, on 27 Apr 1932. Coal Miner from State Coal Mines Ohai, Southland and serving TF soldier in 1 Otago Southland Regt. Attested in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 20 Apr 1953. Emplaned 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 22 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 23 Oct 1953 and marched into 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 25 Oct 1953. Served in D Troop. Suffered a minor injury and was admitted to 25 Canadian F.D.S. 4 Jul 1954 but was TSFD to Brit Com Z Medical Unit and discharged from there on 12 Aug 1954 to his unit. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ then M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Oct 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by air and deplaned Harewood 26 Nov 1954 (from Flight 8). Served overseas one year 93 days. Discharged 17 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Balclutha 4 Jun 1985 aged 53 years. |
| DURHAM, Leslie (Lucky) | 34058 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/03/2054 | 20/11/2054 | Born Taihape on 28 Jul 1914. Prior service as Gunner in 13 Heavy Battery, North Head. Served in the infantry during WWII. Entered camp 3 Oct 1940, Service No 14335. Embarked 1 Feb 1941 with 4th Reinforcements for 18 Battalion. Entered Egypt 23 Mar 1941. 18 Bn reported him missing 28 Jun 1942; 29 Oct 1942 when 2 NZ Division was surrounded by German forces but broke out during the night without serious losses. But Bombardier Leslie (Lucky) was not so lucky on this occasion. Reported POW on 29 Oct 1942 but camp not stated. On 25 Jan 1943 Vatican Radio stated he was POW at Campo PG 85, Italy; 4 Feb 1944 at Stalag 344, Lamsdorf, Germany, with POW No.32664. Reported 24 May 1945 Safe in UK. Went AWOL 1.5 days in England and was awarded 21 days detention. Placed on NZ Roll 19 May 1945. RTNZ 30 Sep 1945. Discharged 9 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Regular Force 25 Oct 1949 and posted to 9 Coast Regt, then Heavy Mortar Instr at Tauranga. Discharged 1 Dec 1950. Enlisted in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements on 27 Oct 1952. He trained in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. Emplaned Auckland 9 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP CATC, Inchon 4–20 Apr 1954 for an Artillery course. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 4 May 1954 and appointed Gun No.1, promoted Sergeant 6 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/O to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney deplaning Auckland 20 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea 257 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 16 Dec 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Discharged on compassionate grounds. Died Te Teko 20 Jun 1979 aged 65 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DURHAM, Rodney Bryon | 1530 | Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Kaitangata, South Otago on 12 Aug 1922. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class in the NZ Division of the Royal Navy on 7 Oct 1937. Served in various ships during WWII including HMS Leander (Sep 1939–Jan 1941), HMS Victory, HMS Drake (13 Jul–11 Dec 1941) (now known as HM Naval Base Devonport, UK), Naval Base Kilindini, East Africa (26 Feb to 12 Jul 1941) and the Red Sea, HMS Inchkeith. He was also lent to the Royal Navy for the duration of hostilities. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. He also received Prize Money for some ships captured or salvaged Also served in Bellona, Irirangi and was drafted to Kaniere 27 May 1954–6 Nov 1955. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Malayan and in Korean waters Nov 1954–Mar 1955. Read the Act of Remembrance at the ANZAC Day Ceremonies at Kure and Yokohama 1955. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Discharged to RA 11 Aug 1959 in rank of Chief Petty Officer. Died Auckland 30 Aug 1982. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’. These later awards were issued to his family. |
| DURWARD, Alan Farquharson | 12063 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Taumarunui 24 May 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN on 27 May 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. Following his initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Bellona 2 Feb 1949 and served in that ship for some four months. He returned to that ship on 2 Aug 1949 and advanced to Able Seaman on 27 Jan 1950. In May 1951 he served on shore and after just over a year was drafted to Hawea. Able Seaman Durward sailed from Auckland NZ on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ in Aug 1953 he remained in Hawea until drafted once more to Bellona on 3 Nov 1953. He stayed with that ship until two weeks before he was DEE on 26 May 1954. He was awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to the NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| DUTTON, Eric Victor | 13842 | Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Burton-on-Trent, England 2 Sep 1925. His service record shows no details of service in the RN. Served in RN from Oct 1943 until May 1948. Was involved in convoy escorts during WWII and was awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Defence Medal and War Medal 1939–45. The two Stars and War Medal were issued in Jul 1954. Enlisted in RNZN at Maori (London) on 29 May 1952. He was some weeks in HMS Pembroke then returned to Maori 26 Jul 1952. On arrival in NZ it was not long before he was drafted to Irirangi 9 Oct 1952 then went back to Tamaki and returned to Irirangi until 16 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki on 17 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve mainly on the west coast Korean waters. Remained in ship until 23 Feb 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Also served in Bellona and was a member of the ship’s company when she sailed to the UK to return the ship to the Royal Navy. He served in HMS Drake for about three months, returned to Bellona and was drafted to Royalist on 17 Apr 1956. He was in the crew of Royalist on its delivery voyage from the UK to NZ and was involved in the Suez Crisis. DEE 24 May 1958. Died Manurewa, 21 Dec 1998. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM. |
| DWYER, Donald Edward Patrick | 204647 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 12/08/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton, 30 Jun 1929. Enlisted in Jayforce 29 Apr 1947 and served in BCOF, Japan as a private with Service No 815748. Left NZ 13 Jul 1947. RTNZ 10 Aug 1948. SOS Jayforce 8 Sep 1948. Truck driver for F.H.M. Carpenter, Newmarket. Enlisted in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civilian plane. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to NZ Base 20 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Oct 1953 and entered Korea 23 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 11 Feb 1954 and appointed Medical Orderly. Promoted Temporary Corporal 8 May 1954. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Jun 24 Jul 1954 before returning to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Corporal 26 Oct 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia bound for Australia. Deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 101 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 19 Jan 1955, was employed as a Lance Corporal storeman at the Waiouru Camp Hospital, discharged on 31 Mar 1956. Re-enlisted in the Regular Force in Aug 1963 as a steward RNZASC but was discharged on 3 Jan 1964 at his own request and on payment. Died 5 Mar 98 aged 68 years at Somerfield House, Christchurch. Cremated at Canterbury Crematorium Christchurch 6 Mar 98. Later issued NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZDSM. |
| DWYER, James Alfred | 208718 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Waikari 23 Apr 1929. Carpenter for H.J. Neilson, Westport. Came from Papanui, Christchurch. Attested 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then flew by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 163 Bty and appears to have been an artillery driver in Battery HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 263 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 5 Jul 1954 at the termination of his engagement. Died Christchurch 6 Sep 1999 aged 66. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. Later entitled NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DYASON, Frank Hamilton | 206001 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 9 Sep 1926. Previous service in both RNZAF and Army. Driver Mechanic. Last employer National Secretary YMCA, The Terrace, Wellington. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB at Auckland. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 162 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Attached FAP to 25 Canadian Detention Barracks (Staff) for one day 25–26 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1952. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953 but was discharged on 26 Aug 1953 without proceeding overseas. He appears to have disappeared after his return. His Discharge Cert No.776 was returned ’Gone No Address’ in Feb 1957. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DYER, Robert William Michael | 208164 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 21/08/2053 | Born Pahiatua 31 Aug 1926. Deer Culler employed by Internal Affairs Department Deer Control Unit in Southland then Gisborne area. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Rescued and taken to Darwin. Flown by Qantas of BCPA flight to Japan to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for passage to Pusan. Entered Korea 21 Nov 1951 and was posted as a driver to B Coy 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 21 Aug from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 2 years 30 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Oct 1953. Died 7 Jun 1954 aged 28 years. His remains are interred in the Taruheru Soldiers Cemetery, Gisborne. |
| DYER, Vivian Maxwell | 204363 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 18/02/2054 | Born Auckland 23 Dec 1930. Came from Ellerslie, Auckland. Served in a home defence unit during WWII. Labourer for the State Forest Service at Mamaku. Attested 22 Feb 1951 as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 Embarked Sasebo 4 Jun 1952 and entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 28 Nov–3 Dec 1952 and again 27 Dec 1952–3 Jan 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP CATC Inchon 22–24 Feb 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Field Ambulance 14 Sep 1953 with Glandular Fever and was TSFD to 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station, to Brit Com Z Medical Unit and then to Brit Com General Hospital, Kure until discharged 13 Oct 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ then returned to 16 Fd Regt 24 Oct 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ on furlough via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to deplane Wellington 18 Feb 1954 from Teal aircraft ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 262 days. Did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jun 1954 on compassionate grounds. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost in 1967 and again in 2004. Replaced on both occasions at cost. Informed they would not be replaced a third time. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living at Waiuku in 2004. Died Palmerston North, 7 Mar 2007 aged 77 years. |
| DYKE, Hector McLean | 204126 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Dunedin 8 May 1926. WWII Service in the latter part of the war with RNZN (Service No 10778) for 4 1/2 years. Discharged on the cessation of hostilities 4 Oct 1945. Enlisted in RNZN 15 Aug 1946 and served until 14 Aug 1950 as Radio Electricians Mate. Discharged Engagement Expired. Driver for Bisley's Ltd, Hamilton. Possessed Radio Serviceman's Licence and 16 mm Projectionists Licence. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Rescued and taken to Darwin. Flown by Qantas of BCPA flight to Japan to deplane Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Among the items he lost when the Wahine ran aground was a new trumpet and several items of sheet music. Entered Korea 15 Oct 1951. Posted from NZ Reinforcement Training Unit to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 Oct 1951 and served in H Troop. Posted from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Dec 1951. Attached FAP 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station 4–6 Oct 1952. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Oct 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea, to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Aug 1953. Died Alexandra, 13 Apr 1998 aged 72 years. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| DYNAN, Peter Francis | 710981 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/11/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 3 Dec 1929. Compulsory Military Service Trainee as Aircraftman 1st Class RNZAF with Service No 710981. He was an Aircraft Hand. NZ Railway employee at Wellington. Attested 1 Jul 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and continued by civil airliner via New Guinea and Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Nov and entered Korea 29 Nov 1953. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 4 Dec 1953 and remained attached to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation, TSFD to the NZ Roll and CTB attached to 16 Fd Regt on 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia at Pusan for RTNZ via Brisbane and travelled by air from Brisbane to deplane Auckland on 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year seven days. On RTNZ was not fit for civil occupation and was given medical care. Medically Re-boarded Feb 1955 and was discharged from Kayforce 2 Mar 1955 to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch 5 Oct 1959 aged 29 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| DYSON, Cyril Patrick (Pat) | 33164 | Sergeant | Attached 5 RTR | RNZAC | 02/09/2054 | 13/01/2055 | Born 16 Mar 1932. Enlisted 17 Jan 1949 as a Regular Force Cadet in Mead Class. Posted to RNZAC and to Armoured School on graduation from RF Cadet School. TSFD 16th Reinforcements for Kayforce. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 as a Sergeant on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. A number of former RNZAC personnel were given the opportunity to serve with British armoured units. Attached to 5 Royal Tank Regt in 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. SOS Kayforce 8 Feb 1955 and reposted to Regular Force. Served overseas 134 days. Commissioned from the ranks 1 Jul 1971. Later Captain QM 1 Jul 1975 and then Temporary Major 14 Mar 1977. Discharged 12 Jul 1977. Pat was a great sportsman especially in Basketball and Water polo. Awarded LS&GC Medal (Military) 8 Nov 1971. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Ashmore, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia in 2003. RTNZ and settled at Martinborough where he died on 23 Nov 2017 aged 85 years. |
| DYSON, Neville Bernard | 14654 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Cambridge, Waikato, NZ 20 Mar 1936. Employed as a farm hand before he entered the RNZN as a Junior Stoker 2nd Class on 15 Jan 1953. Underwent training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona, which was at the time in the Reserve Fleet, on 6 Jul 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 3 Nov 1953 and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 20 Sep 1953 and to Stoker Mechanic 20 Sep 1954 and then to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Served in Tamaki 2 May 1955–2 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on the Second Commission on 20 May 1957. Royalist served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. Neville was returned to NZ 27 May 1958 and was stationed in Philomel. Discharged BNPS 30 May 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| DYSON, William Henry | 30212 | Captain | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 29/07/2053 | 05/09/2054 | Born Dunedin 29 May 1920. Enlisted in the Permanent Force in 1939. Regular Force officer. Served during WWII in the Pacific Theatre. After returning to NZ in Jul 1944 he was posted overseas to Egypt and disembarked there 14 May 1945 being taken on strength of NZ Sigs, Middle East Forces. M/O NZ Advanced Base and was attached to 2 NZ Div Sigs on 3 Sep 1945. Posted to 27 Battalion (Jayforce and TSFD from 2 NZEF ME to 2 NZEF Jayforce) 1 Feb 1946, embarked at Naples 19 Feb 1946 and disembarked Kure 20 Mar 1946. Served in 27 Bn and at the Brigade Signals Company. RTNZ on HMT Chitral disembarking Wellington 8 Sep 1946. Posted to Dunedin. Enlisted in NZ Temporary Staff in rank of Lieutenant 11 Apr 1947 and was posted to the Regular Force 1 Aug 1947. Appointed to Kayforce 20 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight for Sydney and travelled onto Korea by civil air via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953. Served in Com Div Sigs Sqn and was for nearly three months 2i/c NZRTU. Played basketball and was in the Swimming and Water Polo teams in Japan and beat the Australian teams. Served overseas in Korea one year 46 days. Reposted to Regular Force, 17 Oct 1954. Later Lieutenant Colonel. Appointed MBE 1965. Commander Linton Camp at one time circa 1962. Keen water polo sportsman. Retired circa 28 May 1968. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, UN Korea Medal and NZ 1990 Commemorative Medal. Died Mary Potter Hospice Wellington 3 Nov 2008 aged 88 years. Did not qualify for the Italy Star. |
| EADE, William Makepeace (Bill) | 896437 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Waimate 3 Apr 1933. Painter for his father, Mr T. Eade, Waimate. Serving TF soldier having just completed his 13 weeks CMT training. Emplaned for Korea on RNZAF Hastings at Auckland and deplaned at Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Entered Korea 8 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 9 Sep 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 17 Nov 1954 and to Temporary Corporal 15 Apr 1955. Attached to 1 Comwel Div as editor of Crown News from 16 Sep 1955 to 7 Mar 1956. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Oct 1955 and to Sergeant 1 Mar 1956. Posted back to 10 Tpt Coy 7 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956f rom RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged 1 Jun 1956 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Accidentally killed at Waimate 1 Sep 1961 aged 28 years. |
| EAGLES, Leslie Bryan | 206993 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/03/2053 | 03/05/2056 | Born Petone 31 May 1929. Butcher from Ashurst, Palmerston North. Was also a competent vehicle mechanic. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953 and entered Korea 11 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 6 Jul 1953 and to Temporary Corporal 1 Dec 1953 and appointed Ordnance Artificer Corporal. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 5 Jan 1954. Was involved in team sports for the unit and was captain of some of those teams. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 7 Jul 1954 and appointed Machinist Staff Sergeant and was promoted Staff Sergeant 7 Oct 1954 and employed as i/c Vehicle Repair Section. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 for RTNZ on furlough. Deplaned Auckland 4pm, 21 Dec 1954. Re-embarked for Korea 4 Feb 1955 and re-entered Japan 9 Feb. Re-entered Korea 20 Feb 1955 and was re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class on 1 Oct 1955, was commissioned in the field and appointed 2nd Lieutenant, 6 Oct 1955 assuming the appointment of Workshop Platoon Officer. Was prominent in the Rifle team and took part in competitions against US teams. Attached to 1st US Corps at Uijongbu 2–10 Oct 1955. Later attached to HMNZS Pukaki 19 Jan–4 Feb 1956. Again took part in rifle competitions and was attached to NZ Base HQ. He was known for his interest in the welfare of the troops. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Apr 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood, Christchurch 3 May 1956. Served overseas 3 years 18 days. SOS Emergency Force and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, 3 Aug 1956. Applied for a Regular Force Commission but was not accepted in that role. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Palmerston North, 17 Jun 1999. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EARLE, Jerome Ernest | 458557 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 02/06/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Ranskill, Nottinghamshire, UK, 18 Jul 1931. Fabric roofer for W.H. Wallace Co, Wellington. Completed CMT Basic training and was posted to a TF unit in Wellington. Attested 3 Feb 1954 in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 2 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, continued by civil flight deplaned and Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from the RNZA to RNZASC on 10 Nov 1954. Attached to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 5–8 Mar 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ and CTBA to 10 Tpt Coy 7 May 1955. Attached to NZ Base HQ and played in 10 Tpt Coy Rugby Team 20 Oct–10 Nov 1955. Granted a 12 Month extension of service dating from 5 Dec 1955. Emplaned on Qantas flight to Hong Kong for furlough 3 Jan 1956 and returned to Japan 30 Jan 1956. Re-entered Korea and was re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy 1 Feb 1956. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Apr 1956. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll on 8 Apr 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 May 1956 and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 8 May 1956. Served overseas one year 342 days. Discharged 9 Jul 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| EARNSHAW, Ernest Edward | 206470 | Driver | ? | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 21/09/2051 | Born Christchurch 25 May 1901. Boot maker. Army Service 1940–41 but was discharged at his own request, 30 Apr 1941. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Understated his age by 20 years to join Kayforce. Gave his age on enlistment as 31 when he was really 50. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 at Wellington on TSS Wahine, which was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. Rescued by the oil tanker Stanvac Karachi and taken to Darwin. Sent back to NZ by air from Darwin when true age discovered. Did not go to Japan or Korea. Father of Warrant Officer 2nd Class George E. Earnshaw (below). Not entitled to any Korean War Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Oct 1951. Returned to his home in Wellington. Died Wellington, 19 Mar 1952. |
| EARNSHAW, George Edmond | 206153 | Sergeant | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Christchurch on 14 Aug 1926. Served in the RNZAF 1946–47. Enlisted in BCOF Japan, [Jayforce] (815801, Private [sic] NZASC 1947–48. Next-of-kin Mr E. Earnshaw, Wellington (father). Carpenter from Christchurch. Enlisted in KMB in Wellington on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Was RTNZ as an O.C.T.U Candidate, ETD Iwakuni 11 or 16 Jun 1951 (RTNZ Roll 17) and arrived on 22 Jun 1951. Re-embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 in TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Rescued and taken to Darwin. Flown on by Qantas to Japan and re-entered Korea late Aug 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 (RTNZ Roll 60) for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 25 Apr 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 8 Apr 2010, Lower Hutt. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EASLEY, John Jacob | 0 | Senior Commissioned Engineer | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 02/04/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Swindon, Wiltshire, UK, on 9 Feb 1908. Employed in the Great Western Railway Company at Swindon and had taken an apprenticeship as a Fitter & Turner in 1924. John completed his apprenticeship in Aug 1929 and was stated as a Fitter on 18 Aug 1929. He worked in the Loco Factory Laboratory and then in the Draughting Office. He left the Great Western Railway on 29 Oct 1932. Enlisted in the RN as an Engine Room Artificer in 1939 and was living in Portsmouth. He was serving in HMS Daedalus, a RN Air Station as a Warrant Engineer with seniority 1 Oct 1942. Royal Navy Senior Commissioned Engineer on loan to the RNZN. Service in Royal Navy from 1 Oct 1943 to when he joined the RNZN. Took up appointment in the RNZN on 14 Feb 1949 and was drafted as Warrant Engineer to HMS Loch Katrine on 14 Feb 1949 which was renamed HMNZS Rotoiti on 16 May 1949. He sailed in her when she when she came to New Zealand. Promoted senior Commissioned Engineer while in Philomel with seniority in RNZN dating from 1 Oct 1950. Appointed to Rotoiti on 2 Apr 1951 but this ship had sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 and was already serving in Korean waters. He apparently joined her on 2 Apr 1951. It is not known how he reached his ship in Japan. One wonders if he travelled in Hawea which left Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 to join his ship in Japan. He was also appointed as Divisional Engineering Officer NZ Frigates serving in the Far East. Rotoiti RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. He then served in Philomel from 26 Nov 1951 to 22 May 1942. He returned to the UK as a passenger in the Ruahine leaving NZ on 23 May 1952 and reverted to the Royal Navy 17 Sep 1952. It is presumed he received the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal for his service with the RNZN and that he is entitled to the NZOSM and KWSM. Died at Ashton Keynes, Wiltshire, UK, on 28 Feb 1986 aged 78 years. |
| EAST, Gordon Winstone | 204459 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ | RNZAOC | 01/09/2052 | 31/08/2056 | Born Auckland on 14 May 1925. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. Embarked Wellington on HMT Chitral on 30 Jul 1946. Served in 22 (NZ) Bn. RTNZ on 5 Jul 1947. (642358, Private, NZ Infantry, Factory hand from Leamington, Cambridge. Next-of-kin Mrs M. East, Leamington, Cambridge (mother)). Brother to William John East. Porter for NZ Railways at Glen Afton. Attested as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura Camp on 17 Apr 1952. Posted to RNZA on 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 1 Sep 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ and entered Korea on 15 Sep 1952. M/O from NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Brit Com Adv Ord Depot (no date given). M/I NZ Base HQ and CTBA to Brit Com Adv Ord Depot 11 May 1953. Admitted CDS Tokyo 24 Oct 1953 and was discharged to unit (no date given). Attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit Ebisu 8 Nov 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ and then attached FAP to Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot 16 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant during tour. Granted a 12-months extension of service in Korea dating from 4 Sep 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll and CTBA Brit Com BOD 8 Dec 1954. Emplaned RNZAF Hastings 19 Dec 1954 for RTNZ on furlough deplaning Auckland 21 Dec 1954. Re-embarked for Korea 4 Feb 1955. Spent most of his remaining service in Korea attached FAP to Brit Com BOD. M/I to NZ Component BCFK, CTBA Brit Comp BOD and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Aug 1956. RTNZ deplaning Auckland 31 Aug 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Not fit for civil occupation. Examined by orthopaedic specialist and remained under treatment Waikato Hospital. Discharged from Kayforce 12 May 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| EAST, William John | 203596 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Devonport, Auckland, 12 Sep 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan from 15 Jul 1947 to 5 Oct 1948. (813709, Private, NZ Base HQ, Grocer's assistant from Leamington, Cambridge. Next-of-kin Mrs M. East (mother). Brother to Gordon Winstone EAST. Employed as a labourer by the PWD at Mangakino. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver, Training & Reinforcement Battery. Also served in 161 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and deplaned Auckland 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. Discharged 21 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in the Regular Force at Blenheim on 1 Aug 1957. Embarked TSS Captain Cook at Wellington on 28 Nov 1957 for Singapore M/I to Nee Soon Garrison Camp on 28 Dec 1957. M/O to FTC Kota Tinggi. Served in Malaya with B Coy, 1 NZ Regt 1957–59. GSM 1918 with clasp ‘Malaya’ on Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. To be discharged on return to NZ (Army 224/3/3/MS dated 7 Dec 1959). Disembarked from TSS Captain Cook at Wellington on 16 Dec 1959. Returned to Cambridge. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| EASTGATE, Frederick Francis | 31001 | Warrant Officer 1st Class | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Port Chalmers, Dunedin 6 Nov 1911. Long serving soldier who enlisted on 12 Sep 1932. Served in New Zealand during WWII. He was to have been posted to the 10th Reinforcements 2 NZEF but did not go overseas. Seconded and promoted Temporary 2nd Lieutenant and posted to 12 Fd Regt, NZA at Waiouru on 18 Jun 1942. He also served in 2 Fd Regt as Lieutenant & Quartermaster. He relinquished temporary commissioned rank and reverted to his substantive rank of Staff Sergeant and served in 8 Medium Bty at Palmerston North. Promoted Warrant Officer 1st Class on 1 Feb 1950. Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements 13 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Awarded the LS&GC Medal (Military) on 15 May 1952 and the Meritorious Service Medal on 23 Oct 1953 which was forwarded to Korea for presentation on 2 Dec 1953. Promoted 2nd Lieutenant, 1 Sep 1953. Temporary Captain while employed as Troop Commander, 16 Fd Regt, 30 May 1954. Promoted Lieutenant, Temporary Captain 1 Sep 1954, Captain 1 Oct 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Australia arriving 23 Nov 1954 at Harewood, Christchurch. SOS Emergency force and re-posted to the Regular Force, 9 Jan 1955. Reposted to the RF and promoted Lieutenant & Quartermaster on 10 Jan 1955. Served as Quartermaster, Area No.1, Auckland. Appointed Administration Officer 1 Fd Squadron (RF) and 4 Fd Park Sqn (TF) RNZE on 21 Jan 1958. Retired 31 Mar 1962. Died Auckland 6 May 1990 aged 79 years. See Service Lives Remembered. |
| EASTLAKE, Terence John | 13621 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Ellerslie, Auckland, 12 May 1931. Employed as an umbrella maker before he entered the RNZN on 17 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training in Tamaki he was drafted to Bellona on 5 Jan 1952–15 Mar 1953. Served briefly in Black Prince and was sent to HMAS Watson 24 Mar–31 Jul 1953 to attend courses. On RTNZ served in Philomel, Irirangi, Hawea, Tamaki and Philomel before return to HMAS Watson for further courses 17 May–17 Sep 1956. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 which sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the 2nd Commission voyage to Malayan, Hong Kong and Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 26 Dec 1947. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and was drafted to Philomel where he remained for the balance of his service. DEE 16 May 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NGCM (M) NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). Died Helensville / Henderson on 26 Oct 2018 aged 87 years. |
| EASTON, Frank Joseph | 206469 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Millerton, northern West Coast, South Island 2 Mar 1929. Carpenter in Wellington and later employed by Forest Products, Auckland. Attested 12 Jun 1951in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked on the Wahine at Wellington on 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni on 25 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (C Troop) on 13 Oct 1951. Embarked Sasebo for voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 15 Oct 1951. M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 Oct 1951. He appeared to work well but had problems adhering to military discipline. Awarded 27 days punishment and committed to 25 Canadian Detention Barracks 18 Feb 1953. Admitted Brit Com Z Med Unit 23–26 Feb. Re-committed to 25 Canadian Detention Barracks 27 Feb 1953. Re-admitted Brit Com Z Med Unit 2–3 Mar 1953 and re-committed to Detention Barracks. Released direct to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt on 14 Mar 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953, 7.30am from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Attached Area 5 on deplanement and commenced outpatient treatment. Admitted Wellington Public Hosp 22–29 Jun 1953 (Malaria). Discharged from Kayforce 19 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Waihi, 21 Jul 2008 aged 79 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| EATON, David Arthur | 14040 | Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Wellington 16 May 1936. Employed by Gatts-Patterson Advertising Agency, Wellington before enlisting in the RNZN on 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. He spent some time training as a signaller and advanced to Signalman Boy (Provisional) on 5 Aug 1952 and to Signalman Boy 13 Feb 1953. First sea service was in Black Prince 28 Feb 1953 to 8 Sep 1954 and advanced to Ordinary Signalman on 16 Nov 1953. Black Prince went to the UK in 1953 for the Coronation review. Drafted to Irirangi 9 Sep 1953 and advanced to Signalman 167 Jan 1955. Drafted to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1954 And sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955. Served in Korean waters on patrolling activities from Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. On RTNZ he was re-posted to Irirangi. Drafted to Kaniere 17 Jan 1958. Drafted to Royalist 16 Sep 1958 and advanced to Leading Signalman 12 Sep 1959. While still in Royalist he was further advanced to Leading Telegraph Operator on 1 Mar 1960. Returned to shore 8 Jun 1960 and remained in Philomel until DEE 13 May 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. |
| EDDY, Leslie Laurence | 13922 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Invercargill, 9 Dec 1932. Employed as a builder before he entered the RNZN on 20 Sep 1951 as a Stoker. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Drafted to Lachlan 19 Feb–1 Aug 1952. Drafted to Hawea 2 Aug 1952. Hawea sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters and he advanced to Stoker Mechanic 20 Sep 1952. On 23 Sep 1952 he was TSFD to HMS Newcastle (light cruiser) for further experience and remained in that ship until 4 Feb 1953. He then went to Rotoiti and RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. He later served in Philomel, Tasman (shore station for Reservists) and Black Prince. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. Also served in Hawea 26 Sep–4 Apr 1956 and advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 1 Oct 1955. Also served in Irirangi and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 1 Oct 1956. Served in Stawell and Pegasus and was DEE 19 Sep 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDE, Henry Edward | 207830 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born Dunedin 11 Dec 1927. Clothes presser for D.H. Blackies, Dunedin. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 163 Bty. Appointed Duty NCO and promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 4 Jan 1952 and to Temporary Bombardier one day later. Reverted to Lance Bombardier 27 Feb 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 28 Feb 1952 TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged on 21 Mar 1952. Failed to adhere to Military discipline, on one occasion leaving his post while guarding a long-term prisoner. M/O NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 15 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Wellington 10 May 1952 from Teal flying boat Ararangi ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 30 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.785 was sent 20 Feb 1957 to his address in Dunedin. Enlisted in the Regular Force 29 Nov 1955. Served as a driver in SD Coy RNZASC Addington, Christchurch. Discharged 29 Jun 1956. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin on 13 Oct 1978 aged 51 years. |
| EDENS, Samuel Christopher | 208199 | Lance Bombardier | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 17/07/2054 | Born Christchurch 9 Jul 1923. Came from Woolston, Christchurch. Had broken Home Service between 17 Oct–13 May 1945. Served in Jayforce. Sailed from Auckland on HMT Chitral on 30 Jul 1946 (457153, Gunner, NZA. Market Gardener from Woolston, Christchurch. Next-of-kin Mrs M. Edens, Woolston, Christchurch (mother)). Served in 25 Fd Bty NZA. RTNZ and disembarked at Lyttelton 5 Jul 1947. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Posted to RNZASC at Burnham on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine at and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni on 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea trip to Korea and disembarked Pusan on 2 Sep 1951. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy on 2 Sep 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 19 May 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged on 1 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ on 2 Jul 1952. TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough) Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on furlough via Sydney on 27 Dec 1952. Deplaned Wellington ex Teal flight 2 Jan 1953. To Report to Burnham Camp on 31 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 25 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 2 Mar 1953. Re-entered Korea 18 Oct 1953. Attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 18–21 Oct 1953. Returned to NZ Base HQ and was then posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZASC to RNZA on 1 Dec 1953. While with 16 Fd Regt he was a cook at Regimental HQ. M/O to NZ Base HQ 19 May 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Then to NZRTU 15 Jun 1954 and TSFD to X(iv) List. M/O from this unit to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood 21 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 302 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). RTNZ 2 Jan 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Oct 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.786 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Died at Balclutha on 11 Feb 1991 aged 68 years. |
| EDGCOMBE, Frederick David (Fred) | 211043 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Napier 25 Oct 1928. He as a grocer in Maypole Store Hawera. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. His training was mainly in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Posted to RNZASC while in Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Off loaded at Mascot (Sydney) one hour before take-off. Was not replaced. Bookings made directly with Qantas for this flight. Continued by Qantas emplaning 14 May 1953 and deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1953. (A slightly longer journey because he was off loaded.) M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and TSFD to X(iv) List. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and struck off X(iv) List. Entered Korea on 4 Jun 1953 and M/I to his unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney or Brisbane and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 7 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.787 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Hawera. Died New Plymouth 25 Aug 2009 aged 81 years. |
| EDGECOMBE, Barry Desmond (Bazza) | 592299 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born 13 May 1932. CMT soldier who enlisted in the Regular Force on 14 Mar 1951. Emplaned 12 Oct 1954 at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. Admitted hosp 9–19 Jan 1955 and was discharged direct to unit. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 19 Aug 1955 and was discharged direct to unit. Platoon or section not known. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 59 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Jan 1956 and reposted to the Regular Force. In Feb 1960 was a Handyman at the Ministry of Works Camp Linton, when he enlisted in the TF. Posted to Active Strength of HQ NZ Div then to RNZASC. Promoted to Corporal in the TF. Discharged at own request 16 May 1961. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Auckland 25 Jan 2013 aged 80 years. |
| EDGERTON, Francis Harry (Frank) | 208719 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 22/11/2054 | Born Riverton, Otago 11 Feb 1928. Employed as a sawmill worker for Port Craig Timber Co, Tuatapere. Attested 9 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Invercargill. Emplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA deplaning Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea on 19 Mar 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. M/O from 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to 16 Inf Workshop 12 Dec 1953 where he appears to have stayed. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 18 Feb 1954 and to Lance Bombardier on 8 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Harewood 22 Nov 1954 from R.M.A. Awatere (Flight 5). Discharged from Kayforce 12 Mar 1955. Served overseas two years 85 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Tuatapere 6 Sep 1985 aged 57 years. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Brother of Ivan Ronald and Joseph Lindsay Edgerton. |
| EDGERTON, Ivan Ronald (Andy) | 969127 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 09/08/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Invercargill 22 Jan 1932. Employed as a sawmiller at Kenneally’s Sawmill Tuatapere. Attested as a Kayforce Replacement at Invercargill on 9 Apr 1954. Posted to RNZ Sigs in Burnham. Went AWOL for 2–5 May 1952 while in Burnham then repeated this again 21–23 Jul 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 19 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 20 Aug 1952. Served in H Troop. He had difficulty adhering to military discipline. Twice committed to Canadian Detention Barracks as punishment (28 and 27 days as shown in Part II R&SOs). M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 and travelled via Sydney. Completed his RTNZ deplaning Wellington 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 221 days. SOS Kayforce 18 May 1954 and posted to TF unit. Died Tuatapere, 12 Jan 1999 aged 67 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to the NZOSM and KWSM. Brother of Francis Harry (Frank) and Joseph Lindsay Edgerton. |
| EDGERTON, Joseph Lindsay (Joe) | 208951 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Invercargill 4 May 1929. Linesman for State Hydro Dept, Invercargill and worked mainly at Tuatapere. Enlisted in Kayforce 5 Aug 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Jan 1954, entered Korea 26 Jan 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Feb 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 22 Nov 1954 from Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas 328 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Dec 1954 and posted to a TF Unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 328 days. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 10 Apr 1968 aged 39 years, the result of an accident at Chesney's Creek, Arthur's Point Bridge (Edith Cavel Memorial Bridge). Brother of Francis Harry (Frank) and Ivan Ronald Edgerton. |
| EDGINGTON, Neil | 11513 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Rakaia 6 Aug 1928. Labourer from Christchurch before joining RNZN on 15 May 1947. Granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Tutira 6 Oct 1950 bur his ship was already based in Japan. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 in Rotoiti and was TFRD to Tutira on arrival in Japan. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ in Tutira on 30 May 1951. Later served in Lachlan the RNZN naval hydrographical survey ship. After this sea service he was mainly in Philomel or Tamaki, possibly in training roles. DEE as an Able Seaman, 14 May 1953. Died Christchurch, 8 Jan 1996 aged 68 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to the NZOSM and KWSM. |
| EDLIN, Malcolm Ian | 11514 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Timaru 23 Sep 1929. Employed in the Post Office in Timaru. Entered the RNZN 15 May 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki 15 May 1947–2 Mar 1948. Drafted to Bellona 3 Mar 1948 for his first sea service. Advanced to Able Seaman on 15 Aug 1948. Served in Tamaki 24 Sep 1948–13 May 1949. Drafted to Taupo 14 May–20 Sep 1949. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Sep 1949 and on the outbreak of the Korean War sailed from Auckland together with Tutira on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Drafted to Philomel 13 Jan–24 Aug 1951. Also served in Lachlan, Bellona, Philomel and Tamaki. DEE 22 Sep 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDMONDS, Alexander Keith | 206874 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 05/06/2054 | Born Awahuri village, Manawatu. Lived in Sanson, Manawatu and was a butcher employed by Manawatu Meat Coy, Palmerston North. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 in Linton Camp as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan, deplaning 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 162 Bty. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 23 Sep–15 Oct 1953 and discharged direct to unit. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 27 Dec 1953, TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS, TSFD to Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit 29 Dec 1953 and then to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure on 3 Jan 1954 (Infective Hepatitis). His personal belongings were left behind and taken into care with 162 Bty QM Store. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp and Remains on X(ii) List 16 Feb 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 20 Mar 1954. Embarked 6 May on SS Taiyuan at Kure for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 5 Jun 1954 from Teal flight es Sydney. Served overseas one year 299 days. Discharged 6 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDMONDS, Gordon Trevor | 21108 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/08/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Auckland 11 Sep 1929. Attended Mt Albert Grammar School. Work for four years on a Union SS Coy Coastal Steamer and was then employed as a fireman (for the boilers) at the Home of Compassion, Silverstream, Lower Hutt. Attested 29 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on a Teal flight for Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned 15 Aug 1953 at Iwakuni. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and served in ‘D’ troop. He applied to be enrolled on a Stationary Engine Driver’s Certificate at the Technical Correspondence School; Wellington in Apr 1954. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/O from NZ Base HQ on 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation and embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 102 days. Discharged 18 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). On RTNZ he applied for enlistment in the Regular Force but was not accepted. |
| EDMONDS, John Raymond | 300524 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/12/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Nawha, Northland, on 6 Dec 1932. Employed as a junior Linesman P&T Dept, Kaikohe. Attested in Kayforce at Papakura Camp on 11 Aug 1953. Posted to RNZA while in Papakura. Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 21 Dec 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Jan 1954 and entered Korea 26 Jan 1954. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for an artillery course 27 Jun–10 Jul 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight (Flight 9) from Sydney to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Served overseas 334 days. Discharged 8 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.793 was sent 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Kaikohe. Entitled to the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) NZDSM. |
| EDMONDS, Ronald Soden | 13355 | Cook (Officers) | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Sussex, UK, 23 Nov 1923. He was a truck driver before he entered the RNZN as an Assistant Cook on 8 Jun 1950. Underwent training in Tamaki and in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 18 Jan 1951–12 Jan 1953. Advanced to Cook (Officers) 8 Feb 1951. Served in Tamaki 13 Jan–27 Jul 1952. Drafted to Pukaki on 28 Jul 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Korean waters with the British Far East Fleet. Advanced to Leading Cook (Officers) 14 May 1954 but was reverted to Cook (Officers) 24 Feb 1955. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but he remained in the ship until drafted to Tamaki 24 Feb 1955. Drafted to Lachlan 29 Nov 1955 and advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Officers)Local, the same day and was further advanced to Leading Cook (Officers) 1 Aug 1956. Served very briefly in Philomel and later served in Lachlan again and in Black Prince 10 Oct 1957–26 May 1958. DEE 7 Jun 1958. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NSGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| EDMONDSON, James Norman | 12835 | Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born the UK, 21 Mar 1917. Entered the RN as Boy 2nd Class with the Service Number D/JX137080. His initial training was at the Naval Boys’ School HMS Ganges. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 3 Oct 1932. Drafted to Rodney (battleship) 9 Sep 1933 as Signalman Boy and remained her until 6 May 1936. His next ship was Carlisle in which he sailed to Simonstown and served in the Naval station HMS Afrikander 18 Dec 1936–29 Dec 1938. He returned to Britain to HMS Drake 30 Dec 1938–20 Jun 1939 then to his next ship was Bramble (minesweeper) 21 Jun 1939–8 Jan 1940. Advanced to Acting Leading Signalman on 24 Nov 1939. Drafted to Calendula (Flower-class corvette) 13 Apr–23 Nov 1940 and escorted several convoys in that ship. He then went back to HMS Drake and advanced to Leading Signalman 24 Nov 1940 and to Acting Yeoman of Signals (Temporary) 4 Dec 1940. He was next drafted to ORP Piorum (ex-British then Polish destroyer) 1 Feb 1941–14 Jul 1942. This ship was mainly involved in Atlantic convoy escorts but was also engaged in the search for Bismarck on 26–27 May 1941. He advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals (Permanent) during this time. In Sep 1941 this ship was nominated for Malta relief convoy duties and was under air attack by torpedo bombers in the western Mediterranean. Returned to Britain and resumed Atlantic convoy protection duties including one south towards Argentina. James Edmondson’s next ship was Raider (destroyer) commissioned in Nov 1942 and was then a screen for HMS King George V and part of the distant cover for Russian convoy to Kola Inlet and the return convoy. This ship was also on convoy duty from Durban for Indian Ocean convoy defence. Advanced to Yeoman of Signals (Permanent) 27 Mar 1943. Drafted to Caradoc (light cruiser) 4 Jun 1943–23 May 1945 and operated from HMS Lanka (RN Station in Ceylon). He returned to Britain and his final RN ship was HMS Nigeria (light cruiser) 7 May 1946–4 Jan 1947 Released from RN 27 May 1947. He was awarded Krzyz Walecznych for good services to the Polish Navy (Supplement to the London Gazette, 8 Dec 1942, p5347.) Also awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, War Medal and possibly Burma Star. Entered the RNZN at Maori 28 Jun 1949 as Signalman and advanced during the next two-days to Yeoman of Signals. On arrival in NZ he spent a short time in Philomel getting familiar with NZ ways. He was sent to HMAS Cerberus 29 Aug–25 Nov 1952 for training courses. On RTNZ served in Philomel then Irirangi followed by service in Pukaki, Hawea Tamaki and Philomel again. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on Second Commission voyage. Served in Malayan water and was aboard when the ship conducted bombardments against suspected communist camps. Also served in Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Discharged to RA on 27 Jun 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| EDWARDS, Alan | 213046 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Kawhia 1 May 1931. Employed as a truck driver at the Brunner State Mine Wallsend, near Greymouth. Attested in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements at Burnham Camp 21 Jun 1954. Posted to RNZASC 27 Jul 1954. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 as a Driver for service in Korea. Continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954. Entered Korea and M/I to his unit on 2 Oct 1954. Accidentally injured 16 Oct 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 200 days. Discharged 31 May 1956, posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.794 sent 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Te Kuiti. Joined Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 and was posted to 1 Bn NZ Regt. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington on 28 Nov 1957 and sailed for Singapore. Later entitled to the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Camp. M/I to the FTC Kota Tinggi. Admitted BMH Kamunting (Kuala Lumpur) 26 Jul 1958 then sent to Cameron Highlands 31 Jul 1958. Returned to 1 NZ Regt 8 Aug 1958. Embarked TSS Captain Cook for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Attached FAP to Army schools for SAS Selection Course 23 May 1960 and again 19 Nov 1960. TSFD to 2 NZ Regt 4 Dec 1961 and was discharged 14 Jul 1962. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| EDWARDS, Albert George | 208968 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/03/2054 | 12/05/2055 | Born Christchurch 8 Nov 1930. Educated in Australia and completed four years Post Primary education. Employed as a cleaner and acting fireman NZ Railways Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce on 9 Dec 1953. Posted to RNZA on 4 Jan 1954. Approval granted for to spend Drafting leave in Australia to see his mother. Emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington 17 Mar 1954 and joined Flight 8 at Sydney on 25 Mar 1954. Deplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954. Entered Korea on 3 Apr 1954, posted to 16 Fd Regt and M/I to this unit 6 Apr 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 10 Nov 1954. Appears to have had only one offence–unlawfully converted a motor vehicle 12 Nov 1954. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp [sic] 15–24 Feb 1955 then admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 15 Mar 1955 and discharged to unit from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Apr 1955. Emplaned Qantas at Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight art Harewood on 12 May 1955. Served overseas one year 49 days. Discharged 7 Jun 1955. Later entitled to the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| EDWARDS, Anderson | 708048 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Poriti, Auckland, 6 Nov 1931. Post & Telegraph Department employee, Wellington, before enlisting in RNZN on 17 Aug 1950. Granted the rate of Ordinary Telegraphist. Drafted to Taupo 22 Aug 1951–26 Jan 1953. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters. Received Korea and UN Korea medal ribbons only while on course at HMAS Cerberus, Williamstown, Australia, as there was a shortage of medals to issue. Later served in Lachlan and at the Naval Signal station Irirangi. DEE having reached the rating of Leading Telegraphist on 16 Aug 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| EDWARDS, Arthur James | 205238 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/01/2052 | Born New Plymouth 23 Sep 1923. Served in Taranaki Regt for 2.5 years. Employed as a NZ Railways clerk before he entered the Army for WWII Service. Embarked 12 Jan 1944 (2 NZEF Embarkation Roll No.13) as a Temporary Corporal in the 11th Infantry Reinforcements with Service No 615693. Served in 22 Bn, 2 NZEF during WWII in Egypt but mainly in Italy (Aug 1944–Oct 1945) and reached the rank of Sergeant. WWII Medals awarded are 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB as a Lance Corporal. Promoted Temporary Bombardier in Waiouru on 14 Oct and to Temporary Sergeant on 2 Nov 1950. Embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Sergeant 7 Jan 1951. Was involved in all the major fighting with the battery. Promoted to Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while holding the appointment of Troop Sergeant Major. Attended a course at the CATC, Hiro, Japan 8–16 Jan 1952. His report reads as follows: “This WO has proved, during the course, that he is a very capable instructor. His technical knowledge, however, is only fair, but he is quite able to bring himself up to date and has proved this in lectures he has given. His keen, smart and intelligent approach to the course has been an excellent example to the other students.” Emplaned at Iwakuni 20 Jan 1952 for RTNZ as an instructor for RNZA Reinforcements at Burnham and at Waiouru. Deplaned 25 Jan 1952 Wellington from a Teal Solent, ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 47 days. He then took his discharge from Kayforce on 26 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.795 was sent to an address in New Plymouth on 20 Feb 1957. Died Lower Hutt on 19 Aug 1964 aged 41 years. |
| EDWARDS, Daniel | 206156 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/04/2053 | Born Otorohanga 3 Feb 1929. Truck Driver from Wellington. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Attached Reinforcement Training Unit 1 Feb 1951 until 18 May 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 May 1951. Served in D Troop, 162 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 29 Sep 1951. Admitted to Brit Com General Hospital 13–23 Nov 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ by air and deplaned NZ 15 Apr 1953. Re-embarked for Korea 23 Dec 1952 and re-entered Korea but remained only 114 days Served overseas for one year 327 days. Discharged 7 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.796 was sent to an address in Frankton Junction, on 20 Feb 1957 Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDWARDS, Ernest Wesley | 206094 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 27/05/2053 | Born Hamilton 3 Nov 1928. He was a coppersmith employed by Jenkins and Mack, Wellington. Attested 29 Aug 1950in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty, from Pusan to Seoul. Admitted CDS Tokyo 24 Jan–3 Mar 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 3–11 Apr 1952. Discharged to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough) 25 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on 11 Jun 1952 and deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952. Re-emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 for Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ then posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952. Re-entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 25 Aug 1952 then Temporary Bombardier and to Bombardier on 13 May 1953. M/O to NZ Reinforcements Training Unit as Instructor 14 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Australia as Bombardier RNZA Instructor. Attached FAP to C.D Trg Det, Waiouru 8 Jun 1953. Discharged 20 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.797 was sent 20 Feb 1957 to his given address in Huntly. This was returned to Base Records, sent out again but returned where it remains in NZDF Personnel Archives today. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM, KWSM and the Republic of Korea Presidential Citation. Died Auckland, 3 Apr 1995 aged 67 years. |
| EDWARDS, Eruera Wiremu | 14813 | Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 28/08/2054 | 27/05/2055 | Born Takahiwai, near Whangarei, 30 Jan 1936. Attended Whangarei Boys High School. Farmhand before joining the RNZN on 21 May 1953 as a Junior Stoker 2nd Class. Aka Dennis William Edwards. Initial sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters Nov 1954–Mar 1955 and in Malayan waters. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. He was drafted to Black Prince on 19 Jan 1956 in the rate of Engineering Mechanic 1st Class until 9 Oct 1957. Also served in Lachlan 10 Oct 1957 to 20 Jan 1959. Served in Black Prince again and then in Paea and in Rotoiti from 11 Jan 1962 to 19 Mar 1964. Served in Pukaki and Inverell. DEE 29 Jan 1966 having served 12 years 254 days in the RNZN. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. |
| EDWARDS, Geoffrey Charles (Geoff) | 203597 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Te Awamutu 20 Oct 1926. Miner Mechanic at Renown Collieries, Huntly. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl but remains on the strength of 16 Fd Regt (for R&Q (‘rations and quarters’)). Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ from NZ Tpt Pl on 7 Jul 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 23 Nov 1951. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 24–26 Nov 1951 and again 19–23 Dec 1951. Vehicle Mechanic in RNZASC Arty Platoon. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 7 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Sep 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 19 Jul 1952 from a Teal flight Ararangi ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.798 was sent 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Ohaupo. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 11 Sep 2016 aged 89 years. Buried Te Kuiti New Cemetery. |
| EDWARDS, George Norman | 204743 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 13/09/2054 | 04/06/2055 | Born Waggawagga, NSW, Australia, 17 Sep 1927. Completed six months training with Commonwealth Military Forces, Australia. Saw miller for T. McGee, Mt Maunganui. Enlisted in Kayforce at Papakura Camp on 15 Jun 1954. Granted seven days final leave in Australia and flew to Australia 13 Sep 1954. Was to have emplaned in Sydney but failed to report. Finally emplaned in Australia with Special Service Fight (Qantas) 13 Oct 1954 and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Oct 1954. He was advised that his father had died suddenly on 24 Oct 1954 just a few days after he left Australia. Went AWOL for nearly 14 days from 23 Sep–7 Oct 1954. He was charged at NZ Base HQ for this failure on 20 Dec 1954. Finally entered Korea 17 Jan 1955 and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 19 Jan 1955. He was advised his mother had died in Nov 1954. This later information proved incorrect and was used as an excuse for a compassionate discharge which was declined. Went AWOL on three further occasions in Feb, Mar and Apr 1955 for which 28 days detention were given. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas aircraft for return to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 256 days. Discharged in NZ 5 Jul 1955. Went to Erua, in the National Park area, central North Island. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.799 was sent to an address at Erua on 20 Feb 1957 but returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives) where it remains. |
| EDWARDS, James Walter | 12461 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Mt Eden, Auckland, 23 Jan 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN on 30 Sep 1950 in the rate of Ordinary Seaman. Initial sea service in Bellona from 2 Jun 1949 to 20 Sep 1949. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Sep 1949. (Actual date indistinct.) He remained in the ship and advanced to Able Seaman 28 Feb 1950. Sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. After completing a course at HMAS Rushcutter at the radar and anti-submarine school he was drafted to Taupo on 3 Jun 1951. He sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 and returned to Korean waters and again served mainly on the west coast. Taupo RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 and Able Seaman Edwards remained with that ship until 25 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were issued for naming 9 Nov 1954. He later served in Lachlan and was DEE on 29 Sep 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDWARDS, John Arthur | 326400 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Auckland 13 Jan 1932. Dairy worker and milk pasteuriser for Sevdson and Son, Pukekohe. CMT trainee May 1950. Posted to 6 Coy, RNZASC after Basic Training then posted to 1 Tpt Coy Apr 1951. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned 18 Jun 1953 at Auckland on Teal flight to Japan via Sydney. Deplaned Japan 21 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 25 Jun. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on entry to Korea. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed the journey from Sydney to Auckland on a Teal flight arriving 20 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged 18 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| EDWARDS, Kenneth George (Ken) | 457800 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Auckland 20 Sep 1932. Served in 2nd intake CMT. Fireman for NZ Railways at the Loco Depot, Frankton. Enlisted in the Kayforce 20th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC at Burnham on 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland 19 Jan 1956 and flew to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Hiro, Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni on 13 Jan 1956. Entered Korea 23 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jan 1956. Attached FAP to 78 Coy RASC at Inchon 18–20 Apr 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl from 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. 15 May 1956. Attached FAP to 1 Sigs Sqn RA Sigs (ambulance driver) 27 Jul–14 Sep 1956. Breached military discipline from this time until he returned to NZ. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 and RTNZ by air arriving Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Sep 1957. Fireman for NZ Railways then Boilerman at Waikato Hospital. Attested Papakura Camp 18 Apr 1966 as Gunner 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. (Married with three children) Posted to Active Service 10 Mar 1967. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Whenuapai 14 Mar 1967 for emplanement for South Vietnam. Posted to NZ V Force. RTNZ and deplaned 11 Oct 1967. M/I 16 Fd Regt (161 Bty Elm) 24 Oct ex NZ V Force. To be Sub Lance Bombardier 23 Dec 1967. M/O 16 Fd Regt 9 Jul 1968 on posting to NZ V Force Emplaned Whenuapai flight NSL/21 on 9 Jul 1968 and departed for Singapore. Taken on Strength 161 Bty on emplanement. Deplaned South Vietnam 11 Jul 1968. To be Temporary Bombardier 13 Sep 1968. Attached FAP HQ NZ V Force 29 Sep–13 Oct 1968 and again 22–30 Oct 1968. Emplaned Vung Tau 18 Apr 1969 for Singapore. Emplaned Changi flight NSL/4 on 20 Apr 1969 for RTNZ. Later Sergeant and was 4 Jun 1976. Awarded Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZGSM (V) and NZDSM. |
| EDWARDS, Lionel Graham | 35223 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 26/08/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wellington 31 Mar 1930. Regular Force soldier taken on strength of Kayforce 6 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 30 Aug 1953. Started off his TOD in Japan by going AWOL within four weeks of arrival. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 22 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 23 Oct and M/I to his unit on 24 Oct 1953. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS and TSFD to (X(ii) List 2–5 Jan 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 3 Jul 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation on 9 Nov 1954 and embarked on the ship New Australia, departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954. Completed RTNZ by air from Brisbane to deplane Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 91 days. SOS Kayforce 13 Jan 1955 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| EDWARDS, Mathew Thad | 211350 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/06/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Wairoa, East Coast 12 Aug 1929. He was a shearing contractor based in Hastings. Attested in Kayforce 6 Feb 1954 Emplaned Wellington on 2 Jun 1954 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned at Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Jun 1954 and entered Korea 16 Jun 1954. M/I to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt, posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 12 Oct 1954. Accidentally injured 12 Feb 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 14–15 Feb 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 5 Mar 1955 and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 8 Mar 1955 (Rugby trials). On Japan Tour BCFK Rugby Touring Team 25 Mar–3 Apr 1955. M/O NZ Base HQ to 10 Tpt Coy 7 May 1955 and M/I to his unit on 9 May 1955. Posted to NZ Base HQ 16 Aug 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp and TSFD to X(ii) List 24–26 Sep 1955. On TOD to HMNZS Pukaki 27 Dec 1955–10 Jan 1956. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo (Rugby Team) 24–27 Feb 1956. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo (Regimental Provost (or Police) Escort Duties) 6–9 Apr 1956. On Japan Tour BCFK Rugby Touring Team 27 Apr –7 May 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 9 May 1956. Emplaned 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ, arriving at Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas one year 358 days. Discharged 20 Aug 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.801 was sent to an address in Wairoa on 20 Feb 1957. Died Waimarama on 26 Feb 1991. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) NZDSM and PJM in 2015. Curious to know how he gained the PJM. |
| EDWARDS, Ormand Reginald | 204769 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 03/12/2055 | 10/08/2057 | Born Mangonui, Northland, 18 Jun 1924. Self-employed carpenter. Served in the NZ Army (Home Service) during 8 Nov 1944–13 Sep 1948 and was awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Embarked for Jayforce 19 May 1946 and RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Served as a Trooper in 2 NZ Div Cav and then was posted to 3 NZ Bn. Re-embarked 28 Aug 1947. Struck off the Strength of Jayforce on 13 Sep 1948. NZDF was asked by the Australian to forward the authority for the award of his NZ WWII medals. Served in the Australian Forces in Korea in 1952. Attested 4 Nov 1955 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC on 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) at Auckland for passage to Australia then by civil air to Japan. M/I to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo on deplanement 4 Dec 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Dec 1955 then posted to NZ Tpt Pl on 15 May 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 and RTNZ deplaning Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 251 days. Married to Miss Setsuko Wakido. She flew to NZ by Qantas and Teal due to arrive in Auckland 8 Sep 1957. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Oct 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZDSM. |
| EDWARDS, Robert William (Slim or Bob) | 32121 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 07/10/2053 | 06/01/2054 | Born Dunedin on 19 Aug 1931. Enlisted in the first class of Regular Force Cadets on 12 Jul 1948. Posted to Southern Military District Construction Unit, Christchurch 23 Aug 1949. Apprenticed as an Electrician (Wireman) RNZE. Posted to Kayforce wef 28 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as Sergeant on Teal flight to Sydney and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni on 10 Oct 1954. Several men on this flight were RNZE who were sent for specific tasks. Posted to 28 Field Engineer Regt, Royal Engineers in Korea. M/O from 28 Fd Engr Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Dec 1953. Awarded UN Korea Medal only (published in NZ Base HQ RO Part II on 3 Nov 1953). Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 15 Jan 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force, 3 Field Squadron RNZE. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal. Re-entered Regular Force 29 Jan 1959. Discharged as Sergeant 17 Aug 1965. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. Died Alexandra 16 Jun 2019 aged 87 years buried in the RSA Section Millars Flat Cemetery. |
| EDWARDS, Sonny | 922633 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Ruatoria on 11 Oct 1931. Employed as a mill hand and labourer at Edgecumbe. Attested in Kayforce on 14 Jun 1954. Emplaned Auckland 22 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 24 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954. Little is on his record apart from misdeeds. TSFD to NZ Roll 31 Mar 1956. One of 32 men emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai, Auckland, 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Served in 1 Otago Southland Regt, 1 Hauraki and in RNZASC. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.802 was sent to his given address in Gisborne on 20 Feb 1957. Died Gisborne 24 Apr 1976 aged 45 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| EDWARDS, Wi Pere | 206731 | Craftsman | NZ Base HQ | RNZEME | 15/05/2052 | 20/06/2056 | Born Wairoa, East Coast, on 6 Mar 1930. He was a NZ Railways clerk at Nuhaka. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement draft. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 7 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 1 Oct 1952 and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to this unit on 5 Oct 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Dec 1952 while holding the appointment of 2 Ech Clerk. Returned to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 14 Feb 1953 but lost that rank on 28 Mar 1953. Temporary Sergeant 20 Jul 1953, to Temporary Staff Sergeant 19 Aug 1953 and to Staff Sergeant 28 Oct 1953. Member of the Brit Com Force (B.C.F.) Rugby Team for tour of Japan 20– 0 Mar 1954. Granted a 12-month extension to his service in Korea from 17 Mar 1954. M/O on TOD to Brit Com Sub Area South 8 Nov 1954 and M/I ex Brit Com Sub Area South 9 Nov 1954. M/O on TOD to Brit Com Sub Area South 8 Nov 1954 and M/I ex Brit Com Sub Area South 9 Nov 1954. Also played in B.C.F.K. Japan Rugby Tour 25 Mar–4 Apr 1955. Granted a second 12-month extension to his service in Korea dating from 17 Mar 1955. Accidentally injured 24 Jan 1956. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 23–30 Jan 1956. Attached FAP to Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo for his third Rugby Tour 24–7 Feb 1956. M/O from NZ Base HQ on Japan Rugby Touring Team 27 Apr–26 May 1957. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 14 May 1956. Discharged to NZ Component BCFK and TSFD to NZ Roll on 25 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland on 17 Jun 1956. Served overseas four years 35 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Nov 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDWARDS, William | 12811 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Aldbury, Worcester, UK, on 30 Dec 1928. He had some service in the RN but there are no details of this service apart from the fact that he reached the rate of Able Seaman. Entered the RNZN at Maori as an Able Seaman on 6 Jun 1949. He was drafted to Lachlan which was just taken over by the RNZN and he probably joined her in Sydney prior to her sailing to Auckland. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and Tamaki and returned to Philomel 11 Sep 1950–233 Jan 1951. Drafted to Hawea on 24 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 to serve in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Hawea RTNZ on 8 Mar 1952. He then served in Philomel 16 Mar–5 Aug 1952 and completed his engagement in Lachlan from 6 Aug 1952–22 Feb 1953. Discharged BNPS on 22 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EDWARDS, William | 213041 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2055 | 07/04/2056 | Born Port Talbot, Glamorgan, South Wales on 26 Oct 1929. Electrician for Whitcombe & Tombs, Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce on 17 Jun 1954. Posted to RNZA at Burnham on 26 Jul 1957. Emplaned 21 Sep 1955 as a Gunner on Teal flight from Harewood to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Japan 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 30 Sep 1954. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 1–11 Jun 1955. Granted 10 days R&R Leave 21–30 Dec 1955 and returned to his unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Went AWOL 5–6 Apr 1956. Appears this was between arriving in Sydney and before emplaning for the final flight home. Could have missed his flight home. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 200 days. Awarded 48 hours’ detention and forfeited one day’s pay on 7 Apr 1956 the day he arrived in NZ. Discharged 2 Jun 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| EDWARDSON, Leopold Emanuel | 535472 | Driver | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Opotiki 2 Jun 1932. Freezing worker Ocean Freezing Works, Southland. Enlisted 29 Jul 1954. Emplaned Auckland Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft and flew via Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Training Unit. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 10–21 Jan 1955 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ. Posted to NZ Base HQ 20 May 1955. On TOD to HMNZS Pukaki 27 Dec 1955 to 10 Jan 1956. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo with Rugby Team 24–2 on 7 Feb 1956. Did not appear to have entered Korea. Embarked Kure 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 165 days. Discharged 29 May 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| EGERTON, James Frederick Albert | 207901 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/05/2052 | Born Winton 16 May 1929. Previous service as a Leading Aircraftman in the RNZAF at Te Rapa 7 Jun 1946 to 18 Apr 1948. Employed as a labourer in Invercargill. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and after training Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, served in 162 Bty and took part in most of the actions in which the battery was involved. Accidentally injured on 18 Jun 1951. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 10–17 Mar 1952 then returned to 162 Bty. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 7 May 1952 from Teal RMA Ararangi ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 150 days. Discharged 26 Jun 1952. Initially returned to Winton. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.806 was sent to an address in Invercargill on 20 Feb 1957 but it was returned to Base Records where it now remains. Died Invercargill 22 May 2000 aged 70 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EGGERS, James Rogers | 206096 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Auckland 7 Jun 1923. Previous service in the Army during WWII in New Zealand and then in Italy (Service No 451897). An apprentice Tinsmith from Wellington. Was also a member of 5 Brigade which went from Italy to Japan as part of the original British Commonwealth Occupation Force (BCOF Japan) component. Served in 21 Battalion in Italy and 27 Battalion in Japan and was stationed at Yamaguchi. Enlisted in Kayforce in Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in Quartermaster's Store as a storeman for the RNZEME Light Aid Detachment. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ on Qantas flight to Sydney via Guam and Port Moresby and by Teal flight to deplane Wellington 23 Aug 1952. Awarded Italy Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Oct 1952. Died Lower Hutt, notice published 4 Aug 2012 aged 89 years. |
| EISENHUT, Calvin Max | 203896 | Driver | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Waiuku on 7 Feb 1928. Served in RNZAF at Whenuapai and in Fiji from 5 Nov 1947–14 Mar 1950 as a Leading Aircraftman. Discharged at own request and TSFD to RNZAF Reserve. Employed on the family farm and was also a truck driver. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 161 Bty as a driver. Admitted American 3rd Station Hosp 6–11 Jun 1951 and was discharged direct to 16 Fd Regt. Also driver at Force HQ. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Jun 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 10–18 Jun 1952. Discharged to NZ Base HQ. Committed a few offences one of which resulted in 14 day’s pay and 14 days detention. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 22 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.808 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Waiuku. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM, KWSM and Rep of Korea Presidential Citation. Died Te Kauwhata 19 Jul 2016 aged 88 years. |
| EKETONE, Heke | 204695 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 15/05/2054 | Born Waiuku on 7 Feb 1928. Served in RNZAF at Whenuapai and in Fiji from 5 Nov 1947–14 Mar 1950 as a Leading Aircraftman. Discharged at own request and TSFD to RNZAF Reserve. Employed on the family farm and was also a truck driver. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 161 Bty. Admitted American 3rd Station Hosp 6–11 Jun 1951 and was discharged direct to 16 Fd Regt. Also driver at Force HQ. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Jun 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 10–18 Jun 1952. Discharged to NZ Base HQ. Committed a few offences one of which resulted in 14 day’s pay and 14 days detention. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 22 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.808 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Waiuku. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM, KWSM and Rep of Korea Presidential Citation. Died Te Kauwhata 19 Jul 2016 aged 88 years. |
| EKETONE, Toni Te Huia (Tony) | 460820 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/08/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Otorohanga 30 Jul 1930. Known as Hui Eketone. Farmer at Hangatiki. Enlisted in Kayforce on 21 Apr 1953. Emplaned 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1943. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and M/I on 26 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and TSFD to RNZA 24 Jun 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Rol 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney to Auckland. Served overseas one year 108 days. Discharged 4 Apr 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Living in Raglan in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Raglan, 28 Mar 2005 aged 74 years. |
| ELDRIDGE, Bruce Maurice | 12768 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Gillingham, Kent on 10 Nov 1928. Served in the Royal Navy from 5 Feb 1947 to 16 May 1949. He enlisted as a Stoker 2nd Class and underwent training in HMS Royal Arthur (stone frigate) at that time located in Corsham, Wiltshire. His postings appear to be short, possibly as the RN was downsizing, for he served in Gosling (Naval Air station) then Imperieuse where he advanced to Stoker on 2 May 1947. He was next in Victory, then Berwick where he advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 5 Feb–25 May 1948 which was sold for scraping soon after he left. He was drafted to Resource (depot ship) for three months then to Victory then to Wave (minesweeper) which was based on Victory. Drafted to HMS Ranpura shore base in Malta where he was attached to Mull of Galloway (a repair ship used during WWII, which appears to have been sailed back to Britain to be placed in reserve. (It was later used for cadet training.) He was in Malta for about three weeks and then returned to Victory 30 Sep 1948 and was released from the RN on 16 May 1949. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 22 May 1949 as a Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Tutira and sailed in her to Auckland. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel 8 Aug 1949–4 Jan 1952. Drafted to Rotoiti 5 Jan 1952 and took passage in her to Japan leaving Auckland on 7 Jan 1952. On arrival in Japan he was TSFD to HMS Belfast (cruiser) on 3 Feb 1952 and stayed in her for three months until TSFD to Taupo on 27 May 1952 and RTNZ in Taupo on 21 Oct 1952. Served in Philomel 22 Oct 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953. Served in Tamaki 3 Nov 1953 then served in ML 3551, 14 Sep 1954 and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. DEE 21 May 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ELERS, Reginald (Reggie) | 675291 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Masterton 15 Jan 1933. Attended Te Aute College. Civil trade plumber and attended trade evening classes a Wairarapa College. Attested in Kayforce on 17 Mar 1954 originally listed in RNZE. Emplaned 12 Jul 1954 on a Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Travelled to Korea via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, 17 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZE to the RNZA on 24 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 26 Jul 1954. Posted to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 29 Nov 1954. Granted a 12-month extension to his service in Korea. Highest rank reached Temporary Lance Bombardier. Embarked on TSS New Australia at Kure, Japan, 22 Mar 1956 for return to Sydney. Emplaned in RNZAF Hastings to complete RTNZ deplaning Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jun 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Attested in NZ Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 on three-year engagement. Posted to 1 NZ Regt. Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook for passage to Singapore and disembarked 15 Dec 1957. After initial training in Kota Tinggi the Bn moved to Taiping in North Malaya. Serving in C Coy as at 14 Jan 1959. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 15 Feb 1959. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Disembarked from TSS Captain Cook, Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Died Taradale, 1 Apr 2007 aged 74 years. |
| ELERS, Thomas | 675666 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 20/10/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Masterton 10 Oct 1931. Motor mechanic employed by E Winhall & Co, Masterton. 7th CMT recruit and then served in Wellington Regt. M/O on posting to Kayforce on 15 Apr 1953. Attested in Kayforce on 22 Apr 1953. Posted to RNZEME while in Waiouru. Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and was posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD on 30 Oct 1953. Posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD 10 Nov 1953. Accidentally injured 16 Feb 1954. “No action Reqd.” Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 24 Feb–17 Mar 1954. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 9–13 Apr 1954. Posted from 28 Fd Engr Regt to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA 7 Jul 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Brisbane. Travelled by air from Brisbane and deplaned Auckland 24 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight. Served overseas one year 36 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jan 1955 and reposted to his old TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Died Taradale 1 Apr 2011 aged 80 years. |
| ELLIFF, Brian Frederick | 12429 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Sutton, Surrey, UK, 1 Jan 1923. Employed as a fitter’s mate before he entered the RN as Boy 2nd Class on 5 Apr 1938. Served in HMS St Vincent and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 24 Dec 1938. Served in Kingston 14 Sep 1939–11 Apr 1942. The destroyers Kashmir, Icarus and Kingston attacked U–35 with depth charges in the North Sea off Shetland Islands on 29 Nov 1939 and forced her to scuttle. She took part in the sinking of the Italian Sub Torricelli and damaged the Perla. In Apr 1941 she found the Italian destroyers Pantera and Tigre aground south of Jeddah and subsequently destroyed the hulls by gunfire and air attack. Kingston also evacuated many troops from Greece to Crete. This was a time of heavy air attacks and several British ships were sunk. Kingston was also in action against AXIS convoys and the Vichy French in Syria. In Mar 1942 Kingston was briefly involved in the First Battle of Sirte but was heavily damaged on 22 Mar 1942 in the Second Battle of Sirte when she was hit by a 15-inch (380mm) shell fired by the Italian battleship Littorio, but she managed to fire three torpedoes and managed to reach St Angelo, Malta the next day. Subsequent bombing in Malta caused the ship to become a total constructive loss. Back in Britain he was drafted to Anthony (destroyer) on 3 Mar 1943 and was once more back on convoy protection tasks operating from HMS Cormorant (Gibraltar). Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 29 Dec 1943. Drafted to Sandwich (sloop) 25 Jan 1944 and then served on convoy protection to Freetown. In Apr he was drafted as Petty Officer (Temporary) to Perseus (light fleet carrier) which was converted to an aircraft maintenance carrier. This vessel was in Sydney 29 Dec 1944, but Petty Officer Elliff was drafted to HMS Gould (previously a destroyer sunk in 1944, but this is probably a RN Shore station.) 3 Jun 1946 and was at HMS Lanka 10 Oct–8 Nov 1946. Back in Britain he was drafted to Bonaventure (depot ship) 9 Nov 1946–7 Oct 1947 and then to an LST named Narvik 2 Sep–4 Nov 1948. Released from RN 3 Dec 1948. His medal entitlement is not shown but would probably include the following–1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, War Medal. Entered RNZN 3 Jan 1949 at Cook (soon to become Maori) in London as an Able Seaman and advanced to Petty Officer on the next two-days. On arrival in NZ his first ship was Lachlan 29 Jul 1949–19 Jul 1950. Served in Philomel until drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 which sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer Coxswain8 Jun 1953. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 but remained in the ship until moving to Philomel 8 May 1954–29 Jul 1955. Later served in Kiwi and Ngapona a Reserve Unit base in Tauranga. Discharged to RA 31 Dec 1959. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal 3 Jan 1956. Probably entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| ELLIOTT, Arthur William | 207831 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/04/2051 | Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. RTNZ 27 Apr 1951 for medical reasons and went back to Dunedin. Medically evacuated from Korea by Qantas Skymaster plane as did Sergeant Ronald Beer to Sydney arriving 18 Apr 1951. Both men (walking medical cases) travelled from Sydney in the Wanganella to Auckland and disembarked 23 Apr 1951. Served in Korea 134 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 2 Mar 1952 and returned to Dunedin. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.813 was sent on 29 Feb 1957 to an address in Dunedin. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin 25 Jan 2016 aged 86 years. Suffered from Alzheimer’s disease. |
| ELLIOTT, Bruce Leslie | 15305 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Mosgiel 9 Aug 1939. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 27 Jan 1955 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Junior Seaman 12 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 13 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korean waters. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 9 Feb 1957. RTNZ on 8 May 1957. Served in Philomel 31 Aug–2 Nov 1957. Drafted again to Kaniere 3 Nov 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 9 Feb 1958. Later underwent courses in HMAS Watson, served in Lachlan and Rotoiti and returned to HMAS Watson for more courses. Also served in Pukaki. Discharged BNPS 17 Jun 1965. His medal entitlement is not shown but would include NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| ELLIOTT, Cameron Gordon Clarence | 208200 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Rotherham, Canterbury 15 Jan 1928. Tractor driver on a farm in Ashburton. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington on TSS Wahine 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951, disembarked Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Admitted Norwegian MASH 13 Dec 1951, TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Amb and discharged to 10 Tpt Coy on 2 Jan 1952. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 7–14 Mar 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 9 Jun 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged 2 Jul 1952 but remained on X(ii) List. Medically re-boarded 29 Aug 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 on a charter flight with Gunner Samuel Schofield for RTNZ on medical grounds (asthma). Deplaned Wellington on 13 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 44 days. Discharged 12 Nov 1952. Returned to Cheviot. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Sent to his address in 1954 but were returned to Base Records. Sent to a new address in 1973. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| ELLIOTT, Douglas Scott | 208720 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born Gore, Southland, on 24 Feb 1924. Came from Riversdale, Southland. Hostilities Only during WWII (Service No 624097). Self-employed farmhand. Attested 8 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Posted to RNZA and emplaned as a Gunner 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Evans Bay, Wellington to Sydney, then flew by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1952. Served in NZRTU from deplanement. M/I to Brit Com Convalescent Trg Dept for course 2–13 Feb 1953 and returned to Reinforcement Training Unit. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 19 Mar 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt to serve in 162 Bty. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 6–29 Sep 1953 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed 2i/c Gun 10 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 16 Jan 1954 and appointed Tech storeman. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Mar 1954 and appointed Bty QMS. Promoted Sergeant 7 May 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll 6 May 1954 and M/I NZ Base HQ 10 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 9 Jun 1954. Served overseas one year 305 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Admitted Gore Hosp Aug 1954 (Malaria). Discharged from Kayforce 14 Oct 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 8 May 2004 and is buried at Riversdale Cemetery, Southland. |
| ELLIOTT, Heaton Ronald (Ron) | 206275 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Gisborne on 7 Apr 1925. Cream factory worker in Gisborne before joining RNZAF 14 Jan 1944–13 Feb 1946 with Service No 44318. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. P& T linesman for Post & Telegraph Department, Gisborne. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. His Training for Korea was conducted in both Trentham and Waiouru. Promoted Lance Corporal 13 Nov 1950. Posted to RNZ Sigs and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt (RHQ). To be Corporal on 10 Sep 1951 and to Temporary Sergeant while appointed Line NCO on 10 Jan 1952. Promoted Sergeant on 10 Apr 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 18 Jun 1952 and deplaned Wellington 21Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Aug 1952. Served in 5 Lieutenant Regt RNZA (TF) 1 Aug 1953–1 Jun 1956. Died Thames Hospital 24 Oct 2001, aged 76 years. Buried at Paeroa RSA Cemetery. Later issued NZOSM and KWSM. Awarded NZDSM in Mar 2013. |
| ELLIOTT, Raymond | 14915 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Waihi 8 Mar 1937. Went to Central School New Plymouth. Enlisted in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 24 Sep 1953. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 25 Jun 1954. Drafted to Black Prince on 4 Oct 1954. He was drafted as an Able Seaman to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters. Pukaki RTNZ on 21 May 1956. His posting card does not contain any reference to service in Royalist but a letter stated he served in the ship from 24 Feb 1955 to 31 Aug 1956 which means he sailed to Australia possibly to attend a course in Australia. He did not serve in Malayan or Korean waters during the Second Commission of Royalist. Discharged SNLR on 2 Jun 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). No known what other awards he may have been issued. |
| ELLIS, Bernard | 12830 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Darlington, Durham, UK, 14 Jun 1921. An apprentice painter before he entered the RN on 20 Dec 1938 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No P/SSX 28348. Drafted to Malaya 23 Aug 1939 and served in the Mediterranean and in the Indian Ocean searching for the Graf Spee. Returned to the Mediterranean in Nov 1939 and in Dec Malaya was deployed for convoy escorts in the Atlantic sailing from Gibraltar to Halifax 24 Dec. In Jan 1940 escorted Canadian troop convoy bringing Canadian troops to Britain. In Feb 1940 Malaya carried gold bullion for transfer to Canada. In Apr 1940 Malaya returned to the Mediterranean. Advanced to Able Seaman 29 Jun 1940. Served in Victory 29 Aug–10 Nov 1940 followed by service in Excellent from 11 Nov 1940–17 Jan 1941. He is then shown in Excellent II (18 Jan–25 Aug 1941) and against this posting (MNBDO1) Mobile Naval Base Defence Organisation (1). Bernard Ellis is next shown against Victory II 26 Aug 1941–23 May 1945 with (POW) beside. Bernard Ellis is shown as POW 6149 in Stalag 344 Lamsdorf (Oberschkesein) but it is not yet known where he was captured. It could have been in North Africa. Enlisted 20 Jun 1949 in the RNZN at Maori, the RNZN Naval Office in London and was granted the rate of Able Seaman. He was married shortly before he joined the RNZN and she followed him to this country a little later. Served in Lachlan 29 Jul 1949–26 Jul 1950. After nearly a year in Tamaki and then Philomel he was drafted to Rotoiti 9 Jul 1951 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 20 Aug 1951. Travelled to Korean waters in Rotoiti sailing from Devonport 7 Jan 1952. TSFD to Taupo and RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Advanced to Leading Seaman 20 Aug 1952 while in Taupo. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in Bellona and Black Prince on two occasions. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 1 Dec 1956 while in Philomel. Bernard Ellis was drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957. Advanced to Petty Officer 1 Dec 1957 and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Discharged to RA 19 Jun 1959 and may have returned to Britain. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| ELLIS, Charles Hoyle | 12756 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Walton, Liverpool, 12 Mar 1916. Employed as an apprentice motor trader. Entered the RN 22 Mar 1932 as a Boy 2nd Class and was in HMS St Vincent for his initial training. This man also had a long career with the royal Navy and served in many ships and shore stations. He served in Nelson (battleship) one of the only two built for the RN Armed with 16-inch (410mm) guns. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 12 Mar 1943. Served in Vimy, Wallace and Exmouth (destroyers). Served in St Angelo, the RN base in Malta, 23 Jul 1935–30 Apr 1937 and spent time in Antelope (advanced to Able Seaman) and Wolsey while on that station. He spent the next year in shore stations and was drafted to Manchester (cruiser) 3 Aug 1938–21 Apr 1942. The ship was in the Indian Ocean in Nov–Dec 1938 and deployed in Sep 1939 for interception of blockade runners and commerce raiders between Columbo, Bombay and Aden. Returned to Britain Nov for refit and repair. Joined home fleet to cover landings in Norway and came under air attack in Apr which revealed many inadequacies. Was involved in Narvik, Namsos and Andalsnes landings and evacuations. In Nov 1940 took troops to Malta and went onto Alexandria but returned to Britain in Dec. In May 1941 was in a patrol line between Iceland and the Faeroes to try and prevent a return of the Bismarck to Germany after sinking of Hood in Jul 41 was again involved in Malta convoys and sustained damage from aerial torpedoes. Sailed to Philadelphia, USA for repairs and on completion returned to the UK in Mar 1942. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) 14 Sep 1941 and to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 24 Apr 1942. Served in Belfast 3 Nov 1942–9 Aug 1943 and advanced to Petty Officer (Temporary) 24 Apr 1943. His next postings were to shore stations mainly for training men for the RN. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 29 Dec 1946. Entered RNZN at Maori in London on 15 May 1949 on a three-year term to complete time for superannuation and was granted the rate of Petty Officer. Engaged as an Able Seaman and advanced on successive days to Leading Seaman and then to Petty Officer. Re-engaged 15 May 1952 for service to Retiring Age. Served in Philomel, Taupo and Tamaki. Drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 and sailed for Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 25 Feb 1954. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Served in Tamaki May 1954–Oct 1956 then Philomel 24 Oct 1946–18 Dec 1956 and then took passage in the Ruahine to Maori in London. Discharged BNPS 26 Mar 1957 and was recommended for 60 days invaliding leave. Awarded NGSM ‘Palestine’, Korea Medal and UN Korea, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal (1952). He was initially at Templeton Hotel, Templeton Place, Earls Court, London SW5. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ELLIS, Colin James | 15443 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Timaru 27 Oct 1938. He was still attending school when he applied to join the RNZN and his preference was to be a Radio Electrician. Entered the RNZN on 27 Oct 1956 as a Junior Recruit 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Black Prince as an Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 23 Oct 1956. Drafted to Royalist on 26 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 he remained in her until drafted to Black Prince in the Reserve Fleet on 10 Sep 1958. He served in Lachlan from 27 Sep 1959 until 18 Aug 1961 then served in Philomel 18 Aug 1961–17 Apr 1962. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 Apr 1962–3 Jun 1963 and then held in Philomel a matter of days before drafted to Tamaki on 26 Jun 1963. He received his Trade Certificate as an Electrician as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 26 Oct 1964. DEE on 26 Oct 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and PJM. Died 5 Mar 2008 aged 69 years. |
| ELLIS, Frank | 208993 | Gunner | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 28/08/2054 | 30/09/2055 | Born Charters Towers, Queensland, Australia on 1 Jun 1922. Served in Aust Inf 1 Jun 1940–30 Nov 1946 and two years with Aust Kayforce 5 Feb 1952–5 Feb 1954. Served in Aust Inf for 10 months, was wounded then changed to RA Sigs. Last employed as a miner Leigh Creek Coalfields, South Australia. Attested in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements 23 Jun 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and TSFD from RNZA to RNZ Sigs on 6 Sep 1954 and entered Korea the next day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to RNZASC. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 8 Aug 1955, TSFD to 121 US Evac Hosp and discharged to unit on 30 Aug 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ 30 Aug 1955. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 Aug 1966 and TSFD to NZ Roll 23 Sep 1955 for medical RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Sep 1955 on RNZAF Hastings, deplaned Auckland 30 Sep 1955 and admitted Papakura Camp Hosp. TSFD to Middlemore Hosp 31 Sep 1955 returned to and was discharged from Papakura Camp Hosp 28 Oct 1955. Served overseas one year 34 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Dec 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.816 Returned to Base records where it remains today. |
| ELLIS, Fredrick Donald | 204242 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 15/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Sydney, Australia 8 Oct 1929. Farm Labourer at Bombay, South Auckland. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce replacement draftee. Trained for Korea in Burnham and Papakura camps. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 21 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 92 and apptd 2i/c Section) on 1 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Jun 1953 and to Corporal on 1 Sep 1953 NCO i/c Section. Completed his whole service in Korea in this one-unit M/I to NZ Base HQ from Div HQ Tpt Pl and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Embarked 29 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan and travelled via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 281 days. Discharged 24 Apr 1954. Initially went to Mangakino. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later issued NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ELLIS, James | 206994 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Palmerston North 13 Aug 1925. Previous service in Interim NZ Army 28 Apr 1947–23 Apr 1948 and RNZAF. Plasterer in Palmerston North. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements and posted to RNZASC. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to Regt HQ Tokchong 29 Nov–16 Feb 1954 and again 20 May–4 Jul 1954 returning to 10 Tpt Coy each time. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Discharged 1 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| ELLIS, Neville Frank (Tim) | 897042 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 05/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Timaru on 7 Apr 1934. Labourer at State Hydro works Roxburgh. Enlisted in Kayforce at Burnham Camp on 17 Jun 1954. All his training was conducted in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Harewood 5 Oct 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas via Manus Island, Guam to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 13 Oct 1954. Served in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Japan on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 185 days. Discharged 31 May 1956 and posted to TF unit. Re-enlisted two years later in Regular Force. Corporal posted to 3 Tpt Coy, Southern Military District. Taken on Strength of 1 RNZIR when temporarily attached to 3AASO Singapore. Posted to active service 4 Sep 1964 and employed at Labuan. Returned to Singapore 2 Nov 1964 and posted to HQ NZ Army Force. RTNZ 6 Dec 1964 and posted to 3 Tpt Coy as Transport Section Commander. Later Staff Sergeant posted to HQ Canterbury Army Area Nov 1974. Discharged from HQ Canterbury Army Area Oct 1978. Also awarded the NZOSM. Entitled to NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch 1 Jan 2015, aged 80 years. |
| ELLIS, Ronald Bruce | 14907 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Palmerston North 6 Aug 1937. Grocers’ assistant at Waitara before he entered the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 24 Sep 1954. Drafted to Black Prince as Boy 1st Class on 24 Sep 1954 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 6 Feb 1955. Served in Lachlan 21 Sep 1955–3 Feb 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 6 Mar 1956. Drafted to Royalist on 5 Apr 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. He then served in Irirangi, then Philomel and was sent to the UK as part of Otago’s crew to bring her to NZ. At Maori 4 Jun 1960. Drafted to Otago on 22 Jun 1960. Her first port of call was her home port of Dunedin before proceeding to Auckland. He stayed with that ship until 21 Mar 1961. Drafted to Pukaki 22 Mar–27 Sep 1962. Noted as a keen footballer and useful member of Pukaki Team. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) but relinquished the rate on 5 Aug 1963. Finally served in Irirangi 21 Mar 1963 until discharged. DEE 5 Aug 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| ELLIS, Ronald Leslie | 203799 | Driver | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 21/02/2052 | Born Te Kuiti on 30 May 1928. Truck driver at Putaruru. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to RNZASC Tpt Section, NZ Base HQ while in Waiouru 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled to Korea via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O Base HQ attached FAP NZ Tpt Pl then posted to NZ Tpt Pl on 12 Apr 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951 to be Lance Corporal Temporary Corporal while Section Commander 11 Oct 1951. To be Sergeant 27 Dec 1951. Attached FAP NZRTU 28 Dec 1951. TSFD to NZ Roll 28 Jan 1952 to be relief Force Instr. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ by air via Manila, Darwin, Sydney for instructional duties with RNZASC Kayforce Reinforcements. Deplaned in Auckland 21 Feb 1952. Served overseas one year 74 days. Taken on Strength at Papakura Camp 29 Feb 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 9 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.820 was sent to his given address in Albany, Auckland, on 20 Feb 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Australia 8 May 2020 aged 91 years. (Notice in Daily Post, Rotorua.) |
| ELLIS, Stephen Joseph | 204003 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/12/2052 | Born Hull, UK, 8 Jan 1930. Employed as a labourer in Otahuhu, Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Trained in Signals School, Trentham then returned to Papakura. To be Temporary Corporal while appointed Canteen Assistant 1 Aug 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951 and M/I to NZRTU as Signalman. Attached FAP to BCOF Sigs Regt (later 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt) 13 Dec 1951–9 Jan 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Lines of Coms Indep Sigs Sqn and entered Korea on 12 Jan 1952. Embarked Sasebo for two-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. CTBA to Sigs Sqn, now known as Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn and TSFD to X(iii) List 29 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ (furlough) 13 Dec 1952 and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec. Emplaned Auckland for Korea 12 Mar 1953 and re-entered Japan 14 Mar 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ, attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn and re-entered Korea 17 Mar 1953. CTBA Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 12 Apr 1954. Discharge in UK approved. Embarked HMT Dunera at Kure 26 Apr 1954 ETA UK on 4 Jun 1954. Discharged in the UK, 26 Aug 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| ELLIS, Walter Edward | 208889 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Hokitika 26 Sep 1926. Served in BCOF Japan (662215, Private, 3 NZ Bn. Bushman from Hokitika. Next-of-kin, Mrs E.A. Ellis, Hokitika (mother)). Embarked 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ disembarking Auckland on 16 Aug 1948. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. After training he emplaned Wellington 6 Mar 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. He continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni on 9 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 May 1953, entered Korea and M/I to his unit the next day. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 20 Jun 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to Brit Com Convalescant Trg Dept. Discharged from Brit Com Conv Trg Dept to NZ Base HQ on 28 Sep 1953 but remained on X(ii) List. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 28 Nov 1953. Did not comply with unit ROs and lost money as a result. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to deplane Harewood, Christchurch on 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 205 days. Discharged Kayforce 10 Jan 1955. Medals sold on TradeMe Aug 2006. NZOSM and KWSM issued on 16 Aug 2007 and NZDSM issued on 17 Jan 2013. |
| ELLWOOD, John Claude | 12104 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Dunedin on 3 Oct 1929. Enlisted as a Probationary Electrician's Mate on 3 Jun 1948. Served in Bellona. Drafted to Hawea 19 Jan 1951–6 Oct 1951, then drafted to Rotoiti 17 Oct 1951–23 Nov 1951. As Rotoiti was already in Japan he sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 in Hawea and RTNZ in Rotoiti after nine months service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also served for one year in Lachlan the RNZN hydrographical survey vessel. Also served in Black Prince. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. DEE 2 Jun 1954. Died Howick, Auckland, 31 May 2017 aged 87 years. |
| ELMES, Garth James | 207790 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Dunedin 19 Jun 1929. Previous service in RNZAF as Aircraftman 1st Class for 18 months, Two years in RNZAC. Plumber by trade later a carpenter. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. To be Temporary Bombardier in Waiouru 2 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 10 Feb 1951 from 16 Fd Regt. TOD to NZ as member of Reinf Trg Team. RTNZ disembarking from Wanganella 26 Feb 1951. M/I to School of Arty for Instr duties. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 14 Mar 1951. Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 for Korea and was reposted to 16 Fd Regt. Deplaned Iwakuni circa 21 Jul 1951. Reverts to Gunner Temporary Bombardier 29 Jul 1951 and embarked Kure for Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU and entered Korea 8 Aug 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 1 Oct 1951 and TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and discharged to unit 6 Oct 1951. Promoted Bombardier Temporary Sergeant while appointed Signalman Sergeant. To be Sergeant 6 Apr 1952. Posted to NZRTU 25 May 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Jul 1952. Emplaned 20 Aug 1952 at Iwakuni for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 Oct 1952. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 24 Jun 1954 17th Reinforcements and embarked Harewood again for Korea on 28 Jul 1954. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Aug 1954 and re-entered Korea 6 Aug. Served in 16 Fd Regt od NZ Base HQ until Emplaning Iwakuni 29 May 1955. Deplaned Harewood 2 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas Two years 93 days. Discharged 31 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in 3 Fd Regt (TF). Later awarded NZOSM, KWSM and Republic of Korea Presidential Citation. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| ELTON, Guy Bruce | 30593 | Major | NZ Tpt Platoon/ Comd Kayforce | RNZASC | 21/01/2057 | 02/11/2057 | Born Walsall, UK, 12 Sep 1918. Served in the ranks Royal Warwickshire Regt Oct 1939–May 1941 reached Sergeant rank. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant in Reconnaissance Corps May 1941, Lieutenant Oct 1942. Regular Force Officer. RASC, also served in Nigeria. Released on medical grounds Dec 1950. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star and War Medal. Warehouseman in Auckland before joining Kayforce New Zealand Army 1952–65. Promoted Temporary Captain 13 Sep 1954. Chief Instructor, RNZASC, Instructional Staff, Northern Military District, Papakura Camp 28 Oct 1952. Seconded to Kayforce in rank of Major and appointed Commander Kayforce 30 Jan–6 Aug 1957. Emplaned Auckland 21 Jan 1957 on Teal flight and entered Korea 24 Jan 1957. M/I to NZ Tpt Pl on deplanement. SOS Kayforce and re-posted to Regular Force on 29 Nov 1957. Chief Instr RNZASC School for 2.5 years. Later issued NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and possibly NZDSM. |
| ELTON, Stuart Ritchie Ion | 206306 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Born 13 Aug 1927. Came from Napier. Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67 p.2) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas flight to Sydney and then by Teal to deplane in New Zealand on 6 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jul 1952 and returned to Napier. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.823 sent 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Napier. |
| ELVY, William James | 211273 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/10/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wellington 3 Jan 1928. Carpenter and joiner by trade and was employed by Port Employers, Wellington. Attested in Kayforce 1 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct and M/I to unit 1 Nov 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 Pusan on the ship New Australia, for RTNZ via Brisbane, flew by Teal from Brisbane to Auckland deplaning 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 35 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal only. Later issued NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Tauranga 24 Jul 2015 aged 86 years. |
| EMERY, Hone Komanga (Munga) (EMERE) | 13467 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Otorohanga, South Waikato, 2 Apr 1933. Employed as a miner before he enlisted in the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman on 28 Sep 1950. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and like many other his first sea service was in Bellona. Served in Philomel 31 May 1952 and advanced to Able Seaman 28 Jan 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952–2 Nov 1953. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 28 Aug 1953 and served in Philomel 3 Nov 1953–13 Nov 1955. Also served in Lachlan and Hawea again. Served in Black Prince 15 Feb 1957–16 Jan 1958 also served in Kaniere on two later occasions. DEE 1 Apr 1959. Some documents have surname spelt EMERE and others EMRY. Played rugby for RNZN. Became NZ Rep League player after leaving the RNZN. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. From list supplied by Ronald McMillan. |
| EMERY, William Percival | 204068 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Te Kuiti 22 May 1930. NZ Railways Cadet at Te Kuiti. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni on 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 and disembarked Korea 4 Sep 1951. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 4 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 22 Dec 1952 and appointed NCO Spare Drivers. Promoted Lance Corporal 4 Mar 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ 9 Mar 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 259 days. SOS Kayforce 11 Jun 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EMMERSON, Kevin | 816965 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Greymouth 10 Jun 1931. Labourer for Dominion Industries, Christchurch. Had 10.5 weeks as Private in RNZAMC. Attested 6 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 17 Mar 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 22 Jun 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2–20 Aug 1954 snd was posted to his unit on discharge from Hosp. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 19 Aug 1953 as Typist and Filing Clerk. Promoted Temporary Corporal (Clerk) 16 Mar 1954 and to Corporal on 29 Jun 1954. Granted a further 12-months extension of service dating from 14 Sep 1954. TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Sep 1954 for RTNZ on furlough. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Harewood 28 Sep 1954. After furlough was at Burnham Camp. Re-emplaned Auckland 4 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for flight to Korea. Posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Granted further three-month extension dating from 14 Oct 1955. Discharge in UK approved 14 Oct 1955. Went on TOD to HMNZS Pukaki 27 Dec 1955–10 Jan 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 31 Jan 1956. Embarked SS City of Poona at Kobe, Japan 10 Feb 1956. ETA Britain 12 Apr 1956. Discharged in the UK, 1 May 1956. Served overseas two years 245 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM and is entitled to NZDSM. Died Christchurch 17 Jan 2010 in his 78th year. |
| ENGLISH, Frederick Charles | 15656 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Tottenham, Middlesex, UK, on 16 May 1929. Employed as a Bakelite moulder before he entered the RN as an Acting Cook on 23 Apr 1947 with the Service No C/SMX 834068. After his initial training in Excalibur and Pembroke he was drafted to Woodbridge Haven (depot ship) 22 Nov 1947–6 Jan 1948 then HMS Crossbow but this was only for two weeks. Most of his service was shore stations but his time in Swiftsure (cruiser) 23 Nov 1949–19 Apr 1951 was the longest on-board ship in the RN. Discharged to Shore 14 May 1954. Entered the RNZN at Maori 7 Aug 1956 as Cook (Seamen). He served in Philomel until drafting to Royalist on 25 Mar 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the second Commissioning voyage and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. on RTNZ he served in Philomel then back to Royalist then very briefly in Irirangi and back to Philomel. DEE 6 Aug 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| ENOKA, Jerry | 208266 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Te Teko, Whakatane on 26 May 1928. Seasonal worker for an Orchardist in Tasman, Nelson area. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine. (Details of Wahine voyage on in the Introduction.) After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin awaiting flights onto Japan. On arrival in Japan, he next embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 19 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Had several problems adhering to R & SOs and lost 60 days-pay. M/O his unit to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 258 days. SOS Kayforce 12 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Living Te Teko 2008. |
| ENTWISTLE, W H | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 01/11/2054 | 20/12/2054 | Entertainer NZ Concert Party. One of four performers who departed from Auckland on 1 Nov 1954 to perform to NZ and other troops in Korea and returned 20 Dec 1954. There were four Concert party personnel on this flight L.E. Bognuda, W.H. Entwistle, B M Miller and was led by Henry Joseph Rudolph (q.v.) a well-known Wellington musician and early broadcaster. Little info avail for this man. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 for Korea and RTNZ deplaning Wellington 20 Dec 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. |
| ERIWATA, Clinton | 462584 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/09/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born New Plymouth 20 Jul 1935. Employed as a civil servant. Entered the RNZN 17 Sep 1953 as an Ordinary Signalman. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 1 Jan–8 Nov 1954. On RTNZ was in Philomel 9 Nov 1954–27 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb and sailed from Auckland about 28 Apr 1955 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. RTNZ Jul 1955 and was drafted to Irirangi 14 Aug–10 Oct 1956. Served in Philomel 11 Oct 1956 until discharged UNSUITABLE 30 I Jan 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NSGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| ERIWATA, John | 206365 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/05/2052 | Born New Plymouth 8 Apr 1928. Employed as a watersider at New Plymouth. Enlisted in KMB on 11 Sep 1950, embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 162 Bty. Accidently injured and admitted to CDS Tokyo (Petrol burns to left hand). Discharged to Brit Com Leave Centre. TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Apr 1952. Remained a Gunner for all his service. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 26 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 30 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 173 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.826 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Fitzroy, New Plymouth. Discharged 21 Jul 1952 and returned to New Plymouth. Died Auckland 5 Feb 1984 aged 56 years. His remains were taken back to Taranaki and are interred in the Waitara Cemetery RSA Section. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ERIWATA, William Tangiwharau | 14235 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born New Plymouth 16 Jun 1934. Enlisted in the RNZN 22 May 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Served in Black Prince 10 Jun 1953–20 Apr 1954 then in Bellona 21 Apr 1954–2 May 1955. Completed Underwater Weapons 2nd Class Specialist course. Drafted to Kaniere 13 Jan 1956–16 Jan 1958 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 on the last deployment. Served in Korean waters and also in Malayan waters during the Emergency. RTNZ and sailed into Auckland 8 May 1957. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K). DEE 8 Dec 1960. Living at Birkenhead, Auckland, 2004. Died 2 Dec 2007 aged 73 years. |
| ERSKINE, Allan John | 11711 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Denniston, West Coast South Island, 1 Oct 1927. From a list supplied by Ronald McMillan. Civilian trade–drilling assistant in a coal mine. Joined the RNZAF (Service No 461333) on 3 Oct 1946, as a Leading Aircraftman dental clerk and was victualled and accommodated by RNZN at Philomel or Tamaki but was paid by the RNZAF. On 27 Mar 1947 was posted to Shelly Bay Wellington. He was discharged from the RNZAF on 5 Nov 1947. He enlisted in the RNZN on 15 Jan 1948 as a Stoker and given the Service No 11711. First sea service in Bellona from 14 Jun 1948 to 22 Aug 1951 during which time he advanced to Stoker Mechanic and then to Leading Stoker Mechanic. On 31 Aug 1951 he was drafted to Kaniere for three months but came ashore and was in Philomel until 7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Hawea served in Korean waters, in the Han River and was engaged by enemy shore bound artillery batteries on at least two occasions. He was promoted Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 28 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. DEE 14 Jan 1954. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Paraparaumu 7 Jun 2017 in his 90th year. |
| ERU, Joseph Hurikino | 13548 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Whangaruru South, 11 Oct 1933. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as an Assistant Cook. Like many others who were enlisted on that type of date he was sent on Leave Without Pay (LWOP) and was to return to Tamaki on 25 Jan 1951. His training was conducted in Tamaki until drafted to Philomel 2 Apr 1951. Advanced to Assistant Cook (Seamen) 22 Nov 1951 and to Cook (Seamen) 25 Jan 1952. Drafted to Bellona 5 May 1952–16 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland about 19 Jul 1954 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955 but remained in Kaniere until drafted to Philomel 1 Nov 1955. He also served in Tamaki and Pukaki before returning to Philomel on 8 Oct 1957. He then went on LWOP 15–28 Nov 1957 and directly after returning was Discharged by Purchase 29 Nov 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K). |
| ERU, Raymond Te Hopu | 206995 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 31/07/2054 | Born Otane, Hawkes Bay on 11 Jun 1926. Driver mechanic employed at Waipawa, Hawkes Bay. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. After training, mainly in Waiouru and Burnham Camps emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl and entered Korea on 9 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1953 and to Temporary Corporal 13 Jul 1953, Admitted CDS Tokyo 8 Aug 1953. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ on 2 Sep 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 10 Sep 1953. Accidentally injured and admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb 19 Oct 1953. Discharged from 25 Canadian FDS to unit on 21 Oct 1953. Promoted Corporal 1 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 25 Mar 1954. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 11–16 Apr 1954 and returned to unit. Promoted Sergeant 10 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954 and then to NZ Base HQ on 5 Jul 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 9 Jul 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Jul for furlough. Emplaned 31 Jul for RTNZ and furlough. Deplaned Harewood 17 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 202 days. Release approved and was attached FAP to Base Camp Fort Dorset 21 Sep 1954. Discharged 2 Nov 1954. He did not return to Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Napier on 2 Apr 1983 aged 57 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ERUNUI, Pererika Te Peneha (Frederick Spencer) | 204536 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 23/12/2052 | 03/08/2054 | Born Maketu, Bay of Plenty 9 Nov 1930. Labourer for Harrison and Grierson, Surveyors, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements at Rotorua 29 Jul 1952. Posted to RNZEME and sent to Army schools Waiouru for training. M/O from Papakura Camp to Narrow Neck (Devonport) on detachment 14–19 Dec 1952. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 3 Jan 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 Jul 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Jul. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 224. SOS Kayforce 1 Nov 1954 and posted to 1 Bn Hauraki Regt (TF unit). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attested for Regular Service in FARELF 1 Aug 1957 but was discharged at his own request–on payment 23 Oct 1957. Later issued NZOSM and is entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| ERVING, Gilbert William | 14395 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Liverpool, Lancashire, UK, 29 Sep 1924. He was employed as a messenger before he entered the RN on 13 Jan 1943 as an Ordinary Seaman with the Service Number D/JX419080. His first posting after training was to HMS Helmsdale (although his posting card states Helensdale) based in Londonderry 30 Sep 1943–26 Jul 1945. Advanced to Able Seaman 13 Jan 1944. Helmsdale and Portchester Castle sank U–743 on 9 Sep 1944 north west of Ireland while escorting a convoy. He later served in HMS Golden Hind (shore base Sydney, Australia) 26 Oct–2 Apr 1946 and then returned to Britain. Released from RN on 27 Jul 1946. Re-joined the RN 7 Feb 1947 and served in HMS Walrus (aircraft transporter), Howe (battleship) and Vanguard (battleship). Released a second time from the RN on 24 Aug 1952. Known to have been awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London 17 Mar 1953 in the rate of Able Seaman. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel then Tui until 14 Apr 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 6 Jul 1954 and sailed from Auckland about 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean and Malaysian waters. RTNZ on 23 Jun 1955 and served in Bellona 24 Sep 1955–16 Apr 1956 to return the ship to the RN. Bellona was replaced by Royalist and he was a crewman who sailed the ship to NZ for the RNZN. This voyage was to have been through the Mediterranean, but the Suez affair meant that she had to come via South Africa. Back in NZ he served in Black Prince 2 Apr 1957–13 Feb 1959. DEE 16 Mar 1959. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM. |
| ESKER, Neill | 208398 | Temporary Lance Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 24/11/2053 | Born Timaru 5 Feb 1923. Farm Hand at Bluecliffs Timaru. Served in the Home Service NZ Army (Service No 620768) on three occasions between May 1942 and Jul 1947 and spent time in 19 Fd Regt NZA. Was provisionally accepted for Navy of Air but was not called. Attested 27 Sep 1951 at Ashburton in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Dec 1951 Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea trip to Korea. Reverted to Gunner on 18 Mar 1952. Disembarked Korea 12 Apr 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Apr 1952. Admitted CDS Tokyo 20–24 Dec 1952 and was discharged direct to unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier Driver-Operator 8 Feb 1953 and to Lance Bombardier on 8 May 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 22 Sep 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 25 Sep. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 24 Nov 1953. Served overseas one year 299 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Waimate, 4 Jun 1994. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EVA, William Lewis | 13622 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born New Plymouth 18 Oct 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN 17 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki he like many others had his first sea service in Bellona. Advanced to Able Seaman 17 Nov 1952. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953–23 Feb 1955. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Awarded UN Medal for Korea. Later served a second time in Pukaki but not in Korean waters. Also served in Lachlan and Black Prince. Later awarded NZOSM and is Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. DEE 17 Oct 1959. Died Katikati, 20 Oct 2006 aged 73 years. |
| EVANS, Charles Rodney | 551178 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 23/12/2052 | 17/07/2054 | Born Gisborne on 29 Jul 1932. Employed as a Surveyors Assistant and had heavy machinery licenses. Serving in CD Constr Sqn RNZE. Attested 8 Aug 1951 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere to Sydney and onto Japan travelling by Qantas aircraft. Entered Japan 27 Dec 1952 then Korea 13 Jan 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 28 Fd Engr Regt RE. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) 19 Apr 1953. CTBA 28 Fd Engr Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and reposting to RF. Deplaned Harewood 21 Jul 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 22 Oct 1954 and reposted to RF. Admitted Cook Hosp Gisborne twice Sep 1954–suspected Malaria. CD Constr Sqn, RNZE 23 Oct 1954. Discharged 13 Aug 1956 and TSFD to the TF. Died Hastings 7 Sep 1986 aged 54 years. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM |
| EVANS, David Owen | 15491 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Palmerston North 12 Oct 1937. Entered the RNZN 13 Oct 1955. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki, served in Philomel where he advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class, then Black Prince 12 Jul 1956–3 Apr 1957. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 30 Mar 1956. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the 2nd Commission voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Electrical Division. On RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 he stayed in Royalist until drafted back to Black Prince on 10 Sep 1958–Jan 1960. He also served again in Royalist, Philomel and Tamaki and was drafted to Pukaki 18 Jan 1964 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician 1 Dec 1964. On 27 Mar 1965 he was sent to Singapore and served in Hickleton in Borneo. Qualifying service for Borneo clasp 21 Jan–5 Feb and 21 Mar–4 Apr 1966. Later served in Royalist again Philomel and Blackpool 18 May 1966. Advanced to Petty Officer Electrician 14 Apr 1967. DEE 28 Aug 1967. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’, NZDSM and PJM. |
| EVANS, Edward Henderson | 208487 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 24/11/2053 | Born Noshera, India 11 Jan 1927. Previous service in the Lifeguards 7 Sep 1944 to 1 Mar 1945, Para Regt 1 Mar 1945 to 7 Aug 1949 British Army. His father was KAI during WWII. Civil trade carpenter in Christchurch. Attested 10 Jan 1954 as a Kayforce Replacement Draftee. Posted to RNZA. Emplaned Ararangi 2nd flight Wellington on 19 Apr 1952 to Sydney Australia. Travelled the rest of the journey to Iwakuni, by Qantas deplaning 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea and posted to 16 Fd Regt 27 Apr 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 20 Oct 1953. Had a few lapses adhering to Military orders. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 24 Nov. Served overseas one year 220 days. Discharged 25 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Applied to enter the NZ Regular Force in Jun 1954. Result not known. |
| EVANS, Frederick Hughes | 206154 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/08/2053 | Born 4 May 1928. Came from Taita, Lower Hutt. Previous service in both Army and RNZAF. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll No.16 and sailed from NZ between 1 Jan and 30 Jun 1946 for service in Japan. He is listed as a single man and was employed as a fireman before he enlisted in Jayforce. Served as a Private in the infantry with Service No 649539. He probably served in one of the Jayforce Reinforcements. He attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, embarked on SS Ormonde on 10 Dec 1950 at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. RTNZ on furlough on 7 May 1952 and after leave emplaned for return to Korea on 30 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 5 Aug 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.831 was sent to his given address in Taita, Lower Hutt on 20 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Oct 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EVANS, Harold Irwin | 208855 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 06/05/2053 | 24/09/2053 | Born Invercargill 3 May 1928. Had previous service in the RNZAF with Service No 461026 from 31 May to 27 Sep 1946 a total of 120 days. Lorry driver for A.W. Miller, Carrier Riverdale. Attested 27 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in training at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney as a Signalman. Continued to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 17 May 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Served in G Troop. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 12 Aug 1953 and TSFD to X(ii) List. TDFD to NZ Roll 15 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Sep for RTNZ for medical reasons and deplaned Wellington 24 Sep 1953. Served overseas 142 days. Discharged on 10 Dec 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.832 was sent to an address in Riversdale, Southland. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Ranfurly, Central Otago 21 Jan 1995 aged 66 years. Buried in Ranfurly Cemetery. |
| EVANS, James Arnold | 14662 | Surgeon Lieutenant (Dental) | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 28/12/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hamilton on 11 Jun 1927. Entered the RNZN as an Acting Surgeon Lieutenant (Dental), B.D.S. on 5 Jan 1953 on a Short Service Commission with seniority dating from 5 Jan 1953. Served in Philomel and Tamaki until he was appointed to Kaniere on 28 Dec 1953. Kaniere was already in Korean waters and he may have been flown up to Japan or took passage in Pukaki to join Kaniere. Kaniere RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 and he returned to work in Tamaki on 5 Mar 1954. Advanced to Surgeon Lieutenant (Dental) on 5 Jan 1954. Appointed to Bellona on 16 Sep 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 15 Oct 1955 to return the ship to the RN. Arrived in Portsmouth 12 Dec 1955. Appointed to Royalist on 17 Apr 1956 and after working up sailed from Britain to NZ via the Mediterranean. However, the problem at Suez meant that she had to travel via South Africa. Royalist arrived at Devonport on 20 Dec 1956. Short Service Commission expired on 17 Feb 1957 and he was placed on the Retired List. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to or awarded the NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM. |
| EVANS, James Frederick | 920446 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Dunedin 14 Apr 1932. Employed a as a clerk for Commercial Cleaners, Dunedin. Was a CMT Trainee and served in 31 Fd Bty for three years and became a Bombardier. Attested in Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZASC 30 Aug 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight to Sydney. Continued via Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Deplaned Iwakuni 17 Nov 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954, entered Korea 12 Nov 1954 and M/I to his unit on 13 Nov 1954. Admitted Brit Com Field Hosp (Korea) BCFH (K) ON 21 Mar 1955 and discharged direct to unit on 4 Apr 1955. Had several conflicts with Army rules, 60 days detention 5 Mar 1956 less 25 days for good conduct. Released from Brit Com MCE to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Apr 1956. Emplaned 5 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for the RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 May 1956. Served overseas one year 151 days. Discharged 26 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.834 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Dunedin. Died Alexandria 30 Nov 1974 aged 42 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| EVANS, John Frederick | 211088 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/06/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born in Masterton 7 Dec 1922. Previous service in both Army and RNZAF a total of four years 11 days. Served in 4th Light A.F.V. Regt (Wellington Mounted Rifles) the TSFD to the RNZAF. Served overseas with the RNZAF 29 Oct 1943–8 Nov 1944 in the New Hebrides and the Solomon Islands. RTNZ and TSFD to the Army for 2 NZEF Reinforcements and served in 1 PW Camp, Featherston. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Labourer for Bradley Electric Co, Masterton. Attested in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. on 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 17 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. His Korea File holds almost no detail of his service in Korea. M/O from his unit to Pusan on 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation. Embarked on the ship New Australia, departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954. Completed his journey by air from Brisbane to deplane Auckland on 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 161 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| EVANS, Richard Eaton (Scouse) | 203707 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/09/2052 | Born Everton, Liverpool, UK, on 14 Feb 1921. Previous service in the British Army, with the King's Own Scottish Borderers in Burma during WWII. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Burma Star, Defence Medal and War Medal 1939–45. Forman electro-plater in Auckland. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 27 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Sergeant 7 Jan 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt initially Gun Sergeant in C Troop 162 Bty, then 163 Bty as Battery Quartermaster Sergeant. Next appointed Troop Sergeant Major (Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class) Easy Troop, then Battery Sergeant Major, Warrant Officer 2nd Class 18 Jul 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 and deplaned Auckland 13 Sep 1952 for Instructor duties. Served in Korea one year 279 days. Posted to SMD. On Escort Duties to Ardmore Detention Barracks 8–12 Oct 1952. On TOD to Clarence River 31 Jan–3 Feb 1953. Further TOD to Ardmore Detention Barracks 12–17 Feb 1953 as escort. Discharged 17 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Returned to the UK and was employed in a car factory. Died at Sefton Gen Hosp, Liverpool (founded 1859) on 6 Dec 1975 aged 54 years. |
| EVANS, Robert Alfred | 34732 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ | RNZDC | 02/06/2054 | 20/11/2054 | Born Auckland 19 Jun 1932. Regular Force soldier who enlisted 21 Jan 1952 had served one and 1/2 years before posting to Korea. He was an apprentice Dental Technician at the Dental Section Papakura Camp. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1952 then Temporary Corporal 22 Jun 1953. Re-classified as Dental Mechanic Nov 1953. Emplaned on Teal flight on 2 Jun 1954 to Sydney and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 11 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 12 Jun 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 15 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Sep 1954. CTBA 16 Fd Regt and returned to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Sergeant 22 Oct 1952. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and embarked on HMT New Australia 10 Nov for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas 172 days. SOS Kayforce 7 Dec 1954 and reposted to former RF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served in Malaya 15 Jun 1955–20 Oct 1955. May have been awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| EVANS, Robert J (Oscar) | 206155 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Previous service in BCOF, Japan (815419, Private, NZ Infantry. Tailor from Wellington. Next-of-kin, Mrs R.A. Evans (mother), Wellington.) Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned 16 Sep 1952 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ completing the journey on Teal flight deplaning at Wellington 19 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 222 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.835 was sent on 29 Feb 1957 to his given address in Wellington. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Mary Potter Hospice, Wellington, 26 Dec 2009. |
| EVANS, Thomas Keith | 16086 | Commander (Supply & Secretariat) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Bidstone, Cheshire, UK, on 6 Sep 1919. Lent to RNZN and left England in SS Ruahine on 15 Feb 1957 to come to NZ. Served in Philomel 15 Feb–21 Mar 1957. Appointed to Royalist as the Supply & Secretariat Commander on 22 Mar 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the 2nd Commission voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Commander Evans returned to the UK and was in HMNZS Maori 19 Jul–22 Sep 1958. Reverted to the RN to date 23 Sep 1958 at the completion of his loan service. Served in RNZN one year six months. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| EVANS, William George | 14341 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Heswell, Cheshire, UK, 15 Aug 1925. Employed as a saw-mill labourer before he entered the RN as an Ordinary Telegraphist on 5 Mar 1943 with Service Number D/JX429080. Underwent training at Collingwood followed by Scotia and Drake 1. Drafted to Duke of York (battleship) 11 Sep 1943. In Dec the Duke of York was part of a task force which encountered the German battleship Scharnhorst off the North Cape of Norway. Scharnhorst hit Duke of York twice with little effect but was herself hit by several of Duke of York's 14-inch shells, silencing one of her turrets and hitting a boiler room. Torpedoes did more damage to Scharnhorst allowing the Duke of York to open fire again and sink the enemy ship. Advanced to Telegraphist 3 Dec 1943. Served in Drake 1 on 11 Apr 1944 then drafted to Odyssey on 7 May 1944 which was an administration centre for Special Operations. Drafted to Lothian (converted to Landing Ship HQ vessel) 1 Oct 1944–12 Jun 1946. This was notable for the mutiny (the first in the RN since the 19th Century) which occurred after reaching Balboa, Panama. This was the result of atrocious conditions on board caused by heat, lack of ventilation, lack of fresh water and 300 more men than the ship’s normal complement. The ship was not used for the task and eventually went to Sydney. Telegraphist Evans returned to Britain and was discharged 20 Aug 1946. Entered the RNZN at Maori 23 Oct 1952 and eventually arrived in Philomel 27 Nov 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for Korean waters. RTNZ about 23 Jul 1955 but he remained in this ship until posting to Irirangi 8 Nov 1955–6 Jun 1957. Later served again in Philomel and Kaniere and returned to Britain where he was DEE from Maori 22 Oct 1958. His WWII medals are not shown but without doubt would include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star and War Medal. Possibly qualified for the Pacific Star. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| EVANS, Winston James | 645773 | Leading Dental Mechanic | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Palmerston North 2 Oct 1934. Entered RNZN on 9 Apr 1953 as a Probationary Sick Berth Attendant (P/SBA). Underwent training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Advanced to Sick Berth Attendant 9 Nov 1953 while in Philomel. Changed trade to Dental Assistant (DA) on 4 Jul 1955 while serving in Tamaki. Advanced to Leading Dental Assistant on 1 Sep 1955. He served in Philomel 21 Nov 1955–7 May 1956 then returned to Tamaki. Advanced to Leading Dental Mechanic 19 Jul 1956. Drafted 7 Feb 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained with Royalist until 28 Oct 1958. From 29 Oct 1958 to 4 Apr 1961 he served in either Tamaki or Philomel rotating at short intervals between the two. Advanced to PODM 1 Nov 1959 while in Tamaki. Went on TOD to Irirangi 26 Apr–1 Jun 1960 and returned to Philomel. Drafted to Royalist 5 Jan 1961 to 11 Apr 1962. The remainder of naval service was mainly in either Philomel or Tamaki except for short TODs to Royalist Lachlan and Wakefield. Discharged from the RNZN 21 Jul 1969 and was TSFD to the NZ Army Dental Corps. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| EVELEIGH, Alfred Edward James | 206471 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Foxton 3 Jan 1930. A Motor mechanic for Commercial Motors, Queen St., Palmerston North. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Jun 1951 on the Wahine at Wellington and sailed for Korea. (Further details on this voyage in the Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked Pusan 2 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. He worked almost all his time in the Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon while in Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 23 Sep 1952 to Temporary Corporal 25 Oct 1952 and to Temporary Sergeant 1 Feb 1953. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 14 Jun 1953. Emplaned 4 Jul 1953 Iwakuni for NZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 343 days. SOS Kayforce 8 Sep 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later entitled to NZDSM. Died Hibiscus Coast, Auckland, 23 Apr 2009 aged 78 years. |
| EVELEIGH, Ronald Albert | 206352 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 03/04/2051 | Born 7 Apr 1932. Came from Papatoetoe. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. RTNZ 3 Apr 1951. The RTNZ Roll No.7 states “under-age”. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Apr 1951. Enlisted in Regular Force. Served in South Vietnam 6 Jul 1965– 9 Apr 1966. Awarded Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Qualifying date 6 Jan 1966. At 1 Inf Bde Gp in Jun 1966. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class, RNZAOC. At 2 Central Ordnance Depot, Linton Camp, 26 Aug 1975. Discharged 24 Mar 1980 from Army Training Group, Waiouru. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EVERETT, William Raymond (Ray) | 207902 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/02/2052 | Born Invercargill 19 Mar 1925. Served in the RNZAF with Service No 443262 from 16 Jun 1944–16 Dec 1945. Served overseas 23 May to 5 Nov 1945. Awarded the Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed As a linesman for Post & Telegraph Department Invercargill. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru 1 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was with his unit right from the start. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 9 Aug 1951. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 18 Aug 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 25 Oct to 5 Nov 1951. Re-admitted 13 Nov–8 Dec 1951 and remains on X(ii) List. Re-admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 14 Jan 1951, returned to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 22 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Jan 1952 for RTNZ via A.M.F Wing Repat Gen Hosp, Concord, Sydney Australia. Deplaned Auckland 8 Feb 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 61 days. Returned to Southland where treatment continued at Southland Hospital. Discharged 16 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in 33 Bty, 3 Fd Regt RNZA, 21 Sep 1953–1 Jun 1955. Temporary Bombardier 9 Oct 1953. Discharged at own request. His Kayforce medals were engraved at A&G Workshop, but location not named. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Geraldine, 11 Sep 2002 aged 77 years. |
| EVERITT, Leslie | 204243 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZDC | 19/04/2052 | 14/05/2054 | Born Wellington 14 Sep 1923. Les Everitt served for 2½ years in the RNZAF including time in the Pacific theatre. He next served in Jayforce for approx two years as a Sapper (Service No 631448) and was sent to serve in Tokyo Bn and also spent time with RAAF base at Bofu. On RTNZ continued to serve in the Territorial Force, RNZE. He was a male nurse with the Auckland Hospital Board before he was attested as a Kayforce Replacement at Papakura Camp on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 as a Private in RNZ Dental Corps on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey on a Qantas or BCPA flight to Iwakuni, Japan. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement on 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 25 Apr 1952. Posted from NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 26 Apr 1952. M/I and attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt on 12 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 1 Jun 1952 and appointed Dental Assistant at NZ Base HQ. on 19 Apr 1952 M/O to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA on 31 Jul 1952. This series of TODs became a familiar routine for Leslie Everitt. Promoted Lance Corporal and to Temporary Corporal on 1 Sep 1952 and attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt 21 Nov 1952. His job as a dental technician meant he was often on the move attending dental problems in 16 Fd Regt RNZA, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy and NZ Base HQ. M/O NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 22 Apr 1953 and two days later was again at 16 Fd Regt RNZA. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Assistant to the Dental Officer on 4 Jun 1953. Reverted to Corporal (while in hospital) and then re-promoted Temporary Sergeant on 15 Jul 1953. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb on 16 Jun 1953. After some time in hospital was TSFD to Brit Com Convalescent Training Depot. Discharged from Brit Com Conv Trg Dep 10 Aug 1953 and posted back to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Sub Sergeant on 1 Sep 1953. His movements between 16 Fd Regt, 10 Tpt Coy and NZ Base continued again through 1953. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 Mar 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll for RTNZ (Medical) 27 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 May 1954 for RTNZ as a medical walking case. Travelled to Sydney by Qantas and continued to deplane at Wellington 14 May 1954 from a Teal flight. Served overseas two years 26 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Oct 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.838 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to an address in Auckland. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died at Papakura on 8 Aug 1990 aged 67 years. |
| EVES, Alfred | 13786 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Hampstead, London, UK, 28 Jan 1919. Employed as a salesperson before he entered the RN at Ganges on 1 Oct 1934 as a Boy 2nd Class. Advanced to Boy Telegraphist 9 Feb 1936. His first ship was Arethusa (light cruiser) launched the year he joined the RN. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 28 Jul 1936 and to Telegraphist 28 Apr 1937. He also served in Lupin (minesweeper), Pelican (sloop) 1 Apr 1939–27 Jun 1940 and was badly damaged in the Norwegian campaign in Apr 1940. His next ship was Verdun, 28 Jun 1940–22 Mar 1942, noted for bringing the body of the British Unknown Soldier from Calais to Dover in 1920. Damaged 1 Nov 1940 by bomb off Yarmouth which hit the bridge area Killing the Captain and 10 men. After repair resumed North Sea convoy protection duties. Was involved in sustained actions against E-Boats Apr to Nov 1941. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 9 Dec 1941 and to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist (Temporary) 6 Jan 1942. Drafted to Bicester (Hunt-class escort destroyer) 11 Apr 1942–28 Jul 1942. Drafted to Uganda (light cruiser) 16 Aug 1942–10 Jan 1944. Was involved in convoy protections duties and then was part of the escort for RMS Queen Mary taking Winston Churchill and staff to Washington. This group travelled at 30 Knots (56km/h). Uganda was part of the bombardment fleet for Operation Husky (the invasion of Sicily) on 10 Jul 1943. Alfred Eves also served in Ranee (escort carrier), Loch More (frigate) in the Indian Ocean and Malayan landings, also served in Duncansby Head (repair ship) and later Bleasdale (destroyer). Released from RN 4 Apr 1949. His medals Include Naval GSM 1915 Palestine (1936–39), 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Entered RNZN at Maori, London 31 Mar 1952 as Telegraphist and advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist on successive days. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel, Irirangi and was sent to HMAS Cerberus 9 Jan–28 May 1953 probably to be updated on new equipment. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Feb 1955–18 Aug 1956. Sailed for Korean waters about 28 Apr 1955 and RTNZ about 9 Jul 1956. Later served in Philomel, Royalist and Irirangi. Discharged to RA 20 Mar 1962. Awarded Naval LS&GS Medal 11 Sep 1958 with Gratuity. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). Later went to live in California, USA. |
| EVES, Eric George | 206157 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Blenheim 21 Aug 1925. Served in the RNZAF and trained as an Air Gunner. Awarded Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Painter for the Wellington Harbour Board. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in RHQ 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Bombardier 8 Jan 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier while appointed MT Bombardier. Promoted Bombardier 10 Mar 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List for furlough. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll 60) via Australia and deplaned Wellington 25 Apr 1952 from RMA Ararangi ex Sydney. To report to CD Trg Depot Linton a conclusion of Furlough. Did Not return to Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 28 Jul 1952 and posted to the Regular Force. Later served in CD Training Depot and was working in in CD MT Workshop Trentham Camp as a veh mechanic. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 5 Oct 1966. Posting to A&G Workshop 9 Oct 1967 and appointed CSM (Warrant Officer 2nd Class) Awarded LS&GC Medal (Military) 27 Mar 1974. Retired from the Army 10 Mar 1974 but died Otahuhu two months later on 10 May 1974. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EVITTS, Leslie George | 15857 | Junior Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 3 Dec 1940. Entered RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 17 May 1956. Underwent training in Tamaki, advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Junior Seaman 17 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 6 May 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 3 Jun 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. Also served in Paea, advanced to Able Seaman. Served in Tamaki, Lachlan, Rotoiti, Royalist again, Pukaki, Irirangi and Lachlan again. DEE 7 Nov 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| EXWORTH, Leo Bernard Howard | 208926 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 04/11/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Isleworth, Middlesex, England 19 Jul 1928. Employed as a mechanical shovel operator for P.W.D. Invercargill. Attested 18 Jun 1953 in Kayforce at Dunedin. Posted to RNZA while in training. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to Japan. deplaning Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Nov 1953 and entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 1– 2 Nov 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 4 Aug 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 6 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov and completed the RTNZ flying from Sydney and deplaning Harewood 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 19 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.839 was sent on 20 Feb 1957 to Riverbank Cottage in Waipahi, Central Otago. Died Christchurch 29 May 2010. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| EYLES, Herbert Frank Marsden | 208620 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Wellington 13 Jan 1924. Motor trimmer, for Motor Assemblies, Christchurch. Attested 20 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Christchurch. Posted to RNZA in Burnham. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Embarked Sasebo for se trip to Korea. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt on 14 Jul 1952. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 16 Aug and returned to 16 Fd 13 Sep 1953. Admitted to CDS Tokyo 11–14 Oct 1953. Moto NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for NZ (furlough) 13 Mar 1954 and deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Attached FAP to Area 5 Wellington then to Waiouru after leave. Re-emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight for Sydney and re-entered Japan 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Apr and re-entered Korea 4 May 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 17–31 Aug 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov and embarked on HMT New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight deplaning Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Total service in Korea two years 110 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 20 Feb 1955. Died Hastings 15 Feb 1978. Buried Hastings Cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FABRICIUS, Yens Emil | 208721 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/08/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Apia, Western Samoa 4 Nov 1930. Miner at State Coal Mine Ohai. Attested 15 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 for passage to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 27 Aug 1952. He had several occasions where he failed to obey military orders and behaviour which cost him money and time. Released from NZ Base Camp Guardhouse and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 22 Jun 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 24 Aug 1954 and posted to a TF Unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 10 Jul 1967 aged 37 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FADDES, Robert George | 924003 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Gore on 15 May 1930. Driver for Rosebank Sawmilling coy., Balclutha. Attested in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements during Nov 1952. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by air via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Embarked Sasebo and travelled by ship to Pusan. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 17 May. Entered Korea 18 May 1953. Served at Div HQ at the Imjin River area. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy3 Jul 1954. Admitted NOR. MASH 9 Aug 1954. Attached FAP to 1 Corps US Army at Uijongbu for three months 13 Aug–8 Nov 1954. M/O from NZ Base HQ on 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 22 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jan 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea, UN Korea Medals and KWSM. Living in Stirling, South Otago in 2005. Died Chateau Village Hospital, Balclutha, 30 Aug 2009 aged 79 years. Buried Balclutha Lawn Cemetery. |
| FAHEY, Douglas Edward | 208598 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 14/06/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Invercargill 24 Jan 1930. Engineer for Waiau Engineering Co, Tuatapere, Southland. Attested 21 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight and travelled to Korea by air via Sydney, Port Moresby and Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 and travelled by ship from Sasebo to Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 25 Jun 1952 and entered Korea 26 Jun. TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA 28 Sep 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 21 Mar 1953 and appointed gun artificer. Lance Bombardier 21 Apr 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ and remained on the NZ Roll 20 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 291 days. SOS Kayforce 4 Jun 1954 and posted to Class 'C' Reserve. Farmed at Glencoe about halfway between Winton and Gore. Died Dunedin Public Hospital 19 May 2009 aged 79 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FAID, John | 106129 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Cromwell, Otago 19 Aug 1929. Enlisted in the RNZN on 22 Sep 1950 as a Probationary Stores Assistant. After training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Taupo on 27 Aug 1951. Taupo sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korean waters. Advanced to Stores Assistant 22 May 1951. Also served in Hawea in Korean waters between 6 Oct 1951 and 15 Jan 1952 before returning to HMNZS Taupo. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but remained in Taupo until 19 Jan 1953. Later served in Black Prince 5 Mar 1954–26 Jan 1955 and Bellona 27 Jan–18 Apr 1955. Advanced to Acting Leading Stores Assistant (Local) 4 Nov 1954 but reverted when in Bellona. Later served in Kiwi, Philomel (Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 1 Jan 1957) Royalist, Black Prince again and Kaniere. Discharged 28 Apr 1961, SNLR. Died Auckland, 9 Jan 1969 aged 39 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FAIRBAIRN, Archibald Stirling Bell | 14364 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Innerwick, East Lothian, Scotland 18 Apr 1926. Was a railway porter before he joined the RN with Service No JX 657605. Little is known of his RN service of any documents thus seen. Enlisted in the RNZN 6 Jan 1953 for a term of six years and was granted the rate of Able Seaman recognising his previous service in the RN. On arrival in NZ was posted to Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 15 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for service in Malaysian and Korean waters. Travelled from Kure to Hong Kong in the troopship Dilwara 2–6 Jan 1955. His Korean War Gratuity, together with two other seamen, was forfeited on account of misconduct. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 but stayed with Kaniere until 19 Jan 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. In Philomel 20 Jan 1956–2 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 to take part in working up exercises with the RAN before heading onto Singapore. Involved in two bombardments of suspected Communist camps in the Kotta Tinggi area of Johore before sailing onto Hong Kong and then Japan and Korea. Was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. On RTNZ was in Philomel 17–23 Oct 1958. Returned to the UK and was DEE at Maori 5 Jan 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| FAIRLEY, Lynell Scott | 689432 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Wellington 4 Apr 1931. Driver for Larsen Builders, Napier. Attested Napier 18 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned on 12 Oct 1954 at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Oct 1954 and entered Korea the next day. Served in ‘C’ Pl. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 9 Sep 1955. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 20 Dec 1955 and appointed Section Commander. Granted 9 daysR&R Leave 29 Oct–6 Nov 1955. Previously granted 12 Month extension of service cancelled 18 Jan 1956. Court Martialled, severely reprimanded 29 Feb 1956, sentence mitigated 22 Mar 1956. Promoted Corporal, M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Apr 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 191 days. SOS Kayforce 15 Jun 1956 and posted to a TF Unit. Died Auckland 30 Jan 1980 aged 49 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FALCONER, James Frank | 458919 | Lance Bombardier | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Foxton 26 May 1931. Sawmill hand from Mangakino. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Feb 1953 on a Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney then flew by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 3 Aug 1954. Discharge action was stopped. Re-embarked for Korea 6 Oct 1954. Discharged 19 Feb 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Came from Waihi prior to re-joining the Army. Gurr’s Battalion. Section Commander, B Coy. RTNZ 12 Nov 1965 on flight NSL 24. Awarded GSM 1962 clasps ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’. Posted to 1 Bn Depot, Burnham Camp pending discharge in May 1966. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| FANNING, Edward Stephen | 211274 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/12/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Gisborne 28 Nov 1928. Labourer employed by Gisborne Borough Council. Enlisted 2 Jul 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. One of 52 in this Reinforcement. Posted to RNZA 29 Jun 1953 while in training. Emplaned Auckland 1 Dec 1953 as a GNR on Teal flying boat to Sydney and then by Qantas via Guam and Manila to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 21 Dec 1953. M/O 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ and discharge. Completed RTNZ deplaning Auckland 23 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 9) from Sydney. Served overseas 358 days. Discharged 7 Jan 1955. Died Gisborne 3 Aug 1967 aged 38 years. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FARGHER, John | 1097 | Commissioned Communications Officer | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Bolton, England 29 May 1915. He was living in Whangarei and was employed as a baker’s assistant prior to his entry into the NZ Division of the Royal Navy in Philomel as a Boy 2nd Class on 15 May 1931. He changed to Signalman Boy on 7 Nov 1931 and was drafted to Diomede (light cruiser dating from just after WWI) on 25 Jun 1932. Over the next three years he served in either Diomede or Dunedin (also a light cruiser). Advanced to Ordinary Signalman on 29 Nov 1932 and to Signalman on 1 Nov 1933. He was sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 23 Jul–19 Oct 1935 then returned to Dunedin. He served in Philomel and was drafted to Dunedin on 3 Nov 1936 and sailed to Britain where he went for more training and to gain further experience. He was in Pembroke for approx two months and was drafted to Warspite (battleship) on 29 Jun 1937–7 Mar 1938. He then served in Imogen (destroyer) based on HMS St Angelo (Malta) and was used to enforce the arms blockade during the Spanish Civil War. Advanced to Acting Leading Signalman on 15 Dec 1938. Drafted to Achilles 9 Mar 1939 and was involved in on 13 Dec 1939 in the Battle of the River Plate where the German pocket battleship Admiral Graf Spee was fought and then scuttled by her crew. Achilles came back to NZ and he was drafted to Philomel II (Naval Office Wellington) on 21 Oct 1940. Advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals on 1 Oct 1951. Drafted to USS Perkins (destroyer) on 13 Feb–17 Apr 1942 for special duty. 1942 was a busy year for John Fargher. He served in Leander, Ascania, Philomel, NOW, Philomel where he advanced to Yeoman of Signals (Temporary) on 1 Oct 1942, HMAS Cerberus, Matai and Philomel. 1943 and 44 were similar years for John Fargher but also included Kahu, Matai and Cook II (the NZ base, Tulagi, in the Solomon Islands). Advanced to Yeoman of Signals on 19 Nov 1944. On 18 Apr 1945 he was drafted to Achilles (now repaired and back with the NZ Fleet) and was involved in some of the last actions in the Pacific War. She was in Tokyo Harbour in late 1945. He was back serving in Philomel on 19 May 1946 and alternated between Philomel and Tamaki until 14 Apr 1948. He re-engaged on 1 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, he War Medal and the RN LS&GG Medal on 9 Mar 1950. There is no mention on his file of the Atlantic Star and the NZ War Service Medal are not mentioned on his record. Clerical error perhaps? Advanced to Chief Yeoman of Signals on 1 Nov 1947. Drafted to Arbutus on 15 Apr 1946 and then to Arabis on 6 Jul 1948 and sailed in that ship when she was returned to the RN. He was posted to Taupo briefly then to HMS Mercury (RN Signals School) to Maori and was promoted to Commissioned Communications Officer on 1 Jan 1950. He was then briefly in HMS Victory, Mercury (again), Ocean (light carrier) and was appointed to HMS Maidstone (Submarine Depot Ship) from 11 Sep 1950 to 11 Feb 1952. He RTNZ 22 Feb 1952 a Com Coms Officer with Seniority dated 1 Jan 1950. He served in Philomel until appointed (additional) on 15 Jun 1952 to Hawea. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. He later served in Irirangi, Bellona, Black Prince and was borne additional to Irirangi from 10 Feb–20 Nov 1954. He returned to Philomel and was Discharged to RA on 27 Aug 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FARLEY, Harold Thompson | 12789 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 08/10/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Salford, Lancashire, UK. on 21 May 1909. He was an errand boy before entering the RN at Devonport on 17 Sep 1924 as a 15 year–old and rated a Boy 2nd Class. Issued the Service No J111667. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 1 Jun 1925. He was drafted to Valiani 13 Oct 25 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 12 May 27 and to Able Seaman 21 Nov 1928. He reached Petty Officer and was awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal 3 Jun 1942 while serving in HMS Osprey a RN anti-submarine training base 1940–44. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori in London on 29 May 1949 as an Able Seaman. On the following two-days he advanced to Leading Seaman and then to Petty Officer. On arrival in NZ he was drafted to Lachlan where he remained until drafted to Bellona 26 Feb 1950. This posting and the next two were very short. Drafted to Kaniere 19 Jul 1950–14 Jan 1951. He then served in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted to Hawea 8 Oct 1951. Hawea was already in Korean and Japanese water’s and it is not known how he travelled to join his ship. He may have taken passage in Taupo which sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 and joined his ship in Japan. RTNZ in Hawea arriving Auckland 8 Mar 1952. A note on his posting card states Hawea’ s C & M Party for 14 days. He returned to UK travelling by RMS Rangitata and was DEE from the RNZN at Maori on 19 May 1952 and returned to Blackpool, Lancashire. Entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. He appears to have returned to the RN and served from 16 Jul 1953 to 8 Sep 1962. DEE to shore as a Chief Petty Officer. |
| FARLEY, Terence Jeremiah | 208911 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/10/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born New Plymouth 8 Dec 1928. Labourer in Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 10 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as a GNR on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni on 10 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Oct 1953 and entered Korea the next day. M/I to his unit on 25 Oct 1953. M/O to Pusan 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation and RTNZ. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 46 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Attested 1 Aug 1957 in Hokitika for RF service in Malaya. Underwent training in Waiouru. Embarked 28 Nov 1957 on TSS Captain Cook and sailed for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Garrison Camp 15 Dec 1957. M/I to FTC Kota Tinggi 27 Dec 1957 for training at Jungle Warfare School. Shown as serving C Coy, 1 NZ Regt. Twice awarded detention of 27 days. Emplaned Changi, Singapore 14 Feb 1959 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Feb 1959. Discharged 28 Jul 1959 at own request on payment and TSFD to the Territorial Force Reserve. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FARMER, James Alexander | 13807 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/02/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Portsmouth, UK, on 2 Apr 1922. Was a scholar before he entered the RN as an Engine Room Artificer (Apprentice) with Service No P/MX 55036 on 17 Aug 1937. His training was conducted in Caledonia and in the MTE, Rosyth, 5 Sep 1939–20 Jun 1941 and Victory 21 Jun–26 Aug 1941 where he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 5th Class (Fitter & Turner) on 1 Jun 1941. Drafted to Ambuscade (destroyer) based in HMS Orlando at Greenock. Drafted to Ramillies (battleship) 27 Aug 1941–21 Nov 1942. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 1 Jul 1942. During his time Ramillies the ship was involved in Atlantic convoy protection and in 1942 served in the Indian Ocean and was based in several place like Trincomalee, Addu Atoll and Kilindini, Mombasa, Kenya. The fleet task was to find and ‘discourage’ the Japanese fleet from entering the Indian Ocean but then had to withdraw as the Japanese fleet was far superior to the Allied Fleet. Another task was to capture the Vichy port of Diego Suarez in Madagascar. While the port had been captured Ramillies was overflown buy a Japanese float plane launched from the Japanese submarine I–10 which was in company with I–16 and I–20. The result of this flight was an attack by the Japanese midget submarine M–20B on Ramillies which fired one torpedo causing hole 30 x 30 feet just forward at ‘A Turret’ (15-inch main armament) and causing much damage. The MV British Loyalty was just moving astern when she was hit by the second torpedo from M–20B meant for Ramillies. The Japanese crew of M–20B beached their vessel and made for a pick-up point but the British were advised and the two crewmen were killed in a fire fight with Royal Marines three-days later. James Farmer’s next ship was Ceylon (light cruiser) which he joined 28 Jun 1943. He advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 1 Jul 1943 and to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 1 Jul 1945. During 1944 and 1945 Ceylon was involved with several operations with combined allied fleets serving in several operations such as Op Diplomat, Op Cockpit, Op Pedal, Op Crimson and Op Meridian and operations to intercept Japanese evacuation convoys off Burma. Ceylon was also present at Penang, Malaya, on 2 Sep 1945 for the formal surrender of Japanese forces. James Farmer remained in the ship until 5 Mar 1946. Between 6 Mar 1946 And 28 May 1952 he also served in HMS Indomitable (carrier) 26 Mar 1946–25 Aug 1947, in which he started his return to Britain but joined HMS Liverpool on 25 Aug 1948–18 May 1950, in the Mediterranean and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class 1 Jul 1949. He then served in HMS Adamant (submarine depot ship) 29 Jul 1950–9 Apr 1952. Released from RN 8 May 1954. Entered RNZN at Maori in London on 9 May 1952 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class on the following two-days. On arrival in NZ he was stationed in Philomel until 1 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 but he remained in this ship until drafted to Bellona 7 May 1954. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class 1 Jul 1954. Served in Black Prince 12 Jan–18 Aug 1955, Bellona 19 Aug 1955–16 Apr 1956, Royalist 14 Apr 1956–4 Jan 1957. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer 1 Oct 1956. Also served in Philomel 5 Jan 1957 and advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer 1 Oct 1957. Drafted to Kaniere 17 Jan 1958–12 May 1957. Also served in Philomel then Rotoiti and back to Philomel 3 Feb 1964. Discharged to RA on 8 May 1964. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, War Medal, Korea Medal, UN Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal 21 Apr 1961. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FARQUHARSON, James Murray | 33587 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Sawyers Bay, Dunedin 18 Jul 1918. Railway porter in Dunedin. Three years in B Coy, Otago Inf Bn, Port Chalmers, in the TF 1936. Served during WWII. Embarked with the 4th Reinforcements and NZ Div Cav elements 8 Nov 1940 and disembarked Egypt 19–20 Dec 1940. Served in Lustre Force in Greece and Crete Mar 1941. Reported safe in Egypt 18 May 1941. Battle Casualty (wounded) and Physical exhaustion between 13 Dec 1942–3 Jan 1943. Admitted 2 NZ Gen Hops 3 Jan 1943. Discharged from Hosp 6 Feb 1943. Embarked Alexandria for Italy 25 Jan 1944 and embarked Taranto 27 Aug 1944 to Return to Egypt. Embarked Egypt 22 Nov 1944 and disembarked Wellington 3 Jan 1945 and was discharged 11 Apr 1945. Served overseas four years 57 days. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Served in the Regular Force. Attested 22 Sep 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA 11 Dec 1952. M/O from Burnham Camp 24 Mar 1953 for emplanement at Wellington 25 Mar 1953 as a Gunner. Deplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953. Entered Korea and M/I 16 Fd Regt 7 Apr 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 21 Apr 1953. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged from Brit Com Convalescent Trg Depot after he went AWOL in last week of his time at the Conv Depot. M/O to NZRTU 26 Jun and then to 16 Fd Regt 7 Jul 1953. He appeared to have disdain for Army rules. Showed by times promoted–demoted to Temporary Lance Bombardier and Gunner. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning at Harewood 28 Sep 1954. Discharged 9 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 18 Oct 1955 as a Lance Corporal in RNZASC and re-emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955. M/I Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo on deplanement 4 Dec and then to NZ Base HQ. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Dec 1955. Served in ‘A’ Tpt Pl. His lack of adherence to NZ Army or Unit Routine orders soon showed. RTNZ deplaning Auckland 2 Nov 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Dec 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died New Plymouth 16 Jun 1966 aged 48 years. |
| FARRELL, Henry Joseph (Mick) | 207760 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Christchurch 26 Jun 1927. Served in BCOF Japan. Embarked Lyttelton 30 Jun 1946 on HMT Chitral. RTNZ 17 Aug 1947. (Private, 668139, NZ Infantry. Clicker (shearing industry). Next-of-kin, Mrs M.F. Farrell, Addington, Christchurch). Also served in Regular Force (RNZAOC) Feb 1949–Apr 1950. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Shoe clicker (cuts the uppers for boots or shoes from leather) Initially posted to RNZA but TSFD to RNZASC and Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 26 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde bound for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to RNZASC, Driver, in NZ Transport Platoon. Posted to NZ Base HQ 8 Jul 1951 and M/I on 10 Jul. TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Had great sense of humour according to his team-mates. Discharged 7 Aug 1952. Died Christchurch 6 May 2013 aged 85 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FARRELL, Sydney George | 208131 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 03/07/2053 | Born Alexandria 13 Sep 1928. Hometown Clyde. Telegraph Linesman in Dunedin. Attested in the Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 3 Oct 1951 and sailed for Korea. Disembarked and entered Korea 6 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) and M/I 10 Oct 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal and appointed Line NCO 16 Jan 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 1–17 Jan 1953 and was discharged direct to unit. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Sep 1952 and to Corporal 1 Feb 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and discharge via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 8 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 342 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Sep 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Member of Alexandra RSA 2002. Died Alexandra, 29 Oct 2008 aged 80 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FARROW, Rex Leslie | 206309 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born Napier 28 Dec 1926. Previous service in BCOF Japan. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ 11 Oct 1948. (806466, Private NZEME, Farmhand. Next-of-kin, Mrs K.E. Farrow, Dannevirke). Disembarked Auckland from the HMT Westralia 11 Oct 1948. Presser for Valet Dry Cleaners, Dannevirke. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt RNZA and served with the Bty to north of Seoul and back south to the Imjin River area. Pictured in Auckland Weekly News 16 May 1951 with Sergeant Gallagher’s gun-crew of Gunner D. Feehan (Wellington), B. Boyden (Dannevirke), D. Liddington (Hamilton), W. Monkhouse (Whangarei) and R. Farrow (Dannevirke). M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 9 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 152 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 28 Jun 1952. Died at his home Otaki 29 Nov 1986 aged 58 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–439, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FASENE, Kenneth Dawson | 203993 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 08/11/2053 | Born Niue Island, Cook Group on 27 Jan 1925. Die caster, Auckland. Attested 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on the troopship Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar and M/I 16 Fd Regt 28 Mar 1952. Served in 163 Bty. Accidentally injured and admitted to 25 CDS 30 Apr 1952. Discharged from 75 ADS to unit 3 May 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 3–8 Feb 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Oct 1953. Embarked Pusan on the troopship E-Sang 9 Aug 1953 for Japan. M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 18 Jan 1954. Living Albany, Auckland, 2011. Died Albany 9 Apr 2022 aged 97 years. His service was held at the North Shore Memorial Park Chapel. |
| FATT, James Edward (Jim) | 204069 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 14/10/2053 | Born Dargaville 10 Jan 1930. Bushman for PWD Mangakino. Attested at Paeroa 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Jun 1951 on the Wahine at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 17–28 Sep 1951 but remained on X(ii) List. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Base HQ and M/I to unit from NZRTU. Admitted several times to medical units and passed from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU to serving unit. TSFD from RNZASC to RNZA 8 Sep 1952 and M/O from NZRTU, posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Dec 1952. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 3 Jan 1953 and served in 163 Bty. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 12 Feb 1953, TSFD to 25 Canadian Fd Amb and discharged to unit 20 Feb 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 18 May 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 23 May 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 22 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 74 days. SOS Kayforce 20 Dec 1953 and posted to Class 'C' Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.854 was returned unclaimed to Base Records (now Defence Pers Archive) where it remains his day. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Papakura 22 Nov 2016 aged 85 years. |
| FAULKNER, Albert | 13845 | Ordnance Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Birmingham, UK, 12 Oct 1918. Entered the RN on 26 Oct 1938 as an Ordnance Artificer 5th Class with Service No D/C/MX 58254. His initial training was conducted in Victory, Excellent and Pembroke. Advanced to Acting Ordnance Artificer 4th Class on 12 Nov 1939. Drafted 9 Feb 1940 to Mashona (destroyer completed in Apr 1939) and operated from HMS Pembroke. She was involved in trying to prevent German shipping returning to their home ports, the search in Nov 1939 for Scharnhorst and Gneisenau after the sinking of the armed merchant cruiser Rawalpindi. Mashona served in the Norway Campaign Apr–Jun 1940 and was under heavy air attack in Alesund, Namsos, Lillesjona and Andalsnes when involved with supporting allied troops and then with evacuating the troops from Norway. She also took part in the hunt for Bismarck after the sinking of HMS Hood. Bismarck was sunk on 27 May and while returning to her home station Mashona was heavily attacked by German aircraft the following day and sunk. Albert Faulkner was one of the survivors. Served in Pembroke 29 Mary–20 Oct 1941. Drafted to Achates (destroyer) 31 Oct 1941–6 Apr 1942 which was under repair and conversion during this time. He then served in HMS Hornet (Shore Station) and advanced to Ordnance Artificer 3rd Class on 12 Nov 1943. Served in Victory then in Asbury (an RN administration base in New York. His next ship appears to be Argonaut (light cruiser) (shown as ARGONANT on the posting card) 1 Oct 1943–11 Nov 1946 but Argonaut was in the USA being repaired so the posting Asbury to Argonaut is quite possible. He also served in Illustrious, Sep 1947–Nov 1948 then Implacable and advanced to AO2 on 1 Dec 1948. He then served in Excellent, Hornet again a was released from the RN on 6 Jun 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France & Germany’ clasp), Burma Star (‘Pacific’ clasp), Italy Star and War Medal issued in Jul 1949. Entered RNZN at Maori in London on 7 Jun 1952 as OA4 and advanced to Ordnance Artificer 3rd Class the following day followed by Ordnance Artificer 2nd Class and Ordnance Artificer 1st Class on subsequent days. On arrival in NZ was drafted to Black Prince then Philomel, Bellona, Hawea, Bellona, again and Black Prince again Sep 1955–27 Dec 1952. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 25 Apr 1954. Drafted to Royalist 28 Dec 1956 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters on the second commission. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jun 1958 but Albert remained in her until drafted to Philomel on 30 Sep 1958. He served in Royalist for a further term 18 Jul 1960–8 Dec 1961. Served in the Artificer Division. Discharged to RA on 6 Jun 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FAULKNER, Ernest William | 207705 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Previous service in the Army. Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 163 Bty from Pusan to the north. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 29 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.855 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to his given address in Christchurch. Discharged 29 Jul 1952. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FAULKNER, Samuel Ross | 203623 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2055 | Born Aratapu, near Dargaville 16 Apr 1926. Served in RNZAF 18 Aug 194 to 8 Jun 1945 with Service No 4310795. He was at the RNZAF NCO’s School of Instruction and was a Sergeant while training to be a pilot. But was TSFD to the Army. Served in the Army from Jun 1945–Nov 1945. Served on father’s farm between service with the Armed Forces. Served in Jayforce 6 Mar 1946. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served as 642183, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Farmer from Te Kopuru. Next-of-kin Mrs H.M. Faulkner, Te Kopuru (mother). Embarked Japan as Lance Corporal 6 Aug 1947. RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 27 Aug 1947. Discharged 1 Oct 1947. He was an assistant chamberman for Kempthorne Prosser Coy, Otahuhu, Auckland. Enlisted in KMB 31 Aug 1950. To be Bombardier 2 Nov 1950 while in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Number in Training & Reinforcement Battery. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Served in Artillery Signals (Line and Radio). Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 25 Sep 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 17 Oct 1951. Hospitalised twice during this period. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Auckland 10 May 1952 ex Sydney. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jun 1952 for return to Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 16 Jun 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 16 Jun 1952. M/O on posting to Brit Com Leave Unit (Ebisu Camp) Tokyo 13 Jul–30 Nov 1952 where he was a cashier in the Kayforce Det. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Sep 1952. Returned to NZ Base HQ and was again posted to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 12 Apr–5 Sep 1953 and returned to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Sergeant 14 Feb 1953.TSFD to the NZ Roll (furlough) and emplaned Japan 5 Dec 1953 and deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned for Korea 29 Dec 1953. Again attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 4 Jan–1 Feb 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to NZ Base HQ 5 Apr 1954. Granted a 12-months extension of service dating from 18 Aug 1954. Applied to join RF in Oct 1954 and was offered rank of Pt. Temporary Lance Corporal but Kayforce engagement was not due to expire until Aug 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15 Feb 1955 and was discharged direct to unit 26 Feb 1955. TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Jun 1955. Embarked Kobe 18 Jun 1955 on SS Changsha for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 19 Jul 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas in Korea four years 70 days. To attend Chest Clinic Te Kopuru Hospital. Convalescence at home under medical supervision. Discharged 30 Jun 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.856 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to his given address in Dargaville. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died 27 Feb 2005 aged 79 years. |
| FAWCETT, John Eugene | 689435 | Sapper | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 04/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Blenheim 15 Mar 1931. Plumber, Ministry of Works, Trentham. Serving TF soldier who was in the 9th CMT intake. Enlisted in Kayforce 6 Jul 1953 and was posted to RNZE. Emplaned 4 Nov 1954 at Wellington as a Sapper on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Attached FAP 28 Fd Engr Regt, Royal Engineers 15 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 16 Nov 1953. M/O NZ Base HQ to 16 Fd Regt. TSFD from the RNZE to the RNZA and CTBA to 28 Fd Engr Regt on 25 Jun 1954. Had several misdemeanours which caused loss of pay and time. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and travelled by RNZAF Hastings from Australia to deplane Harewood, 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 17 days. Discharged 8 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FAYEN, Athol Edwin | 13233 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Westport 20 Oct 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN 2 Feb 1950 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 2 Jun 1950. First sea service in Bellona 19 Jan–28 May 1951. Drafted to Taupo 29 May 1951. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 20 Apr 1951. Took passage to Japan in Taupo sailing from Devonport on 29 Aug 1951 via Brisbane, Singapore and Hong Kong and TSFD to Hawea 6 Oct 1951 in Japan. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 in Hawea via Hong Kong, Singapore and Brisbane to Auckland. Also served in Irirangi and Philomel. Advanced to Able Seaman 20 Jul 1952. Attended a course in HMAS Cerberus 29 Aug–14 Dec 1952. Also served in Kiwi on two occasions. Drafted to Bellona 10 Sep 1955. It is likely that he was a member of the crew of Bellona when that ship was returned to the UK. Served in Royalist (17 Apr 1956–21 Mar 1957) on its delivery voyage from the UK to NZ. DEE 22 Oct 1957. Medals awarded, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). Living at Takaka 2007. Died Takaka, Golden Bay, on 20 Oct 2018 aged 85 years. |
| FAZAKERLEY, William Henry Lesley (Taffy) | 203668 | Staff Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/12/2051 | Born Aberystwyth, Wales on 9 Feb 1920. Previous service in the British Army. His NOK shown as his father living in Penrhyndendrath, North Wales UK. Living and working in Morrinsville as a Fitter & Turner. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Storeman Sergeant, Field Regiment HQ. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant. Admitted hospital with concussion. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Dec 1951 and admitted AMF Concord Hospital, Sydney on way back to NZ. Continued to complete RTNZ by air deplaning from Teal flight in Wellington on 12 Dec 1951. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died George Manning Home, Christchurch 11 Sep 2013 aged 93 years. |
| FEAR, Desmond Harold | 204127 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (660710, Private, 2 Bn. Freezing Works Labourer from Picton. Next-of-kin, Mr A. Fear, Greymouth (father)). Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 1 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Lance Corporal during tour. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight on 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 241 days. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| FECK, Lyall Norman | 206875 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/08/2052 | 21/07/2054 | Born Dannevirke 28 Oct 1929. Farmhand, Poole Estate, Dannevirke. Enlisted 18 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Admitted 37 Canadian Fd Amb 11 Mar 1953. TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged from there 21 Apr 1953 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/I from unit to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 25 Mar 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 22–29 Jun 1954. Returned to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 21 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 331 days. Discharged 25 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dannevirke 23 Jul 2016 aged 86 years. |
| FEEHAN, David William | 206158 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Wellington 16 Oct 1926. Served in BCOF, Japan. (659883, Private, D Company, 22 Battalion, NZ Infantry, Grocer from Karori, Wellington. Next-of-kin Mrs M.S. Feehan, Karori (mother)). Entered camp 8 Mar 1946. Sailed for Japan 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Qualified for NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served on No.1 Gun, C Troop, 162 Bty. Pictured in the snow in Korea in the Auckland Weekly News 16 May 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Discharged 27 Aug 1952. Returned to Korea with Veterans Pilgrimage group in 2001. Died 4 Aug 2010, Palmerston North aged 84 years. |
| FEENEY, Robert (Bob) | 203522 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Auckland 2 Mar 1929. Factory hand in Cereal Foods, Auckland. Attested 31 Aug 1950 in KMB, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in Able troop 161 Bty. Also employed as a Cook in 161 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 22 Feb 1951 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 28 Mar 1951. M/I to NZRTU from NZ Base HQ, Kure 31 Mar 1951. Attached FAP to NZ Det Kure 24 May–7 Jun 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 27 Jun 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 30 Sep 1951. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged 18 Oct 1951. Went AWOL four times. Awarded 14 days Detention. M/I NZ Base HQ 15 Apr 1952 and TSFD to NZ List. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 8 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 151 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 26 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.860 was sent 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Auckland. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Hamilton 24 March 2014, aged 84 years. |
| FEENEY, William | 203970 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 05/02/2053 | Born Henderson, Auckland, 6 Mar 1924. Previous service in RNZAF 2 Nov 1942–24 Dec 1945 with Service No 422553. Served in the Pacific theatre from 7 March–7 Nov 1945 until RTNZ and demobilised 24 Dec 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Service Station attendant Upper Queen St., Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on 2nd Flight by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951. Disembarking Korea and posted to 16 Fd Regt 16 Aug 1951. Served in 163 Bty. He had trouble adhering to rules and regulations. M/O to NZRTU then to NZ Base HQ for Clerks Course in Singapore 3 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU ex Clerks Course Singapore 12 Jul 1952 and M/I 16 Fd Regt 21 Jul 1952. Gunners Feeney, Cope and Skeen were sent on the course together. Accidentally injured (road accident) 25 Nov 1952, admitted 8055 MASH, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 29 Nov 1952 and discharged to NZ Base HQ 12 Jan 1953 and placed on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, 31 Jan 1952 and deplaned Auckland 5 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 236 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Remained under treatment in Auckland until discharged from Kayforce 28 Aug 1953. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ ref course in Singapore. GSM 1918 sent to recipient 14 May 1956. Living in Manurewa, Auckland, in 2001. Died 6 Mar 2007 aged 83 years. |
| FENTON, Bruce Hebenton | 12970 | Shipwright 3rd Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 11/04/2056 | Born Wellington? on 1 Nov 1927. Enlisted in the RNZN on 19 May 1949 as an Acting Shipwright 4th Class and underwent initial training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 9 Sep 1949–19 Feb 1950. Served in Philomel for three months and then drafted to Bellona 17 May 1950. Advanced to SHIP4 on 15 May 1950. Returned to Tamaki 11 Dec 1950. Served in Lachlan 22 Feb 1952–1 Oct 1953 and advanced to SHIP3 on 19 May 1953. Drafted to Bellona 2 Oct 1953–20 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland circa 28 Apr 1955 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. His posting card shows him back in Philomel 12 Apr 1956, so he was returned from Korea earlier than his ship. Advanced to Shipwright 2nd Class 19 May 1956. Served in Pukaki again during 9 Jun 1958–20 Jan 1959. Sent to the UK and was held on the books of Maori 4 Dec 1959 until drafted to Otago 22 Jun 1960 to be a member of the crew to bring Otago to NZ. Advanced to Shipwright 1st Class 19 May 1961 but remained in Otago until drafted back to Philomel on 27 Jan 1962. Later served in Irirangi, Royalist and Philomel and was then at COMAUCK on 7 Aug 1967. Awarded Naval LS&GSC Medal 19 May 1964. Discharged to RA on 8 Oct 1973. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FENTON, John Barry | 12950 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Taihape 22 Sep 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN 3 Jul 1949 as Boy 2nd Class and underwent initial training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 10 Nov 1949. Like many other of his time he was drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class for his first sea service. Drafted to Pukaki 16 May 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Served mainly of the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Drafted to Taupo 23 Dec 1950 and sailed for Korea 29 Aug 1951. TSFD to Hawea 6 Oct 1951 and RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Later served in Black Prince and attended courses in HMAS Watson. Attended PT courses at RNZAF Wigram And RNZAF Hobsonville. Also served in Hawea again in Oct 1955–May 1956. Became Physical Training Instructor. His last year of service saw his advance to Acting Petty Officer 1 Jun 1956 and to Petty Officer 1 Jun 1957. DEE from Philomel 19 Oct 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Also awarded QSM for Community Service. Keen sportsman. Later a secondary school teacher. Member of the Organising Committee of the World Cross Country Championship 1988. Marathon Director Commonwealth Games 1990. Living at Stanmore Bay Auckland 2010. Was selected to attend 60th commemoration of the Inchon Landings 15 Sep over the period 11–16 Sep 2010. |
| FENTON, Maurice James | 644366 | Signalman | Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 18/11/2053 | 23/12/2054 | Born Taihape 16 Jul 1932. Previous service in RNZAF as Aircraftman 1st Class with Service No 644366 under training in Electrical and Wireless School Wigram and Territorial Force. Radio operator Civil Aviation Branch, Air Department. Served in CMT 2nd intake. Attested in Kayforce 1 Jul 1953. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in Waiouru camp. Emplaned 18 Nov 1953 as Signalman at Wellington and flew by Solent flying boat to Sydney. Continued to Japan New Guinea and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 28 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 29 Nov 1953. Posted from NZ Base HQ to 16 Fd Regt, TSFD From RNZ Sigs to RNZA and CTBA Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 28 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Aug 1954 and to Bombardier 15 Oct 1954. Granted 28 days Annual Leave in Australia. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on Teal flight (paying his own way) deplaning 22 Dec 1954 at Harewood. Served overseas one year 36 days. Discharged 9 Jan 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Served in 1 Div Sigs Regt as Corporal, Sergeant and commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant 29 Jul 1960. Also served in 2 Bde Sigs Sqn then 2 Com Sqn. Promoted Capt, then to Major and served in 1 Inf Bde Group Sigs Sqn. Awarded Efficiency Decoration Nov 1972. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FENTON, Robert William | 12874 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Ohakune Junction 5 Oct 1933. Was a scholar before he enlisted in the RNZN 5 May 1949 as Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki. Like many others at this time he was drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class for his first sea service. Drafted to Rotoiti 9 May 1950 and sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 5 Apr 1951 during tour in Korean waters. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland circa 28 Apr 1955 for further service in SE Asia and Korean waters. RTNZ Jul 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and issued 2 Aug 1968. Played rugby for Combined Services. Reached rating of Leading Seaman. DEE 4 Oct 1957. Joined NZ Police 30 Sep 1956. Also awarded Police Long Service Medal (3115 Constable). Died Hunterville 6 Jun 1990. Appears to also be entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NGSM (M). |
| FENTON, Thomas Michael | 206269 | Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/03/2054 | Born Waitara, Taranaki, on 8 Apr 1923. Carpenter from Waitara. Served in RNZAF 1941–45 (Flt Lt) with Service No 422273. Not known what his WWII awards are but would include War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty., 16 Fd Regt. RTNZ 10 Aug 1953. Re-embarked for Korea 6 Oct 1953 and served again until Feb 1954. Embarked on SS Taiyuan 18 Feb 1954 for travel to Sydney, Australia and continued by air deplaning Auckland on 13 Mar 1954. RTNZ as a Major. Struck off the strength of Kayforce on 3 Sep 1954 and posted to Reserve of Officers. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He was a member of the Coronation Contingent to London 1953. Awarded ER II Coronation Medal. Died Waitara 26 Dec 1969 aged 46 years. His remains are interred in the Waitara Cemetery RSA Section. His family were later able to receive his NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FENWICK, Derek | 207849 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/05/2052 | Born Timaru on 24 Jan 1928. Employed as Linesman at Takaka. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 163 Bty. Photographed having a mug of tea with L.H. Valentine (Palmerston North) R.B. Keenan (Dunedin) and L. Inch (Onehunga). Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge. Flew to Australia and completed the journey to NZ deplaning 30 May 1952. Served overseas one year 171 days. Discharged 22 Jul 1952 and returned to Blenheim. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.861 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Blenheim. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FENWICK, Victor Gordon (Vic) | 204541 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born in Durham City, UK, 1 Oct 1929. Next-of-kin Mrs M.E. Fenwick (mother), Ferndale Ave, Wallsend on Tyne, Northumberland, England, UK. Came from Onehunga, Auckland. Employed as a steward at Westfield Freezing works. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 22 Feb 1953. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 17 Aug 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Z Med unit and was discharged to unit 11 Sep 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 173 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These were returned to Base Records and later re-issued. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Sep 1954. Attested in Regular Force 6 Apr 1959, posted to SME and became an RNZE plant operator and instructor. Also served in 6 Ind Fd Sqn and 2 Constr Sqn. Discharged 16 Apr 1954. Living in Palmerston North in 2000. Died Palmerston North on 23 Feb 2013 aged 83 years. |
| FERGUSON, Allen James (Ferg) | 211044 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 06/01/2054 | Born Ellerslie, Auckland, 17 Oct 1926. Employed as a draper for A.W. Gardner Ltd, Taumarunui. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and flew on by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. Posted 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 22 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 23 Apr 1953. Served in C Troop. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1953 and to Lance Corporal 6 Nov 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll (Compassionate). Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 for compassionate RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 274 days. Discharged 5 Feb 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Taumarunui, 5 Aug 2008 aged 81 years. |
| FERGUSON, Francis Robson | 13310 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Blyth, Northumberland, UK, 26 Apr 1920. He was a shipping clerk before he entered the Royal Navy 17 Jul 1940 as a Probationary Steward. After his initial training in Royal Arthur and Drake he served in several shore stations in Northern Ireland, in Scotland and in England, UK. He was also in Scapa Flow at some stage during the war. Advanced to Steward on 9 Jul 1941, to Leading Steward on 23 Jul 1943. He was released to the Class ‘A’ Reserve 23 Jun 1946 but had signed on for four years extended service on 20 Jun 1946. On re-joining he was Steward on 24 Jun 1946 and advanced to Leading Steward (Temporary) 25 Jun 1946. Served mainly in shore stations. However, he was drafted to Berry Head (fleet repair ship) 28 Jan–22 May 1948. He also served in Merlin and Pembroke. Discharged 23 Jun 1950. He was awarded the 1939–45 Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN in Philomel 17 Jul 1950 as a Steward and advanced to Leading Steward the next day. Served in Bellona 4 Sep–20 Oct 1950 then Tamaki 31 Oct 1950–23 Jan 1951. Drafted to Taupo 24 Jan 1951–25 Jan 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. On RTNZ he remained in Taupo and was then drafted to serve in Tamaki 11 Mar–19 Nov 1953. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Steward (Local) 1 Mar 1953 but relinquished that rate on 3 Jul 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 20 Nov 1953–3 Apr 1956 and advanced to Petty Officer Steward 14 Nov 1954. He returned to the UK and was DEE from Maori 16 Jul 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. It is not known if he received the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FERGUSON, James Albert | 12985 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti | RNZN | 01/01/1970 | 08/03/2052 | Born Roslyn, Dunedin 23 Jan 1932. Employed as a sawmiller before he entered the RNZN on 9 Jun 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman on a six-year engagement. Underwent training in Tamaki 9 Jun 1949–23 Jan 1950. Drafted to Bellona 24 Jan–29 Sep 1950 for his first sea service. Was briefly in Philomel until sent to HMAS Rushcutter for further training courses 21 Oct 1950–29 Mar 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman on 9 Dec 1950. His service in Korea is somewhat mixed as he was drafted on 30 Mar 1951 to Rotoiti which was already in Korean waters. He may have taken passage to Japan in Taupo and was TSFD to and served in Taupo 11 Oct 1951–1 Feb 1952 and RTNZ in Hawea 8 Mar 1952. Served in Philomel 10 Mar–7 May 1952 and was drafted to Irirangi 8 May 1952–14 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–29 Sep 1954 then served in Bellona and Stawell. DEE 22 Jan 1956. Served in RNZNR 23 Jan 1956–17 Jul 1957. Discharged to serve in the Army. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FERGUSON, Kenneth Alexander Robert | 208980 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Christchurch 17 Dec 1927. Carpenter at State Hydro Electric, Dunedin. Attested in Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 28 Aug 1954 for Korea on RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 8 Sep 1954. M/I to his unit on 9 Sep 1954. Admitted to Canadian FDS 27 Oct and discharged to his unit 30 Oct 1954. Granted 9 days R&R leave 9–18 Nov 1955 inclusive. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. He was one of 46 men who came back to NZ this way and deplaned Auckland on this day. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jun 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Dunedin 1 Jul 1989. |
| FERGUSON, Noel Daniel | 203158 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 08/09/2053 | Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Corporal i/c Second Arty Tpt Pl. Promoted Sergeant during tour. Discharged 22 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whakatane 18 Aug 1989 aged 64 years. |
| FERGUSON, Noel Leon | 204669 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Born Auckland 26 Jun 1929. Lathe operator for Ales Harvey & Sons, Mt Wellington, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 30 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and onto deplane Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 28 Nov and entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and M/I to his unit. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 3–16 Jan 1954 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Feb 1954 for compassionate RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ for compassionate reason and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954. Discharged 22 Mar 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later served in the TF (1 Northland Regt) in 11 Apr 1960–1 May 1965. Later awarded NZDSM. Entitled to NZOSM. Died Kaitaia, 13 Aug 2002 aged 73 years. |
| FERGUSON, Trevor Alexander | 10434 | Leading Telegraphist | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Auckland 3 Oct 1926. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RNZN on 17 Dec 1944 as an Ordinary Telegraphist. Served in Tamaki then Philomel. Drafted to Waima and advanced to Telegraphist 26 Feb 1946. Served in ML 1183 16 Jul–4 Dec 1946. He then served in the Naval radio station at Waiouru (it was not named Irirangi at that time) 5 Dec 1946–28 Jul 1948. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 29 Jul 1948–2 Jan 1949. Returned to Philomel, advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist 15 Jan 1949. Then posted back to Waiouru 18 Feb–20 Sep 1949. Drafted to Kaniere 21 Sep 1949–1 Feb 1950 Feb. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 13 Jan 1950. Drafted to Tutira 2 Feb 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 together with Pukaki for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Pukaki 4 Nov 1950 and RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. DEE 30 Dec 1950. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He was later in the Civil Aviation Administration in Aitutaki, Cook Islands circa Dec 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FERGUSSON, Colin James | 208800 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 19/05/2054 | Came from Orepuki, Southland. Enlisted during Mar 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Apr 1953 while holding the appointment of Gun 2i/c. Fireman with NZ Railways for eight years before joining Kayforce. Was able to continue his studies for 2nd Class Engine Driver's Certificate through a correspondence course while in Korea. Embarked Kobe, Japan 16 Apr 1954 on SS Taiping for travel to Sydney. Completed the RTNZ by Teal flight from Australia arriving NZ 19 May 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died about 1989. |
| FERGUSSON, Noel Andrew | 527025 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/11/2053 | 04/06/2055 | Born Tauranga 25 Dec 1931. Electrician for Thompson and Doreen Engineers, Christchurch. Serving TF soldier in 1Bn Hauraki Regt 17 Mar 1957 and TSFD to Kayforce. Attested 22 Jun 1953 in Kayforce and was posted to RNZASC. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 at on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Dec 1953 and entered Korea 18 Dec 1953. M/I to his unit 21 Dec 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 23 Aug 1954. This promotion is the only item recorded in 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 11–15 Jan 1955, Promoted Temporary Corporal 7 Mar 1955 and to Corporal 21 Mar 1955. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for Escort Duties 15–24 Mar 1955 and returned to 10 Fd Coy. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 May 1955 and entered NZ Base HQ 14 May 1955. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas aircraft for return to NZ and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Jul 1955 and posted to 1 [sic] Hauraki Regt. Served on the Reserve until 31 Mar 1961 Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Tauranga, 7 Apr 1997 aged 65 years. |
| FERGUSSON, Stanley | 206739 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 14/11/2053 | Born Blackburn, Lancashire, UK, 22 May 1950. Served in the Royal Navy for six years and reached the rate of Artificer Chief Petty Officer. Fitter & Turner for the Wellington Hospital Board. Enlisted 17 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Gave his NOK as his sister in Ontario, Canada. Nearly all his training for Korea was conducted in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA charter flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and entered Korea 7 May 1952. Served in 162 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt 20 Oct 1953 and posted to NZ Roll. M/I NZ Base HQ 23 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Nov 1953 for flight to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by Teal deplaning Auckland 14 Nov 1953. Served overseas one year 198 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.686 was returned to Base Records as he had moved and left no forwarding address. Died 12 Sep 1988. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FERNIE, Kay Livingstone | 816713 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 01/07/2053 | 07/03/2055 | Ex TF 3 Armoured Regt RNZAC. Appointed to Kayforce 13 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 with 7th Reinforcements on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Promoted Lieutenant, 26 May 1954. Temporary Captain, while employed as Officer i/c Composite Platoon, 10 Coy, 1 Jul 1954. Promoted Captain, 8 Sep 1954. SOS Emergency Force and TSFD from 3 Armoured Regt, RNZAC, to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC with the rank of Captain, 6 May 1955. Granted Regular Force commission and posted to Central District Company RNZASC, 29 Jun 1956. Later an officer in the RNZASC in 10 Company then promoted Captain. Later Major. Retired 24 Dec 1970. Died Christchurch May 2003. His Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal were found in clothing handed into the Wellington City Mission. Mr Ian Mackley of the NZ Korea Veterans Association was able to locate Kay’s 90-year-old stepmother and obtain three further medals (most likely NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM) from NZ Defence Force Medals Office and hand them to her on her 91st birthday on 19 Jun 2003. Sadly she could not pass the medals onto her son who died in May 2003 a few days before she received them. |
| FERREL, Jack Humphrey | 11210 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Wellington 4 Mar 1930. Entered the RNZN 11 Jul 1946 as a Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to HMS Sultan 24 Dec 1946 to 6 May 1947 before joining the crew of HMNZS Bellona on 7 May 1947. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 4 Mar 1948 then to Able Seaman 4 Dec 1948. From Mar 1949 to 11 Jan 1951 he was stationed in Tamaki or Philomel but spent a short time on ML P3551. Drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korean waters. TSFD on 30 Oct 1951 to Rotoiti and RTNZ in that ship arriving back at Devonport on 21 Nov 1951. Discharged to shore 27 Feb 1952 BNPS. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Lower Hutt 17 May 2016 aged 86 years. |
| FERRIS, Donald Harry Pohatu | 35233 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/06/2053 | 03/07/2054 | Born Gisborne 30 Mar 1918. Attested in 2 NZEF 12 Jan 1940, issued the number 39032 and entered camp in Palmerston North 26 Jan 1940. Embarked in MMG Bn on TSS Wahine and sailed 1 May 1940. Entered the UK, 18 Jun 1940. Embarked UK, 12 Dec 1940 and entered Egypt 18 Feb 1941. Embarked with 28 (Maori) Bn to Join Lustre Force in Greece 23 Mar 1941. Reported SAFE in Egypt 18 May 1941. Involved in the Western Desert Campaign and the battles in Nov 1941. Reported SAFE 22 Jan 1942. Embarked Egypt 15 Jun 1943 for RTNZ (furlough). Served in Furlough Draft Pool in Burnham Camp. Elected to return to the Middle East 10 May 1944. Re-embarked 29 Jun 1944 in HMT 84 with 12th Reinforcements. Entered Egypt 2 Aug 1944 in 33 NZ Bn. Embarked Alexandria for Italy 18 Aug 1944. Posted from Advanced Base and M/I to 23 NZ Bn 2 Sep 1944. Returned to Egypt and disembarked Port Said 22 Feb 1945. Embarked for RTNZ 17 Mar 1945 and disembarked Lyttelton 19 Apr 1945. Discharged 32 May 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Became a Regular Force soldier attested 13 Nov 1951 and issued Service No 35233. TSFD to serve in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jun 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 16–22 Oct 1953 then returned to his unit. Accidentally injured 10 May 1954 and admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb. Discharged from 25 Canadian FDS to his unit 12 May 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy 15 Jun and M/I to NZ Base HQ 19 Jun 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and reposting. Deplaned Harewood 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 12 Aug 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. TSFD to the Reserve 13 Aug 1954 on own request and on payment. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FERRIS, James Hiki | 206313 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Gisborne on 13 Oct 1928. Employed as an assistant Line surveyor for Poverty Bay Electric Power Board. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Advance Party No.1, emplaned Whenuapai on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front Line so everyone returned to Pusan. Served in D Troop, 162 Bty. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 May 1951. Discharged from Hospital 3 Jul 1951 to NZRTU. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1951. Accidentally injured and admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 11–30 Apr 1952 (Leg and Ankle) was TSFD to Canadian Dressing Station (Seoul) and returned to 16 Fd Regt 25 Nov 1951. M/I to NZ Base HQ and remained on NZ Roll 25 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 184 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 30 Jul 1952. Died Wellington Hospital 4 Jun 1975 aged 46 years. Later issued NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FEUTZ, Mervyn Edwin | 13919 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Christchurch, 8 Nov 1933. He was an apprentice automotive engineer before he entered the RNZN on 20 Sep 1951. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Drafted to Lachlan 19 Feb–1 Aug 1952. Drafted to Hawea 2 Aug 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer Meh 20 Sep 1952. TSFD to HMS Newcastle (light cruiser) 22 Sep 1952 for further experience in his trade. After four months in the British ship he TSFD to Rotoiti 5 Feb 1953 and RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Later served in Lachlan and ML P3556 14 Sep–6 Oct 1954. Discharged BNPS 24 Oct 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch, 29 Aug 2019, aged 85 years. |
| FIDDES, Erle Henry (Curly) | 12966 | Acting Leading Electricians Mate | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 11/04/2056 | Born Dunedin on 27 Aug 1927. Employed as a stock cutter before he entered the RNZN on 26 May 1949 on a six-year engagement. Granted the rate of Provisional Electrical Mechanic. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 1 Jan 1950. Drafted to Bellona 13 May 1950–15 Jan 1953 with his rate of Electrical Mechanician 1st Class dated 1 May 1950. Served in Philomel 16 Jan–9 Jul 1953. Advance to Acting Leading Electricians Mate 1 Mar 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 10 Jul 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Korea and Malaya. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but remained in his ship until 23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Bellona 24 Feb–17 May 1955. DEE 24 May 1955. Later awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M). Entitled to NZDSM. Died North Shore, Auckland, 11 Apr 2015 aged 86 years. |
| FIELD, Anthony John (Tony) | 211301 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/10/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born Wellington 22 Jan 1927. Carpenter and clerk for Bond & Sons Waipukurau. Enlisted in Kayforce on 8 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Mar 1954, Temporary Bombardier 1 May 1954 (Chief Clerk) and to Temporary Sergeant 1 Jun 1954. Admitted to 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Station 6–17 May 1954 and returned to unit on discharge from 25 Canadian F. D. S. Promoted Sergeant 1 Oct 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 7 Oct 1954 and TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit. Discharged from Brit Com Z Med Unit to 16 Fd Regt. Posted to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 29 Nov 1954 to 18 Mar 1955. M/O from Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 24 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 155 days. Discharged 1 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Palmerston North, 24 Mar 2016 aged 89 years. |
| FIELD, Dennis Louis | 208488 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 12/03/2054 | Born 29 March 1931. Came from Papanui, Christchurch. Enlisted during Nov 1951 as a Kayforce Replacement draft. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP 23 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Mar 1954 and deplaned Harewood 12 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 288 days. SOS Kayforce 19 May 1954 and posted to TF unit soon after return to NZ on 12 Mar 1954. Died Christchurch 3 Jan 2012. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 2012. |
| FIELD, Frederick James | 15353 | Lieutenant (Special Duties) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born London, England on 15 Jan 1926. He was serving in the RN when his appointment was terminated at his own request on TSFR to the RNZN on 15 Feb 1955. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 16 Feb 1955. On arrival in NZ he served in Irirangi 25 Mar 1955, Black Prince 16 Apr 1956 and to Philomel 25 May 1956. Appointed to Royalist on 28 Mar 1957. Passed for gunnery officer in a ship. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Promoted Lieutenant (Special Duties) on 1 Oct 1957. He next served in Black Prince and was sent to the UK to be a member of the Taranaki crew in 1960. He later served in Philomel, Royalist again for passage 10 Oct 1963 and the appointed to Wakefield for Olphert 10 Jan 1964. He returned to Philomel for staff of COMAUCK 12 Dec 1964. Discharged at his own request on 1 Oct 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M). NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| FIELD, Robert Edward | 15131 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Wellington on 16 Sep 1938. Employed as a Telegraph Delivery boy before he entered RNZN 3 Jun 1954 as A Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 1 Nov 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 14 Apr 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Jul 1955 for service in Korean and Malayan waters with the British Far East Fleet. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Advanced to Junior Seaman 1 Jan 1956, to Ordinary Seaman 16 Mar 1956. RTNZ 9 Jul 1956 and was then in Philomel 14 Aug–11 Oct 1956. Drafted to Black Prince 12 Oct 1956–2 May 1957. Served in Philomel 3 May 1957–11 Aug 1957 and advanced to Able Seaman on 16 May 1957. Drafted to Rotoiti 12 Aug 1957–18 Aug 1959 for service in Malayan waters, but during that time he was in HMS Tamar (Hong Kong) 28 Nov 1958–4 Aug 1959. On RTNZ he served in Philomel 21 Aug 1959 until discharged BNPS on 29 Apr 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M), NZGSM (K) and is Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| FIELDEN, Dennis Siddall | 203624 | 2nd Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born St Albans, England, UK,on 17 Nov 1918. Served seven years in Royal Artillery and RAF. Came to New Zealand and found employment as a salesman for the Electrolux company Auckland. Attested in KMB 31 Aug 1950. Commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant wef 13 Nov 1950 under the Provisions of the Emergency Forces Act, 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 16 Fd Regt then 2nd LT. Pictured in the Weekly News of 16 May 1951. His photo was taken just before he was KILLED IN ACTION on 24 Apr 1951. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. The award of an was approved by HM King George VI and published in the London Gazette, 11 Sep 1951 after his death. The Mentioned in Despatches certificate was Signed by T.H. Macdonald and states, “By the Queen’s order…” Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Unfortunately, his father had moved and mail sent was returned to NZ Base Records during Jan 1957. Contact was remade with his brother the Rev P. Fielden in Apr 1961 and the NZ Memorial Cross was sent to his mother in 1961. See the Introduction re President of Korea’s Medallion. |
| FIFE, Lester John | 14098 | Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 23/08/2057 | Born 15 Aug 1934. Entered the RNZN as an Acting Steward on 24 Jan 1952. His basic training was conducted in Tamaki and he was then sent to HMAS Cerberus 18 Apr–3 Jul 1952. On RTNZ served in Bellona and advanced to Steward on 24 Nov 1952. Also served in Tamaki, Hawea and Philomel before he was drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Singapore and Malayan waters. He was one of several RNZN Stewards who were replaced in Singapore by Chinese from Hong Kong. He did not serve in the Korean area but was RTNZ from HMS Terror, Singapore. He later served in Black Prince, Stawell, Philomel, Royalist. Awarded NZ Operational Service Medal, NGSM (M) for service in Royalist. Drafted to Otago 7 Apr 1964 and served in Malaysian waters. Awarded, GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and PJM. Later served in Philomel, Waikato and Blackpool and Otago again. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal on 28 Mar 1967. He reached the rate of Petty Officer Steward (Temporary) but relinquished that rate and returned to Leading Steward. Discharged to RA on 23 Jan 1972 having successfully completed a 20-year engagement. His Naval LS&GC Medal was lost and replaced at cost. Living in Invercargill circa 2000. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FINCH, Carl Robert | 689128 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Wellington 4 Mar 1931. Fitter & Turner for Hellaby's at Otahuhu. Enlisted in Kayforce 15 Jun 1954. Emplaned on Teal aircraft at Auckland for travel to Sydney. Apparently travelled to Japan by via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 30 Sep 1954, entered Korea on 1 Oct and M/I to his unit in Korea on 3 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged 17 Jun 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 9 Feb 2011 aged 80 years. Buried in the Service Section Whenua Tapa Cemetery, Porirua. |
| FINDLAY, George Albert | 14351 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Georgetown, Scotland, UK, 13 Jun 1927. He was a scholar before he entered the RN on 22 Aug 1941 as an Ordinary Seaman but was released to the Reserve as he was only just 14 years old. Re-joined the RN on 30 Jan 1945 as an Ordinary Seaman and after training was drafted on 20 Aug 1945 to HMS Finisterre (destroyer). This ship served in the Home Fleet and was later sent to Far East and was based in HMS Tamar (Hong Kong). She returned to the UK via the Mediterranean. After a short stay at home he returned to HMA Tamar and served in HMS Possum (frigate) 12 Feb–8 Aug 1947, then spent three months in HMS Belfast and then returned to the UK and was released to the Reserve on 1 Feb 1948. Able Seaman Findlay re-joined the RN on 31 Aug 1948 and within two months was back in Belfast and sailed back Hong Kong. He also served in Constance (destroyer) and Alert (despatch vessel) before returning to Constance then to Belfast. It appears that he served in Constance for part of the Korean War and possibly returned to the UK in Belfiast which had returned for a refit. His final RN ship was Superb (cruiser). Discharged from the RN on 16 Nov 1952. Entered the RNZN on 17 Nov 1952 at Maori. On arrival in NZ he served initially in Philomel. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1952 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. He later served in Bellona twice and advanced to Acting Petty Officer 1 Mar 1955. Attended a course in HMAS Cerberus 3 May–4 Jul 1955. He was part of the crew that took Bellona back to the UK and brought Royalist to NZ in 1956. Back in NZ he also served in Kaniere, Royalist, Black Prince, Lachlan, two reserve units and Philomel. Discharged to RA on 27 Aug 1965. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, Naval GSM (M), Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (10 Mar 1961). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. He died Wellington 19 Jun 2012 aged 89 years. |
| FINDLAY, John Mathieson | 208489 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 04/03/2054 | Born in Otautau 23 Mar 1925. Employed as a farm labourer on the family farm at Pukemaori, Tuatapere, Southland. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Posted to RNZA 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on the flying boat Awatere for passage to Sydney. Travelled by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 20 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 25 May 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 12–19 Nov 1952 and returned to unit. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 9 Apr and TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and returned to his unit. Committed some minor misdemeanours while in Korea. M/O from 16 Fd Regt 13 Nov 1953, M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Nov 1953. One of 17 who embarked Sasebo on 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Disembarked at Devonport, Auckland, 4 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 290 days. Discharged 11 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.873 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Tuatapere. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Tuatapere, 17 Sep 1987 aged 61 years. Entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FINDLAY, John Richard | 896842 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Tomahaka, Dunedin 23 Jun 1932. Labourer for Mr J. Lott, Clinton. CMT training then a serving TF soldier in 1 Otago Southland Regt. Attested 1 Dec 1952 at Invercargill in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC in Burnham. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 15 May 1954. Entered Korea and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 16 May 1953. Attached FAP to RH Tokchong for guard duties. Returned to unit 2 Jun 1953. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney and deplaned Harewood 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Feb 1955 and re-posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Gore in 1996. Died Gore, 11 Jun 2011 aged 79 years. |
| FINDLAY, Kevin John | 819487 | Private | Attached 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZAMC | 28/08/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Invercargill 7 Jul 1930. Served in the RNZAF for five months and was discharged at own request. Employed as a fireman at Sunnyside Hospital, Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 26 Apr 1954. Posted to RNZAMD as a Medical Orderly in Burnham 28 May 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 Aug 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ 3 Sep 1954. Posted to NZRTU 10 Nov 1954 and attached FAP 31 Dec 1954 to Brit Com Gen Hosp for Medical Course. CTBA Brit Com Gen Hosp 14 Feb 1955. M/O from NZ Base HQ to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Apr, entered Korea 23 Apr 1955 and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Apr 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 15 May 1955 Temporary Corporal 24 Nov 1955 for Duties of RAP Corporal and promoted Corporal 24 Jan 1956. Promoted Temporary Sergeant as RAP Sergeant 11 Feb 1956 and to Sergeant 6 Apr 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSPD to the NZ Roll 9 Apr 1956. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 240 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1956. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FINLAY, Ian | 203598 | Gunner | Reinf Unit Baggage Pty | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver, Field Regiment. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Promoted Lance Bombardier during the tour. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney arriving on a Teal flight at Auckland 20 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Dec 1953. Died Taupo 8 Mar 1979. |
| FINLAY, Peter Kersley | 14125 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington 12 Feb 1935. Employed as an apprentice cabinet maker before he entered the RNZN 24 Jan 1952 as a Junior Stoker. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 24 Jun 1953–5 Mar 1953 for his first sea service and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer on 12 Aug 1952. Served in Philomel 17 Jun–24 Sep 1953 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 12 Aug 1953. Also served in Kiwi and Tui. Drafted to Irirangi 11 Apr–26 Sep 1954 then served in Black Prince 27 Sep 1954–30 Apr 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Royalist 1 May 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters during the second commission of the ship but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. Also served in Black Prince and Royalist again before he was DEE 3 Feb 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| FINN, Bernard Hector (Bernie) | 622338 | Signalman | Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Palmerston North on 27 Apr 1931. Came from Taihape. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. Flew from Japan to Korea by DC3 (not a common feature). Posted to NZ Base HQ, Force Maintenance Area, Seoul and attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 20 Apr 1953 as did Signalman Bushby. Also served in 16 Fd Regt signals. RTNZ by ship from Pusan to Sasebo, Japan and by RNZAF Hastings from Iwakuni, via Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to deplane Auckland 20 Aug 1953. Served overseas one year 194 days. SOS Kayforce 14 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living at Whakatane in 2004. |
| FINNERTY, Brian Valentine | 797420 | Acting Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Westport, West Coast, South Island, 14 Sep 1935. Worked as a hospital porter in Westport before he entered the RNZN 27 Sep 1956 as an Assistant Steward. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Royalist on 14 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters during the second commission of the ship. Several Stewards were replaced in Singapore by Chinese from Hong Kong and so did not serve in the Japanese or Korean area. Served in HMS Terror in Singapore until RTNZ on 21 Sep 1957. Served in Philomel briefly and was then drafted to Pukaki 9 Oct 1957–18 May 1958 and advanced to Steward on 27 Sep 1957. Later served in Philomel, then Royalist 6 Jun 1958–10 Nov 1959. Also served in Otago, 11 May 1960–24 Apr 1961, Rotoiti 4 Jul 1961–26 Apr 1962 and Taranaki 27 Apr 1962–26 May 1963. Discharged dead 5 Jun 1963. His family may want to claim the following awards NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZDSM (R) if they have not been claimed. |
| FINUCANE, Gordon (Paddy) | 2722 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Newcastle on Tyne, Northumberland, 23 Jan 1921. Employed as a Warehouse man before he entered the RN 7 Dec 1939 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service Number D/JX171282. Trained in Royal Arthur and in Drake. Drafted to Renown (battles cruiser) 27 Feb 1940–11 Jan 1942 He also served in ships escorting the Russian convoys. Amongst these was HMS Lotus (corvette) which was involved in the ill-fated convoy PQ17 and QP13. He also served in HMS Empress of Australia (troopship) and HMS Zealous (destroyer). Zealous was one of four destroyers that rescued 525 Norwegians who had been hiding from German patrols in caves on Sørøya island, Norway for three months. This involved a daring race 97km behind enemy lines. Zealous then returned to Russian convoy protection. His highest rank while in the RN was Acting Leading Seaman. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 1 Jan 1946. Enlisted in the RNZN in London 13 Mar 1949 as an Able Seaman. Was a crewman in Tutira when it was sailed out to New Zealand. Served in Bellona 22 Sep 1949 to 29 Sep 1950. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 4 Jun 1950. Served in Kaniere 18 Mar to 20 Nov 1951. Advanced to Leading Seaman 14 Jun 1951. Drafted to Hawea 2 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve in Korean waters through a winter season. Paddy was the Asdic operator on board Hawea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but remained in Hawea until early Nov. Later served in P.3551 as Petty Officer. Later served in Hawea again, in Black Prince and in Rotoiti where he was Acting Chief Petty Officer Coxswain. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 27 Feb 1958. Discharged to RA 12 Mar 1963. There is nothing on his file to show if he received any awards for his RN Service, but his Posting Card in Devonport shows 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Africa Star with clasp, Italy Star and War Medal 1939–45. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FISHER, Douglas | 13711 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Selby, Yorkshire, UK, 18 Apr 1921. Entered the RN on 26 Oct 1947 as Boy 2nd Class with Service Number D/JX155566. He served in HMS Iron Duke (old battleship converted to training vessel) and from Jun 1939–1 Nov 1942 he served in HMS Ramillies (battleship). On the outbreak of the war she was involved in a mission to intercept German ships trying to reach home. In late Dec 1939 Ramillies came to NZ to escort 13,000 New Zealanders on troopships to Suez. From 4 Jun 1943–29 May 1945 he served in HMS Renown which was operating in 1944–45 from Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and was involved in attacks on Japanese-occupied areas in Indonesia and various islands in the Indian Ocean. After the war he also served in HMS Sparrow (sloop), HMS Sheffield (cruiser) and HMS Duke of York (battleship). Discharged from RN and TSFD to the RNZN 2 Sep 1951. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 3 Sep 1951 as an Able Seaman and the next day advanced to LS. On arrival in NZ he first served in Philomel and was drafted to Hawea briefly and then to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953–6 May 1954. He sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea and RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. He advanced to Acting Petty Officer 8 Jun 1953. He continued to serve in Tamaki, Philomel, HMAS Cerberus and later served in Bellona when she was returned to the RN in 1955. He came back to NZ in Royalist on its delivery voyage in 1956. He then served in Stawell. Tamaki, Philomel, Rotoiti, Lachlan and Endeavour. Discharged to RA on 2 Sep 1961. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, the War medal Korea Medal and UN Korea and the Naval LS&GC Medal. He was later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Auckland on 14 Jan 2009. |
| FISHER, James George | 203982 | Temporary Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Gisborne 26 Feb 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (652521, Signalman, 2 Div Sigs. Civil servant from Gisborne. Next-of-kin Mr G. Fisher, Gisborne (father)). Served twice in Jayforce sailing from NZ 30 Jun 1946 and again 28 Aug 1947 and disembarked Auckland 11 Oct 1958. Storeman and technician for Atwaters, Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. To be Temporary Corporal 16 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. To be Temporary Sergeant while Ship’s QM Clerk. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning and reverted to Signalman, Temporary Corporal 28 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 13 Oct 1951 and M/I to unit 15 Oct 1951. Promoted Corporal 14 May 1952 while radio mech NCO. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ 2 Jun 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 328 days. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Auckland 11 Jan 1957 aged 31 years. |
| FISHER, Robert Ian | 207704 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.879 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to his address C/–Post Office, Mayfield, Canterbury. Died in an accident south of Greymouth while driving a bus 26 Sep 1998. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FISHER, Ronald Geoffrey | 207703 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/09/2051 | Born London, UK, 13 May 1926. Served in RNZAF (Aircraftman 2nd Class Service No 45104) during WWII (Hostilities Only). Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Discharged 14 Jun 1946 for enlistment in the Interim RNZAF. Grocer’s assistant in Christchurch. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and entered camp for training on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, admitted Swedish Hosp 20 Mar 1951 and TDFS to X(ii) List. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 15 Jun 1951 but remained on X(ii) List. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9–13 Aug 1951. TSFD to NZ Roll 24 Aug 1951 for Medical RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ (medical reasons) and deplaned Auckland 10 Sep 1951. Served overseas 275 days. Seven medical evacuees RTNZ on this flight. Discharged 10 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals sent to Bromley, Christchurch. Died Christchurch 2 Jun 1964 aged 38 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FISHLOCK, William Frederick George | 13793 | Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Kaniere | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Tisbury, Wiltshire, UK, 25 Apr 1919. Employed as a labourer before he entered the RN on 24 May 1937 as an Acting Cook with Service No MX 54685. After initial training he was drafted to Hawkins (cruiser). He then served in Durban, Courageous, then Nelson (battleship) 3 Sep 1938–9 Oct 1942 advancing to Leading Cook (Seamen). HMS Nelson and HMS Rodney were the only ships of the RN with 16-inch (406 mm) main armament. Advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) (Temporary) 20 Nov 1942. He also served in Ceylon (cruiser) 24 Jun 1943–22 Jun 1944. He then served in several shore stations such as HMS Lanka, HMS Rajaliva, HMS Bheunda and HMS Serliwa in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and India. After war’s end he served in Wolfe (depot ship) Leander and Duke of York. Released to the Reserve 27 May 1949. His WWII Medals are not known but would probably include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Entered RNZN at Maori on 27 Mar 1952 as a Cook (Seamen) and the following day advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen). On arrival in Philomel he advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen). Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Kaniere RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. He later served in Hawea, Lachlan and Royalist. He advanced to Chief Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) 23 Jun 1960. Discharged to RA 26 Mar 1962. Awarded Korea Medal, the UN Korea Medal and the Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity (22 May 1958). Later Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FITCHETT, Benjamin Gordon Campbell | 206159 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/11/2054 | Born Wellington 25 Jul 1926. Served in BCOF, Japan. (819640, Private, NZ Base HQ. Case maker from Nelson. Next-of-kin Mr M.W. Smith, from Richmond (friend)). Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll circa 12 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 23 May 1952. Discharged 14 Jul 1952. Re-enlisted 15 months later in Kayforce on 9 Dec 1953, as a Sapper, RNZE and emplaned once again to fly to Korea on 20 Apr 1954. Also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) and worked with other RNZE personnel who were posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt. RTNZ 24 Nov 1954 and was discharged on 24 Feb 1955. Re-enlisted for third time in Kayforce 17 Oct 1955 and re-embarked for Korea 3 Dec 1955. RTNZ 20 Jun 1956 and discharged on 19 Aug 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force, RNZE, as Plant Operator on return from Korea. Discharged from Regular Force 16 Jul 1957. Living in Palmerston North circa 1990. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 18 Apr 2013 aged 87 years. |
| FITT, Basil Bradshaw | 204024 | Lance Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 20/08/2053 | Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force about 12 Apr 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. M/I to 16 Fd Regt late Sep or early Oct 1951. Posted to RASC School, Singapore to attend a Clerks Course 16 Oct 1952 to 12 Nov 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from NZ Reinforcements Trg Unit 25 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 on Qantas flight and travelled via Guam and Port Moresby to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ (Army 248/3/8/A3 of 30 Mar 1953) Discharged from Kayforce 7 Nov 1953. |
| FITZGERALD, Desmond Francis | 203523 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Gisborne 19 Nov 1928. Served in the RNZAF for approx 12 months. Employed as a driver for State Hydro Dept, Otahuhu, Auckland. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl while in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon. Committed a wide range of disciplinary breaches and paid for them in time (field punishment and detention) and money. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 Jul 1951 and was discharged to unit 10 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Dec 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Aug 1952. And initially went to Otahuhu, Auckland. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FITZGERALD, Edward John | 104116 | Dental Assistant | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 28/08/2053 | Born Christchurch 19 Dec 1925. He had a varied career. He served in RNZAF, was discharged to the Army then discharged altogether. Enlisted in the RNZN 9 May 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland to Korea 2 Mar 1953. TSFD to Hawea 28 Jun 1953 and RTNZ 28 Aug 1953. Continued to serve for some time thereafter reaching the rate of Chief Petty Officer Sick Berth Attendant. Emplaned Whenuapai 6 May 1967 and deplaned South Vietnam 8 May 1967. Served in the first Services Medical Team in Vietnam. Received letter of appreciation from 3rd Sqn, 8th Cavalry Regt, for assistance given. Emplaned South Vietnam 8 Dec 1967 and deplaned Whenuapai 13 Dec 1967. Returned to Devonport Naval Hospital. Discharged and joined the Territorial Force (Army) Otago University Medical Unit. Changed his birth date by five years on entering Territorial Force and taking up a commission. Did not qualify for LS&GC Medal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (V) and NZDSM. Died Devonport, 9 Nov 1998 aged 73 years. |
| FITZGERALD, John Edward | 203634 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 03/12/2051 | Born Putaruru on 8 Mar 1929. There are two men by this name who has previous service in BCOF, Japan. This one was in RNZE, the other in NZDC. He was in the Second Relief and sailed from NZ on 15 Jul 1947 returning on 16 Aug 1948. John Fitzgerald was a bulldozer driver employed by the State Hydro Dept, Tauranga. Attested in Auckland 9 Sep 1950 for KMB. Entered camp to train for Korea on 8 Sep 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA on 5 Oct 1950 and to Active Service 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty., 16 Fd Regt. Admitted to 60 Indian Field Amb 14 Oct 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 26 Nov 1951 for return to Sydney by air as a medical evacuee and entered Repat Gen Hospital Concord (acute Nephritis). Disembarked Wellington 3 Dec 1951 from the Wanganella ex Sydney. Served overseas 359 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 24 Feb 1952. Medals sent to Mt Maunganui. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Putaruru 29 Jun 2001 aged 72 years. |
| FITZGERALD, William | 14391 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 22/07/2055 | Born 16 Jun 1921 Knocktopher or Ballyhale, Kilkeny, Eire. Previous service in the Royal Navy from 4 Feb 1943 to 3 Feb 1953, with the Service No D/SX 155026. Enlisted in the RNZN at TSS Captain Cook in the UK on 17 Mar 1953 as Able Seaman and to Leading Seaman on successive days. After introduction to the RNZN in Philomel and Tamaki he was drafted to Kaniere on 17 Jun 1954 and served in that ship in Korean and Malayan waters. He advanced to Petty Officer on 1 Jul 1955. On return to NZ he later served in Mako and Paea. His Naval LS& GC Medal was approved 11 Feb 1959. Discharged to RA 2 Feb 1963 and he also received the LS&GC Gratuity. Died Auckland 5 Jul 1991 aged 70 years. Later, his family claimed his medals NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. His WWII service medals are not known. The PJM was sent to a nephew in the UK during 2006. |
| FITZPATRICK, Desmond Joseph | 204033 | Driver | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland on 11 Jun 1929. Employed as a timber classer for B.M.A. Construction, of Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Auckland on 12 Jun 1951. His training was conducted in Papakura Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 as a Signalman on TSS Wahine and sailed FOR Korea. Rescued and taken to Darwin. Travelled to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni on 28 Aug 1951 and M/I to NZRTU. Admitted to Brit Comp Gen Hosp 1–10 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) on 27 Oct 1951. Travelled from Kure, Japan to Pusan by ship and entered Korea on 29 Oct 1951. Admitted to 16 Fd Amb 16–23 Jan 1952. Several misdemeanours cover his service record. M/I from NZRTU to NZ Base HQ 19 Jul 1952. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC 27 Jul 1952. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, 27 Mar 1953 and returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Jun 1953. Embarked Kure 2 Aug 1952 on HMNZS Hawea for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 29 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Nov 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to KWSM. Died Christchurch 19 Dec 2011 aged 82 years. |
| FITZPATRICK, Gerald Patrick | 12588 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 01/01/1970 | 08/03/2052 | Born Shorncliff, Kent UK, 7 Apr 1920. Drivers mate before joining the Royal Navy on 5 Mar 1940. Initial training at HMS Royal Arthur and at HMS Drake. Drafted to HMS Norfolk, a heavy cruiser, on 7 Jun 1940 as Stoker 2nd Class and served in her until 22 Aug 1941. During this time he was involved in the hunt for the German auxiliary cruiser Kormoran (not found) and the hunt and destruction of the Bismarck on 26–27 May 1941. In Apr 1942 he was drafted to HMS Wolverine and was then on convoy escort duties. Released from the RN 11 Jan 1946. He entered the RNZN by signing on at HMNZS Cook, in London on 30 Jan 1949 and was granted the rating of Stoker Mechanic. The following day he advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. On 4 May 1949 he was drafted to HMS Loch Katrine which became Tutira but on 7 Jun he was moved to Rotoiti as Stoker Mechanic. On arrival back in New Zealand he was stationed in Philomel and on 11 Feb was drafted to Bellona where he stayed until 4 Jun 1951. He was promoted Leading Stoker Mechanic 30 Dec 1950. On 8 Jul 1951 he was drafted to Hawea and served in that ship during the Korean War. The means of how he joined that ship is not known at this time as Hawea was already in Korean waters. Did he travel to Korea in Taupo, which left NZ 29 Aug 1951 to reach his ship or did he fly? RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and he left the ship on 10 Mar 1952. He was discharged 5 Feb 1953 physically unfit for naval service. Died Auckland 20 Sep 1954. Medal entitlement not known but presumed to include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Defence Medal and War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FITZPATRICK, Henry Thomas | 203524 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Auckland 10 Mar 1925. Served in 2nd relief BCOF, Japan. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 as 813673, Private, NZ Base HQ and served in 2 Bn NZ Infantry. Labourer from Taumarunui. Next-of-kin Mrs E. Fitzpatrick, Onehunga. (mother). Also served in NZ Tokyo Bn 20 May–8 Jul 1948. Attached FAP 14 (F) Sqn RNZAF 21 Jul 1948. CTBA 14 (F) Sqn RNZAF8 Sep 1948. Embarked Japan for RTNZ 25 Sep 1948. Disembarked Auckland 11 Oct 1948. Discharged 13 Nov 1948. Watersider employed by Waterfront Industry Commission. Enlisted in KMB and entered camp on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured 23 May 1951 (back) and admitted American Clearing Station and was discharged direct to unit 1 Jun 1951. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 8 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 195 days. Discharged 13 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.884 was sent om 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Onehunga, Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FITZPATRICK, John (Fitz) | 203867 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/02/2052 | Born Auckland on 1 Feb 1926. Rubber worker from Devonport. Previous service during WWII and in BCOF, Japan 1946–48. (827230, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Electrical assembler from Devonport). Enlisted in KMB and entered Camp on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 16 Fd Field Regiment Signaller and served in 161 Bty. ETD Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ as a Sergeant to attend an OCTU commissioning course. Deplaned Auckland on 9 Feb 1952. Did not pass the commissioning course and took his discharge from Kayforce on 15 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later a JP at Rotorua. Died Rotorua, 16 Feb 2001 aged 75 years. Funeral service at St Faith's Anglican church, Ohinemutu followed by private cremation. |
| FITZSIMONS, Thomas Joseph | 206773 | Lance Corporal | HQ NZ Kayforce | RNZAOC | 30/06/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Opunake 27Jun 1929. Served in RNZAF 7 Jan–27 Feb 1948 for 51 days as Aircraftman Recruit. Grocer employed by National Distributors, Wellington. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement 2nd Flight. Emplaned Auckland 30 Jan 1952 on Teal flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 2 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU and entered Korea 11 Jul 1952. Breached military discipline on several occasions. Admitted Swedish Hosp 8–18 Aug 1952 and was discharged to his unit. M/O NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(ii) List 3 Aug 1952. Hospitalised again 8–11 Nov 1952 followed by another discipline breach. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 9 Dec 1952. Admitted CDS Tokyo 27 Apr 1953 was discharged 29 Apr and returned to Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo. M/I to NZ Base HQ 16 May 1953 and CTBA Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo. Posted to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU 23 Jul 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Oct 1953 (Base Kit Storeman) and to Lance Corporal 12 Dec 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll the same day. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 191 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 1 Mar 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Blenheim, 28 Jan 2007 aged 78 years. |
| FLACK, James Cooke | 203928 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/09/2053 | Born Wellington 6 Jan 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce in Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Gun Number in Dog Troop, 162 Bty. ETD from Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ to attend an OCTU commissioning course. Arrived and deplaned on 9 Feb 1952. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 15 Apr 1952. Re-planed for Korea 28 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer, dated 1 Mar 1953. Temporary Captain while employed as Troop Commander, Fox Troop, 163 Bty, 30 Jun 1953. RTNZ by air deplaning 2 Sep 1953. SOS Kayforce 6 Dec 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living at Upper Hutt in 2004. Died Upper Hutt, 1 Jun 2015 aged 83 years. |
| FLAHERTY, Gerard | 208969 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/05/2054 | 02/06/2055 | Born Warrington, Lancashire, England, UK, 2 Feb 1926. Previous service in the Royal Marines for 3.5 years. Labourer for Post & Telegraph Department, Dunedin. Attested in Kayforce 3 Dec 1953. Posted to RNZA at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 19 May 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan to deplane Iwakuni 22 May 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 2 Jun 1954 and entered Korea 6 Jun 1954. Attached FAP CATC, Inchon for an artillery training course 22 Aug–4 Sep 1954. Treated the time at CATC more of a holiday then a training course. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 12 Oct 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 May 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 14 May 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 2–6 May 1955 and posted to unit. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas flight from Iwakuni to Australia. Deplaned Harewood 2 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 15 days. Discharged 1 Jul 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal (not promulgated through ROs). Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Dunedin 25 Oct 2016 aged 90 years. |
| FLAVELL, Desmond Roy | 204070 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Ohura on 22 Aug 1927. Previous service of 79 days in RNZAF as Aircraftman 2nd Class. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Aug on the Wahine at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning late Sep or early Oct 1951. Embarked Sasebo for 3-day voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured and admitted to Norwegian MASH unit. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| FLAVELL, Eric Samuel Ephriam | 206876 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Taumarunui 16 Aug 1927. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jul 1952. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for travel via Guam, Port Moresby, to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 14 Aug 1954. Brother to 206877 Ivan Flavell. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Te Puke 18 Jun 2015 aged 87 years. |
| FLAVELL, Francis | 326137 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born in Auckland 11 Dec 1931. Upholsterer for Winstones Ltd, Auckland. Attested 4 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Iwakuni and deplaned 2 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep and M/I to his unit 12 Sep 1954. Served in B Platoon. Had some problems adhering to military law and Routine Orders. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 235 days. Discharged 17 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. |
| FLAVELL, Ivan Colin Alfred | 206877 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Taumarunui on 30 Apr 1931. Came from Matiere, Taumarunui. Farmer on family farm. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned at Wellington on 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt two-days before he entered Korea. Served in 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ Japan for rugby trials 26 Feb 1953. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea and went back to 16 Fd Regt after Japan Tour, 8 May 1953. Injured by getting an opposing player’s finger in his right eye. Promoted Lance Bombardier 1 May 1953 and to Temporary Bombardier 19 Jul 1953. Reverted to Lance Bombardier 7 Dec 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base 5 Mar 1954 for rugby trials and went on tour with British Commonwealth Forces Rugby Team tour of Japan. At the end of the tour 31 Mar 1954 he remained with NZ Base HQ on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, Australia and deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 28 Apr 1954. SOS Kayforce 28 Jun 1954 and posted to TF unit. Served overseas 0ne year 277 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Brother to 206876 Eric Flavell. |
| FLAVELL, James Robert | 459341 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 09/04/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Kaihu, Dargaville 8 Dec 1930. He was a fireman for NZ Railways Dept at Tauranga. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. On detachment to ND Sigs Tp 26 Jan–3 Mar 1953. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airline and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 11 Apr 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 22 Apr 1953, entered Korea 23 Apr and M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Apr 1953. Served in C Troop, Divisional Signals. Granted a six-month extension of service dating from 11 Oct 1954. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 9) from Sydney. Served overseas one year 233 days. Discharged 28 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 5 Dec 2004 aged 74 years. |
| FLAVELL, Leon Douglas | 14073 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Paeroa, 6 May 1934. Employed as a bushman before he entered the RNZN on 17 Jan 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Initial training was conducted in Tamaki. Drafted to Bellona 21 Jun 1952–11 Jan 1953. Drafted to Lachlan 12 Jan 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman on 17 Jul 1953. Served in Philomel 3 Oct 1953–30 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 1 Jul 1954 and sailed from Auckland about 19 Jul 1954 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Served as a seaman gunner while in the ship. While in Korean waters the ship was to monitor the Armistice. RTNZ about 28 Jul 1955. On RTNZ Leon was drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 15 Oct 1955 to return the ship to the RN. Arrived in Portsmouth 12 Dec 1955. While in England he spent from 19 Jan–16 Mar 1956 in HMS Drake, returning to Bellona 17 Mar 1956. Drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1956 and after working up sailed from Britain to NZ via the Mediterranean. However, the problem at Suez meant that she had to travel via South Africa. Royalist arrived at Devonport on 20 Dec 1956. He stayed in Royalist until drafted to Black Prince on 3 Apr 1957–11 Jun 1958. Drafted to Pukaki 12 Jun 1958–13 Feb 1960. Participated in Operation Grapple the nuclear monitoring at Christmas Island on 22 Aug 1958–and several times in Sep. DEE 5 May 1960. His Medal entitlement includes, NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZGSM (K), Naval GSM 1915 clasps ‘Near East’ and ‘Malaya’, NZ Special Service Medal. Also remarked about his Korean Gratuity of 22 Pounds One Shilling. Later became a Linesman in Dargaville. Died Northern Wairoa, Dargaville on 23 Sep 2017 aged 83 years. |
| FLAWS, Geoffrey Wyn | 709169 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Kaiwarra [sic] Wellington 23 Feb 1933. Previous service during WWII. Carpenter for King and Albert, Newtown, Wellington. Attested 16 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned at Whenuapai, Auckland, 12 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Oct and entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ (Rugby team) 20–24 Oct 1955. Returned to unit 26 Oct 1955. Previously granted a 12-month extension from 14 Apr 1956 cancelled 18 Jan 1956. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal as 2i/c Section 10 Jan 1956, to Temporary Corporal as i/c Section 12 Mar 1956 and to Corporal 13 Apr 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Apr 1956. Emplaned Japan 5 May 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8 May 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 210 days. Discharged 4 Jul 1956 and posted to TF unit. Applied for entry into the RF in Jul 1964 but withdrew his application in Sep 1964. Died Johnsonville, Wellington 6 Sep 2003, aged 70 years. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FLAWS, Norris Colin | 709966 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/04/2054 | 08/05/2055 | Born Wellington 4 Aug 1931. Served in 6th CMT intake. Driver for Belwood Bitumen, Wellington. Attested 9 Dec 1953 in Kayforce. Posted to RNZASC 26 Jan 1954. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 May 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 8 Nov 1954 and to Lance Corporal 12 Apr 1955. M/O Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 8 May 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 19 days. Discharged 16 Jun 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Brother of William George Flaws q.v. |
| FLAWS, William George (Jock) | 711451 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/10/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Wellington 28 Apr 1930. Fitter and turner employed by H Wansborough, Seatoun. Attested in Kayforce 22 Apr 1963. Posted to RNZASC while in Waiouru. Attended OCTU selection course. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Oct 1953 and entered Korea circa 1 Nov 1953. Served in C Platoon and later in the Workshop section. Attached FAP to 25 Inf Bde to attend a Junior NCO course of six weeks. Passed with level ‘B’ and was 11th out of a class of 74. His course report stated: “Although he started the course with only a fair knowledge of general military training subjects, he made excellent progress. He co-operated with staff and students in a most satisfactory manner. This man has considerable instructional ability. He is a good leader.” Promoted Lance Corporal 20 Jul 1954, Temporary Corporal (Ordnance Artificer Corporal)[‘Ordnance Artificer Corporal] 23 Aug 1954 and to Temporary Sergeant 7 Oct 1954 as OA Sergeant. Returned to his unit. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 21–23 Jun 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 20 Dec 1954. Reverted to Corporal. Acting Sergeant 2 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 85 days. Discharged 5 Mar 1955 and posted to Class ’C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Wellington 26 Aug 2012 aged 82 years. Brother of Norris Colin Flaws q.v. |
| FLAY, Bruce James | 203730 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born 18 Dec 1924. Came from the Bombay area. Enlisted in the KMB in late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Number in Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool and then served in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning in Auckland 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 151 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.895 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to his given address in Cambridge. Discharged 7 Sep 1952. Died Whangarei, 10 May 2008 aged 83. Remains interred in the Maunu Services Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died 2008. |
| FLEET, Rex | 12859 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Whangarei 19 Dec 1929. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 13 Jan 1949 as a Stoker. Drafted to Tamaki for his initial training followed by further training in Philomel. Like many of his colleagues his first sea service was in Bellona to which he was drafted to on 3 Sep 1949–28 Aug 1951. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Jan 1950. Served in Philomel 29 Aug 1951–22 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. She relieved Hawea at Sasebo on 2 Feb 1953 and was deployed for patrol and support duties. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Drafted to Tamaki 15 Aug 1943. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic (Local) 1 Sep 1953 and to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 10 Jan 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 5 Apr–9 Dec 1954. Served in Philomel and was DEE on 12 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Hastings Jan 2017 aged 88 years. |
| FLEMING, Dugald Alastair | 203892 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Auckland 21 May 1929. Truck driver for J.B. O'Loghan, Auckland. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon 24 Sep 1951. Another reference shows he was with NZ Tpt Platoon on 7 Apr 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hospital 19 Feb–12 Mar 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 28 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 5 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Aug 1952. Died Auckland 16 Apr 1981. Family later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FLEMING, Joseph William | 204204 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Totara North, Whangaroa Harbour 22 Nov 1924. Farmer and motor mechanic at Mangonui able to handle Chevrolet, Ford, Fargo, Reo, Austin and Morris vehicles. Attested 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire to sail for Japan disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on the troopship Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Entered Korea 29 Apr 1952 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 25 Oct 1952. Promoted Temporary Bombardier while holding appointment of Vehicle Mechanic Battery HQ, 14 Feb 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 13 Jun 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged to unit 3 Jul 1953. Promoted Bombardier 14 May 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Dec 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FLEMING, Maurice Robert | 11717 | Ordinary Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Wellington 30 Jul 1930. He was a clerk before he entered the RNZN on 22 Jan 1948 as an Ordinary Telegraphist. Underwent training in Tamaki and was drafted to Waiouru (the Naval Wireless station was not named then) 28 Feb 1949–31 Jan 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 1 Feb 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. The remnant of his file has a stamp “Served in Korea”. His RNZN Posting Card provides more detail. On RTNZ he served briefly in Philomel before returning to Irirangi 10 Jan–20 Apr 1952. Sent to HMAS Cerberus to attend trade related course 25 Apr–15 Aug 1952. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Irirangi. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1952 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea once more. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 1 Mar 1953. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 but stayed in his ship until 6 May 1954. He served in Philomel and was DEE on 29 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FLEMING, Roland William | 208201 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/07/2053 | Born Cheviot 9 Sep 1922.Previous Served in the Territorial Force in 2 Bn Canterbury Regt. Served in 2 NZEF from 1 Oct 1941. Embarked with the 10 Reinforcements for the Middle East 21 Jul 1943. Disembarked Egypt 14 Aug 1943. Served in 26 Inf Bn. Embarked Alexandria for Italy 5 Oct 1943. M/I to 26 Inf Bn from Advanced Base 12 Feb 1944. Battle Casualty–Wounded 28–29 Mar 1944 with shrapnel wounds both arms and left side of abdomen. Also wounded a second time. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Temporary Corporal) 18 Jan 1945 but reverted to the ranks at his own request 15 Feb 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star and Italy Star while in Italy. TSFD to NZ Roll ‘Pokeno’ 9 Dec 1945. Embarked Italy for RTNZ 31 Dec 1946. Disembarked Lyttelton 23 Jan 1946 and was discharged 2 Apr 1946. Served overseas two years 187 days. Probably awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Butcher for C.M.F Coy (freezing works) Pareora. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Posted to RNZASC 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni and deplaned 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo and disembarked Korea 8 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 8 Sep 1951 and served in the Composite Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 11 Nov 1951 then to Lance Corporal while appointed ‘Issuer’. Promoted Temporary Corporal then Corporal butcher and issuer. Promoted Corporal 1 Nov 1952. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 14 Jun 1953, TSFD to NZ Roll and M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 and deplaned Wellington 8 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 342 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Sep 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Christchurch 9 Jun 1988 aged 66 years. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FLESHER, Morron | 14250 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Otaika, near Whangarei 8 Jun 1935. Employed as a postman before he entered the RNZN on 22 May 1952 as a Junior Stoker. Served in Tamaki and Philomel to receive his initial training. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 8 Dec 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan–27 Nov 1953, Was in Philomel 28 Nov 1953–25 Feb 1954 and returned to Black Prince 26 Feb 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 15 Oct 1954 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Served in Irirangi 21 Sep 1955–6 Nov 1956. Served briefly in Kiwi and then Black Prince again. Drafted 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in his ship until October. Served again in Black Prince 3 Oct 1958 then in Tamaki, Philomel, Endeavour, Black Prince, Royalist and Philomel again 11 Jan 1961. All these changes took place in 16 months. DEE 7 Jun 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| FLETCHER, David Bethune | 12872 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Lawrence, Otago on 5 Sep 1926. Employed as a moulder for the New Zealand Railways before entering the RNZN on 13 Jan 1949 as a Stoker. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki 13 Jan–13 Apr 1949 followed by further training in Philomel until 2 Sep 1949. Drafted to Bellona 2 Sep 1949 for his first sea service which included some port visits round New Zealand. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1949 and to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 13 Oct 1950. Returned to Philomel 8 Jan 1951. Drafted to Kiwi 23 Aug 1951 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1951. Drafted to Hawea 18 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the British Eastern Fleet in Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 29 Jun 1953. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but he remained in his ship until drafted to Bellona in the Reserve Fleet on 12 Nov 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 27 Sep 1954 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic with the effective date shown as 29 Jun 1954. Returned to Philomel 10 Dec 1954 and was DEE 12 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FLETCHER, Harold George Sydney | 13108 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Lewisham, London, UK, on 16 Jun 1918. Enlisted the Royal Navy 13 Nov 1933 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No D/JX140489. After his initial training he served in several ships including the cruisers Delhi, Colombo and the battleship Royal Oak before she was sunk by U–47 at Scapa Flow. He served in Durban from Jan 1940–1 Nov 1941, the same class of cruiser as Delhi. Promoted Acting Leading Seaman during this service. Leading Seaman Fletcher also served in MGB 13 and MTB 654 and at several coastal service shore stations like HMS Hornet (Gosport) and HMS Beehive (Felixtowe) in the UK and in the Mediterranean (HMS St Angelo (Malta) and HMS Hannibal (Taranto Area of Italy). One man was killed during an engagement with an enemy force while he was in MGB 654. He reached the rate of Petty Officer (Acting Chief Petty Officer Minesweepers 5 Jul 1945). WWII medals are not known but could include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Also served in the Merchant Navy after leaving Royal Navy and before joining RNZN on 22 May 1950. Advanced to Leading Seaman in the RNZN 23 May 1950 and to Petty Officer on 24 May 1950. Drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951–23 Mar 1952 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korean waters. Hawea RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Mentioned in Despatches, 3rd Supplement to London Gazette, of 30 Sep 1952 as of 3 Oct 1952. Mentioned in Despatches certificate sent to Tamaki 27 Mar 1953 for presentation to Harold Fletcher. Promoted Chief Petty Officer (Coxswain) 13 Feb 1953. Appointed Sea Cadet Instructor 22 May 1960 and served in Dunedin. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, Naval Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (with gratuity 11 Jul 1953). Discharged to RA 30 Oct 1964. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Timaru 6 Aug 2013 aged 95 years. |
| FLETCHER, James Thomas | 15344 | Shipwright 3rd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Medway, Kent, UK, 15 Mar 1930. Entered the RNZN 10 Mar 1955 as an Acting Shipwright and underwent initial training in Tamaki. His training continued in Philomel as an Artificer Class 4 (Art 4). Drafted to Black Prince 22 Sep 1955 and advanced to Shipwright Artificer 4th Class on 10 Mar 1956. Drafted to Royalist 3 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Artificer Division and advanced to Shipwright Artificer 3rd Class on 6 Mar 1958. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in the ship until 21 Sep 1958. Served in Tamaki 22 Sep 1958–13 Jul 1960. Served in Philomel 14 Jul–13 Sep 1960 and then drafted to Lachlan where he served from 14 Sep 1960 to 31 Aug 1961. He then served for the remainder of his time in Philomel from 1 Sep 1961. Advanced to Shipwright 1st Class on 1 Jan 1962. DEE 9 Mar 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| FLETCHER, Peter William | 1472 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Auckland 30 Sep 1920. Was a garage boy before he entered the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class on 30 Oct 1936. His initial training was in HMS Philomel and his first sea service was in the light cruiser HMS Leander. He served in this ship from 1 Oct 1937 to 4 Nov 1943 and was on board during the action which sank the Italian auxiliary cruiser Ramb 1 off the Maldives. Leander then captured the Vichy French ship Charles L.D. in the Indian Ocean and was part of the force hunting the German raider Pinguin south of the Maldives. In 1941 Leander was TSFD to the Mediterranean Fleet and was active against the Vichy French during the Syria-Lebanon campaign. During this activity he advanced to Leading Seaman (LSea). Returning to New Zealand in Nov 1943 he was next drafted to Muratai, a port minesweeper staying with this ship until 29 Jun 1944. He was in Tamaki from 30 Jun 1944 until 14 Oct 1947 and was promoted Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) on 23 Mar 1945 and to Acting Petty Officer (Permanent) 23 Sep 1945 and to Petty Officer on 23 Mar 1946. He was awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. His next move was back to a big ship and he served in Bellona from 15 Oct 1947 to 24 Sep 1948. Drafted 3 Jul 1950 to Tutira and left with that ship for Korean waters. On 4 Nov 1950 he was TSFD to Pukaki and RTNZ on 3 Dec 1950. DEE 30 Dec 1950. He qualified for the award of the Korean Medal and UN Korea Medal for his service in Korea. Peter Fletcher died at Greenlane Public Hospital 23 Apr 1983 aged 63 years. No mention of his being awarded the Korean medals on the remnant of his file. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FLETT, Alistair | 211440 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 02/11/2056 | Born Napier 29 Dec 1927. Carpenter employed by Joinery Supplies Napier. Attested in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements 14 Oct 1955. Posted to RNZASC as carpenter at Burnham. Emplaned Auckland 10 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and flew via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Jan 1956. Travelled to Inchon by ship. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 26–30 Jan 1956. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 20 Feb 1956, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 27 Feb 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Mar 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon as Chief Clerk 15 May 1956. Also admitted to Canadian Med Det 26 Jun 1956. Discharged to unit 2 Jul 1956. Admitted US evacuation Hosp 19 Sep and discharged to unit. TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Oct 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 2 Nov 1956. Served overseas 298 days. Discharged 29 Nov 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FLEURY, Claude Chenevix Eccles (Chen) | 330295 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Auckland on 16 Jul 1931. Compulsory Military Service Trainee. (Wellington Regt) 1952–54. Enlisted in Kayforce Feb 1954. Flew by service aircraft to Japan and returned the same way. Tech Assistant. Also served in Brit Com HQ at Kure and Tokyo. Was NZ sub-editor of the Forces Newspaper in Tokyo that was printed by Japan Times. Emplaned 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Discharged on 22 Aug 1956 and posted to TF unit (3 Auckland Northland Regiment). Returned to Korea in 1956 and worked for US Army Post exchange in Pusan until 1959. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later awarded NZGSM (K). From 1961 had 35 years’ service with National Airways Corporation (NAC) and Air New Zealand. Living at Greenlane, Auckland, 2007. Died Greenlane, Auckland, 23 Dec 2014 aged 83 years. |
| FLINT, Allan Frederick | 774126 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/04/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Kaikoura 19 Sep 1932. 2nd intake of CMT and then a serving TF soldier in Nelson Marlborough West Coast Regt. Slaughterman in Christchurch. Attested 27 Nov 1953 in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 21 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Apr 1954. Entered Korea 4 May 1954. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Also served as Driver 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb three times for up between four and seven days between 2 Jan and 16 Feb 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning at Auckland 7 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 19 days. Discharged 3 Jun 1955 and posted to a TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch 24 Aug 2012 aged 79 years. |
| FLINTOFF, George Robert | 783290 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 19/09/2055 | Born Murchison on 4 Nov 1932. Served in the RNZASC as a Driver (Regular Force) from 5 Jan 1951 to 13 May 1952. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Nelson during Nov 1952. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 16 May 1953. Granted 12 Month extension for service in Korea. Was one of a handful of Kayforce personnel who married a young Japanese woman (Miss Takae Fujiwara) while in theatre. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Dec 1955 and posted to TF unit. Served in the TF until he TSFD to the Regular Force on 20 Jan 1959. Served in RNZASC at Burnham Camp and at Addington. Discharged on 19 Mar 1962. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FLINTOFT, George Wayne | 208202 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born 'Rotherham', Amuri Pass, approx halfway between Greymouth and Waiau, Canterbury, on 11 Mar 1928. Bulldozer driver for Amuri County Council. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force at Christchurch. Embarked Wellington 23 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and accommodated in Larrakeyah Barracks awaiting flight to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) on 13 Oct 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan and entered Korea on 15 Oct 1951. Served in ’D’ Section 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 8 Nov 1952 (fever), TSFD to 37 Canadian Fd Amb and discharged to unit 18 Nov 1952. M/I from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Apr 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 7 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned from Teal flight Wellington at 7.30am on 13 May 1953. Served overseas one year and 286 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jul 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Waiau, North Canterbury, 1996. Brother of Hubert John FLINTOFT. Died Waiau 24 Apr 2002 aged 74 years. |
| FLINTOFT, Hubert John | 208203 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born 'Rotherham', Amuri Pass, approx halfway between Greymouth and Waiau, Canterbury, on 4 Dec 1929. Civil trade carpenter. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Rescued from the Wahine was taken to Darwin and accommodated in Larrakeyah Barracks awaiting flight to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt Signals on arrival in Korea. Served near his brother. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned 13 May 1953. SOS Kayforce 11 Jul 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Brother of George Wayne FLINTOFT. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Murchison, 22 Sep 2008 aged 79 years. |
| FLITTEN, Frederick James Roy | 12257 | Cook (Officers) | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Walthamstow, London, UK, on 22 Nov 1927. He started work as a cabinetmaker before he entered the Royal Navy. The date of his RN Service is not yet known. Nor are any awards he may have received. Possibly entered the RN on 7 Dec 1942 with Service No 75157. Entered the RNZN at Cook in London on 14 Jun 1948 as a Cook (Officers). Drafted to HMNZS Arabis which had been returned to the RN and was held at Chatham as an accommodation vessel alongside HMS Lock Shin until this ship was ready for handing over to the RNZN as HMNZS Taupo on 13 Sep 1948. HE was one of the crew who brought this ship to NZ. Drafted to Pukaki 3 Feb 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. She was involved in escort and covering duties mainly on the west coast of Korea. He returned to NZ on 3 Dec but remained in the ship until 3 Jan 1951. The remainder of his service in the RNZN was shared almost equally between Philomel and Tamaki. He and his wife returned to Britain and he was DEE from Maori on 23 Aug 1951 and returned to Walthamstow, London. It is not known if he received the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, which he earned by his service in Pukaki. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FLOOD, Rex Albert John | 457972 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/03/2054 | 02/11/2056 | Born Greytown 26 Nov 1932. TF soldier. Bulldozer driver for DSIR. Rotorua. Attested in Kayforce 28 Oct 1953. Posted to RNZASC 16 Nov 1953. Emplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1954 as a Driver on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Apr and entered Korea 5 Apr 1954. Accidentally injured 15 May 1954, admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb and TSDFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged to NZ Base HQ 16 Jul 1954 and remains on X(ii) List. M/O to NZRTU 3–31 Mar 1955 and returns to NZ Base HQ. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Aug 1955. Only in his unit a short time and was then attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 1 Sep 1955 and then returned to his unit 23 Sep 1955, Granted a further 12-months extension of service dating from 27 Sep 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (furlough) 23 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Dec 1955 and deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956. Deplaned Japan 25 Feb 1956 and M/I to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo. M/I to NZ Base HQ 26 Feb 1956, posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to that unit 3 Mar 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Oct 1956, emplaned for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 2 Nov 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 155 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1957 and posted a TF unit HQ CRASC 24 Jan 1957 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Attested in RF (2 Bn NZ Regt) 2 Mar 1959 but blotted his Service Record. Discharged at own request on pay 1 Mar 1960. No retiring leave and only one day PA Leave. Went to live in Shannon. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Masterton, 15 May 2004 in his 75th year. |
| FLOWERDAY, John Douglas (Jack) | 31161 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | NZ Base HQ | NZ Regt | 21/04/2054 | 30/05/2055 | Born 1 Jun 1923. Regular Force soldier who enlisted on 1 Oct. 41 during WWII. Served in Italy with 7 Anti-Tank Regt. Served in BCOF, Japan in 4 Fd Regt, RNZA. Seconded to Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned 21 Apr 1954 for Japan on Teal flight departing from Christchurch. Travelled to Korea by Teal then Qantas via Sydney. Entered Japan 24 Apr 1954. Regimental Sergeant Major NZ Base Camp in Japan. CSM 10 Tpt Coy RNZASC for short time in Korea. SOS Kayforce 8 Jun 1955 and re-posted to Regular Force. Instructor to Fiji Military Forces in 1956. Also served in Malaya. Manager of the RR Centre for NZ personnel in South Vietnam. Appointed MBE (NY Hons 1965) and LS&GC Medal (Military) and Meritorious Service Medal. See Service Lives Remembered. Living at Hamilton in 1998. Died Hamilton, 24 Jun 2003 aged 80 years. |
| FLY, William John | 206073 | Gunner | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 27/05/2052 | Born Masterton on 21 Jun 1926. Employed as a vehicle mechanic for South Wairarapa Motors, Carterton. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon, RNZASC. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 5 Oct 1951 and to Lance Corporal 12 Jan 1952. Accidentally injured 27 Jan 1952 and admitted Norwegian MASH, fractured collar bone, thigh bone and lower leg. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 May 1952. Evacuated to NZ as a surgical stretcher case and disembarked Auckland 27 May 1952 from SS Monowai. Flown to Masterton and admitted Masterton Hospital 29 May 1952. Served overseas one year 170 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged 26 May 1953. Died Hamilton, 19 Jul 1995. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FLYGER, James Alexander | 206472 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Petone on 9 Dec 1914. Came from Rukuhia, Hamilton. Temporary Lance Corporal. Tractor Driver for Downs & Co, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas to Iwakuni and deplaned 30 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Sep 1951 and reverted to Driver CTBA 2i/c ‘B’ Tpt Pl. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 13 Jan 1952. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 3 May 1952 and returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl 14 Feb 1953. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 298 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jul 1953. Died Hamilton 23 Jan 1972 aged 58 years. His family may claim his NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FOALE, Leslie Frederick | 12641 | Electrical Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 28/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hampstead, London, 26 Jul 1913. Served in the Royal Navy with Service No C/MX54256 from 1 Feb 1937 and for war service from 3 Sep 1939 to 29 Sep 1942 He served in the Royal Indian Navy 30 Sep 1942 to 6 Jan 1946 then he returned to the RN 7 Jan 1946 until to 6 Apr 1949. Enlisted in the RNZN in London as Electrical Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Electrical Artificer 1st Class on successive days. This engagement was for five years with the option of discharge in New Zealand or the UK. Leslie was a member of the crew that brought Tutira to New Zealand. He was drafted to Bellona 17 Sep 1949 to 2 Feb 1950. His next ship was Taupo in which he served from 3 Feb 1950 in NZ and Korean waters. On RTNZ from Korea on 21 Oct he stayed with the ship until 25 Jan 1953. He later served in Bellona (again), Black Prince twice and Royalist. Service in Royalist also allowed him to qualify for a further medal for service in Korean waters during the second commission leaving NZ 20 May 1957 and returning 4 Jul 1958. Rotoiti was his next ship in which he served from 22 Aug 1958 to 4 Aug 1959 some of that in Malaysian waters. He flew from NZ to Join this ship as there was an urgent need for an Electrical Artificer on that ship. His service was extended for two years. Discharged to RA 12 Feb 1961. Later employed as a General Service Hand at the Naval Base from Nov 1963 until 12 Apr 76. Died Auckland 6 Mar 1983. He was awarded the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star Defence Medal, War Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (25 Aug 1957). His medallic entitlement may include the Burma Star and family may well claim awards for further NZ Service including NSOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| FODDY, Brian Edward | 13962 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Hastings, 20 Dec 1929. Employed as a labourer before he entered the RNZN on 27 Sep 1951 as a Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class. His Training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel until 15 Jan 1953. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 6 Feb 1952 and to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 27 Sep 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–20 Apr 1954 then served in Tamaki 21 Apr 1954–4 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Kaniere RTNZ 8 May 1957 but Brian Foddy remained in the ship until 16 Jan 1958. Drafted to Black Prince 17 Jan–9 Oct 1958. Also served in Royalist 10 Oct 1958–9 Jul 1959. His final weeks of service were in Philomel from 10 Jul 1959 until he was DEE on 26 Sep 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FOGARTY, James Brian | 211302 | Corporal | 10 Tpt Company Wksp | RNZASC | 21/10/2053 | 08/04/2055 | Born Waipukurau 18 Mar 1930. Employed as a mechanic for Mason and Paton at Waipukurau. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 8 Jul 1953 and was posted to RNZASC. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 23 Aug 1954, Temporary Corporal 20 Nov 1954 and to Corporal 21 Mar 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 23 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Apr 1955 and deplaned Auckland 8 Apr 1955 from Teal flight es Sydney. Served overseas one year 170 days. Discharged 30 Jun 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 26 Jul 1984 aged 54 years. Buried Waipukurau cemetery. |
| FOK HIN SING | 0 | Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 13/06/2058 | Chinese crewman, recruited in Singapore and discharged at Hong Kong at the end of the deployment. |
| FOLEY, Patrick Barry | 211341 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Napier 17 Aug 1932. Driver for Hawkes Bay Catchment Board. Attested 9 Dec 1953 and underwent training in Waiouru. Posted to RNZA 26 Jan 1954. Did not comply with Routine and Standing Orders which continued through his time in Korea. Emplaned Wellington 2 Jun 1954 on Teal to Sydney. Continued by air and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 16 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and was TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 12 Oct 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to attend a Cooking Course 16 Sep 1955 and returned to his unit on 17 Oct 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 191 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Feb 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FOLEY, Ronald Anthony Cramer (Ron) | 206310 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 19/02/2053 | Born Gisborne 18 Jul 1928. Clerk in the Social Security Dept., Wellington. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to NZ Sigs Tp and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 5 Nov 1950. Embarked as a signalman 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 9 Jul 1951, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, discharged and remains on X(ii) List 27 Jul 1951. M/O to NZRTU and TSFD to X(iv) List. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ) component (G Troop) and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 11 Aug 1951. To be Temporary Lance Corporal while appointed OWL (Operator Wireless & Line?) NCO, promoted Temporary Corporal while appointed OWL (Operator Wireless & Line) NCO 28 Jan 1952 and to Temporary Sergeant 12 May 1952 while holding this appointment. Promoted Sergeant 12 Aug 1952. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to N Z Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Jan 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 21 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 14 Feb 1952. Deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 73 days. Discharged 8 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.908 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to Napier. Died Napier 8 Apr 2008 aged 78 years. Buried at Wharerangi Lawn Cemetery. His NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM were later issued to his family. |
| FOLLAS, Keith Ivan | 458928 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/07/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Papatoetoe, Auckland, 5 Feb 1931. Came from Walton, between Morrinsville and Matamata. Employed as a driver for his father Mr A.T. Kifollis (Correct name) at Morrinsville. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jul 1952 on RMA Ararangi (Teal flight) to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy the same day. He was hospitalised on three occasions for between six and 10 days and returned to his unit each time. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 16 Feb 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 261 days. SOS Kayforce 2 Jun 1954 and posted to TF unit. Discharged from TF 23 Apr 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FOOT, Desmond George | 15525 | Junior Signalman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 03/09/2057 | Born Palmerston North on 25 Mar 1940. He was a school pupil before he entered the RNZN on 19 Jan 1956 as a Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 10 Jul 1956. He served in Tamaki and advanced to Junior Signalman on 20 Dec 1956. He RUN on 31 Mar 1957 and was recovered on 4 May 1957 and returned to Tamaki. Drafted on 20 May 1957 the day that Royalist sailed from Auckland to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. However, his Posting Card shows RUN again on 22 Jun 1957 when Royalist was operating from Sydney. He was recovered and returned to Philomel on 3 Sep 1957. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman on 25 Sep 1957. Drafted to Kaniere on 6 Nov 1957 and RUN again on 9 Nov 1957. Recovered 18 Feb 1958 and returned to Philomel. Dismissed HM Service on 5 Mar 1958. His name is listed in the Royalist Second Commission Handbook, but he did not qualify for any medallic awards or even the NZDSM as he had not completed the minimum three-year time requirement for this award. |
| FOOT, Thomas Melvyn | 14207 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Napier 14 Oct 1934. Employed as a fibrous plasterer’s assistant before he entered the RNZN on 7 May 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki 7 May 1952–9 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan 1953. Advanced to Able Seaman on 7 Feb 1954. Served briefly in Bellona, then Philomel and was drafted to Kaniere on 9 Jul 1954 which sailed from Auckland about 19 Jul 1954 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Kaniere was in Korean waters Nov 1954 to Mar 1955. Kaniere RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 but Able Seaman Tom Foot remained with the ship until 22 Nov 1955. Drafted to Irirangi 23 Nov 1955–14 Feb 1957. His next ship was Rotoiti from 15 Feb 1957–17 Mar 1958. Later served in Philomel, Kaniere again and Black Prince again. DEE 13 Oct 1960. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM and NZDSM (R). |
| FOOTE, George Joseph | 13411 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Napier 30 Dec 1933. Employed as a butcher’s assistant before entering the RNZN on 29 Jan 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. Like most of his shipmates his initial training was conducted in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 8 Feb 1951. Drafted to Bellona 16 Aug 1951 for his first sea service. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 13 Jun 1951. Changed trade from seaman to Electrical Mechanic and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class 29 Nov 1951. Eight weeks of his service as an Ordinary Seaman was noted, “…May count towards advancement to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class”. Served briefly in Philomel 13 Dec 1951–7 Jan 1952 prior to departure to HMAS Cerberus 8 Jan–24 Jun 1952 on trade related course. RTNZ and was drafted to Bellona 25 Jun 1952. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 4 Oct 1952. He remained involved in Bellona in the Reserve Fleet until 23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and sailed on 29 Apr 1955 from Devonport to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 1 Jul 1955 while overseas. On RTNZ he remained in Pukaki until drafted to Black Prince 14 Aug–9 Nov 1956. Also served in Endeavour for five weeks then returned to Black Prince 14 Dec 1956–1 May 1957. Sent to HMAS Cerberus for further trade related course 2 May 1957–17 May 1958. He returned to Philomel 18 Mar 1958 and his rating to Leading Electrical Mechanician was shown as dating from 1 Jul 1956. From 10 Sep 1958–9 Sep 1959 he served in Royalist, Black Prince again and back to Royalist. His final months in service were in Philomel from where he was DEE on 29 Dec 1959. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FORBES, Donald Albert | 207791 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/05/2052 | Born Dunedin on 13 Jun 1923. Served in the RNZN (Service No 8246) from 14 Sep 1943 to 3 Mar 1946 seeing service during WWII as a radar operator mainly in Tamaki and Philomel. On 8 Jan 1945 he was drafted to HMNZS Gambia remaining with that ship until 20 Feb 1946. This meant that he saw some of the last shots of WWII at sea and was in Tokyo Bay on 2 Sep 1945 for the signing of the Japanese Instrument of Surrender. He was DEE on 3 Mar 1946. Able Seaman (Radar) Forbes was awarded the 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal for his WWII service. Plasterer from Dunedin. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 7 Jan 1951 while holding appointment of Battery Commander's Assistant. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Jun 1951. Admitted Comwel Dressing Station, Tokyo 12–19 Jan 1952. Promoted Bombardier 5 Mar 1952. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 25 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Wellington 30 May 1952. Served in Korea one year 173 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 22 Jul 1952. Died Cherry Farm, Dunedin on 30 Dec 1986 aged 63 years. His family was later awarded the NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FORD, Bruce Willdey | 774321 | Gunner | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZA | 28/08/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Blenheim 13 Jun 1933. Enlisted in Kayforce 5 May 1954. Ambulance driver for Marlborough Hospital Board. Serving TF soldier. Emplaned 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and TSFD to RNZ Sigs 9 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 7 Sep 1954. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt was posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to RNZASC on 9 Nov 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 May 1956 and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 8 May 1956. Served in Korea one year 255 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Apr 1957 and posted to TF unit. Joined Regular Force 1 Aug 1957. Embarked on HMT Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957 for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957 and M/I Nee Soon Camp. M/O to Field Training Centre at Kota Tinggi 28 Dec 1957. Served in Malaya with B Coy, 1 NZ Regt under Lieutenant Colonel Kim Morrison. M/O to Mersing Camp, then to Nyasa Camp. Admitted BMH Kamunting 1 Jan 1959 again 25 May 1959 then 5 Jun 1959. Went to Cameron Highlands for recovery. Embarked Penang on HMT Captain Cook and Disembarked Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Posted to SD Coy, RNZASC on return to NZ. Became a long serving soldier and served mainly in the South Island. Attended Sergeant to Staff Sergeant promotion course but only partially qualified. Sergeant Ford was awarded the LS&GC Medal 1 Aug 1975. Discharged 1 Jan 1978. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and PJM. Died Christchurch 12 Sep 2007 aged 74 years. |
| FORD, St.Clare Charles | 203680 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Waihopu, upper Northland 19 Jul 1924. Gum Digger from Waihopo. Previous service in 1 Bn The Northland Regt with Service No 1/3/1428 the Army during WWII. He first enlisted in 2 NZEF at Kaitaia as Signalman in 2 Div Sigs (Emb Roll No.9) with Service No 459929 and sailed from NZ between 1 Jul and 31 Dec 1942 for service in the Pacific Islands. He returned to NZ and embarked (459929, Signalman, 3 Div Sigs–Emb Roll No.15). for the second time 13 Jan 1945. For service in Fiji with ‘M’ Force. Admitted hosp in Fiji. Next-of-kin, Mrs M Ford (mother), Waihopo. Awarded Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Linesman for the P&T Dept at Kaitaia. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Sigs Troop and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Sigs Troop and served as a Signalman in the 16 Fd Regt. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 28 Bde Sigs Tp 11 Jun 1951. CTBA 28 Bde Sigs Tp and attached FAP Line of Com Indep Sigs Sqn 5 Aug 1951. M/I NZ Base HQ and attached FAP NZRTU 17 Feb 1952. CTBA NZRTU and returned to NZ Base HQ 24 Mar 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 26 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 139 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.912 was sent 14 Mar 1957 to his given address in Waihopo. Died Northland 24 Dec 1989 aged 65 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FORD, William McLue | 211045 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZA | 04/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, Scotland, 12 Dec 1924. Served in the RNZAF for four years as Leading Aircraftman. Carpenter for J. Williamson, Wellington. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted tp RNZASC 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1953 as Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 13 Jun 1953 and entered Korea the next day. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 30 May 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 16 Jun 1954 and discharged direct to unit 24 Jun 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 14–16 Oct 1954, discharged and returned to unit. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 170 days. Discharged 10 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.913 was sent to his given address on 14 Mar 1957 but was returned unclaimed to Base Records where it remains today. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FORDE, James Raymond | 208490 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Wairio, Southland, on 30 Dec 1926. Miner at the State Coal Mine, Ohai, Southland. Attested as a Kayforce Replacement Draft on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on the Teal flying-boat Awatere bound for Sydney. Continued onward by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted to Able Troop, 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 21 Jul 1953 and appointed Gun 2i/c. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 27 Sep 1953 and to Bombardier 10 Nov 1953. A small note shows he was a football and cricket player. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base 13 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZ Base 18 Nov 1953. Returned to Sydney on SS Taiping embarking 29 Jan 1954 at Kobe, Japan and travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 279 days. Discharged 24 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Nightcaps, 23 Jun 1998 aged 72 years. |
| FORDE, John Daniel Raymond | 208056 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Invercargill? 23 Jan 1928. Clerk for New Zealand Railways Department at Invercargill. Expansion Force. After rescue from the Wahine was taken to Darwin. Flew by Qantas from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 28 Aug 1951. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 19 Jan 1952 and entered Korea 21 Jan 1952. Attached FAP NZRTU 16 Feb–6 Apr 1952. Played fullback in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Apr 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 14 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Frankton 1996. Died Hamilton, 16 Apr 1998 aged 70 years. Buried Hamilton Park Cemetery. |
| FORDE, Patrick Noel | 208599 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Riverton 1 Dec 1924. Clerk employed by Southland Frozen Meat Co, Makarewa. Attested 12 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA in Burnham Camp during Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 14 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 28 Sep 1952 and was attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 29 Sep 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 4 Nov 1952 and CTBA 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Dec 1952 while holding the appointment of Pay Ledger Clerk and to Bombardier 1 Mar 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 6 Sep 1953 (tonsillitis) and discharged direct to unit 12 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 20 Jul 1953. Absent from place of Parade, severely reprimanded and reverted to Bombardier 26 Oct 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 7 Dec 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 19 Dec 1953 and to Sergeant 10 Jan 1954. Returned to NZ Base HQ 4 Mar 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. His employment in Kayforce varied from Pay Clerk to Movements NCO and Administration NCO. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 31 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 270 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 12 Jun 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.917 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Frankton Junction. Died Hamilton 23 Feb 1992. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FORDE, Thomas Joseph | 207702 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Rangiora 12 May 1929. Employed as a clerk in Farmers Co-op Assn, Christchurch. Enlisted in KMB in Aug 1950. Posted to RNZA while in Waiouru camp 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in The Regt until posted to NZ Base HQ 12 Oct 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier while appointed 2 Ech clerk, Temporary Bombardier 4 Jan 1952 and then to Bombardier 14 Mar 1952 and to Sergeant 5 Jun 1952. RTNZ 14 Jun 1952 on furlough and deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952. Visited his parents in Christchurch and reported into Burnham Camp when leave ended. Re-emplaned (Ararangi) Wellington 22 Jul 1952 for return to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 and returned to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Dec 1952 while holding the appointment of NCO 2/IC 2 Ech and to Staff Sergeant 1 Mar 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 4 Jul 1953. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and deplaned Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 218 days. Discharged 19 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.916 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Employed as Senior Clerk, National Airways. Attested in Regular Force 9 Aug 1955. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 30 Oct 2001 aged 72 years. Buried at Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| FORMAN, William Christie | 206878 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 23/01/2054 | Born Marton 27 Mar 1927. Farmhand at Kimbolton, north of Feilding. Attested 16 Apr 1954 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. His military service started poorly with several misdemeanours two of which resulted in time in Ardmore Detention Barracks. Similar disciplinary failures continued during his service in Korea. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Dec and entered Korea 16 Dec 1952. Served in C Tpt Platoon. Accidentally injured 11 Nov 1953 and admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb (petrol burns to right leg). TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure and evacuation to NZ was recommended. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Jan 1954 RTNZ for medical reasons and deplaned Wellington 23 Jan 1954. Served overseas one year 51 days. NZ Army arranged further medical treatment in NZ. Discharged 16 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM. Died Dunedin 13 May 2008 aged 81 years. |
| FORREST, Andrew McReadie | 13097 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Camlachie, Glasgow, Scotland 16 Oct 1913. He had served through WWII as a mobilised RN Volunteer Reservist and when he entered the RN proper he was granted a basic date for reckoning for all purpose as 25 Feb 1940 and could count six years 122 days towards pension. Unfortunately, the ships in which he served during the war are not known. He was awarded the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with France & Germany clasp. Africa Star, Italy Star and War Medal. After the war he was employed as a labourer and entered the RN on 27 Jun 1946 as an Able Seaman. He advanced to Petty Officer (Temporary) over the next two-days. He served in Victory, Diadem (light cruiser), Howe (battleship), King George V (battleship) and Loch Glendhu (frigate) and progressed to Petty Officer (Permanent) on 1 Apr 1949. He was released to the Reserve 24 Jul 1950. He entered the RNZN on 17 Jul 1950 so had done this before he was formally released from the RN. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel until 28 Feb 1951. Sent to HMAS Ruschcutter 1 Mar–1 Dec 1951. On RTNZ he was drafted to Rotoiti 2 Dec 1951 and sailed on 2 Jan 1952 from Devonport to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. While in Korea just before the end of the TOD he was disrated to Leading Seaman 28 Feb 1953. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 but remained in Rotoiti until drafted to Bellona 15 Aug 1953. He also served in Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–13 Jun 1955. Discharged BNPS 17 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FORREST, Geoffrey | 301642 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 17/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Rotorua 28 Oct 1932. Served in 8th intake of CMT and served in 1 Hauraki Regt. Attested in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements 30 Jun 1953. Posted RNZ Sigs to while in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Nov 1953 and entered Korea the next day. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA 24 Jun 1954. M/O (16 Fd Regt) to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft to deplane Auckland, 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year nine days. Discharged 8 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit (1 Bn Hauraki Regt). Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FORREST, Gordon Espie | 11320 | Leading Stores Assistant | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Christchurch? 17 Dec 1927. Entered the RNZN as a Probationary Stores Assistant 24 Oct 1946. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Advanced to Stores Assistant 24 Apr 1947 which was amended to 24 Jan 1947. Drafted to Bellona 4 Jul 1947 then returned to Tamaki 5 May 1948. Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 1 Jun 1949. Served in Philomel 10 Aug 1949, then in Bellona again 4 Feb 1950 and back to Philomel 19 Jan 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Rotoiti RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 but Gordon remained in the ship in the Reserve Fleet until 8 Sep 1953. Drafted to Bellona in the Reserve Fleet on 9 Sep 1953 and advanced to Stores Petty Officer on 22 Feb 1954. He was a member of the crew who sailed this ship from Devonport on 14 Oct 1955 back to the UK to return it to the RN in 1956. Many of the crew TSFD to make up the numbers of the crew of Royalist which was commissioned and handed over to the RNZN on 9 Jul 1956. On arrival back in NZ Gordon served in Philomel and Tamaki before he returned to Royalist on 19 Apr 1960. He advanced to Acting Stores Chief Petty Officer on 5 May 1960 and to Stores Chief Petty Officer on 23 Jun 1960. He later served in Philomel until drafted to Taranaki on 22 Jul 1963 then returned to Philomel 17 Oct 1964. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (23 Nov 1961). Discharged to RA 23 Oct 1966 and went to live in Christchurch and took up employment as a stock controller. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 6 Mar 2007. |
| FORRESTER, D'Arcy Vivian | 208035 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born 1 Apr 1925 Previous service in RNZAF for seven months in the rank of Aircraftman 2nd Class. He was a labourer at Ocean Beach Freezing Works, Bluff before attesting 19 Feb 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force at Invercargill. Posted to RNZASC 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine as a Driver. Flown from Darwin 29 Aug 1951 by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I 2 Sep 1951. Admitted Norwegian MASH 7 Dec 1951 TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Trg Unit and was discharged from there 11 Feb 1952 to NZ Base HQ then to NZRTU 12 Feb 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 26 Feb 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 28 Aug 1952 to appointment of RDI (Regimental Driving Instructor?) Sergeant. Promoted Lance Corporal 28 Nov 1952, Temporary Corporal 12 Dec 1952, Corporal–Temporary Sergeant 1 Feb 1953 and to Sergeant 1 May 1953. M/I from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ roll 14 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 343 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Admitted Wellington Hosp 10 Aug 1953 (Malaria) until treatment completed. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Oct 1953. Returned to Tokomaru Bay when he came back to NZ Died Stewart Island 18 Oct 1969 aged 44 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FORRESTER, William George | 11595 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Wellington 7 Mar 1927. Employed as a builder's labourer at Christchurch. Entered the RNZN on 2 Oct 1947 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Telegraphist on enlistment. Underwent training in Philomel and Irirangi. Served in Waiouru (the naval signal station was not known as Irirangi at that time) 11 Jan 1949–31 Jan 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 8 Feb 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Promoted Telegraphist on 16 Apr 1950 on the way to Japan. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951 and after a short stay in Philomel was drafted to Irirangi 17 Jan 1952. DEE 1 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. But only UN Korea Medal is shown on his posting card. Not known if the Korea Medal was ever issued to the serviceman. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FORSDYKE, Harold Henry Frederick | 13853 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Rushmere, Suffolk, England 3 Apr 1920. Previous service in Royal Navy with Service No SSX19315 then EX 95137. Entered the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class in HMS Pembroke on 10 Nov 1936. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 19 Feb 1937. Drafted to HMS Wildfire then HMS Pembroke (shore stations) then to Sussex (heavy cruiser) 29 Jun 1937–19 Feb 1941. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman, Stoker 2nd Class and then to Stoker 1st Class by 24 Jun 1939. In the period in which he served in the ship she was involved in the hunt for the Graf Spee in 1939. Sussex served in the Indian Ocean in early 1940 and returned to Britain to serve with the Home Fleet in Mar. She was under repair in Princes Dock, Glasgow, when hit by a bomb which caused a serious fire needing the dry dock to be flooded without time to stop water getting into the ship and she capsized. She was re-floated in Oct 1940 and under repair for nearly two years. Harold Fosdyke was administered by HMS Spartiate but still attached to Sussex 20 Feb 1941–18 Jun 1942. Served in Pembroke 19 Jun–17 Nov 1942. Served in Tyne (Hecla Class depot ship) 18 Nov 1942 until 23 Apr 1947 advancing to Leading Stoker (Permanent) by 20 Oct 1945. Tyne served in the Normandy invasion and was then allocated to the British Pacific fleet. He returned to Britain, was drafted to Pembroke 24 Apr 1947 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Temporary) 2 May 1947. Discharged by Purchase 2 Jul 1947. Entered RNZN at Maori 30 Jun 1952 rated as Stoker Mechanic and on the following days to Leading Stoker Mechanic and 2 Jul 1952 Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. Served in Black Prince 16 Jan–1 Mar 1953, Bellona 2 Mar–18 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953–23 Feb 1955. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea during the deployment to Korea of Pukaki in this period. On RTNZ his service was mostly in the big ships of the RNZN, Bellona, Royalist and Black Prince. He was a crew member on the delivery voyage of Royalist from the UK which was involved with the Suez affair. The Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity was approved 26 Mar 1958, while he was serving in Black Prince in Feb 1958. He was then Petty Officer Mechanic (Engineering). Final sea service was in Rotoiti 10 Jun 1961–14 Jan 1962. Discharged to RA 29 Jun 1962. Awarded 1939–45 Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Palestine’ (replacement), UN Korea Medal and NZGSM (NE). He has what appears to be three further medals in a photograph of him but the detail is not known. |
| FORSTER, John | 208952 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Newcastle-on-Tyne England 9 Dec 1925. Labourer for NZ Insulators, Temuka. Previous service in the Army for four years as a sapper. Attested in Kayforce 3 Aug 1953. Posted to RNZA 26 Aug 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight from to Sydney and onwards to Japan deplaning Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 9 Jan 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 14–18 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Oct 1954 and appointed Duty NCO and to Lance Bombardier 15 Oct 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Harewood deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas 328 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FORSTER, Warneford Bertie | 13802 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Ashington, Northumberland, UK, on 22 Jul 1913. Employed as a coalminer before he entered the Royal Navy 29 Ju 1937 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No P/KX 91565. Underwent training in HMS Victory and HMS Medway and advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 29 May 1938. He returned to Victory 1 Jan–6 Dec 1941 and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 21 Mar 1941. Drafted to Tamarisk (corvette) 5 Dec 1941 and was based on HMS Spartiate and HMS Eaglet until 31 Jan 1942. It appears that most of this period was served in the River Clyde area. Administered by Victory 1 Feb–28 Mar 1942 then served in Broadway (destroyer) 29 Mar 1942–17 Jul 1943 based on HMS Ferret and was involved in Atlantic convoy escorts. On 12 May 1943 Broadway together with Lagan and aircraft from Biter (escort carrier) destroyed U-89 north-east of the Azores. Back in Victory he advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) on & Sep 1953. He served in Kilmartin (sloop) 23 Feb 1944–13 Nov 1946 and was based in HMS Cormorant (Gibraltar), Victory III (and accounting base and HMS Wildfire (Sheerness). Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Permanent) 21 Oct 1946. He was drafted to Loch Alvis [sic] (Loch Alvie–Frigate) which was also based on HMS Wildfire. His final ship in the RN was Duke of York in which he served 31 Jul 1947 to 1 Aug 1949. Released from the RN to the Reserve. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 10 Apr 1952 as a Stoker Mechanic and advanced on the next two-days to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. On arrival in NZ was drafted to Philomel and served in P 3551 (also known as Mako). Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953 to 1Aug 1954. Served in Tamaki 2 Aug 1954–23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 19 Mar 1955. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. On RTNZ he stayed in Pukaki until drafted to Black Prince on 10 Aug 1956–24 Feb 1958. He then served in Pukaki again 25 Feb 1956–16 Jul 1958 and advanced to Acting Chief Mechanician (Engineering) (Local) on 28 Feb 1958 and then Chief Mechanician (Engineering) on 1 May 1958. Pukaki was involved with monitoring the nuclear tests in May and Jun 1957 He continued to serve in Philomel, Tamaki and Lachlan. Discharged to RA 9 Apr 1962. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 4 Oct 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) NZSSM and NZDSM (R). |
| FORSYTH, Douglas Nicol | 203845 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Enlisted during Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Gun Number in 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier through to Sergeant. Photographed with friends having a meal beside their gun where the Battery was in position. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1952 and initially returned to Hamilton. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FORSYTH, James Ian McLeish (Ian) | 13697 | Surgeon Lieutenant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 28/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hugglescope, Gloucestershire, on 3 Jul 1926. Medical practitioner, M/B., Ch.B. Mentioned in Despatches. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori at the NZ High Commission in London and appointed to RNZN on short service commission on 7 Jun 1951. In HMS Victory, Additional for course RN Medical School, Alverstoke and Radiological Defence Course. Appointed Ship’s Doctor, M.B., B.Ch. HMNZS Philomel additional for passage 7 Jul–11 Aug 1951. On arrival in NZ was in RNZN Hospital HMNZS Philomel. Appointed to Taupo 22 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korean waters. Went ashore at Yang Do to help attend to the wounded after the battle with North Korean attackers. Returned to Taupo with 13 casualties one of whom died from his injuries. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 23 Dec 1952, p.6732; London Gazette, Supplement, 30 Sep 1955). Appointed to Philomel on return of his ship to NZ. Returned to the UK and was discharged from Maori on 23 Jun 1954. Entered the Medical Branch of Permanent RNVR in rank of Surgeon Lieutenant. With seniority 11 Mar 1950. |
| FORSYTH, Murray Lister Alston | 203599 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born in Hamilton 1 Oct 1927. Previous service in RNZAF (Service No 46383) after the end of WWII and served in the rank of Aircraftman 2nd Class for about nine months. Mainly employed as a farmer between leaving RNZAF and joining Kayforce. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served on Baker No.3 Gun in 161 Bty. Promoted through the ranks and became Gun Sergeant in Baker 3. Served wherever 16 Fd Regt was located from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel and return to below the 38th Parallel. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned Auckland 30 Aug 1952. RTNZ in the rank of Sergeant. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Dec 1952. Living at Omokoroa, near Tauranga in 2004. |
| FORSYTH, Owen Leslie | 13367 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Oamaru 5 Mar 1935. Scholar before he entered the RNZN on 15 Jun 1950 as Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki where he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 21 Dec 1950. Served in Bellona, Kaniere and Bellona again and was then drafted to Hawea (in the Reserve Fleet) 30 Aug 1952. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve a second time with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 5 Sep 1952. When the Armistice was signed in 1953 Hawea returned to NZ on 29 Aug 1953. Served in Philomel from 3 Nov 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman on 5 Dec 1953. His Posting Card is marked RUN on 23 Mar 1952 and he did not return to Philomel until May 1952. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter 13 Aug 1954 and qualified as Under-surface Warfare 3rd Class on 1 Nov 1954. His Posting Card is marked RUN a second time but his time on the loose was nearly six months. He was recovered in Australia on 27 Apr 1955 and held at Rushcutter until returned to Devonport in Kaniere on 22 Jul 1955. Drafted to Philomel 23 Jul 1955 but RUN again 22 Aug 1955. This time he was on the loose until 26 Feb 1957 nearly one year six months. Discharged BNPS 13 Jul 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. It is not known if he is entitled to any further awards. From a list supplied by Ronald McMillan. |
| FORT, Kenneth Albert (Aussie) | 206473 | Signalman | Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Timaru on 18 Aug 1929. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 2 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 at on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. At Cairns Ken Fort and two other pipers led the NZ troops in a march from the ship to town and back again. Travelled from Darwin to Iwakuni, Japan by Qantas aircraft. Travelled from Sasebo to Korea by ship disembarking Pusan. Served in Div Sigs, Force Maintenance Area Seoul, Kure Base Sigs (for three months) then the Force Maintenance Group Z Sigs Troop. Played Auld Lang Syne on the pipes, over the Artillery radio network on New Year’s Eve 1951 (See McGibbon p.249). Letter by Signalman Fort in the RNZRSA Review Summer 2013 states, “Later in 1951 on New Year's Eve at Div HQ in Korea, my commanding officer, Jack Wray (of H Troop, known as How Troop) asked me to play the pipes over the artillery network at midnight which I did”. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1953 for RTNZ by air and deplaned Wellington 15 Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1953. Living in Australia in 1996. Last known address Bellingen, NSW 2454 Australia. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FORTES Tereroa John (aka MANUEL) | 204257 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/05/2052 | 20/11/2054 | Born Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands 7 Oct 1929, as a machinist for Reid Rubber Co, Penrose, Auckland. Attested 10 Jan 1952, as a Kayforce Replacement. Attested as Manuel but correct surname is Fortes. Employed His training for Korea was conducted in Papakura and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 29 May 1952 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1953. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to his unit in Korea 4 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 29 Sep 1953 and to Lance Corporal 18 Jan 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation and was TSFD 9 Nov 1954 to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1944 from Teal flight (Flight 1) ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 176 days. Discharged 18 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded KWSM and entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Deceased but date and place not known. |
| FOSTER, Bruce Albert | 206308 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Marton 1 Apr 1929. Driver for British Pavements td., Hastings. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and M/I to this unit 4 Jun 1952. TSFD to the NZ Roll 4 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Wellington 21 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 149 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.962 was sent 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Hastings. Died in a tree felling accident Ormondville 9 Jul 1985 aged 56 years. |
| FOSTER, James William Thomas | 206474 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Palmerston North 5 Sep 1925. Farmer at before he entered the RNZAF and was issued the Service No 44981 on 4 Mar 1944. Served on Guadalcanal and was repatriated to NZ and was discharged 23 Aug 1945 as an Aircraftman 1st Class. He was then a porter at Palmerston North Public Hospital. Enlisted in Jayforce but was struck off the strength 26 Jun 1946. Did not proceed overseas. Attested 12 Sep 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Employed as a silver polisher in Wellington and as a timber treatment worker, Palmerston North. Embarked Wellington on 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. Rescued from the Wahine and taken to Darwin. Emplaned Darwin 11pm 5 Sep 1951 on Qantas flight to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 6 Sep 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 10 Sep 1951. Served in ‘A’ Tpt Pl. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Section 2i/c 7 May 1952 and to Lance Corporal 7 Aug 1952. Admitted CDS Tokyo 29 May 1952 and was discharged direct to unit 6 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal (Section Commander) 17 Dec 1952 and to Corporal 17 Mar 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Palmerston North 9 Jul 1988 aged 62 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FOSTER, Raymond John | 74060 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Ohakune 11 Mar 1932. Tractor driver for Dryden and Morgan Ltd, Papatoetoe. Enlisted in the RNZAF Territorial Air Force 10 Dec 1951 and served for seven months. Attested in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953 and was TSFD to the Army after a lengthy delay. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Aug 1953. Admitted CDS Tokyo 29 Jan 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 23 Feb 1954. Twice neglected ROs and went AWOL. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 19 Jan 1954 and to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 10 Sep 1951 and to Bombardier 9 Oct 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 Teal flight (Flight 4) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 102 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jan 1955. Joined Regular Force 1 Aug 1957 and M/I to Waiouru Camp 4 Aug 1957. Posted to Active Service 10 Nov 1957. Embarked TSS Captain Cook and sailed for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Garrison Camp 15 Dec 1957. M/I to FTC Kota Tinggi 27 Dec 1957 for training at Jungle Warfare School. To be Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Feb 1958. M/O Nyassa Camp 12 Feb 1953, M/I to Ipoh Area 13 Feb 1958 and M/O Ipoh Area to Tanah Hitam Camp 4 Mar 1958. HQ Coy also Attached C Coy as at 14 Jan 1959. Reverted to Private on CTB 2i/c Section. military discipline breached twice more. M/O to Changi airport, Singapore. Emplaned 5 Aug 1959. Deplaned from RNZAF Hastings Whenuapai 7 Aug 1959. Discharged at own request 5 Oct 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ 16 Dec 1957 on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958 which was issued 23 Dec 1958. Died Timaru 29 Aug 1973 aged 41 years. Later awarded NZOSM and PJM. |
| FOSTER, Raymond John | 924115 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Kurow 15 Jan 1930. Labourer for Mr T. Helfernan of Timaru. Attested 17 Jun 1954 as a Kayforce Replacement and was trained for Korean service mainly in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZASC while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan deplaning at Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954 and M/I to that unit 2 Oct 1954. Built a catalogue of military discipline breaches. Posted to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 Mar 1956. Deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings aircraft. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 31 May 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Timaru 29 Aug 1973 aged 43 years. No awards shown in his service record. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FOSTER, Stanley Henry | 204004 | Craftsman | 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 18/12/2052 | Born Foxton 19 Mar 1930. Engine Fitter at Chelsea Sugar Works, Birkenhead Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for the sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 2 Sep 1951 and M/I 28 Fd Engr Regt the same day. To be Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Mar 1952 while appointed Tech Storeman. M/O to NZ Base HQ to Furlough 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for ETNZ (furlough) 13 Dec 1952. Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Did Not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 140 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Feb 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea and UN Korea Medals, NZDSM and KWSM. Employed in Thames Valley Laundry, Te Aroha after discharge. Died 20 Aug 1993 aged 63 years. |
| FOSTER, Stanley Reginald (Stan) | 12761 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Brompton, UK, 14 Feb 1928. Entered the Royal Navy on 26 Sep 1945 and was issued with the Service No C/KX 774273. Served in the following ships and shore bases: HMS Royal Arthur, HMS Drake, HMS Imperieuse Pembroke, Euroclydon (shore station on Malta), Liverpool (Town Class light cruiser), Triumph (light fleet aircraft carrier) and Leander, a cruiser well known to New Zealanders. Highest rank held was Leading Stoker Mechanic. Discharged from the RN on 11 Apr 1948. Enlisted in the RNZN at Maori (London) 15 May 1949 (under the Frigate Entry scheme) for a period of five years as a Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic the following day but reverted to Stoker Mechanic on 3 Oct 1949. He served in the following RNZN ships Tutira 18 May–21 Sep 1949, Bellona 21 Sep 1949–31 Jan 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti on 31 Jan 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 4 Oct 1950. Rotoiti served mainly on the west cost of Korea and RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic on 5 Oct 1951. Back in NZ he served in Philomel, Bellona on at least two occasions and in Echuca b. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch on 24 Sep 2012 aged 84 years. |
| FOSTER, William (Geordie) | 206671 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/05/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Newcastle, England 8 Sep 1917. Served as a Gunner in 72 Bde (18-pounder guns), RA, TA, Served in the RAOC, British Army from 1 Mar 1937 to 3 Jan 1947. Enlisted as a Private and trained as a Storeman Ammunition Technician. Promoted Warrant Officer 1st Class 18 Jan 1944. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp and War Medal. Enlisted in the RNZAOC at London 5 Apr 1949 and was granted the rank of Private, Temporary Sergeant. Discharged at his own request from the RF 6 Jan 1951. He was somewhat unsettled in the NZ Army. He was a trackman for the Wellington Racing Club. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 16 May 1952 on Teal flight at bound for Sydney. Travelled by BCPA or Qantas via Port Moresby and Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 20 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 16 Aug 1952 and to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 25 Sep 1952 and appointed 2i/c gun. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 22 Nov 1952 and was appointed i/c gun. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class and appointed Troop Sergeant Major 162 Bty 30 Dec 1952. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class 30 May 1953. H was elected Mess President of 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. He was sent to Waiouru as an Instructor but was discharged 3 Feb 1954. |
| FOTHERINGHAM, Raymond George (Ray) | 13907 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Invercargill 28 Sep 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 20 Sep 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel he was drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Travelled to Korea via Sydney, the Java Sea, Singapore and Hong Kong. Served mainly on the west coast waters of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Was part of the crew that took Bellona back to the UK. Served in Royalist on its delivery voyage to NZ. Involved in the Suez incident. Also served in Black Prince and in Irirangi. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living in Christchurch 2004. Died Christchurch 5 Mar 2021 aged 89 years. |
| FOTHERINGHAME, Austin Sinclair | 203800 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/08/2053 | Born Auckland 19 May 1928. Came from Kaukapakapa. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Field Regiment Pool and Storeman/Driver. RTNZ 1 Jul 1951 (RTNZ Roll 17) as a candidate for an OCTU selection and training course. Re-embarked for Korea on 20 Aug 1951. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 21 Nov 1951 (Temporary Captain). RTNZ 2 Aug 1952 and re-embarked for Korea 8 Sep. Promoted Lieutenant but retained Temporary Captain rank while employed as RNZASC Officer, 21 Nov 1952. Later Workshop Platoon Commander. Captain, Appointed MBE, “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 to 27 Jul 1953.” (London Gazette, No.40161 of 20 Apr 1954.) Emplaned Japan 3 Aug 1953 for RTNZ at the completion of his tour and deplaned NZ 6 Aug 1953. SOS Kayforce 28 Oct 1953 and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Auckland 1972. Died Katikati, 7 Jul 2010 aged 82 years. |
| FOWELL, Owen (Chook) | 33942 | Lance Corporal | NZ Base HQ Ord Sec | RNZAOC | 31/01/2052 | 02/09/2053 | Born Palmerston North on 6 Nov 1930. Regular Force soldier enlisted in Sep 1949 and served to 1954. Attached to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on HMT Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Served in Korea in Pusan, NZ Ordnance Supply sub-unit from Mar 1952 to Sep 1953. Also served in Seoul area attached FAP RAOC Base Ordnance Depot. Played rugby and cricket for his local unit when time permitted. M/O NZ Base HQ for RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1953 and deplaned Wellington 2 Sep 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 214 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force soon after arriving back in New Zealand. Discharged from the Regular Force in 1954. Living in Upper Hutt in Jul 2000. Died 28 Nov 2018 aged 88. |
| FOWLER, Lance Aubrey | 13491 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/02/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Lower Hutt, 17 Apr 1928. Enlisted in the RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as Stoker Mechanic. Served in Kaniere Aug–Sep 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 21 Nov 1951 and changed trade to Steward 17 Sep 1952. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Taupo 18 Sep 1952 and RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Later attended a course in HMAS Cerberus 3 Jan–9 Apr 1953. Also served in Lachlan, Wakefield (where he may have been serving at the officers’ mess at Fort Dorset or at Defence HQ) and Black Prince. Drafted to Bellona 19 Sep 1955 and when that ship was returned to the UK he was part of the crew. He then served in Royalist on its delivery voyage from the UK and was involved in the Suez incident. On RTNZ he served in Philomel until DEE 27 Sep 1958. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NZE) and KWSM. |
| FOWLER, Ronald Martin | 208491 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 24/11/2053 | Born Gore 9 Jun 1930. Clerk for Shell coy, Dunedin. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as Kayforce Replacement draft. Posted to RNZA 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on Teal 6th flight to Sydney. Continued by civil Air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 6 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 10 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. M/O and attached FAP to NZRTU to attend CATC course 21 Jul 1952. CTBA to NZRTU 1 Sep 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 24 Sep 1952 and to Lance Bombardier 22 Dec 1952. Promoted Temporary Bombardier and appointed TARA (Technical Assistant RA) Bombardier 1 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 20 Jun 1953 and appointed Troop TARA Sergeant. M/O 1 Nov 1953 to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll and M/I 4 Nov 1953 to NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 21 Nov 1953 and deplaned Wellington 24 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 206 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 24 Jan 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.932 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Gore. Died Mt Maunganui 2 Nov 1991 aged 61 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FOWLIE, Douglas Morrison | 203770 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Dargaville on 16 May 1929. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed via Brisbane and Manila. for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, Fd Regt Pool and served as a Troop Vehicle Mechanic. Promoted Temporary Bombardier. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 22 Sep 1951. Promoted to Bombardier during tour. Served overseas one year 258 days. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and deplaned Auckland 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged 21 Oct 1952.Entitled to NZDSM. Died North Shore, Auckland, 8 Feb 2013 aged 83 years. |
| FOX, Joseph Moore | 206402 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 04/02/2053 | Born Wellington on 10 Oct 1929. Civil trade Postman at Otaki. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 26 Feb 1951. Photographed at Trentham cleaning his rifle prior to emplaning with 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai, Auckland (1st Flight) 14 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Disembarked Korea 25 Aug 1951. Served in 16 Fd Regt. One of 31 who emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 1 Apr 1953. Died Otaki 4 Dec 1990 aged 61 years. |
| FOX, Kenneth | 206160 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Dunedin 24 Jun 1924. Grocer at Star Stores (NI) Ltd Wellington. Served in the NZ Army Temporary Staff. Served in RNZAF (Service No 435192) 20 Apr 1943–Feb 1946. Served in Pacific area including Bougainville and NZ. Awarded 1939–45 Star. Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Highest rank achieved Leading Aircraftman. Re-enlisted in RNZAF 19 Mar 1947 and was discharged 10 Mar 1949. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to RNZA 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Attached FAP to Brit J.R.H.U for a cooking course 16 Oct 1951. Admitted 25 ADS 10–29 Jun 1951 and was discharged direct to his unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9–26 Aug 1952. Discharged to NZ Base HQ and remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 265 days. Discharged 27 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Lower Hutt 21 Feb 1991 aged 67 years. |
| FOX, Nicholas Willoughby | 13896 | Acting Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 28/04/2055 | Born West Ham, Essex, UK, 21 Mar 1922. Entered the RN on 6 Dec 1937 as a Boy 2nd Class and commenced training in HMS St Vincent an RN Boys Training station. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 10 Sep 1938. Drafted to Glasgow (light cruiser) as Boy 1st Class on 16 Dec 1938 and stayed in her until 25 May 1941. While in Glasgow he advanced to Ordinary Seaman and then to Able Seaman. Glasgow was involved in the Norwegian campaign firstly trying to intercept Germans ships returning to Germany and was then under bombing attacks by German bombers off Bergen on 9 Apr 1940 and was damaged by near misses. She landed troops near Harstad and three-days later landed Royal Marines at Namsos and days later landed part of 15 Inf Bde and Andalsnes. On 29 Apr 1940 she evacuated King Haakon and Crown Prince Olav, Nygaardsvold’s Cabinet and part of the Norwegian Gold reserve. Glasgow then served as a convoy escort in the Mediterranean and was part of the raid on the Italian Fleet at Taranto on 14 Nov 1940 before sailing to join the East Indies Fleet at Aden and then serving in the Indian Ocean. He served in Victory and Excellent until drafted to Lauderdale (Hunt-class destroyer) 2 Jan 1942–20 Mar 1943 and was involved with North Sea convoy escorts for the rest of the year. Nicholas Fox served in the Mediterranean in Lauderdale for the first three months of 1943. Drafted to Icarus (destroyer) 16 Jun 1943 and was involved with Atlantic convoy escorts. In Mar 1944 she damaged U–744 which was forced to surface. She rescued 28 Survivors of the crew. In Jun Icarus was nominated for duties during the Normandy landings after which she returned to convoy escort protection. In Jan 1945 she attacked and sank U–1199. In Aug 1945 he returned to Glasgow and served in her until 10 Dec 1947 being advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) on 17 Jul 1947. He later served in Reggio (LST 3511) HMS Bruce (shore station) Zephyr (destroyer) and Liverpool (cruiser) 5 Jul 1950–8 Jun 1952. Discharged from the RN 14 Aug 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France & Germany’ clasp), and War Medal but others not known. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London 15 Aug 1952 as Able Seaman and advanced to Leading Seaman the next day. On arrival in NZ served for a short time in Philomel and was drafted to Irirangi 11 Nov 1952–14 Jun 1953. Returned to Philomel 15 Jun 1953 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer the same day. Served briefly in Bellona and then served in Tamaki 22 Sep 1953–15 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for service with the British Pacific Fleet in Korean waters. RTN on 28 Apr 1955. He later served in Philomel, Tamaki and Lachlan. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). DEE 18 Aug 1958. He was later engaged as a General Duties Man at the Devonport Naval Base on 30 Jan 1973. Discharged at own request on 30 Aug 1974. |
| FOX, Ray Albert | 814759 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Christchurch, 7 Jun 1932. Trimmer for New Zealand Railways. Served in 2nd Intake CMT. Was a member of 5 Indep Fd Sqn RNZE in Mar 1951 and had reached Corporal on 1 Apr 1954. Enlisted in Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Emplaned 21 Dec 1954 Harewood on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued onto Japan by civil air to deplane Iwakuni for travel to Korea. Deplaned Japan 25 Sep 1964. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954 and M/I to the unit in Korea on 2 Oct 1954. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area South 25–27 Oct 1954 for burial Party duties. Embarked Kure, Japan on 22 Mar 1956 for RTNZ and discharge on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the return on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Whenuapai 6 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 30 Jun 1956 and posted back to 5 Indep Fd Sqn, RNZE his old TF unit. Died No.4 Hanger, Christchurch Airport 13 Jun 1972. Buried Waimairi Cemetery, Christchurch 16 Jun 1972. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FOX, Robert Murray | 206475 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 23/08/2052 | Born New Plymouth on 10 Apr 1930. Farmhand from Okato, Taranaki. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 1 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington on 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for Korea. Rescued from the Wahine and taken to Darwin. Flown by Qantas to Japan and travelled by boat from Sasebo to Korea. Posted from NZRTU to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Held rank of Lance Corporal for a period while serving in Korea. RTNZ for compassionate reasons to run the family farm owing to the illness of his father. Served one year and 23 days overseas. Emplaned 20 Aug 1952 at Iwakuni for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Sep 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| FOX, Thomas | 208994 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 19/02/2056 | Born Seaham, County Durham, England on 12 May 1927. Enlisted in Kayforce at Christchurch on 17 Jun 1954. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight bound for Sydney. Continued on by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 1 Oct 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served as a transport driver in the Seoul area. Emplaned 15 or 16 Feb 1956 for RTNZ by air from Japan and deplaned NZ 19 Feb 1956. Served overseas one year 182 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 May 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.938 was sent 14 Mar 1957 to his given address in Wellington. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FRAEI, Edmund Ion | 204342 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 20/01/2054 | Born Te Kuiti 10 Oct 1920. Sheet metal worker for Bycrofts Ltd, Auckland. Lived on Waiheke Island. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, from NZRTU and entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 5 May 1963 TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and discharged 7 May 1953 direct to unit. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 30 Dec 1953. ETD Pusan 3 Jan 1954 for travel to Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Jan 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 233 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.939 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Auckland. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FRAME, James | 14622 | Surgeon Lieutenant | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Motherwell, Nth Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK, on 10 Oct 1916. Entered the RNZN as a Probationary Surgeon Lieutenant, M.B.CH.B. on 15 Oct 1952, with seniority dating from 15 Oct 1948. Served briefly in Bellona, Philomel and Tamaki. Appointed to Pukaki on 8 Sep 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korea and RTNZ on 28 Sep 1954. Promoted Surgeon Lieutenant on 7 Dec 1953. Once back in NZ he served in Tamaki and Philomel and worked in the RNZ Naval Hospital. Released on 14 Feb 1956 his Short Service Commission completed. Later entitled to NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M) and NZDSM. |
| FRAMPTON, Brian Patrick (Paddy) | 208166 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Invercargill 2 Aug 1927. Panel beater at Invercargill before enlisting in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 14 Oct 1952, TSFD to Brit Com General Hospital, Kure and was re admitted 10 Nov to 21 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 202 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 May 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Attended Korean Armistice Day celebrations in Korea with the Prime Minister's party in 2003. (Grandson also attended as he won a place for an essay competition.) |
| FRANCE, Robert John (Froggy) | 690749 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/12/2055 | 12/08/2057 | Born Petone on 25 Jul 1935. May have been born on a ship but was possibly registered in Petone. Enlisted 17 Oct 1955in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last). Emplaned 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) at Auckland for passage to Sydney, then by civil air to Japan via Darwin and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Was a Driver in C Platoon 10 Tpt Coy camp near TEAL Bridge over the Imjin River and also was at Inchon. Was involved in transporting freight, soldiers and paraphernalia of war. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Whenuapai on 12 Aug 1957. Discharged 12 Mar 1958. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living at Dannevirke in 2004. Died Dannevirke 2 Oct 2006 aged 71 years. |
| FRANCIS, David William (Dave) | 11422 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 08/07/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born New Plymouth 9 Oct 1931. Was a scholar before he enlisted in the RNZN on 13 Mar 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. Was in the 11th Class of Seaman Boys. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 18 Sep 1947. Served in Bellona 20 Jan 1948–2 Feb 1949. Drafted to Taupo 3 Feb 1949 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 10 Oct 1949. Served in Philomel, Bellona and Kaniere before he was drafted to Rotoiti on 8 Jul 1951. Understood that he flew via Sydney, Brisbane, Port Moresby and Hong Kong and joined his ship at Kure, Japan. Being an Armourer may have been the reason why he was required in Rotoiti in Japan and Korea. Served on patrols near the Han River and North Korea west coast. RTNZ in Rotoiti via Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. On return to NZ he later served in Philomel, Black Prince and Bellona. DEE 24 Sep 1955. Attended Korean Armistice Day Celebrations in Korea with the Prime Minister's party in 2003. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| FRANCIS, Lionel Douglas | 204343 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/07/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born Auckland 3 Feb 1925. Factory hand and labourer for Abels Ltd, Auckland. Embarked Wellington 29 May 1946 on the Empire Pride to sail to Japan and RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight (Aparima) to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 29 Jul 1942. Attached FAP to Brit J.R.B.D. for Cooking Course. Went AWOL for almost two days on his way to the course. Awarded 14 days CB and 14 day’s pay. Continued to complete the course and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Dec 1952. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for Cooking Course 26 Jun–11 Jul 1953. M/I 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA NZ Base HQ 14 Jul 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Aug 1953 and to Lance Corporal 10 Nov 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey deplaning Auckland 29 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1954 to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954. AWOL again and breaking out of barracks 25 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 26 Jun 1954. Re-entered Korea 28 Jun 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 1 Jul 1954 TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and was posted back to his unit 8 Jul 1954. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 8 Sep 1954 and M/I 11 Sep to attend cooking course. AWOL 2 Oct 1954 and again 3 Oct 1954 and surrendered at NZ Base Camp 14 Oct 1954. Reverted to Driver (own request) 30 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 and deplaned Auckland from RNZAF Hastings 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas two years 98 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. No mention of NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Discharged 3 Mar 1955. Died Kaikohe 29 May 2012. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate was unclaimed and remains in NZDF Archives today. |
| FRANCIS, Robert John | 14096 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Wellington 29 Sep 1934. Employed as an apprentice fitter and turner at Ministry of Works, Gracefield, Lower Hutt. Enlisted in the RNZN 24 Jan 1952 in the rate of Probationary Stores Assistant (Junior PSA). Advanced to Stores Assistant 29 Nov 1952. Drafted to Pukaki 28 Jul 1953 and sailed in that ship for Korea on 21 Sep 1953. On RTNZ he remained with Pukaki until drafted to Bellona on 17 Jan 1955. RUN on 1 Apr 1955 but was recovered on 14 May 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. The UN Medal was later forfeited but was restored later in Mar 1963. He also served in Black Prince and Lachlan. Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 24 Mar 1960. Later served in two cruises in Royalist 8 Apr 1957–13 Nov 1958, this one being the Second Commission cruise that served in Malayan and Korean waters and 14 Jun 1960–17 Oct 1961. DEE 28 Sep 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FRANK, Kenneth W | 0 | Mr | _ | NZ Broadcasting Service | 10/12/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Member of the two-man NZ Broadcasting Service team sent to Korea to establish and maintain a broadcasting link between Kayforce and the people of New Zealand. Ken Frank, a technician and Ian Watkins, a 2ZA announcer, expected to leave New Zealand late Nov or early Dec 1952. They looked forward to this assignment despite warnings that winter in Korea could be as low as 25degrees below zero. They took with them two portable tape recorders, spare parts and support equipment and some 2.5 miles of recording tape representing 50 hours' recording time. They went first to Japan to record programmes at the rest centres outside Tokyo where Kayforce soldiers spent their leave from the front. In Korea they were allocated a vehicle and driver to move between Kayforce units and locate New Zealanders working with other Commonwealth units. Their time would be mostly spent with 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Date of departure and return not verified. |
| FRANKLAND, Denzil Thomas Seymour | 15473 | Sub-Lieutenant (Engineering Mechanic) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Portsmouth, England on 9 May 1928. Promoted Acting Commissioned Engineer on 15 Aug 1955. Was in the UK on courses at HMS Phoenix and HMS Victory Aug 1955–Mar 1956. Appointed to Maori additional on 15 Aug 1955. Awaiting passage to NZ at Maori on 10 Mar 1956. Confirmed in rank of Commissioned Engineers with seniority on 15 Aug 1955. Served in Black Prince Apr 1956. Engineer Officer appointed on 4 Feb 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 he served in Stawell, Black Prince and Lachlan. Promoted to Engineer Lieutenant (Special Duties) on 1 Apr 1961. Served in Philomel and then Rotoiti 14 Jan 1963 then returned to Philomel 7 Jul 1965. Released from the RNZN (own request) on 1 Sep 1968. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| FRANKLIN, Terence Alan (Terry) | 14107 | Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Westport, 1 Oct 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN 24 Jan 1952. Drafted to Kaniere and which sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to travel to Korean waters via Sydney, The Java Sea, Singapore and Hong Kong. Chef on board ship. Served mainly on the west coast waters of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Acting Cook (Seamen) Franklin was selected to play rugby for the Navy in representative matches in Hong Kong in Nov 1953. Possibly part of the crew that took Bellona back to the UK. Served in Royalist and qualified for NZGSM (NE) being in the Suez area during that ships' passage to New Zealand. Living at Greymouth in 1996. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE). Living at Cobden, West Coast, in 2009. Was the Naval Liaison Officer for Greymouth with the rank of Lieutenant Commander (Hon) for several years until the Navy disestablished these positions. Died Greymouth 1 Jul 2012. |
| FRANKSEN, William Frederick | 12138 | Steward | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Leytonstone, Essex, UK, on 24 Dec 1927. Employed as a clerk before joining the RN. At the time of adding his name to this roll the only information re his RN service was that he entered the RNZN as an Able Seaman with Radar Plotter 3rd Class qualification. Entered the RNZN at Cook III (London–later known as Maori) on a three-year engagement from 14 Jun 1948. Drafted to HMS Loch Achanalt on 10 Aug 1948 which became Pukaki on 18 Sep 1948 and sailed in this ship to Auckland. He changed trade to Assistant Steward on 11 Jan 1950. He served in Tamaki 1 Jun–6 Oct 1950 advancing to Steward on 17 Jun 1950. Drafted to Tutira on 7 Oct 1950 but the ship was already in Korea or Japanese waters. He may have taken passage in Rotoiti which sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950. He stayed in Tutira until 23 Apr 1951 and he then embarked in SS Dunera on 24 Apr 1951 for passage to Maori and was DEE on 18 Jul 1951. He did not return to NZ. He may have been issued with the Korea Medal and the UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FRASER, Albert John Percy | 11689 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 10/12/2050 | 25/11/2053 | Born Plimmerton, near Wellington 3 Dec 1928. Clerical cadet for NZ Railways at Waipukurau. Enlisted in the RNZN 15 Jan 1948 as a Stoker. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and then Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 14 Jun 1948 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 15 Dec 1948. He remained in Bellona until 31 Jan 1950. Was in Philomel for further training 1 Feb–5 Oct 1950. Drafted to Tutira 6 Oct 1950 and travelled to join his ship in Korean waters Rotoiti. Tutira had left NZ on 3 Jul 1950 and Rotoiti left NZ on 7 Oct 1950. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrolling and escort duties. RTNZ 30 May 1951 but stayed in Tutira until 9 Jul 1951. He was then drafted to Philomel again and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic which was back dated to when he was in Tutira in Korean waters. DEE on 31 Jul 1952 BNPS. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FRASER, Brian Henry Statter (Tam) | 203525 | 2nd Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/11/2053 | Born Auckland 16 Jan 1928. Sales representative for Atlantic Union Oil Company from Devonport. Attended an Officer Training Course prior to embarkation on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Technical Assistant. Served in Fox Troop CP Apr-May 1951 on the Han River just outside Seoul. Attended a gunnery officer’s course in Korea. RTNZ on leave on 18 Dec 1952. Re-embarked for Korea 12 Feb 1953. Temporary Captain while employed as 2i/c NZRTU, 8 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight at Auckland ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Warkworth, 5 Jan 2016 aged 87 years. |
| FRASER, Bruce Douglas | 208928 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 07/10/2053 | 16/05/2055 | Born Dunedin 30 Oct 1928. Six years seven months previous service as a Stoker Mechanic in the RNZN. Also served in HMNZS Bellona. Qualified as a shallow water diver. Enlisted in Kayforce on 18 Jun 1953. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as Sergeant on Teal flight to Sydney and onto Japan flying by Qantas. Deplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to Divisional HQ Transport Platoon and serve his whole time in Korea in that unit. Embarked Kobe, Japan 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping for RTNZ, completing the journey by Teal flight deplaning Harewood, Christchurch 16 May 1955. Awarded UN Medal for Korea. Discharged 18 Jul 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FRASER, Donald Malcolm (Don) | 208132 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 17/02/2054 | Born Dunedin 30 Mar 1930. Farm worker from Oamaru. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Served in Div HQ Tpt Pl and was involved as a driver for the NZ Concert Party. Then attached to Base HQ for escort duties. Promoted Lance Corporal then to Corporal during his Tour of Duty. RTNZ on furlough on 2 Jan 1953 and re-emplaned on Teal flight to Sydney 6 May 1953. Continued by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Was re-employed by Div HQ Transport Platoon. RTNZ to help with harvesting in Feb 1954 travelling via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and then to deplane Wellington 17 Feb 1954. SOS Kayforce 12 May 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Oamaru in 1996. |
| FRASER, Douglas McPherson | 32985 | Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 28/06/2052 | 05/08/2053 | Born NZ 21 Mar 1926. Regular Force soldier attested 4 Oct 1948 in Kayforce. Seconded as Corporal. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal aircraft for travel to Sydney and flew by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952. M/I NZ Reinf Training Unit on deplanement in Japan. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952 and posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl the same day. Posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy and attached FAP 25 Canadian FPC 1 Aug 1952 CTBA 25 Canadian FPC and returned to 10 Tpt Coy 8 Aug 1952. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 19 Nov 1952 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy 26 Mar 1953. M/O his unit to NZRTU and TSFD to X(v) List (Instructor) 12 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ as an instructor and deplaned Wellington 5 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 39 days. SOS Kayforce 19 Feb 1954 and reposted to the Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in SD Coy, RNZASC. Discharged Christchurch 14 Apr 1954 at the completion of his engagement Pair of medals named to FRASER offered for sale by Collector Services Christchurch, March 2000. Died Christchurch 3 Mar 2006 aged 80 years. |
| FRASER, James Granville | 688221 | Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 28/07/2055 | Born Wellington 29 Mar 1932. Employed as a woollen spinner before he entered the RNZN as an Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 17 Nov 1950. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and as sent to HMAS Cerberus 4 Jan–3 Jul 1951. On RTNZ he served in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 17 Jul 1951–15 Jan 1953 and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 28 Aug 1951. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Mar 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 17 Mar 1953 to take part in the Coronation Review at Spithead 15 Jun 1953. Electrical Mechanician 1st Class James Fraser was not in Black Prince at Spithead as he had been drafted to HMS Collingwood for further training in his trade on 13 May 1953. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 29 Jun 1953. On 13 Mar 1954 he was in Maori waiting to return to NZ and came back as a passenger in SS Rangitoto. The time in Korea was between Nov 1954 and Mar 1955. On arrival back in NZ he served in Philomel and Bellona and was drafted to Kaniere on 28 Jun 1954. Kaniere sailed on 19 Jul 1954 from Devonport to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean and Malayan waters and RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. He advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician on 29 Jun 1954 while in Korea. Back in NZ he served in Bellona, Royalist and Irirangi before returning to HMAS Cerberus 1 Nov 1957 for further naval electrical training. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician on 29 Aug 1958 he returned to Philomel 25 Nov 1958 and then served in Royalist 13 Jan 1959–24 Jan 1960. Advanced to Petty Officer Electrician 29 Aug 1959. His final service was in Philomel 25 Jan 1960 and was DEE 16 Nov 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). He retired to Torbay and took up work as an electrician in that area. Died Wairarapa 4 Aug 2015 aged 83 years. |
| FRASER, John Dougall | 203783 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Christchurch 16 Apr 1927. Was a Private in the Home Guard for six months during WWII. Self-employed bulldozer operator from Waihi. Enlisted in Kayforce 30 Aug 1950 and was posted to RNZASC Tpt Section, NZ Base HQ Waiouru, 5 Oct 1950. Initially a driver for the Field Regiment. To be Sapper, Temporary Lance Corporal at Waiouru 1 Nov 1950. He was a heavy machinery operator was recommended for promotion “…because of considerable experience as a bulldozer operator and on structural steel work and has the ability to make a good NCO.” Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as Lance Corporal on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted to Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal while holding appointment of Engr Section Commander 1 Jan 1951. To be Corporal 28 Jan 1951. Although not stated on his service record he stated he also worked at 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 26 Apr 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 139 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jun 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later living at Waihi. Press Assn photograph taken in Korea, 1951-52, by Ian Mackley. Original caption reads: “Three Kiwi sappers have a beer outside their hut. Sapper Graham McClelland, Wellington; Sapper Arthur Green, Masterton; and Corporal John Fraser, Auckland.” |
| FRASER, Malcolm Douglas | 13211 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 28/07/2055 | Born Woodville 9 Apr 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN 19 Jan 1950i as an Ordinary Seaman. After basic training, like many of his contemporaries his first sea service was in Bellona followed by Taupo 18 Jan–22 Aug 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman on 19 May 1951. Drafted to Lachlan 23 Aug 1951–22 Mar 1953. Served again in Bellona 23 Mar–18 Oct 1953. Attended an UWS (Underwater Specialist?) course at HMAS Rushcutter 22 Oct 1953 to 4 Feb 1954. On RTNZ he spent time in Philomel and Tamaki before being drafted to Kaniere as Leading Seaman on 17 Jun 194 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1952 for service in Korean waters Nov 1954 to Mar 1955. He spent a further short time in Kaniere before being DEE 8 Apr 1956. He had been employed as a farmhand by Major General Barker at Geraldine and later applied to join the NZ Army. His papers showed he was of “good character with a good record of service”. This application did not appear to go any further. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDEFSM. |
| FRASER, Ronald Oliver | 206161 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born New Plymouth on 28 Apr 1929. Employed as a grocer in the Railway Hotel, Lower Hutt. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 at New Plymouth. Posted to RNZA and to NZ Base HQ while in training in Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA and served in 163 Bty. Battle Casualty 21 May 1951, wounded in tongue and lip and was admitted to 60 Inf Fd Amb. TSFD to the US 10 Stationary Hosp and was discharged from there to NZRTU on 7 Jun 1951. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure on 29 Oct 1951 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ on 12 Nov 1951. Was in Detention for serious breach of military discipline. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 10–24 Mar 1952 while in custody. Released 7 Apr 1953. Committed further misdemeanours 25 Apr 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 9 May 1952 from Teal flight on R.M.A. Aranui ex Sydney. Was away from NZ for one year 152 days but service time only one year 100 days. Discharged 28 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.945 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to an address in Lower Hutt but was returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives) where it remains today. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin, 28 Dec 1998 aged 69 years. |
| FRASER, Thomas Ure (Tom) | 206003 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Motherwell, Glasgow, Scotland 24 Feb 1926. Ex Royal Air Force, Air Gunner WWII service. Flying in Wellington bombers but did no operational service as the war ended, then served in India (Bombay and Cochin) with RAF. Came to NZ during Feb 1948. Employed as motor body builder. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served mostly at RHQ and at the tactical HQ of 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Corporal then to Corporal. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1952. Later entitled/issued with NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died North Shore, 21 Oct 2016 aged 90 years. |
| FRASER, Walter (Wally) | 32302 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/07/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born 30 Jul 1928. Served in the Interim Army then served in Jayforce. Emplaned on Teal flight (Ararangi) 22 Jul 1952 from Wellington to Sydney. Continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Marched out from 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1952. Was attached to HQ RASC NCO School for a short while returning to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and to his former Regular Force unit. Deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force 26 Jan 1954. Regimental Sergeant Major National Service Training Unit. Served in Malaysia and Singapore at HQ NZFORSEA. Later Commissioned. Major & Quartermaster at Home Command and later served in Army HQ Wellington. Appointed MBE (Mil) 1975. Retired from the Army 27 Feb 1983. Living in Wellington 2000. Keen military historian and researcher and deeply interested in the WWII Fort Ballance and Wrights Hill Battery of 6-inch (152 mm) and 9.2-inch (228.6mm) heavy guns in Wellington. Died Wellington 2012 aged 84 years. |
| FRASER, William Austin | 11573 | Sick Berth Attendant (Dental) | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2054 | 28/07/2055 | Born Woodville 9 Apr 1932. Grocers’ assistant before joining the RNZN on 17 Jul 1947. Granted the rate of Sick Berth Attendant (Dental). Drafted to Bellona 29 Jul 1949–5 Jan 1950. Served in Philomel for approx five months before being drafted back to Bellona 1 Jun–16 Aug 1951. Served in Tamaki and Philomel before again returning to Bellona 19 Oct 1951–11 Jan 1953. Continued in Philomel and Tamaki until 12 Sep 1953 when he was drafted to Pukaki. Sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 in Pukaki for Korean waters. A short time after arrival in Japan he was TSFD to Kaniere on 29 Dec 1953 and spent the rest of the time in that ship while in Korean waters. RTNZ 26 Mar 1954 and re-posted to Philomel. Awarded UN Korea Medal. DEE 27 Mar 1954 and borne for pay until 10 Apr. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM1915 (M) and NZDSM (R). Died Levin on 31 Aug 2015 aged 83 years. |
| FRAZER, Peter Russell | 203943 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 15/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Pukekohe on 13 Feb 1929. Employed as a truck driver for State Hydro Dept, Wellsford then employed by W.L Tilyard Carrier and Contractor of Bombay. Attested in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements in Auckland on 26 Feb 1951. His training for Korea was mainly conducted in Waiouru and Trentham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 as a Gunner and flew by Teal flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 29 Jul 1951. He then travelled by sea from Sasebo to Korea and disembarked Pusan and was posted to NZ Tpt Pl on 16 Aug 1951. It is not known when he TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Tpt Pl on 24 Sep 1951. Served in A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt wef 31 Mar 1952. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 2–Apr 1952. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 31 Mar 1952. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 19 Jan 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 25 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the journey to deplane Auckland 19 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Kaikohe, 30 Jun 1996 aged 66 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FRAZER, Russell Ross | 204071 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Kamo, Whangarei 10 Mar 1925. Previous service in RNZAF. Building Labourer at Helensville. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan and entering Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Attached FAP to NZRTU 15–25 May 1952. Admitted Norwegian MASH 8 Mar–29 May 1952 when he was discharged back to NZRTU. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Aug 1953. Served overseas one year 258 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died North Shore Public Hospital 22 Dec 2007 aged 82 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| FREDERICK, Jaffery William | 206054 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born Marton, 10 Dec 1925. Previous service in RNZAF. Joined Air Training Corps gaining his wings and Pilot’s Licence (Service No 4442350 but did not get to serve during WWII. Details exist of his flying training and the aircraft (DH 82) and hours flying both dual and solo. Employed as a bulldozer driver for Mr A. E. Evans, Ben Nevis Hotel, Turakina. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I to his unit and served in 162 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt 8 Jul 1951 to NZ Base HQ then to NZRTU 20 Jul 1951. M/I 16 Fd Regt, posted from NZRTU. Battle Casualty 5 Nov 1951 shell blast to eyes and face (slight). Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 5 Nov 1951 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged 28 Nov to NZ Base HQ and then to NZRTU 29 Nov 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ 4 Feb 1952. To be Lance Bombardier, T Bombardier while appointed QM Ledger Keeper 12 Mar 1952. Posted to NZRTU 20 Apr 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 10 May 1952 and to Sergeant 13 Jul 1952. Returned to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 7 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 273 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He applied for his medals early 95 as he was to travel to Korea with a group of veterans. He wrote that he had not previously applied for medals. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North, 4 Jan 1998. His funeral held at Marton 7 Jan 98 was recorded in the Rangitikei Mail 14 Jan 98 as one of the biggest ever held in the town. |
| FREDERICKS, Harry Ross | 659605 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/10/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Picton 8 Jul 1926. Launch Driver from Picton. Attested 17 Apr 1946 for service in BCOF Japan (659605 Private, Infantry. Next-of-kin, Mrs M.J. Fredericks (wife)). Embarked 30 Jul 1946 and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. RTNZ and disembarked 27 Aug 1947. Discharged Wellington 6 Nov 1947. He was then a labourer and taxi driver in Picton. Attested in Kayforce 10 Jul 1953. Posted to RNZA 14 Jul 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 29 Aug–6 Oct 1953. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Remained in NZRTU until he was posted to 16 Fd Regt 9 Jan 1954 and entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jan 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 15 Apr 1954 then to Temporary Bombardier 13 Aug 1954 and to Bombardier 20 Oct 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew to deplane Harewood 20 Nov 1954 from RNZAF Hastings (Flight No.2) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 45 days. Discharged 10 Jan 1955. Died Wellington 9 Sep 1982 aged 56 years and was buried Picton. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FREDRICKSON, | 0 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | A photo, given by Gunner Matthews and published in K Force Despatches of May 2004, shows a group of 163 Bty drivers Gunner Smith, McGee, McLean, L Maney, himself and Gunner Fredrickson. This person’s service record has not been found. See also Gunner McGee q.v. |
| FREDRICSON, Sidney | 11254 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington 25 Jan 1928. Enlisted in the RNZN 18 Jul 1946 as a Writer on Probation. First sea service in Bellona 4 Jul 1949. Had a brief spell at Waiouru in 1948. Advanced to Leading Writer 31 Dec 1948 in Philomel. Served a period in Hawea and was drafted to Rotoiti Sep 1949 to Sep 1950. Served on shore in Philomel Sep 1950–Oct 1951. Drafted to Hawea 1 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Promoted Acting Chief Petty Officer Writer 1 Nov 19521 during the TOD to Korea. On RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 served again in Philomel. Also served in Lachlan. Was sent to the UK Feb 1960 and came home as a member of the crew of HMNZS Otago. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 3 Aug 1961. Discharged to RA at completion of service 17 Jul 1966. Later awarded NZOSM. Died Auckland, 29 Jul 2005 aged 77 years. |
| FREEBORN, Christopher John | 13666 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Richmond, Surrey, UK, on 24 Dec 1934. Served in Bellona Oct-Nov 1952 in Malayan waters Drafted to Pukaki and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters. He was an Able Seaman Radar Plotter 3rd Class while in Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Was in Royalist during the delivery voyage from UK to NZ and was involved in the Suez crisis. Served in Royalist and Otago during Confrontation. Commissioned 1966. Involved in Operation Grapple (nuclear test monitoring) in 1957 off Christmas Island. Qualified Boatswain (Bosun) 1967 and on a Principal Warfare Officer course (London 18 Sep 1972 to 29 Jun 1973). On exchange with RAN in 1979–82. Commander Tui 1982–84. Later Lieutenant Commander. Discharged Aug 1984. Medals awarded, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval GSM (M), NZGSM clasp ‘NE’, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’, NZSSM (Nuclear), NZ Armed Forces Award, Naval LS&GC Medal and KWSM. Passed away peacefully at Takapuna on 25 Feb 2018 aged 83 years. |
| FREEMAN, Donald Edward | 14327 | Acting Petty Officer Electrician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Birmingham, UK, 2 Feb 1928. Employed in the electrical business before he entered the RN on 24 Oct 1944 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No C/MX 712794. His initial training was conducted in HMS St George where he advanced to Boy 1st Class and then to Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Bellona (light cruiser) 4 Dec 1945–20 Aug 1946 and advanced to Able Seaman on 2 Feb 1946. This ship became part of the RNZN fleet on 1 Oct 1946. He then served in Pembroke until drafted to Triumph (light fleet aircraft carrier) on 27 Nov 1946 remaining in her until 18 Jun 1949. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 4 Feb 1947. Discharged from the RN on 22 Aug 1949. He was an electrician between leaving the RN and joining the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 26 Sep 1952 as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class but spent two months in HMS Collingwood before returning to Maori 25 Nov 1952 and then coming to NZ. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 27 Jul 1953. Served in Black Prince for about five weeks, went back to Philomel for a very period and was sent to HMAS Cerberus 1 Jan–11 Nov 1954. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician 24 Jul 1954 then drafted to Hawea 15 Jun 1955–24 May 1956. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician while in Philomel on 1 Jul 1956. Drafted on 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese /Korean waters. Royalist was the Korean area for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. DEE 5 Sep 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Went to live in Dargaville. Died 6 Aug 2012 aged 84 years. |
| FREEMAN, Harry Colin | 206623 | Temporary Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 02/09/2053 | Born Kakahi, King Country, NZ, 14 Jul 1920. Carpenter employed in the Railway workshops, Woburn, Lower Hutt. TF soldier was serving in 17 Bty NZA at Fort Dorset in late 1939. Injured by a steel splinter from the equipment of a 6-inch howitzer. Attested in 2 NZEF 29 Jun 1940, issued with the Service No 49128 and entered Trentham Camp on 2 Sep 1941. Served in 8 Medium Bty, in Wellington, Waiouru and Foxton Military Camps. Served in 4 Bty, 2 Fd Regt in Ashurst in May 1941–25 Dec 1941. Embarked 3 Jan 1942, disembarked Fiji 6 Jan 1942 and M/I to 35 Bty 6 Jan 1942. TSFD to 37 Bty 7 Feb 1942. Admitted to Military Hospital Namaka, Fiji, three times between 14 Feb and when he was embarked Fiji on 14 May 1942 for RTNZ (medical reasons). Disembarked Auckland 21 May 1942. He then served in Auckland, Hamilton, Ngaruawahia and Kensington. Posted to 54 Anti-tank Bty 3 Div Reinforcements 4 Sep 1942. Sent overseas again in 1943 and spent eight months in New Caledonia. TSFD to the RNZAF and RTNZ in Aug 1943 and returned to the Army to train in 12th Reinforcements for 2 NZEF. Returned to the Medium Bty in Auckland 27 Jul 1944. Admitted Auckland Public Hosp 27 Jul 1944 (pneumonia) and on discharge was not allowed further overseas service unless approved buy ADMS. Approval was granted 6 Sep 1944 and he embarked with the 13th Reinforcements at Wellington on 27 Sep 1944 and disembarked Egypt on 5 Nov 1944. Embarked Port Said for Italy 17 Jan 1945. Posted from Advanced Base to 24 NZ Bn as Private 3 Feb 1945. Battle Casualty 11 Apr 1945 (hit by Spandau MG Bullet 2.50pm) and was admitted to 6 NZ Fd Amb. Discharged to 1 NZ Convalescent Depot and attached FAP to 2 NZ Reception Dep, M/O to NZ Adv Base Inf Trg Depot.4 May 1945. M/I to 24 Bn 26 Jun 1945 and remained with the Bn. TSFD to NZ Roll (Pokeo) from 24 Bn 20 Nov 1945. Embarked for NZ 31 Dec 1945 and disembarked Wellington 23 Jan 1946. Attached Area 4 (Hamilton) 24 Jan 1946. Discharged from 2 NZEF at Wellington on 28 Mar 1946. Awarded Military Medal, 1939–45 Star, Italy Star Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Awarded an immediate Military Medal, published in the Supplement of the London Gazette, of 16 Oct 1945, the citation for this award reads as follows: “On the morning of 11 April 1945 Private FREEMAN’s Platoon took part in the attack across the SANTERNO river with the leading Coys of his Unit. On reaching the far bank of the river the platoon was held up by heavy and accurate small arms fire from a well concealed dugout commanding the approaches that had to be removed before a further advance could be made. Although under fire and in plain view of the enemy, Private FREEMAN with complete disregard for his own safety went forward and captured the dugout single handed, disarming and taking prisoner the eight enemy who were occupying the position. Although wounded in the left shoulder while routing the enemy from the dugout, he proceeded grimly with his task and succeeded in bringing his prisoners back across the river. Private FREEMAN’s outstanding courage and fortitude under extremely difficult conditions have earned him the respect and commendation of all who were associated with him.” Harry was a self-employed carpenter. Attested in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements on 27 Sep 1951. Embarked as a Temporary Lance Bombardier at Wellington on MV Wanganella 31 Jan 1952 for Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for travel to Japan, disembarked Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Reverted to Gunner the same day. Travelled from Sasebo to Pusan and disembarked Korea 12 Apr 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Apr 1952 and served in A Troop, 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 Jul 1952 (Technical Assistant), Temporary Bombardier 26 Oct 1952, Temporary Sergeant 15 Nov 1952 (TARA NCO) and to Sergeant on 25 Jul 1953. Regarded as a capable NCO. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 26 Jul 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 28 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 2 Sep 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1953. Died Wellington 11 Dec 1961 aged 41 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FREEMAN, John Alan | 208133 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 19/05/2054 | Born 19 Sep 1926. Came from Oamaru. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Fault Control 1 Comwel Div HQ Sigs 1952, also in C Troop. RTNZ 6 Sep 1952 as an instructor. Was involved in training the 6th Reinforcements. Re-embarked for Korea 6 May 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas Constellation flight via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 as an instructor. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. RTNZ as a Sergeant. Embarked 16 Apr 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe. Completed the RTNZ by Teal flight from Australia deplaning Wellington 19 May 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged 29 Sep 1954. Became a building contractor. Died 30 Jan 2004 at Dunedin and buried Oamaru 2 Feb 2004. |
| FREEMANTLE, Neville Max | 13623 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Wellington 18 Jun 1933. Was a casual labourer at Onga Onga, southern Hawkes Bay where his father was living. Enlisted as Ordinary Seaman 17 May 1951. His first sea service was in Bellona 5 Jan 1952. Advanced to Able Seaman 17 Nov 1952–11 Jan 1952. Bellona was then placed in the Reserve Fleet and he remained with that ship until 30 Jul 1953. Served at Philomel 31 Jul–18 Sep 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Sep 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service during second deployment to Korean waters. Task on board ship not known. Pukaki RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but Neville remained in the vessel until 7 Dec 1954. Lost a portion of his Korean Gratuity through misconduct. Awarded UN Korea Medal. At Philomel 8 Dec 1954–31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 for service in SE Asia in Malaysian, Japanese/Korean waters during the second commissioning of that ship. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Drafted to Black Prince 18 Sep 1958–3 Jun 1959. DEE 17 Jun 1969. Later employed as a freezing worker. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Died Hamilton 28 Dec 1993 aged 60 years. |
| FREEMANTLE, Peter George | 203659 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born New Plymouth 28 Jan 1929. Employed as an orchardist on the family property in Otumoetai then a shepherd for M.T. Tombleson, Waimata Valley, Gisborne. Attested in KMB 30 Aug 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O from NZ Tpt Platoon, RNZASC to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. M/O to NZ Base and TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned on Qantas or BCPA flight at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll 67) and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 26 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.953 was sent on 14 Mar 1957 to and address in Tauranga. Died Tauranga 12 Aug 1968 aged 39 years. Later his family entitled to his NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FREETH, Gerald | 15662 | Electrical Sub-Lieutenant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Uxbridge, Middlesex, UK, 8 Jul 1928. Served in the RN from about 1944 and became a Commissioned Electrical Officer. He was still serving in the RN and TSFD to RNZN on 26 Sep 1956. He retained that rank when entering the RNZN at Maori on 30 Sep 1956. He remained in the UK to attend courses 30 Sep 1956–20 Mar 1957. He served in Philomel when he arrived in NZ and was appointed to Royalist as an Acting Electrician Sub-Lieutenant on 23 Sep 1957 which at that date was in Singapore. It is not known how he travelled and whether he joined the ship in Singapore, Hong Kong or in Sasebo, Japan. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and he remained in the ship until 28 Apr 1960. He then served in Philomel 29 Apr 1960–10 Feb 1963 being advanced to Electrician Lieutenant (Local) 1 Oct 1961. Appointed to Royalist again 11 Feb 1963 but was ‘loaned’ to Rotoiti 7–12 May 1964. He then served in Philomel 10 Sep 1964 until released at his own request on 11 Sep 1964. He then returned to the RN and was in HMS Victory on 12 Sep 1964. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R) but it is not known if he applied for or received these awards. Appointed to RNZN on 2 Aug 1971 on a short Service Commission for five years on the Special Duties List in the Weapon & Electrical Sub Specialisation. He served in Philomel. Appointed as a Lieutenant Commander with seniority from 1 May 1970. He was on the staff of the Commodore Auckland 23 Mar 1972. Also served in Otago (additional) as WEO (Weapon & Electrical Officer?) Jan 1973. Released from RNZN on 14 May 1975. |
| FRENCH, Colin Funston | 36346 | Lieutenant | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 01/12/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Bebington, Cheshire, UK, 6 Jun 1932. Served in the British Army for two years as a 2nd Lieutenant National Serviceman. Enlisted 8 Aug 1955 in the NZ Army at London, UK. Arrived in NZ 8 Sep 1955. After some training at Army Schools was posted to CD Training Depot at Linton and appointed Instr RNZASC. Promoted 2nd Lieutenant 23 Mar 1956 and to Lieutenant 8 Aug 1956. Posted to Kayforce 26 Nov 1956. Emplaned 1 Dec 1956 on Teal flight at Auckland and was posted to NZ Tpt Pl on arrival in Korea on 7 Dec 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug and RTNZ by air arriving Whenuapai 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Served in Korea 253 days. SOS Kayforce 29 Aug 1957 and re-posted to Regular Force. Was sent to the UK to attend an RASC Subalterns Course at the Army M.T. School at Borden 24 May–25 Jul 1959. RTNZ and was posted to 10 Coy, RNZASC, Linton. Discharged from Regular Force 8 Aug 1960 on payment and TSFD to the TF with the rank of Captain. Later to commander of 1 Inf Bde Ordnance Fd Park Coy as a Temporary Major until late 1966. After leaving the Army went to live in NSW, Australia. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FRENCH, Lawrence Edward Charles | 204670 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/11/2053 | 08/05/2055 | Born Auckland 28 May 1927. Employed as a welder for Steel Construction Co, Auckland. Attested 30 Jun 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 for Sydney and flew by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 28 Nov, entered Korea 29 Nov and MI10 Tpt Coy 3 Dec 1953. Accidentally injured 21 Jan 1954 (flash burns to both eyes) and admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb. Discharged direct to unit 22 Jan 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ 15 Apr 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 8 May 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney, Served overseas one year 173 days. Discharged 1 Jul 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FRENCH, Robert Victor | 12836 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Mitcham, Surrey, England 23 Oct 1926. Enlisted in Royal Navy with Service No C/JX700016, 10 May 1944. Served in Sussex Feb 1945 until Feb 1946. Served as Radio Communicator Class 3. Enlisted in RNZN at Maori, London 28 Jun 1947 and served in Lachlan on its delivery voyage from the UK. Served at Irirangi for a little over two years. Drafted to Pukaki 18 Aug 1953 as Able Seaman Radar Controller 3rd Class for second deployment to Korea. Sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 and RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. DEE 27 Jun 1955. Died Papakura 12 Jul 2003 aged 77 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. WWII service medals not known. |
| FRETWELL, Jack | 13717 | Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Ilkeston, Derbyshire, UK, 21 Mar 1920. Employed as a steel fixer before he entered the RN as a Stoker 2nd Class on 30 Aug 1938 with Service No C/KX 94904. After initial training in Pembroke he was drafted to Malaya (battleship) on 4 Feb 1939–15 Aug 1941. He advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 30 Sep 1939. Malaya, based at Aden was involved in the search for Graf Spee after it sunk SS Africa Shell on 16 Nov 1939 off Lorenco Marques, Mozambique (now known as Maputo, Mozambique). From Jan to Mar 1940 Malaya was on convoy protection duties in the Atlantic but returned to the Mediterranean in later Apr. In Jul 1940 the British were advised that the Italian Fleet was at sea, so the RN tried to cut the Italians off from their Taranto base. This resulted in the inconclusive Battle of Calabria. Malaya and Royal Sovereign were too slow and their main armament rage was deficient. After the successful attack on the Italian base at Taranto Malaya and Ramillies were released from the Mediterranean and based in Gibraltar as part of Force H. In early Mar 1941 while on protection of convoy SL67 the German battle cruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau were sighted but these made off when they sighted Malaya which was a least 10 knots slower than the German ships. On 20 Mar Malaya was hit by a torpedo from U–106, was damaged and sailed to Port of Spain, Trinidad for temporary repairs and then sailed to Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York for major repairs. Jack Fretwell returned to Britain and was in Pembroke 16 Aug–30 Oct 1941 and then in Dolphin (Submarine training station) 31 Oct 1941. He advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 4 Dec 1941. He was involved with submarines including HMSM Ronqual and the USS P553 which was TSFD to the RN but remained in American waters based at Halifax, Canada as an anti-submarine warfare training boat. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Temporary) 28 Feb 1944. He then served in Usk (frigate) with the British Pacific Fleet and was based at HMS Lanka (Ceylon) 28 Dec 1944 and then based at HMS Golden Hind (Sydney, Australia) 1 Apr–30 Sep 1945. Drafted on 1 Oct 1945 to Artifex, a repair ship also attached to the British Pacific Fleet and returned to Britain in her in late 1945 and remained in her until 8 Mar 1947. He then served in London (cruiser) 9 Mar 1947–30 Sep 1949 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Permanent) on 4 Jan 1948. After working up in the Mediterranean this ship sailed to Hong Kong and while in this area was involved the attempt to rescue Amethyst trapped in the Yangtse River. London was hit and damaged by several Communist shore batteries. London returned to the UK on 18 Jun 1949. He then served in HMS Pembroke and was granted a free discharge on 14 Sep 1951 to join the RNZN. Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic Fretwell may have received the following for his WWII Service. 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star with ‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp, Pacific Star and War Medal. He may have also been awarded the NGSM with the ‘Yangtse 1949’ clasp. They have not been found on his documents to date. Entered the RNZN on 15 Sep 1951 and over the next two-days advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. On Discharge from the RNZN he had the option of staying in NZ or being discharged in the UK. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and was drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the British Far East Fleet monitoring the Armistice in Korea. She RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 but Jack Fretwell remained in her until 2 Nov 1953. He then served in Bellona and Black Prince where he advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 19 Mar 1955. He continued to serve in Philomel, Kiwi and Black Prince and was drafted to Royalist on 2 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. He advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) on 1 Apr 1958. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. He continued to serve in Philomel, Kaniere, Black Prince and was discharged to RA on 10 Sep 1961. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 1 Dec 1955 with gratuity. Re-entered the RNZN as a General Duties man on 26 Aug 1963 but was discharged on 1 Dec 1965. Later a boilerman in the Dockyard 12 Oct 1967. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| FREWEN, Barry John Thomas | 208399 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 31/01/2052 | 24/06/2053 | Born Rotorua 15 May 1925. Clerk in State Hydro dept, Invercargill. Attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Placed on Active Service 17 Dec 1951 and married on 21 Dec 1951. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan. disembarked Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 20 Mar 1952 Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 6 May 1952 and discharged to unit 16 May 1952. M/O to NZRTU 1 Sep 1952 and then to 16 Fd Regt 17 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 17 Sep 1952 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt LAD Sep 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 18–22 May 1952 and was discharged to unit. Barry was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. This record shows 20 recipients of these certificates. Discharged M/O to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 12 Jun 1953 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953, RTNZ (compassionate) deplaning Wellington 24 Jun 1953 (Flight 11) from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 146 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged 14 Aug 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| FREWIN, Jack Hutchinson | 203784 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Whanganui 22 Oct 1928. Quarry Contractor employed by Tawa Tawa Quarries Ltd Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver, in 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 16 Dec 1951 discharged to No.6 Convalescent Depot 21 Jan 1952 then to NZRTU. Re-posted to 16 Fd Regt 2 Feb 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 May 1952. Emplaned on Qantas or BCPA flight at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll No.67) via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 178 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Discharged 26 Jul 1952. Living at Waihi in 1996. Died Waihi 2 Jul 2016 aged 87 years. |
| FRIBENCE, William Henry | 13815 | Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK, 25 Dec 1920. Employed as a Joiner’s mate and French polisher prior to entry into the RN on 17 Apr 1939 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No D/KX 96715. After initial training in HMS Drake, he was drafted to Devonshire 29 Sep 1939 to 28 Apr 1941. Served the first part of WWII in the Mediterranean and was then TSFD to the Home Fleet, where the ship carried out searches for blockade runners and commerce raiders. Involved in the search for Scharnhorst and Gneisenau after the sinking of HM Merchant Cruiser Rawalpindi. Took part in the Norwegian Campaign during mid-1940 and evacuated the Norwegian Royal Family and much of the Norwegian Government to Britain in Jun. He served in Saunders (Kabret, Little Bitter Lake, Egypt)which was commissioned in Mar 1941 (under the name of HMS Stag (Division K) and other shore stations between 30 Aug 1941 and 3 Apr 1946 including RLO Bombay (Returned Letter Office) and HMS Salsette in Bombay. He then served in HMS Copra from 1 Dec 1943–24 Oct 1945, an RN shore base located at Largs on the River Clyde for maintenance of personnel records and calculation of pay and allowances for RN service person attached to Combined Operations. He served again in HMS Drake 23 Oct 1945–3 Apr 1946 and advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary) on 6 Feb 1946. He then served in Gambia 4 Apr–4 Oct 1946. He appears in the Seaforth RN Auxiliary Hospital between 1 Nov 1946 and 13 Jan 1947 and served in Falcon an RN Air Station in Malta 4 May 1947–24 Jul 1948. He returned to Britain and his last station was HMS Blackcap the RN Air Station at Stretton. He was given a free discharge on 16 Feb 1949. His WWII awards are not known. Entered the RNZN on 12 May 1952 at Maori in London as a Stoker Mechanic and the next day advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel, Black Prince, Bellona and in Irirangi where he was rated as Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 19 Mar 1955 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 27 Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. RTNZ 8 May 1957. He advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 5 Dec 1957. He then served in Black Prince and Philomel and returned to Maori in London where he was DEE 18 May 1958. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FRICKER, Bryan James | 204328 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/07/2052 | 20/08/2053 | Born Waipukurau on 10 Oct 1928. Painter and driver for Shaw Savill and Albion Shipping Co, Auckland. Attested 22 Feb 1952 at Papakura as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight (Aparima) to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 29 Jul 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Attached FAP to HQ RASC Comwel Div RASC (NCO School) 8–28 Feb 1953. Promoted through to Corporal (Tpt Section Commander) during his time in Korea. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Aug 1953 for RTNZ for compassionate discharge. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 and deplaned Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 30 days. Discharged 1 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FRIEND, Colin Russell | 208302 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/12/2052 | Born Nelson on 1 Mar 1927. He was employed as a carpenter in Nelson before he was attested in the Kayforce Expansion Force in Nelson on 12 Jun 1951. Posted to RNZASC and to Active Service on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 21 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 22 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 24 Sep 1951. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy after arrival in Korea and served in ‘B’ Pl. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1952. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb 7–15 Feb 1952. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and furlough. Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 140 days. Did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Feb 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Also awarded NZDSM. Died in Nelson on 26 Apr 2016 aged 89 years. |
| FRIIS, Douglas Laritz | 11663 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Napier on 8 Mar 1932. Enlisted 6 Nov 1947 in the RNZN as Seaman Boy. Served in Bellona as Boy telegraphist Jan 1949–Mar 1950. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952–3 Nov 1953 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on escort and patrol duties. Later served in Black Prince and had two draftings to HMNZS Irirangi. DEE 6 May 1956. He was later the accountant for the Napier RSA. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Hastings 27 Feb 2000 aged 68 years. |
| FRITH, Mervyn Frederick | 203526 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born New Plymouth 13 Feb 1928. Machine operator from Devonport. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver RNZA for 161 Bty. 16 Fd Regt was supporting the King’s Own Scottish Borderers in Nov. Late in the afternoon of 4 Nov 1951 the Chinese fired a heavy concentration of artillery on the NZ Gunners position and seven men were wounded. Gunner Frith was wounded and DIED OF WOUNDS 5 Nov 1951. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Other medals likely to have been forwarded to next-of-kin include NZOSM, NZ Memorial Cross and KWSM. |
| FROGGATT, Robert George | 300974 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 02/11/2056 | Born Rawene 29 Sep 1933. Enlisted in Kayforce in Mid–1955. 20th Reinforcements (the last). Flew to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan by RNZAF Hastings. Travelled from Japan to Inchon by ship. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and was employed as a Driver at Gloster Valley, then at Inchon. RTNZ by ship from Korea to Hong Kong and by RNZAF Hastings via Singapore and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 2 Nov 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Nov 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Living at Whanganui 2004. Died Whanganui 31 Aug 2009 aged 75 years. |
| FROST, Frederic William | 12709 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Walthamstow, Essex, UK, on 22 May 1918. Greengrocers’ assistant before enlistment in the RN. Enlisted in the Royal Navy 26 Feb 1940 until the end of the war. Served through WWII mainly in small ships. Achieved the rate of Able Seaman. Enlisted in the RNZN at HMNZS Cook/ Maori, the Naval Liaison Office at NZ High Commission in London. Drafted to Tutira (Loch Katrine) 4 May–6 Jul 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 7 Jul 1949 and remained with that ship until 2 May 1951 when he TSFD to Tutira 3 May 1951 for RTNZ. Later served in Black Prince before being DEE. He was not issued with his medals in his lifetime and his wife claimed his Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal in 1988. She was also advised to write to the NZ Herald at Arms Extraordinary and to HM the Queen, to obtain the Coronation medal which was awarded to her late husband in 1953. |
| FROST, George Arthur | 14949 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Mt Eden, Auckland, on 15 Feb 1938. Enlisted in the RNZN 25 Sep 1953 as a Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Kaniere 9 Jul 1954 as Boy 1st Class. This ship sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters and also served in Malayan waters during his time in this ship. Kaniere RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 15 Aug 1955. According to NZDF Medals website he would therefore have qualified for award of NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Later served in Black Prince, Lachlan, Taranaki and Rotoiti where he was promoted Acting Petty Officer 5 Apr 1962. Later Master-at-Arms (Coxswain). Discharged 28 Oct 1963. Died Auckland 12 Oct 1986. |
| FROST, Ivan Cedric | 11664 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Turiwiri, near Dargaville Northland, 19 Apr 1931. Enlisted in the RNZN 6 Nov 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class and underwent initial training in Tamaki. Like many others his initial sea service was in Bellona. Served in Kaniere 12 May 1949–10 Feb 1950. Served in Bellona again and underwent further training in Philomel and at HMAS Cerberus. Advanced to Able Seaman 19 Feb. 50. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Served in Philomel and Tamaki and was DEE 6 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FROST, Leonard | 204728 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Te Kao, Aupouri Peninsula. Northland 30 Apr 1928. Driver for Winstone's Ltd Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 14th Reinforcements 16 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Iwakuni, Japan by Qantas. Entered Japan 3 Jul 1954. M/I to NZRTU from NZ the same day. Entered Korea 25 Jul 1954. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 9 Oct 1954. Emplaned 16 Jan 1956 at Iwakuni, Japan, on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 207 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Mar 1956. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FROST, Vernon Raynor | 11787 | Acting Shipwright Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Helensville 27 Dec 1931. Was a school pupil before he entered the RNZN as a Shipwright Apprentice on 22 Mar 1948. His initial training was conducted in Philomel 22 Mar 1948–13 Jan 1952 then Tamaki 14 Jan 1952 and returned to Philomel 14 Mar 1952. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 5th Class 1 Apr 1952. Drafted to Bellona 20 Jun 1952–15 Jan 1953. He then served in Philomel but was still attached to Bellona and advanced to Acting Shipwright Artificer 4 on 17 Dec 1952 (backdated) staying in Philomel until returning to 18 Sep 1953. Drafted 19 Sep 1953 to Pukaki and sailed from Auckland two-days later to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 4th Class on 27 Dec 1953 while in Korea. Pukaki RTNZ on 28 Sep 1954 but he remained in Pukaki until drafted to Philomel 23 Apr 1955–30 Aug 1955. Drafted to Bellona 31 Aug 1955 and was a member of the crew which sailed her back to Britain to return her to the RN. Advanced to Shipwright Artificer 3rd Class on 17 Dec 1955. While he was in Britain he had the opportunity to spend four days in HMS Roberts a monitor which had the twin 15-inch guns from the Great War monitor Marshal Soult which were used during Operation Torch (North Africa) and in support of Operation Husky (Sicily. It was being used as an accommodation ship at the time Vernon Frost visited her. He went back to Bellona 17 Jan 1956 and stayed in her until Royalist was ready for handover to the RNZN 17 Apr 1956–31 Mar 1957. On the way back to NZ the Suez Canal was closed by the heightened tension in the area. Royalist came to NZ Via South Africa and arrived in Devonport 20 Dec 1956, but Vernon remained with her until 31 Mar 1957. His final service in the RNZN in Philomel and Tamaki. DEE 21 Mar 1959. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later became a draughtsman in Papatoetoe. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (NE), NZDSM (R). |
| FRUDE, John Leslie | 712220 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dunedin 6 Oct 1934. Window dresser for Whitehead and Pears Ltd He was a member of RNZVR and held the rate of Ordinary Seaman before entering a Continuous Engagement in the RNZN on 28 Feb 1954. The first ship to which he was drafted after his initial training was Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–13 Jan 1955. He then returned to Philomel for two months before drafted to Kiwi 30 Mar–15 Jul 1955. He served again in Kiwi on two more occasions interspersed with time in Philomel. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 to 17 Aug 1958. He left NZ in that ship 20 May 1957 for a long tour to SE Asia, serving in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. RTNZ 4Jul 1957. Again served in Philomel 18 Aug 1958 to & Feb 1961. He was sent to the UK in Feb 1961 and was a member of the crew that brought Taranaki (commissioned in the RNZN on 28 Mar 1961) back to NZ. DEE 27 Jan 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and PJM. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Talbot House Rest Home, Timaru, 18 Mar 2010 aged 75 years. |
| FRY, Harold Ernest Strange (Harry) | 35072 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Ord Sect | RNZAOC | 29/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Palmerston North 16 Aug 1928. Attested 2 Jul 1951 as a Regular Force soldier and sometime motor mechanic and served in RNZAOC. Kayforce Replacement seconded from the RF to Kayforce 2 Apr 1952. Emplaned 29 May 1954 Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 31 May 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 9 Jun 1952. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 8 Aug 1952 and to Corporal 11 Nov 1952. M/O NZ Base HQ and attached FAP CRAOC 1 Comwel Div 15 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 28 Jul 1953 and to Sergeant 1 Oct 1953. CTBA and returned to NZ Base HQ 20 Dec 1953. M/O NZ Base HQ to Kobe for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jan 1952. Embarked 20 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan and travelled via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Wellington 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 267 days. Attached to Area 6 Wellington on deplanement. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea medal. SOS Kayforce 19 Apr 1954 and reposted to the Regular Force. Discharged 17 Jun 1954 at his own request on payment. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North, 28 Sep 1996. Photograph on page 181 History of the RNZAOC by J.S. Bolton. |
| FRY, Philip Arlen | 204050 | Signalman | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZ Sigs | 31/01/2052 | 13/09/2052 | Born Auckland on 27 Sep 1927. Electrician for Transport Bus Services, Avondale, Auckland. Enlisted 29 Sep 1952 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan disembarked Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on HMT Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA on 24 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. Posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 25 May 1952 and employed as Bty Vehicle Mechanic. Promoted Lance Bombardier 10 Sep 1952; Served overseas 227 days. Emplaned Japan 10 Sep and deplaned Auckland 13 Sep 1952. Served overseas 225 days. After 10 days leave he was employed as an instructor Papakura Camp from 24 Sep 1952. Attended Potential Instructors Course at Waiouru 13 Oct–14 Nov 1952. Promoted Bombardier Papakura 16 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Apr 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| FRYER, William Terrence | 13144 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Gisborne 1 Feb 1931. Employed as a paint shader before he entered the RNZN 29 Sep 1949 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and in Philomel. Drafted to Tutira on 16 May 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Tutira mainly served on the west coast of Korea. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 29 Sep 1950. Tutira RTNZ 30 May 1951 but he remained in this ship until drafted to Philomel 15 Aug 1951–3 Jan 1952. Drafted to Rotoiti 4 Jan 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve again with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Belfast (heavy cruiser) on 3 Feb–28 May 1952 and returned to Rotoiti on 29 May 1952. Rotoiti RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 and Stoker Mechanic Fryer remained in the ship until drafted to Taupo 18 Sep–21 Oct 1953 then to Philomel 22 Oct 1953–15 Jan 1954. Also served in Black Prince and Kiwi and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. DEE 28 Sep 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| FUIMAONO, Tony To'o Samuel | 204110 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Salani, Western Samoa 17 Jun 1929. Plumber for Hellaby's Ltd, Westfield. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements on 29 Sep 1951. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan disembarked Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 24 Mar 1952 and entered Korea 26 Mar. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 28 Mar 1952. Attached to British unit for Cooking Course 31 Aug–24 Oct 1952 then returned to 10 Tpt Coy and was appointed unit cook. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 May 1953 and to Lance Corporal 28 Jul 1953 and appointed NCO i/c cooks, in ‘A’ Transport Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Dec 1953. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Auckland 2002. Died Manukau City 8 Apr 2014, aged 87 years. |
| FULDSETH, Olaf Bruce | 208204 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/04/2055 | Born Kaiapoi on 20 Mar 1928. Rabbiter and deerstalker for Waiau Killer Board. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington on 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni 29 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea journey to Korea 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked Pusan 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured 2 Dec 1951 (petrol burns) and admitted to Norwegian MASH for one week. RTNZ and deplaned at Wellington 2 Jan 1953. Re-embarked on Teal flight to Sydney bound for Korea 25 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 4 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 19 Aug 1954 and appointed 2i/c section; Temporary Corporal 30 Nov 1954 and appointed NCO i/c section and to Corporal 4 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 12 Apr 1955 via Sydney (admitted hospital Sydney for minor disability) and deplaned Harewood 20 Apr 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas three years 218 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Sep 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch, 15 Nov 1988. Entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| FULLER, Clarence Leonard | 644655 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 12/07/2054 | 05/11/2054 | Born Eketahuna, North Wairarapa 2 Dec 1932. Driver from Palmerston North. Serving TF soldier from 3rd Intake CMT. Served two years in 23 Bty, 2 Fd Regt RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce 17 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 12 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 17 Jul 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ on deplanement then to NZRTU. Did NOT enter Korea. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and RTNZ for Compassionate Discharge. Deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas 117 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Nov 1954 and posted to TF unit. TSFD from the RNZA to RNZAMC on 6 Sep 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Dannevirke 20 Feb 1988. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FULLER, Donald John | 14898 | Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Takapau, Wairarapa 11 Dec 1936. Attended Dannevirke High School and was a corporal in the School Cadet unit. Started work in plumbing and engineering but decided to join the RNZN. Enlisted in the RNZN 17 Sep 1953 as a Junior Stoker 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki and further training in Philomel he was drafted to Bellona 8 Mar–6 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 17 Jun 1954 and his rank of Junior Stoker 1st Class was back dated to 23 Feb 1954. Advanced to Stoker 11 Jun 1954. Sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan waters and spent months in Korean waters between Nov 1954 and Mar 1955. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 11 Mar 1955. Kaniere RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955 but he remained in Kaniere until 17 Jan 1956. Drafted to Black Prince as Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 18 Jan 1956–9 Oct 1957. Drafted to Lachlan 10 Oct 1957 and advanced to Acting Leading Engineering Mechanic 17 Aug 1959. He served in Royalist on two occasions and advanced to Leading Engineering Mechanic 5 May 1960. In late 1960 he went to the UK for familiarisation and training in Taranaki and was a member of the crew who brought this ship back to New Zealand. He remained in Taranaki until 1 Apr 1963. DEE 12 May 1963. Died Napier 14 Sep 1975 aged 39 years. His file shows no record of medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| FULLER, James Leslie | 204542 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 30/08/2054 | Born Mt Isa, Queensland, Australia 28 Aug 1929. Came from Christchurch. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements as Lance Corporal in RNZASC. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 14 Feb 1953. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served mainly in Armistice area. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ for furlough. Deplaned Auckland on 8 Sep 1954. Emplaned for return to Korea on 26 Oct. Served overseas two years 58 days. (See also under name WILLIAMSON, James Langdon). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Served as Trooper, 4 Troop, NZ Sqn, 22 SAS Regt, Malaya, 1955–57. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. Entitled to PJM. |
| FULLER, Thomas Arthur | 208852 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 06/05/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Blackburn, England on 29 Feb 1924. Deck Officer, in Merchant Navy for 12 years, employed by Anchor Shipping Foundry Co, Nelson. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas and deplaned Japan 9 May 1953. Posted to 1 Div Sigs Regt 17 May 1953 and entered Korea the following day. TSFD to the RNZA and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Jun 1953. He requested reference material so he could continue to study for the 1st Mates Foreign Going Certificate. Attached to CATC Inchon 14–29 Jun 1953. Attached NZ Base HQ 28 Sep–18 Oct 1953 but returned to 16 Fd Regt at the end of this TOD. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed Bty Clerk 4 Jan 1954; promoted Temporary Bombardier 4 Feb 1954 (Bty Clerk). Attached to CATC Inchon 7–9 Mar 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Attached to CATC Inchon the third time 6 Jun–4 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed TARA NCO (Technical Assistant RA) 16 Aug 1954 this rank being confirmed 2 Oct 1954. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov. Served overseas one year 184 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| FULTHORPE, Robert | 12589 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Newcastle, Northumberland, UK, 23 Aug 1926. Joined the Royal Navy under the provisions of the National Service Act on 18 Apr 1946 and was issued with the Service No KX 797540. After initial training in Royal Arthur and Gosling he was drafted to HS Imperieuse a shore station He also served in King George and then Duke of York (27 Feb 1946–21 Jan 1948), two of the largest ships of the Royal Navy, initially as a Stoker 2nd Class then as Stoker 1st Class then Stoker Mechanic. Released from the RN on 19 Mar 1948. Robert joined the RNZN in London and was first drafted to HMS Loch Katrine renamed shortly after as HMNZS Tutira but within five weeks he was TSFD to Rotoiti. He came with that ship to NZ and sailed from Auckland to serve in Korean waters on 7 Oct 1950. He RTNZ 21 Nov 1951 and served in Philomel for just over a year during which time he was employed as a driver of SDMLs and Motorboats. Drafted to Black Prince 11 Jan 1953 until 19 Sep 1954 and he was DEE 29 Jan 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Bell Block, New Plymouth circa 2006. |
| FULTON, Douglas McNair | 208425 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Owaka, Clutha District, South Island on 23 May 1929. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 16 Aug 1952 and flew on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Then travelled by Qantas to Japan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 59 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jan 1954 and posted to TF Unit. Served in Light Anti-Aircraft Battery on North Shore, Auckland. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Member of Alexandra RSA in 2002. Died Dunedin 14 Aug 2018 age 89 years. |
| FULTON, Eric William | 208722 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/02/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Owaka on 23 Oct 1927. Grocer employed by L.A. McAdam at Kelso, West Otago. Enlisted 26 Mar 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned at Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Entered Korea 11 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 May 1953 and appointed Duty NCO. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Mar 1954 while still holding appointment of Bty Duty NCO. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 28 May 1954 and appointed Gun Sergeant i/c gun. Promoted substantive Sergeant 14 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 12 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 200 days. Discharged 8 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill 3 Oct 2010 aged 82 years. |
| FUNG KAI KAM | 0 | Steward | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 19/07/2057 | 13/06/2058 | Chinese crewman, recruited in Singapore and discharged at Hong Kong at the end of the deployment. |
| FUNNELL, Hayden Cecil | 11423 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Otorohanga on 1 Nov 1930. Was a scholar before entering the RNZN on 13 Mar 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. Was in the 11th Class of Seaman Boys. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 6 Nov 1947. Drafted to Bellona 20 Jan–16 Jun 1948; Served in Philomel 17 Jun–18 Aug 1948 and was then drafted back to Bellona on 19 Aug 1948. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 1 Nov 1948. Drafted to Philomel 1 Jun 1949 and advanced to Able Seaman on 1 Aug 1949. Served again in Bellona 18 Jan–24 Jun 1951. He returned to Philomel for a short stay and was drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1951. At that time Hawea was already in Korean waters so he may have been flown to Japan with an Army flight to join his ship. (No detail on how he managed to get to Korea. Hawea RTNZ on 8 Mar 1952 and Hayden stayed in Hawea for a few more days to 20 Mar 1952. He then served in Philomel and then in Black Prince 6 Jan–18 Nov 1953. His service was now ending and he served in Philomel 19 Nov 1953–18 Aug 1954. DEE 31 Oct 1954 and moved to Mt Maunganui. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later also awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZDSM (R) and the KWSM. |
| FURNESS, Anthony | 802702 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Sigs | 21/09/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Greymouth 11 Apr 1934. Fault man, Post & Telegraph Department, Greymouth. CMT trainee at time of his enlistment in Kayforce 17 Jun 1954. Obtained his father’s written permission to proceed overseas. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Entered Korea 10 Feb 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC 9 Feb 1955. Emplaned Japan 16 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 122 days. RTNZ on compassionate grounds. Discharged 8 Mar 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| FURNISS, Alfred Henry | 203527 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Born Waiuku 8 Aug 1921. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll No.13, p.43. Shown as a single man farmer Waipipi (on south side of the Manukau Harbour) with Service No 263563 as a Gunner bound for 2 Div Arty. Also served in 18 Battalion and Armed Regiment and NZ Div Cavalry, 2 NZEF during in Italy. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. RNZ Sigs attached to 16 Fd Regt, Field Linesman. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 22 May 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 163 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Jul 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Worked for a time during the 1970s as a General Duties Hand (20718, Able Seaman) at the Devonport Naval Base. Died Auckland, 20 Sep 1994 aged 73 years. |
| FURSDON, John Alexander | 206476 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Foxton 13 Dec 1928. Served in the RNZAF (Service No 461126) for 12 months with rank of Aircraftman 1st Class. Flax mill hand for NZ Woolpack and Textiles, Foxton. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine at and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 26 Oct for sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. Posted to G Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 27 Oct two-days before he entered Korea. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 27 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 on Qantas for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam, New Guinea, to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Oxford, Canterbury, 17 Feb 1997 aged 69 years. |
| FURZE, Delvers George | 204657 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Whakatane 30 Jan 1930. Bulldozer driver for Waikato Earthmovers, Cambridge. Enlisted in Kayforce on 21 Apr 1953. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 17 Sep 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Posted from Div HQ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 224 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 May 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.967 was sent to his given address in Whakatane on 14 Mar 1957. Died 27 Sep 2012 aged 82 years. |
| GABY, Maurice Frederick | 208809 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Lower Hutt on 13 Sep 1928. Driver for Geraldine Transport Company. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by air via, Guam and Japan. Entered deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 15 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Involved in driving tasks in several areas of southwestern Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam and Sydney. Deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living at Nelson in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM and is entitled to NZDSM. Died Nelson 19 May 2010, aged 82 years. |
| GAGE, David | 206996 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 17/07/2054 | Born Omaio, near Opotiki, on 8 Jan 1929. Bulldozer driver employed by Public Works Department, Cattle Creek, South Canterbury. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to HQ Div Tpt Platoon 22 Feb 1953 and entered Korea the following day. Served as Driver, B Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC, Kayforce. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ on furlough arriving 20 Jul 1954. Re-embarked for Korea 22 Sep 1954. Re-entered Japan 25 Sep 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Re-entered Korea 1 Oct 1954. Served in B Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 345 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 May 1955. Enlisted in Regular Force 11 Apr 1959. Also served in D Coy, 2 NZ Regt Taiping. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 25 Nov 1959 and RTNZ 11 Nov 1961 on RNZAF Hastings. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, RO 5/59 HQ NZ Army Force FARELF dated 9 Dec 1959. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ issued 15 Jul 1960, Schedule No.2. Posted to Bn Depot Burnham 11 Feb 1963. Discharged 24 Apr 1964. Died Opotiki, 10 Oct 2006 aged 77 years. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (M) and PJM. |
| GALBRAITH, Kenneth James | 206879 | Gunner | NZRTU | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born Hamilton on 11 Aug 1927. Clerk at the Bank of New Zealand, Feilding. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 7 Apr 1952. Emplaned 6 Sep 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney as a Gunner. Continued by charter flight and deplaned Japan 10 Sep 1952 and was posted to NZ Reinforcement Training Unit. Attached FAP to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953. Was selected and played in the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, entered Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Jun 1953. Attached to Commonwealth Artillery Training Unit Inchon 4–24 Oct 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 7 Nov 1953, Lance Bombardier to Temporary Bombardier 14 Nov 1953 and to Temporary Sergeant 4 Jan 1954 while holding appointment of Chief Clerk. Promoted Sergeant 1 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 5 Jun 1954 and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 9 Jun 1954. Served overseas one year 277 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Aug 1954. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Blenheim in 2002. Died in Blenheim on 8 Jul 2019 aged 92 years. |
| GALBRAITH, Patrick James Neil | 914190 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/06/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Previous service in the RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by air from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 22 Nov 1954. SOS Kayforce 15 Jan 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GALBRAITH, William Buckley | 206277 | Lance Bombardier | NZ Base, HQ Pay & Records Sec | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/07/2052 | Born Wairoa on 16 Jul 1924. Home service during WWII (Service No 14/630170) and further service in the BCOF, Japan with Service No 630170. Promoted Sergeant while in Jayforce. Embarked from NZ on 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ on 5 Oct 1948. Discharged from 2 NZEF 4 Dec 1948. Cashier for Hawkes Bay Farmers’ Co-operative Ltd, Wairoa. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Bombardier 1 Jan 1951 while holding the appointment of 2 Echelon Clerk at Kure. Reverted to rank of Gunner 23 Oct 1951 at own request. RTNZ emplaning at Iwakuni, Japan 10 Jul 1952 to Sydney transferring to and deplaning Auckland 13 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat Aparima. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Sep 1952. Died Hamilton, 12 Jul 1964 aged 40. Next of kin entitled to claim NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM if not already claimed. |
| GALE, John Harold | 203983 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 28/05/2053 | Born Murray Bridge, South Australia on 18 Jan 1929. Clerk and painter for Smith & Brown, Auckland, then self-employed. Served in RNZAF 1945–46 (Aircraftman 1st Class with Service No 452309). Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Promoted Temporary Corporal, 2 Aug 1951 (at sea) while acting as Administration Corporal. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Reverted to Driver 8 Jan 1952 when no longer Administration NCO. Attached to HQ Div Tpt Platoon 13 Jan–9 Feb 1952. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned 9 May for RTNZ but took leave in Australia before returning to NZ. Served overseas one year 284 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jul 1953. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Became schoolteacher then applied to join Regular Force May 1957. Died Waihi on 13 Aug 2009 aged 82 years. |
| GALL, George Gordon (Jock) | 207701 | Sergeant | NZ Base HQ Provost Sec | RNZ Provost Corps | 10/12/2050 | 18/03/2053 | Born Aberdeen, Scotland on 2 Apr 1927. Previous service in British Army (Lance Sergeant, Scots Guards). Bushman from Dunsandel, Canterbury. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant on 1 Nov 1950 at Waiouru while employed as Base HQ Provost Section. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Sergeant 1 Jan 1951. Attached to 16 Fd Regt 7 Jun 1951. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 19–24 Jul 1951. Discharged back to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 17 Nov–15 Dec 1951. Granted 28 days furlough in UK, 15 Jul–11 Aug 1952. Deplaned Tokyo 17 Aug 1952 and posted to Brit Com Provost Coy on deplanement. Posted to Brit Com Military Corrective Establishment as a staff member 27 Oct 1952–1 Jan 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 1 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight 18 Mar 1953. Served overseas two years 72 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Jun 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Te Omanga Hospice, Lower Hutt 27 Sep 2014 aged 87 years. |
| GALLAGHER, Dennis Patrick | 207850 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Butteant, County Cork, Ireland on 27 Jul 1912. Previous service in the British Army (Service No 485427). Served 22 years 354 days in a British Infantry unit and was discharged with rank of Sergeant. Second World War Medal entitlement not known. Orchard worker. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier in Waiouru while holding appointment of Tent Commander. Promoted Bombardier at Waiouru 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 21 Dec 1950 while holding appointment of Troop Sergeant Major, 161 Bty and Gunnery Instructor. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Served for short time at Reinforcement Training Unit. Reverted to rank of Gunner at own request 13 Feb 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier while holding appointment of Duty NCO 161 Bty, 4 Oct 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 16 Nov 1951. Attached to Camp Britannia 5 Jan 1952–7 Jun 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 7 Jun 1952 then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from hospital 28 Jun 1952 and remains on X List. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Received further orthopaedic treatment at Wellington Hospital for dislocated knee until May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jul 1953. |
| GALLAGHER, George Patrick | 204626 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 18/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Pirongia on 31 Jan 1923. Farmer from Devonport. Next-of-kin, Mrs M.M. Gallagher (mother), Remuera, Auckland.) Served in BCOF, Japan. (452551, Private, Army Education & Welfare Service). Embarked 29 May 1946 and RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 6 Aug 1947. Carpenter for J. McIlwane, Marton. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 27 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and Qantas from Sydney to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served mainly in the Armistice area. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by Teal from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GALLAGHER, George Stuart | 206162 | Temporary Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born Glasgow, Scotland 19 Aug 1922. Five years of service in the Royal Air Force with Service No 1367440 during WWII in the Middle East and India. Rank on discharge Flight Sergeant. War service medals not known. Labourer for Vesta Batteries, Miramar, Wellington. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Promoted Lance Bombardier 3 Oct 1950 while hold appointment of Tent Commander in Waiouru. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 9 Nov 1950 while holding appointment as Gun No.1. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Pictured in Auckland Weekly News 1951 with his gun-crew of Gunner D. Feehan (Wellington), B. Boyden (Dannevirke), D. Liddington (Hamilton), W. Monkhouse (Whangarei) and R. Farrow (Dannevirke). Served in all areas where 162 Bty was involved. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 21 May 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 23 May 1952 from Teal flying boat Ararangi. Served overseas one year 166 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jul 1952. Applied to join Regular Force in Jul 1959 but this was rejected possibly because of age. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Manurewa 20 Mar 1966 aged 44 years. |
| GALLAGHER, John Hobart | 203600 | Driver | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Kumeu on 7 Dec 1928. Transport driver employed at Te Poi near Matamata. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached to NZ Transport Platoon. Driver Operator. Admitted Norwegian MASH 28 Jul and remained there until 28 Aug 1951. Admitted to Swedish Hospital 22 Sep and was discharged 3 Oct 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 22 Sep 1952. Died Hamilton, 19 Oct 1997 aged 69 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GALLAGHER, Rees James Gardner | 204571 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Paeroa 4 Dec 1929. Printer for M.P. Lennan of Paeroa. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 14 Oct 1952. Emplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni Japan 7 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 10 Mar 1953 and was posted to Fox Troop, 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP Comwel Artillery Training Centre, Inchon 11 Oct–22 Nov 1953 for course. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 26 Jun 1954 when appointed 2i/c Gun but reverted to Gunner 21 Aug 1954 on ceasing to hold appointment. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hasting for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 12 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 194 days. SOS Kayforce 12 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.981 was sent to an address at Papakura on 22 Mar 1957. Died Auckland, 1 Mar 1998 aged 71 years. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GALLAND, Cyril Herbert | 208492 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 02/10/2052 | Born Nelson 27 Jan 1926. Served in RNZAF (452621) for three months. Embarked Wellington 29 May 1946 on the Empire Pride to sail to Japan. His name is shown in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.45 as 651644, Private, Infantry, 27 Machine Gun Battalion. Orchardist / Farmhand from Nelson. Next-of-kin, Mrs K. Connell (mother), Nelson. RTNZ 8 Sep 1946 due to medical condition. Carpenter's labourer at Nelson after his return from Japan. Attested 10 Jan 1952 in Kayforce at Nelson. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere to Sydney and continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jul 1952 while holding the appointment of Troop Driver Operator, 162 Bty and to Lance Bombardier 12 Aug 1952. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb (renal colic) 12 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 26 Sep for RTNZ (medical) deplaning Wellington 2 Oct 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 139 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Dec 1953. Living in Nelson 2002. Medal Entitlement Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Nelson 9 Jul 2009 aged 83 years. |
| GALLON, Raymond Robert | 206076 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Matarawa, near Carterton, 6 Apr 1928. Farmhand from Carterton. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served 162 Bty in many actions from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Lance Bombardier 7 Jan 1951. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 25 Jul 1951 and appointed 2i/c gun. Reverted to Lance Bombardier 9 Aug 1951 on ceasing to be 2i/c gun. Promoted Temporary Bombardier while appointed 2i/c Gun for second time 25 Feb 1952. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 6 Apr 1952–suspected broken toe. Discharged the following day. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 20 Apr 1952 and appointed Gun No.1. Promoted Sergeant 1 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas and Teal flights via Guam and Sydney. Deplaned 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat from Sydney at Wellington. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Aug 1952. Returned in time to assist his 72-year-old father on the farm for the calving and milking season. Died Masterton, 27 Jul 1983. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GALVIN, Colin Roy (Joe) | 211401 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 13/02/2056 | Born New Plymouth 21 Apr 1929. Seaman then office equipment technician before enlistment. Attested in Kayforce in late 1953 but broke his finger. Was discharged then joined again in 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan, 16 Dec 1954. Entered Korea 20 Dec 1954 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Vehicle mechanic in 10 Tpt Coy Wksp. Then became a driver and was the OC's driver. Served in Gloster Valley area. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Feb 1956 for RTNZ on compassionate leave and deplaned Auckland 13 Feb 1956. Served overseas one year 51 days. He did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Mar 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.985 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in New Plymouth. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Returned to the sea on RTNZ and was employed by Taranaki Harbour Board for many years. Living at New Plymouth in 2006. |
| GAMBLE, Douglas Henry | 204072 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 23/12/2051 | Born Mokai, north-west of Taupo, 13 Oct 1923. Saw-miller bench man, employed by Public Works Department, Mangakino. Enlisted 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 26 Aug 1951 for sea passage to Pusan. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Aug 1951 while holding the appointment of Linesman NCO. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Sqn, NZ Component 26 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 28 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Corporal 5 Nov 1951. ETD for RTNZ as a medical evacuee. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1951 for RTNZ (medical-Manchurian Fever?) and deplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1951. Served overseas 144 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Apr 1952. Attested in the Regular Force 15 Apr 1952 and was posted to Northern District Signal Troop. Discharged at his own request 3 Oct 1952. Went to Waikato Hydro Mangakino. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. His Korea Medal (alone) was listed in Military Memorabilia catalogue in Apr 2020. Did he lose his original medals? Died Ohinemuri Rest Home, Paeroa 5 Apr 2011 aged 87 years. |
| GAMBLE, Ian Francis | 208896 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Ranfurly, Southland, 28 Apr 1929. Driver employed by State Hydro Department, Southland. Attested 29 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea circa 1 Jul 1953. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Harewood deplaning 22 Nov 19543. Served overseas one year 152 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955. Died Oamaru 9 Oct 1988 aged 58 years. |
| GAMBLE, Keith Robert Meynell | 34084 | Private | NZ Base HQ Ord Sec | RNZAOC | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born 19 Oct 1926, possibly in Heretunga, Lower Hutt. Regular Force soldier 1949-1952 and served in RNZAOC, then seconded to Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ Ord Section. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge via Sydney. Deplaned NZ 25 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 136 days SOS Kayforce 14 Jun 1952 and reposted to the Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 6 May 1990 aged 74 years. |
| GANNON, David Maxwell | 204405 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/12/2052 | 31/07/2053 | Born Whanganui 16 Mar 1930. Farmhand from Whanganui. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Attached to CATC Inchon for artillery course 19 Apr–5 May 1953. Wounded in action 11 Jun 1953, by Chinese mortar shell fragments in chest and abdomen. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb then TSFD to 43 MASH. Still on the seriously ill list 22 Jun but condition satisfactory at 121 Evacuation Hospital. Removed from seriously ill List 25 Jun 1953. Evacuated by air to Brit Com Gen Hosp 23 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1953 for RTNZ (walking wounded) and deplaned Wellington 31 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 233 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Nov 1953, below service medical standard due to war wounds. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Whanganui 2002. Died Whanganui 31 Mar 2009 aged 79 years. |
| GARDINER, Charles Edward | 206083 | Temporary Captain | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 01/01/1970 | Born Middle Brighton, Victoria, Australia, 29 May 1922. Served in Australian Imperial Forces 1940–43, RAAF 1943–45. His WWII awards are not known. Clerk at NZ Civil Air Department, Fiji. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and was appointed to Kayforce as a Temporary Captain Embarked ‘Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Troop Commander C Troop, 162 Bty. Served from Pusan to near Seoul. Promoted Captain 1 Apr 1951. Attached to British R.H.Q. Kure, Japan for Gunnery course 8 Jun 1951. Admitted B.C.O.F. Hospital, Japan 12 Jul 1951. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 24 Aug 1951 for medical evacuation to RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ. Served overseas 270 days. A note on Nom Roll No.28 states, “Discharge in Australia approved.” Disembarked Melbourne 5 Sep 1951 and was discharged there 1 Oct 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to the Retired List 17 Oct 1951. Later re-joined Australian Military Forces. Living in Como, West Australia 2001. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| GARDINER, George Augustine | 35310 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/03/2053 | 19/08/2054 | Born Auckland on 3 May 1930. A driver employed by Turner & Growers, Auckland, before he enlisted in the NZ Army on 22 Jan 1952. Attached ND Coy RNZASC prior to attending his basic course and was then posted to the unit. Seconded to Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Feb 1953. Emplaned Auckland 26 Mar 1953 as a Driver. Entered Japan 28 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 7 Apr 1953. Attached FAP to HQ RASC (NCO School) 10 May–2 Jun 1953 then returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1953. Reverted to Driver on ceasing to hold the appointment of Section 2i/c. Committed several offences which resulted in 21 days detention in Canadian Detention Barracks and loss of pay. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll on 5 Mar 1954. Admitted to Swedish Hospital, Pusan 22 May 1954 (accidentally injured) then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Returned to NZ Base HQ and posted to NZRTU. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and reposting to Regular Force. RTNZ deplaning Auckland 19 Aug 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 208 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 26 Apr 1955 and reposted to ND Transport Coy, Auckland, 27 Apr 1955. TSFD to Regular Force Reserve 14 Feb 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| GARDINER, John Allen | 206477 | Temporary Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Napier 16 Apr 1930. Traveller for International Harvester Company, Palmerston North. Attested 12Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Promoted Temporary Corporal 2 Aug 1951 while at sea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for voyage to Pusan and entered Korea 27 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 28 Aug 1951. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Battle Training School, Haramura for PRT Course 9 Nov–4 Dec 1951. Admitted Norwegian MASH 26 Dec 1951, discharged to 25 Canadian Fd Amb and returned to unit 2 Jan 1952. Promoted Corporal 12 Jan 1952. Attached Div HQ Tpt Platoon 25 Feb 1952. Applied for inclusion in the Coronation Contingent but was not selected. Father died 20 Feb 1953 and Corporal Gardiner emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 28 Feb for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight es Sydney. Served overseas one year 216 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 May 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Takapau 4 Dec 1982 aged 52 years. |
| GARDINER, John William | 14791 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Romford, Essex, UK, on 17 Mar 1933. Employed as a seaman before he entered the RNZN 21 May 1953 as an Ordinary Seaman. He served mainly in Philomel and Black Prince advancing to Acting Leading Seaman on 15 Jan 1957. Drafted on 6 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters during the Second Commissioning voyage. Advanced to Leading Seaman 16 Jan 1958. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in Tamaki 28 Oct 1958 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) 6 Aug 1959. Also served in Stawell and in Tamaki where he advanced to Petty Officer 7 Mar 1960. Sent to Maori in London to become a crewmember in Taranaki and bring the ship to NZ to join the RNZN Fleet. He was back in Philomel 13 Jan 1962 and advanced to Acting Chief Petty Officer (Local) on 14 Feb 1963 but this was relinquished 2 Apr 1963. His next ship was Endeavour 3 Apr 1963 and probably sailed to Antarctica in the Summer season 1963–64. Discharged by Purchase 15 Jul 1964. Later entitled to NZOSM, NCSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| GARDINER, Reginald Raymond | 971640 | Signalman | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZ Sigs | 28/07/2054 | 14/02/2056 | Born Invercargill 26 Nov 1929. Attested in Kayforce on 16 Mar 1954. Emplaned 28 Jul 1954 in Teal DC6 aircraft and flew via Sydney, New Guinea, Guam to Japan to Korea. Served in RNZ Sigs but TSFD to RNZASC. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and employed as a cook but suffered from heat in the kitchen. Then employed as Regimental Policeman. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Feb 1956 for RTNZ by RNZAF aircraft. Deplaned Auckland 14 Feb 1956 and flew to Christchurch. Discharged 23 Apr 1956. Died Blenheim/Renwick, 21 Apr 1993 aged 63 years, after a severe stroke. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) presented to his wife by Rthonorary rank D.L. Kidd, Speaker of the House of Representatives. |
| GARDINER, Stanley John | 203748 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Wellington 2 Dec 1927. Previous service in RNZAF. Farmhand at Ohaupo. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manilla. Disembarked Pusan Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Reinf Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool. Accidentally injured (to Left Hand and forearm–not serious) by petrol burns on 31 Mar 1951. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon 20 May 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney deplaning Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight. Served overseas one year 265 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Oct 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GARDNER, George Charles | 13268 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Christchurch 9 Aug 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN 25 May 1950 as a Stoker. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Taupo 15 Jan 1951 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 25 May 1951. Taupo sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Travelled to Korea via Singapore and Hong Kong. Attached to and served engine room in Belfast (cruiser) 10 Oct 1951–20 Jan 1952 for special ‘in ship’ training. Qualified as a Mechanician. RTNZ in Taupo via Singapore and disembarked Devonport 21 Oct 1952. He then served in Bellona, Philomel and Lachlan where he advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic on 1 Feb 1954. Served in Black Prince 20 Sep 1954 and was sent to HMAS Cerberus 22 Jan 1955, possibly as an instructor, for he remained there until 1 Apr 1957. During his time in Cerberus he advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic and then to Engineer Mechanic 3rd Class. On RTNZ he served in the following ships Rotoiti, Philomel and Kaniere, where he advanced to Mechanic 2nd Class and then in Royalist. In May 1960 he went to Maori in Britain and became a crewmember that brought Otago to NZ. On 6 Mar 1962 he was back serving in Royalist and advanced to Acting Chief Mechanic on 2 Dec 1963. Following that he was back in Philomel and became Chief Mechanic on 2 Dec 1964. He served in Blackpool 28 Apr 1966 then went back to Philomel. Discharged to RA 25 May 1970. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM (R), Naval LS&GC Medal (19 Aug 1965) and the KWSM. |
| GARDNER, Ross Colin | 207728 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Christchurch 16 Apr 1929. Stable hand from Belfast near Christchurch. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Posted to RNZA while in Camp under training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as Gunner in 163 Bty from Pusan to north of 38th Parallel. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Sep 1952 for RTNZ completing the journey and deplaning Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged from Kayforce shortly after RTNZ. Enlisted in the Regular Force 18 Jul 1957. Korea medals replaced in Oct 1957. Embarked 28 Nov 1957 on HMT Captain Cook at Wellington and served as Private in 1 NZ Regt, Taiping, 1957–59. RTNZ 4 Mar 1958 on RNZAF aircraft for medical reasons. Posted to Burnham Camp and was promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1958. Discharged 10 Jul 1960. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Name on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Medal sent to HQ Burnham Camp 9 Apr 1959. Later Barman at Black Horse Hotel, Addington. Enlisted in RNZAF with Service No 83105. Died Wellington 8 Jan 1976 aged 47 years. |
| GARDYNE, Norman William James | 208267 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 06/04/2054 | Born 16 Jun 1926. Post & Telegraph linesman from Hokitika. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force during Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 27 Oct and appointed NCO i/c Spare Drivers ‘C’ Transport Platoon. RTNZ on furlough 2 Jan 1953. Re-embarked for Korea 12 Mar 1953. Re-entered Japan 14 Mar 1953 and re-entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Successfully passed HQRASC 1 Comwel Div NCO School course, promoted Temporary Corporal and appointed Transport Section Commander 1 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Platoon Tpt Sergeant 15 Jun 1953. Reliable, keen and efficient NCO. Substantive Sergeant 1 Oct 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and remained on the NZ Roll for furlough 24 Feb 1954. Served overseas two years 181 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jun 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Hokitika, 16 Jun 1994 aged 38 years. |
| GARGETT, Douglas Warren | 31645 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 13/09/2052 | Born Southbridge, Canterbury, NZ on 24 May 1929. Enlisted in the Regular Force on 11 May 1948. Seconded to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan disembarked Kure and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy where he was a Section Commander and was promoted Corporal on 26 May 1952. He emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 13 Sep 1952. Posted to the ‘K’ Force Training Staff at Burnham to train reinforcements for Korea. Emplaned Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to deplane Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 and re-entered Korea a week later. Re-joined 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 14 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Malaya in the Transport Platoon, 1 Bn NZ Regt between Nov 1961 and Nov 1966. Awarded NZGSM (M). Also LS&GC Medal, Meritorious Service Medal. Further detail contained in Service Lives Remembered. Brother of John Galvin Gargett. Died Doyleston, Central Canterbury, 24 Jun 2008 aged 79 years. |
| GARGETT, John Galvin | 207761 | Lance Corporal | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Southbridge, Canterbury, NZ on 28 Feb 1922. Served in NZ Military Forces, 4 Battalion Canterbury Regt (Service No 624524) 16 Jun 1942–7 May 1945 when he TSFD to 2 NZEF until 12 Sep 1945. Went on Leave without pay pending discharge. Posted to 1st Section NZ Jayforce 23 May 1946. Served in BCOF Japan 1945–47. Departed NZ 29 May 1946 and disembarked Japan 14 Jun 1946. Served in 27 Infantry Bn. Posted to NZ Tokyo Bn 22 Apr 1947. RTNZ 5 Jul 1947 disembarking at Lyttelton. SOS 2 NZEF 5 Aug 1947. Slaughter man for Free Bros., butchers, Leeston. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal at Waiouru 6 Nov 1950. Promoted Lance Corporal 10 Dec 1950 and Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Lance Corporal on LMG. Accidentally injured 26 Jun 1951 (laceration left leg while chopping wood) and admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb. TSFD to 3rd Stationary Hospital and discharged to NZ Tpt Pl, 7 Jul 1951. Promoted Temporary Corporal while holding appointment of Transport Section Commander. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt wef 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas to Sydney and deplaned from Teal flying boat the RMA Awatere at Wellington 26 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 139 days. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 15 Jun 1952. Brother of Douglas Warren Gargett. Died Doyleston, Central Canterbury, 7 Apr 2012 aged 90 years. |
| GARLAND, Norman Graeme | 203858 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Cambridge 28 Aug 1927. Farmer on the family farm at Whitehall, Rural Delivery, Cambridge. Enlisted in KMB 30 Aug 1950. After training in Papakura and Waiouru Camps he Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. M/I to Training & Reinforcement Battery as a Driver, then posted to 161 Bty. He was a member of the Observation Post team during the action on Hill 227 in support of 1 Bn King's Shropshire Light Infantry. Reported Missing in Action 17 Nov 1951. Taken Prisoner of War in the heavy fighting on 17 Nov. Confirmed POW 27 Dec 1951. He was first held in Camp 2–3 at Songsa-Don and he was instrumental in keeping the chins up of two Royal Leicestershire Regt men, Lance Corporal Joe Kenworthy and Private Bert Knott who had been having a very-hard-time in that camp. They were all later TSFD POW Camp No.5 at Pyok-Tong, on the banks of an inlet off the Yalu River in North Korea which was controlled by the Chinese. Only New Zealand serviceman to be captured by the Chinese during the Korean War. Photographed by Mr Alan Winnington, the North Korean and Chinese correspondent of the London Daily Worker (a Communist Paper). One of his fellow POWs wrote, “I was with Graeme Garland almost a year and count him as one of the finest men I have known and in a place where small nations stood or fell on the conduct of their few representatives, he was a credit to you all.” Such remarks as: 'If all Kiwis are like this one, what a fine bunch they must be.” were common. We never saw a time when he was not cheerful and anxious to help his comrades. Always an example to others, he had not an enemy in the camp (Chinese excluded)….” D.R. Walker (Ex Gloster's) Bristol, England, UK. [K Force Despatches, May 2002.] Gunner Garland was released during Operation Switch and repatriated at Panmunjom 7 Aug 1953. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney arriving on a Teal flight at Auckland 20 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 255 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Nov 1953. Died Te Awamutu, 5 Mar 1988 aged 60 years. |
| GARNER, Morris James | 12463 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Lyttelton 23 Jun 1930. Enlisted in RNZN 30 Sep 1948. Little survives of his service record as it appears to have been culled by personnel who did not really understand the job. Served in Bellona 1 Jun 1949–2 Feb 1950. Drafted to Tutira and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service in the first deployment of ship to Korean waters. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Later served in Kiwi and Black Prince. Discharged 29 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| GARVIE, Maurice Sydney | 13948 | Acting Leading Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Te Kopuru 22 Feb 1936. Employed as a clerical cadet before he entered the RNZN 27 Sep 1951 as a Boy 2nd Class and underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class and then to Boy Telegraphist 29 May 1952. He served in, Black Prince advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 22 Aug 1950 and Philomel advanced to Telegraphist 22 Aug 1954 and Irirangi before he was drafted on 6 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist (Local) 30 May 1957 and to Acting Leading Telegraphist on 15 Jul 1957. Served in the Communication Division. On RTNZ he served in Irirangi and advanced to Leading Telegraphist 15 Jul 1958. Served in Wakefield as Leading Radio Operator 1 Mar 1960. DEE 21 Feb 1962. After discharge went and worked in Brazil. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GASKIN, Robert George | 13161 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Petone 2 Jan 1932. Employed as a grocer’s assistant before entering the RNZN 13 Oct 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki then Philomel. Served in the survey ship Lachlan 28 Jul 1950–23 Aug 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman 13 Apr 1951. Sent on training course to HMAS Watson 31 Aug–20 Dec 1951. Radar Plotter. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost and replaced at cost in 1994. Served in Bellona on RTNZ and also ML P3552. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. DEE on 1 Jan 1956. Living at Takapuna in 2004. |
| GASSON, Maurice Ernest | 203857 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Waipukurau 7 Nov 1928. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Jun 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. travelling via Brisbane and Manila. Technical Assistant in 161 Bty Headquarters and then posted Sergeant Able troop, then Tech Ack, Baker Troop. Moved with the battery from Pusan to Seoul. Maurice wrote an interesting light-hearted article for K Force Despatches describing some of the points of the trip in the Ormonde. These extracts were previously published in the Wairarapa Herald on 8 Jan 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 256 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. RTNZ as Sergeant. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Oct 1952. Maurie Gasson was quite good at putting his thoughts on paper and wrote several poems about his times in Korea and at home. He wrote a moving poem in May 2003 ‘The First Korean Winter’ which was published in K Force Despatches, Nov 2003. Another was ‘Memories’ published in K Force Despatches, Nov 2003. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Papakura 2 Aug 2018 aged 89 years. |
| GATEHOUSE, Betty Irene | 0 | Ms | — | Concert Party | 28/04/2055 | 27/09/2055 | Betty Gatehouse came from Wellington and was a soprano. She was a member of the 1955 Concert Party in Korea. She also sang with Alice Graham (contralto), the English Singers conducted by Alex Lindsay at the Concert Chamber, Wellington Town Hall, 27 March 1956. Died as Betty Berry 7 Mar 2020 aged 93. |
| GATES, Thomas Raymond | 206478 | Driver | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Totara North, Northland 14 May 1930. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Darwin. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. TSFD to the RNZEME soon after arrival in Japan and on arrival in Korea was employed in 16 Fd Regt LAD workshops. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Jun 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 326 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Totara North, Northland in 2004. Entitled to NZDSM. Died early Jun 2019. A graveside service was arranged (provisionally) at Totara North Cemetery, 7 Jun 2019. He was 89 years old. |
| GAUNT, James | 203869 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Auckland 22 Dec 1924. He was a labourer working for Williamson Construction in Auckland. Attested in KMB on 31 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 5 Oct 1950 and to Active Service on 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZRTU. Lost all his personal belongings in a fire at NZRTU, Pusan and claimed compensation on 15 May 1951. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 19 May 1951 from NZRTU. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 16–TSFD21 Jul 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 24 Jul 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1952. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| GAUSEL, Stanley Frederick Bernard | 206163 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/04/2052 | Born Nelson 15 Jun 1923. Previous service in Army 2 NZEF with Service No 453368. Embarked 28 Jun 1944. Entered Egypt 2 Aug 1944 ex HMT 84. Embarked Alexandria for Italy 24 Sep 1944. M/I to 26 NZ Bn from NZ Adv Base 16 Oct 1944. Had several disciplinary problems. Embarked for RTNZ 10 Jan 1946. RTNZ 10 Feb 1946. Re-boarded Nelson 20 Jun 1946 and discharged 5 Jul 1947. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Carpenter at Lower Hutt. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Oct 1950. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Accidentally injured 9 Sep 1951, by a shell fragment ricochet during target practice had hit his left hand. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 9 Sep 1951 TSFD to Norwegian MASH then to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged 11 Oct 1951. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Ambulance 22 Dec 1951. He had in Korea, a repeat of similar discipline problems as in Italy. ETD from Iwakuni 30 Mar 1952 for RTNZ (medical reasons). Travelled by air to Sydney and admitted to AMF Wing Concord Repat Hospital then to NZ by RNZAF Aircraft. Deplaned Auckland 4 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 117 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 May 1952. Medals sent to Onehunga. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.995 was sent to an address in Onehunga on 22 Mar 1957. Later went back to Nelson. Died Nelson 26 Jan 1982 aged 59 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GAWITH, Edward Brian | 206774 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Masterton on 1 Oct 1922. Farmer from Paraparaumu. Previous service in home defence unit during WWII, army (Service No 8/443140, Driver, 5th Reserve Motor Transport Coy from 2 Aug–20 Oct 1942) and RNZAF (Service No 442140 from 3 Apr 1944 to 17 Sep 1945). Posted to Aircrew Section but failed to qualify for pilot training. Rank Leading Aircraftman. Enlisted on 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan, deplaning Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. Employed as Technical Assistant in 162 Bty for 12 months. Attended course at C.A.T.C, Inchon 22 Feb–22 Mar 1953. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 30 Jun 1953. Promoted Lance Bombardier 13 Oct 1953 and appointed Casualty Clerk. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on the S.S. Changte for return to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 30 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 304 days. Discharged 2 Jun 1954. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GAWN, Donald | 914276 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Kurow 19 Jan 1931. Clerk employed by Wright Stephenson Co Ltd, from Oamaru. Enlisted in Kayforce on 6 Mar 1952. Emplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 4 Sep 1952. Posted to NZRTU until 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953 and posted to 16 Fd Regt 3 Jan 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 16 Aug 1953, Temporary Bombardier 25 Nov 1953 and to Bombardier 24 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ as an instructor for RNZA Reinforcements. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Was involved in training of the 14th Reinforcements at Burnham before he was discharged. SOS Kayforce 14 Apr 1954 and TSFD to the TF reserve. Served overseas one year 130 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Ashburton in 1996. Died 7 May 2009 age 86 years. |
| GAYLOR, Thomas | 2078 | Control Electrical Artificer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Hamilton 22 Jul 1913. Employed as an electrician before he entered the RNZN as an Electrical Artificer 5th Class on 14 Oct 1940. Served during WWII mainly in Leander, Philomel and Gambia. After the war he continued to serve and was mainly in Philomel and Bellona although he did attend courses in HMAS Watson and HMAS Cerberus. Drafted 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to SE Asia and Korea and was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Communication Division. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and was then in HMAS Flinders 7 Jul 1959–13 Oct 1962 possibly as an instructor. Discharged to RA 13 Oct 1962 and remained to live in Frankton, Victoria, Australia. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal and Gratuity on 14 Oct 1955. Awarded British Empire Medal in QB Hons on 2 Jun 1958. Discharged to RA 13 Oct 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GAZZARD, Colin Edward | 208167 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Hawera 24 Nov 1928. Painter from Invercargill. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo 1 Sep 1951 for the sea voyage from Japan to Pusan. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Sep 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 31 Jan 1952 and appointed NCO i/c Spare Drivers. Relinquished Temporary rank on ceasing to hold appointment 21 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Aug 1953. Living in Timaru in 1996. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Timaru 21 Mar 2008. |
| GEANGE, Colin Harold | 208900 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 24/03/2056 | Born Pahiatua 27 May 1927. Self-employed deer stalker and hunter. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements at Timaru on 14 Jan 1953. Posted to Active Service on 14 Apr 1953 and to RNZASC at Burnham (undated). M/O from Burnham 23 Jun 1953 for emplanement on Flight ‘George’ and emplaned 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. M/I to NZ Reinf Trg Un it on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea on 13 Jul 1953. Admitted to Central Dressing Station Tokyo 23–26 Jul 1954 and discharged direct to unit. Admitted to Canadian Fd Amb on 30 Jul–4 Aug 1954 and posted to unit on discharge. Admitted 25 Canadian F.D.S, 25 Oct 1954 and was discharged from Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit direct to unit 10 Tpt Coy (varicose veins). Granted a 12-month extension dating from 27 Dec 1954. Granted 28 days furlough 31 Dec 1954–27Jan 1955. After leave returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 15–28 Apr 1955. Posted to NZ Base HQ 24 Oct 1955 and TSFD to X(iv) List. M/O NZ Base HQ and posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 26 Oct 1955 then returned to NZ Base HQ and TSF to NZ Roll 5 Dec 1955. Granted 14 days special theatre leave 18–31 Dec 1955 plus 3 days stat holidays. Married Miss Kazue Ohana at St Peter’s Garrison Church, Kure by the Revd G.T. Gilbert on 17 Dec 1955. RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Mar 1956 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 275 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jul 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 24 Jan 2004 aged 77 years. |
| GEDDES, Ian Robert | 203528 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Hamilton 13 May 1928. Fitter and turner for C. Goldberg, Auckland. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and employed in the Regimental workshops. To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal whilst employed as Vehicle Mechanic. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 19 Feb 1951 (sick) TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to NZRTU 23 Mar 1951. M/I to 16 Fd Regt from NZ Base HQ (Kure, Japan) 31 Mar 1951. Reverts to Lance Corporal 8 May 1951. Also served in NZ Base HQ on TOD from 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured (burns to legs and arms) and admitted 75 ADS 1 May 1952. Discharged to unit 11 May 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ on TOD from 16 Fd Regt 14–22 May 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 11 Jun 1952. TSPD to NZ Roll 9 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 and deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM in 2001 and 2002. Died 3 Apr 2015 aged 86 years. |
| GEE, Robert Norman (Bob) | 12816 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Blyth, Northumberland, UK, 31 Aug 1923. Was an insurance agent before he entered the Royal Navy 26 Oct 1942 as an Ordinary Telegraphist with Service No C/JX 401730. H served in several shore stations and ships including Duncan (destroyer) and in Oct 1943 rescued 15 survivors of U–470 and helped destroy U–274 and U–282. He also served in Nith during the Normandy landings and the ship was hit by a prototype German drone aircraft (Mistral). Nine crew died instantly and 26 wounded were taken onto a hospital ship. HMS Nith was towed back to the Isle of Wight for repairs. After the ship was repaired, she sailed to the far east and Rob Gee went with her and was stationed In HMS Braganza at Bombay (now Mumbai). HMS Nith was involved in service off Burma and at one stage was transporting Japanese POWs. He returned to Britain in 1946 and was released from the RN on 26 Jun 1946. His WWII awards are not stated but probably include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star and War Medal. He entered the RNZN at Maori on 12 Jun 1949 as an Able Seaman. On arrival in NZ he served in Lachlan, Philomel, Tamaki and was drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1951 which was already in Japanese / Korean waters. It is not known how he travelled to join her, but he served in her and RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Back in NZ he served in Philomel, HMAS Watson again and in Black Prince. DEE 11 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 6 Jun 2010 at Hillsborough, Auckland, aged 87 years and his funeral was at the New Lynn RSA Rooms. |
| GEE, Walter Thomas (Wally) | 207851 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/05/2053 | Born Gore 29 Aug 1929. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Originally employed a Technical Assistant as Temporary Bombardier in 163 Bty Command Post. Also served in 162 Bty. ETD Iwakuni 13 Jul 1951 for RTNZ to attend an OCTU selection and training course and deplaned Wellington Jul 1951. Graduated from Kayforce OCTU at Waiouru on 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Re-embarked 31 Jan 1952 with 3rd Reinforcements for Korea on the Wanganella to Sydney and after a month in Australia with 1 Bn Royal Australian Regiment travelled from Sydney to Japan on the troopship Devonshire about Mar 1952. Disembarked Kure, Japan 18 Mar 1952. Later in May 1952 travelled onto Korea and was posted to Dog Troop, 162 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer, 162 Bty, 16 Jun 1952. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. RTNZ as Lieutenant Posted to Reserve of Officers General List (RNZA), 3 Jul 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Gore in 1996. Pictured in New Zealand and the Korean War (by Ian McGibbon) upper frame, 6th page after p.222. |
| GEISELER, Claude Charles Theodore | 203731 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/10/2051 | Born 21 May 1928. Came from Gisborne. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Was in the Training & Reinforcement Battery Pool/ Storeman and also served in 161 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 12 Aug 1951. TSFD to Brit Com Ben Hosp 18 Sep 1951. To be RTNZ as a medical evacuee. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Oct 1951 for RTNZ via Sydney Mil Forces Wing, Repat Gen Hosp, Concord and disembarked Auckland 16 Oct 1951 from the Monowai. Served overseas 311 days. Discharged 9 Jan 1952. Returned to Gisborne then moved to Auckland. He received further medical treatment in Auckland. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1001 was sent to an address in Auckland on 22 Mar 1957. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. These medals were sent to Auckland. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 29 Jul 1971 and was buried in the Waikumete Cemetery, Auckland, 31 Jul 1971 aged 429 years. |
| GELLATLY, William (Bill) | 32709 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/06/2052 | 30/03/2054 | Born Invercargill 10 Jul 1930. Ex RNZEME RF 29 Sep 1948–7 May 1950. Attended Southland Technical College and followed a building course for 2½ years. Driver for Withington & Sons, Invercargill. Attested 18 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Completed the journey to Japan by Qantas or BCPA deplaning Japan 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952 and posted to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 21–26 Nov 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 30 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 276 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1002 was sent to an address in Invercargill on 22 Mar 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. SOS Kayforce 2 Jun 1954 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Re-joined Regular Force 1 Aug 1957. Served in 1 NZ Regt in Malaya 28 Nov 1957. RTNZ for medical reasons 3 Oct 1958. Discharged 9 Feb 1959 by payment. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and GSM 1918 (M). Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill, 21 Dec 1998 aged 58 years. |
| GEMBITSKY, Robert John Martin | 708440 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 17/06/2056 | Born Wellington 5 Apr 1932. Deer Culler for Dept Internal Affairs. CMT soldier 4 Jan 1951 then served in Territorial Force to 6 Sep 1954 Highest rank held Lance Bombardier. Enlisted in Kayforce 18th Reinforcements on 7 Sep 1954. Emplaned Auckland on RNZAF Hastings 14 Dec 1954 for travel to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 16 Dec. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Jan 1955 and M/I to unit in Korea 9 Jan 1955. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ to attend a cooking course 9 Oct 1955. Returned to unit 1 Feb 1956. M/O to NZ Base and TSFD to the NZ Roll on May 1956. Emplaned 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 187 days. Brought home his Japanese wife Mrs Yuko Gembitsky, nee Nakamura. Discharged 16 Mar 1956 and posted to TF Unit. Attested as a Sapper 29 Sep 1964. Posted to 1 Constr Sqn as 3-star Carpenter (Provisional). Discharged 7 Mar 1968. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Hamilton 22 Feb 2000 aged 68 years. |
| GEMMELL, David Thomas (Dave) | 338792 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Napier 31 May 1931. Carpenter for Fletchers Constr Coy, Auckland. 11th intake of CMT then Territorial Force. Attested in Kayforce 17 Mar 1954. Posted to RNZA as a Gun No.18 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Jun and entered Korea 27 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Accidentally injured and admitted hosp 2–7 Feb 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Jan 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 16 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings in for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 219 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Mar 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living at Te Rapa in 1996. Joined Regular Force. Died Hamilton, 22 Feb 2000 aged 69 years. |
| GENTLEMAN, Ivan Thomas | 34949 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 27/05/2052 | 03/03/2054 | Born 25 Apr 1928. Employed as a shearer by State Forestry Dept. Attested in the RF at Blenheim on 14 Mar 1951. Posted to RNZASC as a Driver. Seconded to Kayforce in present rank and Corps 25 Mar 1952 as a 1st replacement. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted Brit Com Z Med Unit 23 Feb–6 Mar 1953 and was discharged to unit. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 13–19 Mar 1953. Discharged direct to unit. Posted to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy 10 Jun 1953. TSFD to the NZ Roll 7 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ. Granted 14 days leave in Australia. Deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 281 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 19 Apr 1954 and reposted to Regular Force, Central District Tpt Coy in Linton Camp. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Discharged 18 May 1954 at his own request (on Payment). Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 11 May 2000 aged 72 years. |
| GEORGE, Donald Clarence | 13414 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Palmerston North 15 Mar 1935. Came from Sanson near Palmerston North. Enlisted in the RNZN 21 Sep 195 as a Boy 2nd Class. Advanced to Boy 1st Class and served in Korean waters in Rotoiti sailing from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952. On arrival in this theatre he was TSFD to Taupo from 3 Feb 1952 and RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 15 Sep 1952. Awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. On RTNZ he next served in Black Prince from 26 Jan–26 Nov 1953 being advanced to Able Seaman in that time. Able Seaman George then changed trade and after completing stores courses in Philomel was rated Stores Assistant (SA). He next served in Bellona, Stawell, at Irirangi as a Leading Stores Assistant then back to sea in Endeavour and Black Prince from 17 Sep 1959 to 27 Nov 1960 his last sea service. DEE 14 Mar 1961. |
| GEORGE, Leo Edward | 208205 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Christchurch 24 Mar 1930. Painter's labourer for Scott Brothers, Manchester Street, Christchurch. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 13 Oct 1951 and entered Korea 15 Oct 1951. Posted to NZ Component (D Troop) 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 18 Oct 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 18 Mar 1953 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 May 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1005 was posted to his given address in Christchurch on 22 Mar 1957. Died Waiau 1 Dec 1986 aged 56 years. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GEORGE, Rex Arnold | 206234 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/07/2052 | Born Rarotonga, Cook Islands, 5 May 1928. His last employer was Todd Motors, Petone. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA at Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Battle casualty, Wounded in Action 10.30am 25 Nov 1951 with shell fragments to both wrists. Admitted to 25 Canadian Fd Amb. TSFD to Norwegian MASH then to Brit Com Gen Hosp and remained on X(ii) List. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9–18 Feb 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Feb 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 14 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Sep 1952. He was at Waipa State Mill, Rotorua. circa early 1954. Lived in Cook Islands for several years where he was President of the local RSA there. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died in New Zealand (Possibly Auckland) but date and place not known. |
| GEORGE, Thomas | 34126 | Temporary Sergeant | Attached 5 RIDG | RNZAC | 31/01/2052 | 02/09/2053 | Born Helensville 28 Mar 1927. Regular Force soldier 1949-1954. BCOF, Japan 1947–48. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan. disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on 18 Mar 1952 Several former RNZAC personnel were given the opportunity to serve with British armoured units. (Also attached to 1 Royal Tank Regt, British Army. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died 25 Sep 1973 aged 46 years. |
| GERAGHTY, James William (Jim) | 204364 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 16/06/2052 | 03/03/2054 | Born Brisbane, Australia, 24 Nov 1929. Previous service in the Australian Military Forces during WWII. Worked as a farm hand on his father’s farm, Tauranga. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. M/I to Army School (RNZEME school) Trentham Camp for Corps Training. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 18 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 24 Jun 1952 and M/I 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 12–14 Feb 1953. Posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt, Royal Engrs, LAD 30 Mar 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 5 Jun 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and discharged 21 Jun 1953 direct to unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD and TSFD to the NZ Roll (furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 261 days. Approval granted for discharge and he did not return to Korea. Highest rank achieved–Lance Corporal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 26 Jun 1954 and posted to Class 'C' Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tauranga, 28 Jan 2013 aged 83 years. |
| GERRAND, Wilfred James | 206479 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/05/2053 | Born Auckland 8 Jun 1923. Previous service in BCOF Japan with Service No 457147 embarked on the HMT Chitral on 30 Jul 1946 and sailed for Japan. Taken on Strength of 2 NZEF (Japan) on 19 Aug 1946 and served in the 2 NZ Div Cav. Also served in the NZ Tokyo Bn. TSFD to NZ Roll ‘Waitaki’ and embarked Japan for RTNZ on 14 Jun 1947. 5 Jul 1947. Employed as a farmhand for Mr Plimmerton of Paeroa Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Wellington on 12 Jun 1951. After training in Linton Camp he was posted to Active Service 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 9 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Sep 1951. M/I to NZ Reinf Trg Base on arrival. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 20 Oct–4 Nov 1951. Discharged to direct to Unit. Admitted to 26 Fd Amb and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ. Went from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU to Brit Com Gen Hosp 21 Mar–16 Apr 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 17 Jun 1952. A similar set of events occurred in 1953. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 19 Apr 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned 13 May 1953. Served overseas in Korea one year 286 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jul 1953 soon after RTNZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later issued NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tuakau 17 Jun 2001 aged 78 years. |
| GERRARD, John (Gerry) | 206242 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Glasgow, Scotland UK, 24 Dec 1926. Auto signals maintainer, NZ Railways. Attested 29 Jun 1950 in KMB. Sent to the School of Signals Trentham Camp for approx two months for a signals course. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, G Troop attached 16 Fd Regt. M/O 18 Aug 1952 from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and M/I NZ Base HQ 19 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 265 days. Discharged 27 Oct 1952. Living in Belfast, Christchurch in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 25 Dec 1998 aged 72 years. Buried Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| GERRARD, John Louis | 206775 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 18/03/2053 | Previous service in Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve. Farmer from Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement in Japan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. RTNZ as Lance Bombardier. Served overseas 352 days. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas Discharged 23 Sep 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GIBB, David Stewart | 15886 | Major | HQ 1 Comwel Div | NZ Regt | 18/06/2051 | 19/07/2052 | Born Christchurch on 30 May 1914. Graduated MA (Hons) from Canterbury University College 1938. Also Dip. Ed and Dip. Soc Sci. Was at an English university before the war commenced. RNZAF 1940. RAF 1940–46 Squadron Leader, 75 Sqn 1943 (Stirling Bombers) also Flight Commander 190 Sqn RAF, DFC 1944 (with 149 Sqn, RAF) MID 1944. Attended RAF Staff College Bracknell, UK. Air Staff HQ 389 Group. Div Staff HQ 6th Airborne Division (attached). Served in UK and western Europe. Sheep farmer. Granted short service Regular Force commission 1950. Seconded to Kayforce 11 Jun 1951. Emplaned Wellington 18 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1951 and was appointed Staff Officer Education at HQ Comwel Div but when he arrived there found no such appointment existed. Appointed Education Officer Grade 3 at HQ RA. Entered Korea 26 Jun 1951. Promoted Temporary Major 25 Jun 1951 and to Major 21 Dec 1951. Was Staff Officer Education at NZ Base HQ, Pusan and at NZ Reinforcement Training Unit. Emplaned 16 Sep 1952 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ completing the journey on Teal flight deplaning at Wellington 19 Jul 1952. SOS Kayforce 26 Aug 1952 and reposted to the Regular Force in the appointment of PSO at Army HQ, Wellington. Resigned his commission on 5 Feb 1953. Awarded DFC 1939–45 Star, France & Germany Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 28 Aug 1980. (See detail in By Such Deeds by Colin Hanson.) |
| GIBB, James Albert Norman Mathewson | 15886 | Cook (Officers) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Lower Hutt 29 Oct 1938. Enlisted in the RNZN 29 May 1956 as Assistant Cook. Served mostly at Philomel and was drafted to Royalist 24 Apr 1957. Sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the second commissioning of the vessel and served in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. Was in that ship when it served briefly in Korean waters 8 Oct–11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Discharged “Unsuitable” 30 Aug 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and PJM. Completed only two years 91 days service. |
| GIBB, Rex George | 207852 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/07/2052 | Born Picton 30 Jun 1928. Employed as a Baker in Picton. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt from Pusan to north of Seoul. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 9 Jun 1951 while employed as 162 Bty Cook. Promoted Bombardier 1 Oct 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas and Teal flights via Guam and Sydney and deplaned Wellington at 7.30am on 5 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 234 days. Discharged 24 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Initially returned to Picton. Died Westport, 17 Oct 1994 aged 66 years. NZOSM sent to his family. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GIBB, Royce John | 14601 | Acting Steward | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Auckland 13 Jan 1936. Employed as a driver before he entered the RNZN Sep 1952 as a Junior Assistant Steward. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was sent to HMAS Cerberus 3 Jan–7 Apr 1953 for further training in his trade. On RTNZ he was drafted to Bellona 8 Apr–2 Aug 1953. Advanced to Assistant Steward 13 Jul 1953. Drafted on 3 Aug 1953 to Pukaki which sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korea with the British Far East Fleet. Advanced to Steward 13 May 1954. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. He remained in Pukaki until drafted to Irirangi 24 Feb 1955. He RUN on 4 Mar 1955 but was recovered and sent back to Irirangi on 15 Mar 1955. He returned to Philomel 7 May 1955 and changed trade to Acting Cook on 27 Jul 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 4 Nov 1955 and remained in her advancing to Cook (Officers) until discharged BNPS on 29 Apr 1957. His Posting Card states Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal Forfeited on Desertion. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) but it is not known if he received these awards. |
| GIBBARD, Ian Edward | 13494 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 18/03/2053 | Born Wellington 6 May 1933. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as a Stoker. Drafted to Lachlan 25 Aug 1951–1 Aug 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 Sep 1951. Drafted to Hawea 2 Aug 1952 for the second deployment of the ship to Korea. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952. Served in the engine room of the ship. Travelled to Korean waters in Hawea and then joined Newcastle, a cruiser of 9,100 tons armed with 12x6-inch guns. (HMS Newcastle was a sister ship to HMS Belfast). Injured in an accident on board Newcastle and RTNZ in Rotoiti and was invalided out of the service in May 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later served in the Ministry of Transport. Justice of the Peace. Living in Richmond, Nelson in 1996. Attended Kayforce Re-union parade in London, 21 Jul 1999. Died at Hope (Ranzau) Marlborough 25 Mar 2019, aged 85 years. |
| GIBBISON, Francis Hume (Frank) | 203678 | 2nd Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born Kauroa, Raglan, Waikato, on 21 Dec 1926. Farmer, Raglan. Served BCOF Japan 1946–47. (662719, Corporal. In the Int Section, 2 Battalion). Farm Labourer from Kauroa, Waikato. Related to W.R. Gibbison. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in Training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane and Manila to enter Korea 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan. Served in 163 Bty as a Fd Regt Gun Number. Later commissioned and held appointments as Assistant Command Post Officer 163 Bty, Int Officer, Gun Position Officer E Troop. Command Post Officer 161 Bty and was involved with various liaison and Forward Observation Tasks. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952. Posted to the Reserve of Officers General List (RNZA) 1 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined TF. Served as Chief Petty Officer 41 Battery, BK 41 Bty (promoted Capt). Later promoted Major and appointed UN Observer, Kashmir. Awarded UN Medal for service in Kashmir. Later Major at Territorial Force Depot, Waiouru, 1974. Living at Albany, Auckland, in 1996. Living at Mapua, Tasman Bay 2004. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tauranga 4 May 2021 aged 94 years. |
| GIBBISON, William Robert | 203601 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Hamilton 7 Feb 1926. Served in BCOF Japan (659915. Private, NZASC, Farm Labourer, Kauroa, Waikato). Related to F.H. Gibbison. Enlisted in KMB during Aug 1950, embarked as a Gunner at Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a driver, Field Regiment. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned NZ 26 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jun 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Christchurch on 12 Feb 2020 aged 93 years. Offered for sale by NZ Collector Services, Christchurch, Jan 2022. |
| GIBBONS, Henry James | 675858 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 21/10/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Wellington 20 Sep 1930. Employed as a factory hand. Served in the RNZAF (with Service No 72692) 10 Nov 1948–17 Apr 1949 a total of 159 days. Discharged at own request. Farm hand in Martinborough. Entered Waiouru Camp 30 Jun 1952 and attested in Kayforce 1 Jul 1953. Posted to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 30 Oct 1953, entered Korea 31 Oct 1953 and M/I to his unit on 2 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1954 (Line NZO), Temporary Corporal 9 Jul 1954 and to Corporal 22 Oct 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the RTNZ deplaning Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 32 days. Awarded the UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 4 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). Died Arbor House Rest Home, Greytown 23 Jul 2015 aged 84 years. Buried Greytown Cemetery. |
| GIBBONS, Marco Raymond | 593261 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 24/02/2054 | 27/11/2054 | Born Petone, Lower Hutt, 22 Mar 1931. Served in the 6th intake CMT and continued as a TF soldier (Gunner in 22 Fd Battery). Employed as a carpenter in Christchurch and enlisted in New Plymouth. Attested in Kayforce 23 Sep 1953. Emplaned Auckland 24 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni on 27 Feb 1954. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 7 Mar 1954 and entered Korea the following day. M/I to his unit 10 Mar 1954 and served in C Troop. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey and deplaned Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 277 days. Discharged 29 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. He later joined the Australian Regular Army and in 1962 was serving in C Coy 3 RAR Enoggera with Service No 14109 and with the rank of Corporal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) And NZDSM. Army HQ, Canberra requested info from NZ Army HQ whether Marco Gibbons was qualified for and had been issued with the UN Korea Medal. |
| GIBBONS, Percy James | 208134 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/04/2052 | Born London, England 23 May 1926. Previous service in Royal Navy1942–46 Leading Stores Assistant with Service No NAP/ 263294. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star and clasp (not detailed) Burma Star with ‘Pacific’ clasp, Italy Star and War Medal (issued by the RN on 6 Jul 1950. Also served as a merchant seaman for 3½ years. Freezing Worker in South Otago Freezing Works. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 8 Sep 1951. Served as a driver. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (compassionate) RTNZ. Emplaned special Qantas flight 1 Apr 1952 from Iwakuni to Australia. Deplaned Auckland 4 Apr 1952 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas 247 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 May 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Medals sent to St Clair, Dunedin. Later entitled to NZDSM. Enlisted in the RNZAF 28 Feb 1952 on a 21-year engagement. Served in Wigram, Ohakea and in Lauthala Bay, Fiji. Also awarded RNZAF LS&GC Medal. Was recommended for a commission in RNZAF. Highest rank achieved Flight Sergeant, Chef. Discharged 11 Mar 1975 at own request. Died Christchurch 8 Oct 1990 aged 64 years. |
| GIBBONS, Robert Beaumont | 31155 | Warrant Officer 1st Class | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born 4 Jun 1919. Served in the Territorial Force 1935–40, firstly in NZASC (1935–38) then with 1st NZMR (Canterbury Yeomanry Corps). Left NZ with the 3rd Echelon on the Empress of Japan 28 Aug 1940. Disembarked Suez 30 Sep 1940. Served in 2 NZEF as a Sapper (No.27822) in 17 Railway Operating Coy, NZE. Served in the Desert Railway in Egypt and in Palestine. When Railway companies were disbanded he served in 26 (NZ) Inf Bn. Embarked Egypt 8 Jan 1944 and disembarked Wellington 10 Feb 1944. Discharged 9 May 1944. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Joined Regular Force after WWII. Awarded Efficiency Medal in Sep 1950. Ex Southern Mil District seconded to Kayforce and posted to NZ Base HQ as RSM. To be Warrant Officer 2nd Class, Temporary Warrant Officer 1st Class while RSM. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Warrant Officer 1 Jan 1951. TOD to 16 Fd Regt 19–25 Apr 1951 then returned to NZ Base HQ. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 19 May 1952. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 4 Aug 1952. Posted from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll for RTNZ and discharge). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1951 and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years eight days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 22 Feb 1953 and reposted to RF in the rank of Staff Sergeant to serve in SD Coy RNZASC. Discharged 18 Mar 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 10 Mar 2003 aged 83 years. |
| GIBBONS, Ronald Roy | 13168 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington on 7 Feb 1932. Later lived in Gisborne and attended Gisborne Intermediate School. Employed as a Traffic Assistant at the Gisborne Railway Station. Enlisted the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman on 13 Oct 1949. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Drafted to Lachlan 28 Jul 1950–24 Aug 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman 13 Apr 1951. Sent on training course to HMAS Watson 31 Aug–20 Dec 1951 and graded Radar Plotter 3rd Class in Tamaki 1 Feb 1952. Drafted to Hawea 19 May 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Later served in Black Prince 21 Sep 1954 to 30 Jan 1956. DEE 6 Feb 1956. Died Auckland 26 Nov 1986 aged 54 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GIBBS, David Norris | 30506 | Lieutenant | ? | NZ Defence Science Corps | 02/08/2051 | 07/03/2052 | Born 9 Mar 1926. Attended Christ's College, Christchurch. Regular Force Officer 1951–57. Appointed to Kayforce Expansion Force and was posted to active service on 1 Aug 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. He was a member of the NZ Defence Scientific Corps but his duties are not known. RTNZ 7 Mar 1952 at the completion of his T.O.D to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Mar 1952 and re-appointed to the Regular Force. Posted to the UK to complete his studies at London University 23 May 1952. |
| GIBBS, Harold Jack | 208913 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/10/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Timaru 28 Mar 1928. Served in the RNZAF as Leading Aircraftman from 25 May 1946–13 Apr 1948. Electrical fitter at Safety Appliances Ltd, Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 7 Apr 1953. Posted to RNZA om Burnham, Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as a Gunner for travel to Korea via Australia. Entered Japan 10 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 20 Nov 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 24 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and compassionate discharge. Deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year six days. Discharged 17 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1012 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GIBBS, Leslie Franklin | 208965 | Mr | Field Secretary | YMCA | 01/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Woodend, Southland, on 15 Dec 1892. Former regular serviceman. Served in Volunteer movement 1910. Served as a sapper in NZE in NZEF during WWI (1915–1919) Service No 4/1727. RNZAF 1940-1953 (Service No 404722) in the rank of Flight Sergt. Kayforce 1953–55 (YMCA Field Secretary). Travelled to and from Korea by civil air Teal flying boat from Auckland 1 Dec 1953 to Sydney and then by Qantas via Guam and Manila to Japan. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to deplane Wellington 22 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jan 1955. Died 13 Nov 1961 aged 68 years. Possibly oldest person to serve in the NZ Forces in Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K). Another New Zealander, Justin McCarthy Power was born a year earlier than Mr Gibbs. He served in the NZ Forces in WWI and WWII and served with the British Pioneer and Labour Corps in Korea in 1953. |
| GIBBS, Phillip Bennette (Phil) | 206342 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Marton 1 Mar 1925. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and Served in 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 152 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1013 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Hunterville. Discharged 5 Sep 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Marton 19 May 1999 aged 74 years. Funeral service at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Marton 24 May 1999 followed by private cremation. |
| GIBBS, Ronald James | 11424 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Christchurch 8 Jul 1931. Employed as a fruit picker before he entered the RNZN 13 Mar 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 13 Sep 1947. He served in Bellona, then Taupo advancing to Ordinary Seaman on 8 Jul 1949. He then served in Kaniere and Philomel advancing to Able Seaman on 8 Feb 1950 and then served in Hawea, Tamaki and Philomel again. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951–29 Jun 1953 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 on the second deployment replacing Hawea at Sasebo on 2 Feb. Rotoiti was involved in patrols, escort and support duties mainly on the west coast. On one occasion while in the Han River estuary was under fire from communist shore batteries and rapidly withdrew without casualties. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in Black Prince, Tamaki where he advanced to Leading Seaman on 7 Jan 1954 and Philomel. DEE 7 Jul 1955. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 30 Sep 1989 aged 58 years. |
| GIBBS, Stanley Edwin (208135) | 208135 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/07/2053 | Born Port Chalmers, Dunedin 1 Mar 1925. Served in the Home Guard during WWII. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Completed a course of instruction at Christchurch Public Hospital May 1946. Served in Jayforce and embarked Auckland 29 May 1946 and disembarked Japan 14 Jun 1946. (Service No 640473 leaving NZ as Temporary Sergeant in NZ Medical Corps. Served in 102 NZ VD Treatment Centre. Posted to 6 NZ General Hospital then to 4 NZ Rest Home. Reverted to Private on transfer from 6 NZ GH. Embarked on SS Dunera and disembarked 5 Jul 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 6 Aug 1947. On 19 Feb 1948 stated he was in NZ Temporary Staff and NZ Medical Corps as an Orderly at S.D. Hospital, Burnham Camp. Tannery hand at Glendermid Tanners, Sawyers Bay. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep. Posted to 10)NZ) Tpt Coy. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb (one document states unknown hospital) 23 May 1952 after he had been accidentally injured by petrol burns to both forearms and hands. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, 24 May 1952. Then sent to No.6 Convalescent Training Depot (hospital) until discharged to NZ Base HQ on 7 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1953 and appointed Tpt NCO and to Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 8 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 342 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Sep 1953. Died Port Chalmers, Dunedin 8 Jun 1982 aged 57 years. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GIBSON, Alexander | 203822 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 08/01/2052 | Born Dunedin on 22 Jul 1923. Home service in New Zealand from Nov 1941 to 44. Vehicle Mechanic from Devonport. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Vehicle Mechanic Artillery Platoon. Accidentally injured and admitted to 8076 Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, 18 Feb 1951. ETD Japan 17 Dec 1951 for RTNZ by sea for repair of broken nose. Embarked Japan on the MV Anking to Sydney and disembarked Wellington 8 Jan 1952 from the Monowai. Served overseas one year 29 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 31 May 1952. Medals sent to Auckland. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1015 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to his address in Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GIBSON, Graham | 206997 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Gisborne on 6 Sep 1929. Motor mechanic for H.S. Motors Ltd, Gisborne. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 15 Oct 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 16 May and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy, ‘A’ transport platoon. Attached FAP to Britannia Camp for one week in Aug 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 Nov 1953 and appointed NCO i/c Spare drivers. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Jun 1954 and appointed Section Commander and promoted to Corporal 6 Oct 1954. 9th Reinforcements. Travelled by Teal flying boat to Sydney then by Qantas via Guam and Manila to Japan. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia 1954 for RTNZ and arrived Auckland on 23 Nov 1954 ex Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged 7 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged 20 Jan 1955. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| GIBSON, James Andrew | 969056 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Christchurch on 13 Jan 1932. Truck driver from Invercargill. Serving TF soldier in 33 Bty RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce 1 Feb 1952 at Invercargill as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Was promoted through the ranks, Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Aug 1953; Temporary Bombardier 25 Nov 1953; Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 5 Feb 1954 to Sergeant 1 Apr 1954,to become Gun Sergeant, Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 26 May from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas for one year 291 days. SOS Kayforce 28 Jul 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Continued to serve in Territorial Force until 13 Jul 1960. Living at Otautau, Southland 2002. |
| GIBSON, John Reginald | 13391 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Gisborne 26 Nov 1934. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 22 Jun 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and advancing to Boy 1st Class he served in Bellona, Kaniere and then returned to Bellona where he advanced to Ordinary Seaman 26 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Able Seaman 26 Aug 1952. Hawea returned to NZ 29 Aug 1953 and he stayed in this ship until drafted to Philomel 9 Nov 1953. His Posting Card States RUN on 20 Jan 1954. He was recovered on 8 Mar 1954 and returned to serve in Philomel. Sent on course to HMAS Watson 8 Oct–24 Dec 1954. RTNZ and served in Philomel then Pukaki 24 Feb 1955–13 Aug 1956. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 29 Apr 1955 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malaya and Korean waters and returned to NZ 19 Jul 1956. This was his second deployment to Korea. Later served in Irirangi, Pukaki again, Rotoiti, Tamaki and Philomel. His Posting Card states Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal forfeited on Desertion. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) but it is not known if he received these awards. |
| GIBSON, Keith Ernest | 208036 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Timaru on 28 Nov 1928. Plumber for J.P. Murphy, Timaru. Attested 14 Feb 1951 in Kayforce Second Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan. Disembarked Kure, Japan, 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 26 Oct 1951 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 248 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jun 1953. Living in Timaru 2004. Keith was a stalwart member of the Canterbury KVA and drove from Timaru to meetings in Christchurch until ill health curtailed these journeys. Was thrilled when he was chosen to return to Korea in 2008. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Timaru, 28 Oct 2013 a month before his 84th birthday. |
| GIBSON, Kenneth Thomas | 9219 | Electrical Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton 21 Sep 1925. Was training as a Fitter & Turner before he joined the RNZN 23 Feb 1944 as a Stoker 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel but was in Britain in HMS Drake by 16 Jun 1944. Underwent further training in HMS Defiance, the RN Torpedo School, returned to HMS Drake and then went back to HMS Defiance until 6 Oct 1945. He advanced to Electrical Artificer 5th Class on 9 Nov 1944 and to Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 16 Aug 1945. He RTNZ in Oct 1945 and served in Achilles 22 Mar–10 Aug 1946. He was a member of the crew that sailed from Auckland 17 Jul 1946 to return the ship to the RN arriving at Sheerness 10 Sep 1946. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 4th Class on 10 Aug 1946. Drafted to HMNZS Bellona 1 Oct 1946 and was a member of the crew than brought the vessel to NZ to replace Achilles. He remained in her until 14 Jun 1948 when he then served in Philomel and advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class on 10 Aug 1948. Drafted to Hawea 19 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Hawea RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and Ken Gibson was DEE 2 May 1952. His WWII Medals are not known but may include War Medal and the N Z War Service Medal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| GIBSON, Oliver Campbell | 969172 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Wyndham, Southland. Electrician from Timaru. Enlisted in Kayforce on 7 Aug 1953. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954 and was posted to Fox Troop, 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 12 Jul 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 15 Oct 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 328 days. Discharged 3 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Working for NZ Railways at Taumarunui 1966. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GIBSON, Peter Charles | 339891 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 19/02/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Auckland 10 Nov 1935. Timber worker at Orakei, Auckland. Underwent CMT training and then served as TF Gunner in RNZA. Enlisted in Kayforce 4 Nov 1955. Emplaned 19 Feb 1956 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Marched into Brit Com Sub Area at Tokyo on deplanement in Japan 24 Feb 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Base HQ 29 Feb 1956. Posted from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Tpt Platoon as clerk 15 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug and RTNZ by air arriving 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings deplaning RNZAF Base Whenuapai. Served overseas one year 113 days. Discharged 28 Sep 1957 and posted to Class 'A' Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GIBSON, Robert Alan | 204428 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 02/10/2054 | Born London, England 18 Aug 1925. Farmer from Whitford, southeast of Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements 17 Apr 1952. Emplaned 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland bound for Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. RTNZ after 132 days service in Korea for commissioning course 31 Dec 1952. At Army Schools for OCTU 14 Jan 1953. Commissioned 6 Mar 1953. Re-embarked for Korea 26 Mar 1953. Re-entered Japan 28 Mar 1953. Re-entered Korea 7 Apr 1953 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Appointed Assistant Adjutant 28 Oct 1953 and promoted Temporary Lieutenant. Promoted Lieutenant, 6 Mar 1954. Also served in 162 Bty. Marched out to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 20 May 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp for treatment of football injury 29 May–23 Jun 1954. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 20 Jul 1954. Emplaned Japan 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ. Served overseas one year 327 days. SOS Emergency Force 19 Jan 1955 and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, in the rank of Lieutenant. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. |
| GIDDEN, Leslie Guy Oxlade | 205278 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Wellington 9 Aug 1931. Served in Territorial Force 20 Nov 1949–30 Sep 1952 (4 Coy RNZASC then 2 Coy RNZASC) then called up for Compulsory Military Training 1 Oct 1952–6 Sep 1954. Printer employed by Whitcombe & Tombs, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce 7 Sep 1954 and after refresher training emplaned Auckland 14 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for flight to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Dec 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 6 Jan 1955 and entered Korea 7 Jan 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Apr 1955 and appointed Administration Corporal. Admitted 121 US Evacuation Hospital 28 Aug 1955 and placed on seriously ill list with possible encephalitis. Discharged from hospital 30 Sep 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas one year 163 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1956 and posted to a TF Unit. Changed Corps from RNZASC to NZ Infantry and was posted to 1 Bn Wellington Regt. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Sydney Australia in 1998. |
| GIDDENS, John Harry | 14343 | Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hitchen, Herts, UK, 4 Mar 1927. Previously served in the RN from 26 Feb 1945 with Service No P/KX 740502. He served in several shore stations including HMS Imperieuse, Vernon II, Victory III (attached to the destroyer HMS Myngs) and Victory II. Drafted to HMS Nereide (sloop) 8 Apr 1948–29 Jan 1951 and served sometime in the South Atlantic Station. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic. Also served briefly in HMS Diadem (cruiser) which was in reserve. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 24 Jun 1952 and released from the RN on 23 Oct 1952 to Enter the RNZN. Awarded War Medal 1939–45. Entered the RNZN on a six-year engagement at Maori on 24 Oct 1952 as a Stoker Mechanic and the next day advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel until 5 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 6 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 20 Jul 1953. He was awarded A Boiler-room Watch Keeper’s Certificate on 25 Nov 1953 and his service was Satisfactory on 31 Dec 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Also served in Bellona (advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955.) Stawell, Rotoiti, Black Prince, Royalist and Taranaki (advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) 2 Jan 1962. Discharged to RA 3 Mar 1965. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 4 Mar 1960. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R), PJM and KWSM. |
| GIDDENS, Leslie Roy | 206480 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 21/07/2054 | Born Otaki 2 May 1928. Self-employed market gardener at Tasman Beach, Otaki. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 20 Aug for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 24 Aug 1951. Posted to HQ Div Tpt Pl 28 Aug 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 22 Apr 1952 then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged 6 Jun 1952 but remained on X(ii). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ (furlough). Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney and flew onto Wellington the same day. (This was not a common flight pattern.) Re-emplaned Auckland 21 May 1953 for return to Korea. Deplaned Japan 23 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Jun 1953 then to NZ Base HQ 19 Jun 1953 and M/I to this unit 22 Jun 1953. He was then posted back to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 7 Oct 1953 and to Lance Corporal 8 Jan 1954. Admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 15–24 Feb 1954 (arthritis) and returned to his unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 27 Jun 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 5 Jul 1954 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ, deplaned Harewood (Christchurch) 21 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Nov 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attested in the RNZAF as a security guard Jul–Dec 1967. Discharged at his own request a short time later. |
| GIFFEN, Peter | 203529 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 11/08/2052 | Born St Albans, England 11 Jul 1926. Radio salesman for Baron and Standish, Westmere, Auckland. Attested in KMB 31 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty as a Driver. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 14 Jul 1952 and posted to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 246 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Oct 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1022 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Motueka. No mention of NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Woodend, North Canterbury in 1996. Died Wakefield Rest Home, Nelson 16 Aug 2001 aged 75 years. |
| GIFFORD, Peter Alexander | 824834 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 12/08/2057 | Born Wellington 23 Sep 1930. Heavy Tpt Driver for Etudes & Enterprises, Christchurch. Attested 12 Oct 1955 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements and was posted to RNZASC while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Whenuapai 10 Jan 1956 and flew to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956 and M/I to his unit 25 Jan 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 15 May 1956. Attached FAP to 1 Bn Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders 21 Jun 1956. Returned to NZ Tpt Pl and CTBA Queen’s Own Cameron Highlander 4 Aug 1956. He had several problems adhering to Mil rules and regulations. Admitted Canadian Med Det 6–16 May 1957. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Whenuapai 12 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 216 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Dec 1957. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GIFKINS, Edgar Alexander (Eddie) | 208206 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Taihape 11 Sep 1919. Served during WWII as a Trooper in 20 Armd Regt, NZ Armoured Brigade (398243) in Italy. Embarked 12 Jan 1944 in the 1st Section 11th Reinforcements and served in Egypt and in Italy. RTNZ disembarking Lyttelton 10 Feb 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Single man from Alford Forest, Rural Delivery, Ashburton. Next-of-kin shown as Mr P. F. Gifkins (brother) also of Alford Forest. Labourer for Newburn Coal & Minerals Ltd, Timaru. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Remained in NZRTU until posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1951 and attached FAP L of C Indep Sigs Sqn. Entered Korea 29 Oct. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt and CTBA to L of C Indep Sigs Sqn 13 Nov 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 7 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 4 Jul 1952 and to Temporary Bombardier 18 Jul 1952. Appointed Cook NCO. Promoted Bombardier 1 Nov 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. Discharged 14 May 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1023 was sent on 22 May 1957 to an address at Mt Somers. Died Ashburton 26 Nov 1974 aged 55 years. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GILBERT, Denness Stephen | 206481 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/07/2053 | Born Blenheim 19 Jun 1925. Employed as a fitter for Wellington Harbour Board. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I on 2 Sep 1951. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ 3 Jun 1953. Was awarded 144 hours in NZ Base HQ Guardhouse for a misdeed 29 Jun 1953 just a few days before he was to leave for NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 8 Jul 1953 just after 7.30am from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 341 days. Discharged 7 Sep 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Porirua, 15 May 2008 aged 83 years. He was awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM in 2013. |
| GILBERT, Douglas Walter | 206624 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born Hawera 8 Nov 1928. Farmhand for Mr W.H. Hooper, Manaia. Attested in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements 29 Sep 1951. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on HMT Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Jun 1952 and served in 161 Bty. Injured by smoke shell bursting in breach of gun. Both hands severely injured but condition not serious. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 26 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug 1953 and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 218 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 31 Oct 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GILBERT, Geoffrey Thomas | 211431 | Chaplain 4th Class | NZ Base HQ | RNZChD | 29/07/2055 | 24/09/2056 | Born Hamilton 3 Aug 1925. Methodist Minister of Religion living in New Plymouth. M/I to Waiouru ex 2 NZ Fd Regt and attested for Kayforce 5 Jul 1955 and attached to Kayforce as Chaplain 4th Class (Captain). Emplaned Auckland 29 Jul 1955. Entered Japan and M/I to NZ Base HQ 1 Aug 1955. His duties saw him quite often on the move to and from 10 Tpt Coy on several occasions. He was also attached FAP To Brit Com Base Area South and to NZ Component Brit Com Forces Korea. TSFD NZ Roll 10 Sep 1956. Emplaned on Qantas aircraft Iwakuni 21 Sep 1956 and deplaned Auckland 24 Sep 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 59 days. SOS Kayforce 3 Nov 1956 and reposted to Territorial Force. TSFD to the Reserve of Officers Gen List, RNZ Chaplains Dept the rank of Chaplain 3rd Class (Major) 3 Aug 1967. Posted to the Retired List 25 Sep 1975. Died 28 May 2010 aged 84 years at New Plymouth. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GILBERT, Joseph Christopher | 204711 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 01/07/2054 | Born Panguru, Hokianga, North Auckland 28 Aug 1927. Driver for Able Industries, Parnell, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 22 Sep 1953. Had some problems adhering to military law while in training. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 Feb 1954, entered Korea and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 23 Feb 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 4 Apr 1954 accidental injury, both hands severely injured. Facture of bones right hand and amputation of finger. Gunner Gilbert was normally employed as a Driver but this day he was acting as a No.2 on E2 Gun, 163 Bty, on a practice shoot on the Fort George Range. A smoke shell exploded in the bore causing the damage to Gunner Gilbert’s hands. Emplaned Iwakuni 26 Jun 1954 for RTNZ (medical reasons) and deplaned Auckland 1 Jul 1954 at 4.15pm from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 142 days. Discharged 30 Aug 1954 soon after return to NZ. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Carrington Hosp, Auckland, 31 May 1986 aged 58 years and was interred in Pureirei Cemetery, Lower Waihou. Later awarded NZOSM to a family member 28 Apr 2004. |
| GILBERT, Rex Talasage | 211096 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/06/2053 | 10/09/2057 | Born Salufata, Western Samoa 8 Feb 1924. Carpenter in Ngauranga, Wellington. Attested in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Employed as a Driver in this unit. Served in the Imjin River area. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 2–6 Aug 1954. Granted a further 12 months service dating from 20 Dec 1954. Emplaned Tokyo for furlough in Hong Kong 26 Dec 1954–22 Jan 1955. M/I to Brit Com Leave unit on deplanement from furlough. To NZRTU then to NZ Base HQ. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Apr 1955 and re-entered Korea 23 Apr 1955. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 21 Jul 1955 for BCFK Boxing Tournament. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 1 Aug 1955. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ (Boxing Team) 10 Oct 1955. Then returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Granted a further 12-month extension dating from 20 Jan 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl as Clerk 15 May 1956. Granted a further 5-months extension from 20 Jan 1957. TSFD to NZ Roll and surveyed Inchon 20 Jun 1957. Granted 28 days furlough in Australia 10 Aug–6 Sep 1957. Emplaned Hong Kong 6 Aug, deplaned Brisbane 9 Aug 1957. Then travelled to Sydney. To RTNZ on first available aircraft to Whenuapai at cessation of leave. Deplaned Whenuapai 10 Sep 1957 and was discharged 10 Dec 1957. Served in Korea one year 293 days. Attested in the RF 20 Oct 1958. Emplaned Whenuapai 10 Feb 1959, deplaned Singapore 12 Feb 1959. M/I and served in HQ Coy, 1 Bn NZ Regt in Malaya. Embarked Penang 25 Nov 1959 for RTNZ and disembarked from TSS Captain Cook Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Posted to SD Coy, RNZASC on RTNZ. TSFD from RNZASC to NZ Regt 29 May 1961. Discharged 16 Nov 1961. Died Wellington 16 Oct 1974 aged 50 years. Awarded UN Korea Medal and GSM 1918 (M). Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GILBERT, Samuel Mulitalo (Sam) | 206164 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 11/12/2052 | Born Apia, Samoa, 23 Oct 1925. Mechanic, Tramway Department Wellington. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt from Pusan to North of Seoul and back again taking part in all actions in which the Bty fired. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Wellington on 7 May 1952. He replaced Warrant Officer 2nd Class E.J. Brown on this flight. Took leave in Wellington but was not able to visit his mother who lived in Apia, Samoa. Re-emplaned on Ararangi at Wellington 22 Jul 1952 for return to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952, re-entered Korea 29 Jul 1952 and re-joined 16 Fd Regt. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 5 Sep 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 19 Oct 1952, TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS then to Brit Com Z Med Unit 18 Oct then to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure 20 Oct 1952 Medically downgraded and TSFD to NZ Roll for medical RTNZ 28 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 6 Dec 1952 and deplaned Wellington 11 Dec 1952. Served overseas one year 293 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Remained under treatment until discharged 29 Aug 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1026 was sent 22 May 1957 to an address in Wellington. |
| GILCHRIST, Keith | 207792 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Palmerston, Otago, on 26 Feb 1929. Motor Mechanic from Dunedin. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Originally a Gun Number Dog Troop, 162 Bty. Promoted Lance Bombardier (Vehicle Mechanic) 22 Jul 1951 then to Bombardier 12 Oct 1952 while holding the appointment of Transport NCO during tour. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas for one year 237 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Sep 1952. Later entitled to NZDSM. Living in Christchurch 2004. |
| GILCHRIST, Peter Mervyn | 208621 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 14/06/2052 | 13/02/2054 | Born Timaru on 1Apr 1930. Electrical wireman at Timaru. Enlisted in Timaru on 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement 2nd Flight. Emplaned 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington and travelled to Korea by air via Australia, Port Moresby and Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 and M/I to NZ Reinf Trg Un it on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP as a signaller at RHQ 16 Fd Regt Signals Platoon. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 1Comwel Div Sigs Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and discharge and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and deplaned Wellington on 13 Feb 1954. SOS Kayforce 20 Apr 1954 and posted to Class 'C' Reserve. Living at Timaru in 2005. Provided the compiler two lists of those who travelled to Korea with him and those personnel who returned in aircraft with him. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| GILES, Walter | 208810 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Christchurch 1 Jan 1924. Previous broken service in the Army 29 May 1942–16 Apr 1943. Embarked Lyttelton 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral for Japan. Served in BCOF Japan. (622554 Private, Infantry 27 Bn. Farm hand from Timaru. Next-of-kin Mr J.H. Giles (brother) Timaru.) Embarked Japan 6 Aug 1947 for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 27 Aug 1947. Discharged 2 Oct 1947. Worked as a driver for Rehab Department Christchurch. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC 11 Dec 1952. M/O to Exercise at Lake Rotoiti 2–21 Feb 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 17 Mar and entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ 21 Sep 1954. Travelled by boat from Pusan to Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and travelled via Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to deplane Auckland 19 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 222 days, Discharged from Kayforce 12 Dec 1954. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later attested in Regular Force 22 Aug 1960. Served initially in SD Coy, RNZASC and as a driver in 4 Fd Amb as a driver. Returned to SD Coy and was posted to 3 Tpt Coy, Static Pl. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Feb 1964. Re-engaged to retiring rank 22 Aug 1965. Posted to Burnham Pl and appointed Night Watchman 17 Jun 1969. Discharged 1 Jan 1971 having reached the retiring age for rank. Died Christchurch 20 Oct 2010 aged 86 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GILES, William Frederick (Bill) | 206315 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/02/2052 | Born Romford, East London, UK, on 16 Oct 1930. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun crew, Dog Troop, 162 Bty. Gun layer on Dog 2 (gun) then No.1 on Dog 4. Later promoted to Bombardier. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Spent two months in Kure, Japan, with Bombardier 'Snow” Kitney and Bombardier Bragg as instructors for incoming Kayforce replacements. ETD from Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 to RTNZ. Flew from Japan to Sydney by Qantas and had to wait for two weeks in Sydney before flying onto New Zealand on Teal flying boat. RTNZ on 21 Feb 1952 to help train Kayforce Replacements. Went to Waiouru with Warrant Officer 2nd Class Edwards and Bombardier Kitney plus two other sergeants. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Aug 1952. Joined Regular Force. Served in Malaya 1 Bn NZ Regt, Mortar Platoon, Support Coy from Jan 1957 to Feb 1958. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ listed in HQ Coy Roll dated 28 Nov 1958. Also served in South Vietnam in 161 Bty 16 Jul 1965–25 Jan 1967 as Battery Survey Sergeant. RTNZ late Jan 1967. British Empire Medal, QB Hons 13 Jun 1966. Discharged as Warrant Officer 2nd Class from Field Force Command X List 10 Jan 1974. Awarded British Empire Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, KWSM, NZOSM, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, Vietnam Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Entitled to PJM. The end of an era Bill was the last veteran who was at KAPYONG and LONG TAN. He was on the gun line in 162 Bty at KAPYONG and the Bty Commander's Survey Sergeant at Long Tan, Vietnam. Living at Weymouth, Manukau in 2005. Died Middlemore Hospital, Auckland, Tuesday 18 Jun 2013 aged 83 years. |
| GILES, William Raymond | 211289 | Sapper | ? | RNZE | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | Born 15 Dec 1918. Electrical welder. Attested in 2NZDiv 1 Feb 1940 and given the Service No 11289. Embarked on troopship at Wellington 1 May 1940 and disembarked England 16 Jun 1940. Re-embarked and disembarked Egypt 22 Sep 1940. Served in 10 (NZ) Railway Constr Coy, then 13 (NZ) Railway Construction Company, NZE in the Western Desert. TSFD to NZ Discharge Depot (NZ Roll Special) 26 Aug 1943, Embarked Port Tewfic (now called Port Suez), Egypt 8 Jan 1944 for RTNZ. Attached Area 5 Pool Wef 10 Feb 1944. Served overseas three years 226 days. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. A Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1030, was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to a Mr W.R. Giles, Fort Dorset, Wellington. Whether this was a clerical error or whether his Kayforce file has been misplaced and lost is unknown. There are several men of his age and service who served in Korea. Died Upper Hutt 23 May 1984 aged 65 years. |
| GILLATT, Ian Desmond | 206165 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 10/06/2051 | Previous service in RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950 and entered camp the same day to train for service in Korea. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O from NZ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Iwakuni on 4 Jun 1951 for RTNZ for compassionate reasons. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1951 and arrived Wellington 11 Jun 1951 and reported to HQ Area 5. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Wellington. Discharged 12 Jul 1951. Died Karori, Wellington 29 Jan 1968. |
| GILLEN, Arthur Ernest | 206224 | Lance Corporal | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 08/09/2053 | Born Petone, Wellington, 9 May 1922. Woollen worker in Wellington Woollen Mills. Entered camp 22 Feb 1945. Embarked Wellington HMT 91 on 20 Apr 1945, NZ 15th Reinforcements with Service No 442232. Disembarked Egypt 12 May 1945. TSFD to Jayforce 18 Oct 1945 and posted to 27 (NZ) Bn 22 Oct 1945. Embarked Naples 19 Feb 1946 for Japan. In Japan and employed as a clerk 1 Jun 1946. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Jun 1946. TSFD to Roll “Wanaka” and RTNZ 8 Sep 1946. Discharged then re-enlisted in Jayforce 24 Apr 1947. Embarked on SS Dunera 15 Jul 1947 in Jayforce 2nd Relief. Taken on Strength 19 (NZ) Tpt Coy, ASC 2 Aug 1947. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 20 Apr 1948 while Ration NCO. RTNZ 11 Oct 1948. Discharged 27 Nov 1948. Labourer and Barman, Te Aro Hotel, Willis Street, Wellington. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru 12 Sep 1950. To be Driver, Temporary Lance Corporal while 2i/c R.D.I. 4 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Lance Corporal 20 Feb 1951. Was involved with transporting troops, equipment, ammunition and rations and other tasks as required. To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Sergeant while appointed Troop Sergeant 8 Jun 1951. Retains tempo rank while appointment of R.D.I. Sergeant 14 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. To be Sergeant 4 Nov 1951. Attached FAP NZRTU 16 Feb–5 Mar 1952 when he returned to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O to NZ Base HQ and remains on X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952 and deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Furlough taken in Petone. Re-emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney for Korea. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. Re-entered Korea 10 Aug 1952 and reposted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/I to NZ Base HQ and remains TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Aug 1953. Granted 14 days leave in Australia and deplaned Wellington 8 Sep 1953. Served overseas two years 211 days. Attached FAP Area 5, Wellington on disembarkation. Discharged 21 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GILLESPIE-NEEDHAM, Charles William (Bill) | 206074 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Born Wellington 15 Jul 1927. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. After training for Korea he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Clerk at Regimental Headquarters. Served at Pusan. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. One list had this man with this surname, another had NEEDHAM-GILLESPIE and yet a third list had him shown as NEEDHAM. All lists had the same service number. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 268 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Nov 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Hastings in 2004. Died Hastings 16 Oct 2012 aged 85 years. |
| GILLESPIE, George Leonard | 206776 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born Inglewood 16 Aug 1927. Fireman, NZ Railways Palmerston North. Attested in Kayforce 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement 2nd flight. Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. The aircraft broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Jun 1952. Had some difficulty adhering to military law and orders. During the cold weather of Christmas-New Year 1952–53 when the temperature was down to–5 degrees Fahrenheit (–21 Degrees C) George Gillespie wrote and told the compiler, “…his hand was stuck to the Gun's brake-lever and it tore all the skin off his hand. Gloves were absolutely necessary when handling metal parts in such cold weather. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Dec 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 18 Dec 1953. Embarked Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 29 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 303 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 1 Jun 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1032 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to Gun Position Officer Nihoniho via Martiere near Taumarunui. This item was returned to Base Records where it remains Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GILLGREN, Clarence Edward | 206280 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Gisborne 11 Apr 1928. Ex Regular Force who had enlisted in the NZ Temporary Staff on 9 Sep 1948 and discharged at his own request 7 Feb 1949. Served in the RNZAC as a Trooper with the No.31087. Butcher employed by Collins Ltd, Gisborne. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. He was issued with a new number as shown here. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Sep 1950. Promoted Temporary Bombardier at Waiouru 2 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Reverted to Gunner at own request 12 Apr 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 29 Oct and discharged direct to unit 13 Nov 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 3 Apr 1952. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ then to NZRTU and TSFD to X(iv) List 9 May 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Sep 1952 for RTNZ completing the journey to deplane Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Sep 1952 and went back to Gisborne. Butcher employed by F. Collins Ltd, Gisborne. Attested 21 Aug 1953 in the TF with Service No 211311. Served in 5 Lieutenant Regt RNZA for two years 191 days and was discharged at own request 27 Feb 1956 as a Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Living at Katikati 1999. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Katikati 10 Apr 2012 aged 84 years. |
| GILLING, Noel Matthew | 328046 | Leading Mechanic (Engineering) | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born 28 Oct 1932. Entered the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman on an eight-year engagement commencing 10 May 1951. Soon after changed to Stoker Petty Officer on 23 Jul 1951. Served in Bellona (advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 May 1952), Tamaki, Hawea and Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 8 Mar 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 31 May 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korea. Advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 8 Mar 1955. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 and was stationed in Philomel. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from NZ to serve in SE Asia and in Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ and served inter alia in Black Prince Lachlan, Rotoiti, Kiama, Waikato and Endeavour. Discharged to RA 22 Jul 1971. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| GILLUM, Kevin Alfred George (Mick) | 206416 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Whanganui on 24 Mar 1929. Apprentice Moulder at Whanganui Engine Works Ltd Attested 14 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai, Auckland (1st Flight) 14 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Disembarked Korea 25 Aug 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Battery not known. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 19 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 251 days. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Living in Waipukurau in 2001. Died Dannevirke? 28 Feb 2012 aged 83 years. |
| GILMORE, Hugh William | 13667 | Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hastings, 10 Apr 1936. Was a scholar before he entered the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 24 May 1951. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 11 Oct 1951. Drafted to Bellona 12 May 1952–11 Jan 1953 for his first sea service. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed on 2 Mar 1953 from Devonport to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 10 Oct 1953. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 and later served in Philomel and advanced to Able Seaman on 10 Nov 1954. Also served in HMAS Watson, Wakefield, Kaniere, Black Prince and Rotoiti. DEE 9 Apr 1962. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| GILMORE, Mervyn Robert (Snow) | 208400 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 05/08/2053 | Born Invercargill on 3 Aug 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements during Sep 1951. Posted to RNZA. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty as a front-line gun number. Later promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier to Bombardier and through Temporary Sergeant to Sergeant. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll circa 20 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 on civil flight to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 5 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jan 1954. Living at Renwick, near Blenheim, Marlborough. Died Renwick, near Blenheim 6 May 2009 aged 80 years. |
| GILMOUR, Anthony Edwin Frank | 12705 | Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Botley, Southampton, Hampshire, UK, 24 Apr 1924. Served in the Royal Navy from 17 Sep 1939 with Service No P/JX166802. Served in the shore stations, Ganges (Boy 1st Class), Impregnable, St George and Victory and was then drafted on 22 Mar 1941 to Nelson (battleship with 16-inch guns) as Signalman Boy and 10 days later TSFD on 1 Apr 1941 to King George V (battleship). Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 21 Apr 1942. Served in Duke of York for two months and returned to King George V on 25 Jul 1942 and advanced to Signalman on 21 Oct 1942. Drafted to Mercury (RN Signals school) then in Breda an armed yacht 6 Aug 1943–18 Feb 1944. Advanced to Acting Leading Signalman (Temporary) 2 Sep 1943. Breda was sunk in a collision with a submarine in Campbeltown Loch, Scotland on 18 Feb 1944. He served ashore in Cyclops and was drafted to Milford (sloop) 7 Mar 1943. Advanced to Leading Signalman (Temporary) and on 14 May 1945 advanced to Acting Yeoman of Signals (Temporary). Drafted to HMS Cynthia 16 Jan 1946 and was involved with minesweeping operations in the English Channel, Orkney Islands and the Denmark Straits 16 Jan–13 May 1946 in HMS Stormcloud in the Orkney Islands, Shetland Islands, Greece and the Red Sea 21 Feb 1947–14 Apr 1948. Awarded Naval GSM clasp ‘Minesweeping 1945-1951’. Discharged 12 May 1948. Entered RNZN at Cook in London 6 Mar 1949 and a day later advanced to Leading Signalman. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was TSFD to Rotoiti as a crewman on the delivery voyage of Rotoiti from the UK to NZ in 1949. Drafted to Taupo and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters. Promoted Chief Yeoman of Signals while in Taupo in Korea. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in Pegasus, Philomel and was drafted on 30 Nov 1955 to Kaniere. She sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 to join the British Far East Fleet in Korea monitoring the Armistice. RTNZ 8 May 1957. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 13 Feb 1958. Discharged to RA 13 Mar 1962 as Chief Yeoman of Signals. Died Auckland 14 Mar 93. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GILMOUR, Frederick Henry | 14926 | Stores Assistant | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born London, England 28 Sep 1936. Shop Assistant in Christchurch (NZ) before he entered the RNZN on 24 Sep 1953 as a Junior Stores Assistant 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Bellona on 17 Feb 1954 and advanced to Stores Assistant on 28 Nov 1954. Drafted to Pukaki 26 Apr 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 for service in Malayan and Korean waters. RTNZ 18 Jul 1956. He then served in Philomel until granted a free discharge on 10 Mar 1957 to join the NZ Army. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| GILMOUR, John Russell | 12903 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Berrima, Mossvale, NSW, Australia 10 Jan 1930. Employed as a trucker before he entered the RNZN on 3 Feb 1947 as Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 20 Sep 1949–8 May 1950. Drafted to Tutira 9 May–1Jul 1950. Drafted to Pukaki 2 Jul 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Able Seaman 3 Aug 1950. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950 and served in Philomel briefly until returning to Pukaki 18 Jan 1951–1 Feb 1952. Also served in Lachlan and Black Prince. DEE 2 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| GILMOUR, Thomas (Terry) | 206314 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 29/08/2053 | Born Dannevirke 7 Apr 1929. Driver for F.G. Smith & Co, Napier also volunteer/lived in Port Ahuriri Fire Station. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA at Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 21–24 Aug 1951 and was discharged direct to unit. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 19 Mar 1952 TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS and then to Brit Com Gen Hosp (acne) and was discharged and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 and deplaned Wellington 9 May 1952 from R.M.A. Aranui ex Sydney. Under Out-patient treatment Wellington Hosp. Granted 28 days Furlough 21 Oct 1952. M/I ex Furlough and attached FAP C.D. Trg Depot Waiouru 18 Nov 1952. Re–emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 23 Feb 1953 and was reposted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU the same day. He attended a course at CATC Inchon and returned to 16 Fd Regt 31 May 1953. M/O to embarkation 31 Jul 1954 and embarked HMNZS Hawea at Kure 2 Aug 1953. Disembarked Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Served overseas one year 351 days. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Belfast, Canterbury, 5 Nov 2002 in his 73rd year. |
| GILPIN, Edmund James (Ted) | 11535 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Waihi on 20 Jul 1928. Shop assistant before joining the RNZN on 10Jul 1947. Enlisted as Ordinary Seaman. Initial sea service in HMNZS Bellona in Pacific waters. Drafted to HMNZS Hawea 19 Mar–16 Sep 1949. Drafted to HMNZS Tutira 16 Mar 1950. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 and served in Korean waters mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Served in HMNZS Bellona again before being DEE 9 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM Entitled to NZDSM. Later went to live in Queensland, Australia. Died Whangarei 11 Jan 2015 aged 86 years. |
| GINDERS, Peter Reefton | 208781 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 08/01/2053 | Born Wellington 13 Oct 1929. Seaman employed by N.P. Croft Co, Seaview, Lower Hutt. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight via Darwin, Manila and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. He was also part of Bty HQ staff. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jan 1953 for RTNZ on compassionate grounds and travelled via Manila and Sydney. Deplaned from the aeroplane Ararangi (Teal flight) at Wellington ex Sydney. Served overseas 155 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Mar 1953. Living at Napier 2001. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Napier 19 Aug 2012 aged 83 years. |
| GLAISTER, George | 208601 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 18/06/2054 | Born Manchester, UK, 30 Sep 1917. Farmer from Roslyn Bush, Invercargill. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea and Guam arriving Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Attached to CATC, Inchon for course of instruction 25 Jan–15 Feb 1953. Received “Above Average” grade on this artillery course. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 Jul 1953 and appointed 2i/c Gun. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 10 Oct 1953 and was appointed Section Bombardier. Attached to Royal Warwickshire Regt 4–22 Oct 1953 for Junior NCO course and was rated as a good steady NCO who worked very well. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 15 Dec 1953 and appointed Gun No.1 and was then promoted Sergeant 19 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 12 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned at Wellington 18 Jun 1954 after Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 342 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 23 Aug 1954. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| GLASCOCK, Kenneth Edmund | 208914 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/07/2053 | 08/05/2055 | Born Sydney, Australia on 15 Jan 1926. Previous service 2/48 Bn (Service No 2/400403) and 3 Bn RAR (Service No NX179807) Australian Army and had come to NZ to complete further service in Korea but within a different unit. Had served eight years in Australian Infantry including 12 months in 3 RAR in Korea. Awarded 1949–45 Star, Pacific Star, British War Medal 1939–45 Star, Australian Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and a Presidential Citation (while with 3 RAR). Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 14 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney for final leave, then emplaned Sydney on Flight No.25 for travel to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 10 Aug 1953. Attached to Main Division 25–27 Oct 1953 for Physical Training Course. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Mar 1955 on Qantas flight for return to Sydney and discharge in that country. Served overseas one year 225 days. Discharged from Kayforce in Australia on 3 May 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal but these were cancelled as he had received these awards while in the Australian Army. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GLASGOW, Bruce Allan | 13474 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Whanganui 28 Feb 1933. Employed as a factory hand before he entered the RNZN on 28 Sep 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Bellona for his first sea service and advanced to Able Seaman on 28 Dec 1951. Attended 10-week Radar Plotters course at HMAS Watson commencing 29 Sep 1952 and was graded Radar Plotter 3rd Class at the end of the course. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from NZ 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Also served in ML P3351, Lachlan, Takapu and Lachlan again Attended and passed a Sail-makers Mates Course in Philomel Mar–Jun 1955. Later served in Lachlan, in Philomel and in COMAUCK where he became Chief Sailmaker on 1 Feb 1967. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal. Also awarded NZOSM and NGSM (M). Promoted Chief Petty Officer Sail maker. Discharged to RA 27 Sep 1970. Died 29 Oct 2021 aged 88 years. Possibly related to Douglas Vivian Glasgow q.v. |
| GLASGOW, Douglas Vivian (Doug) | 11425 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Whanganui 8 Aug 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN 13 Mar 1947. Was in the 11th Class of Seaman Boys. His Training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel and he probably has his first sea service in Bellona. Drafted to Hawea and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on escort and patrol duties. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Advanced to Leading Seaman on RTNZ. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Mairangi Bay, Auckland, 2006. Died 20 Oct 2010 North Shore City aged 80 years. |
| GLASGOW, Thomas | 206166 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Blackridge, Scotland 21 Jan 1924. Previous service in 2 NZEF in 15 Reinforcements and Jayforce. Entered Camp 13 Feb 1945, Embarked 20 Apr 1945 and disembarked Egypt 2 May 1945. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.15, p.53 as a Sapper, NZE, with Service No 622186. He enlisted at Christchurch and was a NZ Railways cleaner at Greymouth. He was a late entry for the Middle East and Italy and also served in B.C.O.F. (Jayforce) in Japan when the war in Europe ended. Attached FAP to Jayforce at Bari Camp 13 Jan 1946. Embarked Naples 19 Feb 1946 for travel to Japan. Admitted Hosp Japan 10–13 May 1946. TSFD to NZ Roll “Wanaka” and disembarked Wellington 8 Sep 1946 from HMT Chitral. Storeman at Rowe & Co, Flour millers, Wellington. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA in Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I to 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 21 May 1952 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 May–3 Jun 1952. Breaches of military discipline resulted in 21 days-detention. Released from NZ Base HQ Guard House 25 Jun 1952 but remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight Awatere ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Sep 1952. Employed as a P&T Linesman at New Plymouth. Re-enlisted 22 Apr 1953 but was discharged again on 7 Aug 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 20 Jun 1980 aged 56 years. |
| GLASS, Lewis Henry | 13531 | Mechanician (Engineering) 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Auckland 23 Dec 1932. Employed as a farmer before entering the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as a Stoker. Sent on Leave Without Pay and was to report back to Tamaki on 18 Jan 1951. Served in Philomel 14 Aug 1951–13 Jan 1952. Drafted to Bellona 14 Jan 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 18 Jan 1952. Also served in Kiwi and Tamaki again. Drafted to Pukaki 20 Feb 1955 and sailed from NZ 19 Jul 1955 for service in Korean waters. Pukaki was attached to the 4th Frigate Squadron, Royal Navy based at Hong Kong. Served in the engine room crew. Served in Japanese waters, Korea mainly on the west coast and in Malayan waters. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class then to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 1 May 1956. Played Rugby in Japan. RTNZ 28 Jul 1956. Later served in Lachlan and then Black Prince. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). DEE 30 Dec 1958. |
| GLASSE, Robin Stacey | 203530 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 09/07/2053 | Born Auckland 30 Aug 1927. Electric Fitter apprentice, State Hydro Electric Dept. Auckland. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. In Trentham School of Sigs 8 Sep–13 Nov 1950 for sigs training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ Sigs Troop. M/O NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 27 Bde Sigs Tp 14 Apr 1951. CTBA 28 [sic] de Sigs Tp and attached FAP to L of C Indep Sigs Sqn 5 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and CTBA to L of C Indep Sigs Sqn and attached FAP 16 (NZ) Fd Regt 3 Oct 1951. To be Temporary Corporal while appointed Cypher Mechanic 3rd Class Jan 1952 Brit Com Base Sigs Regt. Promoted Corporal 4 Feb 1953. M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and CTBA Brit Com Base Sigs Regt 23 Oct 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 213 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 30 Oct 1953. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Howick, Auckland, 25 Jun 2010 aged 83 years. |
| GLASSEY, Lindsay David | 11089 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Ashburton 23 Feb 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN on 15 Nov 1945. Loaned to the Royal Navy 1946–47 and served in HMS Belfast during the British Commonwealth Occupation Force in Japan. On RTNZ served in a number of appointments. Drafted to Taupo for service in Korean waters and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951. Travelled to Korea via Darwin and Hong Kong. Signalman on a forward observation post on the Han River. Described shelling of trains in tunnels from his ship in an attempt to stop munitions, equipment and troops travelling to join the Communist forces. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Cairns and arrived in Devonport 21 Oct 1952. Also served in Royalist as Yeoman of Signals during the second commission leaving NZ on 20 May and returning 4 Jul 1958. Served in Malayan, Japanese and Korean waters during this period. Awarded British Empire Medal (Military) 1967, NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) RN LS&GC Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Later Chief Visual Instructor RNZN. Later Warrant Officer at HMNZS Philomel. Discharged to RA 12 Feb 1972. Died Taradale, Napier 4 Sep 2016 aged 86 years. |
| GLASSON, John Barrie | 30419 | Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ Japan | RNZAOC | 20/04/2054 | 03/09/2056 | Born Christchurch 12 Apr 1931. Enlisted 16 Dec 1948. Attended RMC Duntroon from 4 Feb 1949. Graduated as a Lieutenant 4 Dec 1952. Regular Force Officer appointed to Kayforce 13 Apr 1954. Emplaned on Teal flight at Auckland. Deplaned Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Employed at NZ Base HQ, Kure, Japan. Later attached to Comwel Base Ordnance Depot at Kure until returning to NZ. Also NZ Disposals representative at Brit Com HQ at Kure. SOS Emergency Force 13 Nov 1956 and reposted to the Regular Force in the rank of Lieutenant. Posted to Main Ordnance Depot Trentham Camp. Qualified Technical Ammunition Officer. Later Lieutenant Colonel at NZ Embassy, Washington DC, 1972–76. Retired 13 Apr 1983. Living at Upper Hutt 2007. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), Armed Forces Award with clasp. Died Lower Hutt 28 Dec 2008 aged 77 years. |
| GLASSON, Noel Lancelot Rawei | 14538 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Invercargill 9 Dec 1933. Employed as a cleaner before he entered the RNZN on 10 Sep 1952 as a Stoker. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Served in Bellona 3 Mar–18 Aug 1953. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 10 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 and served in Philomel. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Also served in Kiwi, Tamaki, Pukaki and Philomel once more. DEE 9 Sep 1960. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZDSM (R). |
| GLAZE, Norman | 13753 | Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Brighton, Sussex, UK, 28 Jun 1919. Employed as a milk roundsman before he entered the RN on 19 Apr 1939 as a Stoker 2nd Class with the Service No C/KX 96705. After completing his initial training in HMS Pembroke, he was drafted to Arethusa (light cruiser) on 28 Sep 1939 Norman Glaze joined her in the Mediterranean, based at Alexandria but came back to Britain in Jan 1940 to join the Home Fleet. In Feb and Mar 1940 Arethusa was involved in searches for the Altmark (which was carrying British POWs) and to carry out offensive sweeps to intercept blockade runners or enemy vessels trying to reach home ports. She was involved in the Norwegian campaign in Bergen and Trondheim areas as well as in Namsos and Andalsnes. Was under air attack by German forces. Arethusa bombarded the German shore batteries near Calais and was involved in evacuation of allied personnel from Le Verdun, France in Jun 1940. Arethusa then became part of Force H in the Mediterranean. In 1941 she was involved minelaying protection in the northern barrage, but this was cancelled due to weather. She then went back to Gibraltar and was involved with the search for the German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau sighted by HM Battleship Malaya near Cape Verde Islands. Arethusa was then involved in convoy protection to replenish Malta. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 11 Nov 1941. Norman Glaze returned to Britain 2 Feb 1942 and was in Pembroke 6 Feb–1 Jun 1942 and was then drafted to Suffolk (heavy cruiser) 2 Jun 1942–1 Jan 1943. This ship was based in Iceland and provided cover for Russian bound convoys. Back Britain he served in HMS Drake (shore station) and HMS Pembroke. He advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer 4 Jan 1945. Drafted to Anson (battleship) 7 Mar 1945–10 Apr 1946. From 11 Apr 1946 to 25 Jan 1952 he served in several ships and stations including Swiftsure, Superb, Mars and Minerva where he advanced to Mechanician 1st Class on 5 Jun 1951. Granted a free discharge on 25 Jan 1952 to join the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 26 Jan 1952 and advanced on the following two-days to Engineer Mechanic 1st Class. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and Tamaki until he was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea and RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. She served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Back he served in Philomel, ML P3552, Lachlan and returned to Philomel 29 Apr 1957. Advanced to Acting Chief Mechanician on 1 Jul 1957. Drafted to Pukaki 15 Jun 1958 and was in the area for the nuclear tests. Advanced to Chief Mechanician on 1 Jul 1958. He served again in Tamaki and Philomel and was Discharged to RA on 25 Jan 1962. His WWII awards are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star and War Medal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and the Naval LS&GC Medal (15 Oct 1958). Entitled to the NZOSM, NZSSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GLEESON, John Frederick | 206316 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/02/2053 | Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Attested 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. He appears to have been granted a 12-month extension to his service in Kore. Emplaned 2 Feb 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ and discharge arriving at Auckland 5 Feb 1953. Served overseas two years 57 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 Apr 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GLEESON, Owen William | 206880 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 06/09/2052 | 18/05/2054 | Born Palmerston North 4 Oct 1930. Employed as a clerk for NZ Loan and Mercantile Business Palmerston North. Attested 7 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned as a Gunner Wellington 6 Sep 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 10 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ (rugby trials) 25 Feb 1953 and then Japan tour by Kayforce Rugby Team. CTBA NZ Base HQ and returned to 16 Fd Regt 23 Apr 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 18 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 30 Sep 1953 while performing duties of Ledger Clerk. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 28 Oct 1952 (Ledger clerk) and to Temporary Sergeant as Movements Sergeant 10 Dec 1953. M/O Base HQ on Japan Tour by Brit Com Forces Rugby Touring Team 20 Mar and M/I to NZ Base HQ 30 Mar 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Apr 1954 and promoted sub-Sergeant. Embarked 16 Apr 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe. Completed the RTNZ deplaning Wellington 18 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 255 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 18 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. NZKVA Area Representative for Palmerston North. Owen’s father served in the Great War. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM in May and Jun 2001. Owen was one of 10 who received the Korean War Service Medal at the Korean Ambassador’s Luncheon 25 Jun 2001. Died at Metlifecare, Palmerston North 28 Dec 2019 aged 89 years. Interred in Fielding Lawn Cemetery. |
| GLEN, Peter McNair | 208207 | Lance Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZDC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born 24 Dec 1924. Came from Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1952. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Lance Corporal promoted Temporary Corporal and attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt 21 Nov 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 NZ Tpt Coy and CTBA 24 Nov 1952. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Aug 1953 and joined Regular Force. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later became Major QM. Posted to ACDS (Personnel) Branch 1 Jun 1970. Still at unit in Nov 1975. Living in Christchurch 2004. |
| GLEW, Rex Ebor | 13508 | Ordinary Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Hastings, NZ, 9 Jun 1933. Employed as a typewriter mechanic before he entered the RNZN on 28 Sep 1950 as an Ordinary Telegraphist. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and in Philomel. Drafted to Rotoiti 11 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Rotoiti RTNZ on 2 Mar 1953 and he then served in Irirangi and Wakefield and was then sent to HMAS Cerberus 25 Feb–7 Jun 1954. He came back to NZ and served in Kiwi and Philomel. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist 15 Jul 1954. Also served in Lachlan and Irirangi and was then drafted to Bellona. He was a crewmember who sailed the ship to Britain to return her to the RN. While in Britain he served in HMS Mercury, the RN Signals School, for nearly six months before re-joining his compatriots in Royalist on 29 Jun 1956. Royalist started out for NZ via the Mediterranean and the Suez Canal but the incident in Egypt meant she had to come to NZ via South Africa. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist 1 Jan 1957. He later served in Irirangi, advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist on 1 Jan 1958 and ended his service in Philomel. DEE 8 Jun 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| GLOAG, James William | 208136 | Driver | HQ Div Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Queensland Australia 28 Sep 1928. Came from Millers Flat, Central Otago. Rabbiter for Benmore Rabbit Board, Omarama. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Emplaned Darwin 18 Aug 1951 and flew by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni 20 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for two-day sea trip to Korea. Posted to HQ Div Tpt Platoon 28 Aug 1951. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 16 Dec 1954 then TSFD to 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station later the same day. Suffered from Malaria. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 23 Jul 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Timaru 3 Oct 2013 aged 85 years |
| GLOGOSKI, William Henry (Bill) | 332031 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Coromandel on 3 Feb 1931. Enlisted in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. This flight was ready to depart for Korea when the Armistice was signed. Travelled to Korea by civil air to Sydney, Australia where they spent two-days in Marrickville Barracks before continuing on via, Port Moresby and Guam. Flew into Iwakuni, Japan and was held at the NZ Base Camp, Hiro just outside Kure for a week. Served near the 38th Parallel alongside the Imjin River. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Australia. Discharged 9 Jan 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Re-enlisted in Served 4 Nov 1955 and re-embarked for Korea 3 Dec 1955 and served as a Driver in 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC until the company was disbanded. RTNZ 20 Jun 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Jul 1956 and again posted to a Territorial Force Unit. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Worked as a Railways engine driver for 38.5 years. Living in Coromandel in 2004. Died Manaia 10 Mar 2012 aged 81 years. |
| GLOVER, Albert Ernest (Ernie) | 207903 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Dunedin 27 Mar 1926. Fireman and driver, Invercargill Fire Board. Claimed 8 months previous service in Jayforce but that is probably RNZN or RNZAF. His name does not appear in any 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru 4 Oct 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in E Troop, 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Found beyond the limits fixed by Regimental Orders 15 Oct 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 21 Feb, TSFD to CDS Tokyo and discharged direct to unit 2 Mar 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 25 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER68) for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1045 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Invercargill. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 17 Jan 2001 age 72 years. |
| GLYNAN, Barry Peter | 208556 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/05/2052 | 18/12/2052 | Born New Brighton, Christchurch 15 Feb 1928. Shop Assistant at Motueka. Attested 14 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement Draft. Posted to RNZA 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 17 May 1952 on RMA Awatere (Teal flight) to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 20 May 1952. Entered Korea 25 May 1952 and M/I 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted 26 ADS 8 Jul 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged 19 Jul and remains on X(ii) List. Re Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 8 Aug 1952 a remained there until discharged 3 Oct 1952. Remains on X(ii) List. TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 28 Nov 1952. Claimed to have been in action at Sun Sei Valley about two miles from the Imjin River. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and medical discharge. Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 216 days. Remained on pay while undergoing further medical treatment. Discharged 18 Jul 1953. Returned to Sandy Bay, Motueka. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOALEY, Patrick Thomas | 206777 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Came from Feilding. Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served on No.2 Gun, D Troop (Dog Troop), 162 Bty. Steady reliable Gunner. Gunner Crysell (Stokes Valley) photographed with Bombardier C.J Nevill (Palmerston North) and Gunner P.T. Goaley (Feilding). M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 18 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 31 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 276 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Aug 1954. Posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Palmerston North, 7 Oct 1997 aged 67 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GODDARD, Berkeley Francis | 11816 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2053 | Born New Plymouth on 20 Aug 1926. Joined the RNZN on 22 Nov 1944 and was sent to the UK for training as an Officer Cadet 2 Nov 1944. Qualified as Midshipman 1 Sep 1945. Promoted Lieutenant from 1 Nov 1949. Appointed to Tutira on 25 Nov 1949 and remained in her sailing from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951. It was not long before he was on the move again. Appointed to Rotoiti on 26 Nov 1951 to May 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea during that time. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. Appointed 1st Lieutenant at Irirangi (Waiouru) on his RTNZ. From 1954 to 1957 was in UK for Navigating course and on exchange with the RN. Promoted Lieutenant Commander Nov 1957. Deputy Director of Plans Wellington, Oct 1957–Aug 1960. Appointed Navigating officer in Royalist until Apr 1962. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Later Resident Naval Officer at Dunedin. |
| GODDARD, George Charles | 594250 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Waitara 11 Feb 1930. Driver and chainman at Borthwick’s Freezing Works, Waitara. Emplaned Auckland on RNZAF Hastings aircraft and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan, 16 Dec 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Jan and M/I to unit in Korea 9 Jan 1955. Granted 11 days R&R Leave 23 Sep–3 Oct 1955. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area South 25–27 Oct 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Jan 1956 then to Temporary Corporal 12 Mar 1956 while i/c section. Promoted Corporal 30 Apr 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas one year 163 days. Discharged 1 Aug 1956. Enlisted in NZ Regt for service in Malaya 31 May 1961 but was did not go because of a housing shortage in Malaya. TSFD to RNZASC but was discharged at his own request 14 Nov 1961. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Taradale 7 Jun 2012 aged 82. |
| GODDARD, Thomas Brian | 12749 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Southampton, Hampshire, UK, 19 Dec 1928. Employed as a porter before he entered the RN on 20 Jan 1947 as an Assistant Cook. His initial naval training was conducted in HMS Royal Arthur. He then served in HMS Gosling, HMS Victory and HMS Dryad where he advanced to Cook (Seamen). He was released from the RN 21 Apr 1949. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 1 May 1949 as a Cook (Seamen). Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was one of the crew members who sailed the ship to NZ. He remained in her and when the Korean War broke out Tutira sailed together with Pukaki from Devonport on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. RTNZ on 31 May 1951 but he remained in her until Aug 1951. Drafted to Tamaki 14 Aug 1951 and became a Cook (Officers) 3 Dec 1951. He served in Black Prince 15 Jan 1953–27 Aug 1954. Served again in Tamaki and was DEE 30 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GODFREY, James Eric | 204032 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 28 Oct 1929. Confectionary worker for McClymont’s Confectionery, Ponsonby, Auckland. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15–17 Oct 1951. TSFD to X(ii) List and on Discharge for Hosp was TSFD to X(iv) List Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 27 Oct 1951. Served in C Troop. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan and entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. Went AWOL twice in 1952 and that cost him nine days pay. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 8 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 229 days. Discharged 13 May 1953. His Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal were unclaimed and returned to Base Records in 1954. He lived at Howick, Auckland, then moved to Ruakaka near Whangarei. Another set was sent to him in 2001 but he was told he would have to wait 10–12 weeks because of the workload of naming East Timor Medals. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Whangarei 28 Jun 2012 aged 82. |
| GODFREY, Joseph Race | 11493 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Rawene, Hokianga 30 Jul 1924. Enlisted in RNZN 15 May 1947 as Stoker 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki, in Philomel. Served several times in Bellona and Philomel between 1947 and 1951 before being drafted to Hawea on 18 Jan 1951 as a Leading Stoker Mechanic. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korean west coast waters. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 11 Oct 1951. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane disembarking Devonport 8 Mar 1952. On RTNZ he again served in both Philomel and Bellona. DEE 14 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died before 14 Sep 2001. |
| GODFREY, Peter Leonard | 204245 | Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born Whangarei 1 Jul 1925. Came from Panmure, Auckland. Previous service in RNZAF (Service No 4310797) as a pilot in 26 Fighter Squadron and 25 Fighter Squadron and served in the Pacific Theatre. Kayforce Replacement Draft. Emplaned 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland bound for Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952 and travelled from Kure to Pusan by ship. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 10 Jul 1952. Variously employed as Gunnery Instructor, Regimental Survey Officer, Brigade G3, in Charlie Troop, E Troop and Troop Commander, Dog Troop 162 Bty. Rugby coach for Dog Troop Team which was unbeaten during his time. D Troop was special. It received all the poor record troops. The gunners reacted exceptionally and the Technical Assistants were always ahead, resulting in a pride which kept them always reporting “READY” first. SOS Kayforce 28 Aug 1954 and posted to the Reserve of Officers. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, US Bronze Star and KWSM. Revisited Korea Apr 2012. |
| GODSALL, Robert Barrymore (Barry) | 914578 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 04/07/2055 | Born Oamaru 24 Jun 1934. Employed as a butcher at Star Stores Oamaru. Attested in Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. Posted to RNZASC while in Burnham 30 Aug 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight from Whenuapai to Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Eventually deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Training Unit. Entered Korea 12 Nov 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to this unit 13 Nov 1954. Served in ‘A’ Pl. M/O to NZ Base HQ 28 Jun 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll for compassionate RTNZ. ETD Tokyo by Qantas 1 Jul 1955. Movements at Sydney were requested to arrange reception, accommodation and priority onward move to Christchurch. Deplaned from Teal flight at Harewood 4 Jul 1955 ex Sydney. Served overseas Discharged 31 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Joined the RF on 1 Mar 1960 and was posted to Queen Alexandra’s Sqn RNZAC. Served in National Service Training Unit, Waiouru where he was regarded as a trustworthy, reliable and hardworking Soldier–an asset to his unit. Discharged as a Corporal 17 Feb 1965. Died Oamaru 9 May 2007 age 73 years. |
| GODSIFF, Spencer Hamilton (Pen) | 208723 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/08/2052 | 24/06/2054 | Born Blenheim, 11 Jan 1930. Farm labourer for Mr G.H. Harris. Havelock. Attested 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while under training in Burnham. Emplaned 14 Aug 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Korea by air via Darwin and Manila to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 17 Aug 1952. Remained in NZRTU. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 30 Dec 1952. Discharged from Hosp 6 Jan 1953 and remained on X(ii) List. Remained in NZRTU until posted to 16 Fd Regt 7 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 11 Mar 1953 and M/I to his unit the same day. Served in 162 Bty. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Mar 1954 and M/I to NX Base HQ 1 Apr 1954. Embarked Kobe, Japan 26 May 1954 on SS Changte for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Struck off the Strength of Kayforce 28 Aug 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Christchurch in 2004.Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 12 Dec 2021 aged 91 years. |
| GODWIN, Christopher John | 204406 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Apia, Western Samoa 17 May 1930. Herd Testing Officer, Auckland, Herd Improvement Assn, Hamilton. Came from Longbeach, Russell. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Posted to RNZA at Papakura 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air to deplane Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 15 Feb 1954, to Temporary Bombardier 15 Mar 1954 and to Bombardier 10 May 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 6 Mar 1954. Embarked SS Changte 26 May 1954 at Kobe, Japan and sailed for Sydney. Continued his RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 24 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 304 days. SOS Kayforce 28 Aug 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZSOM (2002), NZDSM (2011) and KWSM (2002). Died 9 Dec 2015 aged 87 years. His funeral was in Warkworth. |
| GOLDING, Ivan Barry | 206674 | Gunner | Brit Com Base Provost Coy | RNZ Provost Corps | 29/05/2052 | 21/07/2054 | Born New Plymouth 23 Feb 1928. Student in Wellington. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 29 May 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continues by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 23 Aug 1952 and to Lance Bombardier 1 Dec 1952. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD from RNZA to RNZ Provost Corps 11 Feb 1953. Promoted Temporary Corporal 23 Jun 1953. Posted to Brit Com Base Provost Coy 18 Feb 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 Aug 1953. Discharged from Hosp, posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Base Prov Coy 5 Sep 1954. Attached FAP Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo and CTBA attached FAP to Brit Com Base Prov Coy 12 Sep 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and CTBA Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo 16 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 15 Mar 1954. Posted to NZRTU 1 Mar 1954. Promoted Sergeant 29 May 1954. Posted back to NZ Base HQ 1 Jun 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the journey to NZ deplaning Harewood 21 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 54 days. Discharged 7 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOLDING, William Raymond Cornelius (Ray) | 11403 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Hastings on 8 Apr 1928. Tram conductor before joining the RNZN on 6 Feb 1947 aged 18 years 10 months. First seagoing service in Bellona. Ray’s service in Korea is hard to describe accurately. Ray was drafted to Tutira on 6 Oct 1950 but that ship was already in Korea. His Posting card shows Ray was drafted to Rotoiti on 6 Nov 1950. Rotoiti sailed from New Zealand on 7 Oct 1950 for Korean waters. The drafting to Tutira appears to be a clerical error as he remained in Rotoiti and RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. Served mainly on west coast waters. Later served in Irirangi near Waiouru. DEE 5 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Shipmate of Trevor Bak q.v. Later living in Wellington. Died circa Jun 2008. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| GOLDS, Arthur Terrence | 15023 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington,19 Mar 1938. Enlisted in RNZN 4 Feb 1954 as Boy 2nd Class. Advanced to Boy 1st Class 23 Jul 1954. First sea service was in Hawea 17 Jan 1955 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 17 Sep 1955 while serving in Kaniere. Able Seaman Golds served in Royalist from 9 Apr 1957 to 12 Nov 1958. Sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Japan and Korea. Advanced to Leading Seaman on 15 Jul 1959 and to Acting Petty Officer 8 Oct 1961. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer on 5 Mar 1970. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal while serving in Otago in Aug 1972. Promoted from Chief Petty Officer to Lieutenant (Specialist) 27 Feb 1976 and appointed Management Services Officer. Discharged from RNZN 1 Oct 1977 and re-enlisted 24 Apr 1978 as Lieutenant (Specialist) and again took up the role of MSO. Discharged as Lieutenant Commander at own request having completed 30 years’ service. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZDSM and PJM. |
| GOLDSBURY, Reginald Martin | 203602 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Matamata 24 Jul 1929. Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Jun 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Driver Field Regiment and Number 4 on gun crew. Won 16 Fd Regt Mile race. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. RTNZ in the rank of Sergeant. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal. UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1952. Initially returned to Morrinsville. Living in Hamilton in 2004. Died Hamilton 28 Jan 2013 aged 82 years. |
| GOLDSMITH, Hare Parata | 206998 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Gisborne 11 Dec 1927. Farm hand for S. Goldsmith (his father), Te Puia Springs, East Coast. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 1–20 Feb 1953 (sick) but remained on X(ii) List. Returned to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Mar 1953, entered Korea the next day and M/I to his unit 5 Mar 1953. Served as a Driver in ‘B’ Pl. Applied for assistance to complete study for School Certificate while in Korea. The complete Course for School Certificate was sent to the Education Officer NZ Kayforce. The Kayforce Education Officer was responsible for marking and setting assignment for Hare. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Discharged 14 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Served in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt 18 Jul 1960 promoted Lance Corporal and then to Corporal. Attended 3-inch mortar courses at Army Schools Waiouru. Posted to 7 RNZIR 9 Mar 1964. Discharged 30 Mar 1964 at end of engagement. Died Te Puia, East Coast, 12 Oct 1986 in his 59th year. |
| GOLDSMITH, James Edwin | 13412 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born South Riverton, Southland, on 17 Feb 1934. He was employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN 21 Sep 1950 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 29 Mar 1951. Served in Bellona 13 Jun–17 Aug 1951 for his first sea service. Also served in Kaniere and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 27 Aug 1951. Returned to Bellona and served in Philomel and Tui. Advanced to Able Seaman on 7 Mar 1953. Also served in Hawea and Bellona again before he was drafted to Kaniere 22 Jun 1954. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for service in Malayan and Korean waters but was in the latter mainly from Nov 1954–Mar 1955. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. Later served in Philomel, Kiwi, Rotoiti, Tamaki and Stawell. DEE from Philomel 22 Jun 1960. Later entitled to or awarded to NZOSM, NGSM (M) NZDSM (R) and PJM. Understood he later became a panel beater. |
| GOLDSMITH, John | 16090 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Hertfordshire, UK, on 19 Mar 1924. RN Officer on loan to RNZN and appointed to Royalist 10 Apr 1957–10 Jul 1958 as Coms Officer. His name is listed in the HMNZS Royalist Second Commission Souvenir Handbook. Reverted to the RN on 10 Jul 1958 and was appointed to HMS Victory on 11 Jan 1958. |
| GOLDSMITH, Panapa Te Kairoa | 211046 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Te Araroa, East Cape, North Island 8 Sep 1928. Attended Te Aute College. Self-employed farmer at Te Araroa, East Coast. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Entered Korea and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 16 May 1953 and served in B Tpt Platoon. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 9–12 Aug 1953 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZASC to RNZA 1 Feb 1954. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy to attend Driving & Maintenance Course 30 May–4 Jun 1954 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jun 1954 and to Temporary Bombardier 28 Jun 1954 but reverted to Lance Bombardier 31 Aug 1954. M/O 18 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Nov 1954 ex Teal flight from Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged 12 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal 5 Mar 1956. Panapa also applied for assistance to complete study for School Cert while in Korea. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 8 Dec 1982 aged 54–possibly at Te Araroa. |
| GOLDSMITH, Walter William | 206167 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Ruatoria 15 May 1928. Driver for Todd Motors Ltd, Petone. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl while in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ 14 May 1951. Had some difficulty adhering to Routine and other orders. Posted from NZ Base HQ to NZ Tpt Platoon, 29 Jul 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 2 Jan 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 16 Jan 1952. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 29 Jan–16 Feb 1952. Re-admitted B.C.G.H.18 Mar 1952 and discharged 30 Apr 1952 (Skin problem). TSFD to NZ Roll 7 May 1952. Emplaned on Qantas or BCPA flight at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll No.67) and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. These medals were offered in Dixon's Gazette (UK) during Aug 2001. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOLDSTONE, Alfred Albert George (Tiger) | 13102 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, UK, 13 Jun 1915. Employed as an upholsterer before he entered the RN on 4 Aug 1936 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No K/X 89338. Underwent training in HMS Pembroke and advanced to Stoker 2nd Class. Drafted to York (heavy cruiser) 13 Jul 1939 and served on convoy protection across the Atlantic and in the Norwegian Campaign in 1940. Under heavy air attack in Norway. She was TSFD to the Mediterranean in later 1940 where she escorted convoys and the larger ships of the fleet. Under air attack near Malta. On 26 Mar 1941 damaged by an explosive motorboat launched from an Italian destroyer and was beached to prevent sinking. She was further damaged by bombing and became a total loss. Drafted to Warspite (battleship) 23 May 1941 and was involved in convoy escorts to Malta and was off Crete where she was damaged by German bombing 38 KIA and 31 WIA. Advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary) 1 Jun 1941. Ships all short of ammunition particularly anti-aircraft ammunition. On arrival back in Alexandria was berthed near Orion (light cruiser) which had been hit by bombs and over 400 KIA or WIA. Drafted 8 Jan–28 Mar 1942 to Orion and RTUK in her. Also served in Dinosaur (stone frigate) advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) (13 Dec 1943) HMS COPRA, HMS Mayina and HMS Lanka (Ceylon) and HMS Sultan (RNO Saigon) 26 Dec 1945–21 Oct 1946. Applied for Naval GSM in respect of his service on the staff of the British Naval Liaison Officer in Naval Party 2479 in Saigon during 1946–47. Later served in Resource and Achilles. Released from the RN 23 Oct 1948. His WWII awards are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Awarded the Naval GSM with ‘S.E. Asia’ clasp (2 Sep 1954). Entered RNZN 31 Mar 1950 in Philomel as Stoker Mechanic and advanced over the next two-days to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. Served in Tamaki until drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and was drafted to Philomel 11 Mar 1952. Later served in Lachlan and Black Prince. DEE 30 Mar 1956. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| GOLDSTONE, William Francis | 206102 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Wairoa, Hawkes Bay 21 Jun 1918. Served in WWII with Service No 49133. Embarked 2 Jan 1942, Served in Fiji near Namaka and Tamavua with 38 HAA Bty. RTNZ Also served in RTNZ 26 Apr 1943. Returned to Fili 3 Jun 1944 to 23 Jan 1944 when he again came back to NZ. Embarked 31 Mar 1944 and sailed for ME. Entered Egypt 3 May 1945 ex HMT 83. M/I 32 NZ Bn. Attended Mines course at NZ Engr Trg Depot, Result A. Embarked 26 Jul 1944 Port Said for Italy. M/I as Reinf for 25 (NZ) Bn. Battle Casualty simple injuries 19 Oct 1944. GSW from German troops in left forearm Italy 15 Apr 1945. Embarked on Hospital Ship ‘Oranje” Disembarked NZ 10 Aug 1945. Had further medical treatment in Wellington. Discharged Wellington 19 Jan 1946 and returned to Levin. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Post & Telegraph Linesman at Palmerston North. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to Sigs Troop and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 8–13 Jul 1951 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 11 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while appointed 2i/c Line Det 1 Nov 1951. To be Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 28 Jan 1952 while appointed Line NCO. Promoted Corporal 29 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 220 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1055 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Levin. Died Levin 19 Jun 1987 aged 69 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOLDSWORTHY, Fredrick William | 203708 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt (RNZA) Pool. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 as a Lance Bombardier on Qantas or BCPA flight for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll No.67) and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 Jul 1952. His discharge address was given as C/–C. Cross of Papatoetoe. His mother was living at Hikurangi at the time. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOOCH, Douglas George | 592431 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Stratford 21 Aug 1932. Was CMT soldier and completed three years TF service before joining Kayforce on 3 Feb 1954. Labourer for Williamson Construction, Christchurch. Enlisted at New Plymouth. Emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington on 2 Jun 1954 and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954. Initially posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Gunner 16 Jun 1954 and entered Korea the same day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Oct 1954 and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney on 9 Dec 1955. Served overseas one year 193 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 8 Feb 1956 and posted to TF unit. Died New Plymouth 19 Jan 1999 aged 67years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and is Entitled to NZDSM. |
| GOODFELLOW, Andrew Culrose | 15096 | Probationary Sub-Lieutenant | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Manchester, UK, on 15 Mar 1933. He was a student before he entered the RNZN on 20 Apr 1954 as a probationary sub-Lieutenant. Appointed to Black Prince (additional) for training. Appointed to Kaniere on 12 Jul 1954 (additional for training) and sailed for Korea that day. He was not long in Kaniere as he was sent additional for passage to Maori (from Japan or Hong Kong) on 7 Dec 1954 to attend several courses with the Royal Navy. He completed inter alia Gunnery 2nd Class Cert., 2nd Class Cert in Amphibious Warfare, Officers Divisional Course and Junior Officers Air Course. He RTNZ and served in Philomel. Appointed to Stawell 6 Sep 1956 and was promoted Acting Lieutenant on 6 Mar 1957. Released at his own request 12 Dec 1957 and was placed on the Retired List 13 Dec 1957. It is not known what awards he received for his service in the RNZN but may include NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GOODFELLOW, Arthur Hardie | 13575 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington 5 Jan 1935. Enlisted in the RNZN 15 Jan 1951 as Boy 2nd Class. First sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Hawea 30 May 1952. Radar operator. Sailed from Auckland for Korea 4 Aug 1952 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 26 Feb 1955–26 Sep 1956 and returned to Korean waters for a second tour. Also served in Black Prince, Kaniere and in Endeavour. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and KWSM. DEE 4 Jan 1961. The NZGSM (K) disk fell off when marching on ANZAC Day parade in 1999, it was replaced at the cost of $45. This medal suffered from this problem several occasions. Did not qualify for PJM. Living Auckland 2006. Shipmate of Kelvin Mason. |
| GOODFELLOW, Thomas James | 206276 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born Gisborne 28 Aug 1920. Previous service in NZ Military Forces during WWII (2 NZEF Service No 71928). Served in 10 Heavy Regt NZA Embarked for service in Tonga Defence Force 15 Dec 1941–25 Nov 1942, Embarked Auckland 4 Mar 1943 and disembarked Necal 10 Mar 1943. RTNZ 17 Jul 1944 and embarked third time at Wellington on HMT 91 with 15th Reinforcements 20 Apr 1945 and disembarked Egypt 15 May 1945. Embarked Egypt 9 Sep 1945 for RTNZ and disembarked NZ on 30 Sep 1945. Discharged 22 May 1946. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. To be Temporary Bombardier 2 Nov 1950, to be Temporary Sergeant (Gun No.1) 17 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde as Sergeant and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Sergeant No.2 Gun, D Troop (Dog Troop), 162 Bty. Served during the most demanding time the Regiment was in Korea. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 20 Apr 1952 Troop Sergeant Major, then promoted Battery Sergeant Major (Warrant Officer 2nd Class) 1 Jul 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas in Korea two years 10 days. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Mar 1953. Living in Gisborne 2004. Later awarded NZOSM (2004) and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Gisborne, 17 Aug 2006, 11 days before his 86th birthday. |
| GOODHEW, Ernest Sydney Fenton | 203670 | Lance Bombardier | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/08/2053 | Born 29 Jan 1927. Served in the Interim Army attested 16 Aug 1946–48 with Service No 813657 then in the Regular Force 1948–49 with Service No 31344. Telephone exchange clerk at Tirau. Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Promoted Lance Bombardier at Waiouru 1 Nov 1950. Also completed a projectionist course at Fort Dorset. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Reverted to Gunner 20 Jan 1951 on ceasing to be clerk. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 24 Feb 1951. AWOL for seven days 10 hours 15 Mar 1951. Had other misdemeanours which resulted in loss of pay. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough) 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni on 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Auckland 26 Apr 1952. Re-emplaned Auckland 29 May 1952 for return to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 May 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2 Jun 1952. Discharged BCGH 8 Jul and remained on NZ Roll. Re-entered Korea 14 Sep 1952 and posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 161 Bty in 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 22 Dec 1952 and reverted to Gunner 14 Apr 1953. Further failures to adhere to military law and orders. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 12 Jul 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 6 Aug 1953. Served overseas two years 209 days. Discharged 31 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Hamilton 29 Dec 1992 aged 65 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOODHUE, Brian Frank | 337596 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/12/2055 | 24/05/2056 | Born 27 Nov 1934. Enlisted in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last) on 17 Oct 1955. Emplaned 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) at Auckland for passage to Sydney, Australia then by civil air to Japan via Darwin and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. Brian was a foundation Member of the K force Association, Auckland, which later became the Auckland KVA and held the position of Secretary / Treasurer of the Auckland KVA. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died 21 Jun 2001 aged 65 years. |
| GOODIN, Maurice Melvyn | 12986 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Masterton 13 Dec 1929. Employed as a junior machinist for the NZ Railways before he entered the RNZN 9 Jun 1949. Underwent initial training in Tamaki. Drafted to Bellona 24 Jan–28 Sep 1950 for his first sea service. Sent on course to HMAS Rushcutter 21 Oct 1950–9 Feb 1951 followed by another course at HMAS Watson 10 Feb–19 Sep 1950 and to another course or was it for an exam at HMAS Watson 20 Sep–12 Oct 1951. RTNZ 13 Oct 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 1 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Able Seaman and graded Radar Plotter 3rd Class apparently backdated to 9 Dec 1950. Rotoiti RTNZ 19 Mar 1953, but he stayed in his ship until 14 Aug 1953. The remainder of his service was spent between Irirangi and Philomel. DEE 8 Jun 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M) and entitled to KWSM. Later went to live in Australia. |
| GOODIN, Norman James | 15832 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 19 Sep 1939. Entered RNZN as a Junior Mechanical Engineer 13 Mar 1956. Underwent training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 19 Mar 1957. Drafted 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 15 Mar 1958. RTNZ 4 Jul 1948. Served Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in Philomel 28 Oct 1958, then in Tamaki 18 Nov 1958–11 Jul 1960. Drafted back to Royalist 12 Jul 1960 and advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 28 Jun 1962. Served in Philomel 9 Jan–30 Apr 1962. Advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 28 Jun 1962, Then to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Jun 1963 and to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Jun 1964. Later served in Philomel and Pukaki for about three months. DEE 18 Sep 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Went to live in Hamilton. |
| GOODING, Kenneth Ernest | 208208 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 03/05/2053 | Born London, UK, 18 Apr 1919. Served in the Royal Australian Air Force for nine years. Discharged in the rank of Corporal. Timber worker, NZ State Forestry, Eyrewell, Waimakariri District, Canterbury. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in the Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea trip to Pusan and disembarked Korea on 4 Sep 1951. Served in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Granted 14 days leave in Australia on the way home and duly arrived and deplaned Wellington 3 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 275 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. A Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1060 sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Christchurch to a K.E. Golding but no Kayforce man with the name K.E. Golding has been found. Was this Certificate meant for Kenneth Ernest Gooding? |
| GOODMAN, David Bartlet | 14781 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Timaru 18 May 1936. Left school and entered the RNZN on 7 May 1953 as Junior Stores Assistant 2nd Class. Almost all his training was conducted in Tamaki where he advanced to Junior Stores Assistant 1st Class on 30 Oct 1953 and on 18 Nov 1953 he advanced to Probationary Stores Assistant. Drafted to Black Prince 4 Feb 1954–16 Apr 1957 and advanced to Stores Assistant 18 Jun 1954. Drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for the Second Commissioning Voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Served Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Drafted to Tamaki 16 Sep 1959 and advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 1 Dec 1959. Drafted to Rotoiti 6 Mar 1960 but was disrated to Stores Assistant on 3 Dec 1960 but advanced to Acting Leading Stores Assistant (Local) 29 Jun 1961 but was again disrated on 6 Dec 1961. Returned to Philomel 16 Dec 1961 and was DEE 17 May 1962. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and possibly NGSM (M). |
| GOODMAN, Ronald Mervyn | 204128 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Waihi 20 Nov 1927. Carpenter from Te Aroha. Served in 2nd Relief in Jayforce departing NZ 15 Jul 1947. Service No 811960, Private 2 Bn NZ Regt. RTNZ 5 Oct 1948. Discharged 5 Nov 1948. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep and sailed to Pusan. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951 and posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served in C Platoon, in the Armistice area towards the end of his TOD. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 and deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 299 days. Discharged 28 Jul 1953. Died Hamilton 2 Jul 1992. Later awarded NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOODMAN, Vivian Alexander | 816077 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 20 May 1933. Attended St Andrews College, Christchurch 1949. Linesman for Post & Telegraph Department. Served in 4th Intake CMT. Attested 17 Apr 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by air via Port Moresby, Guam to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP CATC, Inchon 4 Jul–15 Aug 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney and completed the journey to deplane Harewood from RNZAF Hastings 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 115 days. SOS Kayforce 16 Jan 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Returned to the P&T Department before re-joining the Regular Force. Served in D Coy, 1 NZ Regt (Morrison's Bn) in Malaya based at Ipoh and Taiping. Served in Signals Platoon, HQ Coy. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Discharged 17 Jul 1962. Original medals lost and replaced at cost. Died Christchurch, 1 Feb 2004 aged 71 years. Also awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GOODSON, Ivan Leslie | 208724 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Sigs | 09/08/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Invercargill 14 Sep 1929. Clerk for NZ Railways at Lumsden. Attested 23 Apr 1953 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 22 Aug 1953 and posted to NZ Base HQ. Admitted Swedish Hospital, Pusan 26 Feb–4 Mar 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 May 1954 and appointed clerk at NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Jun 1954. Promoted Corporal 1 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 6 Jan 1954 and appointed Records Clerk and to Sergeant 6 Mar 1954 and appointed Filing Sergeant. Embarked Kobe, Japan 24 Mar 1954 on SS Changsha, for return to Sydney and completed the journey to NZ by Teal flight deplaning Wellington 24 Apr 1954 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 259 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Dunedin 26 Jan 88 aged 58 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GOODSTONE, Julius John | 33672 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/11/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Manchester, England 7 Nov 1928. Served in the British Army for two and a half years as a National Serviceman in RASC 1946–49. Enlisted in NZ Regular Force 7 Sep 1950 as a cook in the RNZASC. Served in Ngaruawahia and Papakura Camps before attached to Kayforce 10th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 and travelled by Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 18 Dec 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 58 days. SOS Kayforce 20 Feb 1955 and reposted to the Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Regular Force 7 Sep 1955. Later joined Territorial Force and served in RNZA then TSFD to RNZAC and served in 1 Armd Regt reaching the rank of Sergeant. Discharged then later re-joined TF and served as a 2 Armd Sqn cook. Discharged 28 Nov 1969. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) entitled to NZDSM. Living in Auckland in 2003. |
| GOODWILLIE, Bruce Kahu | 208973 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/06/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Dunedin 27 Aug 1928. Labourer NZ Railways, Dunedin. Attested 5 Mar 1954 in Kayforce 15th Reinforcements. Emplaned Harewood 30 Jun 1954 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and onwards by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1954 and posted to 16 Fd Regt. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 12 Oct 1954. Rank changed to Driver. Dropped a full oil drum on his foot and broke his left big toe. Admitted 3 Canadian Field Ambulance 11 Oct 1955 and then TSFD to 121 US Evacuation Hospital 15 Oct 1955. Returned to duty 14 Nov 1955 after discharge from hospital. Embarked Kure, Japan 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 282 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Jun 1956. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Reefton, 27 Sep 1992 aged 64 years. |
| GOODWIN, Clive | 458804 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/02/2054 | 08/05/2055 | Born Patea 9 Mar 1913. Welder from Hawera. Served in CMT 5th Intake. Serving TF soldier firstly in WWCT Regt then 2 Armd Regt. Attested in Kayforce 23 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 20 Feb 1954 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 9 Sep 1954; Temporary Corporal 8 Nov 1954. Reverted to Lance Corporal 26 Nov 1954 on ceasing to hold the appointment of Section Commander. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Mar 1955 and appointed Section Commander and to substantive Corporal 13 Apr 1955. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney. Completed return journey to deplane Auckland 8 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 88 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jun 1955 and posted to his old TF Unit (Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt). Died Matamata 27 May 1969 aged 56 years. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GOODWIN, Harold George | 12354 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Bekesbourne, Kent, UK, 7 May 1918. Employed as a labourer before he entered the RN as Boy 2nd Class on 14 Nov 1933. Underwent training at HMS Ganges then HMS Pembroke (shore stations) and advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Boy Telegraphist on 8 Mar 1935. Drafted to Cairo (light cruiser and only RN ship to bear that name) 25 Apr 1935 and advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist 7 May 1936. Drafted to Resolution 16 Oct 1936–8 Apr 1937 and advanced to Telegraphist 4 Feb 1937. Was in shore stations for more training before drafting to Blanche (destroyer) 12 Jul 1939 which was sunk by a mine on 13 Nov 1939. His next ship was Naiad (light cruiser) 2 Jul 1940–5 Dec 1941 and advanced through to Leading Telegraphist 12 Nov 1941. This ship was sunk off Crete three months later. Drafted to Valiant (WWI battleship) 12 Mar–5 Jul 1942 and probably sailed in her from Alexandria to Durban where she was taken in hand for damage repair and refit. The damage had been caused by Italian frogmen and the explosive in their human torpedo. Advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist (Temporary) 4 Jun 1942. While in South Africa he was drafted to Jasmine (corvette) 6 Jul 1942–16 Sep 1943 and operated from such bases as HMS Tana (Kilindini, Mombasa, Kenya), Kongoni (Durban, South Africa) and Assegai (near Durban). He returned to Britain and was in Pembroke, Royal Arthur and Mercury until drafted to Euryalus (light cruiser) 24 Jun 1944–15 Sep 1946. Advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist on 8 Oct 1945. He next served in Duncansby Head (repair ship) and Kenya (cruiser). He was released from RN to Class ‘A’ Reserve on 30 Apr 1948. Entered RNZN on 9 Aug 1948 at Cook III as Telegraphist and advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist 11 Aug 1948. Drafted to Kaniere 28 Sep 1948 but had RUN against his name on 15 Oct 1948. He was away five days and returned to Kaniere as Petty Officer Telegraphist but was dis-rated to Telegraphist 12 Jan 1949. He was in the crew that brought the ship to NZ. He then served in Philomel and Waiouru and Philomel where he again rose to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist 12 Jul 1951. Returned to Maori and was DEE 12 Sep 1952. Re-joined RNZN at Maori 19 Jun 1953 as a Telegraphist and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist on succeeding days. He then spent six months at HMS Mercury and came back to NZ Dec 1953. Again, served in Philomel and Irirangi being advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist 3 Dec 1953. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Communication Division. On RTNZ he served in Irirangi 22 Sep 1958–4 Jun 1959. DEE 18 Jun 1959 and went to Melbourne, Australia. His Posting Card dated 12 Jan 1949 states “Disqualified from receiving Campaign or Commemorative Stars to which he may be entitled.” This was followed by “Medals forfeited on desertion restored.” Dated 12 Jul 1951. He was probably entitled to 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star and War Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GOODWIN, Jack Edward | 204074 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Hastings 17 Apr 1929. Carpenter employed by S.T. Connolly, Forest Lake Road, Maeroa, Hamilton. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flew from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to Iwakuni deplaning 6 Sep 1951 and M/I to NZRTU. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep and disembarked Pusan 10 Sep 1951. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Attached FAP to 2 Provost Section, 1 Comwel Div 31 Dec 1952 for six days. Returned to unit then attached to 1 Comwel Div for work with a Concert Party 19 Feb–26 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 on civil air flight to Sydney for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Discharged 10 Jul 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died 1 Mar 95 aged 64 years. |
| GOODWIN, Stanley | 204706 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/12/2053 | 08/05/2055 | Born Auckland 14 Jun 1929. Previous service in Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve. Bulldozer driver for NZ Dairy Co-operative, Matangi, Hamilton. Attested in Kayforce 10th Reinforcements 31 Aug 1953. Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and on to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8 May 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 131 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jun 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GOODWIN, William | 203801 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Civil trade Plasterer. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt 10 Jun 1952 to NZ Base HQ and M/I 13 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Auckland 21 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Aug 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GORDON, Alec David | 623188 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 12/08/2057 | Born Stratford 26 Jul 1934. Fencer for Basset & Co, Whanganui. Completed 10.5 weeks CMT training then served in 1 WWCT Regt. Attested 12 Oct 1955 in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements (the last). Posted to RNZASC (Regt Police) 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned RNZAF Hastings Auckland 10 Jan 1956 and flew to Japan via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Jan 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jan 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl as Clerk 15 May 1956. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (2i/c Section) TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Auckland 12 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 216 days. Discharged 26 Nov 1957 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Later attested to 2NZ Regt for three-year engagement 8 Jun 1959. Discharged at own request and on payment 2 Feb 1960. Living at Tokoroa in 1996. Died Tokoroa 23 Jan 2009 aged 74 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GORDON, Colin | 206675 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 06/07/2054 | Born New Plymouth 26 May 1931. Came from Fordell, Whanganui. Enlisted 9 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. His training was conducted at Linton and Waiouru camps. Emplaned 1 May 1952 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney and continued on possibly by Qantas charter flight. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 7 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Sep 1952 and appointed 2i/c gun. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 7 Jan 1953 and was TSFD to Brit Com Z Med unit. Medically re-boarded 10 Jan 1953 and discharged back to unit 11 Jan 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll in Feb 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 11 Feb 1953. Signed on for a further six months extension of service. Promoted Lance Bombardier 1 Jun 1953. Posted to NZ Reinf Training Unit and struck off NZ Roll 20 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Bombardier at NZ Reinf Training Unit 18 Dec 1953. Granted further 12-month extension of service dating from 3 May 1954. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 21 Jun 1954 for RTNZ on furlough. Reverted to Lance Bombardier, Acting Bombardier 22 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for travel to Australia and completed RTNZ by Teal flight deplaning Harewood 6 Jul 1954. Served overseas two years 67 days. Re-boarded Whanganui 16 Aug 1954 and found medically unfit for Kayforce overseas service. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. These were lost in a house fire and replaced at cost in 1987. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Later lived at Rahotu, West Taranaki. Died New Plymouth, 26 Jul 2007 aged 77 years. |
| GORDON, Donald Claude (GARLICK) | 203984 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 20/02/2054 | Born Re Arai, Manatuke, Gisborne 29 Apr 1926. He served in WWII with the surname GARLICK. Embarked Auckland 12 May 1942 on T 43 and entered Fiji to serve in Suva Bty. 1 Heavy Bty and 2 Heavy Bty. Also served in Nasesse, Embarked Suva for RTNZ disembarking Auckland 4 Sep 1942. Re-embarked Wellington 4 Nov 1942 and disembarked Noumea 11 Nov 1942. RTNZ 1944 and once again embarked on HMT 91 (5th Reinforcements) for overseas service on 2 Apr 1945. Entered Egypt 15 May 1945. Embarked Mooltan for NZ 21 Nov 1945 and disembarked Lyttelton 21 Nov 1945. Discharged 7 Jan 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. He was a male nurse at Porirua Hospital before he attested in Jayforce 6 Mar 1946 (serve No.655373). Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 26 on HMT Chitral, as a Signalman and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served in 2 NZ Div Cav then in 2 Bn and in Tokyo Bn. Promoted Lance Corporal. Embarked Japan Jul 1948 and disembarked Auckland 16 Aug 1948 from Westralia. Discharged and TSFD to the NZRF 6 Oct 1948 (Service No 32926). Chain Slaughterman Westfield Freezing Co, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 15 Jun 1951 Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (Detail re Wahine voyage in the Introduction.) Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. To be Corporal, Temporary Sergeant while ‘C’ Tp Signals Sergeant. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 6–11 Sep 1951. Discharged to NZRTU. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1951. Entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. M/I to his unit 30 Oct 1951. To be Sergeant 27 Dec 1951. M/O to RASC School, Singapore to attend a Clerks Course 18 Aug–27 Sep 1952. Passed Class 2 and Class 3 trade test Singapore 20 Sep 1952. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ (Army 248/3/8/A3 of 30 Mar 1953) Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 29 Oct 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 2 Nov 1952 and then to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 13 Jan 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Mar 1953 (furlough) and deplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953. Re-embarked for Korea 12 Aug 1953. RTNZ 26 Feb 1954 for medical reasons (cot case). Total service in Korea two years 64 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. One of the first Maori appointed to a Head Office position in several Government Departments. Appointed MVO 1974. Died Wellington 3 Aug 1995 aged 69 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GORDON, John Henry (Akka Harry) | 204678 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born in Auckland 31 Jan 1927. Hotel porter in Geyser Hotel, Rotorua. Attested in Kayforce 30 Jun 1953. Posted to RNZA at Papakura Camp and attached FAP to Fort Dorset for Corps Training. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1963 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 28 Nov 1953 and entered Korea 2 Dec 1953. Attached FAP to Canadian NCO School 11 Apr 1954 then returned to his unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 8 May 1954 and to Temporary Bombardier 26 Jun 1954. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for an Artillery Course 5–26 Sep 1954 and returned to unit. Promoted Bombardier 25 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation. Embarked HMT New Australia 10 Nov 1954. Completed the RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal (Flight 4) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year five days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 4 Jan 1955. Returned initially to Auckland. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Auckland 8 Oct 2009 aged 82 years. |
| GORDON, Kenneth Roy | 774612 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 18/02/2054 | Born Auckland 3 Jan 1930. Came from New Lynn, Auckland. Previous service in RNZAF (LAC with Service No 461304) in BCOF, Japan 12 Feb–8 Aug 1947 and again 25 Aug–17 Sep 1947. Completed three years’ service in RNZAF. Fire officer, Civil Aviation, Air Department, Auckland. Attested 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18-Jun-1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 26 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served in B Platoon. Attached to 64 Field Park Squadron Royal Engineers 20–29 Jan 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13-Feb-1954 for RTNZ for compassionate reasons. Deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 18 Feb 1954. SOS Kayforce 28 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 246 days. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Brisbane, Australia, 2002. |
| GORDON, Louis John Maioni (Buzz) | 207853 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Carterton 30 Apr 1921. Farmer from Murchison. Joined Territorial Force 14 Nov 1940 as a Private in Nelson, Marlborough & West Coast Regiment. Called up for service during WWII and was posted as a Gunner to 8th Reinforcements, 2 NZEF. Embarked 10 Dec 1942 on HMTS Aquitania bound for Egypt. After some further training as a signaller with 32 NZ Fd Regt in Egypt he was TSFD to 5 NZ Fd Regt with which he sailed for Italy and was in action against the Germans. Remained with 5 Fd Regt in Italy until end of the war. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. RTNZ but was not able to settle and joined Kayforce as soon as this force was announced. His wartime service as a gunner and signalman was a valuable addition to Kayforce. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Lance Bombardier 25 Jan 1951. Most of his service was in the front line at an Observation Post. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Jan 1952. Had two close calls. He and a mate stumbled across four Chinese soldiers and being fastest to raise his weapon took these prisoner. Later when out checking signal lines using Jeep transport he got out of his vehicle and started to move away when a mortar round hit the jeep. The impact threw him to the ground and he suffered glass cuts to his face. Promoted Bombardier 1 Feb 1952. Awarded Military Medal (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953, p.424) in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 Jan to 30 Jun 1952. He “was a line signaller for eighteen months, has been an observation post linesman, at times maintaining lines under the most difficult conditions….” Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 265 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Oct 1952. Nominated by Murchison RSA to be a member of the Coronation Contingent, London, Jun 1953. This required Buzz to re-enlist in Territorial Force. Flew to Australia in RNZAF Aircraft, boarded the Australian aircraft carrier HMAS Sydney for transport to England, UK. Awarded ERII Coronation Medal. His Military Medal was presented to him by HM Queen Elizabeth II at Christchurch on 20 Jan 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, KWSM and Korean Presidential Citation. Died Nelson 5 Nov 2012 aged 91 years. |
| GORDON, Richard Vaughn | 11090 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Gisborne 28 Apr 1929. Enlisted in the RNZN 15 Nov 1945 as Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Gambia 9 Sep 1946 for a period of approx 12 months loan to the RN. He was expected to RTNZ after Sep 1947. Drafted to Bellona as Ordinary Seaman 2 Feb 1948 advanced to Able Seaman 13 Dec 1947 and sat the exam for Leading Seaman 4 Jun 1948. He then served at Philomel 16 Jun 1948–22 May 1949 followed by Tamaki 23 May 1947 to 14 May 1950. Drafted to Tutira 15 May 1950 advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Aug 1950. Sailed from Auckland NZ 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korean waters as one of the first two NZ ships opposed to the Communist aggression in Korea. Advanced to Leading Seaman 1 Aug 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served again in Bellona 7 Jun 1952–12 Jan 1953. Returned to Tamaki and advanced through to Petty Officer 20 Jan 1954. Went on Course to HMAS Cerberus 9 Jul–13 Dec 1954. Next served as Petty Officer Physical Training Instructor (PTI) in Philomel and also in Tamaki between 14 Dec 1954–31 Mar 1957. One report showed him as, “…superior in all ways while serving in this ship. In addition to being PTI he has also carried out the duties of Boys Instructor and made a first-class job of it. Mainly he is keen and enthusiastic and he has instilled this enthusiasm in the boys. They are very happy with him and through his natural leadership and superb example he has succeeded in raising their standards considerably. I can find no fault in this man either as a PTI or as an Instructor. Captain of the ship's rugby team and a very good player as well.” Also served in the Second Commission of Royalist in Japanese, Korean and Malaysian waters May 1956 to Jul 1957. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 1960 and British Empire Medal, NY Hons 1966. Discharged to RA on 27 Apr 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and KWSM. He later lived in Tauranga. |
| GORDON, Robert Frederick (Bob) | 207700 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born 24 Sep 1920. Served during WWII, embarked T43 Auckland 13 May 1943. Served in Fiji in 1 and 2 Heavy Bty, then in Coast details. RTNZ 4 Sep 1942. Re-embarked Wellington and disembarked Noumea. Served in 37 Fd Regt. RTNZ and Re-embarked on HMT 91 and entered Egypt 15 May 1945 and returned to NZ disembarking Lyttelton 31 Dec 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star Pacific Star Defence Medal War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Truck driver for C.J. Willis Christchurch. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNV via Sydney and deplaned NZ 23 May 1952. Served in Korea one year 166 days. Discharged 15 Jul 1952. Initially went to Christchurch on discharge. Enlisted in Regular Force. Died Blenheim, 6 Mar 1998. Brother-in-law to Lesley Vernon Joseph Bielski q.v and John Roger Wood q.v. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. A group of medals comprising 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM offered for auction by Dunbar Sloane, Wellington, 29 Apr 2014. |
| GORDON, Robert John | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 01/07/2053 | 22/08/2053 | Concert Party. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney with 7th Reinforcement personnel and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 22 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. |
| GORDON, Stuart | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 28/04/2055 | 27/09/2055 | Entertainer with NZ Concert Party who travelled to Korea. Born blind but did not expect his handicap to be an impediment to his enjoyment of the tour. A pianist and dance band leader, Mr Gordon also played the saxophone, piano accordion, mouth organ and tin whistle. Stated “It would be the greatest experience of his life” when selected for the NZ Concert Party to travel to Korea. Emplaned 28 Apr 1955 and deplaned Japan 1 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Sep 1955 for RTNZ and arrived in country 27 Sep 1955. |
| GORDON, Stuart Douglas | 207699 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born 30 Nov 1929. Came from Methven. Enlisted in KMB late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. ETD from Iwakuni was 21 May 1952 and arrived in NZ via Sydney. Completed the journey back to NZ by a Teal flight deplaning 23 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1952 and returned to Methven. Died Ashburton 6 Dec 1980. |
| GORE, George Ralph Manley | 204572 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/03/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born British Guyana, South America, 29 Mar 1928. Employed as a farm hand at Te Puke. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ From NZRTU 17 Mar 1953 and attached FAP to Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn. Failed to adhere to R&SOs and that cost time and money. M/O from NZ Base HQ, posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA, CTBA Brit Com Comm Z Sigs Sqn 28 Jun 1954. M/O 23 Aug 1954 from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Aug 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 26 Aug 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 185 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These two medals were lost and replaced at cost. Died Tauranga 27 Jul 1989 aged 70years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GORNALL, Percy | 11476 | Stoker | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Palmerston North on 3 Jan 1929. Factory hand before joining RNZN on 8 May 1947 as a Stoker 2nd Class. His first sea service was in Bellona. Also served in Arbutus, Arabis and Kaniere. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 May 1950–23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Later served in Kiama and in Bellona again. Reached rate of Leading Stoker Mechanic. DEE 7 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui, 8 Apr 1992 aged 63 years. Buried RSA section Aramoho Cemetery, Whanganui. |
| GORTON, Harold William | 208602 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born Invercargill 22 May 1928. Employed as a labourer at Southland Frozen Meat Co, Makarewa. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight (Ararangi) to Sydney. Continued by air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 29 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 163 Bty. Hospitalised twice 60 Ind Fd Amb 16 Jun 1953 and was discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 7 Aug 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll for RTNZ (Medical) 21 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. Served overseas one year 45 days. Discharged 18 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Living in Ashburton in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Ashburton, 1 Dec 2004, aged 76 years. |
| GORTON, Stuart MacGregor | 207905 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Invercargill 10 Jun 1927. Came from Dacre, Southland. Farm Labourer. Attested at Invercargill for service in Jayforce as Sapper in 5 Engr Coy with Service No 823258. Embarked for Japan Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and disembarked Japan 2 Aug 1947. Attached FAP 2 NZ Inf Bn 22 Aug 1947 and M/I to 5 Fd Coy NZE and CTBA 2 Bn NZ Inf 10 Mar 1948. M/O to 19 NZASC Coy, TSFD from NZE to NZASC 10 Mar 1948. TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Sep 1948 and embarked Japan for RTNZ. Disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948. Discharged 11 Dec 1948. Truck driver for M. Fahey a firewood supplier in Invercargill. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty probably as a gun number. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 19 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 220 days. Discharged 11 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Died Invercargill, 17 Apr 1995 aged 67 years. |
| GOSSE, Brian Robert | 15190 | Writer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born on 13 Dec 1937. Entered the RNZN 30 Sep 1954 as a Junior Writer 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. He then served in Irirangi 17 Apr 1956–8 Apr 1957. Drafted on 9 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Communication Division. Later served in Tamaki and advanced to Leading Writer on 21 Jul 1959. Also served in Wakefield, Tamaki, Irirangi, Taranaki and Philomel. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Writer on 25 Jul 1963 and to Petty Officer Writer on 25 Jul 1964. He completed further service in Pukaki, Wakefield and advanced to Acting Chief Petty Officer Writer (Local on 24 Mar 1966 and to Chief Petty Officer Writer on 1 Apr 1967. He continued to serve in Lachlan, Philomel COMAUCK, Taranaki, Wakefield and in NZ BSU in Singapore 25 Feb 1975. RTNZ about Feb 1977. Discharged to RA on 1 Apr 1977. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M). NZGSM (K) and Naval LS&GC Medal (13 Dec 1970). |
| GOULD, Horace (aka Harry) | 206168 | Staff Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/05/2051 | Born Hamilton 17 Feb 1923. Attested in the Army 15 Dec 1941. Served in 1st Wellington West Coast Regt (Service No 449060) and was TSFD to the RNZAF (Service No 4312704) 15 Sep 1943–26 Aug 1944. Promoted to Sergeant in Hostilities Only and was then TSFD back to the Army. Served overseas in 2 NZEF. Embarked 28 Sep 1944 and was in Italy by Oct 1944. Embarked Italy with NZ 5 Brigade for service in the Occupation force in Japan. Served in 2 NZ Div Cavalry. RTNZ 20 Apr 1947. Awarded Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Storeman for Union Steamship Coy, Wellington. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. To be Temporary Bombardier 14 Oct 1950, Temporary Sergeant 2 Nov 1950 and to be Sergeant, Temporary Staff Sergeant 7 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while holding appointment of Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant 1 Jan 1951. Served with 162 Bty in the Pusan area. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 7 Apr 1951 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged 21 Apr 1951 but remained on X(ii). List Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 21–30 Apr TSDFD to the NZ Roll 15 May 1951 and emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1951 for RTNZ. Returned via Aust Mil Forces Wing Repat Gen Hosp, Concord, Sydney Australia. Deplaned Auckland 25 May 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. RTNZ as a Warrant Officer 2nd Class for medical reasons. Served overseas 167 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Wellington. Discharged 31 Jul 1951. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 19 Sep 2009 aged 86 years. |
| GOULD, James Nicholas | 204058 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 14/03/2053 | Born Auckland 13 Dec 1927. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni 9 Sep 1951. Admitted hospital in Nagoya. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 8 Oct 1951. Embarked Sasebo 19 Nov 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 21 Nov 1951 and was posted to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Mar 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 3 Apr 1952 and was TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot from where he has discharged. Did not return to 10 Tpt Coy. Posted to NZ Base HQ 17 Jun 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 22 Sep 1952. Admitted to Swedish Hosp 29 Sep 1952 and discharged 8 Oct direct to unit. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 18 Oct 1952 and to Corporal 27 Nov 1952. M/O NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 23 Dec 1952. M/I NZ base HQ 28 Dec 1952 and CTBA to 10 Tpt Coy. TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Feb 1952. Emplaned for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These two medals offered in Military Memorabilia catalogue Feb 1999. Attested 30 Jan 1963 in the RNZN in the General Duties Branch but terminated his service at his own request 16 Nov 1963. Died Auckland 20 Nov 1990 aged 63 years. |
| GOURLAY, Percy Donald | 15211 | Writer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Rotorua 19 Jul 1937. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RNZN on 30 Sep 1954 as a Junior Writer 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki followed by Philomel where he advanced to Provisional Writer on 19 Jan 1955. His first sea service was in Bellona, then Lachlan before returning to Bellona 25 Jun–4 Sep 1955. He served in Philomel and advanced to Writer 19 Sep 1955 then served in Tamaki 10 Nov 1955–2 May 1957. Drafted to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean on the Second Commission of the ship. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and was drafted to Black Prince 19 Sep 1958–13 May 1959 which he joined no doubt after leave. Later served in Philomel, Tamaki and in Pukaki where he advanced to Acting Leading Writer 17 Mar 1961, but he reverted to Writer on 17 Jan 1962. Served in Philomel 24 Sep 1962 and advanced to Acting Leading Writer on 1 Dec 1962. DEE 18 Jul 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GOW, John Jefferson | 206999 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 07/10/2055 | Attested in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Commissioned 14 Jun 1953. Promoted Lieutenant, 14 Jun 1954. Temporary Captain, while employed as HQ Captain, 1 Oct 1954. Promoted Captain, 29 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Oct 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 7 Oct 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Emergency Force and was TSFD to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, on 24 Jan 1956. |
| GRACE, Colin Edwin | 204411 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 27/03/2055 | Born Palmerston North 30 Sep 1929. Dry cleaner employed by Select Dry Cleaners Morrinsville. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 27 Aug 1952. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 4 Jan–15 Feb 1953 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier (Troop Tara NCO) 1 Sep 1953, Temporary Bombardier 7 Oct 1953 (Tara Bombardier) and to Temporary Sergeant 6 Mar 1954 (Tara Sergeant). M16 Fd Regt to NZRTU and TSPD to X(v) List 18 Oct 1954. Posted to Brit Com Salvage & Disposals Unit 25 Oct 1954. Promoted Sergeant 24 Jan 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Mar 1955 and deplaned Auckland 27 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 222 days. Discharged From Kayforce 25 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These were sent 24 Aug 1956 and returned to Base Records. Re-sent 24 Jul 1947 as registered package No.895. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| GRACE, Milton | 551316 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/12/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Came from Ruatoria? Enlisted in Kayforce on 28 Jul 1954. Emplaned Whenuapai 14 Dec 1954 and departed on RNZAF Hastings aircraft and arrived at Iwakuni, Japan, 16 Dec 1954. Entered Korea and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 5 Apr 1956 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni on 5 May 1956 for RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings flight through Guam, Manus Island and Brisbane to deplane Auckland on 8 May 1956. Discharged 26 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1076 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Ruatoria. Medals sold on TradeMe Oct 2011, then offered for sale by Military Memorabilia in Nov 2011. |
| GRACIE, Albert Roderick | 462902 | Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Huntly 30 Oct 1935. Was serving as a Trooper in 1 Armd Regt when he applied for entry to RNZN in Aug 1956.TSFD from the NZ Army to RNZN 27 Sep 1956. Granted the rate of Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class. Drafted to Royalist 1 May 1957. HMNZS Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Mechanician (Engineering) 27 Jun 1957 and to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 7 Jul 1958. Also served in Black Prince, Rotoiti, Kaniere and Black Prince again. Advance to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 5 Aug 1960. Served in Otago in Malayan waters Jun–Nov 1963. Was awarded NGSM (M) in error and this had to be returned. The correct medal, the GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ was issued. Served Royalist again and also Inverell and Taranaki. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 27 Sep 1971. Promoted Weapons Mechanic (Engineer) 2nd Class 1 Feb 1972. Discharged to RA 15 Sep 1976. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Later lived in Queensland Australia. |
| GRAHAM Leslie James Lawrence | 14087 | Acting Petty Officer Electrician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Linwood, Christchurch 13 Jan 1935. Employed as an apprentice electrician before he entered the RNZN 24 Jan 1952 as Junior Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class (EM2). He served in Tamaki, Philomel and Irirangi before he was sent on course to HMAS Cerberus in Australia 9 May 1952. On RTNZ he was drafted to Black Prince 29 Jan 1952 advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 13 Apr 1953. Also served in Bellona 15 Sep 1954 and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 15 Apr 1955. Again, went to HMAS Cerberus 20 Oct 1953 and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician 15 Jun 1956 and RTNZ 7 Mar 1957. Drafted 30 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Asia. Was in Korean waters for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician (Local) 18 Feb 1958 and to Acting Petty Officer Electrician 18 Jul 1958 just after his return to NZ. Sent to the UK in Mar 1959 and was a member of the crew that brought Taranaki to NZ during Sep–Oct 1961. Also served in Otago 6 Aug 1962–30 Mar 1964. DEE 29 Nov 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Not known whether he qualified for GSM 1962 ‘Malay Peninsula’ or the Naval LS&GC Medal. |
| GRAHAM, Ashley Stewart | 206170 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Ranfurly, Central Otago 29 Apr 1928. Exchange Clerk, P&T Dept Eastbourne. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to RNZ Sigs Troop and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt while in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component–G Troop) and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 11 Aug 1951. M/I (NZ Base HQ) and CTBA to 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to L of C Indep Sigs Sqn 29 Oct 1951. TSFD to NZ Roll and CTBA L of C Indep Sigs Sqn 25 May 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 27 May–5 Jun 1952 and remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 21 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 14 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1077 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Ranfurly. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Ranfurly 13 Aug 1982 aged 54 years. |
| GRAHAM, Cedric McLeod | 204707 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 21/11/2054 | Born Te Kuiti 16 Jul 1927. Enlisted in Kayforce 11 Aug 1953. Shepherd and farmhand for R.E. Nelson, Te Aroha. Emplaned Auckland 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and onwards to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 19 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 23 Feb 1954. Promoted TARA (Technical Assistant RA) Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Jul 1954; Temporary Bombardier TARA 2 Sep 1954; Bombardier 6 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and M/O from NZ Base HQ to Pusan on 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas 285 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Dec 1954. Died Ohaupo, 29 Jun 2005 aged 77 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GRAHAM, Clifford Bryce | 1655 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Hamilton 15 Jun 1923. Employed as a spray painter helper before he entered the NZ Division of the Royal Navy on 11 Oct 1938 as a Boy 2nd Class. Served in Philomel and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 22 Apr 1939. In Jun 1939 he also qualified as a Bugler. Drafted to HMS Achilles 29 Aug 1939 and was present at the Battle of the River Plate on 13 Dec 1939 the first NZ unit to open fire on a German enemy. He was 16 years old at the time. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 15 Jun 1941. Served in HMS Drake (shore station) 20 Aug 1941–23 Feb 1942 and briefly at HMS Pembroke to HMS Scarab (advanced to Able Seaman 24 Feb 1942) which was sailed to NZ (or nearly) but it ran short of coal between Suva and Auckland and had to be towed into Auckland. Back in NZ Cliff was in Philomel 21 Nov 1942–11 May 1943. Drafted to Kiwi 12 May–6 Jul 1943 and was then drafted to Leander 7 Jul 1943. Uncertain when he joined Leander as she was hit by a Japanese torpedo in the Solomon Islands and was patched sufficiently to sail for Auckland for temporary repairs Leander was then sent onto the Boston shipyards, USA for major repairs and re-arming. Several of her crew were sent onto Britain where they joined Achilles, Cliff being among them from 8 Jan 1944 to 11 Aug 1944. Drafted to HMS Defiance (torpedo training school) 12 Aug 1944 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) 24 Aug 1944. His posting card next shows Cliff serving in LST 420 at HMS Braganza (Bombay–now Mumbai) 27 Jan 1945–10 Dec 1945. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 25 Apr 1945 and to Acting Petty Officer (Permanent) 25 Oct 1945. He was back in Philomel by the end of the year. Advanced to Petty Officer (Temporary) on 25 Apr 1946. Served in ML1184 Tamaki and Philomel again. Drafted to Tutira as Petty Officer 16 Sep 1949. Drafted to Pukaki 12 Mar 1950 which was his last ship. Sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. DEE 31 Mar 1952. Later went to Melbourne and then in 1973 was in Darwin. No medallic awards are shown on his posting cards but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star (‘Burma’ clasp), War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Otahuhu. Auckland 25 Mar 95 |
| GRAHAM, Donald Andrew | 13368 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington 27 Mar 1935. Entered the RNZN 15 Jun 1950 straight from school as Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 21 Dec 1950. Drafted to Bellona 8 May–17 Aug 1951 for his first sea service. Drafted to Kaniere 18 May–9 Nov 1951 but returned to Bellona 10 Nov 1951–25 May 1952. Drafted to Hawea 30 May 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Served in Philomel 2 Nov 1954 and advanced to Able Seaman on 27 Nov 1953. Drafted to Irirangi 6 Apr–25 Jul 1954 and returned to Philomel briefly on his way to HMAS Watson to attend training courses 29 Jul–5 Dec 1954. On RTNZ he served in HDL P3552 for three weeks before returning to Philomel. Later served in Lachlan, Black Prince 11 Oct 1957–14 Sep 1958, Royalist 15 Sep 1959–12 Jun 1960 then to Tamaki 3 Jun 1960–8 Mar 1961. DEE from Philomel 21 Mar 1961. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRAHAM, George Onslow | 13514 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born India 24 Aug 1919. Royal Navy officer on loan to the RNZN for two and a half years. Served in the Merchant Navy 1937–39. Reservist Royal Navy 1939 served during WWII. Promoted from Sub-Lieutenant to Lieutenant, 11 Jul 1942. Awarded Mention in Despatches (London Gazette, 11 Jun 1942, p.2510). Awarded Distinguished Service Cross (London Gazette, 8 Sep 1942). Bar to the DSC (London Gazette, 14 Dec 1943, p.5432). “For great courage and resolution in action with enemy submarines (Italian submarine Nereide off Taranto on 13 Jul 1943) while serving in HMS Echo”. Involved in providing men and cover for clandestine landings on the west coast of Korea. Mention in Despatches, 4 Apr 1944 (London Gazette, Supplement 31 Mar 1944 p.1555). London Gazette records a home location as Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset. Loaned to RNZN 1948-1953. Commanded Hawea on its delivery voyage from the UK to NZ Appointed Commander of Rotoiti on the second deployment to Korea. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952. The ship steamed 58,000 miles during this deployment. Awarded 2nd bar to Distinguished Service Cross (London Gazette, 19 May 1953, p.2765). Also MBE, MID. Returned to the Royal Navy. The Queen has been graciously pleased to give unrestricted permission for the wearing of the following decoration bestowed by the President of the United States of America for distinguished services during the operations in Korea, Legion of Merit Degree of Legionnaire (London Gazette, 26 Apr 1955 p.2418). Royal Malaysian Navy 1958–60. Retired from RN 24 Aug 1964. Died 4 Dec 1994. |
| GRAHAM, James McGowan | 206482 | Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/09/2051 | 28/10/2053 | Born Wellington on 5 Feb 1928. Grocer from Palmerston North. Served in Kayforce 1951–54. Graduated from Kayforce OCTU, 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Emplaned Wellington 19 Sep 1951 on Teal flying boat for passage to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Sep 1951. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer 162 Bty, 23 Jun 1952. Temporary Captain while employed as a Troop Commander, 6 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 13 Jan 1954 and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. |
| GRAHAM, John Norman | 591384 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Palmerston North 26 Sep 1930. Employed As a barman–porter before he entered the RNZN on 25 Sep 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and was drafted to Black Prince 16 Mar 1953. Marked as RUN 26 Oct 1953 but was back in Philomel 8 Dec 1953 and shown as Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Black Prince 6 Jan 1954 but again marked as RUN 1 Aug 1954 and removed from the Ship’s Books the same day. Not recovered until 7 Nov 1955. He may have been employed as a freezer hand during his absence from the RNZN. Back serving in Philomel 22 Nov 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 3 Feb 1956 advanced to Able Seaman 1 Apr 1956 and sailed from Auckland the same day to serve in SE Asia and in Korean waters. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but he remained in this vessel until returning to Philomel on 2 Sep 1957. Drafted to Irirangi 21 Oct 1957–21 Sep 1958. Served in Royalist 22 Sep 1958–13 Jan 1959 before returning to Irirangi 14 Jan 1959–4 Sep 1960. DEE 24 Sep 1960. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGEM (K), NZDSM (R). |
| GRAHAM, Kenneth Donald | 32870 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born Lower Hutt 6 Feb 1926. Served in the Interim Army and BCOF Japan (815601, Private, HQ Base, next-of-kin Mrs I.M. Graham (mother) Lower Hutt.) Sailed from NZ 13 Jul 1947 entered Japan 2 Aug 1947. Served in Bn and also in NZ Tokyo Bn. RTNZ disembarking Auckland 10 Aug 1948. Posted to the RF 8 Sep 1948 served initially in CMD Training Camp, Linton. After initial training M/O to Whangaparaoa posting as a Gunner to 9 Coast Regt. Served as a Limber Gunner. M/I CD Training Depot Waiouru as a Bombardier and TSFD 15 Nov 1951 to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcement. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar 1952 and entered Korea 26 Mar 1952 RNZA Instructor promoted Temporary Sergeant 1 Jul 1952. His service record gives little indication of work done in Korea apart from instruction. Promoted Sergeant, Temporary Staff Sergeant 26 Oct 1952. Did not show any R&R Leave in theatre. Promoted Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 23 Sep 1953 and to Warrant Officer 2nd Class 12 Apr 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(v) List (Instructor). Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 and deplaned Wellington 25 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea two years 117 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 1 Apr 1955 and reposted to Regular Force for discharge. Discharged from the Army 28 Apr 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 46–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died in Australia 23 Jun 2010 aged 84 years. |
| GRAHAM, Kevin Peter | 208725 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Gore, Southland 24 Dec 1926. Labourer, Nelson & Co Ltd, Westport. Attested 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA in Burnham Camp. Twice AWOL while in training. Emplaned Auckland 14 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan air via Darwin, Manila and deplaned Iwakuni 17Aug 1952. He did not adhere to Standing or Routine Orders and rapidly built his catalogue of offences which delayed his entry to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 19 Apr 1953, M/I 16 Fd Regt and CTBA CATC Inchon 5 May 1953. Had difficulty adjusting to military life and handling ammunition aggravated his back pain. Further disregard for R&SOs and was committed to CDN Detention Barracks for 27 days for wilful damage to Army property. Released direct to 16 Fd Regt 8 Sep 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 and deplaned Wellington 26 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 286 days. Medically reboarded Dunedin 18 Jun 1954 and remained an out-patient for treatment until discharged from Kayforce 8 Nov 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1079 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Dunedin. Died Dunedin, 14 Oct 2005 aged 78 years. |
| GRAHAM, Lance Thomas | 211236 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 21/10/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Previous service in the Australian Army. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 30 Oct 1953. He served in this unit for his entire time in Korea. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD tot the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Discharged 12 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| GRAHAM, Maurice Selwyn | 12048 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Hamilton 1 Dec 1927. Employed as a driver before he entered the RNZN on 27 May 1948 as a Stoker. His initial training was in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 29 Sep 1948 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 27 Mar 1949. Served in Philomel 30 Sep 1950–18 Jan 1951. Drafted to Hawea 19 Jan 1951 to 11 Mar 1952. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane arriving Auckland 8 Mar 1952. On RTNZ served in Philomel 12 Mar 1952 and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 14 Mar 1952. Drafted to Bellona 30 May 1952 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 14 Mar 1953. DEE 26 May 1954. Awarded Korean Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton, 1 Mar 2001 aged 73 years. |
| GRAHAM, Neil Archibald | 13668 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Napier 17 Oct 1934. Employed by NZ Post & Telegraph Department before he entered the RNZN 24 May 1951 as Boy 2nd Class. His training was in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class 29 Nov 1951. Drafted to Bellona on 8 Apr 1952 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 17 Apr 1952. Sent to HMAS Cerberus for training courses 14 Feb–24 Apr 1953 and returned to Philomel 25 Apr 1954 with the classification as Gun Layer (GL) 3rd Class. Advanced to Able Seaman 17 May 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve in SE Asia and in Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but remained in Pukaki until 23 Feb 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Drafted to Philomel 24 Feb–12 Oct 1955 and it appears that he took passage in Bellona to Australia to attend another course at HMAS Cerberus 23 Oct–24 Dec 1955. On RTNZ served briefly in Philomel (probably took his Christmas leave during the period) and was drafted to Stawell 25 Jan–6 Mar 1956. Served again in Philomel and changed his trade to become a Sailmaker’s Mate 1 Sep 1956. Drafted to Royalist 11 Feb 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to Singapore and Malaya, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. Served in the Sailmaker Division. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Later went to live in NSW, Australia. |
| GRAHAM, Raymond David (Ray) | 12065 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Moera, Lower Hutt on 12 Oct 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN 27 May 1948. Served in Tamaki 27 May 1948–Jan 1949 then drafted to Philomel 25 Jan 1949 prior to being drafted to Pukaki 8 Feb 1949–Apr 1950. Radar Operator. Drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951 to 11 Mar 1952. Left NZ 8 Feb 1951 for service in Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast on patrol and escort duties. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane arriving Auckland 8 Mar 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, also KWSM. Later served in Black Prince 15 Jan 1953 to 3 Oct 1954. DEE 11 Oct 1954. Living at Matamata 2004. |
| GRAHAM, Raymond Thomas | 206278 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born 14 Mar 1928. Came from Thames? Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in training in Waiouru. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun crew 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas flight via Guam to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1080 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Thames. Died Rotorua, 28 May 2001. |
| GRAINER, Patrick John | 211375 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Ashburton 1 Oct 1925. Labourer at Farrell’s Electro-Plating Co, Wellington. Attested 16 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Oct 1954 for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Oct 1954, entered Korea the next day and M/I to his unit 22 Oct 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 2 Feb 1955 and was discharged to his unit 7 Mar 1955. Committed several discipline breaches and earned 21 days Field Punishment. Committed more offences and was in detention or in hospital. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Base HQ 12 Nov 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 2 Dec 1955 and was discharged to unit 20 Dec 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ12 Mar 1956, TSFD to the NZ Roll and M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Mar 1956. Embarked Kure, Japan 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 51 days but lost 127 days because of detentions. Discharged 23 May 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GRAINGER, Lyall McKenzie | 203890 | Sergeant | LAD RNZEME | RNZEME | 25/11/2050 | 10/09/2051 | Born Kaponga, Taranaki, 4 Dec 1914. Previous service in the Army during WWII with Service No 2955. Left NZ as a Private in 18 Auckland Battalion in the First Echelon. Left Papakura Camp by train for Wellington to board HMNZT Z4 (Otherwise known as the Orient liner Orion) on 5 Jan 1940. Sailed 6 Jan 1940 with three other liners and escorted by HMS Ramillies and HMAS Canberra bound for Egypt. In early 1943 18 Bn became 18 Bn Armoured Regt. Trooper L. McK. Grainger RTNZ on furlough in Jul 1943 and was one of those Court Martialled for refusing to return to the Middle East. Motor mechanic for Ted Wild, Motor engineers, Tuakau. His WWII awards probably include 1939–45 Star, Africa Star the War medal and the NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Served in Advance Party No.2, MV Ganges which contained several light vehicles, all the guns, some 10 tons of tentage and 170 tons of ammunition. Photographed on board Ganges just prior to departure on 25 Nov 1950 as a member of the Advance Party. Disembarked Pusan 15 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Jan 1951 to Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 29 Jan 1951 and to Warrant Officer 2nd Class 28 Feb 1951. By 11 Feb 1951 he was at NZ Base HQ, Pusan. Vehicle Mechanic Workshop Detachment, Force HQ. On TOD to 16 Fd Regt 5–16 Apr 1951. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 24 Aug 1951 for medical evacuation to RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 10 Sep 1951. Served overseas 290 days. Discharged 7 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals sent to Whanganui. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1082 was sent to his given address in Whanganui 22 Mar 1957 but was returned to Base Records where it remains. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRANDISON, Archibald Keith | 203732 | Craftsman | LAD RNZEME | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Invercargill during 1928. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while training in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manilla. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Fitter in Fd Regt pool and was also attached to C Troop, 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea to Sydney. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 6 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Rotorua 27 Sep 2015 aged 87 years. |
| GRANGER, Francis John Sherwood | 0 | Mr | — | Concert Party | 01/07/2053 | 22/08/2053 | Concert Party performer. He was a singer and comedian. He had toured New Zealand, New South Wales and Queensland with the Australian Revue Company. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned in country 22 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served on this tour for 53 days. |
| GRANICH, Owen Trevor | 331460 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt Sigs Section | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Auckland 20 Jan 1931. Labourer and driver for Lines Bros., Tamaki, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 26 Aug 1953 as an RNZA Signaller. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 30 Jun 1954; Temporary Bombardier 6 Sep 1954 and to Bombardier 7 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Sydney to deplane Auckland 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 101 days. Discharged 11 Jan 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Otara 3 Aug 1976 aged 45 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Note on the remnant of his re constituted file states the original file was sent to another section in 1978 and is now lost. |
| GRANKVIST, James Henry | 204412 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Rotorua 17 Jan 1929. Timber worker for Winstones, Auckland. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Posted to RNZA 14 May 1952 while in Papakura. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 27 Aug 1952. Served in C Troop, 162 Bty. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 8 Mar 1954 and was discharged to unit 11 Mar 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to the NZ Roll 29 Mar 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 1 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam and Port Moresby to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 254 days. Discharged 28 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Died 5 Feb 1997 aged 68 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRANT, Donald | 203754 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Whangarei 26 Oct 1927. Came from Tikipunga in the Kamo area Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Driver Field Regiment. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 26 Apr 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 15 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1085 was sent to his given address in Whangarei on 22 Mar 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRANT, Kahui | 552035 | Driver | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/10/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Te Reinga north of Gisborne 16 Mar 1931. Left school at age 14. Labourer at Matawai. Served in 7th Intake of CMT. M/O on TSFR to Kayforce. Attested in Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Posted to RNZASC while in Waiouru Camp. Sent to Burnham Camp for Corps Training, Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 as Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. TSFD from RNZASC to RNZA 28 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Nov 1953, entered Korea 20 Nov 1953 and M/I to his unit that day. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 2–21 Dec 1953. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy for D&M Course 6–11 Jun 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked New Australia 10 Nov 1954 and sailed for Australia. Deplaned Auckland 23 Nov 1954 from Teal (Flight 6) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 35 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 14 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit 1 Hawkes Bay Regt on return from Korea. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GRANT, Michael | 11817 | Temporary Senior Commissioned Electrical Officer (Local) | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/10/2051 | Born Cork, Eire, 22 Feb 1904. Fitter & Turner. Enlisted in the Royal Navy with Service No MX45498. Commended by the Admiralty 27 Oct 1931 for mechanical improvement to Gyroscope. Served in Achilles 9 Apr–6 Sep 1936; Philomel 7 Sep 1936–11 Nov 1938; Achilles 12 Nov 1938–28 Mar 1939 and then returned to Britain. Awarded British Empire Medal principally for efficiently maintaining the Fire Control equipment in Renown during the period 1939–1941. Promoted Temporary Acting Warrant Electrician 11 Jul 1945. RTNZ in Bellona 16 Dec 1946. TSFD to RNZN 12 Aug 1948. Engaged on instructional duties in Black Prince before joining Rotoiti. Drafted to Rotoiti 2 Oct 1950, Temporary Senior Commissioned Electrical Officer. Awarded Distinguished Service Cross, Second Supplement dated 20 May 1952 to London Gazette, dated 23 May 1952, p.2787. “During a check sweep of the mined area off the Haeju Estuary on the West coast of Korea, an area of strong tides that was known to contain mines, carried out by two Republic of Korea Naval Minesweepers under my direction, I found it necessary, because of their defective compass equipment to vector these ships continuously from my plot. The language difficulty made essential that one of my officers should sail in each minesweeper to ensure that all directions were carried out. However, I could not man the plot, the bridge and both sweepers with an Executive Officer and Mr Grant (senior commissioned Electrical Officer (L), Royal New Zealand Navy) readily volunteered to accept the responsibility for the direction of one minesweeper. He coolly accepted the danger of this task and resolutely over a period of a fortnight in the face of many frustrations and difficulties brought it to a successful conclusion…” On RTNZ he was drafted to Bellona on 9 Jun 1952 and was on the cruise to India when he died 6 Aug 1952 (heart attack) in his cabin while the ship was in Bombay. Buried Sewri Christian Cemetery, Bombay. Discharged Dead 1 Sep 1952. Awarded DSC, BEM, 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Atlantic Star, War Medal, Korea Medal UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRANT, Michael | 206169 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Papatoetoe. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Photographed cleaning his rifle mid-1951. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 23 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned from Teal flight on 30 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 28 Oct 1952. Entitled to NSOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Te Puke, 3 Nov 1995. |
| GRANT, Ronald Leighton | 206483 | Temporary Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Taumarunui 23 Mar 1925. Served during WWII in the RNZAF with Service No 4312796. Served in NZ for one year 355 days. Served overseas, Lauthala Bay, Fiji, from 3 Aug 1945–19 Jun 1946. Also had reserve service 19 Oct 1949 tp 7 May 1952. Highest rank achieved Leading Aircraftman. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Prior to Korea he was employed as a Telegraphist at Post & Telegraph Office in Upper Hutt. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 30 Jun 1951 Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 22 Aug 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 Sep–13 Oct 1951 but was re-admitted 15–17 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Oct 1931. Embarked Sasebo 26 Oct for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 29 Oct 1951 and M/I to his unit. Attached FAP L of C In dep Sigs Sqn 29 Oct to 13 Nov 1951 Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 24–27 Dec 1951. Promoted Corporal 14 May 1952. M/O to NZRTU 27 Aug 1952. Emplaned for RTNZ as a potential instructor for Kayforce. Deplaned Auckland 13 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney (Instructor). Served overseas one year 44 days. Attended Potential Instructors Course at Waiouru 13 Oct–14 Nov 1952. Returned to Papakura Camp. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 16 Jan 1953. M/O from Papakura Camp to Burnham for supplementation of Staff 5 May 1953. Did not return to Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch, 6 Jul 1996 aged 71 years. |
| GRANTHAM, John Douglas | 14862 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Te Kuiti 3 Apr 1938. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 30 Jul 1953 and underwent training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 25 Jun 1954. His first sea service was in Black Prince 4 Oct 1954–20 Sep 1955 followed by service in Kaniere 21 Sep 1955–16 Jan 1956 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 3 Oct 1955. After a short spell in Philomel, he was drafted again to Kaniere 6 Feb 1956 and left NZ in Apr 1956 to serve in that ship in Korean and Malayan waters. Advanced to Able Seaman on 7 Dec 1956 while overseas. On RTNZ May 1957 he was drafted to Philomel on 15 Nov 1957 and served there until drafted to Royalist 22 Sep 1958–28 Jul 1959. He later served in Royalist a second time, Irirangi, Lachlan and Takapu. His final sea service was in Lachlan to which he was drafted on 6 Feb 1962. DEE 16 Apr 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and NZDSM. Later served in the General Duties Branch of the RNZN 28 Mar 1975–14 Nov 1975. |
| GRAY, Allan William | 1531 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Invercargill 3 Jun 1922. Employed as a garage hand before he entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 6 Oct 1937. Underwent training in Philomel 6 Oct 1937–28 Sep 1938 and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 9 Apr 1938. Drafted 29 Sep 1948 to HMS Leander (the ship was NZ Division of the RN until 1 Oct 1941). The greatest part of his WWII service was in Leander and was involved in Nov 1940 in the sinking of the Italian commerce raider Ramb 1 in the Indian Ocean. Leander also served in the Mediterranean and was in action against German and Italian aircraft and Vichy French large destroyers. Leander returned to NZ and took part in the Pacific naval campaigns. In the Solomon Islands, during the Battle of Kolombangara in Jul 1943 Leander was struck by a Japanese ‘Long Lance’ torpedo and was severely damaged. Her crew managed to keep her afloat and eventually got back to Tulagi where basic repairs were made. The ship then came back to Devonport, but the capabilities of the dockyard were not sufficient to make full repairs, so the ship was sailed to Boston. Once in Boston many of the crew were transported to the UK where the Achillies was nearing the completion of repairs she had sustained. During his time in Leander Allan Gray had progressed to Petty Officer by Sep 1943. He served in Achilles 8 Jan–30 Jun 1944, HMS Drake (shore station) St Brides Bay (frigate), Cormorant and Drake again. RTNZ and was in Philomel circa 19 Feb 1946. Served in ML 1184 8 Feb–10 Jun 1947 then Tamaki 11 Jun 1947–2 Feb 1949, Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 10 Dec 1948. Drafted to Bellona 3 Feb 1948–12 Sep 1950. He also served in Tamaki and Philomel 1950 and was rotated between Pegasus, Kiwi and Tui until drafted to Pukaki 28 May 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Asia. He returned to NZ 28 Sep 1954. Served in Philomel and Hawea and then served in HMS Viti 1 Oct 1955–16 Dec 1958. Discharged to RA 2 Jun 1959. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal. Awarded British Empire Medal QB Hons 1954. Later Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Hastings or Napier 4 May 2010 aged 88 years. |
| GRAY, Colin Douglas | 11091 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Waipukurau 24 Nov 1929. Enlisted 15 Nov 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. His early service was nearly all in the big ships of the RNZN. Served in Achilles (Boy 2nd class) Gambia (Boy 1st class) this service took him to Japan where he served in Chinese and Japanese waters. Next served in Bellona as Ordinary Seaman. Served in Kiwi Sep 1948 to May 1949. Drafted to HMAS Cerberus for a course. He was also drafted to HMAS Warrego (sloop) circa Jul–23 Oct 1949. Served in Lachlan 24 Oct 1949–24 Aug 1951. Drafted to Hawea on 22 May 1952–29 Oct 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. DEE 28 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49. Died Wellington, 26 Feb 1999 aged 70 years. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRAY, Desmond Ian | 206881 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Masterton 7 Aug 1929. Driver for Transport (Wairarapa) Ltd, Masterton. Attested 15 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Accidentally injured in a road accident, Admitted 8063 (Norwegian) MASH 26 Nov 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged from Brit Com Convalescent Trg Unit 16 Mar 1953. (Injury to back) M/I NZRTU 19 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Jun 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 9 May 1953 then to 25 Canadian FDS and to Brit Com Gen Hosp, 15 May 1953. Discharged to NZ Base Camp 22 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 11 Jul 1953 then to Temporary Bombardier 1 Sep 1953. Admitted C.D.S. Tokyo 22–28 Sep 1953 and was posted to his unit. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 23 Dec 1953 and to Sergeant 4 Feb 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey home to deplane Wellington 2 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 28 Jun 1954. Died 30 Jul 2020 aged 90 years. |
| GRAY, Edmund John | 206778 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 30/06/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Came from Castlecliff, Whanganui. Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight.) Emplaned Auckland 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued on by civil air and deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan on 2 Jul 1952. Posted from NZRTU to Div HQ Tpt Pl. He may have served some time in 10 Tpt Coy. Embarked Sasebo 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere and arrived in Auckland on 2 Mar 1954. One of 17 who RTNZ in this ship. Discharged from Kayforce 4 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1091 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Whanganui. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRAY, John Findlay | 12548 | Ordnance Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Buckie, Banff, Glasgow, Scotland 19 Oct 1920. Enlisted in the Royal Navy on 12 Nov 1941 with Service No P/SMX703. Discharged from Royal Navy 28 Dec 1948. Served on loan in Leander 27 Feb 1943–23 May 1944 then served in Achilles until 11 Nov 1947. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, clasp ‘France & Germany’, Pacific Star, ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal 1939–45. Ordnance Artificer 2nd Class. Served in Bellona Jun 1949 to Jul 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 to 19 Mar 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 1 Jun 1953, p.3014). Mention in Despatches Certificate and Oak Leaf emblem despatched to the recipient 24 May 1954. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. On RTNZ was drafted to Black Prince. Later served again in Bellona, Hawea, Rotoiti, Royalist where he was regarded as, “A conscientious and cheerful OA [Ordnance Artificer] who has taken a keen interest in Royalist equipment has carried out the duties of A[cting]/ Weapons Chief OA very satisfactorily.” and Black Prince. Travelled to the UK in Nov 1959 and was a crewman bringing Otago back to NZ. Navy rep for football, golf and tennis. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 14 Nov 1956. Discharged to RA 11 Nov 1963. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| GRAY, Lance Frederick (Warihi) | 204216 | Gunner | — | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 04/04/2052 | This man was a puzzlement. Served in the Home Guard in Patutahi, Gisborne 1943–45. Previously enlisted under the assumed name Wharehinga, Warihi Tauhore and allotted the Regimental number 203924. He tried to enlist in Kayforce under name of GRAY, Warihi and was given a second number. 204216 for service with the Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. M/I Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Was riding a bike, fell off and hospitalised with a dislocated hip and returned to NZ. He never went to Korea and is not entitled to any awards for Korean service. He also claimed he was a Gunner in the Kayforce 9th Reinforcements as 211296 Gunner Wallace Tauhore. Died 16 Sep 1996. His RSA headstone shows he served in Jayforce and Kayforce and gives his age as 69 years. His name in its variations has not been found in 2 NZEF Embarkation Rolls No.15 or 16. So his headstone is probably incorrect. |
| GRAY, Leonard Donald | 15306 | Junior Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born on 12 Sep 1939. Entered the RNZN on 27 Jan 1955 as a Boy 2nd Class and underwent initial training in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 27 Jun 1955 and to Junior Seaman on 12 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere on 12 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in SE Asian, Japanese and Korean waters serving mainly on the Korean west coast. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 12 Mar 1957. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957. Back in NZ he underwent further training in Philomel and Kaniere. Drafted to Kaniere 26 Nov 1957–24 Jun 1959. Advanced to Able Seaman on 12 Apr 1958. He then served in Endeavour 24 Jun 1959–4 Jul 1960 and went to Antarctica on one of the supply voyages. Back in NZ he served in Philomel and was sent to HMAS Watson to attend further courses from 11 Aug–10 Dec 1960. RTNZ on 10 Dec 1960 and was sent from Philomel on 6 Jan 1961 to Maori in the UK as a member for the crew of Taranaki. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 1 Oct 1961. Drafted to Taranaki on 27 Mar 1961–5 Mar 1962. Advanced to Leading Seaman on 1 Oct 1962. He then served in Philomel until drafted to Rotoiti 11 Mar 1963. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) on 2 Nov 1962 but relinquished this rate on 1 Feb 1962. He later served inter alia Kiama, Kahawai, Waikato, Wakefield, Philomel, Tamaki, Canterbury and Otago. He progressed steadily to Acting Petty Officer again 13 Feb 1964, Petty Officer 13 Feb 1965, Acting Regulating Coxswain on 5 Jul 1965, Acting Chief Petty Officer 15 Mar 1966, Regulating Coxswain 5 Jul 1966, Acting Master at Arms 5 Jul 1966 and Master at Arms 1 Jan 1971. DEE 12 Sep 1976. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM, NZDSM and PJM. Most of these were issued in 2003 with the NZDSM issued in 2011. |
| GRAY, Trevor Wallace | 1325 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Masterton 11 Jun 1919. Employed as shop assistant before he entered the navy as a Boy 2nd Class. Enlisted in the NZ Division, Royal Navy on 30 May 1935. His initial training was conducted in Philomel. Drafted to HMS Dunedin 26 May 1936, Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 10 Dec 1936. Drafted to Leander 30 Apr 1937–18 May 1938. Advanced to Able Seaman on 10 Dec 1937. Drafted to Achilles 19 May 1938–5 Jun 1940 and took part in the Battle of the River Plate against the German pocket battleship the Graf Spee on 13 Dec 1939. He then spent 6 Jun–31 Jul 1940 in HMAS Cerberus before returning to Philomel and then to the Achillies again from 7 Aug 1940 to 6 Apr 1942 being involved on convoy protection tasks. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 5 Apr 1942. He attended further courses at HMAS Cerberus 7 Apr–13 May 1942. In Philomel 14 May 1942 and was drafted to Moa 30 Jul 1942. This small ship was then based at HMNZS Cook II in the Solomon Islands and was involved with her sister ship the Kiwi, in the sinking of the Japanese submarine I–1 on 29 Jan 1943. Moa was shortly thereafter bombed and sunk by Japanese aircraft in Tulagi harbour. Trevor survived this attack and was returned to NZ and to Philomel. Awarded a Mention In Despatches for his work in this action and also received a Letter of Commendation from the USA. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) 14 Jul 1943. Served in Tamaki 14 Jul 1943–20 Sep 1944 and advanced to Petty Officer (Temporary) 14 Jul 1944. Petty Officer Trevor Gray was drafted to Cook (Shelly Bay) Oct 1944 and was drafted to the updated Achilles and joined the ship on 12 Mar 1945. He then took part in operations with the British Pacific Fleet and came back to NZ in Aug 1945 but in Oct 1945 Achillies was deployed as a guardship at Tokyo until Mar 1946 when she came back to Devonport. Petty Officer Trevor Gray was one of the crewmembers who took the ship back to the UK for return to the RN. Back in the UK he then spent time in Pembroke 28 Sep 1946–15 Mar 1947. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and discharged 20 Jun 1949. Trevor Gray re-entered the RNZN on 20 Oct 1949 as an Able Seaman and advanced to Leading Seaman and to Petty Officer on succeeding days. Drafted to Lachlan 8 Nov 1949 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer 18 Oct 1950. Served in Philomel 29 Jan 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He returned to NZ 19 Mar 1953 but remained in Rotoiti until drafted to Tamaki 15 Aug 1953–18 Sep 1956. DEE 19 Oct 1956 and went to reside in Masterton. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal (MID), NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GREASBY, John | 204460 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born in Stratford, Lancs, UK, 18 Nov 1930. Attested 17 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Stated he was a seaman at Kaitaia. Posted to RNZA while in Papakura Camp 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. M/O from NZRTU 21 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1952 and M/I to his unit. Did not adhere to R&SOs and started to build a catalogue of military discipline breaches. Requested discharge in the UK which was approved. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Mar 1954. ETD of HMT Devonshire 28 Mar 1954. More disciplinary breaches while waiting for the Devonshire and lost time and pay. He was not regarded as a good soldier. Travelled to the UK in HMT Devonshire with scheduled ETA 6 May 1954, was granted full leave entitlement and discharged in UK 5 Jul 1954. Served in Korea one year 241 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| GREATHEAD, Stanley Charles Norman | 30533 | Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 19/03/2055 | Born London, England 8 Mar 1920. Enlisted in the RA, Territorial Army 21 Nov 1939. Appointed to an Emergency commission as 2nd Lieutenant RA 14 Jun 1941. Promoted War Substantive Lieutenant 1 Oct 1942. He served in the British Army in India. Former Captain in the Royal Artillery. Employed as a Mechanical Engineer for Farmers’ Freezing Co, Auckland. Attested in NZ Army 21 May 1951. Posted to Kayforce 26 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 19 Apr 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled the rest of the journey to Iwakuni, on Qantas flight deplaning 22 Apr 1952. Entered Korea 26 Apr 1952 and posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Attached FAP to NZRTU 5 Jun–23 Jul 1952. CTBA and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Appointed 2i/c Bty 16 Fd Regt 16 Jun–14 Sep 1953. M/O and attached FAP to Armistice Commission Munsan 23 Sep–26 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Captain while employed as Troop Commander 18 Feb 1953. Posted to NZ Base Camp and appointed Q.M. 12 Dec 1953. Relinquished Appt Q.M. NZ Base Camp 17 Jan 1955 and M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Mar 1955 on Qantas to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 19 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea two years 335 days. SOS Kayforce and posted to the Regular Force, 23 Jul 1955. Posted to the Retired List 29 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| GREEN, Allen George | 208209 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 23/12/2051 | Previous service in RN. Ex Territorial Force soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for two /three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Promoted Lance Corporal. To be RTNZ as a medical evacuee ETD Iwakuni 18 Dec 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1951 for RTNZ as a cot case via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1951. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jan 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. Died Otahuhu, Auckland, 20 Oct 1982. |
| GREEN, Arthur Clifford | 206077 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Auckland 19 Mar 1928. Previous service in BCOF, Japan 1946–47. (817964, Private, Infantry Corps, served in 22 Bn. Farm hand Awatea Station, Masterton. Next-of-kin, Mrs A.M. Green (mother), Auckland.) Carpenter for A. McCallmont, Masterton. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950 as a Gunner but was soon posted to RNZE and Engr Constr Section 4 Oct 1950. Underwent training at Linton and Waiouru. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. At NZ Base HQ Engr Section. Had not been in Korea Long when he went AWOL for five days 19 hours which earned him 14 days detention. Attached FAP 28 Engr Regt RE 13 Aug 1951. Wounded 4 Oct 1951 in right forearm, right upper arm (superficial) and back (superficial) by Chinese mortar fire while working with the Canadians and Hussars supporting the Australian attack near Hill 199. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 4 Oct 1951,TSFD to 121 Evac Hosp then TSFD 6 Oct to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Discharged Brit Com Gen Hosp 10 Nov 1951 to NZ Base HQ. Attached FAP 28 Fd Engr Regt 30 Nov 1951. M/I NZ Base HQ and CTBA 28 Fd Engr Regt 8 Apr 1952. TSFD 2 Apr 1952 to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 7.30am on 25 Apr 1952 from RMA Aorangi ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 138 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1092 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Masterton. Later living at Helensville. Died Helensville 29 Jul 1993 aged 65 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Photograph taken in Korea, 1951-52, by Ian Mackley. Original caption reads: “Three Kiwi sappers have a beer outside their hut. Sapper Graham McClelland, Wellington; Sapper Arthur Green, Masterton; and Corporal John Fraser, Auckland.” |
| GREEN, Eric Raymond | 206484 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 21/08/2053 | Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for the sea trip to Pusan, entered Korea three days later and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Entered Korea shortly after and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 21 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1093 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Stratford. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 21 Sep 1985. |
| GREEN, Francis John | 200744 | Chaplain 3rd Class | Attached 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZChD | 01/01/1970 | 04/03/2057 | Born Roxburgh 4 Apr 1912. Served as a Chaplain (Presbyterian) during WWII. Frank Green was a former South Island Rugby Rep and he was the coach of a NZ Division team that played against the 1st South African Division team at Baggush in 1941. He became a POW (with 10 other chaplains) when the Germans overran the main New Zealand Dressing Station and 4, 5 and 6 NZ Field Ambulances at Sidi Rezegh on 28 Nov 1941. Chaplain Edward Archibald Forsman was studying for the priesthood in Rome and became fluent in German and Italian. He heard the Italian guards planning to take the POWs by NZ trucks further from the front and organised the NZ Drivers to immobilise their vehicles by burying the rotors in the sand. This was done and Francis John Green was released with the other chaplains nine days later when the station was retaken by NZ force and 1100 of the 1400 captured men were released. He was in Maadi Camp as a Chaplain after the NZ Division returned from Tunisia. After the war he became one of the first three Regular Force Chaplains and became the first Regular Force Chaplain to go on active service. He was attached 16 Fd Regt and was one earliest to serve in St Barbara’s chapel in the Truce Camp by the Imjin River. He was appointed MBE in NY Hons 1955 for his services as a chaplain in Korea. He returned to NZ 4 Mar 1957 |
| GREEN, George Atkinson | 208037 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 04/02/2053 | Born Invercargill 9 Jul 1927. Shunter and Traffic Assistant, NZ Railways, Gore. Training to be a railways engine driver before joining Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 RNZAF aircraft for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Disembarked Kure, Japan 29 Jul 1951. Disembarked Korea 16 Aug 1951. Posted to Fox Troop, 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 2 Aug 1952 and appointed 2i/c gun. Promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 1 Dec 1952 and retained the appointment of 2i/c gun. Reverted to Lance Bombardier Acting Bombardier 19 Jan 1953 just days before he was due to leave Korea and ceased to hold appointment of 2i/c gun. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ via Guam and Port Moresby. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 233 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Apr 1953. RTNZ Railways. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Joined TF and served in 33 Bty, 3 Fd Regt 5 Nov 1956 and remained with that unit until 6 Jul 1964 when he was discharged (in the rank of Sergeant) for medical reasons. Died Dunedin 5 Feb 1989 aged 61 years. Cremated at Anderson's Bay Cemetery. |
| GREEN, George Patrick Campbell (Pat) | 13564 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Dannevirke 18 Dec 1934. Enlisted 31 Dec 1951 as a Boy 2nd Class. First sea service was in Bellona. Service in Kaniere between Jun 1954 and Jan 1956 allowed qualification for the NZGSM (K). Advanced to Leading Telegraphist. Drafted to Royalist which sailed from Auckland New Zealand on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Communication Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Later Petty Officer Telegraphist. Highly regarded by his peers and superiors. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and PJM. Appointed MBE 1 Jun 1973 and awarded Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 18 Dec 1967. Discharged to RA 18 Dec 1975. Naval LS&GC Medal replaced at cost circa 2002. |
| GREEN, Gordon Theodore | 206485 | Lance Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 31/01/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Taumarunui 14 Mar 1929. Working at Paekakariki with NZ Railways at time of enlistment. Attested in Kayforce 15 Jun 1951. Underwent training with the Expansion Force but ended up in hospital and so left with the 3rd Reinforcements who travelled on the Wanganella to Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Vehicle Mechanic with 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment. Later posted to 10 Tpt Coy workshops. Embarked 24 Mar 1954 on SS Changsha at Kobe, Japan, for return to Sydney and completed the journey to NZ deplaning Wellington 24 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Contracted Malaria which did not appear until he had RTNZ. Hospitalised for treatment and was discharged from Kayforce 2 Sep 1954. RTNZ Railways. Went to Korea with the Prime Minister's 50th Anniversary Commemoration visit in Jul 2003. Living in Hamilton 2004. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Hamilton 31 May 2006 aged 77 years |
| GREEN, John Anthony | 13893 | Leading Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Hamilton, Bermuda, on 9 Feb 1929. He was a student before he entered the RN on 14 Nov 1945 as a Boy 1st Class with Service Number D/JX15345. He trained at HMS Foudroyant as a junior telegraphist and served in several shore stations like Drake, Scotia (Ordinary Telegraphist ) Hornet and Terror (Hong Kong) and Minerva. HE also served in ships like Tintagel Castle (corvette) where he advanced to Telegraphist 9 May 1947, Meon (River-class frigate), Beachy Head (repair ship) and Eagle (carrier). Released from the RN 14 Aug 1952 to RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Maori 15 Aug 1952 as a Telegraphist. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel and Irirangi before being drafted to Pukaki 20 Aug 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist 1 Sep 1954. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Drafted to Irirangi 24 Feb 1955–27 Aug 1956 and advanced to Leading Telegraphist 1 Sep 1955. He returned to Philomel 28 Aug 1956 and was drafted 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Served in the Communication Division. On RTNZ he remained in Royalist until he was returned to Philomel from 1 May 1958. DEE 14 Aug 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GREEN, Thomas Peter | 206417 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Bulls, Manawatu 16 Feb 1927. Previous service in Army and RNZAF (Service No 452756). Emplaned Auckland (1st Flight) 14 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Disembarked Korea 25 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served as a Gun Number 2 in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. RTNZ as a Bombardier. Discharged 23 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Whanganui in 1996. |
| GREEN, Tuakana | 211276 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/12/2053 | 25/11/2054 | Born Tikitiki 24 Aug 1926. Previous service in the RNZN for two years with Service No 10499. Reached the rate of Able Seaman. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Painter for Maori Affairs Dept. Attested 1 Jul 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 1 Dec 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Continued by Qantas via Guam and Manila to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA 17 Dec 1953 and M/I to this unit four days later. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for Artillery course 5 Sep 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit 18–24 Sep 1954 and returned to CATC to continue on course. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 27 Aug 1954 and appointed 2i/c Gun. To be Lance Bombardier 6 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Kure, 8 Nov 1954. Deplaned Auckland 23 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 6) ex Sydney. Served overseas 358 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jan 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1097 was sent to his address at Tikitiki on 22 Mar 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GREEN, William Francis | 208297 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Invercargill 27 Jun 1925. Freezing worked for Ocean Beach Freezing Coy, Bluff. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 14 Jun 1951. Embarked on TSS Wahine and sailed in TSS Wahine on 2 Aug 1951. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to deplane Iwakuni Japan 20 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 21 Aug 1951 for voyage to Pusan. Posted to HQ Div Tpt Pl 28 Aug 1951. Remained with this unit until M/O to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953, for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 24 Jun on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal & UN Korea Medal. Died Invercargill 26 Sep 1983. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill 26 Sep 1983 aged 57 years. |
| GREENE, Albert | 206779 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 07/06/2052 | 03/03/2054 | Born Palmerston North 5 Apr 1923. Attested in 2 NZEF 11 Jul 1941 and entered camp 1 Aug 1941. 11th Reinforcements NZ Arty with Service No 442880. He enlisted under-age but gained his parents written consent. Embarked with the 12th Reinforcements in 25 NZ Bn 29 Jun 1944 and disembarked Egypt 2 Aug 1944 ex HMT 84. Posted to 25 NZ Bn 11 Oct 1944. Embarked Alexandria for Italy 24 Sep 1944. Battle casualty WIA 22 Dec 1944, wounded in forehead. Admitted 6 NZ Fd Amb. RTNZ having served overseas one year 227 days. SOS 2nd NZEF 4 Apr 1946 and received his Discharge Certificate two years later on 12 May 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and The NZ War Service Medal. Carpenter employed by Karehana Building Co, Pukerua Bay. Came from Plimmerton, Wellington. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Went AWOL for 3 days 33.5 hours. Emplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney (Kayforce Replacement 2nd Flight). Continued to Japan by Qantas or another civil airline, deplaning Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and entered Korea 20 Jun 1952. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 Nov 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1953. Embarked on SS Taiping and sailed from Kobe Japan on 29 Jan 1954. 19–21 Feb 1954 travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (north Borneo) to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 270 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 4 May 1954. Died Porirua 15 Dec 1990 aged 67 years. |
| GREENING, Tamatea Kauri | 211316 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 23/11/2054 | Born Wairoa, Hawkes Bay 18 Sep 1930 (his correct date of birth was 18 Sep 1932). Bulldozer driver for Pitt and Cairns, Wairoa. Attested 23 Sep 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA 19 Feb 1954 entered Korea 23 Feb 1954. Attached FAP to CATC, Inchon for Artillery course 4 Jul–15 Aug 1954. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and CTBA CATC Inchon 15 Aug 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 21 Oct 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit and was discharged from there 25 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ through Sydney and deplaned Auckland 23 Nov from Teal Flight 6 ex Sydney. Served overseas 287 days. Discharged 30 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Hamilton 21 May1985 aged 54 years. Buried Newstead Services Cemetery. |
| GREENWOOD, Douglas Harry | 13581 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Dunedin 4 Oct 1934. Junior clerk before joining the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class on 31 Dec 1950. After initial training in Tamaki during which he advanced to Boy 1st Class he was drafted to Bellona on 8 Jan 1952 for his first sea service. He remained with that ship for some time being advanced to Ordinary Seaman (Radar Controller 3rd Class) on 4 Apr 1953 and to Able Seaman (Radar Controller 3rd Class) on 4 May 1953. His next ship was Black Prince to which he was drafted 20 Nov 1953–20 Sep 1955. Drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955 which was re-commissioned from the reserve on 21 Sep 1955 and was a crew member when Bellona sailed from Auckland on 14 Oct 1955 to be handed back to the RN and arrived at Portsmouth on 12 Dec 1955. The crew members from Bellona TFRD to HMNZS Royalist (but were held at HMS Drake) and on the return journey to NZ were involved in the Suez affair in 1956. Royalist arrived back in NZ on 20 Dec 1956. After a short time in Philomel Able Seaman Greenwood was drafted to Royalist on 20 May 1957 and left in that ship for service in the Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. His last sea service was in Kaniere. DEE in the rate of Acting Leading Seaman 3 Oct 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. Died Christchurch Public Hospital on 5 Mar 2020 aged 85 years. |
| GREER, Leslie Douglas | 204075 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Ngaruawahia 3 Feb 1927. Truck driver for E.H. Cochrane, Carrier, Cambridge. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 and sailed in TSS Wahine for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to deplane Iwakuni Japan 21 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for Korea 22 Sep 1951 and entered Korea 24 Sep 1951. In effect remaining in the NZRTU for nearly a month before entering Korea. Appointed Temporary Lance Corporal and appointed Section 2i/c. Promoted Temporary Corporal while appointed Section Commander ‘B’ Tpt Pl, 12 Jan 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Pl Tpt Sergeant 18 Dec 1952 and to Sub Sergeant 15 Mar 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GREGORY, Leonard Leroy (Len) | 11092 | Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 06/10/2050 | 15/07/2051 | Born Gisborne 17 Feb 1929. Enlisted in the RNZN 15 Nov 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. His early service was nearly all in the big ships of the RNZN. Served in Achilles (Seaman Boy 2nd class). Gambia (Stoker 1st Class to Stoker Mechanic) as part of the Far Eastern Fleet as part of the occupation forces in Japan. He served in Bellona as Stoker Mechanic. Served in Kiwi then back to Bellona until drafted as Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic to Tutira 6 Oct 1950 which was already in Korean and Japanese waters. Presumed he took passage in Rotoiti which sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to reach his ship. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Engagement reduced to six years. His final sea service was in Lachlan. DEE 16 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Auckland Hospital 18 Jan 1995 aged 66 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GREIG, Donald William | 207265 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/01/2052 | Born 7 Apr 1928. Came from Christchurch? Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 163 Bty. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base in Japan 18 Nov 1951. RTNZ (medical) with ear trouble. An erroneous newspaper report from Sydney, said that he had 35 wounds but this was quickly discounted when it became known that his problem was ear trouble and that another man had been wounded. Travelled from Japan to Sydney on the MV Anking and from Sydney to Wellington on the Monowai. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Rakaia. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1102 was sent to an address in Rakaia on 22 Mar 1957. Died Christchurch, 16 Jul 2000. |
| GREIG, Duncan James (Dunc or Snow) | 206424 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Whanganui 18 Jan 1929. Builder for Mr F. Thompson, Whanganui. Emplaned Whenuapai, Auckland (1st Flight) 14 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Accidentally injured 12 Oct 1951, petrol burns to arm, admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb. Discharged 22 Oct 1951 direct to unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 1 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 19 Apr 1953. Living in Whanganui in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Whanganui 18 Oct 2021 aged 91 years. |
| GREIG, Irwin Joe (Joseph Irwin) | 211237 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/10/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Otane, Hawkes Bay, 2 Dec 1926. A Joseph Irwin GREIG served with BCOF, Japan 1946–47 (649950, Private, NZ Medical Corps. Reached rank of Corporal. Ice cream maker from Napier. Next-of-kin, Mrs L.M. Greig (mother) Napier.) This is the same man as other details confirm. Painter for W. D. Roy, Taradale, Napier. Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 for trip to Sydney. Continued journey to Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct and M/I to unit 1 Nov 1953. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 7–22 Mar 1954 to attend an artillery course. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and completed the journey to NZ deplaning Auckland 23 Nov 1954 from Teal Flight 6 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 35 days. Discharged 14 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Not known if he has been awarded any other awards for Korea e.g. NZOSM, NZGSM (K) or NZDSM. |
| GREIG, Norman Steele (Norm) | 568577 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Wellington 28 Mar 1931. Compulsory Military Service Trainee. Posted to 21 Field Battery, RNZA after basic Training. Civil occupation, painter. Attested 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned at Auckland 25 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy in Korea 13 Jul 1953. Accidentally injured on two occasions but nothing serious. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney Australia. Completed Journey to Auckland by Teal flying boat. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit (4 Company, RNZASC). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force. Emplaned at Whenuapai 16 Feb 1966 for travel to Malaysia. Deplaned Changi (Singapore) 17 Feb 1966. Posted to Terendak Camp. Served in Poananga’s Battalion as a Bandsman, Headquarters Company in Borneo. Qualified on Stretcher Bearers Course. Served in Borneo 19 Sep 1966–1 Oct 1966. RTNZ 16 Nov 1967 and posted to NZ Army Band, Burnham Camp. 16 Dec 1966 embarked for Malaysia for further service as Bandsman. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1970. Promoted Temporary Corporal 28 Oct 1971. RTNZ 5 Nov 1971 and posted to NZ Army Band in the appointment of Storeman / Instrument Repairer. TSFD to RNZAOC 3 Sep 1973 and became Corporal Storeman. Discharged from 3 Central Ordnance Depot, Burnham Camp, 9 Nov 1974. Died Levin War Veterans Home, 10 Jul 2000 aged 70 years. |
| GREIG, Robert Alexander (Bob) | 32093 | Corporal | Attached 5 RIDG | RNZAC | 17/05/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born about 1934. RF Cadet, Miles Class, 1948. Regular Force soldier. Posted to 5 DG 26 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. SOS Kayforce 16 Oct 1953 and re-posted to Regular Force. Discharged. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. Re-embarked for Korea 5 Oct 1954 and RTNZ on 17 Jun 1956. On return from Korea was discharged 12 Aug 1956 and posted to TF unit. Went to Australia and joined the Australian Army where he served for 30 years including two tours in Vietnam. Died Perth, Australia, Jun 1998. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Would also have qualified for Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Possibly Australian Army LS&GC Medal and others. |
| GREIG, William Albert | 12911 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Bunnythorpe, near Palmerston North 10 Nov 1929. He entered the RNZ as a Probationary Electrical Mechanic on a six-year engagement on 3 Feb 1949. He served in Philomel, Bellona and HMAS Cerberus and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 18 Mar 1952. He RTNZ and served in Philomel and Black Prince advancing to Leading Electrical Mechanician on 18 Mar 1943. He returned to HAMS Cerberus for further courses and back in NZ again served in Philomel and Kiwi. Disrated on 17 Jun 1955 and reverted to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. He served again in Philomel from 9 Jul 1955–4 Jan 1956 and was drafted to Kaniere on 5 Jan 1956. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in SE Asia and Korean waters. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957. He re-advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 19 Jun 1956. DEE 29 Sep 1957. Died Blenheim on 20 Feb 1966 aged 36 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GRENVILLE, John Robert Woodard | 824512 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Gore on 5 Jun 1937. Entered the RNZN on 3 Oct 1955 as an Electricians Mate 2nd Class. After initial training drafted to Black Prince from 23 Oct 1956 and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 13 Nov 1956. Showed early promise as a keen and reliable man. Dressed well, worked well and fast and was developing well. Drafted on 26 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Served in the Electrical Division. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. He then served in several other RNZN ships including Takapu, Philomel, Kaniere, Tamaki, Black Prince again and Royalist twice more where he advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 22 Jan 1963. while in Kaniere proved himself an excellent Leading Electrical Mechanician. Regarded as “…a most competent LEM who shows plenty of initiative. Smart and clean at all times and is a good influence on his juniors. Has given good service and will be a loss to the ship.” DEE 12 Oct 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| GRESSON, John Dennis | 11818 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Christchurch on 5 Aug 1926. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN as a Naval cadet on 2 Nov 1944. He was sent to Britain and was in HMS Britannia (the RN Naval College now known as HMS Dartmouth) until 1 May 1945. Appointed to Frobisher (cruiser) on 2 May–19 Aug 1945 for passage to HMS Golden Hind, Sydney Australia). Promoted Midshipman on 1 Sep 1945. Appointed to Belfast (cruiser) 29 Nov–13 Feb 1946. In Cook (London) additional for passage in Rangitiki for leave in NZ. He served in Belfast again and then to Cockade (destroyer) for passage to Australia. After leave in NZ he returned to Cockade and was promoted Acting Sub-Lieutenant on 1 May. In President additional while attending RN College in Greenwich 1 May 1947–27 Oct 194. Appointed to Loch Fada (Loch -class frigate) 28 Oct 1948 and promoted Sub-Lieutenant on 10 Promoted Lieutenant on 1 Nov 1949. Also served in HMS Loch Katrine (soon to be HMNZS Rotoiti) and in the Naval Dockyard (Portsmouth) then in Rotoiti and appears to be in the ship’s company when it was sailed to NZ in Jun 1949. He was awarded the France & Germany Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal which were issued on 7 Jun 1951. A Defence Medal was issued on 29 Jul 2008. It is uncertain when he was in the theatre or ship to be awarded the France & Germany Star. John Gresson served in Philomel 23 Aug 1 Nov 1949 and was promoted Lieutenant on 16 Nov 1949. The Navy List of 30 Nov 1951 and Dec 2 shows Lieutenant HAY in Maori on 16 Nov 1949 and during this time served on courses in Mercury (RN Signal training school) and in Fierce (minesweeper). He RTNZ and to Philomel on 21 Sep 1953. He then served in Black Prince 5 Nov 1953–29 Aug 1955. Appointed to Kaniere on 15 Nov 1955 as 1st Lieutenant and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for service in SE Asian and Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ on 21 May 1956 He served again in Philomel and was sent once more to Britain and served in Mercury for nearly all of 1957 and was promoted to Lieutenant Commander on 16 Nov 1957. RTNZ on 19 Dec 1958 and served in Irirangi 18 Feb–25 Sep 1960. Also served in Royalist 26 Sep 1960–8 Oct 1961 as 1st Lieutenant. He was next posted to Wakefield and on 6 May 1963 was released from the RNZN 6 May 1963 at his own request. He left NZ and went to Britain where he joined the Royal Naval Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| GRIEVE, Gerald Dynes (Gerry) | 33065 | Sergeant | 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 06/09/2052 | 03/08/2054 | Born 25 Jan 1927. Served in New Zealand during the last part of WWII (NZ War Service Medal). Also served in BCOF, Japan. (664540 Sapper, NZE, Tobacco Worker, from Nelson. Next-of-kin Mrs G.E. Law. Alford Forest, Ashburton). The first service number Gerry was given was 9A/178J (which represented the fact that he was enlisted in Area 9A and was the 178th person to enlist for Jayforce in that Army Area). Joined Regular Force. Reclassified as Corporal (Temporary Sergeant) 2 Star Instructor RNZE 10 Jan 1952. Reverted to Corporal on 30 May 1952. Emplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air, possibly Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 12 Sep 1952. Served in NZ Base HQ, also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). Also attached to 4th Fd Sqn, Royal Canadian Engineers. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and reposting to Regular Force. Deplaned NZ 3 Aug 1954. Served in Malaya during the Emergency. Regimental Policeman in NZ SAS Sqn attached to 22 SAS Regt (UK). Promoted Lance Corporal. Medal Roll prepared at Kuala Lumpur, Malaya, Jan 1956. RTNZ and served in RNZE. Staff Sergeant posted South Vietnam to New Zealand Aid Detachment (RNZE) 29 Jun 1964 to 16 Apr 1965. Also attached to US Advisory Team 91. Both Vietnam medals awarded. Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class RNZE, LS&GC Medal (Military). Transport Warrant Officer at 5 Support Sqn RNZE Linton Camp and original member of the unit when it was established circa 1974. Known for witty turn of phrase. Discharged from the Army 21 Apr 1977. Attended Parade 98 in Wellington. Living at Tokomaru near Palmerston North 2003. Died at home in Tokomaru 8 Oct 2003. His funeral was in Palmerston North and he was buried at the Kelvin Grove, Services Lawn Cemetery, Palmerston North. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM if not already issued. |
| GRIFFIN, Diana C | 0 | Sister | TSS Wahine | NZANS | 02/08/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Temporary Charge Sister on Wahine which was wrecked near Masela Island, north of Darwin. Sister Griffir was returned to NZ by air from Darwin. She was a member of the ship's staff. (See McNabb 2015, p315] |
| GRIFFIN, Henry Albert | 14101 | Steward | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Reefton 5 Nov 1934. Miner before he entered the RNZN on 24 Jan 1952 as a Junior Assistant Steward. Initial training conducted in Tamaki. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 18 Apr–3 Jul 1954 for training courses. Advanced to Assistant Steward 5 May 1952. On RTNZ drafted to Bellona 4 Jun 1952–15 Jan 1953. Served in Philomel but attached to Bellona 16 Jan 1953–29 Jun 1953. Advanced to Steward 5 Mar 1953. In Tamaki 30 Jun–3 Aug 1953. Drafted 4 Aug 1953 to Pukaki and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in the second deployment to Korean waters. RTNZ 29 Sep 1954 but he remained with this ship until 23 Feb 1955. Served in Tamaki then drafted to Lachlan 17 Nov 1955. RUN 7 May 1956 but returned 18 May 1956. Served in Philomel 29 Apr 1957– 29 Jan 1958. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged BNPS 29 Jan 1958. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GRIFFIN, Reginald Maxwell | 204073 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 07/05/2054 | Born Taihape 24 Jul 1920. Butcher at Otorohanga, Served in 2 NZEF, NZASC for 4.5 years with Service No 41321. Entered Trentham Camp 7 Jan 1941. Embarked 7 Apr 1941 and disembarked Egypt 16 May 1941. Served in 1 NZ Sup Coy. Reported SAFE 13 Dec 1941 after the Operation Crusader battles. Reported SAFE 19 Sep 1942 after the Battle of Alam Halfa. Promoted Lance Corporal 16 Jun 1943. Embarked Port Said for Italy 3 Oct 1943. Returned to Egypt and disembarked Port Said 17 Mar 1945. Awarded Mentioned in Despatches 2 NZEF List No.181 of 15 Feb 1945 (Supplement to London Gazette, 11 Jan 1945 No.36886 p.431.) Embarked Tewfik for RTNZ 17 Mar 1945. Discharged 2 NZEF 27 Jul 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp. Italy Star, Defence Medal. War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I 10 Sep 1951. To be Temporary Lance Corporal while appointed Section NCO 9 Oct 1951. To be Lance Corporal Temporary Corporal while appointed Storeman 11 Nov 1951 and to be Corporal 12 Jan 1952. Admitted 25 FDS 18 Jun 1952 TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to NZ Base HQ and remained on X(ii) List. M/I to NZRTU 12 Jul 1952, then posted to 10 Tpt Coy 23 Jul 1952. “Cpl Griffin is a conscientious and reliable worker, whose section has always been well run. He has a sound knowledge of supplies and is prepared to work long hours beyond the call of normal duty.” Promoted Temporary Sergeant 15 Aug 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and remained on X(iii) List (Furlough) 16 Dec 1952 and promoted Sergeant the same day. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 to Sydney. Continued RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. After furlough reported to CD Trg Depot, Waiouru 30 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 25 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Mar 1953 and re-entered Korea 4 Mar and M/I to his unit 5 Mar 1953. Attached FAP 56 Coy RCASC 10 May–24 Jul 1953 for ammunition duties. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy the attached FAP to Brit Com Sub Area North to attend a Petrol, Oil & Lubricants course 27 Sep–4 Oct 1953 and returned to his unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Apr 1954. Embarked Kure 6 May 1954 on SS Taiyuan for passage to Sydney. Completed the journey deplaning Wellington 5 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Aug 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Palmerston North 17 Mar 1984 aged 64 years. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRIFFITH, Philip Wynne | 206030 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 07/07/2055 | Born Te Awamutu 17 Feb 1924. He was employed as an exchange clerk in Hawera at the time and gave his home address at C/–Post Office, Manaia. Served in RNZAF at RNZAF Station, New Plymouth with Service No 4210208 and had the rank of Leading Aircraftman. Served on Norfolk Island. 17 Dec 1943–6 Jun 1944. TSFD to the Army. His name is listed in the 15th 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll and embarked between 1 Jan and 31 Dec 1945. His Service No was 623524 and left NZ as a Temporary Corporal Inf Reinforcements. Entered Egypt 14 May 1945. Embarked Port Said for Italy 25 Oct 1945. Embarked Naples for Japan 21 Feb 1946. Entered Japan 20 Mar 1946. Awarded Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Served in BCOF Japan and RTNZ 1947. Telegraphist at P&T Dept Te Aro, Wellington. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. To be Lance Corporal 7 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. To be Temporary Corporal 16 Dec 1950. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950, posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt the RNZ Sigs Troop (H Troop). Promoted to Temporary Sergeant 1 Feb 1951. Selected for an OCTU in NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 9 Feb 1952. Sent to Waiouru for an OCTU course and then attached School of Sigs at Trentham. Applied to withdraw from OCTU and return to Div Signals in Korea as soon as possible. Emplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 to Sydney and continued to Kapan by Qantas. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Aug 1952. Reposted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 28 Aug 1952. Re-entered Korea and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 2 Sep 1952. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 26 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ (Furlough) and flew via Sydney to deplane Wellington 8 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Reported to Papakura Camp after furlough for flight back to Korea. Re-emplaned Auckland 10 Feb 1954 and deplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Posted to NZRTU on deplanement. Accidentally injured 1 Mar 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 20 Apr–17 May 1954 and was posted to his unit. He does not appear to have re-entered Korea. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 Feb 1955 and discharged 9 Mar 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 14 Mar–17 May 1955 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ. Medically reboarded Apr 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical). Embarked 27 May 1955 SS Changte at Kobe for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ deplaning Auckland 7 Jul 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas three years 325 days. Discharged 27 Feb 1956. Attested in HQ Sqn, 1 Div Sigs as a Sergeant on 5 Sep 1956. Discharged at his own request as Staff Sergeant 28 Nov 1960. Awarded Korea, UN Korea Medals and ERII Coronation Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49; NZGDM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 27 Feb 1956. Died Public Hospital Lower Hutt, 17 Feb 2001 aged 77 years. |
| GRIFFITHS, Eric James | 204461 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born Auckland 2 Apr 1927. Self-employed carpenter from Te Kuiti. Attested Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flying boat flight bound for Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Travelled by ship from Japan to Korea. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in E Troop 163 Bty. KILLED IN ACTION 17 Feb 1953 when a faulty 213–fuse detonated while being screwed into a 25-pounder shell held between the legs of a gunner. This tragic event killed Lance Bombardier Shortland, Gunner P.R. Berry and Gunner E.J. Griffiths. It was the worst day in Kayforce for loss of life. These three were buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. His father Mr A.J Griffiths of Te Kuiti was his NOK. His family was awarded his Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and the NZ Memorial Cross. Much later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRIFFITHS, Henry Victor | 709918 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/05/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Llanelly, Wales. 5 Oct 1931. Cargo worker at the Port of Wellington. Was in 5th CMT Intake. Then became serving TF soldier. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC as a cook 2 Feb 1953. Emplaned Auckland 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then flew by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 24 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 16 Jun 1953. Had problems obeying R&SOs and other regulations. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 26 Jun 1954. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ 6 Jul 1954. Also served in NZRTU returned to NZ Base HQ 4 Aug 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 30 Dec 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 238 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Mar 1955 and posted to TF Unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| GRIFFITHS, Herbert Kelley | 203709 | 2nd Lieutenant | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/11/2054 | Born Auckland 7 Jan 1928. Journalist, Auckland. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Military trade, Technical Assistant Field Regiment. Photographed having his hair cut by Gunner Hunt. Replaced Lieutenant Hunter after he had been wounded in the attacks on the advance to Line Jamestown (in area of Hill 317). Later Captain, Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 24 Jun 1952). Intelligence Officer 1951 in Regt HQ, Troop Commander then Forward Observation Officer 1951–52. RTNZ and re-emplaned for return to Korea with a party of NZ Broadcasting Service, National Film unit and three newspaper editors 10 Dec 1952. Public Relations Officer 1953–54. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 ex Sydney. Posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, with the rank of Capt, 31 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in TF 1954–57. One of the key men in organising the first National Reunion of Korean War veterans held in the Winter Show Buildings, Wellington in 1960. Later Squadron Leader, RNZAF 1957 (78675). Later Wing Commander RNZAF 1957–74. Retired 13 Mar 1974 and worked for BP in Wellington. Died Mary Potter Hospice, Wellington 26 Aug 1997 aged 69 years. |
| GRIFFITHS, John Valentine | 208782 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Liverpool, England 23 Apr 1929. Labourer Waterfront Industry, Wellington. Attested 23 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA 4 Jun 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 16 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, 20 Aug 1952 and M/I to NZRTU. M/O NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 11 Mar 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Z Medical Unit and posted to unit 17 Mar 1953. Posted to NZRTU from 16 Fd Regt 11 Apr 1953, posted to NZ Base HQ 30 May 1953 and was TSFD to X(ii) List 21 Sep 1953. Returned to NZRTU 14 Oct, was posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Oct 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 25 Oct 1953. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 29 Mar 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 26 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 284 days. Discharged 28 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Living in Wellington in 2002. Died Christchurch 31 May 2014 aged 85 years. |
| GRIFFITHS, Keith | 208572 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Westport 5 Jun 1930. Garage Storeman in Westport. Attested 23 Feb 1952 in Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by air via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 and travelled by ship from Sasebo to Pusan. Entered Korea 24 Jun 1952 and was posted to RHQ 16 Fd Regt. Was the driver for 2nd Lieutenant Eastgate. Served over the 38th Parallel on the Imjin River facing Hill 355. Helped build the ‘West Coast’ sawmill on our (NZ) east position on the banks of the Imjin River. The sawmill was built by former South Island west coast bushmen who knew what they were doing and was built after the Armistice was signed. He had some problems accepting military discipline which resulted in 27 days Field Punishment in the Brit Com Forces Punishment Centre, Seoul and six months later another 14 days in the Canadian Detention Barracks. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey and deplaned Wellington 2 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 293 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Received medical treatment at Westport after arriving home. SOS Kayforce 17 Aug 1954 and TSFD to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Living in Hokitika 2004 and died 6 Dec 2014 aged 84. |
| GRIFFITHS, Lewis Austin Warwick | 208726 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born Methven, Canterbury 28 Nov 1928. Storeman for MOW Ashburton. Attested 26 May 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Posted to RNZA while in Burnham. Emplaned Wellington Aug 1952 at Evans Bay, on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Aug 1952 and Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952. Driver for Warrant Officer 2nd Class Clarrie Maskill in 161 Bty. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 7–12 Mar 1954 and was discharged direct to unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Mar 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 1 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1954 and deplaned Wellington 25 May 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 284 days. Admitted Hospital 23–25 Jun 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1112 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to him in Rakaia. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Living in Christchurch in 1996. For the last 22 years of his life he cared for the Grounds of the Papanui RSA and kept them in immaculate order. Died Christchurch 31 May 2014 aged 85 years. |
| GRIFFITHS, Llewellyn Stanley Tom (Stan) | 203785 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Ngaruawahia 25 Sep 1930. Enlisted in during Jun 1950, aged 19 but gave his birth date as 17 Mar 1928, instead of 25 Sep 1930, making him 22 years old. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Driver RNZA, A Troop, 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 184 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Oct 1952. Returned initially to Tirau. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Matamata 27 Jan 2013 aged 83 years. |
| GRIFFITHS, Norman Leonard | 341772 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/01/2055 | 28/06/2056 | Born Liverpool, England 9 May 1932. Previous service in the British Army and later in the RNZAF as a Medical Orderly. Discharged from RNZAF by purchase. The employed by the Auckland Gas Coy as a meter reader. Enlisted early Sep 1954 (7 or 8th). Emplaned Auckland 4 Jan 1955 in RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan deplaning 7 Jan 1955. Posted from NZRFU to 10 Tpt Coy late Jan 1955 and served in the Composite Platoon. Applied 2 Feb 1956 for discharge in the UK to return to his parent’s home. Emplaned Japan 25 Jun 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 177 days. Discharged 20 Aug 1956 and posted to TF Unit. Served in the RNZAF and bought his discharge shortly before he applied for a position in the Army. Attested for service in the Regular Force 18 Feb 1962. Served in Papakura Camp Hospital and was posted to 4 Fd Amb 5 May 1962. Discharged 20 Aug 1962 on medical grounds. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died 16 Feb 1998 aged 66 years. |
| GRIFFITHS, Peter Harold | 13881 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Oxford, UK, 4 Jun 1921. Was a male domestic before he entered the RN 31 Dec 1940 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No P/MX 759496. He served in a variety of ships and shore stations including HMS Daedalus (Fleet Air Station at Lee-on-Silent), HMS Collingwood (shore station), HMS Menestheus (originally an auxiliary mine layer taken up from the Blue Funnel line, then converted to a floating brewery), HMS Vernon (RN Torpedo School), HMS Hannibal (shore base Taranto, Italy) then HMS Byrsa (Naples) these last two from 28 Jun 1944–17 Jun 1945. He then returned to the UK and was drafted to Wren (modified Black Swan-class sloop) 13 Jul 1946–10 May 1948, where he advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 15 Apr 1947. This ship was recommissioned for service in the Persian Gulf at the time Peter Griffiths was in her and was in Colombo for a very short time. Returned to the UK and then served in Portland Bill a RN Repair Ship. Released from the RN to the Reserve 4 Jul 1950. His WWII Service Medals are not known. Entered the RNZN at Maori, London 14 Aug 1952 as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class. On arrival in NZ he first served in Philomel and Tamaki. Drafted to Pukaki 15 May 1953–23 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service with the British far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but remained in Pukaki until drafted to Bellona 24 Feb 1955 followed by service in Black Prince from 21 Sep 1955. He later served in Hawea, Philomel, Black Prince again Rotoiti and a third time in Black Prince. DEE 13 Aug 1958. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. On discharge from RNZN he returned to the UK and was again living in Kennington, Oxford, England, UK. |
| GRIGG, Peter John | 202562 | Lieutenant | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 20/08/2051 | 01/01/1970 | Born in Wellington 9 Apr 1925. School teacher from Blenheim. Served in BCOF Japan (642201, Sergeant, Army Education & Welfare Service. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Next-of-kin Mrs L.A. Grigg (mother) of Blenheim. Was responsible for the distribution of signals despatch services in the Div area. Later became Kayforce Education Officer and had several men on correspondence courses to help their return to civil life when they returned home. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). “In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30th June 1953.” Discharged in UK, 15 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| GRIGGS, Lance Lee William | 206100 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 162 Bty and was involved with several actions with this battery. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, travelled by air via Manila and Australia. Deplaned Auckland on 22 May 1952. Served overseas one year 59 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Oct 1952 and went to his mother’s home in Cambridge. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1115 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to and address in Masterton. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GRIMWOOD, Paul Raymond | 34157 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born New Zealand on 15 Nov 1930. Enlisted in the Regular Force 15 Dec 1949. Was serving as a butcher at CD Company, RNZASC, Waiouru. TSFD to Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Oct 1954 and entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. Granted 10 days R&R Leave 20–29 Oct 1955. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Nov 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 26 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 59 days SOS Kayforce 24 Jan 1956 and reposted to the Regular Force returning to his previous unit in Waiouru. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Living in Kaitaia in Sep 1998. |
| GROFSKI, John James | 208210 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 12/03/2053 | Born Christchurch 25 Oct 1924. Labourer, State Forest Eyrewell, Rangiora. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Posted to RNZASC 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (Further detail re the Wahine voyage in the Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. M/I ton NZRTU 30 Aug 1951. Employed as a cook for four months. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan. Attached FAP 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD RNZEME 17 Feb 1952 and entered Korea the same day. CTBA to 28 Fd Engr Regt and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 May 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 21 Jun 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Aug 1952. Used to play the organ in the Chaplain’s Tent from time to time. On one occasion felt dizzy and passed out. Taken by ambulance to hospital. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 18 and discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 22 Jan 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll for medical RTNZ. His NOK was Rev Mother J Flanan, St Joseph’s Boys Home Christchurch. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953 as medical walking case to Sydney, was at Concord Repat Hosp and deplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953. Admitted Wellington Public Hosp 12–24 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged 9 Jun 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 19 Aug 1989 aged 64 years. |
| GRONDIN, Ernest | 204646 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 26/02/2054 | Born Auckland 27 Jul 1926. Driver from Devonport. Previous service in the Army. Attested in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Japan 20 Feb 1954 for RTNZ for medical reasons (walking). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 254 days. Remained under treatment until discharge date. Discharged 28 Jun 1954. Died Hamilton 12 May 1981 aged 53 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Returned to Remuera, Auckland. |
| GROSS, Henry George | 13764 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Alverstoke, Gosport, Hampshire, UK, on 28 Jul 1921. Served in the Royal Navy with Service No P/KX 100599 until discharged as Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 5 Feb 1952. Without doubt he would have had WWII service, but nothing shows on the remnant of his file. He enlisted in the RNZN at Portsmouth and taken on at Maori 6 Feb 1952. He was one of several RN men who joined the RNZN in Feb 1952 and arrived in NZ shortly after. On entering the RNZN he was granted the rate of Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic and to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on successive days. On arrival in NZ he served initially in Philomel and then was in Hawea for 10 days 19–29 Jun 1952. He returned to Philomel 30 Jun 1952–1 Feb 1953. He was drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed for Korean waters on 2 Mar 1953. This ship served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. He RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 and remained with this ship until 3 May 1953. Drafted to Philomel 6 May 1954. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 21 Mar 1955. Drafted 26 Apr 1956 to Lachlan the RNZN survey ship at the time. His final appointment was in Philomel 11 Oct 1957. Discharged to Shore 5 Feb 1958 and went to live in Takapuna. |
| GROVER, Peter Stanley | 591331 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/10/2053 | 13/05/2055 | Born Hastings 5 Jul 1930. Sheet Metal worker for T. Ritchie, Hastings. Was a Bandsman in 1 Hawkes Bay Regt before joining Kayforce but did not admit that on his attestation form. Attested 22 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney (flying boat). Continued to Japan by air via Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Oct 1953 and M/I 1 Nov 1953. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 23 Jul 1954 TDFS to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ. Breached R&SOs a few times. M/O NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 13 Aug 1954 and was posted 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1954. M/O to Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Mar 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 25 Mar 1955 and remained on the NZ Roll. Embarked 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 13 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 206 days. Discharged 18 Jul 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded the UN Korea Medal. Living at Havelock North 2008. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Hastings 15 May 2012 aged 82 years. |
| GROVES, Donald Alexander | 207854 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 25/11/2050 | 30/05/2052 | Born Morrinsville on 14 Jul 1928. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Jun 1950. Photographed on board the freighter MV Ganges as a member of Advance Party No.2. MV Ganges contained a number of light vehicles, all the guns, some 10 tons of tentage and 170 tons of ammunition. Storeman Clerk, Force Headquarters. Disembarked Pusan 15 Dec 1950. Also served in 161 Bty. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 25 May 1952 for travel to Australia. He completed the journey to NZ and disembarked from Teal flight on 30 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jul 1952 and returned to Takaka. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Taupo in 1996. Entitled to NZDSM. Died 28 Sep 2013 aged 85 years. |
| GROVES, Harold Edward | 1590 | Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Morrinsville 21 Nov 1919. Enlisted in Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve (NZ Division) RN 23 Feb 1937. Served in HMS Leander from Sep 1938 until Oct 1943 and was in the ships company when the Italian raider, Ramb 1, was sunk and an Italian Submarine shelled. RTNZ in Oct 1943 and served in small ships on minesweeping duties. Served over three years outside New Zealand. Regular serviceman. Served in Achilles Sep 1945–Sep 1956 when that ship was part of Jayforce. Returned to Britain and was part of the crew which brought Bellona back to New Zealand. Was serving in Pukaki 12 Apr 1950 and saw service in Korean waters, mainly on the west coast, in that ship. Was drafted to Rotoiti in Nov 1951 and remained with that ship until Aug 1953. Returned to Korean war zone Dec departing NZ on 7 Jan 1952 and RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953, once again serving mainly on the west coast of Korea. Completed further service in Bellona and Black Prince and was a member of the Bellona's crew when that ship was returned to the UK in 1956. He RTNZ in Royalist and was briefly involved with the Suez conflict. WWII Medals not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Received Korean War Gratuity. Died Otahuhu, 25 Mar 1995. Next-of-kin later received the NZOSM. NZ Service Medal 1939–45 and Service Medal 1946–49 (Jayforce). As a long service sailor he may have been awarded a RN LS&GC Medal. |
| GROVES, Walter Ernest | 206079 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/10/2051 | Born Palmerston North, Came from Halcombe, near Palmerston North. Previous service in 2 NZEF, Army and RNZAF. His name is shown in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.9 p.161 as 291171 Private, NZ Medical Corps, a labourer working in Hastings. His mother, living in Halcombe, is given as his NOK. He embarked for service overseas between 1 Jul and 31 Dec 1942 and may have served in Egypt and in Italy. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served as a Gunner in 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. To be RTNZ for compassionate reasons. ETD 5 Oct 1951 RTNZ by air via Australia and deplaned Wellington 8 Oct 1951 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 101 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 16 Nov 1951 and returned to Takaka. Medals sent to Halcombe. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GROWCOTT, Colin John | 14038 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/01/2055 | Born Hokitika 5 Feb 1936. Employed as a shop assistant before he enlisted in the RNZN 17 Jan 1952 as Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. After initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Black Prince on 16 Jan 1953 for his first sea service. Served in Philomel 17 mar–7 Dec 1953. Served in Hawea 7 Dec 1953–23 May 1954. Drafted to Kaniere on 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul to serve in Korean waters after the Armistice. Injured while in Korean theatre (Awarded a Hurt Certificate 22 Nov 1954) and was hospitalised in Hong Kong. RTNZ by Air. Also served in Malayan waters during the Emergency. Awarded NZOSM, UN Medal for Korea, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) issued 6 Jul 2011. Discharged 16 Feb 1955 BNPS and was granted 30 days invaliding leave. Living in Hokitika in 2003. |
| GRUPEN, William Ballantine | 34646 | Corporal | Attached 1 RTR | RNZAC | 08/04/2053 | 12/06/2054 | Born in NZ 15 Jun 1931. Came from Devonport. Regular Force soldier selected for secondment to 6th Reinforcements as an Operator Wireless and Line and to be attached to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington for passage to Sydney and onto Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. A number of former RNZAC personnel were given the opportunity to serve with British armoured units. Attached to 1 and 5 Royal Tank Regiments. He noted the British 18-year-old National Service troops were getting 29 shillings and sixpence a week while he as a corporal was receiving 32 shillings a sixpence a day. Also served with G Troop 1 Comwel Div Signals. RTNZ for medical reasons. Reposted to the Regular Force 16 Sep 1954. Commissioned Lieutenant & Quartermaster. Later Major & Quartermaster; retired from HQ Company Land Force Command, Takapuna, 13 Oct 1982. Died Auckland, 23 Jun 2009 aged 78 years. |
| GUBB, Barry Anderson | 13146 | Stoker | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Gisborne 18 Jul 1931. Postman before he enlisted in the RNZN on 29 Sep 1949 as a Stoker. Drafted to Tutira 16 May 1950. sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Remained in this ship when it RTNZ. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 29 Jul 1951. Also served in Bellona, Tui and in the patrol craft P3552. DEE 28 Sep 1955. Living at the RSA Village, Mt Maunganui in 1996. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals were lost and replaced at cost in 1997. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tauranga 6 Jun 2010 aged 79 years. |
| GUEST, Fred | 12663 | Stoker | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Breightmet, Bolton, Lancashire, UK, 31 May 1913. A fitter and turner before he entered the Royal Navy on 20 Jul 1936 as an Acting Electrical Artificer 4th Class with Service No P/MX 52978l. He served in a variety of shore stations such as HMS Victory, Vernon, Dolphin and ships such as Enterprise (light cruiser) 1 Apr–27 Oct 1938 during which time the ship was employed to take crews to ships on the China Station. On return to the UK served in HMS Vernon 28 Oct 1938–until drafted to Ramillies (battleship) 12 Jan 1939–20 Jun 1941. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class 20 Aug 1939. He was in this ship when she visited New Zealand and was part of the escort for NZ troopships to Egypt. Ramillies then saw service in the Mediterranean and escorted a convoy to Malta in Jun 40 and bombarded Bardia and Fort Capuzzo in Aug. Later in Nov 1940 she was involved in the Battle of Cape Spartivento against an Italian fleet which was inconclusive but did cause damage to ships on both sides. Drafted to Cochrane (destroyer depot ship) 17 Dec 1941–16 Oct 1942. Drafted to Belfast (heavy cruiser) 17 Oct 1942–28 Jan 1944. Advanced to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class 20 Aug 1943. Belfast was involved in several Russian convoy escorts and provided protection for minelayers when laying mines in the Northern Barrage. In Dec 1943 took part in the Battle of the North Cape and helped sink the Scharnhorst on 26 Dec 1943. After some time in Victory and Vernon he was drafted to Perseus 1 Nov 1944 a light Colossus-class light fleet carrier which the RN converted to an Aircraft repair carrier. He stayed in this ship until released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 24 Sep 1948. His medallic awards are not shown on his Posting Card but would include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, War Medal and possibly others. He would also have been entitled to the Arctic Star after this was instituted. Entered the RNZN at Cook 20 Feb 1949 as an Electrical Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Electrical Artificer 3rd Class then to Electrical Artificer 2nd Class on the following days. Cook was renamed Maori 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 then to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949. He sailed in that ship to NZ and on arrival was posted to Philomel 17 Jan 1950 and his rate advanced to Electrical Artificer 1st Class backdated to 23 Feb 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 3 Oct 1950 and sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1951. Served in Philomel 4 Dec 1951–15 Jan 1953 then in the Reserve Fleet until drafted to Lachlan 14 Mar 1953. Served in Bellona 12 Feb 1954 And returned to Philomel 23 Jun 1954. Served in Lachlan, Philomel, Wakefield and Philomel between 31 Aug 1954 and 23 Jul 1955. Sent to Maori in the UK and served in HMS Collingwood for eight months until drafted to Royalist 23 Apr 1956 and was part of the crew which sailed Royalist to NZ being involved in the Suez affair. On arrival in NZ served the rest of his time in either Philomel or Royalist until Discharged to RA on 19 Feb 1964 and went to live in Papatoetoe. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and the Naval LS&GC Medal on 24 Oct 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM (R). |
| GUILFORD, Lindsay Ian | 15547 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 16 Jun 1940. Entered the RNZN on 19 Jan 1956 as Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 10 Jul 1956 and to Junior Signalman 20 Dec 1956. Drafted 17 May 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for the Second Commission tour. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 18 Dec 1957. Served in the Communications Division. RTNZ 4 Jun 1958. Served in Philomel 16 Sep 1958 and advanced to Signalman 18 Mar 1959. Later served in Stawell and Pukaki where he changed his trade to Telegraph Operator Class 2 (TO2) 1 May 1960. Sent to the UK Jan 1961 to be a crew member to sail Taranaki to NZ for the RNZN Fleet. Advanced to TO1 on 5 May 1961. Later served in Otago 6 Aug 1962–9 Mar 1964 and in Royalist 12 Mar 1965–12 Jun 1966. Served in Philomel 13 Jun 1966. DEE 17 Jun 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GUINEY, Ian Emerson | 460674 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Ashburton 23 Sep 1930. Locomotive Fireman for NZ Railways, Frankton. Previous service in the Army. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 as a Gunner and flew to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the next day. Attached FAP to Canadian NCO School 13 Sep 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Brit Com Trg Depot for PT Course 20 May–16 Jun 1954. Returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted NCO Troop Sigs 8 Oct 1953 and to Temporary Bombardier 1 Mar 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 16–23 Jul 1954 and was discharged direct to unit. Promoted Bombardier 6 Oct 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by RNZAF Hastings (Flight 2) from Sydney to Harewood, deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Discharged 12 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). He later became in 1974 a General Service Hand (GSH) Air Assistant in the RNZAF Central Flying School, Wigram. Awarded the Air Efficiency Award 7 Apr 1988. His engagement was due to expire 23 Sep 1990 but CFS was trying to extend this time by 12 months. Died Christchurch 26 Jun 2006 aged 76 years. |
| GUINNESS, Mark Arthur | 206016 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by air via Manila and Australia. Deplaned NZ 22 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 164 days. Awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 9 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1119 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to his father’s address in Palmerston North. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GULDBRANDSEN, James Clarence | 14275 | Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 20/02/2058 | Born Hastings, New Zealand on 14 Apr 1931. He was a telephone technician before he entered the RNZN on 29 May 1952 as a Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was sent to HMAS Cerberus from 23 Jul 1952–8 Jul 1953. After RTNZ he was drafted to Irirangi 13 Jul 1953–24 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb–28 Jun 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 28 Jun 1955 then to Stawell 20 Aug 1955. He returned to Irirangi 22 Jul 1956. His name is listed in the Royalist Second Commission Souvenir Handbook, but he was only in Royalist for passage to Australia 20–25 May 1957 to attend courses in HMAS Cerberus 25 May 1957–19 Feb 1958. He did not serve in Korea. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal on 29 May 1967. Did not qualify for the NZGSM (K). Discharged by purchase 14 Jun 1974. |
| GULLIDGE, Trevor Alfred | 204688 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 29/12/2053 | 19/04/2055 | Born Cardiff, Wales, UK, 8 Apr 1928. Previous service in the Merchant Navy for eight years and became a Chief Cook. Employed as a chef at the Matamata Hotel. Attested in Kayforce 11 Aug 1953. Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 2 Jan 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ 26 Jan 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 25 Mar 1954. Discharged to unit 10 Apr 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9 Jun 1954 and was discharged to unit on 17 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier and appointed NCO i/c Officers Cook House NZ Base HQ 1 Dec 1954. Promoted Temporary Bombardier (Corporal Cook) 1 Apr 1955 and to Bombardier 1 Jul 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 20–22 Jun 1955 and was discharged to unit. M/O NZ Base Camp and attached FAP to Brit Com Gen Hosp (guarding prisoner) 9 Aug 1955. M/I NZ Base HQ 11 Aug 1955 CTBA Brit Com Gen Hosp and emplaned Iwakuni 16 Aug 1955 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 19 Aug 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas on year 234 days. Discharged 19 Oct 1955. Awarded the UN Korea Medal sent 29 Jan 1954 which was returned to Base Records (now Pers Archives). This was re-sent 29 Aug 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Christchurch 7 Sep 2009 aged 81 years. |
| GUMMER, Evan Charles | 33597 | Warrant Officer 1st Class | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/06/2054 | Born in NZ 25 Apr 1908. Served in 2 NZEF 1942–46. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in the office of the Deputy Adjutant General (Major G. Pleasants). Took over the appointment of Records Clerk. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953, p.424) “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30 Jun 1952”. He was responsible for the organisation and planning of the Headquarters Office. He was appointed Chief Clerk at Headquarters of the New Zealand Kayforce in Aug 1950. SOS Kayforce 3 Oct 1954 and was reposted to the Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 1966. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GUNDRY, Kenneth Carpenter (birth name KANERI) | 203964 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 05/02/2053 | Born Devonport, Auckland, 13 Mar 1922. WWII service in Div Cav. Also served in BCOF, Japan (827181, Trooper, Maori Battalion. Labourer from Devonport. Next-of-kin Mrs N. Gundry (mother) Birkenhead. Served under the name of GUNDRY. Discharged from BCOF, Japan on 6 Aug 1947. He was a carpenter working for Thos Clements, Otahuhu, Auckland. Attested 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by travelled in MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea disembarking 16 Aug 1961 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 5 Feb 1953. Served in Korea one year 237 days. SOS Kayforce 2 Apr 1953 and discharged from the Army. Served in Kayforce under the name of KANERI. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Birkenhead, North Shore, 31 Mar 1996 aged 74 years. |
| GUNION, Victor Alexander | 208137 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Palmerston North 5 Apr 1930. Came from Alexandria. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni. Served mainly in 10 Tpt Coy in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1120 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to an address in Alexandra. |
| GUNN, John Norman | 337093 | Leading Mechanic (Engineering) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Matamata 1 Oct 1934. Employed as a driver and labourer in Onehunga before entering the RNZN as a Stoker on 28 Jan 1954. His initial training was in Tamaki and Philomel and like many others his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Black Prince 20 Sep 1954–13 Sep 1956 and advanced through the rates to Acting Leading Mechanic (Engineering). Was in Philomel 14 Sep 1956 until drafted on 15 Jan 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for the Second Commission tour. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ he later served in Black Prince, Kaniere where he advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic and Royalist. DEE 21 Jan 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| GUNN, Ronald Edward | 815678 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/03/2054 | 02/11/2056 | Born Masterton 21 Jan 1933. TF soldier. Jockey prior to his first tour to Korea and Labourer before the second. Attested 7 Aug 1953 and underwent training in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZASC 4 Sep 1953. M/O Burnham 6pm 9 Mar 1954 to emplanement at Wellington 10 Mar on Teal flight 6 to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 20 Mar and entered Korea 21 Mar 1954. M/O 20 Sep and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for Cooking Course and M/I 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA NZ Base HQ. M/O 10 (NZ Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas for Sydney and deplaned Harewood 5 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served one year 57 days this trip. Discharged 8 Jun 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Re-enlisted 18 Oct 1955 and Posted to RNZASC as Cook. M/O Burnham 6pm, 28 Nov 1955 to Papakura for emplanement. Emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RM Airliner (Teal) for Sydney. Continued to Japan and deplaned Tokyo 4 Dec 1955. M/I to Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo then posted to RNZASC 13 Dec 1955 and onto 10 Tpt Coy 15 Dec 1955. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 26 Mar 1956 while performing duties in the Officers Mess. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl, 15 May 1956 and continued these duties and reverted to DVR on ceasing to do these duties 1 Aug 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Oct 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 2 Nov 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He served another period of 336 days making a total of two years 28 days overseas. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Dec 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Riwaka 14 Jul 2015 aged 82 years. |
| GUNTER, Thomas Gordon | 208783 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Hastings 3 Apr 1914, Came from Wellington. Driver for Wellington City Tramways. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952, M/O NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 15 Sep 1953 and M/I to this unit on 21 Sep 1953. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 22 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 31 Mar 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 235 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jun 1954. Enlisted in Regular Force 8 Jul 1954 and served in 2 Constr Sqn. M/O Linton Camp to Burnham and TSFD from RNZE to NZ Regt 13 Jul 1955. Discharged 3 Jun 1959. Died Palmerston North 17 Nov 1983 aged 69 years. Buried Foxton Cemetery. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GURNEY, Ian Maurice | 12478 | Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Whanganui on 25 Feb 1927. Carpenter's apprentice before he enlisted in the RNZN on 30 Sep 1948 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Signaller. First sea service in Bellona. Promoted Signalman 30 Mar 1950. Service in Bellona ended 11 Mar 1951. Embarked in Hawea (passage only) for course at HMAS Cerberus in Australia. Drafted to Taupo 30 Jul 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. While Taupo was in Singapore he was TSFD to work in the Royal Navy’s Kranji Wireless Transmission Station 3 Feb–21 Apr 1952 and returned to Taupo on 22 Apr 1952. The operators on duty here were often called part of the “Far East Fleet Pool’. On RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 he remained in Taupo. Drafted to Tamaki on 26 Jan 1953 and Philomel. DEE 29 Sep 1954. Died Palmerston North, 18 Aug 1996 aged 69 years. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| GURR, Edward Frederick | 12806 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Worthing, Sussex, UK, 23 Oct 1926. Employed as a carpenter before he entered the RN as a Stoker on 18 Jun 1945. Served in HMS Royal Arthur, Duke, Imperieuse, Victory and very briefly in the light cruiser Ceylon. He was then drafted to LST 3516 on 27 Nov 1945 and sailed to Malta where he as based at HMS St Angelo 30 Apr 1947. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 6 Jun 1946. While still at St Angelo LST 3516 was renamed HMS Striker and he continued to serve from 1 May–1 Dec 1947. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 2 May 1947. Released into Class ‘A’ Reserve 12 Mar 1948. Entered the RNZN on 6 Jun 1949 at Maori in London as a Stoker Mechanic. On arrival in NZ he served in Lachlan 29 Jul 1949–24 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel 25 Aug 1951–3 Jan 1952. Drafted to Rotoiti 4 Jan 1952 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. While in Korea he was sent across to serve in Belfast 3 Feb–28 May 1952 and then returned to Rotoiti. He then TSFD to Taupo 18 Sep 1952 and returned to Auckland in that ship on 21 Oct 1952. Served in Philomel 22 Oct 1952–15 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan–27 Nov 1953. Then returned to Philomel and served in ML 3552 9 Sep 1954–9 May 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class 19 Mar 1955. DEE 5 Jun 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GUSH, Alan Lyndon | 204129 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/02/2053 | Born Palmerston North 5 Apr 1930. Employed as a presser in Coo-ee Dry cleaners, Palmerston North. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 and disembarked Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Sep 1951. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 17–29 May 1952 and returned to unit. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 9–19 Oct 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (Lance Corporal LMG ‘C’ Pl) 19 Nov 1952. Reverted to Driver 16 Dec 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and furlough, via Guam and Port Moresby. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Did not return to Korea as he wanted to get married and was discharged 28 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 186 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| GUSH, William Charles | 203531 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 on flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan. Disembarked Kure, Japan, 29 Jul 1951. Then travelled to Korea. Served in 10 Tpt Coy. Motor cyclist attached to 16 Fd Regt. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb and was discharged direct to his unit 12 Dec 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 16 Dec 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Feb for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1953. Served overseas one year 247 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 Apr 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM. Died Hamilton, 2 Sep 1986, aged 60 years. |
| GUTHRIE, Clyde Robert | 15887 | Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born on 20 Dec 1939. Entered the RNZN on 24 May 1956 as a Junior Recruit. Advanced to Junior Radio Electricians Mate 4th Class 4 on 23 Nov 1956. Drafted to Royalist on 18 May 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Japan and Korea. Served in the Electrical Division. Advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 20 May 1958. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. He then served in several ships and stations including Irirangi, Lachlan, Irirangi where he advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate on 2 Nov 1960, Philomel advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate on 2 Nov 1961, Royalist again and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Radio Electrician on 1 Nov 1962, Irirangi again and advanced to Petty Officer Radio Electrician on 1 Nov 1963 then served in Pukaki. DEE 19 Dec 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and PJM. Died Whanganui 24 Oct 2011 aged 72 years. |
| GUTHRIE, Ivan Andrew | 914310 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 30/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Enlisted in Kayforce 15th Reinforcements. Emplaned Christchurch 30 Jun 1954 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and travelled onwards by civil aircraft via Guam to deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 3 Jul 1954. M/I NZRTU from NZ on 3 Jul 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Lance Corporal. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Jan 1956 from this flight. Served overseas one year 177 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Mar 1956 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1124 was sent 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Omaru. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Oamaru 11 Feb 1988. |
| GUTSCHLAG, Noel Albert | 208401 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 31/01/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Born Napier 4 Jan 1929. Driver for Newvale Coal Co, Gore. Attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Sent to the School of Sigs, Trentham Camp for Corps Training. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Mar 1952 and entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. M/I to his unit 28 Mar 1952. Had several conflicts with R&SOs and military behaviour which cost him time in detention and money. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 Nov 1953. Further conflicts with military law, AWOL twice more. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 8 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 313 days. Discharged 22 Apr 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1126 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Gore. Living in Whanganui in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 12 Jul 2019 aged 90 years. |
| GUTSELL, Alexander Stanley | 971658 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/03/2054 | 23/05/2055 | Born Invercargill 16 Jul 1932. Alex was a sawmiller like his older brother at the Blackhorn Sawmill, Waikawa Valley Road. Served in the CMT and then served in the TF in 33 Bty RNZA. Attested 23 Oct 1953 in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled onto Japan by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 27 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 3 Apr 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 6 Apr 1954. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 18 Jul 1954. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and CTBA CATC Inchon 1 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 15 Oct 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to the NZ Roll 17 Apr 1955. His flight was delayed for medical reasons. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni 18 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood 23 May 1955. Served overseas one year 61 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jul 1955 and reposted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1126 was sent on 22 Mar 1957 to his given address in Ranfurly. Also served in 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Died Invercargill, 28 Oct 2001 aged 69 years. Younger brother of Clarene Alfred Gutsell. |
| GUTSELL, Arthur Albert William Earle | 11255 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Alexandra on 16 Apr 1928. Entered the RNZN 18 Jul 1946 as an Assistant Steward. After training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona 31 Jan 1947. Advanced to Steward 18 Jul 1947. Returned to Tamaki 26 Jan 1948. DEE 17 Jul 1949. Re-entered the RNZN 8 Jun 1950 in the rate of Steward. Drafted to Lachlan 28 Jul 1950–25 Jan 1951 and advanced to Leading Steward 11 Dec 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 27 Nov 1951, promoted Acting Petty Officer Steward 28 Dec 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Promoted P.O. Steward 12 Dec 1952 and RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 but remained with Rotoiti until 2 Jul 1953. Final service was in Tamaki and Philomel. DEE 7 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GUTSELL, Clarence Alfred | 208727 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 09/08/2052 | 18/05/2054 | Born Riverton 20 Jul 1929. Clarence was a sawmiller at the Waitane Sawmilling Co. Attested 3 Apr 1952 on 23 Oct 1953 Kayforce. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in Burnham. Did not adhere to Unit R&SOs and committed several disciplinary breaches. Emplaned Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Evans Bay, to Sydney, then by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 20 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 28 Aug 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and M/I to his unit 28 Aug 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ 5 Apr 1953 and was employed on escort duties. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 10 Apr 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 18–21 May 1953 and was discharged to his unit. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 Mar 1954. Embarked 16 Apr 1954 on SS Taiping for RTNZ to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 18 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 283 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. At this time he was a foreman at the Bluff Canning Coy Attested in the Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 in Burnham Camp. Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 TSS Captain Cook and sailed for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Garrison Camp 15 Dec 1957. M/I to FTC Kota Tinggi 27 Dec 1957 for training at Jungle Warfare School. M/O Nyassa Camp 12 Feb 1953, M/I to Ipoh Area 13 Feb 1958 and M/O Ipoh Area to Tanah Hitam Camp 4 Mar 1958.Later served in D Coy, 1 Bn NZ Regt. Disembarked from TSS Captain Cook at Lyttelton 19 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. TSFD to the RF Reserve 18 Mar 1960. Died Dunedin 11 May 1983 aged 53 years. Older brother of Alexander Stanley Gutsell. |
| GUY, Ross William | 205269 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Christchurch on 20 Jun 1931. Employed as a cutter for the uniform and clothing Manufacturer A Levy Ltd, Wellington. Served in CMT 5th Intake and became a serving TF soldier for three years. Marched into Waiouru Camp 11.30pm on 27 Jan 1953 (from the Wellington train) as a Lance Corporal. Attested in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements in Wellington on 28 Jan 1953. (A clerical error?) Sent to Burnham Camp for Corps Training and was posted to Active Service on 15 Apr 1953. Emplaned Auckland on 25 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and is next shown as deplaning Japan and M/I to NZRTU on 28 Jun 1953. His passage from Japan to Korea is not shown on his record but was probably by ship from Sasebo to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea on 13 Jul 1953. M/O from 10 (NZ Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Brisbane and by air from Brisbane to deplane Auckland on 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 153 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1955 and was posted to a TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| GUYTON, James Leslie | 207904 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/05/2051 | Born Gore, Southland 8 Dec 1924. Came from Invercargill. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Battle casualty, gunshot wound to right thigh. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1951 for RTNZ for medical reasons (walking case) and deplaned Wellington on 15 May 1951. Served overseas 146 days. Discharged 26 Sep 1951. Returned to Invercargill. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to his address in Invercargill. Died Invercargill 28 Sep 1992 aged 67 years. Buried Soldiers Ave, Eastern Cemetery, Invercargill. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| GYDE, Robin Harold Edwin | 676149 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/06/2054 | 13/04/2056 | Born Eketahuna 28 Aug 1934. Served in CMR and then in the TF. Attested in Kayforce 28 Aug 1953. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 19 Jun 1954. Entered Korea circa 22 Jun 1954 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Served as a driver in A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy in Duck Bill and Gloucester Valley areas. Was rather proud of the fact that he had the only QL Bedford Truck fitted with air horns, borrowed (permanently) from the US Marine Corps. Returned to Sydney on the ship New Australia and flew from Sydney to New Zealand. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Living in Tauranga 2004 and died 2 Oct 2005 aged 69 years. |
| HAAMI, John Honi (AKA Denny Jones) | 206882 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 25/05/2054 | Born Te Karaka, Gisborne 3 Nov 1928. Labourer at Hastings at time of enlistment 19 Mar 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland about 4.45pm on 25 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 288 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Gisborne, 24 Jun 1983. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. May be related to 14127 HAAMI, Te Ua Boydy who served in the RNZN. |
| HAAMI, Te Ua Boydy | 14127 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Te Karaka, north-west of Gisborne 3 Feb 1931. Employed as an apprentice fireman with NZ Railways before enlisting as a Stoker in the RNZN on 24 Jan 1952. After basic training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 21 Jun 1952–11 Jan 1952. Was less than a month in Philomel then drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1952. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Able Seaman 24 Jul 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 the only ship to serve exactly one year from departure to Korea and return. Also served in Tamaki and Philomel then was drafted to Black Prince (for passage only) to attend a course in HMAS Ruschcutter in eastern Sydney. On RTNZ was in Philomel and then drafted to Pukaki 25 Feb 1956. As Pukaki was then in Korean water it is presumed that he flew to join the ship in Korea or Japan. Pukaki RTNZ in Jul 1956 but he remained in the ship and sailed in Dec 1956 as an escort for the Endeavour to the edge of the pack ice in Antarctica. On RTNZ he was drafted to Philomel and later served in Black Prince, Lachlan and again in Black Prince he returned to Philomel 9 Jan 1960. DEE 23 Jan 1960. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. May be related to 206882 Gunner John HAAMI, who was also Born Te Karaka and served in the RNZA in Korea. |
| HAAWE, Hone Arapeti | 204183 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Herekino, Mangonui County, Northland 2 Aug 1927. Labourer for Bycroft Ltd, Auckland. Attested 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on HMT Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar and entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 22 Apr 1952. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Feb 1953 but was reverted to Gunner 27 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Dec 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HACCHE, Winton Richard (Dick) | 203945 | Gunner | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 06/02/2053 | Born Gisborne 21Jun 1929. Linesman for Post & Telegraph Department a Papakura. Attested 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned 15 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Attached FAP Brit Com Occupation Force Korea Detention Barracks, Kure 6 Aug 1951 to attend Provost Course. Posted to NZ Base HQ 10 Dec 1951 and remained attached FAP Brit Com Occupation Force Detention Barracks, Kure. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Dec 1951 and appointed Provost NCO. Entered Korea 6 Apr 1952. TSFD from RNZA to the RNZ Pro Corps on 30 May 1952. Was attached to Brit Com Base Provost Coy at Pusan on arrival in Korea and was then posted to NZ Base at Pusan. Attached again on two occasions to BCFK Field Punishment Centre Pusan. Attached FAP No.1 Pro Section Brit Com Field Maint Area and ceased to be attached to Brit Com Base Prov Coy 26 Oct 1952. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Dec 1952. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 2 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 6 Feb 1953. Served overseas one year 237 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 11 Apr 1953. Died Hastings 22 Oct 2015 aged 86 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HACKETT, Edward Roy (Ted) | 203710 | Driver | NZ Base HQ Tpt Section | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Feilding 23 Jul 1929. Upholsterer for Smith and Brown, Auckland. Attested in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Regimental Pool then posted to NZ Base HQ. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 5 Apr 1951. Re-posted to NZ Base HQ 8 Jul 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Nov 1951. Accidentally injured 23 Apr 1952 when the jeep he was driving was struck from behind by a truck and overturned. Admitted Norwegian MASH, TSFD to 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station and was TSFD on 1 May 1952 to Brit Com Gen Hospital in Kure, Japan and then to No.6 Convalescent Depot. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned from Teal flight (Ararangi Sunderland flying boat) at Auckland 19 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Sep 1952. Later Awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died, possibly in Australia, 6 Nov 2014 aged 84 years. |
| HACKETT, Henry Horace Mancel | 204732 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Balmoral, Auckland, 15 Aug 1927. Carpenter last employed at the Carlton Gore Garage, New Market. Also gave his profession as clothes presser for Guthrie Bowron at Auckland. Was a steward at Fort Dorset from 26 Aug 1953 but was discharged after two months. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements 4 May 1954. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 18 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 21 Sep 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai Air Base Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 235 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jun 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HACKFORD, John Denis | 208211 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/03/2055 | Born Hull, UK, 13 Mar 1935. Served in BCOF with NZ Forces. Embarked on the Dunera at Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and disembarked Japan 2 Aug. Taken on strength of 3 Bn NZ Regt. Promoted Acting Corporal 30 Sep 1947. Attached to Tokyo Battalion 1 Nov 1947–23 Mar 1948. Embarked Japan 31 Jul and RTNZ disembarking Auckland 16 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 17 Sep 1948. Rubber worker at Marathon Rubber Co, Woolston, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Injured in a jeep accident 1 Jan 1952 and was admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Entered Korea 8 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt as Dental Officer's (Captain Cull) Driver. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Dec 1952. Attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 14 Apr 1953 until 16 Jul 1953. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy and was then attached FAP to 5 Air Force Sqn 26 Aug–1 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jan 1955 while holding appointment of Corporal Instructor at NZ Base Camp and to Lance Corporal 25 Feb 1955. Was granted two 12-month extensions to his service in Korea and took his furlough on each occasion in Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 3 years 236 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jun 1955. Re-enlisted in Kayforce but was discharged on 3 Mar 1956 without returning to Korea. Joined Regular Force 28 Sep 1956 and was posted to Southern District Transport Company. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 16 Jul 1963 and substantiated the same day. Posted to RNZASC School Waiouru 15 Jun 1966. Promoted Staff Sergeant 8 Jun 1967 with seniority from 18 Nov 1966. Posted to Papakura Camp 15 Jul 1970 and assumed the appointment of Instructor Papakura Platoon 1 Nov 1971. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, LS&GC Medal and KWSM. Living in Papakura 1996. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Papakura, 10 Sep 2007 aged 72 years. |
| HADDOCK, Cecil Thomas | 207247 | Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 14/06/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born Raetihi 1 Oct 1920. Came from Hokitika. Motor mechanic with NZ Railway Road Services at Hokitika. Served in Nelson, Marlborough & West Coast Regt for about one year with Army number 3/4/483. Previous service in the Army in 2 NZEF with Service No 253756. Embarked for overseas service with 8th Reinforcements 10 Dec 1942. Disembarked Egypt 5 Jan 1943. Served in 6 NZ Div Wksp and NZ Engr Training Depot. Posted from 6 NZ Div Workshop to 2 NZ Div Workshop 1 Jul 1943. Also served in 5 NZ Inf Bde Workshop in Italy 11 Jun 1943–8 May 1945 then back to NZEME 2 NZ Div Workshop. RTNZ in HMT Mooltan arriving on 20 Dec 1945 and disembarked Lyttelton 21 Dec 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Discharged from 2 NZEF 22 Mar 1946. Enlisted in Territorial Force 2 Feb 1950. Mechanic for Miekle and Son Blenheim. Enlisted in Kayforce on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight from and travelled to Korea by air via Australia and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 and entered Korea 24 Jun. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 22 Aug 1952 at 16 Fd Regt and to Sergeant 16 Jun 1953 at NZ Base HQ. M/O and TSFD to NZ Roll 17 Dec 1953. Embarked 14 Jan 1954 at Sasebo in HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Singapore and Suva, Fiji. Disembarked at Devonport, Auckland, 2 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 262 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 5 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1136 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to an address in Hokitika. Returned to Hokitika. Died Turangi 10 Aug 1974 aged 54 years. Buried Turangi Cemetery. Brother of Francis William Haddock. |
| HADDOCK, Francis William | 207729 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Born Ohakune 16 Oct 1924. Previous service in RNZAF in the Pacific theatre on Guadalcanal and Los Negros. Service No 437160 with rank of Leading Aircraftman. Discharged Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Tractor operator. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 20 Jul 1951 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 268 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged 20 Dec 1952. Brother of Cecil Thomas Haddock. Died Christchurch 15 Sep 1976 aged 52 years. |
| HADDRELL, Leslie Frederick John | 208493 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/05/2052 | 18/02/2054 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton 1 Sep 1925. Embarked for service in BCOF Japan 29 May 1946 (648075, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Farmhand from Taupiri near Hamilton. Next-of-kin Mr F.P. Haddrell (father) of Taupiri.) Was attached to NZ Tokyo Battalion for approx six weeks in Jan 1947. RTNZ and disembarked at Wellington on 5 Jul 1947, was discharged on 13 Aug 1947. Enlisted in the RNZAF in 1949 (73591 Aircraftman 2nd Class) but requested his release after five months service. He was employed as a motor mechanic for Ford Motor Co at Christchurch. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 14 May 1954 on Teal flight (RMA Aranui) to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil flight and deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1952. Entered Korea 21 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for a course of instruction 13 Feb 1953. Apparently remained at CATC Inchon until returning to 16 Fd Regt on 25 Nov 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained in NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 11 Feb 1954. Served overseas one year 281 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 Apr 1954. Died 18 Jun 1985, Wellington aged 60 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAENGA, Edward | 206883 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 09/12/2053 | Born Tuparoa, East Coast, 10 Jun 1928. Shepherd for Mr T Mackey at Ruatoria. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 18 Mar 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. TSFD from RNZA to the RNZASC on 16 Jan 1953. He then TSFD from RNZASC to back to the RNZA on 4 Feb 1953. Posted from Reinforcement Unit to 16 Fd Regt on 5 Mar 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Posted to Dog Troop, 162 Bty. RTNZ on charter flight for discharge (compassionate). Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1953. Served overseas one year 125 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were returned unclaimed. Medals re-issued but these were lost during the 1980s. Replacements issued at cost in 1993. Discharged 1 Feb 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAENGA, Rangi Albert | 206969 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 06/07/2054 | Born Ruatoria, East Coast 24 Sep 1930. Dairy farmer at Ruatoria. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Jul 1954. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 3 Sep 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAENGA, Saul (Haora) | 206608 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Tikitiki, East Coast, on 4 May 1931. Press operator, Precision Engineering Co Ltd, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 31 Oct 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. His brother Lima Haenga went through the process of enlistment, passed the medical, dental and other testing then decided he did not want to serve in Kayforce. Saul went into Kayforce under his brother's name as he wanted to save the family name. It was his mother who alerted Army HQ of this matter and she was commended for this action. Saul Haora was enlisted under his own name at Hiro in Japan on 31 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Attached FAP 16 Fd Regt 27 Apr 1952. He served well. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 May 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAERE, Whitipoho | 206968 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 06/07/2054 | Born Tolaga Bay, East Coast 13 Nov 1930. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 13 Dec 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Embarked Sasebo circa 29 Dec 1952 for the sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 6 Jul 1954. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 3 Sep 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1140 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to the Post Office, Tolaga Bay. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 7 Aug 1997 aged 67 years. |
| HAGEN, Mervyn Henrik | 211098 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 25/06/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Fitzroy, New Plymouth 15 Mar 1928. Employed in Post & Telegraph Department in the Telegraph Branch before joining RNZN, as a Signalman, with Service No 11335. Had served in HMNZS Bellona, HMNZS Taupo but not in Korean waters. Was still serving in HMNZS Kiwi when he made his application to join Kayforce. Discharged from RNZN 20 Nov 1952 having completed six years engagement. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 25 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Japan 30 Jun 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1953 and was posted to H Troop, 2 Sqn, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Was at Ingleburn Camp for part of his service in Korea. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to then NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the RTNZ by Teal flight deplaning at Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died New Plymouth 21 Aug 1972 aged 44 years. |
| HAGGART, Alan Joseph | 207906 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Gore, Southland 23 Feb 1925. Served in the Home Guard during WWII. Also served in RNZAF for two years as a fabric worker with Service No 44467 and the rank of Aircraftman 1st Class. Served with the Force Maintenance Unit on Bougainville, Servicing Unit Bougainville and with 2 Sqn (Bomber Reconnaissance with Venturas at this stage) at Jacquinot Bay, on the island of New Britain, Papua New Guinea. Awarded Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Butcher for Southland Frozen Meat Co, Matura. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. After training mainly in Waiouru he embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Lost a small number of personal items in a fire at the QM store at Pusan in Feb 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, New Guinea to Sydney. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 7 Aug 1952. Returned initially to Gore. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1142 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to his given address in Gore. Died Dunedin, 24 Jul 1993 aged 68 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM which may have been claimed by his family. |
| HAGGAS, Michael | 204130 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Kings Lynn, Norfolk, UK, 24 Mar 1929. Previous service in the Royal Navy at Pangborne Nautical College as Senior Cadet Officer. Casual labourer for Mr R.M. Barker at Mangapehi. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while at sea on 4 Aug 1951. Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked at Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for the sea trip to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea 4 Sep 1951. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 8 Oct 1951 and appointed Section Commander ‘C’ Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Was several times attached to NZ Base HQ and returned to his unit. Attached FAP 25 Canadian Detention Barracks temporary staff. Promoted Corporal 8 Apr 1952. Must have also spent time attached to 12 Fd Sqn, Royal Engineers as he was reprimanded there for an omission. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAGGO, John Maxwell Kay | 9118 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Pukekohe 9 Sep 1927. Farmhand before he enlisted in the RNZN on 4 Feb 1944 and was granted the rate of Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to Gambia on 11 Feb 1945 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 9 Mar 1945. Was on board when the ship was engaged with towing the damaged HMS Ulster to Leyte Gulf in May 1945. He was on board when Gambia bombarded the Japanese mainland and she represented New Zealand at the formal surrender on 2 Sep 1945. RTNZ in Dec 1945. TSFD to the Communications Branch in late 1945. Served in Arabis and went to England in this ship and returned in Taupo when that vessel was bought for the RNZN. Also served in Kaniere. Drafted as Acting Leading Telegraphist to Tutira 11 May 1950. On 3 Jul this ship left for Korean waters. On 14 Jun 1950 he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 30 May 1951 and then served at Irirangi, Waiouru. Later served in Black Prince as Petty Officer Telegraphist. Discharged to Shore 8 Sep 1957, Engagement Expired. Went to Ngaruawahia. Died Hamilton 18 Jun 1987. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAIG, James | 206986 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2052 | 06/07/2054 | Born Gisborne 9 May 1930. Came from Tikitiki, East Coast. Clerk for Waiapu Farmers Co-op Co Ltd, Tikitiki. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952, posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 15 Dec and entered Korea 16 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 6 Jul 1954. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 26 Sep 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Westport 7 Jan 1976, aged 46 years. His family may be entitled to his NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAIG, William Tutepuaki | 206071 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Gisborne 14 Mar 1928. Linesman for State Hydro Department, Napier. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Had only been in Korea for a short time when he was admitted 23 Feb 1951 to 60 Indian Fd Amb, TSFD to 3rd American Stationary Hospital 27 Feb 1951, was diagnosed with smallpox and was placed on the dangerously ill list. TSFD to Brit Com General Hosp Kure, made a satisfactory recovery and was discharged from hospital 14 Apr 1951 to 16 Fd Regt. Was sent on TOD to Tokyo 10–15 Jun 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. First part of return was to Australia and completed the journey to NZ deplaning Auckland 19 Jul 1952 from the Teal flying boat Ararangi. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 16 Sep 1952. Applied for re-enlistment in Kayforce in Aug 1954 but did not return to Korea. Died Tikitiki, 31 Jul 1997 aged 69 years. |
| HAIGNEY, Raymond | 12605 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Ladgate, Durham, UK, 11 Jan 1928. Employed as an assembler before entering the RN on 12 Dec 1945 as an Ordinary Seaman. Served in shore stations until drafted to HMS Vanguard 26 Nov 1946–16 Jul 1947. Advanced to Able Seaman 26 Mar 1947 and had qualified Radar Controller 3rd Class the same date. Drafted to HMS Resource (depot ship) 19 Jul 1947–19 Jan 1948. Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 18 Mar 1948. Entered the RNZN at Cook 6 Feb 1949, renamed Maori 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 then to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949. He sailed in that ship to NZ and on arrival was drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1949–20 May 1951. Served in Philomel and Tamaki 24 Oct–1 Dec 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 2 Dec 1951–14 Aug 1953. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953 he remained in his ship then served in Philomel 15 Aug 1953. Travelled back to Maori 22 Jan 1955 and was DEE in England 3 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Offered for sale at Dix, Noonan and Webb 19–20 Jul 2017. Korea 1950–53 (R. Haigney. A.B. N.Z.12605) impressed naming a little uneven in parts; UN Korea 1950–54, unnamed, very fine (2) £120–140. Sold with New Zealand Defence Force letter confirming that 12605 R. Hargney [sic] served aboard HMNZS Rotoiti in Korean waters between Oct 1950 and Nov 1951. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HAINES, Clarence Walter Henry (Clarrie) | 207697 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born Leeston, Canterbury 16 May 1925. Footwear (boots) factory operator for Suckling Brothers, Christchurch. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 23 May 1952 from the Teal flying boat Ararangi ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 166 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jul 1952 and was living in Christchurch. Died Rangiora, 5 Jun 1998 aged 73 years. Family later received the NZOSM and the KWSM. |
| HAINES, Ian Patrick | 14470 | Steward | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 23/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK, 1 Feb 1927. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RN on 28 May 1945 as an Assistant Steward with Service No D/LX 750480. Underwent initial training in Royal Arthur and served in shore stations for much of his service including time in Golden Hind (Sydney Australia) Nov 1945–Feb 1946. Drafted to Bonaventure (depot ship) which was based in Australia and may well have returned to the UK in this vessel. Served briefly in Drake then drafted to Vanguard (Britain’s largest warship at the time) 4 May 1948. Advanced to Leading Steward 27 Apr 1948. Released to the Reserve 24 Jun 1950. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 22 Oct 1954 as a Steward. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel until drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955. He sailed from Auckland 23 Jul 1955 in Pukaki to serve in SE Asia and Korea and was in Korean waters about Aug 1955 to May 1956. Advanced to Leading Steward 1 Feb 1956. On RTNZ was drafted to Black Prince 14 Aug 1956–15 Mar 1958. Also served in both Rotoiti and Endeavour but does not appear to have gone to Antarctica and Irirangi where he advanced to Petty Officer Steward 14 Jul 1960. DEE 10 Oct 1960. His WWII service awards are not known except for War Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HAINES, Percy Edwin | 207855 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Blenheim 27Jun 1927. Clerk for Levin & Co, Blenheim. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Was employed in 162 Bty Command Post and in RHQ Troop for a period whilst in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 86) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 181 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Admitted Wairau Hospital 24–28 Jul 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Aug 1952. Living at Blockhouse Bay, Auckland, in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Auckland 28 Jan 2018 aged 90 years. |
| HAIR, Selwyn David | 568169 | Corporal | 10 Tpt Company Wksp | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Hastings 19 Aug 1932. Assistant Linesman for Wairoa Electric Power Board. 2nd Intake CMT then serving TF soldier in 1 Bn Hawkes Bay Regt. TSFD to Kayforce 2 Dec 1952 and was attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 and travelled by Teal aircraft to Sydney then by Qantas to Japan where he deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 19 May 1953. Clerk in 10 Tpt Coy Wksp. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 28 Jul 1954 and to Temporary Corporal 25 Sep 1954 when he was appointed MT clerk. Promoted Corporal 20 Oct 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Flew from Australia to New Zealand by Teal aircraft. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jan 1955 and re-posted to Territorial Force. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Joined Regular Force 11 Jul 1966 and served in RNZDC until 23 Jul 1970 when he was discharged from Woodbourne Dental Section. |
| HAISTY, James O'Neill | 802731 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Greymouth on 16 Aug 1930. Coal miner at the Blackball, Greymouth, then Bushman for State Sawmills Roa, Westland. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned Wellington 6 May 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney then by Qantas flight via Port Moresby, Guam and then to Iwakuni. Entered Japan 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 18 May 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Served mainly at the Imjin River area and at the Truce position. Div Tpt Pl was mainly involved in transporting / driving senior officers of the Commonwealth Division. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Dec 1953. Was for a time Major General Murray's driver when he was appointed Divisional Commander. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Played in the NZ Rugby Team at Hiro in Japan. Had his camera stolen by two Royal Irish Fusiliers who sold the camera to a pawn shop. They were disciplined for that act but Lance Corporal Haisty had to pay the pawnbroker 3000 yen to get his camera back. Promoted Lance Corporal 2 Nov 1954. Embarked Kure 6 Nov 1954 on the New Australia which went to Pusan to pick up more returnees before heading south to disembark Sydney and flying to Auckland. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Served overseas one year 206 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Living in Queensland, Australia since 1959. Owner/driver of a brewery truck for Castlemaine Beer. Later Owner of Royal Automobile Club Queensland. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Retired but still active as a wood carver 2006. Died 16 Feb 2015 aged 85 years in Deception Bay, Queensland, Australia. |
| HAITANA, Jack Wiro | 622018 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/05/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Raetihi 25 Jan 1931. Labourer for Ministry of Works at Whanganui. 5th Intake CMT. Then served as a TF soldier in D Coy, 1 Wellington West Coast & Taranaki Regt. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 8.30am on 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then by Qantas to Japan. Entered Japan 23 May 1953. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia and completed the return journey and deplaned Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Was delayed by being admitted to hospital in Sydney with asthma. Served overseas one year 191 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Now bulldozer driver for Ministry of Works at Whanganui. Re-enlisted in 20th Reinforcements, at Burnham Camp 8 Nov 1955 and re-embarked Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on a on a Royal Mail airliner (Teal) to Sydney. Re-entered Japan 4 Dec 1955 and re-entered Korea 14 Dec and was re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Japan 16 Nov 1956 and RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings on 23 Apr 1956 for compassionate reasons. Served 145 days on second deployment. Discharged 5 May 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 1 Apr 1989 aged 57 years. |
| HAKARAIA, Hohaia Joseph | 203681 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 28/10/2053 | Born Russell on 14 Oct 1928. Served in BCOF, Japan, 15 Jul 1947 to 16 Aug 1948. Carpentry Trainee at Kaikohe. Attested in Kayforce Main Body on 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Fd Regt gun number 161 Bty. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Accidently injured 6 Nov 1951 and was admitted to Tokyo Army Hospital and then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ on 1 Jun 1952 (RTNZ Roll No.67) on furlough and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952. Re-emplaned for Korea 14 Jul 1952. Re-entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was re-posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant while holding appointment of Gun No.1, 3 Mar 1953, but reverted to Bombardier. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 as Gunner for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Feb 1954. Total service in Korea two years 285 days. Joined Regular Force 10 Jun 1963. Served as section 2i/c in 2 Platoon, A Company, 1 Gurr’s Battalion in Malaya and Borneo Nov 1963-Nov 1965. Mentioned in CONTACT REPORT of action near LUBOK ANTU, Sarawak, 9 Aug 1965. Promoted Temporary Corporal. GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Borneo’ forwarded to HQ NZ Force Singapore in Dec 1966. Also served in South Vietnam having TSFD from RNZIR to RNZA. Deplaned Tan Son Nhut airport 1 Aug 1966. Gun Number 161 Bty. Emplaned Vung Tau 28 Aug 1967 for RTNZ. Served as National Service Training Unit Instructor at Waiouru. Returned to 161 Bty in South Vietnam deplaning Vung Tau 19 Jul 1969. Emplaned Vietnam 11 Jun 1970 for return to Singapore and then to NZ. Last appointment in Army, Sergeant Instructor at Regular Force Depot. Discharged on medical grounds 20 Jul 1973. Died at Bay of Islands Hospital, Kawakawa, 6 Aug 1995 (Cancer). Also awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (V), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAKARAIA, John Wereta | 12860 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Bulls, Manawatu, 11 Jun 1930. Employed as a butcher before he entered the RNZN on 13 Jan 1949 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel until drafted to Bellona 3 Apr 1949. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 9 Nov 1950. Served in Philomel 30 Aug 1951–23 Jan 1953. Returned to Bellona 24 Jun 1952 and was in the Reserve Fleet 16 Jan 1953–24 Mar 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 27 Mar 1953 but the ship had sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. There is nothing on his Posting Card to identify how he travelled to meet his ship. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Drafted to Philomel 27 May 1954. DEE 12 Jan 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAKARAIA, Lawton David | 206884 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Otaki on 16 Feb 1926. Labourer for the Public Works Department at Tawatapu. Attested 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight from to Sydney. Continued the journey to Japan by civil airliner deplaning Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby, to Sydney and deplaned Wellington 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 277 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jun 1954. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tarawera on 10 Feb 1984 aged 58 years. |
| HAKARAIA, Manihera | 204543 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Auckland 15 Aug 1925. Came from Russell, Bay of Islands. Railway employee NZ Government Railways, Penrose Depot. Sometimes known as Samuel Maunsell. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and entered Japan 7 Mar 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Sailed from Sasebo to Pusan and entered Korea 10 Mar 1953. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon 7–23 Jun 1953 for artillery training course and again 29 Nov–14 Dec 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 14 Feb 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 21 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned 12 Sep 1954 Auckland from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 193 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Nov 1954. Died Hamilton 26 Aug 1978 aged 53 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAKARAIA, Rangi (Sonny) | 204604 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Ohinemutu, Rotorua 13 Dec 1929. Labourer for Maori Affairs Department, Rotorua. Attested 2 Dec 1952in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Rotorua. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Apr 1953. A small group comprising Driver R.W. Milne, Driver W. Burgess, Driver P. Hemana, Corporal E.A. Priest, Driver R. Hakaraia, Driver C.H. Stansfield and Driver P.K. Derwin M/I to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. SOS Kayforce 19 Dec 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Rotorua 10 Jun 2005 aged 76 years. Sonny was the President of the NZ Korea Veterans Assn 1986–1990 and attended NZKVA functions in his wheelchair when he was able. |
| HALE, Richard Thomas | 11819 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Hamilton on 24 Jun 1923. Served in the RN and was appointed to Delight a D-class destroyer, Sep 1939–39 Jul 1940 which served in the Norwegian campaign and was sunk by bombing on 29 Jul 1940. This was followed by service in Ascania, Nov 1940–Jun 1942, formerly an Atlantic passenger ship converted to an armed merchant cruiser. During this period he served in the Halifax Escort Force, Bermuda and Halifax Escort Force, North Atlantic Escort force and then came to the New Zealand Station. TSFD from the Royal Naval Reserve to the Royal New Zealand Naval Reserve on 2 Jun 1942. Served in Leander Jul 1943–Mar 1944. Lieutenant 3 Jun 1943. Served in Western Isles for two months, a former passenger ship taken by the RN as an escort command training ship. Then served in Cowslip, a Flower-class corvette, May 1944–Oct 1945. RTNZ Jun 1946. Served in Achilles and then Bellona. Appointed to Taupo as 2i/c Exec Off 15 Dec 1950. Sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951. Promoted Lieutenant Commander 3 Jun 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. After RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 he was sent to the UK for advanced training and on exchange service for two and a half years from 20 Apr 1953. In Maori awaiting passage to NZ 20 Apr 1955. Appointed to Hawea in command 31 Aug 1955. Appointed to Pukaki on 29 May 1955 (in command) and sailed to serve once more in SE Asian and Korean waters. Later director of Naval Recruiting in Nov 1957. Aide de Camp to the Governor General on 1 Sep 1959. Appointed to Royalist as 27 Feb 1962. Later Appointed in Command of Otago 24 Nov 1967. Granted Act rank of Commodore 16 Jun 1969. Later Commodore 30 Jun 1970 and appointed Deputy Chief of Naval Staff 1 Jun70. Served in Wakefield as Honorary Aide de Camp to the Shahansha of Iran 27 Sep 1974. Released from RNZN on 30 Dec 1974. Appointed OBE. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZSSM (received from the Minister of Defence on Sat 27 Apr 2002) and KWSM. Posted to Retired List 11 Feb 1975. Living at Westport 2002. Died Buller Hospital Westport on 2 Jul 2015 aged 93 years. |
| HALFORD, H D | 0 | ? | ? | ? | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | A Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1154 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to an address in Taupiri. It is not known where this error occurred. Was it incorrect information from the NZ Army at that time or was it a Post Office error as this list was produced by the NZ Post Offices and dated stamped for Registered Mail delivery. No further information has been found. There are several occurrences like this in the NZ Post list. |
| HALFORD, Thomas Desmond | 204521 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/12/2052 | 11/10/2055 | Born Great Barrier Island 3 Feb 1930. Tailing out mill hand at Ranginui Timber Coy, Pureora, Mangapehi. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere at for passage to Sydney and onwards to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Provisionally accepted as a driver in the Regular Force while serving in Korea. Served overseas two years 293 days. Tom was one of a small group of men who married a young Japanese woman and he married (Miss Akie Tatuye Nakagawa) while in theatre. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 May 1955. Disembarked with his wife from the ship Monowai at Auckland 11 Oct 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Feb 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 21 Mar 1956 and was posted to NZ Regt as Driver Mechanic. TSFD from the NZ Regt to RNZEME on 18 Jun 1956 and was promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 May 1957 and posted to Northern Districts Workshop, Papakura Camp and was attached FAP for duty at Workshop Section, Ngaruawahia 28 May 1959. Discharged at own request upon payment 21 Jan 1960. Requested replacement medals in 1987 as his initial issue medals were stolen. Later living at Whangaparaoa. Applied for NZGSM (K) in 1998 but was refused under the then extant regulations. Later became entitled to this award and the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HALIBURTON, Lyndon Ralph | 206885 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Hunterville 7 Nov 1929. Fire brigades man 1st Class driver Wellington Fire Brigade. Attested 16 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce replacement in Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 30 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952 as a Signals operator, 162 Bty. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for course of instruction 1 Feb 1953. M/I 16 Fd Regt and CTBA to CATC Inchon 22 Feb 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 277 days. SOS Kayforce 27 Jun 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| HALIDAY, John Randal | 2043 | Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Thames, NZ, 9 Aug 1921. Enlisted in the NZ Division of the RN on 4 Oct 1940. Served during WWII in the Atlantic, Mediterranean and Pacific theatres on board HMS Leander and Achilles. Served on convoy duties to Malta. Also served in the occupation force in Japan 19 Sep 1945 to 20 May 1946. Drafted to Hawea 19 Jan 1951. Left NZ on 2 Mar 1951 for Korea and served on east and west coasts, in the Han River and Yalu Gulf areas. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. DEE 4 Oct 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal 1939–34, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45 and NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Malta 50th Anniversary Medal and KWSM. Living at Panmure, Auckland, 2005. Died Panmure, Auckland, circa 2005 aged 84 years. |
| HALL, Charles Barry | 206676 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZAOC | 15/05/2052 | 31/12/2052 | Born Napier on 17 Dec 1929. Employed as a driver for Hodder and Tolly, Feilding. Attested in Kayforce as a Replacement Draft in Linton Camp on 10 Jan 1952. Posted to Active Service 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 as a Private on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to NZ Base HQ (Ordnance Section) and entered Korea on 23 May 1952. Had some problems adhering to military law. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, 2–17 Oct 1952. Returned to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to the NZ Roll (Medical) on 22 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 to RTNZ for medical reasons and deplaned Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 231 days. Discharged 19 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HALL, Douglas Forester Wilson | 10912 | Instructor Lieutenant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Oamaru on 27 Oct 1924. Instructor Lieutenant with seniority from 4 Feb 1952. He had gained the B.Sc. Appointed to Tamaki on 18 Feb 1952. Appointed to Hawea 8 Jan 1954. Appointed to Royalist on 4 Feb 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia, Japan and Korea. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. He then served in several ships and stations including Philomel, Tamaki, Royalist again and Rotoiti. Later Education Adviser to Commodore Auckland and promoted to Instructor Commander 1968. Released from service 27 Oct 1974, Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HALL, Douglas Keith | 457361 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 04/06/2055 | Born Waiuku 12 Apr 1932. TF soldier who served in RNZASC and then in 1 Armd Regt. To be Temporary Lance Corporal and attended a TF Officer Selection Board 10–13 Jul 1952. Promoted Sergeant 24 Nov 1952, Attended TF Regt Signals Refresher course Waiouru 8–13 Nov 1953. Attested in Kayforce 16 Jun 1954. Posted to RNZA for Arty Sigs. Retains rank of Sergeant held in TF prior to enlistment in Kayforce. Emplaned 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight at Auckland to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 19 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Jun 1954 and entered Korea the next day. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 9 Oct 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 12 May 1955. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas aircraft for return to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 354 days. Discharged 12 Jul 1955, posted to TF unit to complete his obligation under the Military Training Act, for Reserve Service only. Died Thames 30 Jul 1998 aged 66 years. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HALL, Garfield Roderick (Coffee) | 204076 | Craftsman | 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Maitahi, Dargaville on 4 Mar 1930. Enlisted in the Regular Force at Whangarei on 7 Jun 1950 and was discharged at his own request on 27 Jul 1950. Employed as a driver for Maungaturoto Dairy Co. Also employed as a Motor Mechanic for Brown and Mawsom of Dargaville. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 13 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for Korea 31 Aug and disembarked Pusan, Korea on 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 28 Comwel Fd Engr Regt LAD. To be Temporary Lance Corporal while appointed Vehicle Mechanic 19 Dec 1951. Promoted Temporary Corporal 12 Apr 1952 and to Corporal on 1 Jul 1952. M/O from 28 Fd Engr Regt to NZ Base HQ 6 Feb 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 9 Feb 1953 and remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland on 18 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 230 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 14 May 1953. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whakatane or Opotiki 7 Feb 2009 aged 79 years. |
| HALL, Gavin James | 622670 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 04/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Rangataua, near Ohakune on 14 Apr 1930. He was a timber measurer for NZ Forest Products at Ohakune. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements at Ohakune. Training for his service in Korea was conducted in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Posted to RNZ Sigs and then to Active Service on 4 Mar 1953. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air and entered Japan where he deplaned Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU on 6 Jun 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 15 Jun 1953 and served in C Troop. Entered Korea 16 Jun 1953. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return to deplane Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 171 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Katikati 30 Jun 2013 aged 83 years. |
| HALL, James (Jim or Aussie) | 204131 | Temporary Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Ahikiwi Kaihu, Northland 24 Dec 1927. Previous Service in BCOF, Japan with Service No 827573 as a Private in NZ HQ Base. Embarked 10 Jul 1947 with 2nd Relief and RTNZ 5 Oct 1948. SOS Jayforce and discharged 5 Nov 1948 Employed as driver before he went to Japan. His father living at Maramanui is given as his NOK. Jim was a driver for NZ Road Services at Dargaville. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Admitted ship’s hospital 3 Aug and was discharged and re-admitted 12 Aug 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Aug 1951 while at sea. When Wahine went aground 15 Aug he appears to have been taken to a hospital in Darwin as his service record shows he was not discharged until 28 Aug 1951. Flown from Darwin 7 Sep 1951 by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 9 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep and disembarked Pusan 12 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Sep and retained the Temporary rank while appointed 2i/c of a section in ‘B’ Pl. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Jan 1952 to Temporary Corporal 7 May 1952 and to Corporal 1 Aug 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 9 Feb 1953 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 and deplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 14 May 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1160 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to an address at Mamaranui, via Dargaville. It was returned to Base Records (now NZDF Pers Archives where it remains today. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZDSM. |
| HALL, Jeremy Peter Dryden | 11821 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Christchurch 29 Nov 1928. Enlisted in RNZN 11 Nov 1946. Acting Sub-Lieutenant 1 May 1949 on strength of Maori while undergoing training in the UK. Seaman Officer. Appointed to Taupo and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for Korean service. Travelled to Korean waters via Darwin, Singapore and Hong Kong. Served in Han River area and off both east and west coasts. Watch keeping Officer. Action station position was with the emergency crypto team in the wireless office. On board the ship during the action at Yang Do Island when the North Koreans attempted to capture the island. Was on board the US Endicott when that ship was shelled by the North Koreans. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. One of the most memorable moments of his career came when he was made the New Zealand Equerry for Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip during their six-week tour of New Zealand and Australia in Dec 1953. Appointed LVO 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later Lieutenant Commander. became a Farmer 1965–95. Circumnavigated world by yacht 1983–87. Living at Picton in 2004. His name is also listed in a RNZN Enlistment Record with Service No 13189. |
| HALL, John Andrew | 206007 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Rangataua on 25 May 1923. Served in the Army during WWII (Service No 445185 Private for the Infantry Brigade). Embarked on 14 May 1943 with 9th Reinforcements for overseas service. Served in 25 NZ Battalion. Battle casualty 15 Mar 1944 and wounded a second time. RTNZ 13 Jan 1946 and was discharged 22 Mar 1946. Self-employed bush contractor. Enlisted at Taihape. Next-of-kin Mrs C Hall, Rangataua. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce Main Body. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Number in C Troop, 162 Bty. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 12–29 Sep 1951. In Aug 1951 he applied to a position as a Guard at the United Nations assembly at Lake Success in the USA. He was informed that, “…Kayforce personnel could not be accepted until their period of service had ended and they were released from Kayforce.”. Posted to NZRTU Pusan, 19 Oct 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 25 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Aug 1952. Went to the UK and joined the British Army. Died in Scotland 1 May 1981 aged 59 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HALL, Keith Grinston | 203931 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born Auckland 10 Aug 1928. Plumber from Auckland Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Disembarked Pusan 31 Dec 1950. Posted to the RNZE Section, NZ Base HQ and was involved in clearing mines and in laying mines in front of the Shropshire Regt position on Hill 227. While in this area he came under Chinese mortar fire. Also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). ETD from Iwakuni 18 Feb 1952 for RTNZ as an OCTU candidate and deplaned Auckland 22 Feb 1952. He came back to NZ via Manila, Darwin and Sydney, for the officer training course. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 10 Jul 1952. Re-embarked for Korea 7 Aug 1952 and flew via Sydney, Darwin, Manila to Iwakuni then onto Korea. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402), 28 Fd Engr Regt RE. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney, deplaning Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS of Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Onehunga, Auckland, circa 1990. Revisited Korea 10–20 Apr 2010 aged 82 years. |
| HALL, Michael Thomas | 207762 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/12/2051 | Born 4 Dec 1921 possibly in Clinton. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 162 Bty., 16 Fd Regt. RTNZ on Compassionate grounds and deplaned Wellington on 4 Dec 1951. Served overseas 359 days. Returned to Clinton. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Clinton. Discharged 27 Jan 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1162 was sent to his given address in Clinton on 29 Mar 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch, 20 Mar 2002 aged 81 years. |
| HALL, Wendell Rex | 203603 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Employed as a Fitter in 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by British Commonwealth Pacific Airways charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane New Zealand 24 May 1952 in the rank of Corporal. Served overseas one year 138 days Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Dec 1952 and returned to Hamilton. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1163 sent 29 Mar 1957 to an address in Hamilton. Died Mt Maunganui 4 Jul 1990 aged 62. Buried Pye's Pa, Tauranga. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HALL, Wilson John (Wick) | 204019 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 05/02/2053 | Born Wellington 24 Dec 1928. Employed as a clerk in the State Hydro Dept, Wellsford. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in the Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug for sea trip to Pusan. Entered Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy2 Sep 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 13 Oct 1951 discharged to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot 21 Jan 1952 the TSFD to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Feb 1952 and M/I to this unit 7 Feb. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 22 Nov 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged 24 Dec 1952. Also served in NZRTU then to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 25–30 Jan 1953 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 31 Jan 1953, deplaned Auckland 5 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 189 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 Apr 1953. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Otaki 26 Jan 2017 aged 88 years. |
| HALLETT, Colin John | 12372 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Te Aroha 11 Apr 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN 8 Jul 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. First sea service in Bellona as Boy 1st Class in May 1949 to Jan 1950. Drafted to Taupo 21 Jan 1950 and was promoted Ordinary Seaman 11 Apr 1950. Also served in Lachlan where he was promoted Able Seaman. Then served in Tui before being drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Only NZ Frigate deployment of exactly one year from time it sailed from Auckland to the time it returned. Served in Hawea for his final sea service. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were issued on 23 Jul 1953. DEE 10 Apr 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Returned to Te Aroha. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HALLIBURTON, Leslie William Scott Aitcheson | 204729 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/06/2054 | 12/05/2055 | Born Dublin, Ireland 20 Jan 1921. Previous service in Royal Naval Reserve for seven years with highest rank gained Sub-Lieutenant. Cargo worker Auckland Cargo Workers Union, Auckland. Enlisted Mar 1954 in Kayforce 14th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA and went on field exercise to Muriwai 8–20 Jun 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jun 1954 on Teal flight for Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 and M/I to NZRTU from NZ on 3 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jul 1954 and entered Korea 13 Jul. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 29 Aug to attend training courses. M/I 16 Fd Regt and CTBA Inchon 15 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 15 Oct 1954. Admitted BCFH (K) (Brit Com Gen Hosp) 23 Mar 1955. Discharged to NZ Base HQ 1 Apr 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 May 1955 and deplaned Auckland 12 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 319 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jun 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HALLIGAN, John Henry | 6223 | Cook | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Hokitika, West Coast, 20 Sep 1920. Shown as a labourer before he enlisted in RNZN on 1 Dec 1942 as an Assistant Cook. He served in several small vessels including Scarba (trawler), Muritai (minelayer), ML 401 and ML 403 and Sanda (minesweeper). Drafted Gambia 23 Jan 1946 then to Bellona 20 Aug 1946–20 Oct 1947. Served in Tamaki and Philomel 1947–49. Drafted to Taupo 1 Mar 1949–26 Jan 1950. Was in Philomel until drafted to Pukaki 1 Jul 1950 and sailed from Auckland together with Tutira on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. On RTNZ served in Philomel and advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) 4 Jan 1951. Served in Kiwi for eight weeks then returned to Philomel. Reverted to Cook (seamen) 22 Sep 1951. DEE 31 Oct 1952. Joined RNZ Naval Reserve 1 Apr 1952. On discharge became a civilian baker & pastry cook. |
| HALTON, John | 12392 | Radio Petty Officer | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Wigan, Lancashire, UK, on 1 Nov 1919. Employed as a coal miner before he entered the Royal Navy on 28 Nov 1939 as a Stoker 2nd Class. He underwent initial training in HMS Duke and on 12 May 1940 was drafted to HMS Caradoc, a light cruiser built during the Great War. In May–Oct 1940 Caradoc was serving in the Pacific and West Indies for interception of blockade runners and commerce raiders. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 28 Aug 1940. In Nov she was deployed to the Caribbean for similar duties and intercepted on 11 Nov the German ship Rheim which was set on fire by her crew to prevent boarding. Sunk by gunfire after the crew abandoned the ship. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) on 5 Dec 1941. He returned to Drake on 25 Apr 1942 and then served in Hornet (Coastal forces Base and advanced to Leading Stoker on 5 Dec 1942. He was then sent to HMS Saker (RN holding base in New York) 29 Jul 1943–16 Jan 1944 then returned to Britain to Orlando (Shore Station) and served in Antigua (patrol frigate) Advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) on 17 Dec 1944. He then served in Olna (Royal Fleet Auxiliary–oiler) from 27 Apr 1945, advanced to Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) on 17 Dec 1945 with the British Pacific Fleet. He returned to Drake on 2 Feb 1946. He then served in Valliant (battleship), Imperieuse (stone frigate) and Tyne Depot ship. Awarded the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Pacific Star, Italy Star and War Medal. He entered the RNZN at Cook III (later renamed Maori) on 20 Sep 1948 as a Stoker Mechanic. Advanced on the following two-days to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Pukaki 2 Oct 1948 and sailed in this vessel to NZ. On arrival in NZ was posted to Philomel 23 Feb–30 Jun 1949. While in Philomel was rated as Acting Regulating Petty Officer 1 Jul 1950. Served in Bellona 1 Jul–12 Sep 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 13 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Tutira 3 May 1951 and RTNZ in that ship arriving Auckland on 30 May 1951. On arrival back in NZ he had only a few weeks to serve before he was DEE on 19 Sep 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAM, Kapene Aaka | 465494 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 14 Dec 1937. Entered the RNZN 24 May 1956 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. Advanced to Able Seaman on 24 Sep 1958 after RTNZ. Served in Taranaki and Otago Advanced to Leading Seaman 14 Sep 1963. DEE 23 May 1964. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HAM, William Sydney Adams | 12505 | Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Tennyson, Sydney, NSW, Australia 26 Aug 1925. Employed as a boilermaker before he entered the RNZN 7 Oct 1948 as an Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted to Bellona 2 Feb 1949–24 Aug 1951. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 31 Dec 1949 and to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 29 Jun 1951. Drafted to Lachlan 25 Aug 1951–1 Aug 1952. Served in Philomel 2 Aug 1954–10 Jun 1953. Drafted to Pukaki in the Reserve Fleet which was re-commissioned from the reserve and sailed from Auckland for service in Korea 21 Sep 1953. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. DEE 7 Dec 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HAMBLIN, Keith Warren | 206486 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Previous service in the RNZN. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force during Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Pusan, Korea. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Employed as a driver at Company HQ? Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Returned by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 241 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jul 1953. Died Whanganui 25 Dec 1989. Not known if his family ever claimed his other awards e.g. NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM |
| HAMES, Norman | 206351 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born in Gisborne 6 Jan 1923. Served in the Army 13 Feb 1942–7 Sep 1943 (Service No 448562). TSFD to RNZAF 9 Sep 1943– 6 Mar 1946 (Service No 4311997). Served in BCOF, Japan. Embarked 29 May 1946 and RTNZ 5 Jul 1947. (448562, Private, Infantry Corps, farmhand from Whatatutu (Gisborne). Next-of-kin Mrs M. Casey (mother) Whatatutu.) Carpenter from Gisborne. Attested in Kayforce 9 Sep 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA 1 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. TSFD from NZRTU to the X(iv) List. Initially had some problems adhering to military orders and rules but overcame these. Committed to British Army FPC in Pusan. 12–25 Mar 1951. Posted to NZRTU 4 May 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 28 Jun 1951. To be Gunner. Temporary Bombardier while appointed i/c Cook House. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 22 Sep–8 Oct 1951 and discharged direct to unit. Reverts to Gunner on ceasing to hold appointment of NCO i/c Cook House. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning from Teal flight Auckland 21 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Aug 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAMILTON, Alfred Connell | 34195 | Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/12/2055 | 02/11/2056 | Born 28 Jun 1931. Entered Royal Military College, Duntroon 2 Feb 1950. Regular Force officer. Appointed to Kayforce 24 Nov 1955. Emplaned 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) at Auckland for passage to Australia then by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Served as Oi/c ‘C’ Pl 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned at Auckland 2 Nov 1956. SOS Kayforce 1 Dec 1956. Appointed Transport Officer 2 NZ Regt at Waiouru on 13 May 1959. Member of 2 NZ Regt Advance Party. Medal issued on Schedule No.5 dated 12 Sep 1960. Served as a Major in 1 ALSG, Vietnam. Later Brigadier, CBE. NZ Defence Liaison Staff Washington. Retired 29 Jan 1987. Brigadier Hamilton of Bayswater became chief executive of the Order of St John, after retiring from the army. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died USA, 10 Oct 1997 aged 67 years. |
| HAMILTON, Cedrick Ralph | 8380 | Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton, 2 Feb 1925. Employed as a panel beater before he entered the RNZN 27 Oct 1943 as a Stoker 2nd Class. He served in Tamaki and was based mainly in Philomel when serving in the minesweeper Kapuni and the ML 400 also known as Kahu. Drafted to Achilles 15 Sep 1945–30 Sep 1946 and in Oct was a guardship in Tokyo Harbour. She RTNZ in Mar 1946 then took passage in Aug 1946 to the UK to be handed back to the RN. Drafted to Bellona 1 Oct 1946 and was a member of the crew to bring this ship to NZ to join the RNZN. Back in NZ he served in Philomel 30 Jan 1947 advanced to Stoker Mechanic 21 Aug 1947 then to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic (Temporary) 1 Mar 1948. Drafted to Arbutus 6 Apr 1948 and sailed from Auckland together with Arabis via Australia, Singapore and the Mediterranean to Britain arriving in Portsmouth 29 Jun 1948. Many of the crews of these two ships became crews for some of the Loch -class frigates TSFD to the RNZN. Drafted to HMS Loch Eck 28 Aug 1948 which was re-named HMNZS Hawea 1 Oct 1948. Reverted to Stoker Mechanic 4 Mar 1949. On RTNZ he served in Philomel, Tamaki and Lachlan. Drafted to Hawea 5 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korea Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 29 Jun 1953. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. He served in Philomel, Black Prince 20 Sep 1954 and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 24 Jun 1954 and to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 19 Mar 1955. DEE 26 Oct 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal (May 1950) Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal (1953). Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAMILTON, Ian Lewis | 203711 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/10/2051 | Born Auckland on 20 Feb 1929. Farmer and was also a Tram Conductor for the Auckland Transport Board. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in Kayforce Main Body. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA 5 Oct 1950. Promoted Temporary Bombardier at Waiouru on 12 Nov 1950. Posted to Active Service 1 Dec 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 162 Bty as Gun 2 IC. Reverted to Gunner on ceasing to be Gun 2i/c on 22 Jun 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 6–7 Aug 1951 and returned direct to unit. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 14 Aug 1951 and TSFD to X(ii) List. TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ via Sydney9 Oct 1951. Admitted A.M.F. Wing Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, Sydney. (back pains) 8 Oct 1951. Embarked on Monowai in Sydney and disembarked Auckland 16 Oct 1951. Served overseas 311 days. Area 7 to arrange treatment at Hasting Public Hospital. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Havelock North. Discharged 9 Jan 1952. Attested in the Regular Force at Christchurch on a 5-year engagement on 7 May 1959. Posted to E Troop, 163 Bty as Limber Gunner. Promoted Lance7 Feb 1960. M/O from HQ Burnham to Waiouru Camp 6 Mar 1961. Changed Army trade to Gunner RNZA on 27 Apr 1961. Discharged SNLR 23 May 1962. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM in May 2003 and NZDSM in Mar 2013. |
| HAMILTON, John | 13593 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 29/11/2051 | Born Seven Oaks, Kent, on 16 Nov 1928. Royal Navy Officer on loan to RNZN. Lieutenant 1 Jan 1951. Additional for passage to Japan/ Korean waters for service in Hawea 25 Mar–30 Apr 1951. Hawea had already left NZ on 2 Mar 1951. Changed to Rotoiti on arrival at Sasebo, Japan. Served in Rotoiti 1 May–29 Nov 1951 and RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. Appointed to Kiwi 10 Jan 1952–3 May 1953. Returned to Royal Navy 8 Aug 1953. Qualified for Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal with this service. May have also qualified for NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HAMILTON, Murray Gray | 11093 | Leading Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Remuera, Auckland, 6 Jan 1930. From list supplied by Ronald McMillan. An assistant storeman before he enlisted in the RNZN 15 Nov 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. First sea service in Achilles then Gambia and was in this ship while with the British Fleet in Japanese waters 9 Sep 1946–24 Nov 1947 as part of the naval portion of Jayforce. Later served in Arbutus, Bellona and Kiwi. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950. Promoted Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 5 Aug 1950. Sailed from NZ 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korean waters with the UN Naval forces and served mainly on west coast waters of Korea. (See HMNZ Ships in the Introduction.) Promoted Leading Stoker Mechanic 5 Aug 1951. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and later served in Black Prince Jan–Nov 1953. DEE 5 Jan 1954. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Living in Coombabah, Queensland, Australia in 2002. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAMILTON, Trevor Raymond (Hami) | 208038 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Christchurch 22 Jan 1929. Also WWII service. Labourer at Christchurch. Embarked Auckland in Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan. Disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 15 Aug 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 15–20 Oct 1951. Accidentally injured 2 Mar 1952 and again admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb. Admitted to CDS Tokyo on 24 Sep and was discharged direct to unit on 26 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 248 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 20 Apr 1953. Died Motueka, 2 Aug 1999 aged 70 years. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HAMILTON, William Joseph | 206886 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Mokai north west of Taupo 4 Jun 1929. Driver for Mr N. Winiata, Utiku near Taihape. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA flight via Darwin, Manila and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 21 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 25 Aug 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 24–27 Nov 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 11–31 Dec 1952. Released to NZ Base HQ then TSFD to NZRTU 3 Feb 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and M/I to his unit 27 Jul 1953. Made some misdemeanours 14–16 Nov 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ 10 Feb 1954, M/I to Base HQ 16 Feb 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. His Service Record barely mentions mode of travel to NZ but he embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 2 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 239 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 31 May 1954. Died Levin 9 Feb 1982 aged 53 years. |
| HAMILTON, William Todd Dawson Richardson | 203755 | Signalman | Kayforce Training Unit? | RNZ Sigs | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | Born Stirlingshire, UK, on 11 Oct 1925. Served in RNZN 1945–46 with Service No 10603. Reached rank of Able Seaman. Linesman from Dargaville. Signal troop Linesman. Did not go to Korea. Died 22 Oct 1950 in vehicle accident at Silverstream while undergoing training in New Zealand. |
| HAMIORA, Buddy Robert | 206887 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/12/2052 | 31/07/2054 | Born 29 Aug 1929. Employed as a Driver by Gisborne Borough Council. Attested 15 Apr 1952 in Kayforce at Linton. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere for passage to Sydney and onto Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953 and M/I to his unit 3 Jan 1953. Served virtually all his time in 16 Fd Regt. Also recorded as having served in 161 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 Jul and M/I to Base HQ 17 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 224 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Oct 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1167 was posted to him 29 Mar 1957 at an address in Gisborne. Returned to Base Records where it remains to this day. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAMLEY, Clarence Albert Shirley | 622595 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Whanganui 7 Mar 1930. Previous service in the RNZN. Labourer with Whittock & Sons, Whanganui. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and then travelled by civil air to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 9 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon and entered Korea 18 May 1943. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Travelled from Sydney by Teal flight to deplane Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 198 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Mar 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal (entitled to NZGSM (K)) and KWSM. Died Timaru, 24 Mar 2004 aged 74 years. |
| HAMLIN, William Robert | 34099 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 28/01/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Waipawa 26 Sep 1926 and came from Pukehou. Farm hand at Otane, Hawkes Bay. Attested in the RF 20 Oct 1949 and served in CD Coy RNZASC. Discharged at own request 4 May 1951. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 9 Feb 1953. Posted to and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked on HMT New Australia, departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954. Flew from Brisbane to deplane Auckland 24 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 301 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hastings, 13 Nov 2007 aged 81 years. |
| HAMMOND, Kenneth Frank | 207856 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Blenheim on 17 Dec 1926 but came from Seddon. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Gunner in E Troop, 163 Bty. Served in all actions from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel and then returned to south of the Parallel with the guns between Jan 1951 and Jun 1952. Served during the Battle of Kapyong. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ on 4 Jun 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 181 days. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Nov 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, KWSM plus Korean Presidential Citation. Living at Omokoroa, Tauranga 2006. Died Tauranga 12 May 2013 aged 87 years. |
| HAMMOND, Robert William (Bob) | 206171 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Wellington 24 Mar 1931. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Jul 1959, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea and travelled via Brisbane and Manilla. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Gun No.2 on Dog 4. Served in all areas from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel and then to the Armistice line. Spent 3 months at NZ Base Hiro, Japan. On return to the front-line area served as Gun No.2 on Dog 1 Gun. Promoted Bombardier during his tour overseas. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ via Manila and Sydney on chartered BCPA flight and from Sydney on Teal flight to Wellington deplaning 24 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jul 1952. Living at Paraparaumu circa 1999, Waikanae 2005. Bob was one of 10 who received the Korean War Service Medal at the Korean Ambassador’s Luncheon 25 Jun 2001. Strong supporter of the Korea Memorial at Otaki School and Kayforce activities. Entitled to NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.117 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to an address in Trentham. Died Waikanae 26 Jul 2018 aged 87 years. His funeral service was in the Kapiti Coast Funeral Home Parparaumu. |
| HAMON, Ralph Rolland | 204589 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/02/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Gisborne 21 Aug 1927. Came from Thames. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements during Mar 1952. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 for a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned at Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy during early Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 11 May 1953, then Corporal later. His tasks within 10 Tpt Coy not known. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 195 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled /awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton 27 Sep 2015 aged 88 years. |
| HAMON, Rogers Milford | 204603 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 26/03/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Gisborne 23 Dec 1930. Driver for Rex Leahy of Puriri. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZ Sigs 15 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 26 Mar 1953 for travel to Korea via Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and entered Korea 7 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 14 May 1953 and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 21 –24 Jun 1954 and discharged direct to his unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Aug 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 16 Sep–2 Oct 1954 but remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 202 days. SOS Kayforce and discharged 4 Jul 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1172 was sent 29 Mar 1957 to his Thames address. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| HAMPSON, Harold | 203946 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Manchester, England 15 Nov 1925. Served in BCOF (Jayforcce), Japan. Embarked HMT Chitral, Wellington 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 5 Jul 1947/ (636183, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Boot maker (completed apprenticeship) from Devonport. Next-of-kin Mrs L. Hampson (mother) Ponsonby.) Later a painter and decorator. Attested 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951 and disembarked Pusan 16 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 16 Aug 1951. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 10–17 Mar 1952 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZRTU to attend CATC course 14 Jun 1952. Went AWOL 12.15am 23 Jun to 7pm 24 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 17 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 20 Jul 1952 and to Temporary Bombardier 1 Sep 1952 then to Bombardier 8 Oct 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. Re-enlisted on 11 Aug 1953 and re-emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 for return to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Re-entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jan 1954. Appointed 2/IC Gun (Temporary Lance Bombardier) 1 Feb 1954. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 1 Apr 1954 discharged 23 Canadian FDS to unit 3 Apr 1954. Appointed 2ic gun and promoted 1 Apr 1954. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for Artillery Trg Course 4–20 Apr 1954. Attached FAP 1 Bn Royal Warwickshire Regt 16 May–30 Jun 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 163 Bty in E3 Gun Crew. Appointed Sergeant i/c Gun 6 Oct 1951. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked HMT New Australia and sailed from Pusan 10 Nov 1954. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas two years 226 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Dec 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAMPTON, Noel | 817834 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 30/06/2054 | 05/03/2056 | Born Christchurch 23 Jun 1931. Linotype operator for Alex Cowan’s Printers, Christchurch. CMT Trainee in 5th intake as Sapper. Enlisted in Kayforce 15th Reinforcements for Korea. Emplaned Christchurch 30 Jun 1954 on Teal flight for Sydney and continued onwards by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 13 Jul 1954. TSFD from the RNZA to RNZASC on 28 Oct 1954. RTNZ arriving 5 Mar 1956 on Teal flight at Christchurch. Discharged from Kayforce 6 May 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch 16 May 1987 aged 56 years. |
| HANA, William | 211097 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 24/03/2055 | Born New Plymouth 25 Apr 1927. Carpenter who worked for Mr Kee, New Plymouth. Attested in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan. deplaning 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 17 Sep 1953 and posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC 3 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni on 20 Mar 1955 to RTNZ deplaning Harewood 23 Mar from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jun 1955 and returned to Urenui. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1176 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to the Post Office, Urenui. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Died Waitara, 3 Jun 2000 aged 73 years. |
| HANCOCK, Colin Thomas | 208212 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Christchurch 12 Nov 1923. Previous service in RNZN (Service No 4132) completing four and a half years’ service as a Stoker on minesweepers. Served in New Zealand from 15 Jan 1942 to Feb 1943. Served overseas 7 Jan 1944 to Dec 1945. Barman at J. Ballantyne Coker’s Hotel. Attested 12Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for three-day crossing to disembark Pusan on 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal during tour but reverted to Driver rank. Attended British Army Cook's Course 1 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Returned by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953. Awarded War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Other WWII medallic awards not known. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Apr 1953. |
| HANCOCK, John Ewen | 206677 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 09/12/2053 | Born Te Aroha 7 May 1925. Previous service in RNZAF with Service No 439167 from 18 Jun 1943–11 Feb 1944. Posted overseas 12 Feb 1944 served in Canada and Britain on an Air Bombers Course. RTNZ on 14 Jan 1946 and was discharged from the RNZAF on 10 May 1946. Highest rank in the RNZAF Warrant Officer. He gained his Teacher’s ‘C’ Certificate and was a Child Welfare Officer at Napier before he enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 10 Jan 1952. His training was conducted in Trentham and Waiouru Camps and was in the OCTU at Trentham. Emplaned on Teal flight (Ararangi) from Wellington on 19 Apr 1952 to Sydney Australia. Travelled the rest of the journey to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni on 22 Apr 1952. Embarked Sasebo for sea journey and entered Korea on 27 Apr 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA 27 Apr 1952. Served in 161 Bty. M/O to NZ Base HQ 19 Feb 1953 and attached FAP to Brit J.R.B.D to attend a cooking course. Completed cooking course on 3 Apr 1953 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 6 Apr 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ on 20 Apr 1953 and M/I to that unit two days later. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jul 1957 and to Temporary Bombardier on 1 Aug 1953 and appointed Education NCO. Promoted Bombardier on 1 Oct 1953. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy on 10 Sep 1953. Returned to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 8 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland on 9 Dec 1953 from Teal flight. Served overseas one year 235 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Feb 1954. Living at Palmerston North 2011. Awarded Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HANCOCK, Lawrence George (Laurie) | 204132 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/05/2053 | Born Kawa Kawa 31 May 1929. Employed as a farm hand on the family farm, Mangaiti R.D. Te Aroha. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force at Paeroa on 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked at Sasebo 8 Sep 1951, disembarked Pusan 10 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Served as a driver. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 19 Apr 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland on 13 May 1953. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 11 Jul 1953. Living in Tauranga in 1996. Later issued NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM circa 2001. Living in Morrinsville 2010. Revisited Korea 10–20 Apr 2010. Died 23 Apr 2015 aged 85 years. |
| HANCOCK, Thomas Edward | 206487 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 08/07/2053 | Born Stratford, Taranaki, 20 May 1924. Previous service in the Army. Worked for the NZ Railways. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 in TSS Wahine on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 17 Oct and entered Korea 19 Oct 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Section). Posted to NZRTU and attached FAP Lines of Coms Indep Sigs Sqn 29 Oct 1951. M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and CTBA L of C Indep Sigs Sqn 13 Nov. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 19 Dec 1951 and TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit. Discharged direct to unit 1 Jan 1953 and was attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt that day. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt but date not shown. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge 4 Jul 1953 and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney 8 Jul 1953. Served overseas one year 342 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 7 Sep 1953. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Joined Regular Force. Served in Malaya Nov 1958 with i NZ Regt. Also served in Pay Section, Bn HQ, 1 NZ Regt at Taiping area. Also attached C Coy as at 14 Jan 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Died Hamilton 16 Jun 1998 aged 74 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAND, Norman Keith | 207695 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Christchurch 11 Jan 1929. Driver employed by H. Taigel, Christchurch. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA 4 Oct 1950. After training embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I to NZ Base HQ 12 Feb 1951. Several minor misdemeanours punctuate his service record which cost him time and money. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 25 Jun–3 Jul 1951. Discharged direct to unit. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZ Base HQ 24 Feb 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas via Guam and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Furlough commenced 6 Jul 1952. Did not return to Korea. Was sick and admitted to Hospital. Discharged 12 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1181 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to his given address in Christchurch. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 21 Oct 2017 aged 87 years. |
| HAND, Patrick William | 208138 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 12/05/2055 | Born Milton 13 Dec 1929. Grocery assistant then worked at Pareora Freezing Works. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Remained at NZRTU until entering Korea 3 Feb 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 1 May 1952 and was attached FAP to 1 Div Concert Party 15 Aug to 26 Nov 1952. TSFD to NZ Base HQ 9 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ by civil air flights. Deplaned NZ 15 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Re-enlisted 4 Feb 1954. Re-embarked for overseas service on 21 Apr 1954 and re-entered Korea 1 May 1954. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 4 Apr 1955 and to Lance Corporal 12 Apr 1955. Was a member of the UN Honour Guard at Seoul in 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned at Wellington on 12 May 1955. Total service overseas two years 280 days. Discharged 30 Jun 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HAND, Raymond Henry (Ray) | 33413 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/02/2053 | 21/07/2054 | Born Milton 26 Aug 1926. Regular Force soldier attested 19 Apr 1947. Served in 10 Coast Regt for wharf duties March and Jul 1951. TSFD from Waiouru Camp HQ on secondment to Kayforce 5th Reinforcements 25 Nov 1952. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned at Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Mar 1953 and entered Korea the next day. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 17 May 1953 and was discharged from 121 Evac Hosp to his unit 27 May 1953. Attached FAP to Mendora Camp, Hiro for cooking course. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Japan, 14 Jun 1954. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Jul 1953. Admitted hospital for four days 31 Jul–3 Aug 1954. Failed to adhere to military law and orders during last quarter of 53. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 5–15 Jul 1954. Discharged to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood (Christchurch) 21 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 147 days. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 27 Oct 1954 and reposted to Regular Force, Central District Transport Company. Discharged 26 Nov 1954 on completion of engagement. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin 28 May 2008 aged 82 years. |
| HANDISIDES, Barry Edmund | 13419 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Christchurch 7 Jul 1934. Enlisted 21 Sep 1950 in the RNZN 21 Sep 1950 as a Seaman Boy. First sea service in Bellona. Drafted to Rotoiti 17 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 bound for Korea. On arrival in Japanese / Korean waters he was TSFD to Taupo on 3 Feb 1952. Served on both the east and west coasts of Korea. On RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 served in Black Prince, Bellona and Royalist. Later served in Kaniere in Korean waters Jan–Jul 1956. DEE 26 Jul 1960. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and NGSM (M). Living in Christchurch 1996. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Christchurch 5 Aug 2016 aged 82 years. |
| HANDLEY, Cecil Edward | 211351 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/06/2054 | 04/06/2055 | Born Cootamundra, NSW, Australia on 6 Oct 1926. Previous service in the Australian Army. Employed as a driver for Mr A. MacFarlane of Glenaros Station (sheep station) near Hastings before he was attested in Kayforce at Hastings on 6 Feb 1954. Cecil was a holder of a NZ Articulated licence and an Australian Army Licence. He was trained for Korea in Waiouru Camp and was attached FAP to Burnham Camp for Corps Training. Posted to Active Service 24 May 1954. He applied for his final leave to be taken in Australia. Emplaned Wellington on Teal flight on 26 May 1954 to Sydney and was to join Flight 16 at Sydney which was to depart on 3 Jun 1954. Deplaned at Iwakuni, Japan 5 Jun 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. His entry to Korea was delayed by misconduct. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 26 Jun 1952 and entered Korea two days later joining his unit the same day. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 May 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 14 May 1955. Emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas aircraft for return via Australia and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 10 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jul 1955. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Adelaide South Australia 4 Jul 1992 aged 66 years. |
| HANDS, Lawrence Hambrook | 206338 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Born Ashburton on 31 Oct 1926. Served in BCOF, Japan. (821333, Private, RNZASC. Carpenter from Ashburton. Next-of-kin Mrs C.S. Hands, Ashburton.) Embarked for Jayforce on 28 Aug 1947, entered Japan 12 Sep 1947 and served in Tokyo Bn and 2 Bn NZ Regt. Embarked 19 Sep 1946 on the ship Duntroon for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland on 5 Oct 1948. Posted to RNZE for duty in Northern Mil District Constr Coy. Enlisted in NZ Regular Force RNZE on 12 Nov 1948 as Sapper with Service No 33030 and was posted to ND Constr Coy Papakura Camp. Discharged at own request on 31 Mar 1949. Enlisted 6 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. M/I to NZRTU 30 Apr 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 18 May–27 Jun 1951 M/I NZRTU 20 Jul 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 3 Sep–22 Nov 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Promoted to Lance Bombardier and then to Temporary Bombardier as NCO i/c Canteen, NZ Base Camp, Hiro. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 21 May 1952 for RTNZ on furlough. Deplaned Wellington from RMA Ararangi ex Sydney on 23 May 1952 but did not return to Korea. Served in Korea one year 166 days. Discharged 11 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HANGER, Leslie Isaac | 578045 | Craftsman | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 18/03/2057 | Born Tolaga Bay, East Coast 1 Feb 1932. Served in 1st Intake of CMT. Chain Slaughterman, Ocean Beach Freezing Co. Attested 3 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17 Reinforcements at Invercargill. Posted to RNZEME in Burnham 26 Jul 1954. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 as a CFN and flew to Sydney. Continued by air to deplane Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Oct 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1955 (Section 2i/c). Promoted Temporary Corporal 24 Nov 1955 and to Corporal 1 Mar 1956. Granted a further 12 months of service dating from 25 Mar 1956. Breached R&SOs re vehs and AWOL 10 Jan 1956. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 31 Jan–1 Feb 1956. Granted nine days R&R leave 4–12 Mar 1956 inclusive. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 15 May 1956 posted to NZ Tpt Pl. Promoted Temporary Sergeant (Administration Sergeant) 15 May 1956 and promoted Sergeant 15 Aug 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1957. Emplaned MATS Flight Korea ETD 14 Mar 1957 to Tokyo, then Qantas 15 Mar 1957 from Haneda Airport Tokyo to Sydney then per Teal to Auckland (Compassionate repatriation). Deplaned Auckland on 18 Mar 1957. Auckland to arrange fastest means to Pukahu, Hastings. Served overseas two years 180 days. Discharged 17 Jul 1957 and posted to TF unit, discharged and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Applied to join the RF but cancelled his application. Died Hastings 28 Sep 1984 aged 52 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Hastings 28 Sep 1984 aged 52 years. |
| HANKS, Clarence Albert | 204641 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Christchurch 29 Jul 1931. French Polisher for Public Works Department, Mangakino. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned 18 Jul 1953 on Teal flight at Auckland for passage to Japan via Australia. Deplaned Japan 21 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC as driver. Attached to 16 Fd Regt FAP, 5 Dec 1953 and remained with the gunners for the majority of his service in Korea. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Flown on RNZAF Hasting aircraft from Australia to Harewood deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 156 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 19 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Worked for NZ Railways on RTNZ. Original set of medals was sent to his last known address by Registered Mail, were not returned and Driver Hanks claimed that he never received them. Was advised to purchase a replacement set of medals for 16 shillings and three pence. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Te Awamutu 27 Mar 1989 aged 58 years. |
| HANLEY, Francis Steven | 206172 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born Ohakune 28 Apr 1926. Wellington City Tramways motorman. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA while in Waiouru camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/I to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 162 Bty. AWOL 23 Feb–5 Mar 1951 (8 days 21 hours). M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 9 May 1952 from Teal flight on R.M.A. Aranui ex Sydney. Furlough details cancelled, SOS Kayforce and discharged Served overseas one year 152 days. Discharged 26 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Wellington, 16 Dec 1973 aged 37 years. Buried at Otaki. |
| HANN, Harold Desmond | 11212 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Christchurch 2 Aug 1930. Farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 11 Jul 1946 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and was drafted to Bellona 4 Jul 1947. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 2 Aug 1948 but RUN 29 Dec 1948. Recovered and returned to Bellona 22 Jan 1949. Served in Philomel 3 Jun 1949–10 Feb 1950 and advanced to Able Seaman on 25 May 1949. Alternated between Philomel and Bellona four times during 1950. Drafted to Kiwi 24 Mar 1951. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 7 Dec 1952. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 27 Mar 1954. Disrated 28 May 1953. Able Seaman 29 May 1953. Completed the course and qualified Quarters Armourer 2nd Class 26 Jun 1953. Served briefly in Philomel 27 Jun–16 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 17 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service in Malayan and Korean waters. On RTNZ served in Philomel then Bellona 24 Feb 1955 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 17 Mar 1955 but relinquished the rate on 21 May 1955 and reverted to Able Seaman. DEE 1 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HANNAH, Allan Matthew (Shorty) | 208622 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 13/03/2054 | Born Hawera 17 Apr 1922. Served during WWII in 38 Fd Regt, 2 NZEF in the Pacific (438553). 11th Embarkation Roll, brass moulder from New Brighton, Christchurch. Next-of-kin Mrs M. J. Hannah (mother) Hawera. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flying boat flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air via New Guinea and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as an Artillery Signaller, 162 Bty D Troop. RTNZ by Air via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney deplaning Wellington 13 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1186 was sent 29 Mar 1957 to his given address in Hawera. Medal entitlement: 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 26 Jul 2016 aged 94 years. |
| HANNAH, John Douglas | 11724 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Gisborne 18 Sep 1926. Employed as a telegraph linesman before he entered the RNZN on 22 Jan 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki and was drafted to Bellona 26 Oct 1948–2 Jun 1949. Served in Philomel 3 Jun–9 Sep 1949. Advanced to Able Seaman 22 Jun 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 10 Sep 1949–8 May 1950. Drafted to Tutira 9 May 1950–24 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Forces in Korea. (See RNZN Ships in the Introduction.) On RTNZ 30 May 1951 he was drafted to and served in Philomel for several months. Drafted to Kiwi 17 Mar 1952–28 Oct 1953 until returning to Philomel for the final time 29 Oct 1953, DEE 21 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and received both these before Christmas 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HANNAN, George Alfred | 14633 | Lieutenant (Special Duties) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Ramsgate, Kent, UK, on 23 Jul 1918. Served in the RN but he terminated his RN service on transfer to the RNZN at Maori on 1 Feb 1956. Held on Philomel’s books while on passage to NZ and then served in Tamaki. Appointed to Royalist additional on 25 Mar 1957 and on recommissioning on 9 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia, Japan and Korea. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. He then served in Philomel as Port Gunnery Officer. Promoted Lieutenant Commander on 1 Apr 1961. He served in several ships and stations including Philomel, Wakefield, was additional for RNO in Christchurch and Pegasus Sea Cadet Officer. In 1964 he went to Korea for duty as NZ Military Liaison Officer returning to NZ in Oct 1965. Posted to the Retired List 20 Jul 1973. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HANNAY, Robin | 330331 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Auckland 22 May 1931. Ex TF soldier. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, 19 Jun 1954. Served in 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ arriving Auckland 20 Jan 1956. UN Korea Medal only. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Mar 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Rifleman, Gurr’s Battalion. Company not known. Arrived at RAF Changi, Singapore 14 Jun 1964 and travelled to Terendak Camp the following day. Served in Borneo 24 May–23 Oct 1965. RTNZ on flight NSL 52 from RAF Changi, 24 Mar 1966. Posted to 1 Bn Depot pending discharge on 11 Jul 1966. Awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’. Died Castor Bay, between May and Nov 2005 aged 73 years. |
| HANNON, Raymond Bruce | 208496 | 2nd Lieutenant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/08/2052 | 29/12/2056 | Born Invercargill 19 Jun 1926. Enlisted in Kayforce during Feb 1952. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 10 Jul 1952. Travelled to Korea by air via Sydney, Darwin, Manila and Japan. Served in Fox Troop, 163 Bty, Command Post. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer, 30 Jun 1953. Also served in 161 Bty HQ and at Div HQ. Captain 19 Mar 1954. In Nov 1954 when 16 Fd Regt RTNZ Captain Hannon was posted to Headquarters, British Commonwealth Forces, Korea, at Kure, Japan until this HQ closed down in Dec 1956. Embarked Kobe, Japan, 23 Nov 1956 for return to Sydney via Hong Kong, Townsville and Brisbane. Completed RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings deplaning at Auckland 29 Dec 1956. SOS Kayforce 2 Jun 1957 and posted to Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Returned to Korea with the NZ contingent for the 50th Anniversary of the Armistice in 2003. Living in Masterton in 2005. Died Masterton 8 May 2016 aged 87 years. |
| HANSBRO, John | 12794 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Leeds, Yorkshire, UK, 3 Jun 1923. Employed as a toolmaker before he entered the Royal Navy as an Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 27 Dec 1944 with Service No C/MX 647460. After basic training was drafted to Poppy (Flower-class corvette) 7 Apr–24 Jun 1945 then to Liverpool (light cruiser) 25 Jul 1945–14 Jan 1946 and served in the Mediterranean. Based in St Angelo and served in Chaplet (destroyer) and then Sphinx (minesweeper) for two weeks before returning to Chaplet. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 21 Jun 1946. Drafted to Duncansby Head (repair ship) 1 Nov 1946. He returned to Britain and released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 13 Apr 1947. Awarded 1939–45 Star, War Medal and NGSM (‘Palestine’ clasp 1948). Entered the RNZN at Maori 29 May 1949 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advance to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class the following day. On arrival in NZ served in Lachlan, Tamaki and Bellona before he was drafted to Rotoiti on 30 Sep 1950. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. Drafted to Philomel on 24 Nov 1951 and Bellona again and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class on 9 Feb 1954. Returned to Britain and was DEE from Maori on 13 Aug 1954. It was not long before he was back in New Zealand. Re-entered the RNZN at Maori 12 Apr 1956 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class over the next two-days. Served in Philomel and Hawea and was drafted to Royalist on 1 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage which saw service in Malaya, Singapore, Hong Kong and Korean waters. Served in Engineering Branch. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Later served in Black Prince and Lachlan where he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 11 Nov 1960. He later served in Taranaki 15 Aug 1961–8 Mar 1962 and was DEE 11 Apr 1962. He initially lived at Papakura, but then returned to Leeds Yorkshire. Later awarded to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| HANSEN, Henry William | 2024 | Chief Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Lower Hutt, Wellington 2 Apr 1917. Employed as a baker before he entered the NZ Division of the RN on 7 Sep 1940 as an Assistant Cook. Underwent training in Philomel and advanced to Cook (Seamen) 7 Jun 1941. Drafted to HMS Achilles 14 Aug 1941 and advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) (Temporary) 23 Apr 1942. In Philomel 30 Nov 1942–1 Feb 1943. Drafted to Leander 2 Feb 1943. Leander was commissioned as a ship of the RNZN in Sep 1941. During the Battle of Kolombangara 13 Jul 1943 Leander was badly damaged but was able to return to Auckland before going to Boston for a full repair and refit. Most of the crew went onto the UK where Achilles was undergoing a major overhaul and rearming. He served in Achilles 4 Mar 1944. Advanced to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) (Temporary) 1 May 1944 and to Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) 1 Nov 1944 and RTNZ in her. He remained in Achilles until transferring to Philomel 16 May 1946–14 Jun 1948. Served in Bellona 15 Jun 1948–15 Aug 1950. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) 1 Jul 1948. Also served in Philomel and Black Prince. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. Was in Korean waters for about five weeks. On RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 he remained in his ship until 19 Sep 1958. Served in Tamaki and Philomel until discharged to RA 6 Sep 1960. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Also awarded British Empire Medal NY Hons 1952 and Naval LS&GC Medal 28 Oct 1955. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and entitled to NZDSM. |
| HANSEN, Philip William | 206173 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Lived in Wellington pre-1942. Previous service in the Army in 2 NZEF during WWII. His name is listed 2 NZEF Nominal Roll No.9. p.168 as a Gunner for NZA. Trade shown as a baker in Wellington where he enlisted. Sailed from NZ between 1 Jul and 31 Dec 1942. He may well have served in North Africa and Italy. Came from Stokes Valle Lower Hutt. Enlisted in KMB circa 19 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Involved in all the major actions in which the battery took part. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 9 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea, UN Korea Medals. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Foxton 21 Jul 1957. |
| HANSON, John Andrew | 206488 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Wellington 24 Jun 1929. Served in Jayforce, Japan. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and disembarked Japan 2 Aug 1947. Shown as 815667, Private, 2 Bn NZ Infantry. Shearer from Wellington. Next-of-kin, Mrs M. Hanson, Lower Hutt. in 2 NZEF embarkation Roll Vol.16 p.53. Embarked Jul 1948 Japan for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 16 Aug 1948. Discharged 23 Fireman working at Whanganui Freezing Co, Whanganui. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on the Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Did not adhere to R&SOs 1 Sep 1951 and received 14 days CB. This was the first of several disciplinary offences. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 25 Sep 1951 and was discharged 2 Oct 1951 to NZRTU. Entered Korea 24 Dec and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Attached FAP to Div HQ Tpt Pl from 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jan 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb and CTBA to Div HQ Tpt Pl 16 Feb 1952. Discharged to Div HQ Tpt Pl 21 Feb 1952. His time in Korea was punctuated by several hospitalisations and several more discipline failures. Lost many days pay and was awarded CB, detention and field punishments. TSFD to NZ Roll 4 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in this TOD one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM. Died North Shore Hospital, Auckland, 24 Mar 2005 aged 76 years. |
| HAPETA, Umutapu James | 206888 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 07/08/2052 | 12/10/2054 | Born Levin on 29 Jul 1926. Driver for Bartholomew Bros., Waitarere Beach, Levin. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements on 16 Apr 1952. His training for Korea was conducted mainly in Burnham. A little over five weeks from his enlistment he collected 28 days detention and was AWOL on three occasions before he emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea on 16 Sep 1952 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 19–23 Sep 1952 and was discharged direct to his unit from the Fd Amb. He committed several more offences which cost him more money and time (Ref R&SOs Part II). Admitted to Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit ex Canadian Detention Barracks 20 Aug. Accidentally injured (petrol burns on his right hand) and Admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb 4 Dec 1953. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was released from Hospital 12 Jan 1954. Granted a three-month Extension of Service from 9 Aug 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Harewood, Christchurch 12 Oct 1954. Served overseas two years 69 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 1 NZ Regt. Later employed at the Animal research centre Wallaceville in 1962. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Upper Hutt, 28 Jun 1997 aged 71 years. |
| HAPI, Peter | 206372 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Hastings 16 Mar 1927. Storeman for State Forest Service at Waipawa. Attested 13 Sep 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt and served with that unit from Pusan to north of Seoul. M/O to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP NZRTU 26 Feb–31 Mar 1952 to play in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Peter was formerly Hawkes Bay Provincial Rep.) Returned to 16 Fd Regt after the games. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 188 days. Discharged 4 Aug 1952. His Discharge Cert No.1191 was sent to Bridge Pa, Hastings, but was returned to Base Records as he had left with no forwarding address. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAPI, Teira Maratu | 578185 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/08/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Hastings 13 Nov 1931. 2nd Intake CMT Service Scheme and underwent training at Waiouru and Linton Camp. Ex TF soldier. Labourer for J. Puriri, Bridge Pa, Hastings. Attested 22 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Sep 1953 and entered that unit 28 Sep 1953. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for artillery training 3 Jan–14 Feb 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Mar 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 6 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the journey from Sydney to Auckland by Teal flight arriving 23 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 90 days. Deplaned Auckland 23 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney and returned to Bridge Pa. Discharged 14 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit, 1 Hawkes Bay Regt. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HAPI, Turoa | 211049 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 21/05/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Hastings on 22 Dec 1930. Labourer at Bridge Pa, Hastings. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 8.30am on 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then by Qantas to Japan. Entered Japan 23 May 1953. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1953 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 22 May 1954 and appointed MT NCO. Promoted Lance Corporal 17 Aug 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the journey to NZ by Teal aircraft from Sydney, deplaning Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 185 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. His medals were stolen after an ANZAC Day Parade in 1966 but were replaced at cost. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1193 was sent 29 Mar 1957 to Bridge Pa, Hastings, but was returned to Base Records as he had left with no forwarding address. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Hastings 4 Sep 1993 aged 65 years. |
| HARAKI, Tai | 536526 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 02/04/2056 | Born Whakaki, Hawke’s Bay 15 May 1932. Attested 4 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Serving TF soldier in 2 Field Regiment. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the following day. Had some problems with military discipline. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Mar 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Christchurch 2 Apr 1956 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged 14 Jun 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Hamilton 2010. Died Wairoa 13 Aug 2018 aged 86 years. Buried in the Wairoa RSA Section of the cemetery. May be related to Wirimu Kihitu |
| HARAKI, Wirimu Kihitu | 211365 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 02/04/2056 | Born Whakaki Hawke’s Bay 17 Apr 1930. Driver for Odlins Timber Coy, Waikaou. Attested 5 May 1954 in 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland as a Gunner, 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1954. TSFD from the RNZA to RNZASC on 10 Sep 1954, posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1954 and entered Korea the following day. Attached NZ Base Japan 20–26 Oct 1955 for duty with Rugby Team. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Dec 1955 and appointed 2i/c Section B Platoon and to Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1956. Attached again to NZ Base HQ, Japan for Rugby Team 20–24 Feb 1956. Attached Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo for Rugby 24–27 Feb 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood, Christchurch, 2 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged 14 Jun 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Wairoa 2 Mar 1987 aged 56 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). May be brother or related to Tai Haraki q.v. |
| HARAWIRA, Teina Mutu | 32698 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 02/09/2053 | Regular Force soldier. TSFD to and attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for voyage to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on MV Devonshire and disembarked Kure, Japan 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 24 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1952. Attached to HQ RASC NCO School 16 May 1953. RTNZ by air. SOS Kayforce 27 Oct 1953 and reposted to Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARBOUR, Robert Harry | 12162 | Leading Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Barnsbury, London, UK, on 8 May 1921. Served in the Royal Navy for five years and reached the rate of Leading Signalman by the time he was discharged. Appears to have been a bus driver after leaving the RN. Entered the RNZN at Maori, London, on 14 Jun 1948 as a Signalman. Advanced to Leading Signalman 15 Jun 1948. Initially drafted to Arabis 14 Jun–19 Aug 1948 while awaiting posting to Loch Achanalt on 19 Aug 1948 which became Pukaki on 13 Sep 1948. Robert was a member of the crew which brought the ship to New Zealand. Served in Philomel 20 Sep 1949–15 Jan 1950. Drafted to Pukaki 16 Jan 1950 and sailed on a Pacific Islands tour. On the outbreak of the Korean War she RTNZ, was stored, armed and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ on 2 Dec 1950. Served in Philomel 7 Dec 1950. DEE on 30 Jun 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. No information about his RN service and WWII medal entitlement is known. On discharge he and his wife Rose remained in Auckland. |
| HARDAKER, Stanley Edward | 204397 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/07/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Whanganui 4 Mar 1924. Farm Labourer at Te Kauwhata. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. His training was conducted in Papakura and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jul 1952 on RMA Ararangi (Teal flight) to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni,16 Jul 1952. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 21Jul 1952. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to RASC NCO School 10 May 1953. M/I 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA RASC NCO School 30 May 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal and appointed one of the unit’s LMG men and to Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954 and M/I 16 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 2 Apr 1954 from Teal flight (Sub flight B ex Changte) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 263 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Jun 1954. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Whanganui 2004. Died Whanganui 31 Jul 2018 aged 94 years. |
| HARDIE, Vincent Maxwell | 208982 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Oamaru 21 Jun 1928. Watersider, Waterfront Commission, Bluff. Attested 28 Apr 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA 28 May 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Aug 1954 as a Gunner on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam and Iwo Jima. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 6 Sep 1954 and became a Driver. Entered Korea 8 Sep 1954. Failed to adhere to ROs and other orders and was AWOL. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 20 Sep 1954 and attached FAP NZ Base HQ to attend cooking course. M/I to NZ Base HQ 23 Sep 1954. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA NZ Base HQ 3 Nov 1954. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp, TSFD to 121 US Evac Hosp and discharged to unit 26 Apr 1954. Acute bronchitis and incomplete fracture of 8th right rib. Admitted twice more to Hosp for the same or similar cause. He committed further misdemeanours. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSDF to the NZ Roll 9 Apr 1956. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 240 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jun 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HARDING, Derek | 15618 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Witley, Surrey, UK, 23 Nov 1929. Previous service in the Royal Navy from 23 May 1947–22 Nov 1954 with Service No P/SSX833020. Served briefly in Nelson (battleship) and was in Dryad the RN training establishment for Radar operators. Served in Glasgow (light cruiser) 27 Jul 1948–10 Nov 1949 and served in the West Indies. Advanced to Able Seaman 28 Oct 1948. Returned to Dryad for further courses 13 Feb–5 May 1950. Served briefly in the RN Tug Antic then in Battleaxe (destroyer) 2 Sep 1950–8 Oct 1951 then to Vanguard (Britain’s largest battleship) Oct 1951–18 Aug 1952. Also served in Peacock (frigate) in the Mediterranean 7 Jan 1953–17 Oct 1954 on patrols trying to prevent ‘illegal’ immigration to Israel. Discharged to Shore 22 Nov 1954. Enlisted in RNZN at Maori 17 Oct 1955. On arrival in NZ he was in Philomel for administration and learn something of the New Zealand ways. Drafted to Kaniere 3 Feb 1956 and sailed from Auckland for service in Korean waters 1 Apr 1956–8 May 1957. On RTNZ served in Philomel and Irirangi and was sent to HMAS Watson 4 Jan–19 May 1955 and qualified Radar Plotter 2nd Class. Later served twice more in Royalist and thrice more in Philomel. DEE 16 Oct 1961. Died Ohaewai, 17 Jun 2004 aged 74 years. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K), Entitled to NZDSM (R). His other awards are not known. |
| HARDING, Lawrence Powell | 204077 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Matamata 1 Nov 1926. The family moved and he came from Owairaka Valley, Te Awamutu. He was a farmer for his father and then for Harding Brothers Te Awamutu. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. His training for Korea was manly conducted in Papakura Camp. M/O Papakura for embarkation 1 Aug 1951 and embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. M/O Darwin 11.50pm 20 Aug 1951 and flown by Qantas to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for Korea. Entered Korea and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1952 (2i/c Section) and to Lance Corporal 1 Dec 1952. Made one error–driving without due care and attention and that cost £5. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days, Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whakatane 3 Aug 1977 aged 50 years. |
| HARDING, Ronald Rochfort (Ron) | 31347 | Captain | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 24/01/2052 | Born Auckland 15 Jan 1927. Recent graduate from the Royal Military College Duntroon. Appointed to the Emergency Force (Kayforce) as a Lieutenant and entered Camp on 11 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Took command of the Ordnance Section’s 4.2-inch mortar and 16 Fd Regt ammunition. During Kapyong battle noted that Kayforce was getting dangerously low in 25-pounder ammunition and had to get some flown in from Japan. Had to resist 45 Fd Regt’s efforts to take 16 Fd Regt’s ammunition. Also OC of a Transport Platoon 1950–51. Recalled that the Jan of 1951 was some of the coldest weather he had ever experienced. Temperatures were so low that tent pegs could not be driven into the frozen ground on the overnight stop at Naktong-ni on the way to Naegon-ni. ETD Iwakuni 21 Jan 1952 and RTNZ circa 25 Jan 1952 at the end of his TOD. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Feb 1952 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Central Districts Training Unit, Linton Camp. Later Colonel. Appointed OBE (Mil) 1977. Retired 16 Jan 1980. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Levin 6 May 2013 aged 86. |
| HARDING, William Ralph | 14750 | Stoker | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Levin 22 Jul 1929. Fitter welder at Pahiatua before joining the RNZN 9 Apr 1953 as Stoker on an eight-year engagement. After his initial training in Tamaki, he, like many others of his time was drafted to the cruiser Bellona for his first sea service. Drafted to Kaniere on 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for service in Korea. Served in that ship until 16 Jan 1956. Kaniere was part of the British Far East Fleet at this time. He was therefore in Korean waters after the Armistice was signed and did not qualify for the UN Korea Medal. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955, after leave, he was drafted to Black Prince on 17 Jan 1956 but after six months in that ship he was Discharged by Purchase on 19 Jun 1956. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and Entitled to NZDSM. |
| HARDING, Wirepa | 300955 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Mokau, Whangarei 3 Jun 1933. Labourer for NZ Railways Whangarei. Attested 28 Jul 1954 in Kayforce 18th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC 8 Sep 1954. Emplaned Auckland 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for flight to Sydney and onto Japan via Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Eventually deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted 19 Nov 1954 to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Entered Korea 20 Nov and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Nov 1954. M/I and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 8 Mar 1955 rugby trials. M/O NZ Base HQ and CTBA 10 Tpt Coy 7 May 1955. He was a Temporary Lance Corporal Cook 24 Jun 23 Nov 1955. Granted 12 days R&R leave 1–12 Oct 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb and was discharged to unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 22 Apr 1956 and struck off the NZ Roll. TSFD to the NZ Roll for medical RTNZ 10 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas one year 212 days. remained under medical care. Discharged 31 Dec 1956 and posted to TF unit (1 Northland Regt) to complete obligations under Mil Trg Act 1949. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Deceased but no date or place given in NZ Memory Tree. |
| HARDMAN, Frederick | 208981 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 16/02/2056 | Born Christchurch 24 Nov 1928. Plumber for Flavel & Sons Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Emplaned 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for Korea and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep, entered Korea 8 Sep and M/I to his unit 9 Sep 1954. Twice admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb for 3–4 days in Apr and May 1955. Failed to adhere to R&SOs. Admitted three more time to hosp for 3–4 days Jan and Feb 1956 TSFD to X(ii) List on each occasion. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (storeman) 1 Nov 1955 and to Acting Lance Corporal 6 Feb 1956 on TSFR to NZ Roll. Admitted 121 US Evac Hosp 18 Jan 1956 (Tonsilitis) TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to NZ Base HQ 4 Feb 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Feb 1956. Emplaned Japan 13 Feb 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 16 Feb 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 175 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Apr 1956. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch 22 Feb 2015 aged 86 years. |
| HARDMAN, Henry Noman | 13805 | Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born St Helens, Lancashire, UK, 30 Jul 1915 and was employed as a Fitter & Turner before he entered the Royal Navy on 27 Jun 1939 on a 12-year engagement. His Service No was D/MX 60512. After his initial training he served in Resource (Fleet Repair ship) 1 Dec 1940–11 Jun 1942 and spent most of his time in the Mediterranean while in this ship. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 27 Jun 1942. He then served in Fame (F-class destroyer) 30 Jul 1942–31 Oct 1947 and was assigned to North Atlantic escort duties. The Fame sank two u-boats before being TSFD back to British coastal waters in May 1944 and sunk another submarine in the same month. Fame remained in service until mid-1947 when she was paid off. He then served in shore stations until drafted to Glory (Colossus-class carrier) 19 Jul 1949–23 Jan 1951 and was drafted to Drake where he advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 27 Jun 1951. He was discharged from the RN on 8 May 1952 to enter the RNZN. Entered the RNZN in Maori, London, as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 9 May 1952 and advanced over the next three-days to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class. He was in Philomel until 15 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–14 Jul 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 15 Jul 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for service in Malaysian and in Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer 1 Jul 1954 and to Chief Engine Room Artificer 1 Jul 1955. On RTNZ he was drafted to Black Prince on 8 Nov 1955–1 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on Second Commissioning voyage on 20 May 1957 for service in Malayan and Korean waters. He RTNZ 17 Feb 1958 and was then in Philomel until drafting back to Royalist on 7 Jul 1958–27 Sep 1959. His last posting was to Philomel 28 Sep 1959 to 8 May 1962. Discharged to RA 8 May 1962. His WWII medallic awards are 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with France & Germany Star, Africa Star and War Medal which were issued in Jul 1949. Also awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal 7 Nov 1958. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| HARDWICKE, Allan Reginal | 207907 | Craftsman | LAD RNZEME | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Born Christchurch 24 Nov 1928. Plumber for Flavel & Sons Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 27 Apr 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Aug 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for Korea and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep, entered Korea 8 Sep and M/I to his unit 9 Sep 1954. Twice admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb for 3–4 days in Apr and May 1955. Failed to adhere to R&SOs. Admitted three more time to hosp for 3–4 days Jan and Feb 1956 TSFD to X(ii) List on each occasion. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (storeman) 1 Nov 1955 and to Acting Lance Corporal 6 Feb 1956 on TSFR to NZ Roll. Admitted 121 US Evac Hosp 18 Jan 1956 (Tonsilitis) TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to NZ Base HQ 4 Feb 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Feb 1956. Emplaned Japan 13 Feb 1956 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 16 Feb 1956 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 175 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Apr 1956. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch 22 Feb 2015 aged 86 years. |
| HARE, Hori Himi | 204365 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 23/01/2053 | Born Motukaraka, Hokianga 11 Jun 1924. Bushman for Te Puke Sawmills Ltd Attested 22 Feb 1952 in Kayforce as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 as a Gunner, on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. Battle Casualty wounded 8 Sep 1952 Gun-shot wounds Chest, abdomen and liver. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 8 Sep 1952. TSFD to 8055 MASH and placed on dangerously ill list 12 Sep 1953. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 8 Oct 1952 and shown on seriously ill List. TSFD to dangerously ill list on morning 26 Oct 1952. Reported making satisfactory progress and removed from seriously ill list 22 Dec 1952. TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 14 Jan 1953 for RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jan 1953 and travelled via Australia. Deplaned Auckland (Medical) 23 Jan 1953. This was a six-day trip when the normal for this period was three days. Possibly stopped Concord Repat Hosp for checking his medical condition. Served overseas 236 days. Admitted Auckland Public Hosp 23 Jan 1953. Had medical care at Whangarei, Kawakawa and was to stay at home under medical supervision from Rawene Hospital. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died result of an accident. Place and date not known. |
| HAREMAN, D M | 0 | ? | ? | ? | 01/01/1970 | 23/06/2054 | Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 23 Jun 1954 from Teal flight from Sydney. Returned to Wellington by flying boat deplaning 23 Jun 1954. (Evening Post 22 Jun 1954, p.15). This is another name mentioned by the news media but no further info available because no service number or forenames shown or known. |
| HARGEST, James Frank | 207794 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 11/09/2054 | Born Mataura, Southland 23 Mar 1928. Civil Servant in Land and Income Tax Dept. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as a Gunner on SS Ormonde at and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Remained in NZRTU, posted to 16 Fd Regt 9 Apr 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 8–18 Jul 1951, discharged direct to unit. To be Temporary Lance Bombardier while appointed Tech Ack 1 Dec 1951 and to Lance Bombardier 26 Jan 1952. Climbed Mt Fujiyama (12,395 feet) with Wally Wolstenholme while on three-days R&R leave. M/I to NZ Base HQ 6 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ for OCTU 27 Dec 1952. Deplaned Wellington 2 Jan 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. To report to OCTU Waiouru 14 Jan 1953. Re-emplaned Wellington 22 Apr 1953 on Teal to Sydney as Sergeant. Continued to Korea by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953. M/O from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 29 Apr 1953 and M/I to his unit 3 May 1953. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 5 Jun 1953, Temporary Lieutenant 1 Dec 1953. Promoted Lieutenant, 5 Jun 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 8–17 Jul 1954 and discharged to unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 9 Sep 1954. Deplaned Auckland 12 Sep 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas three years 169 days. SOS the Emergency Force 28 Nov 1954 and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA. Served in the TF from Nov 1954 until accepted for UN Service (as Captain NZ Regt) in India and Pakistan 27 Nov 1959. Re-Joined the Regular Force as a Captain 4 Jul 1967. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later a UN Observer in India and Pakistan. Awarded UNMOGIP Medal for India and Pakistan. Posted to the Retired List 24 Mar 1973. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM, KWSM and Korean Presidential Citation. Died Dunedin 8 Jan 2014 aged 86 years. |
| HARGRAVE, Laurence Gordon | 12066 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 10/03/2053 | Born Dunedin 26 Jan 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN 27 Apr 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. First sea service was in Bellona 2 Feb to 2 Jun 1949. Served in Kaniere (Able Seaman 21 Nov 1949) and in Bellona again before being drafted to Rotoiti 2 Dec 1951 for service in Korean waters. sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols, escorts and support duties. Was in the Han River estuary providing gunfire support but came under heavy fire from Communist shore batteries and had to make a hasty exit without suffering any casualties. DEE 26 May 1954. Nothing shown on his service record as to what medals he received. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM if he had applied for that award. |
| HARGREAVES, Allan Gibson | 13472 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Dunedin 6 Jul 1930. Milk rounds-man in Dunedin before joining the RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. Initial training was in Tamaki. First sea service was in Bellona during which time he advanced to Able Seaman. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jun 1952 to 9 Nov 1953 and sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 and served mainly on the west coast of Korea and in the Han River and Yalu Gulf area but spent some time on the east coast of Korea. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. Later attended a communications course at HMAS Watson in Australia. Reclassified Able Seaman Radar Plotter 3rd Class. Later served on Bellona again and was a member of the crew in that ship when she was returned to the UK to be replaced by Royalist. Served in Royalist its delivery voyage from the UK and was involved in the Suez incident in 1956. DEE 27 Sep 1958. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living at Birkenhead 2002. |
| HARGREAVES, Kenneth Woolford | 31196 | Temporary Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Nelson on 15 Jun 1925. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (643725, Private, Infantry Corps. Wood turner from Nelson. Next-of-kin Mrs M.B. Hargreaves (mother), Nelson.) Also served in 3 Royal Australian Regt. Ex Regular Force. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force at Nelson on 12 Jun 1951. His training was mainly conducted in Burnham Camp. To be Temporary Sergeant on 12 Jun 1951. Posted to active Service and to the RNZASC on 17 Jul 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo for Korea on 31 Aug, disembarked Pusan 2 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Reverts to Driver Temporary Corporal while appointed Sect Commander. To be Corporal 12 Jan 1952. Several military discipline breaches resulted in detention and reduction to the ranks on 10 Apr 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ 14 Jul 1952 and attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy as the Dental Officers Driver. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS (from Inchon Rest Centre). Served briefly in 16 Fd Regt 31 Aug–14 Sep 1952. Admitted 60 Ind FDS 7–13 Oct 1952 and had further military discipline breaches. Remained on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 203 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 May 1953. Re-joined Regular Force and served in 1 Bn NZ Regt in Malaya sailing from NZ the TSS Captain Cook 28 Nov 1957. Breached R&SOs again. Apparently learned little from previous breaches. Medically evacuated by RNZAF Hastings deplaning Whenuapai 3 Oct 1958. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Died Nelson 15 Feb 1982 aged 57 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARGREAVES, Thomas Ingham | 208932 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/11/2053 | 17/05/2055 | Born Gisborne 10 Feb 1929. Driver for F.J. Smith, Riccarton, Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Travelled by Teal from Wellington to Korea via Sydney and onwards by air Darwin, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Japan 7 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy, 29 Dec 1953 and M/I to his unit 31 Dec. Employed in the Workshop Section. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 for RTNZ via Manila and Australia. Was ‘off loaded’ at Sydney and Admitted to AMF Concord Hospital, Sydney for treatment. Deplaned Auckland 17 May 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jul 1955. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Living at Papakura in 2004. Died Papakura 27 Aug 2015 aged 86 years. |
| HARKER, Richard (Dick) | 208728 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born 25 Apr 1927 Millerton, Westport. Enlisted in Kayforce during Apr 1952. Emplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, Australia, then travelled by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam to Japan and landed at Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Embarked Sasebo 28 Aug 1952 and sailed to Pusan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Bombardier during his time in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 9 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Aug 1954. Joined Regular Force. Died Christchurch, 5 Jun 2001 aged 74 years. |
| HARKESS, Norman Ross | 11449 | Petty Officer Cook | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Lyttelton 19 Sep 1928. Worked for Latex Rubber Co, before joining the RNZN as Assistant Cook on 8 May 1947. Served in Arbutus, Bellona, Taranaki and then Bellona a second time. Continued to serve at sea in Lachlan, Black Prince and Kaniere. Sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korean waters during 1956 and 1957. Kaniere RTNZ 8 May 1957. Later served in Royalist in Malayan waters but did not appear to have qualified for the GSM 1962. Awarded Naval LS& GC Medal 10 Jan 1967 as Chief Petty Officer Cook. Discharged to RA 7 May 1967. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Died Christchurch, 21 Sep 2005. |
| HARKNESS, Alexander Maxwell | 896837 | Sapper | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/10/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Timaru 4 Aug 1931. Served during WWII. Ex TF soldier. Truck driver for W J McHaffie, Pleasant Point, Timaru. Attested in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953 and underwent training at Papakura and Burnham. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA 9 Jan 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to RNZE 28 Feb 1954. Attached FAP 28 Fd Engr Regt RE and served in 12 Fd Sqn (British Army). Brother to Bruce Harkness. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZE to RNZA 25 Jun 1954 and CTBA 28 Fd Engr Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Jul 1954 and to Temporary Bombardier 14 Sep 1954 and to Bombardier 20 Oct 1954. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 51 days. Discharged 17 Jan 1955 and posted to Territorial Force. Died Timaru, 5 Dec 2006 aged 75 years. Awarded UN Korea Medal and was later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HARKNESS, Ivan Bruce | 208912 | Sapper | 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 07/10/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Timaru 7 Sep 1924. Previous service in the Army with Service No 632252 for harvest work over a five-week period. Truck driver for W J McHaffie, Pleasant Point, Timaru. Enlisted in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953 and underwent training at Papakura and Burnham. Emplaned Wellington 7 Oct 1953 as Sapper on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) 15 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 16 Nov 1953 and attached to the plant troop of the NZ Section of 28 Fd Engr Regt. M/O NZ Base HQ, posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZE to RNZA and CTBA 28 Fd Engr Regt 12 Oct 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 51 days. Discharged 17 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal and later was entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living in Timaru circa 1990. Brother to Alex Harkness. Died Ashburton 2 Oct 2007 aged 83 years. |
| HARLAND, David Patrick Michael | 122447 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Ohura, Taranaki 25 Jan 1931. Linesman for the Taranaki Electric Power Board before he enlisted in the RNZN as a Stoker on 30 Sep 1948. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Pukaki on 15 Apr 1949. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 30 Sep 1949. Pukaki had just returned from a Pacific Islands cruise when she was re-fuelled and stored and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 to serve in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. On RTNZ served in Philomel 23 Jan–18 Jun 1951. Drafted to Taupo on 28 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1952 for further service in Korea. TSFD to Belfast (cruiser) 10 Oct for an Assistant Watch Keeper’s Course. On completion of the course TSFD to Hawea 28 Jan 1952 and RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Served in Philomel 21 Mar 1952–18 Jan 1953 then served briefly in Black Prince before returning to Philomel 28 Feb–19 May 1953. Served at Ngaponga in Aug and was TSFD to RNZ Naval Reserve 20 May 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Korean War Service Medal 1950–53. |
| HARLEN, Edgar Thomas | 0 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 31/12/2052 | See COCKHEAD |
| HARLEY, John Cameron Kerr | 4777 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Australia 28 May 1921. Started out as a medical student. Entered NZ Div of the RN on 16 Apr 1942 as an Ordinary Seaman. Served in HMS Achilles 19 Sep 1942–16 Feb 1943. Advanced to Able Seaman on 14 Jan 1943. Promoted to Temporary Acting Sub-Lieutenant on 2 Jul 1943, Sent to Britain and was stationed in Victory and went on TODs to several other stations and ships like Cyclops (depot repair ship) and Ocean (carrier 30 Jun–28 Nov 1947). Granted a permanent commission in the RNZN on 1 Jun 1946. Served in Bellona as a Lieutenant from 29 Jan 1949–22 Nov 1950. Borne additional in Maori, London 23 Nov 1950. Promoted Lieutenant Commander on 15 Aug 1953. Served in Bellona as the Torpedo & Anti-submarine officer 1954. Appointed to Royalist on 9 Apr 1957–21 Sep 1958 for the Second Commission voyage 20 May1957–04-Jul-1958. Later entitled to or awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| HARMAN, Felix Rae | 211000 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 28/01/2053 | 31/07/2054 | Born Nelson 3 Sep 1929. Came from Stoke. Fireman, NZ Railways Loco Dept, Wellington. Applied to enlist in the Regular Force in 1947 but did not meet the medical requirements. Enlisted 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 9 Feb 1953. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 21 Sep 1953 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp at Kure. Discharged from Hosp and returned to his unit. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 188 days. Discharged 3 Oct 1954. Re-engaged by NZ Railways as Fireman at Upper Hutt then the Loco Dept, Gore. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 18 Oct 1955 as a driver RNZASC and emplaned for Korea on 3 Dec 1955. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for Cooking Course 1 Mar–2 Apr 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon as Chief Cook 15 May 1956. Admitted Canadian Medical Det 1–4 Aug 1956 and returned to unit on discharge. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal Cook 24 Oct 1956. Promoted Temporary Corporal while holding that appointment of Sergeant Cook 21 Dec 1956 and was promoted Corporal 35 Jun 1957. RTNZ 12 Aug 1957. Discharged 6 Oct 1957. Served this tour one year 254 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living in West Australia 2007. |
| HARMAN, Henry Douglas | 34009 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/12/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Nelson 12 Sep 1930. Ex Regular Force soldier enlisted in RNZASC 29 Sep 1949. Discharged 17 Jan 1951 at his own request. Truck driver for Baigent’s Mill, Quail Valley, Nelson. Attested 22 Jun 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA 27 Jun 1953. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 2 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney, Qantas from Sydney to Japan via Port Moresby and Manila. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 17 Dec 1953 and entered Korea 21 Dec 1953. Had several failures adhering to Routine Orders and AWOL. M/O 16 Fd Regt 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by RNZAF Hastings aircraft (Flight 2) to Harewood, deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas 354 days. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HARMAN, John Curtis | 1611 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Nelson 19 May 1922. Was a schoolboy prior to entering the NZ Division of the Royal Navy on 19 May 1938 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training at HMS Philomel 19 May 1938–19 May 1939 advancing to Boy 1st Class on 8 Oct 1938. Drafted to HMS Leander 20 May 1939 and served in that ship until 18 Oct 1943 taking part in all the actions in which the ship was involved. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 19 May 1940, Able Seaman on 17 Jan 1941, Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) on 22 Aug 1942 and to Leading Seaman on 22 Aug 1943. Leander was commissioned as a ship of the RNZN in Sep 1941. During the Battle of Kolombangara 13 Jul 1943 Leander was badly damaged but was able to return to Auckland before going to Boston for a full repair and refit. From 19 Oct 1943 to 31 May 1945 he served in Philomel and Tamaki being advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) and to Petty Officer (Permanent) during that time. John Harman also served in Kiwi and Arbutus but spent most of his time between 1 Jun 1945 and 26 Aug 1949 in Philomel or Tamaki. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 27 Aug–28 Oct 1949 followed directly after to HMAS Watson returning to NZ 7 Nov 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 26 Nov 1949 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer 1 Aug 1950. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. On RTNZ 21 Oct 1951 he was next in Philomel from 22 Nov 1951–12 Mar 1952. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 19 Jun 1955 and British Empire Medal 31 Dec 1955 (NY Hons). He later served in Kiwi, in Tamaki and Philomel a number of times before being sent to Maori in the UK, 11 Jun–14 Aug 1956. Drafted 14 Aug 1956 to Endeavour our first Antarctic support vessel and was a crew member to bring the ship back to NZ. He remained in Endeavour until 23 Apr 1959 and probably made three trips to Antarctica. John Harman was Discharged to RA 18 May 1959. Awarded British Empire Medal, 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HARONGA, Arthur Stewart | 33982 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 30/08/2052 | Born Gisborne 2 Sep 1925. Attested in 2 NZEF 5 Mar 1943 and issued with Service No 817672. Entered Camp 1 May 1944. Embarked with the 12th Reinforcements 29 Jun 1944 in HMT 84. Entered Egypt 2 Aug 1944. Embarked Alexandria for Italy 20 Jun 1944. RTNZ 10 Aug 1945. SOS 2 NZEF and discharged 1 Nov 1945. Awarded Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted Wellington 26 Sep 1949 as a RF Sapper with Service No 33982. While at the CD Training Camp (Linton) he was described as, “Keen and reliable and works hard. Shows a natural aptitude for fieldcraft and is outstanding in this subject…” Discharged at his own request 24 Aug 1950. Painter and Paper Hanger at the Freezing Works, Petone. Attested in Kayforce 8 Feb 1951. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jun 1951 with 2nd Reinforcements and flew by service aircraft to Sydney then sailed in MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 15 Aug 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Treated at Norwegian Mash 16 Feb 1952 for suspected fractured leg and concussion and returned to unit. Committed several misdemeanours 19 Apr 1952–punishment amended to 45 days. Admitted to Swedish Hosp 30 May 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 7 Jul 1952. Medically re-boarded 9 Jul 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll (medical return) 24 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 34 days. Discharged 14 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Died Porirua 8 Feb 1983 aged 57 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HARONGA, Harawira Turoa Hamilton | 34900 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Hastings 22 Nov 1933. Ex Regular Force Cadet in Grenville Class 1951 but left before graduating. Shepherd for Hope Bros., Hastings. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements 5 May 1954. Emplaned Auckland as a Gunner 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Posted to B Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to RNZASC. M/O to NZ Base HQ CTBA to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ (Concert Party) 10–12 Nov 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ 5–8 Mar 1955 for rugby trials. Was a member of the Kayforce Rugby Team touring Japan 25 Mar–3 Apr but did not arrive back at 10 Tpt Coy until 24 Apr 1955. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ (Rugby Team) 20–26 Oct 1955. Spent one more day with a Concert Party 12 Jan 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 235 days. Discharged 19 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit (1 Hawkes Bay Regt). Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HARPER, Brian James | 15126 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 23/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Dunedin 28 Apr 1938. Enlisted in RNZN on 6 Jun 1954 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki until drafted to Pukaki as Boy 1st Class on 27 Apr 1955. Pukaki sailed from Auckland circa 28 Apr 1955 for service in South East Asia and served in Korean waters Aug 1955–Jul 1956. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 28 Oct 1955. Also served in Stawell and advanced to Able Seaman, Kaniere, Lachlan and Rotoiti. Sent to the UK, 11 May 1960 as a member of the crew to bring Otago to NZ and remained in her until 22 Mar 1961. Served in Pukaki 23 Mar 1961–3 Jan 1962. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 4 Jan 1962 and to Leading Seaman on 4 Jan 1963. Served in Philomel 13 Mar 1963. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Local) 4 Jul 1963 and to Petty Officer 21 Jan 1964. Sent to HMAS Watson 7 Aug–17 Nov 1964. Drafted to Taranaki 25 Mar 1965 and served in Borneo waters during Confrontation qualifying for the GSM 1962 by service on dates 29 Nov–21 Dec 1965 and 27 Feb–22 Mar 1966. This GSM1962 with clasp ‘Borneo’ clasp was sent to NZDLS London for issue as he was at HMS Vernon on a course 2 Sep–7 Dec 1967. Qualified as TASI (Torpedo & Anti-submarine Instructor). Drafted to Blackpool 8 Mar 1968–19 Apr 1970. Served in Philomel and advanced to Chief Petty Officer (Temporary) 1 Feb 1971. Drafted to Taranaki as Petty Officer 27 Sep 1971 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer back dated to 3 Sep 1971. He again returned to Philomel 29 Nov 1972 where he is shown as Acting Warrant Officer 28 Feb 1974, Temporary Warrant Officer 3 Sep 1974 then back to Chief Petty Officer 9 Dec 1974. Drafted to Taranaki as Chief Petty Officer 9 Dec 1974. Advanced to Temporary Warrant Officer 25 Jan 1975, back to Chief Petty Officer 2 Sep 1975, then to Warrant Officer on 3 Sep 1975 which he retained for the remainder of his service. This must have been and unsettling time for him. Later served in Tasman, COMAUCK then embarked 1 Apr 1978 for service in the UK. Returned to Tasman then served in Tamaki, Otago then in manning in Philomel. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), GSM1962 with clasp ‘Borneo’ and Naval LS&GC Medal (28 Apr 1971). Entitled to NZDEFSM. Discharged to RA Feb 1983. Retired to ten-acre farmlet near Albany just north of Auckland. Died Albany 30 Jul 2011. |
| HARPER, Bruce Medland | 203823 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 31/12/2052 | Born Pukekohe 26 Dec 1926. Maintenance fitter and turner for East Tamaki Dairy Co, Manurewa. Attested 31 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in Waiouru camp 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served as a Vehicle Mechanic in 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 28 Jun 1952, to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 30 Jul 1952 and to Bombardier 30 Nov 1952. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni for compassionate RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 11 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Served overseas two years 23 days. Died 20 Mar 1998 aged 71 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARPER, Edwin Wallace | 13369 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Christchurch 29 Oct 1933. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class 15 Jun 1950. First sea service was in Bellona during when he advanced to the rate of Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Rotoiti 10 Dec 1951 and advanced to Able Seaman 14 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols, escorts and support duties. Was in the Han River estuary providing gunfire support but came under heavy fire from Communist shore batteries and had to make a hasty exit without suffering any casualties. Advanced to Able Seaman 29 Jul 1952. On RTNZ was in Philomel for a period then sent on an Under-surface Water Class 3 (UW3 or USW3) course to HMAS Rushcutter 22 Oct 1953–4 Feb 1954. Served in Philomel and again in Bellona. Returned to HMAS Rushcutter 29 Jul–28 Nov 1954 for Under-surface Warfare 2nd Class course, which he completed successfully. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955–10 Mar 1956. Pukaki sailed from Auckland in Jul 1955 for service in Singapore/Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 24 Aug 1955 by which time the ship was in Korean waters. RTNZ early from that Tour of Duty and was back in Philomel 11 Mar 1956. Discharged BNPS,10 May 1957. Died Christchurch 20 Jul 1987 aged 54 years. Buried at Harewood Cemetery, Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARPER, Evan Bryce | 208603 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Invercargill 7 Apr 1927. Slaughterman for Southland Frozen Meat Co, Ltd Makarewa. Served in the RNZAF for one month only. Attested 20 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. He was not used to Army discipline and soon built a catalogue of misdemeanours. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flying boat flight for Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1952 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Further breaches of Military discipline. There is very little on which to build a story of good service in Korea. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 24 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 17 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He was away from NZ for one year 287 days but 60 days were not counted because of Field Punishments and detentions. Discharged 9 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. |
| HARPER, Gordon John (Blue) | 208168 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 13/09/2052 | Born Balclutha 8 Jun 1929. Drapery Assistant before joining the RNZN on 15 Nov 1945 as a Boy 1st Class with Service No NZ11094. He served in HMNZS Achilles and HMNZS Gambia in SE Asian and Pacific waters before discharging from the RNZN on 10 Jun 1947 in the rate of Boy 1st Class. He had served in the RNZN for one year 207 days. Between his service in the RNZN and before joining Kayforce he was employed as a Tradesman bricklayer for Thompson and Woodrow of Gore. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force as a Corporal in 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked 2 Sep 1951 at Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 4 Sep 1951 and was Posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 Nov 1951 and appointed section 2i/c. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Jan 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal 10 May 1952 and appointed Section Corporal. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Guard Room (Escort) 10 Jul–18 Jul 1952. TSFD to X List and admitted 25 Canadian FDS 18 Aug 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged 2 Aug 1952. Reverted to Lance Corporal 16 Aug 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 16 Aug to 8 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and continued medical treatment. Deplaned Wellington 13 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sidney. Served overseas one year 44 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jun 1953. Living in Invercargill in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died at Ascot Care Home, Invercargill 7 Jul 2015 aged 85 years. |
| HARPER, James Edward | 15526 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born on 22 Aug 1940. Entered the RNZN on 19 Jan 1956 as a Boy 2nd Class. He advanced to Boy 1st Class and then to Junior Signalman while under training in Tamaki. After initial training he served in Philomel and was drafted on 17 May 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia, Japan and Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman on 22 Feb 1958. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Communication Division. He then served in several ships and stations including Philomel, Kaniere, Royalist, Otago, Royalist twice more Wakefield and Rotoiti. DDE 21 Aug 1966. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| HARPER, James Robert | 11477 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Dargaville 7 Aug 1926. Farmhand at Dargaville before joining the RNZN 8 May 1947 as Stoker 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki and Philomel, he like many of his peers first served at sea in Bellona 18 Oct 1947 to 5 Jul 1949 during which time he advanced to Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Hawea 30 Mar 1950 and sailed from Auckland for Korean service on 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and left this ship two-days later. He was promoted Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 2 Feb 1952 while serving in Philomel and returned to Bellona 30 May 1952. DEE 7 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HARRAWAY, Frederic Rowan | 207795 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/05/2052 | Previous service in the Army. Came from Dunedin. Enlisted in KMB during Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Marched Out from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 18 Nov 1951. Later emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled by Qantas or BCPA to Sydney and by Teal to NZ deplaning Wellington 23 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1210 was sent on 29 Mar 1957 to his parents address in Dunedin. Died Dunedin 11 May 1984. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRIDGE, Victor Ian | 12690 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born New Southgate, Middlesex, UK, 14 Aug 1925. He was employed as a labourer before entered the Royal Navy on 27 Sep 1943 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No C/JX 559698. Underwent initial training in HMS Glendower, training establishment at Caernarfonshire, Wales in what had been a Butlin's holiday camp followed by further training in Pembroke. Drafted to Nairana an escort carrier 7 Feb 1944–28 Sep 1944 and advanced to Able Seaman on 27 Jun 1944. This ship was involved in convoy escort and protection. Returned to Pembroke and was drafted to LST 430 on 17 Oct 1944. Unfortunately, there is little available for what this vessel did. Posted to Pembroke IV and served in the destroyer Solebay 23 Mar 1946–8 Nov 1946. Released from the RN on 14 Feb 1947. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France & Germany’ clasp and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Cook (soon known as Maori) in London on 27 Feb 1949 as an Able Seaman. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and then to Rotoiti 7 Jun 1949 and was one of the crew to sail this ship to New Zealand. On arrival in NZ he served briefly in Tamaki, a little longer in Philomel and was drafted to Bellona 10 Oct 1950–27 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel 28 Aug 1951–7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 5 Jul 1953 and sailed from Auckland to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. RTNZ 23 Nov 1953. DEE 26 Feb 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRINGTON, Desmond Harold | 208856 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZA | 20/05/2053 | 19/05/2054 | Born Christchurch 24 Apr 1924. Employed as a truck driver for Mr Greenhill of Greymouth. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Most of his training for Korea was conducted in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZASC on entering Burnham Camp and to Active Service on 4 Mar 1953. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement at Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 2 Jun 1953 and entered Korea on 4 Jun 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 5–15 Jun 1953 and returned to his unit. Admitted 25 Canadian F.D.S and TSFD to X(ii) List. TSFD to Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit. Discharged direct to unit on 12 Feb 1954. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 13–18 Feb 1954 and was discharged direct to his unit. TSFD to NZ Roll 13 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni on 15 May 1954 for RTNZ (medical evacuation) and deplaned Wellington 19 May 1954. from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas exactly ONE YEAR. Discharged 26 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These were sent on 19 Aug 1954, again 19 Apr 1956 and returned each time the medals were sent and were posted again on 12 Feb 1957 to an address in Victoria, Australia. |
| HARRIS, Albert Cannon | 11214 | Acting Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Tahoraiti, Dannevirke on 10 Apr 1930. He was a school student before he entered the RNZN 11 Jul 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. After initial training he was drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class on 7 May 1947. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 10 Apr 1948 and to Able Seaman on 10 Nov 1948. He then served in Philomel where he changed to Acting Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 10 Oct 1949 and to Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on 13 Dec 1949. He served in Bellona again before he was drafted to Pukaki on 30 Mar 1950. Pukaki sailed together with Tutira from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Pukaki RTNZ on 3 Dec 1950. The remainder of his contract was served mainly in NZ shore stations like Irirangi and Philomel apart from attending a course in HMAS Cerberus 23 Feb–22 Dec 1952 and advanced to Leading Radio Electricians Mate on 2 Mar 1952. He served for a short time in Pukaki which was then in the Reserve Fleet. DEE on 7 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, Charles Lewis | 11215 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born New Plymouth 3 Oct 1930 and came from Ahititi, a small settlement in north Taranaki. Worked as a store-boy before he entered the RNZN 11 Jul 1946 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 28 Nov 1946. Drafted to Bellona for his first sea service 11 Sep 1947. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 3 Apr 1948. Served in Philomel from 25 Sep 1948 and advanced to Able Seaman on 18 Nov 1948. Posting Card marked RUN 27 Mar 1950. Recovered and returned to service in Philomel as Able Seaman 17 Jul 1951. Drafted to Bellona 11 Sep 1951–30 May 1952. Served briefly in Philomel then drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but remained in Hawea until 23 Nov 1953. Served in Philomel 24 Nov 1953–2 Mar 1954 then in Irirangi 3 Mar–15 Sep 1954. DEE 2 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, Clement | 11587 | Signalman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 21/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Dunedin 10 Aug 1929. Parcel Boy at NZ Post before enlisting in the RNZN 2 Oct 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted as an Ordinary Signalman to Hawea on 7 Feb until 20 Sep 1949. He was then drafted to Rotoiti 21 Sep 1949 to 26 Sep 1950. He was on shore in Philomel until drafted again to Hawea on 19 Jan 1951 and the ship sailed from Auckland for Korean waters 21 Mar 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Hawea RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and after leave he was drafted to Irirangi at Waiouru. DEE 15 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were lost and replaced at cost in 2000. Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM. Died Cambridge 10 Mar 2014, aged 84 years. |
| HARRIS, Denis William | 204344 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Motukaraka, Hokianga 4 Dec 1923. Farmhand from Rawene, Northland. Served during WWII (Service No 812905) Embarked on HM Transport 84 on 26 Jun 1944 and entered Egypt 2 Aug 1944 before moving to serve in Italy in 28 (Maori) Battalion. RTNZ 31 Dec 1945. Enlisted in Jayforce and embarked Wellington 20 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and arrived in Japan 18 Aug 1946. Promoted Lance Corporal, then Corporal while Section Leader in 2 NZ Div Cav. RTNZ 6 Jul 1947. Enlisted in Kayforce at Auckland as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jul 1952 on RMA Ararangi (Teal flight) To Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Served with 16 Fd Regt. Attached to British Com Z Signals Squadron as member of the UN Honour Guard from 2 Sep 1953 to 16 Feb. TSFD to NZ Base HQ 18 Feb 1954 and emplaned in Japan for RTNZ 10 Apr 1954. Deplaned Auckland 17 Apr 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jun 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, George | 204544 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/01/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Tokomaru Bay 15 Jul 1929. Truck driver for Challenge Phosphate Company, Otahuhu. Attested 14 Oct 1953 at Auckland for service in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 10 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Auckland 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, George William Alexander | 204133 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/12/2052 | Born Taumarunui on 11 Aug 1927. Previous service in BCOF, Japan leaving New Zealand 30 Jul 1946. Served in NZ 25 Fd Battery. Spent some time at Yamaguchi. RTNZ 5 Jul 1994 on the Waitaki. (657725, Gunner, NZA. Farmhand from Ngarua, Waitoa, near Morrinsville. Next-of-kin Mrs E.J. Harris (mother), Ngarua, Waitoa.) Before joining Kayforce he was a milk truck driver for the Hamilton Milk Treatment Station. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked 1 Sep 1951 at Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea. Served in NZ component of 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ 19 Jul 1952. RTNZ on furlough 18 Dec 1952. Re-embarked on Teal flight for Korea 12 Feb 1953 and once more was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp (date indistinct) and was discharged 22 May 1953. Attached to Lines of Communication Independent Signal Sqn then returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. RTNZ arriving at Auckland on 14 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Apr 1954. Died Te Awamutu, 6 Apr 1987 aged 60 years. |
| HARRIS, Howard Hurlewell | 13478 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Oeo, about halfway between Opunake and Hawera 29 May 1932. Employed as a farmhand before entering the RNZN on 28 Sep 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel and he was then drafted to Bellona 7 May 1951–22 Apr 1952. Advanced to Able Seaman 12 Dec 1951. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter for further training 2 May–26 Sep 1952. Served in Philomel 27 Sep 1952–1 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Kaniere RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 but he remained in his ship until posted to Philomel on 27 May 1954. Served in Irirangi 22 Jul–3 Oct 1954 and served in Tui, Black Prince and Bellona. Drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1956–31 Mar 1957 and later served in Kaniere, Rotoiti and Pukaki. DEE 26 Sep 1962. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R), PJM and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, James Steven (Jim) | 204403 | Sergeant | Provost units/ 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZ Provost Corps | 16/06/2052 | 28/06/2056 | Born Mangamuka, Hokianga, 3 Jun 1927. Previous service in the Army. Enlisted in Jayforce 16th Reinforcements, A Platoon, D Coy (813586). Served in British Commonwealth Occupation Force in Japan in 2 NZ Div Cav and 11th NZ Provost Company. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight at Auckland to Sydney and flew by Qantas to Iwakuni, Japan deplaning 18 Jun 1952. M/I to Reinforcement Training Unit on Deployment. Served in Brit Com Base Provost Unit, in Japan. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 20 Sep 1952 and was attached FAP to Force Maintenance Area Provost Unit 24 Sep 1952. Promoted Corporal 20 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and furlough and deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1953. Re-embarked for Korea on 10 Feb 1954 and re-entered Japan 13 Feb 1954 and was attached FAP to Brit Com Provost Unit 15 Feb 1954. Posted to this unit on 1 Apr 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant Provost NCO 10 May 1954. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div lndep Coy 27 May–30 Jun 1955. Re-entered Korea 28 May 1955. Attached 10 Tpt Coy 19 Jul–9 Aug 1955. Granted a 12-month extension for service in Korea dating from 18 Jan 1955. Married Masako Kimura at Kure 5 Feb 1956. RTNZ 28 Jun 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Oct 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, Kenneth Dawson | 206333 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/03/2051 | Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Reported as having served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni, 18 Mar 1951 for RTNZ as a medical evacuation (stomach ulcer) to NZ via AMF Wing General Hospital, Concord, Sydney. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals which were sent to Auckland. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Apr 1951. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His sister living in Gisborne was his NOK. |
| HARRIS, Kenneth Thomas Peter | 12558 | Steward | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Wimbledon, Surrey, UK, 7 May 1927. Employed as a sound recording assistant before entering the RN on 23 Jan 1945 as an Assistant Steward (Acting Steward) with Service No LX 739005. Underwent training in Royal Arthur, Duke and in Pembroke. Drafted to Golden Hind a RN Shore station in Sydney Australia 19 Jun–28 Jul 1945 and from there was drafted to Indomitable which was in Sydney being refitted. His service in Indomitable was from 29 Jul–23 Sep 1945 during which time the ship carried out air attacks on Japanese explosive boats in Aug. His next ship was the Union Steam Ship Company’s Aorangi a former passenger liner taken up for war service and joined this ship on 24 Sep 1945 possibly in Brisbane where she arrived on 25 Sep 1945. He returned to Britain and was stationed in Tyne and served in the destroyer Ursa 10 Oct–31 Dec 1945. He remained in Ursa (now attached to HMS Victory 1 Jan–20 Jun 1946. Advanced to Steward 23 Jan 1946. The remainder of his time in the RN was spent in Pembroke and Tyne and was discharged from Pembroke on 3 Apr 1947. Awarded Pacific Star and War Medal. Entered RNZN at HMNZS Cook on 9 Jan 1949 as Steward. Cook was renamed Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira on 4 May 1949 and was a crew member who sailed the ship to NZ. He remained in Tutira and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Leading Steward on 4 Dec 1950. Tutira RTNZ 30 May 1951. Served in Philomel 21 Aug–30 Oct 1951 and then served in Tamaki until 22 Jan 1951. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 31 Jan–6 May 1952 for further training in his trade. On RTNZ he served briefly in Philomel and was then drafted to Bellona 9 Jun 1952–15 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–11 Oct 1954. Advanced to Petty Officer Steward.1 Jan 1953. Her returned to Tamaki 12 Oct 1954 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Steward 30 Nov 1954. He also served in Bellona again and was in the ship’s company when she was returned to the RN in 1956. Served in Royalist 17 Apr 1956–20 Dec 1958 and was in volved in the Suez affair when the canal was closed by Egypt. Royalist had to sail to NZ via South Africa. DEE 20 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, Lloyd Marshall | 203947 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Auckland on 9 Dec 1928. Painter for Mr L. Harris (father), Onehunga. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 26 Feb 1951. Emplaned Whenuapai 15 Jun 1951 by service aircraft to Sydney then sailed in MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 15 Aug 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP British JRBD 18 Nov 1951 for Cooks Course. Attached FAP to NZRTU 21 Feb 1952. Played fullback in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Valley Provincial Rep and Auckland Colts Rep.) Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZ Base HQ 31 Mar 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian Field Dressing Station, Seoul, 27–30 May 1952, accidental injury to ankle. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 4–10 Nov 1952 but was re-admitted seven days later. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Attended Korean Armistice Day celebrations in Korea with the Prime Minister's party in 2003. Died Auckland 11 Apr 2021 aged 90 years. |
| HARRIS, Matthew Joseph James | 204429 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Motukaraka, Hokianga, Northland 15 Sep 1929. Cargo worker who enlisted at Papakura. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements on 17 Apr 1952. Emplaned 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 6 Dec 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to New Zealand by Teal flight arriving 2 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged 28 May 1954. |
| HARRIS, Norman Dennis | 203534 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born 23 Aug 1925. Employed as a cook for Public Works Department, Waikaraka Park, Onehunga. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ and was employed as cook attached to the Light Aid Detachment NZ Tpt Pl and 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Served overseas for one year 237 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.7258 was sent to and address in Tauranga on 5 Apr 1957. Died Tokoroa, 6 May 1994 aged 69 years. |
| HARRIS, Ralph Ernest | 203824 | Temporary Sergeant | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Whangarei 22 May 1925. Linesman for Auckland Electric Power Co. Previous service in the RNZN (Service No 7958) for four and a half years. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 21 Dec 1950. Temporary Sergeant, 2i/c Signals Troop, Troop operator wireless and line, NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned 8 May 1952 New Zealand from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. TSFD from Kayforce to NZ Regular Force 22 Jun 1952. Discharged from the Regular Force at his own request 6 Aug 1952. Died Hamilton, Waikato 1 Jan 2011 aged 85 years. |
| HARRIS, Rex Jack | 203661 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born 24 Feb 1928. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (811917, Private, 3 Bn. Farm hand from Papamoa near Tauranga. Next-of-kin Mrs K.G. Harris (mother), Upper Papamoa, Tauranga.) RTNZ 16 Aug 1948 and discharged from Jayforce 28 Oct 1948. Factory worker at Morrinsville. Enlisted 30 Aug 1950 in Kayforce at Auckland. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Fd Regt Gun Number. Served wherever 16 Fd Regt went. Admitted Swedish Hospital through illness but discharged a week later. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by British Commonwealth Pacific Airways charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane Auckland 24 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jul 1952 and initially stayed at the Royal Hotel, Morrinsville. Served overseas one year 167 days. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1218 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to Tauranga. Returned to the Tauranga area. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARRIS, Robert Charles Owen | 204007 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 15/04/2053 | Born Frankton Junction 31 Mar 1926. Tanker Driver for Vacuum Oil Company Ltd, Auckland. Last NZ address was Okaihau, Northland. Attested 13 Jun 1951 at Whangarei in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown to Korea by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to Japan and the by ship from Sasebo to Pusan, Korea. Served in B Platoon, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 25 Dec 1951; Temporary Corporal 13 May 1952 then Corporal 1 Aug 1952. Attached as escort to 1 Comwel Div Guard Room for three weeks in Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 11-Apr-1953 for RTNZ via Sydney and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 15 Apr 1953. Served overseas for one year 258 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jun 1953. Died Whangarei, 29 Apr 2014 aged 88. |
| HARRIS, Robert George (Bob) | 300585 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Hokianga on 4 Jan 1933. Labourer for Eastley & Son, New Lynn, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce on 21 Apr 1953. Emplaned at Auckland 12 Aug and arrived at Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 28 Aug 1953. Attached to Div Main to attend a Physical Training Instructor course from 25 Oct to 14 Nov 1953. Attached to 32 Supply Platoon for Guard Duties 2–10 Jan 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 on Teal flight from Sydney. Discharged 13 Jan 1955 and posted to 1 Northland Regt unit from 14 Jan 1955. Served overseas for one year 102 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1220 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to Hokianga. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). Returned to Hokianga. |
| HARRIS, Roy Brian | 206489 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Royston, England, UK. Shoe repairer from New Plymouth. Attested 12 Jun 1951 at New Plymouth in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Promoted Lance Corporal 18 Aug 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy but little is known of his service in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Later moved to Epping, New South Wales, Australia. Roy's next-of-kin is shown as Mr H.G.Harris, Edgware, Middlesex, England, UK. Living at Partridge Green Horsham, Sussex, England in 1989. |
| HARRIS, Walter Ralph Johannessen | 814315 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/09/2054 | 21/12/2054 | Born Auckland 2 Nov 1931. Driver for Beilby & Dovell (Accountants) Paeroa. Served in CMT 4 Jan 1951 then in the Hauraki Regt and TSFD to the Auckland Regt. M/O on TSFR to Kayforce and was attested 4 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1954. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 10 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC 2 Nov 1954. RTNZ for compassionate reasons. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954. Served overseas 111 days. Discharged 14 Jan 1955 and posted to the Territorial Force. Stereo-typer for Evening Standard, Palmerston North. Attested in NZRF 18 Jul 1957 and was posted to 1 NZ Regt (FARELF). Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 TSS Captain Cook and sailed for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I to Nee Soon Garrison Camp 15 Dec 1957. M/I to FTC Kota Tinggi 27 Dec 1957. Served in C Coy. Embarked Penang 25 Nov 1959 and disembarked from TSS Captain Cook at Lyttelton 19 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1919 (M). Continued to serve in RNZ Inf, NZ Sigs and RNZA and was discharged as a Corporal 1 Feb 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HARRIS, William Noel | 514466 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born New Plymouth 23 Dec 1930. Bee-keeper’s assistant at Turua. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinf at Rotorua. Ex TF soldier. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight for Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Very little is known of his service while in Korea. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ, deplaning Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 211 days. SOS Kayforce 18 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Korean Discharge Cert was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Reefton. Living at Motueka in 1996. |
| HARRISON, Chris | 15875 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 23 Jul 1939. Farmhand working on his father's farm near Whangarei. Joined the RNZN 24 May 1956 as a junior seaman. Initial training was in Tamaki and then Philomel. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 23 Jan 1957. Drafted to Royalist on 3 Apr 1957 for his first sea service. Royalist left NZ 20 May 1957 for the second commissioning tour of SE Asia, Japan and Korea and RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. He stayed with this ship until 15 Sep 1958 and was then drafted to Black Prince on 16 Sep 1958–20 Aug 1959. In Philomel 21 Aug–10 Dec 1959 and returned to Black Prince 11 Dec 1959–14 Sep 1960. He applied for release from the RNZN to go back to the family farm as his father was ill and could not manage the farm by himself. Chris Harrison was Discharged by Purchase on 14 Sep 1960 having made a payment of £50 and forfeiting retirement leave and the Regular Force Gratuity. Later entitled NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. It is not known if he ever applied for his medals or received them. A Chris Harrison died in Australia 26 Nov 2013 aged 72 years and was reported in the NZ Herald. Is this the same person? |
| HARRISON, Gordon Simpson | 1913 | Chief Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Napier 20 Sep 1929. Enlisted in the NZ Division of the RN 1 May 1940. WWII Service NZ Division Royal Navy and RNZN. Served in HMS Achilles 1 Oct 1940 to 21 Sep 1943. Underwent further training in the UK then sent to the USA to crew HMS Redmill then redrafted to Achilles 11 May 1944–20 Sep 1945 when he arrived back in New Zealand. Served in HMNZS Arbutus and Philomel until drafted to Tutira 20 Sep 1949–30 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland for Korea together with Pukaki on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces. While in Korean waters served mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 31 May 1951. Later served in Lachlan. DEE 19 Sep 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp. War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Naval GSM clasp ‘Minesweeping 1945–51’, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Northcote, 25 Feb 1999 aged 69 years. |
| HARRISON, Graeme Thomas | 12531 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Kurow (north-west of Oamaru) 25 Oct 1932. Entered the RNZN from School on 11 Nov 1948 in the 15th Class of Boys as Boy 2nd Class. His first sea service, very brief, was in Bellona 15–29 Sep 1950 but was drafted to Rotoiti 30 Sep 1950. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 25 Oct 1950. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Underwent further training in HMAS Cerberus and was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. He sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for a second deployment to Korean waters. He advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 8 Jun 1953. Kaniere and Graeme RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 and was drafted to Bellona 7 May–23 Oct 1954. He then served in Philomel and another course followed in HMAS Cerberus 26 Oct 1954–4 Mar 1955. He RTNZ to Philomel 6 Mar 1955 and was drafted again to Bellona on 21 Sep 1955 to be a part of the ship’s company to return the ship to the RN in 1956. Many of the crew were TSFD to Royalist and he came back to NZ via South Africa because the Suez Canal had been closed by Egypt. His service engagement was completed in Philomel and he was DEE 15 Feb 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Coomera, Queensland circa Nov 2002. |
| HARRISON, John James | 819766 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/05/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Hokianga 12 Feb 1930. Bushman for State Mines, Rewanui (West Coast). Attested (undated) in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while in Burnham camp. M/O Burnham Camp 6pm for embarkation 5 May 1953, travelled by overnight ferry from Lyttelton and emplaned Wellington on 6 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 May, entered Korea 16 May 1953 and M/I to his unit the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 26 Jun 1954 but reverted to Driver 2 Oct 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy 9 Nov to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal Flight 3 from Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 200 days. Discharged 5 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZSM (K). |
| HARRISON, Joseph | 204345 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 13/01/2055 | Born Kaitaia on 2 May 1928. Previous service in the RNZAF. Driver for Winston's Ltd, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce on 22 Feb 1952. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Jul 1952. Embarked for sea journey from Sasebo to Pusan and entered Korea 29 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and possibly employed as an Arty driver. Granted a three-months extension of service in Korea dating from 25 Jul 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 6 Nov 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on an RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Discharged 11 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Served overseas for two years 176 days. Died Whangarei, 6 Jun 1993. Death notice gives age at death as 63. A Korea medal named to J Harrison is in the Military Memorabilia List, Auckland, of Apr 2020. |
| HARRISON, Norman Victor | 302051 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Dargaville 29 Mar 1930. Farm hand at Manukau Heads, Waiuku. Attested 16 Mar 1954 in Kayforce 14th Reinforcements at Papakura. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jul, entered Korea 13 Jul and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 14 Jul 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 26 Sep and was discharged direct to unit 4 Oct 1954. M/I 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 9 Oct 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb in Jun 1955 and again in Aug 1955. Granted 5 days R&R leave 7–11 Oct 1955 incl. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy 9 Jan 1956 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 207 days. Discharged 15 Mar 1956 from Kayforce and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1226 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Dargaville. Later awarded NZOSM and NZDSM. Died Northern Wairoa 20 Jul 2017 aged 87 years. |
| HARRISON, Rata Wiremu (William) | 302577 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Pukepoto, far Northland, 3 Jan 1935. Employed as a grader driver before he entered the RNZN as Stoker on 21 May 1953. After training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona on 28 Oct 1953–15 Jun 1954 for his first sea service. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 21 May 1955. Sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters 1954–55 after the armistice was signed. Won the Hong Kong Colony Shot Put Championship on 26–27 Mar 1955 and gained 3rd place in the Javelin. He RTNZ on 23 Jul 1956 was drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1956–5 Oct 1958 and then to Royalist 6 Oct 1958–7 Jul 1959. Returned to Black Prince for about seven weeks and then went back to Royalist 31 Aug 1959–15 Sep 1960. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NGSM (M). DEE 20 May 1961. Later became a cargo worker and applied for PJM. |
| HARRISON, Rowen Whaimutu | 206490 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born 21 May 1932. Came from Waipiro Bay north of Gisborne. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force during Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea journey to disembark Pusan. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and CTBA but remained on the NZ Roll 24 May 1953. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Arrived Auckland 10 Jun 1953 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Nov 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1227 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Waipiro Bay. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 1991 |
| HARRISON, Tumoe Tahua | 206889 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 25/05/2054 | Born 4 Apr 1930. Came from Kennedy's Bay, Coromandel. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by civil air via Port Moresby and Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 25 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jul 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert. No.1228 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Coromandel. Died Thames, 20 Dec 1991. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 1991 |
| HARROD, Bertram Emill Francis | 646235 | Driver | Attached 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZE | 02/09/2054 | 22/04/2056 | Born Masterton 26 Jul 1931. 5th CMT intake followed by being TF soldier at 2 Fd Sqn, Linton Camp. Joiner at Manawatu Joinery Co, Palmerston North. Attested 5 May 1954 for 16th Reinforcements, Kayforce. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 5 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Attached FAP NZ Base 20 Oct 1955 for Boxing Team. Granted 12-month extension of service 5 Mar 1956. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 22 Apr 1956. Served in Korea one year 234 days. Discharged 19 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Joined Regular Force 9 Feb 1961. Classified RNZE carpenter and Joiner 3-star. Posted to CD Constr Sqn but held against 6 Indep Fd Sqn. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 13 Feb 1962, then Lance Corporal 13 Aug 1962. Emplaned RNZAF Whenuapai 23 Jun 1964. Deplaned Changi, Singapore 25 Jun, emplaned a few days later and deplaned Saigon, South Vietnam 29 Jun 1964. Served in NZ Army Detachment Vietnam. Deplaned South Vietnam 29 Jun 1964 with NZE and at Tudhomot with the US troops. Medevac to Singapore 12 Dec 1964 but remained on strength in South Vietnam and emplaned 10 Jan 1965 for RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai 14 Jan 1965. Posted to DC Constr Tp, Linton Camp. Awarded Vietnam Medal and Vietnamese Campaign Medal which were lost and replaced at cost some years later. Posted to DC Constr Tp, Linton Camp. Promoted Corporal 1 Dec 1965. Promoted Sergeant 28 Feb 1969 at 2 Constr Sqn, Linton Camp then posted to 1 Base Wksp, Trentham. Discharged 7 Aug 1971 at own request. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZGSM (V) and NZDSM. |
| HART, Adrian (Dean) | 208039 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 04/02/2053 | Born Bluff, South Island on 8 Aug 1927. Oysterman from Bluff. Enlisted on 19 Feb 1951 in Kayforce at Invercargill. Embarked Whenuapai on 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Disembarked at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and entered Korea 31 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Tech Ack who served in 161 Bty Command Post. During his service was often on the move depending on the wartime situation. Also served in the area of Hill 227. Promoted to Acting Bombardier during his tour in Korea. Played football for the regimental team. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and discharge, via Guam and Port Moresby. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Apr 1953. Served overseas for one year 234 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Bluff in Aug 2005. Died Bluff, 12 Apr 2011 aged 83 years. |
| HART, Maurice Anthony | 32024 | Sergeant | 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 02/06/2052 | 01/04/2053 | Born Gisborne 13 Sep 1924. Home service in NZ from 6 Jan 1943–45. He then served in the Interim Army from 31 Mar 1948 with Service No 632306. Attested in the RNZEME 1 Apr 1948 as a Regular Force serviceman with Service No 32024. Promoted Lance Corporal 2 Nov 1945, Temporary Corporal 28 Aug 1946 Corporal 1 Apr 1948 and to Sergeant 27 Sep 1950. Seconded 28 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD and entered Korea 8 Jun 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 1 Jan 1953 and discharged from Brit Com Z Med Unit direct to unit 7 Jan 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 18 Jan 1953 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged 17 Feb 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and reposted to the Regular Force 7 May 1953. Discharged on return from Kayforce in the rank of Staff Sergeant. Discharged on 18 Jun 1953. Re-enlisted in RNZEME 26 Nov 1956 as Temporary Corporal and served in ND Workshop. Also served in ND Coy RNZASC. Discharged at own request 15 Apr 1958. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HART, Ronald Gordon | 206678 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Born Palmerston North on 4 Sep 1930. Previous service in RNZAF. Labourer for Borthwick Freezing Works Feilding. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane at Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Entered Korea 7 May 1952. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb for one week in Jul 1952. Attached to Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre at Inchon for a three-week training course. Promoted to Lance Bombardier then to Bombardier during his tour to Korea. Emplaned at Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ arriving at Wellington 8 Dec 1952. SOS Kayforce 8 Feb 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas for one year 224 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1231 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Feilding. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HARTE, Herbert Frederick | 206106 | Gunner | Force HQ | RNZA | 07/12/2050 | 16/07/2052 | Born Masterton 22 May 1927. Clerk employed by Dalgety's Ltd, Martinborough. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950 as a member of Advance Party No.1, emplaned on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Sent on TOD to NZ Base HQ for a period. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC on 7 Jun 1951 and posted to NZ Transport Platoon. Apr 1952 punished for negligently driving a motor veh. (ROs Part II 8 Apr 1952) Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Jul 1952 from Teal flight (Awatere) ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Sep 1952. Served overseas for one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 26 Mar 1996 aged 79 years. |
| HARTLEY, Cedric Ronald | 204462 | Gunner | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 11/12/2052 | 03/07/2054 | Born Manaia, Taranaki, 9 Apr 1929. He was farming for Mr Dalberg. Manaia. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA 14 May 1952. Emplaned as a Gunner 11 Dec 1952 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 16 Jan 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 20 Jan 1953, entered Korea 22 Jan and M/I to his unit 23 Jan 1953. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Feb 1954 and returned to his unit 5 Mar 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 17 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 208 days. Discharged 8 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Manaia 22 Nov 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1233 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Manaia. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Applied for a further term of service in Korea but this was not carried through. |
| HARTNETT, Terence Edwin | 12292 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Rotherhithe, London, 9 Dec 1921. Messenger before joining the RN 12 Feb 1941 as an Ordinary Seaman. Qualified First Aid Feb 1941 and Radar detection operator 18 Apr 1941. Served in Maplin a catapult-armed ship or fighter catapult ship from 23 Apr 1941–17 Jul 1942. Advanced to Able Seaman 12 Nov 1941. Undertook specialist radio training in Jul–Aug 1942 and was then sent to Saker a holding station in the USA for servicemen waiting for onwards movement to ships. Drafted to the escort carrier Tracker 31 Jan–28 Sep 1943. Later served in Renown (battleship) from 9 Oct 1943–1 Jun 1945. Medals awarded for WWII service not recorded on the remnant of his file but could include 1939–45 Star and Atlantic Star. Entered RNZN in the UK on loan 5 Jul 1948. Drafted to Arabis 5 Jul–19 Aug 1948 then to HMS Loch Achanalt on 20 Aug–12 Sep 1948 which became Pukaki on 13 Sep 1948. He was a crewman in the chip when it was sailed to NZ and remained in her until 6 Apr 1950 when he served in Philomel. Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Sep 1950. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 in this ship then TSFD soon after arrival in Japan to Tutira 6 Nov 1950. While in the Korean theatre he had a cartilage removed on board HM Hospital Ship Maine in Jan 1951. RTNZ 30 May 1951. Returned to the UK and was DEE 12 Jul 1951 from Maori. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Later returned to NZ. Died Auckland, 8 Apr 1999 aged 76 years. |
| HARTWELL, Kenneth Robert | 34269 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/03/2054 | 08/04/2055 | Born 23 Oct 1932. Labourer for D.G. Stuart, Waihi. Enlisted as a cadet in Allen Class on 17 Jan 1950. On graduation was posted to RNZASC 14 Dec 1950. M/I Northern District Coy, RNZASC and posted to Tpt Depot Papakura Camp 8 Jan 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 Sep 1953. M/O to 12 Reinforcements Kayforce 5 Jan 1954. Was made Sub Lance Corporal 16 Dec 1953. Emplaned on Teal flight to Sydney 9 Mar 1954 for travel to Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954. Entered Korea 21 Mar 1954 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Corporal. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Apr 1955 for RTNZ and reposting to the Regular Force. Deplaned Auckland 8 Apr 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 11 days. Returned initially to Waihi. SOS Kayforce 27 May 1955 and reposted to Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Posted to 1 Coy RNZASC, Auckland, and assumed duty as an instructor RNZASC Wing Papakura. Seniority as Corporal to date from 1 Apr 1954. TSFD to the Territorial Force on 31 Jan 1956 on completion of his contract and placed on Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Ngaruawahia 1 Jun 2017 aged 84 years. |
| HARVEY, David James | 552083 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Temuka 4 Jun 1933. Farmhand before joining the RNZN on 20 Sep 1951. After initial training in Tamaki was drafted to Bellona 24 May 1952–11 Jan 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 12 Jan 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 in that vessel for service in Korean waters. Advanced to Able Seaman 20 Mar 1953. Mainly involved in patrolling and escort duties on the Korean west coast. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 but he stayed in that ship until 3 May 1954. Served in Philomel and Tamaki between 4 May 1954 and 20 Sep 1955. Drafted to Bellona 21 Sep 1955 which had been re commissioned from the reserve and sailed from Auckland on 14 Oct to return to Britain where she arrived at Portsmouth 12 Dec 1955. David Harvey remained with the ship until 16 Apr 1956 and was drafted to Royalist 17 Apr 1956. He was one of many who brought Royalist back to NZ and was involved in the Suez affair. On arrival back in NZ drafted to Black Prince for three months from 3 Apr 1957. For the next few months, he served variously between Philomel and Black Prince until drafted back to Royalist on 21 Jan–4 Sep 1958. his final 12 months in the RNZN was shared between Philomel and Tamaki. DEE 19 Sep 1959. Died suddenly in Australia 24 Oct 1988 aged 55 years and his body was repatriated and buried in Rangiatea Cemetery, Otaki. At this time there is no mention of any awards seen on his file for his service. His entitlement would now read NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (ME) and NZDSM. |
| HARVEY, Leonard Joseph | 552083 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 19/02/2056 | 12/08/2057 | Born Tokomaru Bay, 10 Mar 1934. Labourer for Bluff Harbour Board. Served in 12th Intake CMT. Then served in 5 Light Regt, 52 Bty, RNZA. M/O from TF to attest in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements 10 Oct 1955. Posted to RNZASC as a Driver 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air. M/I to Brit Com Sub Area at Tokyo on deplanement 24 Feb 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ 26 Feb 1956, posted to 10 Tpt Coy 29 Feb and M/I to his unit in Korea 3 Mar 1956. Served in ‘A’ Tpt Pl as 2i/c Section. Had some difficulty adjusting to Army life and lost money and gained a severe reprimand three times. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 Oct 1956 and to Corporal 25 Jun 1957. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. RTNZ via Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia on RNZAF Hastings deplaning Auckland 12 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 176 days. Discharged 1 Oct 1957 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Died Gisborne 4 Dec 1994 aged 60 years. Buried in Taruhera Cemetery, Gisborne. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HARWOOD, Vernon Hedley (Vern) | 207857 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born Opunake 25 Jan 1929. Employed as an hospital porter at Public Hospital Nelson. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA at Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Attached FAP NZRTU 5–21 Sep 1951 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by BCPA charter plane, possibly a Constellation, to Sydney Deplaned Wellington 24 May 1952 from Teal flying boat Awatere ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 167 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jul 1952 and returned to Wellington. His NOK is shown as his grandmother Mrs A Wilmshurst who lived in Eltham, Taranaki. Vern Harwood died Palmerston North 14 Aug 1992 aged 62 years. Buried at Kelvin Grove Cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HASKELL, Eric Cecil | 14570 | Stoker | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Hamilton 17 Jun 1935. Enlisted in the RNZN 18 Sep 1952. Underwent initial training in Tamaki. First sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953–23 Feb 1955. Served on the last deployment of ship to Korea. Sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 and travelled to Korea via Sydney, New Caledonia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Promoted Stoker Mechanic 17 Dec 1953. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 from Kure, Japan via Hong Kong, Singapore and Sydney. Promoted Mechanical Engineer 1, 21 Mar 1955. Served in Black Prince and also served in Royalist 6 Oct 1958–2 Mar 1960 during the Malayan Emergency. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M). Did not accumulate the required time to qualify for the PJM. DEE 16 Jun 1961. Died Whangarei, 16 Jul 2008 aged 73 years. Remains interred in the Maunu Services Cemetery. |
| HASLAM, Raymond Arthur | 12952 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Hastings 7 Oct 1932. Employed as a junior woodworking machinist before he entered the RNZN 5 May 1949 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class 10 Nov 1949. Drafted to Bellona 12 Feb–15 May 1950 followed by drafting to Pukaki on 15 May 1950. Sailed from Auckland for Korea together with Tutira on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces. TSFD to Tutira 2 Jul 1950 while in Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 7 Sep 1950. RTNZ 31 May 1951 but he remained in Tutira until 24 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel 25 Aug 1951 and advanced to Able Seaman on 7 Jul 1951 before he reached Philomel. Sent to HMAS Watson 28 Mar–4 Jul 1952 to attend courses. On RTNZ he served in Philomel 5 Jul 1952–15 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953 with a grade of Radar Plotter 3rd Class but was in that ship only for a short time before going back to Philomel 16 Mar 1953–9 Mar 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Mar 1954 and stayed somewhat longer on his second posting to this ship. Drafted to Tamaki 5 Sep 1955–27 Sep 1956. DEE 6 Oct 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HASSETT, Ronald Douglas Patrick | 30173 | Major | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 31/12/2052 | Born Wellington 27 May 1923. Educated at St Patrick's College Wellington. Attended Royal Military College, Duntroon, Australia and graduated as Lieutenant. Served in New Guinea in 1943 before serving in Italy with 5th NZ Field Regiment, RNZA. 2 NZEF 1943–46. Appointed to Kayforce 1952–53. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney on 27 May 1952. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May. Held appointment as 2i/c HQ 16 Fd Regt. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402). Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 31 Dec 1952 on Teal flight from Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Appointed Brigade Major 28 Commonwealth Brigade, Malaya, 22 Apr 1960. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Attended Long Artillery Course, School of Artillery, Larkhill, UK. Brigadier 1 Oct 1970, Deputy Chief of the General Staff. Assistant Chief (Policy) 1973. Deputy Chief of Defence 1974–76. Major General, Chief of the General Staff 1976–78. MBE (1962), CBE (1975), CB (1977). Very keen and active supporter of the Queen Elizabeth II Army Memorial Museum in Waiouru. Retired 16 Nov 1978. Took up an appointment as Chief Executive of the Orient NZ Trading Company in Kuala Lumpur in 1979–85 representing NZ Companies in SE Asia and China. Patron NZ Korean Veterans Association 1994. Died Auckland, 13 Aug 2004, aged 81 years. |
| HASTIE, Ewan Douglas | 971432 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/06/2054 | 28/09/2054 | Born Mataura, Southland 23 Aug 1930. Previous service in RNZAF Reserve. Won a flying scholarship held at Gore in 1949 and flew in DH 82 (Tiger Moth) and Auster aircraft. Had 60 hour flying but was not suited for pilot training. Applied for entry into the RNZAF flying crew Employed as a farmhand and a private pilot. Attested in Kayforce 11 Mar 1954. Posted to RNZA while in Burnham camp. M/O Burnham Camp to Harewood. Emplaned Harewood 30 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 17 Jul 1954 and entered Kore the following day. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 22 Aug 1954 Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp from NZ Base HQ 3 Sep 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 6 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Sep 1954 for RTNZ (medical stretcher case) deplaning at Harewood on 28 Sep 1954 And admitted Christchurch Public Hosp the same day. Served overseas 91 days. Later TSFD to Kew Hospital. Invercargill. Discharged 27 Sep 1955. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Waimate 30 Jul 2017 aged 86 years. |
| HASTIE, James Malcolm | 204030 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/05/2053 | Born Leeston, Canterbury, on 5 Nov 1928. Boilermaker employed by Seager Bros, Beaumont Street, Auckland. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin 26 Aug 1951 to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 27 Aug 1951. M/I to NZRTU. Admitted BCOF General Hospital, Japan, 22 Sep 1951, discharged 24 Sep 1951. Attached to BCOF Sigs Regt for course 13 Dec 1951. Entered Korea 24 Mar 1952 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Admitted Norwegian MASH 22 May 1952. Discharged from No.6 Convalescent Training Depot and returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 13 May 1953. Served overseas one year 286 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kay force 11 Jul 1953. Died Christchurch 17 May 1990. Buried in Christchurch Memorial Park Cemetery. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HASTIE, Ronald Stanley | 12896 | Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Dunedin 28 Jan 1927. Enlisted in the RNZN 24 Jan 1949 and was granted the rate of Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and then Philomel. First sea service was in Kaniere. Drafted to Lachlan 12 Jan 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman. Drafted to Hawea 7 Mar 1950 and sailed from Auckland for Korean waters 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Hawea RTNZ 8 Mar 1952 and he later served in Black Prince, Tui and served a second time in Black Prince. His final rate was Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class. DEE 23 Jan 1955. Died Wairakei Village 12 Nov 1989 aged 62 years. |
| HASTINGS, James Houston | 211277 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 21/10/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Kilmarnock, Scotland on 6 May 1920. Previous service in 1 Fd Regt, Royal Artillery, the British Army during WW 2. (Service No 322195 and reached the rank of Bombardier.) Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal. Had applied for GSM 1918 clasp ‘Palestine 1945–48’ but he did not qualify for this medal. Also claimed LS&GC Medal but was not entitled to this medal. However he was entitled to the Efficiency Medal (Territorial). Linesman for NZ Post & Telegraph Department at Eketahuna. Attested in Kayforce on 3 Jul 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued on flying by Qantas to enter Japan 24 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to 16 Fd Regt 30 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct 1953. Attached to CATC Inchon three times between 12 Dec 1953 and 31 Jan 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 10 Mar 1954 and appointed 2i/c Gun. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 10 Jun 1954 and appointed Gun No.1. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 8 Jul 1954 and appointed i/c Gun. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ then M/O on 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air deplaning Auckland 24 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Completed one year and 35 days service overseas. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 10 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Manaia, Taranaki, 7 Jul 2001 aged 81 years. |
| HATA, Te Whiwhi Vivian (Viv) | 14070 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Opotiki 16 Feb 1927. Employed as a clerk before enlisting in the RNZN 17 Jan 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Initial training was in Tamaki. Drafted to Bellona for his first sea service 21 Jun 1952–11 Jan 1953. Drafted to Lachlan 12 Jan 1953 and advanced to Able Seaman 17 Jun 1953. Sent to HMAS Watson to attend training course 3 Oct–17 Dec 1953 and was in Philomel until drafted to Hawea 11 Jan 1954 and was graded Radar Plotter 3rd Class dating from 4 Dec 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 26 Jul 1954 and sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 for service with the British Eastern Fleet in Malayan, Hong Kong and Korean waters. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 and remained in that ship until drafted to Bellona 24 Sep 1955. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 15 Sep 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. He was a member of the crew that returned Bellona to the UK and arrived at Portsmouth 12 Dec 1955. During his time in the UK he attended a further course at HMS Dryad (The RN Radar Training School) 27 Jan–5 Jun 1956 and was graded Radar Plotter 2nd Class effective 1 Jun 1956. Returned to Royalist 6 Jun 1956 and sailed in her on the delivery voyage from the UK being involved in the Suez incident on the way home. Advanced to Leading Seaman 15 Sep 1956. Served in Philomel 3 Apr–31 Oct 1957. Drafted to Kaniere 1 Nov 1957–29 May 1958 and served in her apart from four weeks in Black Prince. He volunteered for Shallow Water Diving Course and passed in Jun 1958. Served between Kaniere and Philomel. DEE 16 Jan 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (NE), NZGSM (K). Living Mangakino 2005. Died Waikato Hospital 29 Jun 2017 aged 90 years. |
| HATATA, Tahae | 578770 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Ruatoki, East Coast, on 27 Aug 1933. Labourer from Hastings. 10th intake Compulsory Military Service. Attested 15 Jun 1954 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 12 Oct 1954 for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 14 Oct 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 20 Oct 1954 and entered Korea 21 Oct 1954. Used on driving duties and carried rations, personnel, equipment and ammunition. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ then M/O to Pusan 21 Mar 1956. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Kure Japan 22 Mar 1956 for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 179 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit (4 Armd Regt) Class ‘A’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1237 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Fernhill, Hastings. |
| HATCH, Francis George (Frank) | 208623 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Auckland 3 Feb 1930. Farmhand from Rokeby, Rakaia. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. May have trained as a cook while in Korea. Embarked 24 Mar 1954 on SS Changti at Kobe, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning Wellington 24 Apr 1954 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 287 days. SOS Kayforce 10 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1238 sent to an address in Ashburton 5 Apr 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Applied to join the Regular Force but was not accepted. Died Christchurch, 7 Feb 1995 just after his 65th birthday. |
| HATCHER, Patrick Samuel John | 460003 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/04/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born New Plymouth 25 Feb 1934. Carpet Layer for Maple Furnishing Company, then watersider at the wharves in New Plymouth. Serving TF soldier in 22 Bty. Attested 9 Dec 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued onwards and deplaned Japan 24 Apr 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 4 May 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Gunner. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC and posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 9 Oct 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Hospital 27 Feb 1955 with injuries after falling from telegraph pole. Discharged from Hospital 24 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Auckland 7 May 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 18 days. Discharged 19 Jun 1955 and posted to TF unit. Continued serving in the Territorial Force as a Gunner in 2 Fd Regt until 4 Nov 1961. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HATELY, James Andrew Renton | 460879 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 23/04/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Thames on 30 Jul 1930. Self-employed farmer at Cambridge. Attested in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements on 2 Dec 1952. Emplaned 23 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from Auckland. Deplaned Japan 25 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 30 Apr 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 243 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 12 Feb 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Hautapu, Cambridge, 13 Jul 1995. Buried in Hautapu Cemetery in RSA section. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HATFIELD, Gordon Howard | 204031 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Auckland on 12 Apr 1930. Labourer at Westfield, Penrose. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni and sailed from Sasebo 1 Feb 1952 to enter Korea at Pusan on 3 Feb 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Mar 1953. Went and worked as a labourer for NZ Forest Products. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 4 May 1954 as a Driver with Service No 340916. Did not disclose the information that he had served previously in Kayforce. Second service number was cancelled after he had arrived in Korea and he was re-issued his earlier number. Embarked Auckland 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF aircraft (16th Reinforcements) for Korea. Deplaned Japan 5 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC the following day. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 4 May 1955. Discharged Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ 10 May 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Jun 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 2 Jul 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Aug 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas two years 109 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living in Auckland circa 2001. |
| HATHAWAY, William Allan Alexander | 15876 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Timaru 14 May1936. Electrical Lineman before joining RNZN 24 May 1956. His initial training was in Tamaki and some further training in Philomel. Drafted to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M) and PJM. Discharged Feb 1959 BPNS. Living at Whakatane circa 2007. |
| HATHERLY, Claude Rodney (Tad) | 203064 | Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Marton on 17 Dec 1925. Schoolteacher. Ex RNZN (Service No NZ1081 Apr–Aug 1945, naval airman ground crew, for five months) and served in Jayforce (Service No 663724 May 1946-Nov 1947) as a Sergeant. Ex 1 Bn Hauraki Regt. Seconded to Kayforce 23 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air via Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1953. Attached 1 Bn Royal Australian Regt 3 May–20 Jul 1953. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Regimental Signals Officer, 16 Fd Regt, 24 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 31 Jun 1954. Deplaned Auckland. Served overseas one year 6 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM. Reposted to 1 Bn Hauraki Regt with the rank of Lieutenant, 12 Sep 1954. Enlisted in Regular Force 1 Aug 1957 was granted a short-service regular commission and posted to 1 NZ Regt. Served in Malaya with 1 NZ Regt emplaned Whenuapai 14 Oct 1957 on service aircraft. Deplaned Singapore 16 Oct and attached to NZ SAS Sqn. Attached FAP HQ NZ Army Force Tanglin, Singapore, 1 Nov 1957. Tour of duty was for one year. Left Nee Soon Camp at Singapore and moved to Kota Tinggi. Involved with the battalion's Tracker team in the Dog Wing. TSFD to Battalion Command Post to replace Captain N. Wallace as Intelligence Officer. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. RTNZ on HMT Captain Cook disembarking at Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Posted to Papakura Camp as Training Officer, Camp HQ, on RTNZ. Involved with aircraft loading courses and later NS Training Unit at Papakura in 1962. Temporary Major 4 Oct 1965 and appointed Staff Officer Cadets at Army HQ, Wellington. Posted to Dunedin Army Area 7 Feb 1969 and assumed appointment of Area Commander. Honorary Aide De Camp to the Governor General while in Dunedin. Retired in rank of Major 8 Mar 1973. Died Dunedin 4 Apr 1984 after a short illness. Buried in Andersons Bay Cemetery. |
| HATTON, Brian Edward | 708770 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 30/07/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born New Plymouth on 1 Sep 1932. Ex TF (CMT 4th Intake) and Regular Force soldier in NZ Regt. Graduated 2nd Lieutenant, Kayforce OCTU, 5 Jun 1954. Emplaned Christchurch 30 Jul 1954 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and onwards by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 3 Jul 1954. Marched into NZRTU from NZ on 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jul 1954. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC, 12 Oct 1954. Promoted Lieutenant, 5 Jun 1955. Temporary Lieutenant, while employed as Officer i/c, Transport Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC, 3 Mar 1955. Temporary Captain, while employed as HQ Captain, 10 Tpt Coy RNZASC, 12 Mar 1956. TSFD to the NZ Roll 3 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas one year 330 days. SOS Emergency Force and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZASC, 26 Jul 1956. Later went to live in Australia. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HATTON, Mervyn Matthew | 33380 | Lance Corporal | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZEME | 30/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Invercargill on 30 Jan 1928. Motorcycle mechanic from Invercargill. Attested 29 Mar 1949 in the Regular Force. Promoted Lance Corporal 24 Aug 1950 while at Southern District MT Workshop. TSFD to Kayforce 5 Oct 1953. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Australia and continued by air onto Japan arriving at Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Entered Korea 10 Jan 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt Light Aid Detachment. Promoted Temporary Corporal 10 May 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 10 Jun 1954 and appointed Vehicle Mechanic. Promoted Temporary Staff Sergeant 30 Aug 1954 and appointed Armament Artificer. Promoted Staff Sergeant 22 Oct 1954. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas 328 days. SOS Kayforce 29 Dec 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Discharged 21 Jan 1955 at the completion of his engagement. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Living at Palmerston, Central Otago in Jun 2002. Died Palmerston 3 May 2012 aged 84 years. |
| HAU, Horomona (HOWE, Horace Robert) | 301474 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Rawhiti (near Russell) 16 Jan 1931. Well driller for E.P Trigg, Whangarei. Served in the 6th Intake CMT in Jun 1952. At the completion of training he was posted to 1 Coy RNZASC. Enlisted in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953 under the name Horace Robert Howe which he believed to be his real name. This name was changed while in Korea but years later his request for medals was as Robert Howe. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 16 Sep and entered Korea 17 Sep 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 9–13 Oct 1953 and discharged to unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 23 Sep 1954 and to Lance Corporal 23 Dec 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 6 Mar 1955 to NZ Base HQ and posted to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ by air via Manila, Darwin to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 224 days. Discharged 24 Jun 1955 and posted to TF unit (1 Coy, RNZASC). Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert is still on his file at Trentham. |
| HAU, Thomas Simon | 34158 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/03/2053 | 29/09/2054 | Born Punaruku, Northland, on 5 Jul 1931. Mill hand before joining the Regular Force. Serving Regular Force soldier from 9 Coast Regt RNZA. Seconded to Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington, 18 Mar 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Then by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, Japan deplaning 21 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 15 Jun 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Breached R&SOs and 28 days detention 23 Mar 1953. Released 15 Apr 1953 having received 4 days remission of sentence for good conduct. M/O to NZ Base HQ and was TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Sep 1954. Emplaned Japan 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 29 Sep 1954. SOS Kayforce 18 Nov 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force. Served overseas one year 196 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. TSFD 16 Mar 1955 to the Territorial Force at the completion of his Regular Force engagement. Died Christchurch 10 Nov 1976 aged 45 years. Buried in Ruru Cemetery. |
| HAU, Wairemana Reihana | 14251 | Boy Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Whangaruru, Northland, 26 Sep 1936. Entered the RNZN 29 May 1952 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was in Tamaki where he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 16 Oct 1952 and to Boy Telegraphist on 26 Jun 1953. Served in Philomel 10 Jul–18 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 18 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters with the British Far East Fleet. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 26 Mar 1954. Pukaki RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but he remained in this ship until drafted to Irirangi 24 Feb 1955. Advanced to Telegraphist 26 Apr 1955. Served in Bellona 21 Sep 1955–16 Apr 1956. He also served in Royalist, Irirangi again and Philomel. Drafted yet again to Irirangi 17 Dec 1957. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist (Local) 16 Jan 1958 but this was amended to Acting Leading Telegraphist 1 Jan 1958. Drafted to Pukaki 11 Feb 1959 and advanced to Leading Telegraphist on 13 Mar 1959 and to Leading Radio Operator on 1 Mar 1960 and during this time served in Malayan waters. Served in Wakefield (Wellington) 15 Sep 1960–25 Sep 1962. DEE 25 Sep 1962. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Awarded or Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| HAUGH, Raymond William Coulter | 208974 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 30/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Invercargill 14 Nov 1924. Previous service in the army within NZ during WWII (Service No 636817). Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Jayforce and embarked on HMT Chitral at Wellington 30 Jul 1946. Served in Signals and was attached FAP to 27 NZ Bn. RTNZ on Mataura disembarking at Wellington 27 Aug 1947 and was discharged 3 Oct 1947. Field assistant, Ministry of Works Survey at Lake Waitaki. Attested 5 Mar 1954 in Kayforce and underwent training for Korea. Emplaned Christchurch 30 Jun 1954 on Teal aircraft to Sydney and onwards to Japan by civil aircraft via Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954. Marched into NZRTU from NZ on 3 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1954 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt attached to 16 Fd Regt. TSFD to RNZASC 20 Oct 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal and 13 Oct 1955. Emplaned Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 205 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Mar 1953. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Timaru 20 Nov 1978 aged 54 years. Buried Salisbury Cemetery, Timaru. |
| HAURAKI, Lew or Lu | 12861 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Towai, North Auckland 15 Nov 1928. Labourer. Enlisted in the RNZN 20 Oct 1952 and was granted the rate of Stoker Mechanic. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he like many others had his first sea service in Bellona. Drafted to Kaniere 27 Feb 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve in Japanese and Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Drafted to Tamaki 8 May 1955. Drafted to Kaniere 14 Jan 1956 and once again sailed for service in Korean waters sailing from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956. RTNZ 8 May 1957. Drafted to Black Prince 17 Jan 1958 for his final sea service. DEE 19 Oct 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAVEN, Bryan Worsley | 204311 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Drummoyne, NSW, Australia 25 Dec 1922. Previous service in the RAAF for five years reaching the rank of Corporal. Radio announcer and scriptwriter for Radio New Zealand. Attested 11 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Attended Kayforce OCTU but emplaned Auckland 19 Apr 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 22 Apr 1952 and entered Korea 26 Apr 1952. Posted to RHQ 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 20 Jun 1952 and appointed Duty NCO, to Temporary Bombardier 5 Jul 1952 retaining the same appointment. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 29 Jul 1952 as Duty NCO. Attached to NZ Base HQ FAP 6 Feb 1953. On TOD to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 5 May 1953 and to 16 Fd Regt 12 May. On TOD to Brit Com Sub-Area North 31 Aug 1953. Promoted Sergeant 26 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 179 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Dec 1953. Applied to enlist in the Royal Air Force as a Gunner Instructor in 1954 and the British Army 1956 after his New Zealand Army service. It is not known if he was successful. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAWAIKIRANGI, Tau | 211050 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Waiohiki, near Taradale on 30 Oct 1928. Driver for McDonald Transport, Taradale. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 16 May 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Australia deplaning on 23 Nov 1954 at Auckland. Served overseas one year 201 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jan 1955. Later entitled NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAWKES, Ian Lockhard (Hawkeye) | 203825 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 15/07/2052 | Born Auckland on 8 Feb 1929. Attested on KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Vehicle Mechanic in NZ Tpt Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while 2i/c of a Transport Section. He showed a keen sense of duty and has worked very long hours under all conditions to keep the vehicles of the Transport Platoon roadworthy. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 20 Jan 1953, p.424) “…in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 Jan to 30 Jun 1952”. Mechanic from Devonport. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 21 Jul 1951 (accidental injury) and discharged from hospital 25 Jul 1951. Also served in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned 10 Jul 1952 at Iwakuni for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight Ararangi at Auckland. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 219 days. Living at Mangawhai Heads, Kaiwaka, in 1996. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Mangawhai, 20 Jun 1999 aged 70 years. |
| HAWKES, James Victor | 12051 | Mechanic 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Richmond, 10 Aug 1928. Employed as a Labourer before he entered the RNZN on 27 May 1948 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted to Bellona on 29 Sep 1948. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 27 Mar 1949. Served in Philomel 1 Feb 1950–19 Jan 1951 and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic on 28 Sep 1950. Served in Taupo and Philomel where he advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic on 28 Sep 1951. Served in Bellona 3 May 1952–25 Feb 1953 and was sent to HMAS Cerberus 13 Aug 1954–24 Sep 1956. During this time he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic, then Acting Petty Officer Mechanic (Engineer) and then to Engineer Mechanic 3rd Class on 10 Aug 1955. RTNZ he served in Philomel then Black Prince on 8 Nov 1956–28 Jan 1957. Drafted to Royalist 29 Jan 1957 and sailed in her when she left Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters. Advanced to Engineer Mechanic 2nd Class 6 Jul 1957 and to Engineer Mechanic 1st Class on 6 Jul 1958 two-days after he returned to NZ. He remained to Royalist until 5 Oct 1958. From 6 Oct 1958 to 5 Apr 1964 most of his time was in either Philomel or Royalist. Later served in Pukaki advanced to Chief Mechanic on 1 Apr 1964 and served in Lachlan, COMAUCK and Philomel. Discharged to RA on 26 May 1968. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| HAWKES, Owen Mervyn | 204329 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZAMC | 22/07/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Coromandel on 1 Nov 1922. Hardware assistant. Served in Army for six months then served in RNZAF for three years (Service No 4214482) reaching the rank of Corporal in Aircrew Section (non-flying). Served in several stations in NZ and then in the Pacific served in 6 Sqn in Guadalcanal, Green Island and New Britain. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Followed by service in A Sqn, 1 Armoured Car Regt (Service No 203035). Served in BCOF, Japan 15 Jul 1947 to 16 Aug 1948. (451580, Private, NZMC), shop assistant from Devonport. Next-of-kin Mrs S.A. Hawkes (mother), Ponsonby, Auckland). Disembarked from the troopship Westralia at Auckland 16 Aug 1948. On RTNZ took up employment as a male nurse employed by the Auckland Hospital Board, Greenlane Hospital. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flying boat Aparima for Sydney. Travelled onwards on civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Posted from NZ Base HQ to 16 Fd Regt 25 Sep 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 31 Dec 1952. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Feb 1953 and to Corporal 1 May 1953. RTNZ Base HQ 9 Nov 1953. Attached FAP to Brit Com Gen Hosp in Japan 16 Nov 1953–17 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 253 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 2 Jun 1954. In 1979 he was employed at the Scottish Hospital, Paddington, Sydney, NSW, Australia. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAWKINS, Gary Michael | 15080 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/08/2056 | Born Kohimarama, Auckland, 27 Feb 1938. Enlisted in RNZN 8 Apr 1954 as a Boy 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Pukaki 27 Apr 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 27 Aug 1955. Served in Korean waters during the period Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. RTNZ on 21 May 1956 and served in Black Prince and advanced to Able Seaman 27 Oct 1956. Served in Rotoiti and was involved with Operation Grapple (Nuclear Test monitoring in 1957). Also served in Paea, Mako and Kaniere. Was held on books at Maori, London 6 Jan–27 Mar 1961 for HMNZS Taranaki. Breached Naval Discipline while in the UK. Was part of the crew that sailed Taranaki to NZ from Portsmouth arriving at New Plymouth on 28 Oct 1961. Also served again in Rotoiti and Pukaki. DEE 22 Jun 1964. After his naval service he joined the NZ Police and retired as a Police Inspector with the Police Long Service Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM, NZDSM. |
| HAWKINS, John Edwin | 204134 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/09/2051 | 28/04/2054 | Born Liverpool, England 26 Feb 1926. Came from Otumoetai, Tauranga. Surveyors chainman New Zealand Forest Service Pongakawa, Te Puke. Then worked in Rotorua. Next-of-kin Mrs G. Hawkins (mother) Walton, Liverpool, England, UK. Qualified on Kayforce OCTU course but was not commissioned immediately. Emplaned Wellington 19 Sep 1951 on Teal flying boat from to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 23 Sep 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 3 Oct 1951 and entered Korea the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 14 Apr 1952, Temporary Bombardier 1 May 1952, Bombardier. Temporary Sergeant 8 Jun 1952, Sergeant 8 Oct 1952. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant 30 Nov 1952. Went to the UK on furlough 16 Feb 15 Mar 1953. Re-entered Japan 1 Apr 1953. Re-entered Korea 7 Apr 1953. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer, 162 Bty, 13 Sep 1953. Promoted Temporary Captain and appointed Tp Commander in 163 Bty 21 Dec 1953. Promoted Captain 20 Mar 1954. Emplaned 24 Apr 1954 Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Posted to Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, with rank of Lieutenant, 21 Aug 1954. Served overseas two years 222 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Joined Territorial Force circa Oct 1957. |
| HAWKINS, Noel Edward | 204463 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 08/09/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Whanganui 9 Oct 1927. Farmhand from Otorohanga. Attested in Kayforce 17 Apr 1952. Emplaned Auckland 8 Sep 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Japan 10 Sep 1952. Entered Korea 19 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 22 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 288 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Aug 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1247 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Otorohanga. Died Te Kuiti 6 Jul 1988 aged 61 years. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HAWTHORN, Brian James (Hoari) | 783071 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Nelson 19 Jan 1932. Attested 1 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Korea by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Served with RNZE attached to 3rd Canadian Engineers. Changed to RNZASC as a Driver and served in C Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy. Finally served as a Gunner in 16 Fd Regt. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Returned to Australia on HMT New Australia embarking Pusan 10 Nov 1954 and continued the return journey by RNZAF Hastings from Sydney deplaning Harewood, Christchurch 20 Nov 1954. Discharged 5 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) Living at Westport in 1996. Died Greymouth 1 Aug 2010 aged 78 years. |
| HAWTHORNE, Donald Edwin | 12374 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Hastings, Hawkes Bay 25 May 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN on 8 Jul 1948 as Boy 2nd Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki. First sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Taupo 21 Jan–17 Jan 1951. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 23 May 1951. Also served in Kaniere before being drafted to Rotoiti on 5 Dec 1951–29 Jun 1953. Seaman, Under-water Weapons (1st Class). Promoted Acting Leading Seaman 7 Jan 1952 the day his ship sailed from Auckland for Korea. Travelled to Korean waters via Suva. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ via Cairns and Sydney. Also served in Black Prince and Lachlan and attended courses at HMAS Rushcutter. Later Chief Petty Officer. DEE 11 Nov 1967? Later joined RAN for a short while. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Royal Navy LS&GC Medal (27 May 1965) and KWSM. Living in Kardinya, West Australia, 2004. |
| HAWTIN, Bruce Alfred | 204573 | Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born Te Aroha, 25 Jul 1930. Came from Whangamata, Waihi. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 for Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air via Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Jan 1953. Posted to Div Tpt Pl and was detailed as General West's then Gen Murray's driver at Division Headquarters, travelled to many places as required. The car was a 1952 Chevrolet and was used for special occasions such as visits to other regiments and transporting Concert Party members. Was required to drive Liaison officers mostly up to the front line on a daily basis. Corporal Hawtin also drove the General over to the Prisoner of War exchange at Freedom Village. He was a driver at the peace talks. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ by air via Japan, Guam and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 26 Aug 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal.) Died Whangamata 17 May 2015 aged 84. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAY, Donald Clouston (Happy) | 12547 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Gisborne 31 Jan 1933. Enlisted in the RNZN 18 Nov 1948 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and then Philomel. Drafted to Rotoiti circa 30 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 25 Oct 1950. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. One of several Seaman Boys who served on the New Zealand frigates during the Korean War. He was 17 and a half when he left for Korea. Action station for engagement situations was at the pom-pom (four-barrel 40mm gun). Served in Korean waters mainly on the west coast of Korea and was involved on the Han River on several occasions. RTNZ as an Able Seaman. Later appointed Quarters Armourer after training in Flinders Naval Base (HMAS Cerberus), Victoria, Australia. DEE from the RNZN 18 Jan 1957. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. RNZN Naval Relations Officer at Gisborne for six years ending 31 Apr 2004 in the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Living in Gisborne in 2004. President Gisborne RSA 2006. |
| HAY, Raymond Owen (Rusty) | 206347 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Wellington 21 Feb 1929. Shop Assistant from Wellington. Attested in KMB on 8 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in E Troop, 163 Bty. Served wherever the Battery was in action to north of the 38th Parallel. Accidentally injured 6 Oct 1951 “No action Required”. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flying boat ex Sydney. Total overseas service one year 209 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Nov 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Levin 16 Dec 2016 aged 87 years. |
| HAY, William Rex | 329891 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Auckland 19 Jun 1933. Employed as a motor mechanic before he entered the RNZN on 10 Jan 1952 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki and became a Stoker (Sto) on 25 Mar 1952. Drafted to Bellona 20 Jun 1953 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic 3 Feb 1953. Served in Tui 5 Mar 1953–22 Aug 1954. Served in Philomel 23 Aug 1954–23 Feb 1955. Also served in Pukaki, where he advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Also served in Bellona, Royalist and Philomel and was drafted again to Royalist on 1 Apr 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and served in Philomel from 10 Nov 1958 until DEE 24 Mar 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| HAYDEN, Peter | 13776 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Liverpool, UK, on 30 Jan 1918. Employed as a valet before entering the RN on 29 Jan 1940 as Acting Cook. His training was conducted in HMS Pembroke and within six months had changed trade to Acting Steward. Drafted on 22 to HMS Malabar a shore station in Bermuda. Advanced to Leading Steward (T) 30 Aug 1941 while in this station. Drafted 11 Dec 1942 to Newcastle (light cruiser) which was under repair in the Brooklyn Navy Yard New York. He returned to Britain 16 Mar 1942 to serve in Pembroke prior to drafting to HMS Barle (Frigate) which operated from Orlando and Cormorant shore bases in Britain. Reverted to Steward 30 Oct 1943. Served in Linaria 16 Dec 1943 which operated from Lanka in Ceylon. Advanced again to Leading Steward (Temporary) on 30 Apr 1944. Also served in HMS Braganza and HMS Lanka again during 1944. Drafted to Victorious (fleet carrier) 18 Aug 1944–6 Dec 1945 and was involved in this ship during several actions against Japanese forces. He sailed from Australia to Britain in her. Advanced to Petty Officer Steward (Temporary) 11 Jul 1946 and to Petty Officer Steward (Permanent) 25 Sep 1946. He later served in several shore stations and ships such as Diadem (light cruiser), Manxman (minelayer) and Abercrombie (monitor, gun training and accommodation ship). Released from the RN 20 Feb 1952 “Free” for entry into the RNZN. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Burma Star (‘Pacific’ clasp), Defence Medal, War Medal. Entered RNZN at Maori as Steward 21 Feb 1952 and advanced to Leading Steward the following day. On arrival in NZ was stationed in Tamaki 12 Mar–1 Aug 1952. Drafted to Hawea 2 Aug 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Disrated 5 Feb 1953. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 and Peter remained in her until 27 Oct 1953. Served in Bellona in the Reserve Fleet 28 Oct 1953–13 Oct 1954. Advanced to Leading Steward 3 Jun 1954. Also served in Black Prince, Hawea again and Philomel. DEE 28 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 12 Sep 1963 aged 44 years. He would also have later been entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HAYDEN, William Douglas (Bill) | 13317 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Hammersmith, London, UK, on 31 Jan 1924. Employed as an engineer storekeeper before he entered the RN on 25 Mar 1943 as an assistant Cook (Assistant Cook). Underwent training in Royal Arthur followed by Pembroke where he was rated Assistant Cook (Seamen) on 27 Apr 1943. Drafted to Rocket (destroyer) 10 Nov 1943 and was on convoy protection to Malta. Based in St Angelo (Malta) 1 Dec 1943–31 Mar 1944. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 25 Dec 1943. Rocket travelled onto be based in Highflyer (Ceylon–Sri Lanka) 1 Apr 1944–29 Jul 1945 and was then based in Mayina also in Ceylon, 30 Jul–15 Oct 1945. During these times the ship took part in Op Crimson as an escort for the air strikes and shore bombardment at Sabang, Sumatra and again took part in Op Banquet and several similar operations. In May 1945 Rocket took part in the search for Japanese warships on passage to the Andaman Islands. This resulted in two other destroyer squadrons being involved in the Battle of the Malacca Straight when the heavy Japanese cruiser Haguro was sunk. Drafted to London (heavy cruiser) 14 Oct 1945–11 Sep 1946 and returned to the UK in this ship which was reduced to Reserve status. Bill Hayden was administered by Pembroke until drafted to Cambrian (destroyer) 8 Oct 1946–18 Mar 1947. In the meantime, London (cruiser) had been refitted for further service with the British Pacific Fleet and Cook (Seamen) Hayden was drafted to that ship 10 Apr 1947–3 Oct 1949 and sailed back to Hong Kong. London was involved in an attempt with Black Swan to rescue Amethyst which had been trapped in the Yangtse River. London was hit by 23 shells fired by Communist shore batteries and suffered major damage. HMS London and Bill Hayden returned to the UK and he then served in Peregrine and Pembroke. Released from RN 19 Sep 1950 on entry into the RNZN. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Burma Star, Italy Star, War Medal and the Naval GSM with clasp ‘Yangtze 1949’. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 14 Nov 1950. Drafted to Taupo 27 Sep 1950–12 Oct 1950 which was then serving in the Mediterranean in exchange with an RN Ship. TSFD to Hawea 13 Oct 1950–26 Nov 1950 and sailed back to NZ via Singapore with visits at Darwin and Cairns in Australia. Served in Philomel 27 Nov 1950–17 Jan 1951. Drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. On RTNZ he served in Philomel, Irirangi, Black Prince and Tamaki. He returned to Britain and was DEE from Maori 19 Sep 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAYEEM, Harry | 203712 | Lance Bombardier | Camp HQ Section | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/09/2051 | Born Bombay (now Mumbai) on 30 May 1912. Previous service in the British Army (Service No 3975841, HQ Intelligence) for five and a half years 1940–46. Involved in mine incident in North Africa in 1941 and suffered severe concussion. Injured in a vehicle accident 1942 suffering a fractured skull and was hospitalised for four months. Evacuated to India by hospital ship and Admitted to Karachi Hospital. Fluent in Arabic, Urdu and Shanghai Chinese. Also had working knowledge of four other Indian dialects and a smattering of Russian. Reached rank of Warrant Officer 1st Class. His WWII awards are not known but probably include 1939–45 Star, Africa Star and War Medal. Demobbed in England in 1946. Served in Merchant Navy as a Purser for two years 1946–47. Came to NZ. Electrical Engineer and clerical assistant for NZ Express Company, Auckland, Customs Agents. Next-of-kin Mr Amram Hayeem, Birmingham, England who later moved to Avondale, Auckland. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Promoted Lance Corporal at Waiouru before embarking. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to NZ Base HQ as Force HQ Clerk. On TOD to 16 Fd Regt 19–24 Apr 1951. Attached to NZ Detachment at Kure 4 May–24 Aug 1951. Hit on head by falling door in Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1951 for RTNZ as a medical evacuee, persistent headaches. Disembarked Auckland 10 Sep 1951 from flying-boat Aorangi ex Sydney. Served overseas 275 days. Underwent treatment at Auckland Public Hospital before being discharged from Kayforce 30 Nov 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Avondale, Auckland. Died Auckland 17 Jun 1964. His family were later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAYES, Paul Farrington | 34193 | Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | NZ Regt | 03/12/2055 | 24/05/2056 | Born Auckland 7 Jun 1931. Entered Royal Military College, Duntroon 2 Feb 1950, graduated Dec 1953. Served at Waiouru, Linton and Burnham before being seconded to Kayforce. Appointed to Kayforce 24 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) for passage to Sydney then by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955. Rotated on posting and attachments between 10 Tpt Coy and NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas 174 days. SOS Emergency Force and reposted to the Regular Force, NZ Regt, 9 Jun 1956. Relinquished appointment of Instructor RNZ Inf, Burnham and posted to 1 NZ Regt 5 Aug 1957. Served in Malaya 15 Dec 1957 to 27 Aug 1958. Platoon Commander 12 Platoon, D Coy until promoted and appointed 2i/c D Coy. Sergeant Jamieson again taking over as Pl Commander. Deplaned Whenuapai 29 Aug 1958 from RNZAF Hastings ex Japan. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Appointed Commander Tonga Force 24 Dec 1962 for a period of two years. Served in UNTSO Palestine Jul 1971-May 1974. Later Major (9 Dec 1965) RNZIR, posted to Army Training Group, Waiouru 19 May 1974. Retired from Waiouru 8 Jun 1976. Awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Living Pio Pio, King Country circa 1998. Died 5 Jul 2018 aged 87 years. |
| HAYES, Radford Joseph | 208915 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/08/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Dunedin on 31 Mar 1935. Employed as a garment presser from Dunedin. Previous home service in the Army during WWII with Service No 643129. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 and the NZ War Service Medal. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on 13 Apr 1953. Emplaned on Teal flight at Wellington for Sydney. Continued by air and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 23 Oct 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 12–20 Dec 1953 and again 27 Dec–3 Jan 1954. Promoted Lance Bombardier during tour and appointed Ration Clerk. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed the return to NZ by Teal flight and deplaned NZ on 27 Nov 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 94 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Jan 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HAYES, Wilfred James | 208841 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/03/2053 | 21/12/2053 | Born Piriaka, near Taumarunui on 1 Jun 1925. Served in the RNZN from 30 Mar 1944–16 Aug 1946 with Service No NZ9404. Reached rate of Able Seaman. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Also served in BCOF, Japan. Embarked 15 Jul 1947 and RTNZ 5 Oct 1948 in rank of Sergeant. (645899, Temporary Corporal, 19 Coy, NZASC. Driver from Piriaka near Taumarunui. Next-of-kin Mr J Hayes (father) Piriaka.) Carpet factory employee at Christchurch after return from Japan. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Left NZ 18 Mar 1953 by flying boat from Evans Bay to Sydney. Then by Qantas from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam, Japan deplaning 21 Mar 1953. Entered Korea 27 Mar 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 27 Apr 1953. Accidentally injured 18 Nov 1953. Medically evacuated to NZ 11 Dec and emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1953. Served overseas 279 days. Discharged 30 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 20 Apr 1955 and served as RNZASC Storeman. Discharged at his own request on payment. Died Taumarunui, 1 Jul 1993 aged 67 years. Entitled to NZOSM and NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAYLES, Victor | 211047 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Mataura on 22 May 19232. Stable hand For Mr H.J. Callaghan at Hawera. Enlisted 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 May 1953. Entered Korea 18 May 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Australia arriving at Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 199 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Jan 1955. Died Mataura, 31 Jan 1989 aged 66 years. Also entitle to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAYMAN, Arnold Halliwell | 920003 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 12/10/2054 | Born Balclutha 29 Dec 1931. Ex TF soldier. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 16 Aug 1952, on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood approx 7.30am, 12 Oct 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1955. Returned to the TF. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Returned to Korea more than once to visit old battlefields including Solma-ri and Hill 235 (Gloster Hill). Later became Major RNZA and awarded ED. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died at home 1 0ct 2022 aged 90 years. |
| HAYMAN, Ronald William | 32030 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Auckland 18 Feb 1930. Attested 22 May 1948 as a Regular Force soldier. TSFD into Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. To be Bombardier 1-star 1 Jun 1952. Gun Sergeant on Fox 1, 163 Bty. Served in the battery location north of the Imjin River. Photographed in this area with Pete Kearney and Bill Baker and published in K Force Despatches, Nov 2001. On 27 Jul 1953 the last round fired in anger from the 25-pounder guns of 16 Fd Regt was from Fox 1 gun of 163 Bty. The target was “active mortars” and he gave the order to “Fire” this last round. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and re-posted to the Regular Force. Awarded, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from the Regular Force 25 Jun 1954. Entitled to NZDSM. Joined Territorial Force and served from 15 Sep 1959 to 3 Apr 1963. Died at Northaven Retirement Village, Red Beach, Auckland, 19 Apr 2018 aged 88 years. |
| HAYNE, Barry | 12862 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Mt Roskill, Auckland, 1 Feb 1931. Brass finisher. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Stoker on 13 Jan 1949. After basic training in Tamaki he was drafted to Bellona 3 Sep 1949, advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1949 and to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 13 Oct 1950. Was in Philomel for eight months 15 Jan to 22 Aug 1951. Served again in Bellona and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 11 Oct 1951 before being drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland for service in Korean waters 7 Jan 1952. Rotoiti was mainly involved in escort and patrol duties on the west coast of Korea. Passenger in a jeep that was driven off wharf at Kure, Japan, into 20 feet of water–the vehicle had a faulty handbrake. See also Instructor Lieutenant Davies, Leading Electrical Mechanician Preece and Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic Heron. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 14 Dec 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later served in Kiwi. Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic Hayne was DEE 31 Jan 1955. Died Kawakawa Bay 23 Dec 1990 aged 69 years. |
| HAYNES, Reginald Albert | 12564 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, 10 Jan 1919. Working as a shop assistant before he entered the Royal Navy on 10 Dec 1934 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was in St Vincent from 10 Dec 1954 to 9 Jun 1936. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 20 Jul 1935 and to Boy Telegraphist on 30 May 1936. Drafted top Neptune (Leander-class light cruiser) 11 Jun 1936–31 Mar 1937 and advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 10 Jul 1936. Administered by Victory 1 Apr–8 Jun 1937 and advanced to Telegraphist 10 Apr 1937. Served in St Angelo 9 Jun 1937–20 Dec 1940 and advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist on 7 Aug 1940. Back to Victory then drafted to Fiji (Crown Colony-class light cruiser) 12 Feb–8 Aug 1941 and advanced to Leading Telegraphist 7 Aug 1941. Fiji was involved in searches for German commerce raiders and in Mar was sent to join King George V to search for the Admiral Scheer. In Apr Fiji was also involved in the search for the German battleships Scharnhorst and Gneisenau in the Bay of Biscay. Fiji took part in the Battle of Crete and was sunk on 22 May by German bombs. 523 men survived this sinking but 241 were killed. Reg Haynes was a survivor and was held against the strength of the ship until administered by Victory 9 Aug–3 Sep 1941. Drafted to Aberdonian (Coastal forces depot ship) 4 Sep 1941–31 Jan 1943. This ship spent most of her time at Dartmouth. Reg Haynes was then drafted to Dartmouth, the Britannia Royal Naval College 1 Feb 1943–29 Aug 1944. His next posting was to Mercury, the RN Signals School 30 Aug 1944–29 Jun 1945. During his time in that school he advanced to (Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist (Temporary) on 26 Dec 1944. On 30 Jun 1945 he was drafted to Mayina near Colombo in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist (Temporary) on 26 Dec 1945. This was followed by drafting to HMS Brag (HMS Braganza) in Bombay, India and then to Sultan a shore base in Gosport Hampshire, on 1 Oct 1946 and advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist (Permanent) 21 Nov 1946. His final posting was to Mercury 14 Mar 1947–12 Mar 1949 from where he was released to join the RNZN which he had been preparing for from 16 Jan 1949. His medallic awards are not stated but may include the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, possibly the Burma Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Cook as a Telegraphist on 16 Jan 1949 followed on the succeeding days to be Leading Telegraphist and then Petty Officer Telegraphist. Cook was renamed Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a crew member to bring this ship to NZ. He remained in this ship on arrival in this country and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 28 Oct 1950. Although not stated on his posting card he must have returned from Korea in Pukaki on 3 Dec as he is shown as being in Philomel on 5 Dec 1950. Drafted to Tamaki 12 Jan 1951–1 Oct 1952, Philomel (Reserve Fleet) 2 Oct 1952–15 Jan 1953. He then served in Black Prince 16 Jan 1953–23 Sep 1954 and later again served in Tamaki 24 Sep 1954, Ngaponga (a Reserve unit) 1 May 1956 and Philomel 5 Aug 1958. Discharged to RA 15 Jan 1959. Awarded British Empire Medal, QB Hons 10 Jun 1954, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 25 Aug 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HAYWARD, Donald Rex | 13572 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born New Plymouth 31 Jul 1935. Entered the RNZN 31 Dec 1950 as Boy 2nd Class. Trained in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 14 Jun 1951. Like many of his era his first sea service was in Bellona as Boy 1st Class (W/T). Also served in Philomel and advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 31 Jan 1954. Drafted to Irirangi 24 Mar 1953 and advanced to Telegraphist on 30 Nov 1953. Drafted to Kaniere as Telegraphist on 10 Jul 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for Korea on the second deployment of the ship. Travelled from Kure to Hong Kong in the troopship Dilwara 2–6 Jan 1955. Came back to NZ in Kaniere arriving 23 Jul 1955. Back in NZ he served again in Philomel and attended courses at HMAS Cerberus in the first half of 1958. Served in Royalist 10 Sep 1958–6 Oct 1959. Promoted Petty Officer Telegraphist 15 Jul 1959. Discharged 6 Nov 1959 as BNPS (Below Naval Physical Standards). Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and is entitled to NZDSM (R). Died Whangarei 1 Jul 2012 aged 76 years. |
| HAYWARD, Fredrick Frank (Fred) | 302009 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/08/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Mangaoai, Whangarei 29 Jun 1930. Harm Hand at Whangarei. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to, Japan, deplaning Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 26 Aug 1953 and M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 26 Aug 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ to Pusan for embarkation 9 Oct 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 3) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 102 days. Discharged 13 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1255 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Whangarei. Died Whangarei 9 Dec 2002 aged 72 years. Later awarded NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HAYWARD, George Te Whetu | 11463 | Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Ohinemutu, Rotorua 14 Oct 1927. Employed as a radio mechanician before he entered the RNZN as a Radio Mechanic 8 May 1947. His initial naval training was conducted in Tamaki followed by service in Philomel. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 3 Sep 1947–8 Oct 1948 and RTNZ to serve in Philomel. Drafted to Waiouru 2 Nov 1948–14 Feb 1950. Advanced to Radio Electricians Mate (Radio) on 8 May 1947. Returned to Philomel 15 Feb 1950 and advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate effective from 1 Jan 1950. Spent a good deal of his service in shore stations and attended courses at HMAS Watson. (One source states HMAS Cerberus, another states HMAS Watson.) Drafted to Taupo 19 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 Oct 1951 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Radio Electricians Mate 9 Dec 1951 and to Leading Radio Electricians Mate 9 Dec 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. DEE 7 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea in May 2001. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). Died Rotorua, 20 Feb 2011 aged 83 years. |
| HAYWARD, Hughie Douglas Walter | 11427 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born New Plymouth 23 Oct 1931.Was a schoolboy before he entered the RNZN on 13 Mar 1947 as Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 18 Sep 1947. Drafted to Bellona 20 Jan 1948–2 Feb 1949 then to Taupo 3 Feb 1949–1 Feb 1950. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 23 Oct 1949. Served in Kaniere and Philomel and was drafted to Hawea 7 Mar 1950 to 18 Jan 1951 being advanced to Able Seaman on 23 Jun 1950. He was then in Philomel and Tamaki briefly then back to Philomel 24 Feb 1951–11 Feb 1952. He was sent to HMAS Watson on course 12 Feb–6 Apr 1952 and was qualified Radar Plotter 3rd Class on 7 Apr 1952. He then served in Philomel then Kiwi and was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953. She sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malaya and Korea returning to NZ 2 Mar 1954. Drafted to Irirangi 5 May 1954 to 4 Oct 1955 then returned to Philomel where he was DEE 22 Oct 1955. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. It is not known if he received these awards. Later a boilerman at Cape Egmont Dairy Company, Pungarehu, Taranaki. |
| HAYWARD, John Robert | 15173 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Rotorua on 26 May 1937. Employed as a Post & Telegraph messenger before he entered the RNZN as a Junior Telegraphist 2 on 23 Sep 1954. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 26 Nov 1954. RUN on 27 Oct 1955. Recovered and returned to Philomel. Changed trade to Ordinary Signalman and was drafted then to Kaniere on 3 Feb 1956. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 to serve in the British Far East station 1956–57. He advanced to Signalman on 7 Dec 1956. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957. Discharged BNPS on 29 Jul 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| HAYWARD, Reginald John | 11667 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Rotherham, Canterbury, NZ on 19 Sep 1931. Came from Ashburton. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Seaman Boy. Was the leading Boy of his class. After training in Tamaki he served in Bellona, then Kaniere. Rated Able Seaman and his trade was Torpedo Detector 3rd Class. Served again in Bellona which was cruising in NZ waters then attended a course at HMAS Rushcutter. Drafted to Taupo 8 Jan 1952 which was already on deployment to Korea. It is not known the means of travel to Korea unless he took passage in Rotoiti which left NZ on 7 Jan 1952. Promoted Acting Leading Seaman on 14 Jan 1952. He joined Taupo During Jan 1952 and remained with that ship until 25 Sep 1953 RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Served again in Bellona before being drafted to Pukaki 14 Sep 1953. This ship sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for Korean waters and returned 28 Sep 1954. DEE 18 Sep 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’ and KWSM. Died peacefully at Switzer Home Kaitaia, on 10 Feb 2019 aged 87 years. |
| HAYWOOD, Graeme Lindsay | 203648 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver in Artillery Platoon. M/O from NZ Tpt Pl and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 8 Feb 1951. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.64 p.4) Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by BCPA charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane Auckland 24 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Jul 1952 and returned to Morrinsville. Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1256 sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Morrinsville. Died Ohaupo, 27 Jul 1996. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HAZELDINE, Arthur Herbert | 13417 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Reefton, West Coast, South Island on 24 May 1924. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 21 Sep 1950. After training in Tamaki his Initial sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Rotoiti as Ordinary Seaman on 10 Dec 1951 and departed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. TSFD to Taupo in Korean waters on 3 Feb 1952 and participated in patrols on the east and west coasts of Korea and was involved in some shore bombardments on the east coast shooting at rail bridges and tunnels hoping to catch a train in the tunnel. He remained in Taupo when it RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 until 25 Jan 1953. He then served in Black Prince and was in the crew that took Bellona back to the UK. Arthur served in Royalist on its delivery voyage from the UK to NZ. Royalist was involved in the Suez crisis and had to RTNZ via South Africa. Awarded Korea medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE. Medals were later stolen from his cabin in Philomel but replacement medals were issued on 16 Oct 1968. Later served in Lachlan. DEE 23 May 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. |
| HAZELDINE, Robert John | 207694 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/07/2052 | Born Christchurch 16 Jul 1926. Served in Jayforce. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.57 with Service No 657817, Gunner, NZA. Factory hand form Christchurch. Next-of-kin Mrs W.S. Hazeldine (mother) Christchurch. Embarked HMT Chitral 30 Jul 1946 and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served in 25 Bty NZ Artillery. TSFD to the NZ Roll ‘Waitaki’ 14 Jun 1947. Embarked early for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 5 Jul 1947. Discharged Wellington 5 Aug 1947. Motorcycle mechanic at St Albans, Christchurch. Enlisted in KMB 29 Jun 1950. Training for Korea was mainly in Burnham Camp. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Breached military discipline in training and several times during his Korean service. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served as a gun number in 163 Bty. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 24 Jun 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952, deplaned Wellington 19 Jul 1952 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 223 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged From Kayforce 3 Nov 1952. Applied for a return to Korea but His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1257 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Christchurch but was unclaimed and returned to Base Records, Trentham Camp. Died 13 Aug 1992 aged 66 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HEAD, Maurice Anthony | 206491 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 17/07/2054 | Born Rotorua 2 Jan 1930. Tram Conductor, Wellington City Corporation. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas and deplaned 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951, sailed to Pusan disembarking 4 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Awarded 27 days detention in Canadian Detention Barracks for an offence. This was his ‘wake-up’ experience. Released direct to his unit 10 Aug 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ and remains on X(iii) List (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 31 Dec 1952 Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 for Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 4 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 5 Mar 1953. Attached FAP HQ RASC (NCO School) 10 May–2 Jun 1953. Returned to his unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 15 Jun 1953 and to Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1953. Appointed Tpt Section 2i/c. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 23–30 Nov 1953 and discharged direct to unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll and M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Apr 1953. TSFD to NZRTU 26 May and returned to NZ Base HQ 6 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 23 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 302 days. SOS Kayforce 22 Oct 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Later a welder in Whakatane. Died Whakatane 27 Jul 1989 aged 59 years. Buried in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Whakatane. |
| HEAL, John Maxwell | 208888 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 20/05/2053 | 28/03/2055 | Born Cambridge 1 Dec 1924. Previous service during WWII in the RNZAF from 29 Oct 1943–14 Jul 1946 as Aircraftman 1st Class with Service No 4313495. He served in the Pacific area 14 Jun 1945–25 Feb 1946. Awarded War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. He then served in the RNZNVR, Otago Port Division with Service No 106140 from 24 May 1949–19 Jul 1950. Motor Mechanic for Fulton Hogan Ltd, Dunedin. Attested 27 Nov 1952 Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZEME while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 15 Jun and entered Korea 16 Feb 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 20 Aug 1953 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 15 Sep 1953. Served in NZRTU 18 Sep–5 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 1 Dec 1953. Promoted Lance Corporal 10 Dec 1953, Corporal 10 Mar 1954 and to Temporary Sergeant 7 Apr 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ 29 Jul 1954 and M/I the next day. TSFD to NZ Roll and promoted Sergeant 12 Jan 1955. M/O to Kobe, Japan 22 Feb 1955 for embarkation and embarked SS Changte 24 Feb 1955 for Sydney. Deplaned Harewood 28 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 313 days. Discharged 9 Jun 1955 and returned to Dunedin. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HEALEY, Clarence Joseph Haydon | 7553 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Opotiki, 15 Mar 1927. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on a 12-year engagement on 15 Mar 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. This engagement was reduced to six years to date from 1 Apr 1946. His training was in Tamaki on 8 Jul 1943. Drafted to Gambia 25 Feb 1944 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 15 Mar 1945. Gambia searched for blockade runners and supported several carrier raids against oil installations and airfields in Japanese territories. She also saw action off Okinawa and Formosa. Advanced to Able Seaman 15 Nov 1945. On RTNZ he served in Philomel, Waiouru (Naval Signal station later known as Irirangi) and Taupo. Drafted to Pukaki 9 Mar 1950 and sailed from Auckland, together with Tutira on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Bellona and was DEE 31 Mar 1952. After discharge later became a carpenter. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HEALING, Allan Harold | 12697 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/05/2051 | Born West Ham, London, 9 Apr 1928. UK Plumber's Mate. Served in the RN from 25 Sep 1946–28 May 1948. After training in Royal Arthur, Raleigh and Pembroke was drafted to Liverpool (cruiser) and Triumph (light fleet carrier). Released from the RN on 28 May 1948. Entered RNZN at Cook (later known as Maori) in London as an Able Seaman on 17 Feb 1949. Drafted to Tutira on 4 May 1949 and was one of the crew who sailed the vessel to Auckland Aug 1949. Served in Philomel, Tamaki and Hawea before he was drafted to Rotoiti on 8 Jul 1951. Rotoiti was already in Korea and he may have been flown up to join her. Rotoiti RTNZ on 23 Nov 1951, He then served in Philomel and Irirangi until drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 sailing from Devonport on 2 Mar 1953 for further service in Korea. He served mainly on the west coast area and the Inland Sea. Kaniere RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. His contract was completed in Tamaki 7 May 1954–17 Feb 1955. DEE 26 Feb 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Korea Medal and UN Korea were replaced at cost when they were lost in 1993 and again in 2004. Living at Ngaruawahia in 1996 and Edgecumbe in 2003. |
| HEALY, Joseph Vincent | 14131 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Ohaewai 16 Apr 1934. Farmhand at Ohaewai before enlisting in the RNZN on 16 Apr 1952 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 24 Jun 1952–23 Nov 1953 for his first sea service and experience. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 3 Feb 1953. Served in Philomel 24 Nov 1953–26 May 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 22 May 1954–10 Jan 1956. Sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. On RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 he remained in Kaniere until drafted to Black Prince 11 Jan 1956 then to Tamaki on 13 Jan–5 Jul 1956. Returned to Black Prince 6 Jul 1956–1 Apr 1957. Served in Mako 2 Apr 1957 –11 Nov 1958 then returned to Black Prince 12 Nov 1958–5 Apr 1960. DEE 15 Apr 1960. Died Kawakawa, 26 Dec 1999 aged 65 years. Buried Ngawha Cemetery, Whangarei. |
| HEALY, Ralph Owen | 204430 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 11/12/2052 | 10/06/2053 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 14 Jul 1929. Horse trainer for Auckland City Council. Attested 17 Apr 1952 in 4th Reinforcements as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZASC while at Papakura camp 15 May 1952. Emplaned as a Driver Auckland 11 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey from Sydney to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Dec 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp (not shown on record). Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 22 May 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll for Medical RTNZ 23 May 1953. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953, medically downgraded because of duodenal ulcer. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 182 days. Discharged 17 Jul 1953 and it is thought he returned to Dunedin. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1260 was sent to his given address in St Kilda, Dunedin, but was returned from Dunedin to Base Records where it now remains. |
| HEARNE, Harold James | 13851 | Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Birmingham, UK, 18 Apr 1914. Was employed as a fitter before he joined the RN as an Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class with Service No D/MX 52319 on 31 Dec 1935. After training in Drake was drafted 17 Jun 1936 to Adventure (minelaying cruiser) the first warship to use diesel engines, being used for cruising. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class Dec 1938 and was stationed in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) 1 Mar 1939. His next ship was HMS Montrose (destroyer) suffered serious damage during a collision in fog in Jul 1940 when returning to evacuate more men from Dunkirk. Two months after these repairs she was again damaged by near misses from German bombs. Drafted to Bude (minesweeper) 28 Sep 1940 in which he served for nearly four years rising to Chief Engine Room Artificer 19 Apr 1943. This ship served in the North Sea, the Channel and the Mediterranean including the attack on Sicily and Anzio. And was sometimes based in Malta. He returned to Britain in Nov 1945 and remained in service. He joined Skipjack at Malta in Sep 1947 and brought the ship back to Britain in Oct 1947. Released to the Class ‘A’ Reserve 17 Mar 1948. Awarded DSM (27 Mar 1945) 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori, London, 27 Jun 1952 and advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer on the following two-days. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel until drafted to Pukaki on 4 May 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Pukaki RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. He later served in Pukaki again, in Philomel, Black Prince and Royalist. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal 20 Mar 1958. Discharged to RA 26 Jun 1962. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| HEASLEY, Colin Robert | 208213 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni Late Aug or early Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for the two to three-day sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy soon after arrival in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning at Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 11 Jun 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1261 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Nelson. Died Christchurch,13 Mar 2012 aged 84 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM And KWSM if not already awarded. |
| HEATHCOTE, Cyril Keith | 970969 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Invercargill 18 Feb 1930. Labourer at Waitane Saw-milling and Forest-station, Gore. Attested 6 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC 10 Dec 1952. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Mar 1954 and entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Mar 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 17 Jun 1953 and was TSFD to 121 Med Evac Hosp 22 Jun then to Brit Com Z Med Unit 22 Jun 1953 and returned to his unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 27 Aug 1953. Accidentally injured (left foot) 23 Oct 1953 and was admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb. TSFD to Canadian FDS the same day. Promoted Temporary Corporal 21 Nov 1953 and to Corporal 21 Feb 1954. Attached FAP to 25 Canadian Inf Bde NCO School 28 Feb 1954–11 Apr 1954 and returned to his unit. He showed little enthusiasm for this course and training. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Harewood 28 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Nov 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Applied to return to Korea but decided he would not continue further with his application. Died Invercargill on 10 Dec 1983 aged 53 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HEATHERINGTON, William John | 208169 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but battery or task in the battery not known. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight from Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Aug 1953. Died Blenheim/Renwick, 15 May 1993. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HEATLEY, James Doolan | 13159 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Palmerston North 22 Aug 1931. Employed as a General Contractor before he entered the RNZN as Ordinary Seaman on 13 Oct 1949. Drafted to Lachlan 28 Jul 1950–24 Mar 1951 for his first sea service. Sent on course to HMAS Rushcutter 27 Mar–15 Oct 1951. Returned to Philomel and was then drafted to Rotoiti 2 Dec 1951. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 and served in Korean waters on the second deployment of the ship to those waters. Advanced to Able Seaman 13 Apr 1951 during this deployment. Later served in Irirangi and then in Kaniere 21 Jun 1954–16 Nov 1954. Discharged 28 Mar 1955 BNPS. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Palmerston North 5 Jun 1966. Later his next-of-kin received is awards of NZOSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North 6 Jun 1966 aged 35 years. |
| HEAVEY, Neville Graham | 12887 | Leading Sick Berth Attendant | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Wellington 24 Mar 1928. Employed as an under presser before joining the RNZN on 20 Jan 1949 as a Probationary Sick Berth Attendant. His initial training was in Tamaki. Like many of this period he served in Bellona from 16 Jan 1951–22 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 23 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Promoted Leading Sick Berth Attendant 21 Jun 1952. Assisted with treatment of the Korean wounded after the fight at Yang Do. On RTNZ was first drafted to Philomel then the Irirangi at Waiouru where he remained for nearly one year. Returned to Philomel and was DEE 19 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HEEMI, Maaka | 330196 | Gunner | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/03/2054 | 04/06/2055 | Born Ahipara, near Kaitaia, Northland 10 Oct 1933. Served in 9th Intake CMT 9 Apr 1953 and served in 1 Locating Bty 23 Jun 1953 at Narrow Neck Camp, Devonport. M/O to enlist in Kayforce 27 Oct 1953. Emplaned Auckland 9 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Oct 1954. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 31 Oct–2 Nov 1954 for duties with concert party then returned to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Nov 1954. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 19 Mar 1955. Placed on Seriously Ill List 8.30am after operation for acute appendicitis. Progressing well and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 26 Apr 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 May 1955. Was to have emplaned 29 May 1955 on Qantas but went AWOL (probably with Lance Corporal Kahura who went AWOL at the same hours as Heemi). Emplaned 30 May 1955 on Qantas aircraft for return to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 10 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1264 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Auckland but returned to Base Records where it remains today. Attested in Regular Force 10 Apr 1961 as Wiremu Maaka Hemi, posted to 1 NZ Regt and discharged at own request 20 Aug 1961. TSFD to RF Reserve 31 Aug 1961. Died Paeroa 9 Sep 1998 aged 65 years. |
| HEENAN, William (Bill) | 13121 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Greymouth 17 May 1934. Enlisted in the RNZN 8 Sep 1949 as Boy 2nd Class. His basic training was in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 26 Jan 1950. Drafted to Bellona 14 Sep 1950 to 18 Jan 1951. Drafted to Taupo on 18 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters. Seaman/ Radar Operator. Promoted Ordinary Seaman on 17 Nov 1951 during this deployment. Original issue of Korea and UN Korea Medals replaced at cost. On RTNZ he served in Black Prince and was promoted Able Seaman on 17 Feb 1953. Also served in HMAS Watson 28 Jul–29 Nov 1954 and later in Philomel, HMAS Quadrant (for five days) and Hawea. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 1 Apr 1958. DEE 13 May 1958. Re-engaged as an Able Seaman on 11 Jan 1962 and was in Philomel then drafted to Lachlan on 9 May 1962. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 14 Apr 1962 and qualified as a Diver 2nd Class on 6 Feb 1962. He has several short postings in 62 and returned to Lachlan twice the latest being from 17 Nov 1962 to 27 Sep 1963. Also served in Philomel, Royalist 20 Nov 1964–28 Jan 1966, Philomel, COMAUCK 8 Mar 1967–20 Jan 1969, Mororo (P3554) 20 Jan 1969–3 Nov 1970. Received Chief of Naval Staff's Commendation for his work between 31 Jul 1972 and 13 Apr 1973 on the salvage of MV which sank at the Shelly Bay Wharf in 1966. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal on 11 Jan 1971. Discharged from the RNZN as a Chief Petty Officer having completed 24 years seven months service. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ (awarded 17 Jan 2006), Royal Navy LS&GC Medal, NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. Later specialised in diving and served in Manawanui a seagoing vessel used for diving. Living in Picton in 1996 and moved to Blenheim shortly after. Living in Blenheim in 2004. Selected to attend 60th anniversary commemoration of the Inchon Landings 15 Sep over the period 11–16 Sep 2010. |
| HEGARTY, William | 15633 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 27 Jan 1925 in the UK. Entered the RN as an Engine Room Artificer Apprentice in Drake on 29 Aug 1940. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 5th Class 1 Jul 1944. Served in Dolphin the RN Submarine school at Gosport. He served in Elfin (torpedo recovery ship), Cyclops (SM depot ship) which sailed from Rothsay to Singapore via India. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 4 Jul 1945. Served in HMS Dolphin 6 Nov 1945 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer (Fitter & Turner) 26 Jul 1946 then to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class (Fitter & Turner) 15 Aug 1948. Served in the submarines Aurochs, Tabard, Tactician based at HMS Terror, Singapore 18 May 1950 and Thorough and the submarine depot ship Montclare back in the UK. Also served in the submarine Andrew which was the last British submarine to be fitted with a deck gun and Totem. Then served in the submarine depot ship Adamant Oct–Dec 1954. It is not known what service awards he received for his RN service. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 20 Feb 1956 as an Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and in the next two-days advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class. Served in Philomel then Black Prince 3 Jul 1956–7 Feb 1957. Drafted 8 Feb 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 26 Jul 1958. Later served in Black Prince, Kaniere and Lachlan 19 Sep 1960–5 Oct 1961. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer and then to Chief Engine Room Artificer 19 Sep 1960. Then served in Philomel. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 28 Mar 1961. Discharged to RA 19 Feb 1966. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HELLESOE, Jay Moore | 206337 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Possibly born in Auckland. Attested 12 Jun 1950 in Kayforce Main Body. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from Reinforcement Training Unit to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. He may have been involved in some of the major battles in the first 18 months in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He returned to Ponsonby, Auckland. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1265 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Auckland. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HELLEUR, Bruce Robert | 203870 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/11/2057 | Born Perth, Western Australia on 13 Mar 1926. Also served in BCOF, Japan 1946–48. (827408, Private, Infantry Corps. Labourer from Devonport. Next-of-kin Mrs E.M. Helleur (mother), Henderson, Auckland.) Linesman from Devonport. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce Main Body. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Signalman, Field Regiment. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and furlough. Deplaned Auckland 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned for Korea 14 Jul 1952; returned to NZ 2 Sep 1953. Re-embarked Auckland 3 Nov 1953 for Korea and admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp from NZ Base HQ 17 Dec 1953. Remained in Korea until 17 Nov 1957. Promoted to Staff Sergeant during the tour. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 18 Apr 1958. Longest serving member of Kayforce having served 7 years 234 days. His brother Rex David Helleur (younger by 11 years) served in the RNZN (but not in Korean waters) was in the crew of HMNZS Bellona when it was returned to the UK and came back to NZ in HMNZS Royalist which was involved in the Suez affair. He later received the British Empire Medal for his work in HMNZS Endeavour in Antarctica. Bruce Helleur later served as a Traffic Officer, NZ Transport Department. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. May have married a young Japanese woman. |
| HELLIER, James Bruce | 208729 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Gore, Southland 2 Aug 1928. Brother of Ronald P. Hellier q.v. Painter for Petersons, Gore, Attested 4 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA 19 May 1952. Was actually in the 3rd draft of the Replacement Scheme but was surplus and retained for the 4th Reinforcement. He was held unduly long in training camps before being included in the 5th draft. Emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 as a Gunner and flew to Sydney. Continued to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Mar and entered Korea 27 Mar 1953. M/I 16 Fd Regt 30 Mar 1953 and served in 163 Bty. Admitted 25 Canadian DFDS 1 Mar 1954 and was discharged direct to unit 8 Mar 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 Jul 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 173 days. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Gore? 4 Jun 2008 aged 79 years. |
| HELLIER, Ronald Percival | 208858 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 20/05/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Gore, Southland, 23 Aug 1922. Elder brother of James B. Hellier q.v. Previous Home Service in 3 Composite Coy NZASC during WWII in NZ and in 2 NZEF NZASC with Service No 452612. Listed in 2 NZEF 13th Roll Embarkations from New Zealand to the Middle East 1 Jan to 31 Mar 1944. Embarked Wellington HMT 82 (RMS Mooltan) 12 Jan 1944. Entered Egypt 21 Feb 1944. Attended all Arms Trg Course Mines and Booby traps at NZ Engr Trg Depot 10–15 Apr 1944 and classified ‘C’. Posted to NZASC 8 NZ Div Sup Coy. Embarked Port Said 17 Jan 1945. M/I ASC Adv Base, Italy 23 Jan 1945. Served in 1 NZ Sup Coy. TSFD to NZ Roll 30 Nov 1945 and returned to 2 NZEF Adv Base 14 Dec 1945. Embarked 10 Jan 1946 for RTNZ and disembarked NZ 10 Feb 1946. Awarded Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Discharged 3 May 1946. Labourer for United Trading Coy Gore. Attested 28 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while training in Burnham Camp. M/O from Burnham Camp 19 Mar 1955 to Lyttelton and embarked on overnight ferry to Wellington. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 as a Driver on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Japan 23 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 2 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1953 and M/I to his unit. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 2 Dec 1953, Discharged to NZ Base HQ and onto NZRTU 29 Dec 1954. M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl, 31 Dec 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I 3 Jul 1954. M/O 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation and embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 22 Nov 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas in Korea one year 187 days Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Gore 6 Oct 2001 aged 79 years. Buried Charlton Park Cemetery, Gore. |
| HELLYER, Peter | 339483 | Acting Ordnance Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 01/03/2058 | 04/07/2058 | Born on 17 Sep 1935. Entered the RNZN on 22 May 1957 as an Acting Ordnance Artificer and was in Tamaki under training until 8 Aug 1959. He served in Philomel then in HMAS Cerberus from 22 Aug 1957–1 Mar 1958. His name is listed in the Royalist Second Commission Souvenir handbook. He joined Royalist on 1 Mar 1958 which had sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957. He therefore missed the service in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters as Royalist was on its way back to NZ when he joined her. Served in the Artificer Division. He stayed in Royalist and returned to HMAS Cerberus on 7 Jan–27 May 1959. He moved between Philomel and Royalist several times. Drafted to Otago on 17 Feb 1964–15 Oct 1965 and served in Malaysian waters accumulating 118 days qualifying time for GSM 1962 with ‘Malay Peninsula’ clasp while in Otago. In Philomel on 18 Nov 1965–19 Jul 1967. Advanced to Acting Chief Ordnance Artificer (Local) on 18 Feb 1966. Drafted to Waikato 10 Jul 1967–15 Jan 1969. He also served in COMAUCK, Waikato again, Wakefield, COMAUCK, Canterbury and Philomel. President of Senior Rates Mess HMNZS Philomel 1979. Discharged to RA on 20 Sep 1980. Later Chief Petty Officer (OA) Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal May 1972. Discharged to RA on 20 Sep 1980. Later awarded NZOSM, GSM 1962 (clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’) (issued on 23 Jan 1970), NZSSM, NZDSM (R) and PJM. Retired 1988 and employed as a civilian in RNZN Dockyard weapons shop. |
| HELSBY, John Geoffrey Lloyd | 203942 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 05/02/2053 | Born Bangor, North Wales, 18 Nov 1921. Previous service in the RAF for five years as a Leading Aircraftman with Service No 1499786. Discharged at end of the war. Not known what medallic awards he received. Possibly only the Defence medal and War Medal. Factory hand at Matangi Dairy Coy Waikato. Attested in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements 27 Feb 1951. Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 (3rd Lift) for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. At NZRTU until posted 26 Oct 1951 to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 26 Oct 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 23 Jul 1952 and discharged to unit 7 Aug 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt and remained on the NZ Roll 9 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni, 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 5 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 235 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 2 Apr 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1268 was sent to his address C/- Forest Products. Kinleith, Tokoroa on 5 Apr 1957 but was returned to Base Records where it remains. Died Te Awamutu 6 Jan 1986 aged 65 years. Family may be entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HEMANA, Patrick | 204597 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 19532 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned at Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. M/O from NZRTU and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Apr 1953. A small group comprising Driver R.W. Milne, Driver W. Burgess, Driver P. Hemana, Corporal E.A. Priest, Driver R. Hakaraia, Driver C.H. Stansfield and Driver P.K. Derwin M/I to 10 Tpt Coy the same Day. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft at Iwakuni, travelled via Guam and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 210 days. Discharged 18 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HEMARA, Rangi | 211001 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Foxton 1 Mar 1929. Truck driver for Pukataki Sawmill, Taumarunui. He was a member of the RNZAF Cadets for one year. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to Active Service 11 Dec 1952. Emplaned Wellington 12 Feb 1953 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to 19 (NZ) Tpt Coy and entered Korea 23 Feb 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 22 Aug 1953 and was discharged to his unit on 7 Sep 1953. Accidentally injured and admitted to 25 Canadian FDS 28 Dec 1953. Discharged direct to unit 9 Jan 1954. Re-admitted 25 Canadian FDS 11 Jan 1954 and discharged direct to unit 5 Feb 1954. Went AWOL one day 18 hours and a few other minor offences. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Jul 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 13 Jul and admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15 Jul. Discharged 22 Jul 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll once more. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 173 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1270 was sent to his address in Foxton on 5 Apr 1957 but was unclaimed and returned to Base Records where it remains today. |
| HEMARA, Terry | 213036 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Born Foxton 26 Apr 1926. Freezing Worker Ocean Beach Freezing Works Bluff before attesting 22 Jun 1954 in Kayforce at Christchurch. Posted to RNZASC 27 Jul 1954. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954. M/I to his unit and entered Korea 2 Oct 1954. Found in a place prohibited y Routine Orders. This cost him 28 days pay. Admitted 43 US MASH 26 Jun 1955 and was discharged direct to unit 5 Jul 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 23–28 Sep 1955. Had further misdemeanours in Dec 1955 and Jan 1956. Granted 10 days R&R leave 22–31 Jan 1956. Granted a further 12-months extension of service dating from 25 Mar 1956. M/O 10 (NZ) Tpt Co and attached FAP to Brit Com Sub Area North 3 Mar 1956. CTBA and returned to his unit 10 Mar 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 18 Apr 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 May 1956 and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 8 May 1956. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Discharged 2 Jul 1956. |
| HEMARA, Thomas | 204135 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 23/07/2054 | Born Thames, NZ 15 Jun 1928. Employed by NZ Forest Service, Thames. Came from Tapu, Thames Coast. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan, deplaning Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 and disembarked Korea 10 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Sep 1951. Had several problems adhering to R&SOs and was committed to detention. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll (furlough) 25 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Dec 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952. Re-emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 for Korea and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea 23 Feb 1953 and was re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Committed more discipline breaches and was awarded several more days detention. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 3 Apr 1953. Accidentally injured (petrol burns to Left leg) TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base Camp 15 May 1953. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Jun 1953. Failed several more times to adhere to R&SOs. Admitted hospital again. Further medical care 6–29 Apr 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Jul 1954. Served overseas two years 242 days. Lost 60 days through detentions. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 17 Oct 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HENARE, Eru Ana | 204079 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/07/2053 | Born Rotorua 9 Jul 1924. Carpenter employed by Residential Construction, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 as a Driver on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 9 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep 1951 for Korea and disembarked 12 Sep. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Sep 1951. Had some problems with motor vehicles and was awarded 27 days in the Canadian Detention Barracks. Released to NZ Base HQ and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Attached FAP to HQ RASC 1 Comwel Div (NCO school) 9–28 Feb 1953. Returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953 but made more b reaches of R&SOs. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 4 Jul 1953. His family was advised flight delayed and he would not arrive until 9 Jul 1953. Deplaned Auckland 9 Jul 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 343 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Sep 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 12–13 Nov 1974 aged 50 years. The notification of death shows WWII Army service (with a note to say this is the only record of him) and his attestation states service in the Army for four years. Hs name does not appear in any WWII Embarkation Roll so this service may be wholly in NZ or he enlisted under another name. |
| HENDEN, Rex Campbell | 208214 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 14/03/2052 | Born Invercargill 8 May 1927. Lorry driver for Scargill Transport, Canterbury. Served in the RNZAF for five months with Service No 48574. Enlisted Christchurch. 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force and entered camp that day. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in Burnham Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin emplaning 10pm 24 Aug 1951 for Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. M/I NZRTU 28 Aug 1951 Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 4 Sep 1951 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 8 Sep 1951 and then M/I to NZRTU 9 Sep 1951. Involved in a Jeep accident at Nikko Park on 12 Sep 1951. Remains on Seriously Ill List. ETD Iwakuni 28 Jan 1952 for RTNZ for medical reasons. Admitted AMF Wing Repat Gen Hosp, Concord, Sydney 28 Jan 1952. Remained in hospital. Deplaned Auckland 14 Mar 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served 226 days in Korea. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jun 1952 and returned to Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 22 Aug 1956 aged 29 years. |
| HENDERSON, Albert James | 15596 | Mechanic (Engineer) 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whakatane 27 Dec 1937. He was employed as a yardman in Te Kuiti before entering the RNZN on 26 Jan 1956 as an Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Lachlan 17 Aug 1956 back to Philomel 25 Sep 1956 and back to Lachlan 3 Nov 1956. Was briefly in Philomel and was then drafted on 18 May 1957 to Royalist which sailed on 20 May 1957 from Auckland on the Second Commissioning voyage to Asia. Served in the Engineering Division and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class which was backdated to 26 Jan 1957. On RTNZ he served in Black Prince 25 Oct 1958–26 Apr 1959 in Philomel for a month then back to Black Prince 27 May–9 Jul 1959. Served in Royalist 10 Jul 1959–13 Apr 1960. He was back in Philomel 14 Apr 1960 and was discharged BNPS on 12 Aug 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HENDERSON, Desmond Clifford | 206031 | Signalman | Force HQ Sigs Detachment | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 25/04/2052 | Born Pahiatua 25 Jan 1929. Mechanic for hooper and Lowe, Feilding. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. He was trained at the School of Sigs, Trentham Camp and was posted to NZ Base HQ while in Waiouru. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O from NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 9 Aug 1951 to Brit Com Line of Coms Indep Sigs Sqn. Served in RNZ Sigs, Force HQ Sigs Troop. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 7 Feb 1952 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 8 Feb 1952. TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 23 Apr 1952 from RMA Ararangi ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 138 days. Discharged 13 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1273 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to and address in Feilding. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Fielding, 30 Sep 1993. Later awarded NZDSM but nothing is mentioned about NZOSM and KWSM. Died Fielding, 30 Sep 1993 aged 64 years. |
| HENDERSON, Graeme | 204080 | Driver | ? | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Dunedin 6 Jan 1929. Fur cutter for A Denby, Fur House, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. M/O Darwin 11pm 5 Sep 1951 and flown by Qantas to Japan, deplaning Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 disembarked Korea 10 Sep 1951 and posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O 9 Nov 1951 and attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Battle School Hara Mura (near Kure) for Physical & Recreational Training course. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 4 Dec 1951 and CTBA 1 Comwel Div Battle School. M/O and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 26 Jan 1952 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt 1 Feb 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 1 Jul 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to X(ii) List 10 Jul 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU 28 Sep 1952. Twice more admitted to hospital and was discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 19 Jan 1953 to NZ Base HQ and M/I to NZRTU 21 Feb 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU 11 Mar 1953. Twice breached R& SOs. TSFD to NZ Roll 5 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni and deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 314 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died New Plymouth 10 Aug 1980 aged 51 years. |
| HENDERSON, James Scott (Jim) | 11216 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Dunedin 16 Dec 1929. Was a farm worker before he entered the RNZN on 11 Jul 1946 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki where he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 16 Jan 1947. Drafted to Bellona 7 May 1947 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 16 Dec 1947 and to Able Seaman on 16 Jul 1948. Served in Lachlan 20 Apr 1949–1 Feb 1950. Drafted to Taupo 2 Feb–27 Apr 1950 and was sent to HMAS Rushcutter 9 May–23 Dec 1951. Drafted to Taupo 8 Jan 1951 but the ship was already in Japanese and Korean waters. Was in Rotoiti for passage to Japan and sailed via Raoul Island and Suva, Fiji to Kure, Japan. Joined Taupo as soon as the ships were in Sasebo together. Served on both west and east coasts of Korea and was at the Yang Do incident on 20 Feb 1952 when North Korean Troops attempted to establish themselves on the island of Yong Do. Promoted Leading Seaman during Tour. RTNZ via Hong Kong disembarking Devonport 21 Oct 1952. Back in NZ he was drafted to Bellona 26 Jan–6 Dec 1953. DEE from Philomel 15 Dec 1953. Later served as a Cadet Forces Officer. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Cadet Forces Medal and KWSM. Living in Dunedin in 2004. |
| HENDERSON, Louis Edward | 206117 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/02/2052 | Previous service in the RNZN. Came from Devonport, Auckland. Attested 29 Apr 1950 in KMB and after training embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Listed on Nominal Roll for RTNZ for medical reasons with ETD Iwakuni 10 Feb 1952. Flown back to NZ and deplaned Auckland 21 Feb 1952. Served overseas one year 73 days. Discharged 4 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and sent to Devonport, Auckland. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HENDERSON, Mervyn Thomas | 12081 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Beckenham, Christchurch, NZ on 11 Jul 1924. Was an employee of Off-Siding Mid-Canterbury Transport Co before he entered the RNZN on 3 Jun 1948 as an Assistant Cook. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 3 Apr 1949. Drafted to Bellona 22 Jun–21 Sep 1949 and then returned to Philomel and continued to serve in Tamaki or Philomel. Granted Leave Without Pay 27 Sep–14 Oct 1951. Returned to Tamaki but RUN 27 Nov 1951. Not recovered until 17 Oct 1952 when he was posted to Philomel still as Cook (Seamen). Drafted to Kaniere 11 Feb 1953 and sailed for service in Korea 2 Mar 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 but remained in Kaniere until drafted to Bellona 11 May 1954. Returned to Philomel 27 May 1954. DEE 2 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal (2 Mar 1954) and UN Korea Medal (23 Jul 1953). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HENDERSON, Raymond James | 208624 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/06/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Came from Orari approximately halfway between Ashburton and Timaru. Enlisted during Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas or BCPA to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned 27 Feb 1954 at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 3 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 233 days. Discharged 7 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1277 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Orari, Timaru. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HENDERSON, Raymond Percival | 710500 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 21/05/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Carterton 22 May 1931. Served in 6th CMT intake and then as a TF soldier in 2 Fd Sqn, RNZE. Carpenter for Wellington Education Board. M/O from 2 Fd Sqn on TSFR to Kayforce. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 8.30am, 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then flew by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 2 Jun 1953, entered Korea 4 Jun and M/I to his unit. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 7 Jun 1952, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 30 Aug 1954. Went AWOL 5 Jul–8 Jul 1954 apparently while in hospital. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 10–23 Sep 1954 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ and then to NZRTU. Further misdemeanours inter alia breaking out of camp just before emplanement. Posted to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Jan 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 238 days. Not fit for civil occupation until treatment in Wellington and Masterton completed. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Oct 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Carterton 28 Oct 2016 aged 85 years. Buried Clareville Cemetery, Carterton. |
| HENDERSON, William Anthony | 14120 | Stoker | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Greymouth, West Coast. South Island on 6 Aug 1934. Employed as a trucker before he entered the RNZN on 24 Jan 1952 as a Stoker. Underwent training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 24 Jan 1953. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 but he remained in his ship until 2 Nov 1953. Served in Philomel 3 Nov 1953–14 Apr 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 20 Sep 1954 and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Discharged BNPS 6 Jul 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HENDERSON, William Robert Boyne | 206679 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/04/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Petone, Lower Hutt, 25 Sep 1930. Previous service in Naval Reserve. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned on Teal flight from Wellington on 19 Apr 1952 to Sydney Australia. Travelled to Iwakuni, on Qantas flight. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Gunner. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 30 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Def Stoker Mechanic and KWSM. Living at Frankton, Hamilton. Died peacefully at Waikato Hospital 7 Mar 2019 aged 88 years. |
| HENDRIKSEN, Arthur Carl | 34570 | Sapper | 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 06/04/2054 | 12/05/2055 | Born New Plymouth 24 Mar 1932. Grocery assistant. Attested as a Sapper Regular Force 26 May 1950. He applied for an apprenticeship in the trade of Carpenter and Joiner but owing to uncertainty on medical grounds, Wharf duties and leave had only been able to complete 11 hours at the trade. He was TSFD to the Territorial Force at his own request 30 Dec 1952. Carpenter in Hamilton. Attested in Kayforce 9 Dec 1953. Posted to RNZA and sent to Linton Camp for Corps Trg. Emplaned as a Sapper, Auckland, 6 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 18 Apr 1954 to 28 Fd Engr Regt (RE). CTBA to 28 Fd Engr Regt, posted from NZ Base HQ to 16 Fd Regt 25 Jun 1954 and TSFD from RNZE to RNZA. Entered Korea 26 Jul 1954 and M/I to his unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 25 Jan–15 Feb 1955 Discharged Brit Com Gen Hosp 16 Apr 16 Apr 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 29 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni on Qantas for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Harewood 12 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 39 days. Discharged 23 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Wellington 28 Dec 1983 aged 51 years old. His brother Jack was serving in the RF as a Craftsman RNZEME at A&G workshops Trentham Camp when Arthur RTNZ from Korea. |
| HENDRY, Wilmot | 203627 | 2nd Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Mosgiel, Otago, 16 Jun 1926. Graduate Trainee teacher, Auckland, Education Board. Gained BA in History, Language and Political Philosophy. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Attended OCTU in Papakura and continued in Waiouru Camp. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde as 2nd Lieutenant, at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 20 Feb 1951 and M/I to his unit 24 Feb 1951. Admitted BCOF Gen Hosp 7–14 May 1951 and discharged to NZ Base HQ and to NZRTU. Returned to 16 Fd Regt 16 Jul 1951. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant and then to Lieutenant 13 Nov 1951. Admitted to CDS Tokyo 8–12 Jan 1952 and discharged to 16 Fd Regt attached to King’s Own Scottish Borderers as an artillery observer and fire controller. “On the night of the 5th/6th April, 1952, ‘A’ Company, 1st Battalion, King’s own Scottish Borderers, came under enemy attack. This was preceded by heavy bombardment by some 2,000 shells falling on the Company area. Lieutenant Wilmot Hendry was manning the Artillery Observation Post with the Company. Despite the fact that the Observation Post received several direct hist and was also subject to low trajectory fire from self-propelled guns, Lieutenant Hendry remained calmly at his post. By his watchful attention to the task–in complete disregard for his own safety–it was possible for the guns to bring down accurate and telling fire on the main body of the enemy, with the result that only limited numbers reached the Company position. During a most difficult period he was successful in maintaining excellent communications. When the enemy did close and the Platoon in which he was located was in hand-to-hand-conflict he continued to pass his fire orders with the utmost precision and calmness. Later, when the opportunity permitted, he joined in the grenade fight, cheering those around him. The Calmness, attention to duty and contempt of danger displayed by this officer had a most standing and encouraging effect on all around him. There is no doubt that on this night the accurate and well-placed artillery fire broke up what could have developed into a dangerous attack. Considerable credit must be given to Lieutenant Hendry.” The Queen has been graciously pleased, on the advice of Her Majesty's Ministers in New Zealand, to approve the following immediate award in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea:– The Military Cross, as Lieutenant (London Gazette, 20 Apr 1951 (15 Jul 1952) ). Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 24 Jun 1952). M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll.29 Jul 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Posted to the Reserve of Officers General List. TSFD from Reserve of Officers General List to Hastings High School Cadet Battalion 5 Feb 1954 in the rank of Lieutenant with seniority from 13 Nov 1951. Medals offered for sale by Military Memorabilia during Feb 1999. Issued NZOSM and KWSM 20 Jun 2002. |
| HENING, Brian James (Mo) | 12912 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Wellington 27 Oct 1930. Electrician's apprentice and mate. Entered RNZN on 3 Feb 1949 as a Probationary EM. His training was conducted in Tamaki. Further training was undertaken in Philomel 14 Apr 1949–2 Feb 1950. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 5 Oct 1949. Served in Bellona 5 Oct 1949–10 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 11 Aug 1951–25 Jan 1953 and sailed from Auckland 28 Aug 1951 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 14 Oct 1952. Served mainly on west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952. Served in Black Prince 26 Jan–12 May 1953 and was in the crew which took this ship to Britain for the Royal Review after the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Served in HMS Collingwood 13 May 1953–30 Dec 1953. HMS Collingwood became the School of Electrical Engineering in 1946 and took over the training of all officers and ratings, excepting the Fleet Air Arm, in the maintenance of electrical and radio equipment in the Fleet. Reverted to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 27 Nov 1953 and went back to Maori. RTNZ in Jan 1954 and served in Philomel, Tui and Kiwi. DEE 4 Dec 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HENLY, Norman Lindsay | 12861 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Petworth, Sussex, UK, 19 Dec 1922. Employed as a shop assistant before he entered the RN on 22 Jan 1940 with Service No P/MX 714358. He served in the Royal Marines Service No P/X4712 from 29 Jun 1943–12 Apr 1945, TSFD to RN 13 Apr 1953 and changed trade to Stoker 4 Nov 1948. He then served in HMS Raleigh and was then drafted to HMS Loch Fada (frigate). Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 4 Aug 1949 then to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic (Local) on 17 Jul 1950 and then to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 4 Aug 1952. He was sent to join HMS Morecombe Bay (anti-aircraft frigate) from 20 Dec 1951 based in HMS Tamar (Hong Kong). Released from the RN on 28 Jun 1953 to join the RNZN. Entered the RNZN on 29 Jun 1953 on a six-year engagement in HMNZS Hawea while at HMS Tamar as a Stoker Mechanic and advanced the following day to Leading Stoker Mechanic. Hawea RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 and Leading Stoker Mechanic Henly then served in Philomel, Lachlan and Hawea. Drafted to Black Prince 14 Jan 1955. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 30 Dec 1954 then to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 19 May 1955 and to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 30 Dec 1955. Drafted to Kaniere on 26 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 to serve with the British Pacific Fleet in Korean waters. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but he stayed in Kaniere until drafted to Tamaki 9 Nov 1957. Later served in Kaniere again, then Rotoiti and advanced to Acting Chief Mechanician (Engineering) (Local) on 18 Jan 1962 and to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) on 23 Apr 1962. Discharged to RA 13 Mar 1964. His WWII Awards are not known. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| HENNINGS, Frederick Charles | 204218 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 11/11/2053 | Previous service in the Army. Attested 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea late Aug or early Sep 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 163 Bty. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 for RTNZ via Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 11 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 31 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei 18 Dec 2004. |
| HENNUM, Robert Bernard | 206318 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2052 | Born Hastings, NZ 12 Apr 1925. Farmhand. Served in the RNZAF with Service No 439277 from 18 Jun 1943 to 26 Sep 1945. Served in Aircrew Section at Omaka and Ardmore stations. TSFD to the RNZAF Clas ‘C’ Reserve 26 Sep 1945. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Freezing Worker for Hawkes Bay Farmers’ Meat Coy, Whakatu. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt while in Waiouru Camp. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Promoted Lance Bombardier 6 Dec 1950. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in 161 Bty. Promoted Bombardier 7 Jan 1951 but reverted to Gunner at own request 29 Jun 1951. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 5 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. Discharged 20 Oct 1952. Returned initially to Poukawa, Hastings. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Levin, 3 Apr 1994 aged 69 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HENRIKSEN, Peter William | 32726 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/10/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Auckland?15 Jun 1930. Serving Regular Force soldier. Attested in Regular Force 21 Jul 1948. Posted to Kayforce 8th Reinforcements on TSFR from NZ Coy RNZASC 6 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 6 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney for passage to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 26 Oct 1953, entered Korea 27 Oct and M/I to his unit 28 Oct 1953. A Regimental entry caused a delay of four years for the award of the LS&GC Medal 18 years later. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Cy to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 47 days. SOS Kayforce 10 Jan 1955 and reposted to Regular Force. Served in NZSAS in Malaya May 1955–Feb 1958. Served in ND Coy Feb 1958–Jun 1964. Served in 1 Tpt Coy Static Section. Promoted Sergeant 17 Dec 1965. Final Posting was in Fort Cautley Pl, Devonport. Discharged from the Regular Force 2 Nov 1974. Awarded UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ and LS&GC approved 2 Oct 1972. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). UN Korea Medal with incorrect service number offered by Webb’s Auctioneers March 2014. |
| HENRY, Albert David | 710430 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Dunedin 31 Jan 1931. Watersider, Port Employers Assn, Wellington. CMT Enlistment 10 Jun 1952. TSFD to and was attested 17 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Attached FAP to C.D. Ammo Depot 21 Sep–7 Oct 1954. Emplaned 12 Oct 1954 at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam and Iwo Jima. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Oct 1954 and entered Korea the next day. Attached FAP NZ base HQ to attend a Cooking Course 19 Jul–14 Aug 1955 and returned to his unit. Granted nine days R&R leave 29 Oct–6 Nov 1955 inclusive. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 178 days. Discharged 2 Jun 1956 and joined Regular Force. Served in Malaya in D Coy, 1 Bn NZ Regt. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (CMT, R) and PJM. Later served in Lieutenant Colonel Gurr’s Bn 10 Nov 1963 to 24 Nov 19655. Served in Malaya on the Thai-Malaya border and in Borneo. Awarded GSM 1962 with ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’ clasps. RTNZ on flight NSL 38. Posted to Static Platoon, 1 Tpt Coy, Papakura Camp. Later Lance Corporal at Ngaruawahia Platoon, 1 Transport Company. Discharged from Ngaruawahia 10 Jul 1968. Became a Three Star cook 10 Nov 1967 and ceased service with the Regular Force 10 Jul 1968 and was posted to the Reserve. |
| HENRY, Charles William (Charlie) | 204002 | Signalman | Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 13/01/2055 | Born Mangonui, Northland 20 Nov 1929. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for the sea trip to Pusan. Posted to D Troop, 1 Comwel Div Signals on entry to Korea. Also served in NZ Base Signals Unit. RTNZ 31 Dec 1952 on furlough and re-embarked for Korea 25 Feb 1953. Also drove ration trucks during his tour overseas. Granted a 3-month extension dating from 30 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Discharged 17 May 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Returned to Lake Ohia, Northland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, also NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Ranfurly Home, Three Kings, Auckland, 28 Dec 2010 aged 81 years. |
| HENRY, Colin William Victor | 34963 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/08/2052 | 10/07/2054 | Born circa 1928. Came from Dunedin. Regular Force soldier. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 30 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA to Japan deplaning Iwakuni, 4 Sep 1952. M/I to NZ Reinf Training Unit on deplanement. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt. Battery and trade not known. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 14 May 1953 and returned to unit. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 10 Jul 1954. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 10 Sep 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Living in Alexandra 2002. Died Reefton 9 Aug 2008 aged 80 years. |
| HENRY, Douglas Albert | 12401 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Liverpool, Lancashire, UK. 12 Jul 1914. Employed as a motor engineer before he entered the RN on 17 Oct 1933 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No C/KX 83392. Underwent basic training in Pembroke and served in several large ships before WWII including Valiant (battleship) on 6 Apr 1934–25 Jul 1935, Ramillies (battleship) 26 Jul 25–24 Aug 1936, York (heavy cruiser) Oct 1936–Jun 1939 and Hotspur (destroyer) to Dec 1939. He was in Pembroke and Dolphin while awaiting posting to his next ship Hurricane (destroyer) from 13 Jun 1940–27 Apr 1941. Hurricane was involved in convoy protection and rescued survivors from SS City of Benares with convoy OB213 which was torpedoed by U–48 with heavy loss of life amongst the passengers including children being evacuated to Canada and SS Marina in Sep 1940. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) 31 Mar 1941. In 1941–42 he served in Heythrop (escort destroyer) in the Mediterranean on convoy escorts from Gibraltar to Malta and from Alexandria to Malta. Heythrop was hit by a torpedo from U–652 10 miles NE Bardia. Fifteen of the crew died but the rest were TSFD by boat to Eridge before she sunk. He was then stationed in Nile (Alexandria) Assegai (near Durban, South Africa). Doug Henry returned to Britain and served in Sandhurst (depot ship at Londonderry) and advanced to Acting Stoker Petty Officer (Temporary) 6 Nov 1943. He later served in Burdock (corvette) and then served briefly in Bicester (escort destroyer). He is next shown in Euroclydon (Royal Naval Barracks in Malta) and was then in Golden Hind II serving in the vessel Moon (minesweeper). Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 18 Jan 1946 and was discharged from the Royal Fleet Reserve on 3 Oct 1948 for enlistment in the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Cook III as a Stoker Mechanic 4 Oct 1948 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on the following two-days. Came from Britain to NZ in Kaniere and was drafted to Pukaki on 8 Feb 1949. He remained in Pukaki and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. Served in Philomel 23 Dec 1950–21 Aug 1951. Drafted to Taupo 22 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1953 to return to Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 and then served in Bellona until 15 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954–15 Jan 1956. During this period of his service he again sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for service in Korea, this time with the British Far East Fleet. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 19 Mar 1955. Kaniere RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. He then served in Philomel and Mako and was DEE to RA on 3 Oct 1958. He was awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France & Germany’ clasp), War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HENRY, Herman J | 204766 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 02/11/2057 | Born Waimanoni 27 Nov 1927. Employed by Auckland Gas Co, as a driver. Enlisted 2 Nov 1955. Emplaned 10 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and travelled via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, Hiro, Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Jan 1956. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956. Entered Korea 23 Jan 1956. Posted to NZ Tpt Platoon 1 May 1956. Had some difficulty adhering to R&SOs. Served at Edinburgh Camp, Inchon. Served overseas one year 297 days. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Jan 1958. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Onehunga, Auckland, 14 Jan 2000 aged 72 years. |
| HENRY, James Thomas | 204247 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/05/2052 | 09/12/2053 | Born Gisborne 2 Dec 1929. Previous service in the RNZAF for 2.5 years as a Leading Aircraftman. Attested 10 Jan 1951 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 21 May 1952. Attached FAP tp CATC Inchon to attend a course of instruction 1–22 Feb 1953 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Failed to adhere to R&SOs on several occasions. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 4 Nov 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8.45am on 9 Dec 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. SOS Kayforce 8 Feb 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HENRY, Jerry | 204758 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/01/2055 | 10/08/2057 | Born Arapuni 9 Jun 1929. Linesman for Auckland Electric Power Board. Attested in Kayforce 1 Sep 1954. Trained for Korea in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Posted to RNZASC 22 Oct 1954. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jan 1955 in RNZAF Hastings at Auckland for travel to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 7 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Jan 1955 and entered Korea 12 Jan 1955. M/O to his unit 14 Jan 1955. Granted 9 days R&R leave 3 to 12 Nov 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to ‘8th Army’ HQ, Seoul 2–11 Mar 1956, CTBA and returned to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 15 May 1956. Granted a further 12-months extension of service in Korea dating from 7 Jul 1965. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal ‘A’ Tpt Pl while Section 2i/c 24 Oct 1956 and to Lance Corporal 13 Mar 1957. Three times AWOL in Mar and Apr 1957 and was awarded a severe reprimand on each occasion. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug and RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 10 Aug 1957 on a RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas two years 220 days. Discharged 4 Dec 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HENRY, Peter Richard | 300079 | Lance Corporal | Base Ordnance Depot | RNZAOC | 19/02/2056 | 31/08/2056 | Born 20 Nov 1931 possibly in Tauranga. Enlisted in the RF ex TF soldier in 1 Hauraki Regt. Served in RNZAOC at Ngaruawahia Camp wef 6 Nov 1950. Was involved in Wharf Emergency Jun and Jul 1951. Served in ND Ordnance Depot Sylvia Park. Seconded to Kayforce for duty on stocking project at BOD Japan for 6–8 months. Emplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1956 on Teal flight to Sydney. M/I to Brit Com Sub Area at Tokyo on deplanement in Japan 24 Feb 1956. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot 28 Feb 1956. M/I to NZ Component BCFK and CTBA to Brit Com BOD 25 Aug 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Aug 1956. RTNZ by civil air deplaning Auckland 31 Aug 1956 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 21 Sep 1956 and reposted to his former unit (NDOD) in the RF. Served overseas 195 days. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Reported for duty 22 Sep 1956. Later Corporal, RNZAOC, Central Ordnance Depot. Discharged at own request 20 Mar 1971 having completed 20 years 134 days service. Died 12 Feb 1972 aged 41 years possibly at Otara. |
| HENRY, Reuben | 208793 | Driver | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/08/2052 | 12/04/2053 | Previous service in BCOF, Japan. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.58. Shown as 811932, Sapper, NZE, Labourer from Paeroa. Next-of-kin Mr A Henry (father) Patetonga, Hauraki Plains. Had moved to Morrinsville prior to joining Kayforce. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney, then flown by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 9 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 12 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 25 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HENRY, Ronald Coleman | 204248 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/05/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Awanui, Northland 13 Sep 1931. Wool classer at Buckland Co, Wool Store. Lived in Devonport, Auckland. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 17 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU 21 May 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the N Z Roll 1 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 4 Nov 1953. Breached military discipline four times during his time in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Jan 1954. Served overseas one year 237 days. SOS Kayforce 6 Mar 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Understood to have died in 1977 aged about 46 years. |
| HENRY, Tau | 204379 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Parakao, Northland. Worked on father’s farm at Pakotai and was a labourer at Mangatapere Dairy Co, Whangarei. Attested 23 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Jun 1952 as an Arty driver. Made a small number of errors which cost time and money. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 13 Nov 1953. Embarked on SS Taiping and sailed from Kobe Japan on 29 Jan 1954 travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (north Borneo) to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1954 and was due to be discharged. Applied to return to Korea, was accepted as a Gunner and re-emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1954. Deplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Jun 1954 and re-enter Korea 27 Jun 1954. Made a few more errors the day before he M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation. Embarked on HMT New Australia 10 Nov 1954. Completed the journey to deplane Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal (Flight 3) ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 57 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HENRY, Thomas Douglas | 34944 | Temporary Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 27/05/2053 | Born Lower Hutt 25 Dec 1926. Served in RNZAF for a six-month period before the war's end with Service No 452217. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Joined Regular Force as an Instructor 26 Feb 1951. Came from Pareora near Timaru. TSFD to Kayforce, 3rd Reinforcements. Left NZ as a Temporary Lance Corporal. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Reverted to Driver 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to his unit 28 Mar 1952. Attached FAP J.R.B.D. for Cooks Course 10 Apr 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, 25 May–6 Jun 1952 and was returned to J.R.B.D. Cooks Course on release from hospital. Returned to 10 Tpt Coy 14 Jul 1952. Admitted 26 Brit Fd Amb 12 Aug 1952 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp Kure. Discharged from hospital 3 Sep 1952 but remained on the X-List. Attached FAP Brit Com Leave Centre 7–19 Jan 1953. Remained at NZ Base HQ for the remainder of his time in Korean service. To be Lance Corporal 25 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Remained under medical treatment for some time. SOS Kayforce 22 Sep 1953 and re-posted to Regular Force. Discharged at his own request upon payment 5 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HENSLEIGH, David Roger | 327876 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Serving Regular Force soldier. Came from Devonport. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Janan and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battery not known. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 18 Oct 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Napier, 6 Mar 1996. |
| HENWOOD, John Trevor | 208557 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Born Christchurch 15 Aug 1926. He was a fireman for the NZ Railways Dept then employed in the Nelson Freezing Works. Attested 14 Jan 1952 as a member of the 1st Replacement Draft. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, entered Korea 5 Jun 1952 and M/I attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy to 5 Jun 1952. M/O to 16 Fd Regt 6 Jun 1952 and CTBA 10 Tpt Coy 16 Jun 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 16 Fd Regt 18 Nov 1953 and remained on the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 8 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 196 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Feb 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Ceert. No.1287 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Richmond, Nelson. Attested for RF service 19 Jan 1959 and served briefly in 2 Constr Sqn and 6 Indep Fd Sqn, RNZE. Discharged from RF 1960. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. His family later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 14 Sep 1981 aged 56 years. |
| HEPBURN, Donald James | 13522 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Napier, 25 Jul 1932. Employed as a postman before he entered the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 and, like several others at that time was sent on Leave Without Pay, because the training staff were on leave. He returned to Tamaki 18 Jan 1951 to do his initial training. Drafted to Bellona 12 Sep 1951 for his first sea service and advanced to Able Seaman on 18 Jul 1952. Served in Philomel 12 Jan–26 Jul 1953 and was then sent to HMAS Watson to attend a training course. 30 Jul–5 Nov 1953. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Tamaki until drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954. Sailed from Auckland 19 Jul 1954 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. RTNS 23 Jul 1955 but remained in the ship until 24 Nov 1955 served in Philomel and was then drafted to Black Prince 23 Jan–4 Oct 1956. Drafted to Hawea 5 Oct 1956–3 Feb 1957. Discharged 8 Feb 1957 SNLR. It is not known if he received any medallic awards. |
| HEPERI, Kenneth McKenzie | 204545 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/07/2053 | 01/04/2055 | Born Rangiahua, Hokianga 5 Aug 1924. Clerk for Forest Products, Tokoroa. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while in training. At Tac School Waiouru to Attend Kayforce OCTU 16 Mar–23 Apr 1953. Did not qualify. Emplaned Wellington 19 Jul 1953 as Driver on Teal flight 29 Jul 1953 for Japan via Sydney. Continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 1 Aug 1953. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 10 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 25 Oct 1953 and attached FAP 1 Jan 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 2 Nov 1953 and to Temporary Corporal 4 Dec 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 15 Jun 1954. Reverted to Driver 15 Jun 1956, promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 15 Jun 1956 Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 9 Aug 1954, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and discharged to NZRTU 26 Aug 1954. Reverted to Lance Corporal 8 Sep 1954, promoted to Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 25 Sep 1954. M/I 10 Tpt Coy 21 Sep 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Mar 1955. Promoted Sergeant 5 Mar 1955. M/I to Base HQ 8 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 247 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HEPI, Charles Pomare | 34122 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born Kaikohe 30 Apr 1930. Driver and Labourer at Southdown Freezing Works, Auckland. Attested 27 Jul 1954 in Kayforce. Posted to RNZASC 8 Sep 1954 in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for passage to Sydney. Continued to Japan via Townsville, snd Port Moresby. Turned back to Townsville because of an outbreak of Measles on the flight. Several members on this flight were hospitalised in Townsville. The flight continued and personnel deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954. Entered Korea 12 Nov 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 1–9 May 1955 and was discharged direct to unit. Had some problems adhering to Mil Rules and orders. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal (2i/c Section) 1 Jan 1956 and to Lance Corporal 1 Mar 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. M/O to NZ Base HQ 27 Apr 1956 on Japan tour BCFK Rugby Touring team. M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 May 1956 on completion of the Rugby tour. Remains on NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956 from a RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 212 days. Discharged 17 Jul 1956 and was posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HEPI, Nepia | 301547 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/10/2054 | 24/05/2056 | Born KawaKawa Northland 9 Dec 1930. Farm Labourer at Ohaewai. He was in the 11th Intake CMT and was posted to 1 Bn Northland Regt. M/O to Kayforce 15 Jun 1954 and attested 16 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC. Went AWOL three times during training, Emplaned 6 Oct 1954 as a Driver for travel by Teal to Sydney and Japan by civil flight via Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 13 Oct 1954 and M/I to this unit 14 Oct 1954. He was involved in the BCFK Boxing Tournament 21 Jul–1 Aug 1955 and later the Japan tour BCFK Rugby Touring team 27 Apr–7 May 1956. However he built a record of misdemeanours outside these times. M/O to NZ Component BCFK and remained on the NZ Roll 15 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 24 May 1956. Served overseas one year 232 days. Discharged 18 Jul 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HEPI, Pouaka (Boxer) | 204464 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Russell 18 Mar 1930. He was a farmer at Whangaruru South and came from Hikurangi. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 17 Apr 1952. Posted to RNZA 15 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Attended a cooking and catering course at Mandora Camp (Hiro) 25 Oct–6 Dec 1952. He passed this course. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Also attended another cooks course 4 Apr–5 Jun 1953 at Brit T.R.B.D Hiro. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 4 Apr 1953 and attached FAP to attend JRBD Cooking Course. Went on course with three other New Zealanders. Gunners H.D. Webb, T.N. Stonell and G.C. Thorne. Highest rank achieved Temporary Bombardier 14 Dec 1953. He also built a catalogue of misdemeanours. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 27 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 22 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 320 days. SOS Kayforce 25 Aug 1954 and was posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Joined RF 9 Jan 1950 and was discharged at his own request 21 Aug 1951 having completed 28 days detention. |
| HEPPLESTON, Albert Douglas | 15527 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 4 Aug 1940. Enlisted in the RNZN 19 Jan 1956 as a Boy 2nd Class. Initial training undertaken in Tamaki. Advanced to Junior Seaman 20 Dec 1956. Drafted to Royalist on 3 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 4 Feb 1958. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. He then served in Black Prince and Kaniere but RUN 5 Jan 1959. He was recovered and sent back to Philomel and then back to Kaniere. Advanced to Able Seaman 20 May 1959. Also served in Royalist again and Lachlan. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Later entitled to NZDSM (R) and PJM. Died at Horowhenua Hospital, Levin on 20 Feb 2000 |
| HERANGI, Matutaera (Fonz) | 204522 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 23/12/2052 | 03/07/2054 | Born 18 Feb 1932. Came from Ngaruawahia. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere for passage to Sydney and onto Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952. Travelled by ship from Sasebo to Korea and entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. Also served in 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Was involved with rebuilding a damaged telephone line across a minefield when Signalman Kapa was severely injured by the explosion of a mine outside the marked safe lane area in a minefield. It had been thought that the area was safe although unproven. RTNZ 6 Jul 1954 and was to take his discharge however re-embarked for Korea on 2 Sep 1954. Served in C Troop 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt, then TSFD to 16 Fd Regt to rebuild numbers of that unit. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jul 1955. Living at Ngaruawahia in 1996. Pictured in K Force Despatches, May 2000 p.29 as a “fearsome worrier”. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Turangawaewae, Ngaruawahia 24 Apr 2005 aged 73 years. |
| HERBERT, Allen Maurice | 301662 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/08/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Hokianga 16 Jun 1930. Labourer at Auckland Farmers’ Freezing Coy. Southdown. Attested 12 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements as a Signalman. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 25 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Aug 1953. Attached FAP to Canadian NZO School 28 Feb–11 Apr 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 May 1954, Temporary Bombardier 17 Aug 1954 and to Bombardier 20 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 102 days. Discharged 13 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Mangere, Auckland, 24 Aug 1987 aged 57 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM |
| HERBERT, Arthur William | 15130 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Tauranga 14 May 1938. His home was Upper Atiamuri and he worked as a junior mill-hand before starting his naval service. Entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 3 Jun 1954. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 1 Nov 1954. Drafted to Pukaki on 14 Apr 1955 and sailed from Auckland 28 Apr 1955 to serve as part of the 4th Frigate Sqn, British Eastern Fleet in Malayan and Korean waters. Served in Korean waters mainly on the west coast. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 14 Aug 1956 just after his RTNZ from Korea waters. Also served in Malayan waters during the Emergency. On RTNZ served in Black Prince 22 Aug 1956–28 Mar 1957 and advanced to Able Seaman 14 Jan 1957. Drafted to Lachlan 29 Apr–10 Oct 1957. Served in Philomel 11 Oct 1957–13 Mar 1958 and was then drafted to Stawell 14 Mar–29 Jun 1958, to Philomel and back to Stawell 2 Aug 1958. Drafted to Irirangi 27 Oct 1959 and returned to Philomel 6 Apr 1960. Sent to the UK 4 Jun 1960 and was drafted to Otago 22 Jun 1960 to be one of the crew to sail her to NZ. Also served in Pukaki a second time and Rotoiti 6 Dec 1961–6 Jun 1963. Also served in COMAUCK 26 Jun 1963–4 May 1964. DEE 13 May 1964. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R). Died Napier 24 Jul 2008 aged 70 years. |
| HERBERT, Barney | 204081 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Waiomio, Northland 5 Sep 1926. Mill Hand at Mata Lime works, Whangarei. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 1 Jan 5 Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 8 Sep 1951 as a driver. Did not adhere to R&SOs. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Was supposed to emplane but went AWOL and was TSFD to a later flight. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 23–27 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged 28 May 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea, UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HERBERT, Colin Walter Joseph (Wally) | 211317 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ/ 28 Fd Engr Regt | RNZE | 10/02/2054 | 24/11/2054 | Born Dunedin 12 Mar 1921. Served during WWII in 2 NZEF. Embarked Wellington 11 Dec 1942 on HMT 55 and disembarked Egypt 5 Jan 1943. M/O from RNZEME Reinforcements to NZ Div Engr Reinforcements. Served in 7 (NZ) Fd Coy, NZE. Embarked Alexandria 7 Oct 1943. Admitted 4 NZ MDS Italy 11 Feb 1944. Discharged NZ Conv Depot 23 Mar 1944. M/O to Adv Base Italy 25 Mar 1944. Attached FAP HQ 2 NZEF Div Engrs 18 Nov 1944. Posted from 7 Fd Coy to HQ 2NZ Div Engrs 31 Jan 1945. Promoted Corporal 3 Feb 1945. Also served briefly in 6 (NZ) Fd Coy. M/O and disembarked Egypt 13 Sep 1945. Embarked Egypt on TS Mooltan for RTZ 21 Nov 1945 and disembarked Wellington 25 Dec 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Wally was a clerk at the P&T Dept., Wellington. Attested 23 Sep 1953 in Kayforce. Went to SME, Linton Camp for Corps Training 18 Nov–8 Dec 1953. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 20 Feb 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to 28 Fd Engr Regt 24 Feb 1954. M/O NZ Base HQ, posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZE to RNZA and CTBA 28 Fd Engr Regt 25 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 Jul 1954, Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 1 Oct 1954 and to Bombardier 25 Oct 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked HMT New Australia, departing Pusan on 10 Nov 1954. Travelled by Teal flight from Brisbane to deplane Auckland 24 Nov 1954 from Teal (Flight 7). Served overseas 288 days. Discharged from Kayforce 1 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and is entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. He later sought an appointment in the RF and stated inter alia, “I had four and a half years National Service in the Engineers in New Zealand, Middle East and Italy. On the completion of same I received my discharge as a full Corporal. Later I volunteered for Korea and once more was posted to the Engineers until all smaller units were disbanded and TSFD to the 16th NZA [sic] Regt. I gained the rank of Bombardier and was due to be promoted to Sergeant when it was decided to bring the Regt back to New Zealand. During my service with the Regt., I was in charge of all controlled stores in the Quartermasters Store.” Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Wellington Chest Hospital 20 Mar 1980 after a long illness aged 59 years |
| HERBERT, Rawiri Timoti | 11391 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Thames 28 Mar 1928. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 6 Feb 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent initial training in Tamaki until 23 Oct 1957. Drafted to Bellona 24 Jul 1947 and advanced to Able Seaman 6 Feb 1948. Served in Philomel 22 Sep 1948–12 May 1949. Drafted to Kaniere 13 May 1949–12 May 1950. Served in Bellona or Philomel rotating between each 11 Feb 1950–1 Jun 1951. Drafted to Taupo on 2 Jun 1951–6 Nov 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Taupo was mainly involved on patrols on the east and west coasts of Korea and was involved in some shore bombardments on the east coast shooting at rail bridges and tunnels. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 and completed his engagement in Philomel. DEE 5 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HERCOCK, Cyril David | 211048 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 21/05/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born Carterton 23 Jul 1929. Enlisted circa Sep 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinf. Emplaned Auckland 8.30am, 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then flew by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953. M/O from NZRTU to the Div Sigs Sqn which became part of 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and served in the NZ Section. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 4 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 188 days. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jan 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1295 sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Carterton. Died Himitangi Beach, near Palmerston North, 11 Oct 1996 aged 67 years. Buried Kelvin Grove Cemetery. |
| HERCOCK, Rex Charleston | 206780 | Lance Bombardier | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Carterton 18 Sep 1926. Locomotive fireman from Palmerston North. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight (Ararangi) to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 29 Jul 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Served in 162 Bty. Attached FAP to CATC, Inchon 29 Mar–19 Apr 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 Jun 1953. Was able to continue his studies for 2nd Class Engine Driver's Certificate through a correspondence course while in Korea. Attached FAP Royal Warwickshire Regt 4–22 Oct 1953 and was promoted Temporary Bombardier 8 Oct 1953 while with that unit. Promoted Bombardier 21 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 28 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 280 days. Discharged 1 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Went back to Palmerston North and worked for NZ Railways, Locomotive Department. Died Palmerston North, 20 Sep 2004, aged 78 years. A funeral service was held on 27 Sep 2004. |
| HERD, Ian Lester | 13670 | Driver | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 23/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Blenheim 24 Apr 1936. Was a member of the Blenheim College Cadets. Entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 24 May 1951. His training was conducted in Tamaki. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 11 Oct 1951 and to Signalman Boy 15 May 1952. Drafted to Black Prince as Signalman Boy on 16 Jan 1953 and advanced to Ordinary Signalman on 24 Oct 1953. Attended more classes for training in Philomel and was drafted to Pukaki 19 Mar 1955 and sailed in her for service in Korean waters from Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. Also served at Irirangi and in Kaniere 11 Oct 1957–5 Jul 1959 before being drafted to Wakefield at Naval HQ in Wellington. Drafted to Philomel 12 May 1961 and advanced to Acting Chief Yeoman of Signals on 1 Nov 1961. Served in Royalist 27 Nov 1961–9 Feb 1962, Philomel again then Royalist again 12 Mar 1962–14 Aug 1963. He returned to Philomel on 15 Aug 1963 and advanced to Chief Yeoman the same day. He also served in Tamaki, Wakefield, Royalist yet again from 20 Nov 1964–30 Jan 1966 and served in Malaysian waters during Confrontasi. His final posting was to Tamaki. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’, Naval LS& GC Medal (wef 24 Apr 1969 with gratuity) NZDEFSM (R) and PJM. Discharged to RA 23 Apr 1973 as Chief Yeoman of Signals. Living at Auckland circa 2006. |
| HERD, Jeffrey William | 208268 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Came from Blenheim. Enlisted during Apr 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Deplaned Harewood 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HERD, John Trevor | 11478 | Stoker | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington on 10 Aug 1929. He attended the Whanganui Technical College for two years and then worked on his father’s farm before joining RNZN on 8 May 1947 as a Stoker 2nd Class. Served in Tamaki, Philomel, Bellona, Kaniere, Bellona again, Rotoiti and in an appointment in the Reserve Fleet before he was drafted on 29 Nov 1951 to Rotoiti. He had advanced from Stoker Mechanic on 8 Mar 1948, Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 8 Sep 1949 and to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 8 Sep 1951. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 8 Sep 1952. Rotoiti RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. He was back in Philomel on 17 Apr 1953 where he qualified for Regulating Duties (Military Policeman in Army terms) and became an Acting Regulating Petty Officer on 24 Sep 1953. His report showed “…Most satisfactory and has the makings of a very good RPO…” Drafted to Tamaki on 16 Aug 1954 and advanced to Regulating Petty Officer on 29 Apr 1954. He returned to Philomel on 2 May 1955 and was then drafted to Royalist on 1 Apr 1957 and served in the Regulating Division. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in SE Asia and Japanese and Korean waters. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 and he returned to Philomel. Recognised as a first-class Regulating Petty Officer when holding that appointment, which was further enhanced when he later became Master-At-Arms on 23 Feb 1959. “A First Class MAA, conscientious, loyal and a good disciplinarian. Smart and tidy in appearance and attack.” Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were both received by Dec 1953. Awarded Royal Navy LS&GC Medal with Gratuity on 26 Aug 1962. Promoted from the Lower Deck to rank of Acting Sub-Lieutenant 24 Jul 1963 in the Special Duties List. Later changed to the General List and he had to do some more training to qualify for further promotion. To meet these requirements he served in Royalist, Endeavour, Rotoiti and Royalist again. Appointed Chief of Regulating Staff and Regulating Training Officer 18 Jan 1965. Also served in Irirangi, Tamaki, ACDS (Personnel) and in Wakefield where he was additional as Deputy Director Recruiting (Naval) and then returned to Philomel. Later Lieutenant Commander in Philomel Nov 1975. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal received Dec 1953. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. Awarded Royal Navy LS&GC Medal with Gratuity on 26 Aug 1962. Appointed MBE QB Hons 1978 (NZ Gazette, p.1651). Posted to the Retired List 11 Aug 1984. Died Takapuna, 9 Feb 1996 aged 67 years. |
| HEREMAIA, Donavan Matenga | 206841 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 23/06/2054 | Born 25 Feb 1930. Came from Levin. Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned 31 May 1952 at Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion had to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gun Number 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Jun 1954. Served overseas one year 286 days. Discharged 27 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 1975. |
| HEREWINI, Richard | 461103 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/06/2054 | 21/08/2057 | Born Gisborne 16 May 1930. Employed as a labourer for P.W.D at Mangakino. Attested 2 Feb 1954 in Kayforce 14th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA 22 Feb 1954. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1954 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned at Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 16 Jun 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA top RNZASC 9 Oct 1954. Attached Brit Com Sub Area South 25–27 Oct 1955 as a member of a burial party. Granted 10 days R&R leave 25 Feb–5 Mar 1956 inclusive. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 15 May 1956. Granted a further seven months service dating from 7 Dec 1956. Did not adhere closely to military law and written orders. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Date of leaving Japan not shown. His arrival in NZ was delayed as he was admitted to hospital in Australia. (possibly AMF Wing Concord Repat Hosp, Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Aug 1957. Served overseas three years 82 days. Discharged 20 Dec 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HEREWINI, Tony Winiata | 34926 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 23/07/2054 | Came from Ruatoki North, Taneatua, Bay of Plenty. Serving Regular Force soldier who joined as a Regular Force Cadet on 20 Feb 1951. Posted to RNZASC on Graduation from RF Cadet School and attended BASIC All Arms Instructor's Course at the Army Schools Waiouru. Recommended that he attend another course when older. Posted to Northern District Company RNZASC, Papakura Camp. Promoted Lance Corporal Instructor RNZASC 18 Sep 1953. TSFD to Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Embarked Sasebo 23 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area near the Imjin River. Emplaned Japan 17 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Jul 1954. SOS Kayforce 30 Aug 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. Served overseas one year 36 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He was to report to Papakura Camp after leave for duty as an RNZASC Instructor. Promoted Temporary Corporal 7 Oct 1955. Discharged from the Army 21 Feb 1956 and became manager of a sawmill at Minginui, near Rotorua. Medals lost during house move and replaced at cost ($5.60 in 1986) Entitled to NZOSM. Died Ruatahuna, 19 May 2004. |
| HERLIHY, Daniel Brian (Sandy) | 13124 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Porirua on 22 Oct 1933. Enlisted in RNZN as Boy 1st Class on 8 Sep 1949. Initial training was in Tamaki. Drafted to Taupo and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951. Promoted Able Seaman during Tour of Duty. Travelled to Korean waters via Australia. Served on both east and west coasts of Korea. Noted the extreme cold of the Korean winters and that the NZ crews were not supplied with adequate cold weather clothing. Taupo steamed 58,000 nautical miles, was away from New Zealand 421 days and spent 311 days at sea. The ship fired 16,000 rounds of ammunition during its tour and wore out the barrel of the 4-inch gun. RTNZ via Brisbane, Australia. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Royalist on its voyage from the UK to New Zealand and was on board during the Suez Campaign. Served in Pukaki Jun 1959 to Apr 1960 in Malayan waters during the Emergency. Served in Otago Nov 1965 to mid-1966. Awarded NGSM with clasp ‘Malaya’, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’, NZGSM (NE). Later awarded NZOSM, RN LS&GC Medal and New Zealand Armed Forces Award. Reached rank of Chief Petty Officer (Seaman) Plot Radar Instructor. Commissioned 1968. Later Commander. Qualified Anti-submarine Aircraft & Helicopter Controller 1st Class. Served in Bellona and Black Prince (cruisers) Hawea, Canterbury, Blackpool and Waikato (frigates) and commanded Kiama (minesweeper) and patrol craft and commanded the 1st NZ Patrol Craft Squadron. Retired 31 Mar 1991 having completed 43 years 7 months and 22 days continuous service the longest serving person in the RNZN. Brother of Corporal Thomas James Herlihy, q.v., RNZASC. Two other brothers served in Malaya (See GSM 1918 Roll). |
| HERLIHY, Thomas James | 710546 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 01/07/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Porirua on 15 Jul 1931. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/O from NZ Base HQ to this unit. Promoted Corporal during tour. Represented Kayforce in boxing competitions. Served in 10 Tpt Coy Base and forward supply area. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for travel to Australia. Completed the journey to NZ by Teal flight arriving 27 Nov 1954. Discharged 23 Jan 1955 and posted to a TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal, NZOSM NZDSM and NZGSM (K). Brother to Daniel Brian (Sandy) Herlihy, RNZN. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1299 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Helensville. Died Helensville, 2 May 1983 aged 54 years. |
| HERMOND, Cecil Brian | 12988 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 21/09/2054 | Born Stratford, Taranaki, 3 Nov 1931. Employed as a labourer before he entered the RNZN 9 Jun 1949 as an Ordinary Seaman. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and he was drafted to Bellona 24 Jan 1950. Served in Philomel 29 Sep 1950–21 Feb 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman on 9 Dec 1950. Drafted to Lachlan 22 Feb 1951–1 Feb 1952, Served in Philomel 2 Feb–4 Aug 1952 and was in Tamaki for a few days before drafting to Pukaki on 19 Aug 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service in Malayan and Korean waters and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 but he remained in his ship until drafting to Irirangi on 24 Feb 1955. Returned to Philomel 14 Oct 1955 and was DEE 2 Nov 1958. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Farm worker near Masterton in Mar 1963. Later awarded NZOSM and NGSM (M) and NZDSM (R). |
| HERON, John Robert | 13535 | Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Frankton Junction, Hamilton on 9 Mar 1927. Was training in a clerical establishment before he enlisted in the RNZN as a Stoker on 31 Dec 1950. Trained in both Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 to 4 Aug 1953 and served in that ship departing NZ for Korea on 7 Jan 1952 and returning 19 Mar 1953. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Was a passenger in a jeep that was driven off wharf at Kure, Japan, into 20 feet of water–the vehicle had a faulty handbrake. RTNZ in Mar 1953. See also Instructor Lieutenant Davies, Leading Electrical Mechanician Preece and Leading Stoker Mechanic Hayne. RTNZ in Mar 1953. Served in Philomel 31 Aug 1953–and advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 30 Sep 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 1 Apr 1954, advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) and to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 13 Mar 1955. He next served in Bellona but was soon re-drafted to Black Prince 19 Aug 1955–20 Nov 1955. Drafted to Lachlan on 24 Nov 1955. In 1956 he was promoted Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic and then on 24 Apr 1957 he was once more back in Black Prince. From mid-Jan 1958 to mid–Jul 1959 he served ashore in Philomel becoming a Regulating Petty Officer. On 13 Jul 1959 he was drafted to Royalist and after some months yet again returned to Black Prince. He then spent some time between Tamaki, Royalist and Philomel. During one of these periods in Royalist he was appointed Master at Arms. He served in Otago 11 Oct 1965 served in Malayan waters and qualified for the GSM 1962 with clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’. Awarded the Royal Navy LS&GC Medal on 31 Dec 1965. He later served in Lachlan the RNZN Survey ship. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), PJM and KWSM. Discharged to RA 30 Dec 1970. Died Onehunga, Auckland, 5 Apr 1976 aged 49 years. Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| HERRICK, Laurence Edward | 12936 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Hastings, NZ, 14 Feb 1918. One of six sons & two daughters (one of whom married Gen. Sir Nigel Poett) of Edward Jasper Herrick and Ethne Rose Herrick. Brother of: Flying Officer B.H. Herrick, RAF, Pilot Officer D.T. Herrick, RNZAF, Squadron Leader. M.J. Herrick, RAF, Captain T.D. Herrick, RN and cousin of: Pilot Officer P.G. Herrick, RAFVR. Entered Royal Navy 1936. Sub-Lieutenant on 1 Nov 1938 and Lieutenant on 16 Apr 1940. Mentioned in Despatches, 3rd Supplement to the London Gazette, dated 20 Dec 1940, “for outstanding courage and skill in a brilliant and wholly successful night attack by the Fleet Air Arm on the Italian Fleet at Taranto.” Served in submarines from 6 Aug 1942 including HMS P 552 (an old submarine dating from 1918. Commander as Lieutenant 6 Aug–Sep 1942). He then served in HMS P 556 (launched Nov 1922). Appointed to HMS Uproar (formerly known as HMS P31) as CO on 24 Dec 1942 to 4 May 1944. Served in the Mediterranean initially based in Malta. Awarded Distinguished Service Cross on 19 Nov 1942 (5th Supplement to London Gazette, 6 Nov 1942 p.4883) “For courage and skill in successful patrols in H.M. Submarines.” having completed eight Mediterranean patrols. She torpedoed and damaged the German troop transport Virgilio (11,718 GRT) was involved in escort for convoys acted as a beacon ship during the Anzio landings and later carried out attacks and sank the French merchant ship Artesian (under German control) on 20 Feb 1944 attacked the German tanker Matera (5011 GRT, built 1926) with gunfire inside the harbour of Oneglia, Liguria, Italy, including U–466 off Toulon. Appointed to HMS Trusty (CO from 16 Jun 1944–19 Sep 1944) and HMS Trespasser. Royal Navy officer on loan to the RNZN 1948-1951. Entered RNZN at Maori 16 Aug 1948 and three-year loan. OC Pukaki 1948-1951 and brought the ship to NZ. Commander of Pukaki sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. He was awarded a second Mentioned in Despatches “for distinguished service in operations in Korean waters.” London Gazette, 18 Sep 1951, p.4884. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. He returned to the UK in SS Dominion Monarch and retired as Commander in 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Dorset County Hospital on 17 May 2010. Six members of the Herrick family served during WWII. See For Your Tomorrow by Errol Martyn. |
| HERRICK, Milton | 971286 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Riverton, Otago 28 Apr 1930. Passenger bus driver for H&H Motors Invercargill. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. He was trained in Burnham Camp. Posted to RNZASC 11 Dec 1952. Sent on two five–six-day TODs to Lake Rotoiti in Feb 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas, deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to NZ Base HQ 17 Mar 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 23 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 16 Jan 1954 (2i/c Section) and to Temporary Corporal (Section Commander) 12 May 1954 and to Corporal 28 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to the NZ Roll 8 Sep 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 11 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 28 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Nov 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Army Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1300 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Winton. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Def Stoker Mechanic and KWSM. Returned to Orepuki, Southland. Died Invercargill 18 Mar 2005 aged 75 years. |
| HERRING, John Gerrard | 13554 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born 16 Aug 1926. Officer on loan from the Royal Navy for two years. Joined RNZN at Maori, London 14 Nov 1950. Came to NZ on SS Akaroa. Appointed to Hawea 27 Dec 1950. Sailed for Korean waters 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly on the west coast and was on board the ship when it was up by the Yalu River as a guard ship during an attempt to salvage a MIG fighter. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Reverted to Royal Navy 26 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal for his service with RNZN. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HERZOG, Norman George | 204147 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | He and his twin brother Albert Edward were both born Whangarei 18 Nov 1926. A Labourer for Portland Constr., Portland. Attested 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements as Edward Norman HERZOG. He endeavoured to have his name rectified as he was known as Norman George but was told in Whangarei that this was not possible. This name problem was verified and finally rectified during Dec 1951 and Jan 1952 Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 22 Sep 1953 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged 31 Dec 1953. Awarded the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HESSEY, Harold John | 1782 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Orange, NSW, Australia, 4 Jul 1924. Entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 20 Oct 1939. His training was conducted in Philomel 20 Oct 1939–6 Oct 1940. Drafted to Achilles 7 Oct 1940 and stayed in this ship until 21 Sep 1943. Achilles was involved in searching for the German raider Orion after the sinking of SS Turakina in the Three Kings Islands area. She escorted troop-carrying convoys in the Pacific Islands areas and to Aden. In 1942 Achilles was involved to further troop convoy protection and took part in a defence operation of Rabaul with the US Task Force 11. In Jan 1943 escorted troop convoys to the Solomon Islands and was badly damaged off Guadalcanal by Japanese bombers while providing gunfire support. Achilles returned to NZ for temporary repairs to be made and she then went back to the UK for permanent repairs. Harold Hessey advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 6 Oct 1943. Many of the crew were drafted to Gambia which was commissioned into the RNZN in Sep 1943. In early 1944 Gambia was deployed to search for German blockade runners in the Indian Ocean with several other allied ships. Operated from Trincomalee and Colombo. Drafted to HMS Lanka (shore station in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) Then Highflyer while waiting for Raider (destroyer) 5 Oct 1944–23 Jun 1945. Raider carried out a search with Racehorse for U-537 which was carrying equipment from Germany to Penang in Malaya. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer 5 Feb 1945. Raider also took part in covering forces for carriers on air operations against Japanese controlled areas. He appears to have had passage in Bermuda (light cruiser) to Golden Hind (shore station in Sydney, Australia) and then travelled back to Philomel 17 Jul 1945. Advanced to Petty Officer 5 Feb 1946. Drafted to Black Prince 24 May–31 Oct 1946. Back home in NZ he then served in several ships and shore stations including Philomel, Bellona, Tamaki, Kaniere, Hawea and Lachlan. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 1 Nov 1952. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Later served in Bellona, Philomel, Tamaki, Pukaki and Royalist. Discharged to RA 3 Jul 1961. His WWII Medals are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 19 Jul 1958 with gratuity. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from the RNZN then lived in Christchurch. Died Christchurch 13 Aug 1987 aged 63 years. |
| HETA, Henry Wilson | 204082 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 06/08/2053 | Born Whangaruru, Northland 17 May 1929. Freezing worker Auckland Farmers Freezing Co, Moerewa. Attested 13 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Emplaned Darwin 8pm 7 Sep 1951 Flown by Qantas or BCPA to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 9 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 10 Sep 1951 for sea trip to Pusan and entered Korea 12 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Sep 1951. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 30 Oct and was discharged to unit 2 Nov 1951. Breached military discipline several times (committed to detention) and was released to 10 Tpt Coy on each occasion. Accidentally injured GSW to left foot. Evacuated to Norwegian MASH 1 Dec 1951 and was discharged from Hosp 22 Dec 1951. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 27 Feb 1953 for rugby trials and M/I to NZ Base HQ 2 Mar 1953. M/I 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA to NZ Base HQ for Rugby Trial. Committed more discipline breaches and was committed to Brit Com MCE 25 May 1953. Released to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 6 Jul 1953. Emplaned Japan 3 Aug 1953 for RTNZ at the completion of his tour and deplaned NZ 6 Aug 1953. He was overseas two years six days but only one year 311 days counted as service because of detentions. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 20 May 1990 aged 60 years. |
| HETARAKA, Paul | 204347 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/06/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Kaitaia 24 Jan 1929. Labourer for H.A. Miles, Contractor, Auckland. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Trained for Korean service in Papakura and Waiouru camps. Emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU and M/I 8 Jun 1952. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to CATC Inchon for artillery courses. M/I 16 Fd Regt and CTBA to CATC Inchon 10 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 13 Jul 1953 and appointed Bty Duty NCO, then to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 10 Oct 1953 as Section NCO. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to CATC Inchon 31 Jan 1954. Returned to 16 Fd Regt and then M/O to NZ Base HQ 10 Feb 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Promoted Bombardier 10 Feb 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 12 Feb 1954. Went AWOL 11pm and returned to unit 5.30am and was severely reprimanded. TSFD to NZ Roll (Furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 17 Mar 1954. Did not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 289 days. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Died Maroa near Atiamuri 12 Jul 1961 aged 32 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Brother of Rapeta Hetaraka q.v. |
| HETARAKA, Rapeta | 336846 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 29/12/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Kaitaia. Ex TF soldier. Emplaned Auckland 29 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney, continued by civil ait to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Discharged 8 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Auckland, 3 Oct 1998. Brother of Paul Hetaraka q.v. |
| HETHERINGTON, Ian Robert | 897289 | Signalman | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Sigs | 02/12/2053 | 09/12/2055 | Born Timaru 2 Jul 1930. Radio operator, Wellington radio. He was involved with Morse transmission and reception, was a tele-typist and teleprinter operator. Attested 1 Jul 1953 and posted to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 2 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney, continued by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. M/O NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Feb 1954 and filled the appointment of Postal Clerk. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 May–5 Jun 1954 and was discharged to unit. Promoted Temporary Corporal 29 Jun 1954. Admitted RAAF Hosp Iwakuni 21–24 Dec 1954 and was discharged to unit. Granted a further 12 months Extn of service dating from 5 Jun 1955. M/O from NZ Base HQ to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to RNZASC 19 Jun 1955. Entered Korea and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Jun 1955. Promoted Corporal 3 Oct 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll (furlough) 29 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 8 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Feb 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Later employed as a Communications Officer. Living at Foxton. Died Foxton, 11 Apr 2004 aged 73 years. His funeral service was on 20 Apr 2004 at Rose City Funeral Home, Palmerston North. |
| HEWITT, Brian William | 206418 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Taumarunui 12 Apr 1928. Enlisted circa 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 15 Jun 1951 on Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Entered Korea 16 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in A Troop, 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 19 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, also NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Died Waipapakauri, Northland 10 May 2012 aged 84 years. Buried Waipapakauri Public Cemetery. |
| HEWITT, Gordon Clifford | 13818 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Leiston, Suffolk, UK, on 5 Dec 1919. Employed as a field worker before he entered the RN on 12 Mar 1935 as a Boy 2nd Class with Service No C/JX 144264. His training commenced in St Vincent on 12 Mar 1935 and he advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Signalman Boy on 30 May 1936. Drafted to Ramillies (battleship) on 12 Jun 1936–23 Apr 1937 then served in Pembroke 24 Apr 1937 and advanced to Ordinary Signalman on 5 Dec 1937. Drafted to Medway (depot ship) 24 Feb 1939–17 Jan 1941. Advanced to Signalman 29 Aug 1939. The Naval History Website shows Medway under refit in Singapore Sep-Dec 1939 and in Mar 1940 post refit trials took her to Hong Kong. She then took passage to the Mediterranean via Singapore, Trincomalee and Aden to become the support ship for Mediterranean British submarines based at Alexandria. Gordon was posted to Nile and was apparently on shore as a naval communicator at the Western Desert ports. He was then drafted to Hasty (destroyer) 12 Jul 1941–10 Jan 1942 and the ship provided support for the Tobruk Garrison. In Dec 1941 she took part in the sinking of U–79 off Tobruk together with Hotspur. He was back in Pembroke in Jan 1942 and then is shown at Dundonald II an administrative post for special naval parties like the Naval Beach Signal Sections. Advanced to Acting Leading Signalman (Temporary) on 30 Sep 1942. Drafted to Copra (Combined Operations Pay and Administrative post on 1 Sep 1943–9 Nov 1944 and then went back to Pembroke 9 Nov 1944–21 Feb 1945. He was next in Odyssey as a member of Naval Party 2423 which was at Bombay (HMS Braganza), Her returned to Britain and to Pembroke in Oct 1945. He was next in RNB Portsmouth. He was back again in Pembroke 16 Oct 1946–15 Mar 1947. From Mar 1947–Aug he was in Malta based in St Angelo and served in Pelican and was involved immigration patrols and guardship duties at Trieste and Aqaba. These duties continued until he returned to Britain 21 Sep 1949. Released to the Reserve on 15 Jan 1950. Entered the RNZN at Maori as Signalman 12 May 1952. Advanced to Leading Signalman the next day. On arrival in NZ Served in Tamaki 26 May–13 Sep 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 14 Sep 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. He RTNZ by air on 19 Jan 1954 for compassionate reasons–illness of wife caused by loss of friends in the Tangiwai Disaster Christmas 1953. He was posted to Philomel but probably had some overseas leave and was also granted L.W.O.P. 11 Feb–22 Feb 1954. Served in Philomel 23 Feb 1954–23 Feb 1955. Drafted to Pukaki 24 Feb 1955 and sailed from Auckland on 23 Jul 1955 to serve in Malayan and Korean waters. RTNZ 19 Jul 1956. On RTNZ he served in Philomel 14 Aug 1956 until DEE on 11 May 1958. His WWII medals are not known but may include 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with naval clasp, Burma Star, War Medal. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HEWITT, Graham Ross | 208784 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 16/08/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born Wellington 13 May 1931. Storemen for Leyland Motors, Wellington. He applied three times for Kayforce before he was accepted. Enlisted 23 Apr 1952 in Kayforce as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 16 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 24 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD the same day. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 28 Sep 1952. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 30 Nov–5 Dec 1952. Discharged to 16 Fd Regt and again attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 5 Dec 1952. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Dressing Stn 29 Dec 1953–4 Jan 1954 then discharged to 16 Fd Regt and again attached FAP to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/I 28 Rd Engr Regt 29 Mar 1954 then to NZ Base HQ 1 Apr 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 1–15 May 1954 Deplaned Wellington 26 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 284 days. SOS Kayforce 28 Sep 1954 and posted to TF unit (1 Bn Wellington Regt) and placed on Class ‘A’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert is at NZDF Personnel Archives, Trentham. Died Wellington 26 Nov 2014 aged 83 years |
| HEWITT, John Humphreys | 203535 | Lance Corporal | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 07/04/2056 | Born 25 Nov 1923. Came from St Heliers Bay, Auckland. Previous service during WWII in 2 NZEF. (619215, Private, Infantry Reinforcements embarked for overseas service between 1 Jan and 31 Mar 1944. 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.13 p.55) Served in B Coy, 24 Bn. This would strongly suggest he was bound for the Middle East and Italy. Employed as a Postman for St Heliers, Auckland.) On RTNZ he took up further employment in the electrical trade. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB and embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Operator Wireless and Line. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 for RTNZ to attend an O.C.T.U course on 9 Feb 1952. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 19 Apr 1952. Re-embarked for Korea 3 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lieutenant 19 Apr 1953. Promoted Captain, 10 Sep 1955. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. SOS Kayforce 1 Nov 1956 and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. He returned to St Heliers Auckland. Died Auckland 9 Jan 2015, aged 91 years. |
| HEWLETT, Herbert Rex | 203649 | Corporal | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 22/05/2052 | Born Morrinsville on 6 Apr 1927. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver in the Artillery Platoon. Later served in NZ Tpt Pl and then 10 Tpt Coy. Transport Section Commander at Inchon Rest Camp where he was also movie projectionist and maintained lighting and showers. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and travelled by air via Manila to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 22 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Awarded the Commander-in-Chief's Commendation Card for service rendered in the NZ Emergency Force in Korea and Japan. Discharged 13 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1306 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Morrinsville. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Mt Maunganui 2008. Died Tauranga 3 Dec 2019 aged 92 years. |
| HEWLETT, John Francis James | 327339 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/04/2054 | 08/05/2055 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 5 Jul 1932. Driver for Westfield Freezing Coy. Auckland. Attested 8 Dec 1953 in Kayforce. Posted to RNZASC at Papakura Camp, Emplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni, 10 Apr 1954. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 18 Apr entered Korea and M/I to his unit 21 Apr 1954. Employed in Workshop Pl 10 Tpt Coy as an automotive auto-electrician. “His work was of a high standard and his personal conduct beyond reproach.” Twice admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb in Mar and Apr 1955. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 May 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 8 May 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 33 days. Discharged 16 Jun 1955 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1307 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Otorohanga. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HEWSON, Robin William | 33324 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 31/01/2052 | 14/10/2053 | Born Opua Northland 24 Sep 1930. Enlisted 2 Mar 1949 as Regular Force soldier. Trained towards being a fitter and turner in the RNZEME. TSFD to Kayforce and attested 14 Nov 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD from NZRTU 23 Mar 1952, entered Korea 26 Mar and M/I to 16 Fd Regt LAD 28 Mar 1952. Admitted Norwegian MASH 21 Dec 1952.; M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 22 Sep 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 256 days. SOS Kayforce and reposted to his Regular Force unit the Northern District. Workshop, Papakura Camp. Discharged to Class ‘C’ reserve 10 Apr 1954 at completion of engagement. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton 4 Apr 2008 aged 77 years. |
| HEXT, David John | 13779 | Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Portsmouth, UK, 4 Dec 1918. Employed as a fitter before he entered the RN on 3 Apr 1939 as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class. After basic naval training in Victory he was drafted to Nelson (battleship) 9 Aug 1939–9 Jun 1941. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 14 Jan 1941. On the outbreak of the war Nelson sailed with other ships to try and intercept German shipping returning to Germany and to intercept German naval units in the North Sea and across to Norway and the Shetlands–Faroes–Iceland Gap. On one such sailing in Oct Nelson was hit by three torpedoes fired by U-56 two of which broke and the third failed to explode. About a month later Nelson passed over and detonated a magnetic mine causing considerable damage and injured 73 seamen. His next ship was Vivacious (destroyer) in which he served from 19 Jul 1941 to 30 Jun 1944. In 1941 she was mainly involved in convoy protection and served as an E-Boat patrol. In Feb 1942 she was one that was ordered to make a torpedo attack (unsuccessful) on the Scharnhorst, Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen when they made their dash through the English Channel. In 1943 she was deployed for convoy protection for returning Russian convoys. She also continued the anti E-Boat patrols. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 14 Jan 1944. By Jul 1944 David was in Lanka (Ceylon–now Sri Lanka) and was drafted to Shoreham (sloop) 9 Sep 1944–22 Sep 1946. This ship was completed in 1931 for the Persian Gulf and remained on foreign service until retuning to Britain in 1946. From Jun 1944 she was mainly used on convoy protection duties on the east coast of India. In Jan 1945 Shoreham was deployed to support the landings at Akyab and then resumed convoy protection duties. On RTUK he served in Stormcloud (Algerine-class minesweeper), then Agincourt (destroyer). He advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class 14 Jan 1948 while in Agincourt and to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer during his time in Morecombe Bay (frigate) based in Hong Kong. On 9 Aug 1950 he was drafted to Concord (destroyer) based in Singapore and then in Hong Kong. Advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer 7 Apr 1951. Returned to Britain 4 Sep 1951 and took his release from the RN on 18 Mar 1952 to enter the RNZN. Entered RNZN at Maori on 19 Mar 1952 as an Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced over the next three-days to Chief Engine Room Artificer. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel 24 Mar–7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. He then served in Philomel, Black Prince and Ngaponga. Drafted on 9 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from the Naval base on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and he remained in this ship until drafted to Black Prince on 22 Sep–28 Oct Aug 1959 and served in Ngaponga a Reserve unit 24 Jun 1960 to 14 Mar 1962. Discharged to RA 18 Mar 1962. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HEYDON, Leonard Archie | 204748 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Balclutha 6 Oct 1924. Served in the RNZAF with Service No 432349, 19 Feb 1943 to 31 Mar 1946. Served in No.12 Servicing Unit Guadalcanal and in No.4 Servicing Unit Bougainville. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. He was a carpenter and driver at Tr Rapa, Hamilton. Attested 15 Jun 1954 in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements. Admitted Auckland Public Hosp 5–20 Aug 1954. Posted from RNZ Sigs to 18th Reinforcements RNZASC as a Driver. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight from Whenuapai to Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Eventually deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Training Unit. Committed to NZ Base Guard House 2 Nov 1954 for 14 days for not adhering to R&SOs. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU 19 Nov 1954 and M/I to his unit 22 Nov 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 8 Feb 1955 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 1 Mar 1955. TSFD to the NZ Roll 19 May 1955. Emplaned Qantas Iwakuni 1 Jun 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas on this deployment 224 days. Discharged 11 Jul 1955. Attested in the Regular Force 18 Jul 1957 on a 5-year engagement for 1 NZ Regt FARELF. Discharged 17 Sep 1957 SNLR. Died Hamilton 8 Apr 1992. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HIBBERD, Gane Cornelius | 206781 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZAOC | 30/06/2052 | 13/05/2053 | Born Belfast, North Canterbury 9 Jun 1924. Served in the Home Guard since it started in his area and was still serving as a volunteer 10 Jul 1943 when he attested for the RNZAF. Served in RNZAF for nigh on three years with Service No 439529. Served in the Pacific Theatre 25 Apr 1944–10 May 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Appears to have served in the RNZAF TF after the war. Served in BCOF, Japan. 628811, Temporary Corporal, 2 Bn. Freezing works hand. Next-of-kin Mrs H. Hibberd, Belfast.) Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 for Japan. Entered Japan 2 Aug 1947. Served in 3 NZ Bn and also served in Tokyo Bn 29 Sep–1 Nov 1947. Embarked Japan 22 Jul 1948 for NZ and disembarked Auckland 10 Aug 1948. Freezing worker Hawkes Bay Freezing Works, Whakatu. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Auckland 30 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9 Apr 1953 (eye problem) and was discharged to 22 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TDFS to the NZ Roll (medical) 28 Apr 1953. Emplaned Japan 9 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 13 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea 318 days. Discharged 6 Jul 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HICKEY, Frederick Charles | 31436 | Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZEME | 03/12/2055 | 20/06/2056 | Born Hinds, South Canterbury? 22 Sep 1919. Motor Mechanic for Dobson Bros, Hinds. Served during WWII in Fiji 12 Mar 1942 in 20 Fd Coy NZE. Embarked Fiji 18 Jul 1942 as Hosp patient. Disembarked Auckland 23 Jul 1942. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Also served in the NZ Temporary Staff for five years 6 months. Regular Force soldier. Attested 1 Apr 1948 as Corporal Served in CD Workshop and in SD MT Workshop, Burnham Camp. To be Sub Staff Sergeant 17 Jun 1952. Staff Sergeant Hickey was selected for service in Korea. Appointed to Kayforce and promoted Lieutenant, 24 Nov 1955 to maintain the officer strength of the Force. Emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RM airliner (Teal) for passage to Sydney then by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Dec 1955 and M/I Brit Com Sun Area, Tokyo 5 Dec 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Dec 1955. Appointed OC Workshop Pl, 10 Tpt Coy RNZASC. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 14 May 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Served in Korea 198 days. Discharged from the Emergency Force in consequence of being appointed to a commission 6 Jul 1956. Released from NZ Army on medical grounds 15 Jun 1965 and was posted to the Retired List as a Captain & QM. Died Christchurch 19 Sep 1998, three days before his 80th birthday. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HICKEY, Glen | 211366 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 07/04/2056 | Born Taumarunui 13 Oct 1928. Transport driver for Mr D. Rangi, Raetihi. Attested 2 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Breached military discipline several times during his service. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 5 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU 12 Sep 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 4 Oct, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 30 Oct 1954 to NZ Base HQ. M/O to NZRTU 23 Nov 1954 and was re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 28 Nov 1954. More military discipline breaches in Nov 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb in Dec 1954 and was discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 4 Jan 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP 55 Indep Fd Sqn RE, 15 Sep 1955. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA 55 Indep Fd Coy 21 Nov 1955. More discipline breaches. Between 30 Dec 1955 and 27 Feb 1956 admitted three times to hospital. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure for return to Sydney. Completed RTNZ on RNZAF Hastings flight deplaning Whenuapai 7 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 219 days. Discharged 3 Jun 1956 aged. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1310 was sent on 6 Apr 1957 to an address in Tauranga. Died Palmerston North 3 Mar 2002 aged 83 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HICKEY, Patrick Vernon | 33564 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Christchurch, 18 May 1929. Served in Jayforce with Service No 811926. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 on HMT Dunera and disembarked Japan. Served in 19 ASC Coy 2 NZEF while in Japan. Embarked Sep 1948 for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948 from HMT Duntroon. Attested 13 Jan 1949 as a Regular Force soldier. Posted to RNZA and served in 9 Coast Regt. M/I to Kayforce 18 Feb 1952 and attested 25 Mar 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA to deplane Iwakuni, Japan on 6 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. M/O to NZ Base HQ for embarkation. Embarked Kobe, Japan 29 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping for RTNZ and travelled via Hong Kong and Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Highest rank achieved while in Korea was Lance Bombardier. Served overseas one year 293 days. SOS Kayforce 20 Apr 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. M/I 16 Fd Regt on Posting from Fort Cautley and appointed Driver 161 Bty. Discharged at own request 13 Aug 1965 and TSFD to the RF Reserve 25 Aug 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 46–49, NZDSM, KWSM and Republic of Korea Presidential Citation. Died Northcote, Auckland, 3 Dec 2021 aged 92 years. |
| HICKEY, William Joseph | 203713 | 2nd Lieutenant | Reinf Unit Baggage Pty | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born Auckland 16 Jan 1928. Advertising representative. Managed to pass the medical to join Kayforce even though he had broken ribs. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Was a member of the Reinf Unit Baggage Party and was then posted to 16 Fd Regt Pool. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Gunner commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 5 Dec 1950. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned from A Teal flight ex Sydney. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 19 Jun 1953, p.3402), as Lieutenant. Kayforce 1950–53. Posted to the Reserve of Officers General List (RNZA) 28 Feb 1953. |
| HICKMAN, John Alfred | 14321 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Bicester, Oxford, UK, 24 Jun 1927. Previous service in RN from 16 Jan 1945–25 Feb 1948. Another source has Service No 738635. He served in several shore stations and from 4 Apr 1946–15 Apr 1947 served in Parrsboro (minesweeper) Fly (an Algerine-class minesweeper) based at Loch iinvar. He then served in Newfoundland (light cruiser) then Golden Fleece (minesweeper) followed by Undaunted (destroyer). Released to Class ‘A’ Reserve 25 Feb 1948. Entered the RNZN 26 Sep 1952 as a Stoker Mechanic. Bellona had returned to the UK on 9 Sep 1952 and his posting card state ‘Entered the RNZN 26 Sep 1952. Bellona’. Did he enlist in that ship? He came to NZ in Bellona and served in Tamaki then Philomel. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Aug 1953 to 10 Jan 1955. Sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 on the second deployment of Pukaki to Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 and then served in Philomel where he advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957–2 Sep 1958 and served in the Second Commission Voyage to Asia including visiting Malaya and Korea. Royalist fired on suspected Communist basses in in South Malaya before sailing onto Hong Kong and Korea. On RTNZ he then served in Philomel, Pukaki again, Royalist and Black Prince. Sent to the UK in Feb 1960 as part of the Advance Party to bring Taranaki back for the RNZN. He also served in in Rotoiti, Philomel, Taranaki again (in 1965) as Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic and in Endeavour on two occasions. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 23 Jan 1965, Korea, UN Korea and LS&GC Medal issued 1965. Qualifying dates for GSM 1962 were 29 Nov–21 Dec 1965 and 27 Feb–22 Mar 1966. Medal issued to recipient in Philomel on 30 Nov 1967. Discharged to RA from Philomel, 15 Aug 1969 in the rate of Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic. Awarded War Medal 1939–45 and NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Minesweeping’ and ‘Malaya’, GSM1962 ‘Borneo’, Naval LS&GC Medal and PJM. Living in New Plymouth 2002. Died Auckland 30 Aug 2018 aged 91 years. |
| HICKS, John Dennis | 13819 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Laleham, Middlesex, UK, 22 Mar 1929. Employed as an electrician’s mate before he entered the RN on 3 Jun 1947 as a Probationary Electrical Mechanician with Service No P/MX 826951. Underwent training at Royal Arthur and was drafted to Gosling a RN Air Station near Warrington, Cheshire on 16 Jul 1947. Drafted to Pembroke on 4 Sep 1947 for further training in his trade and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 6 Feb 1948. Served in Resource (Fleet Repair Ship) and was attached to Stork (sloop) and then to Snowball. Drafted to Sirius 10 Jul 1948–12 Aug 1949. Served in Collingwood and advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 13 Aug 1948. Released to Reserve. Entered the RNZN at Maori as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 12 May 1952. On arrival in NZ served in Philomel 13 May 1953–1 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service with the UN Naval forces in Korea. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. He then served in Bellona and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 1 Nov 1954. Sent to HMAS Cerberus 11 Mar–19 Dec 1955. He later served in Philomel then Pukaki where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Electrician on 1 May 1957. Drafted to Black Prince 24 Sep 1957–1 May 1958. DEE 11 May 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HIDDLESTON, Howard Oswald | 817639 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 10/03/2054 | 09/06/2055 | Born Palmerston 12 Apr 1931. Motor Mechanic NZ Farmers Co-op Assn, Christchurch. Served in CMT 5th Intake then serving TF soldier in 3 Inf Bde LAD, RNZEME. Attested 17 Sep 1953 in Kayforce 11th Reinforcements. Trained for Korea mainly in Burnham. M/O Burnham 6pm 9 Mar 1954 for emplanement on Flight 6. Emplaned Wellington 10 Mar 1954 for passage to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 20 Mar. Entered Korea 21 Mar and M/I to 16 Fd Regt LAD 23 Mar 1954. M/O to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZASC 20 Oct 1954 and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Oct 1954. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 154 Feb 1955 and was discharged direct to unit 26 Feb 1955. Re-admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 4 Mar and discharged direct to Unit 167 Mar 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 23 Mar 1955 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I NZ Base HQ 25 Mar 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 29 Mar 1955 and struck off NZ Roll. Discharged to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/O from NZ Base HQ to Kobe for embarkation. Embarked Kobe 4 May 1955 on SS Taiyuan. The ship was delayed about a week on the Journey to Sydney. Deplaned Harewood 9 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 92 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Died in Bromley, Christchurch, 29 Dec 2000 aged 69 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HIGGISON, Thomas Henry | 211085 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 09/12/2055 | Born Greytown 28 Jul 1927. Served in 2nd Relief Jayforce, Japan. Embarked HMT Dunera Auckland 15 Jul 1947. His name is shown in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.59 as 829046, Private, Maori Battalion. Labourer from Gisborne. Next-of-kin Mr A Higgison, Levin. Embarked Japan for RTNZ Jul 1948, disembarked Auckland 16 Aug 1948 and was discharged Wellington 22 Sep 1948. Employed as a cook at Te Puia Springs Hotel. Enlisted 31 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Training for Korean service was conducted in Waiouru, Burnham and Trentham Camps. Had difficulty in adhering to military discipline and R&SOs. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Entered Korea 17 Sep 1953 and M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl 20 Sep 1953. More discipline breaches occurred. M/I 10 Tpt Coy from Div HQ Tpt Pl 3 Jul 1954. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 29 Mar 1955 and was discharged to unit 9 Apr 1954. Highest rank gained during Korean service Temporary Lance Corporal. M/O to NZ Base HQ and M/I 26 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 120 days. Discharged 9 Mar 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Palmerston North 22 Mar 1988 aged 61 years. |
| HIGGS, Anthony George | 591188 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ SIGS | 26/03/2053 | 17/03/2054 | Born Wairoa, Hawkes Bay, 13 Apr 1931. Served in CMT 5th Intake. Worked as a driver for G.M. Marr, Waipawa. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Trained for Korean service in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. Also spent some time in Tihoi Camp renowned for its bleak accommodation and weather. Emplaned Auckland 29 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 7 Apr 1954 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt the same day. M/I to this unit 9 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Mar 1954 for compassionate RTNZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for compass discharge and deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 357 days. SOS Kayforce 30 Apr 1954 and posted to TF unit (1 Hawkes Bay Regt). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Napier 12 Feb 2005 aged 74 years. |
| HIGHLEY, Frederick William | 923871 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Balclutha Central Otago, 19 Jun 1930. Employed as a dredge hand Austral NZ Mining Coy, Cromwell. Attested 29 Sep 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Training for Korean service conducted in Burnham Camp with TODs to Rangiora. M/O Burnham 6pm 10 Mar 1953 for emplanement. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Mar. Entered Korea 18 Mar and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Mar 1953. Admitted 38 ADS 22 Sep 1953, TSFD to 26 Fd Amb and was discharged to his unit 27 Sep 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood, 12 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 215 days. SOS Kayforce 4 Dec 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned initially to Cromwell. Attested in RF 16 Dec 1959 as a Kitchenhand in ‘B’ Pl, SD Coy and served in Burnham Camp. Later became Cook in 3 Tpt Coy RNZASC. Discharged at completion of his engagement 15 Dec 1969 after 10 years Regular service. Died Christchurch, 13 Jun 1994 aged 1963 years. |
| HIHA, Henry Tauri | 15001 | Signalman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Te Puke 8 Jun 1937. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN 28 Jan 1954 on an eight-year engagement as a Junior Stoker 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 28 Jun–26 Sep 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 27 Sep 1954 and advanced to Stoker Petty Officer on 8 Dec 1954. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 19 Mar 1955 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 8 Sep 1955. Drafted to Kaniere on 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in the British Far East Fleet in Korea and Malaya. On RTNZ 8 May 1957 he remained in this ship, but his posting card is marked RUN on 30 Nov 1957. He was recovered and held in Philomel and returned to Kaniere 9 Dec 1957–16 Jan 1958. Served in Tamaki 17 Jan 1958–27 Oct 1959. Also served in Royalist 28 Oct 1959–26 Sep 1961, Philomel and served in Otago 9 Feb 1962–7 Jan 1963. DEE on 3 Jun 1963. He was killed in a road accident? on 11 Apr 1967. His NOK and family are entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R) if they have not already been claimed. |
| HILDRETH, John Edward | 203802 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born 13 May 1930. Came from Pukekohe. Was training in Papakura and Waiouru for service in Korea. Posted to RNZA while in training. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Travelled via Brisbane and Manila to Pusan. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty as a gun number. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 16 Aug 1952. Served overseas one year 249 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Oct 1952. Died in Hokianga area 24 Aug 1996 aged 66 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILL, Arthur George | 206312 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Napier 11 Feb 1923. Previous NZ Army service in 12 Fd Regt NZA (Army No.446986). TSFD to RNZAF (Delta) 29 Sep 1943 (Service No 4313042). Served overseas In the Islands from 26 Apr 1944–8 May 1945. Highest rank achieved Leading Aircraftman. Discharged 30 Sep 1945. Probably awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Freezing worker in Hastings. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt RNZA while in Waiouru Camp 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 21 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 13 Aug 1952 and initially went to Greenmeadows, Napier. Died Napier 3 Feb 1988 aged 65 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILL, Bryan Arthur | 12989 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Westport 30 May 1931. Employed as a porter for NZ Railways probably at Westport. Entered in the RNZN 9 Jun 1949 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman. After initial training in Tamaki, he was drafted to Bellona 25 Jan–4 Aug 1950 for his first sea service. He was in Philomel for about four months during which time he advanced to Able Seaman on 9 Nov 1950. Drafted to Kaniere 18 Jan–22 Jul 1951. Attended a course at HMAS Watson late 1951 and qualified Radar Plotter 3rd Class. Drafted to Rotoiti on 2 Dec 1951 and sailed in her for service in Korean waters 7 Jan 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. (Further detail in RNZN Ships in the Introduction.) RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Later served in Black Prince 22 Sep 1954–3 Apr 1955. DEE 8 Jun 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HILL, Colyn Cedric | 206492 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born during 1920. Previous post-war service in RNZAF with Service No 461235 in BCOF (Jayforce) Japan. Enlisted circa 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Was issued a set of replacement medals. Medals offered for sale Jul 2004 by NZ Collector Services, Christchurch in Nov 2009. Died Foxton 21 Nov 2011 aged 81 years. Remains interred in Waitara Cemetery, Taranaki, RSA Section. |
| HILL, Cyril Allan | 644920 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Wellington 25 Jun 1933. Farm Cadet at Flock House Farming School, Bulls. Fourth Intake CMT 3 Jan 1952. Serving TF soldier in 10 Coast Regiment, RNZA at Fort Dorset, Wellington. Attested 16 Mar 1954 in Kayforce 15th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Korea via Port Moresby, Guam to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 17 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. When 16 Fd Regt was withdrawn he was TSFD to 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC in Korea as 2i/c Divisional Petrol Point. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1955 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 6 Jun 1955 from RNZAF Hastings. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jul 1955 and posted back to 10 Coast Regt at Fort Dorset, Wellington. Served in this TF unit until 31 Mar 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM. Living in Hastings 2012. Died Hastings 29 Oct 2015 aged 82 years. |
| HILL, Gordon Henry | 971795 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/08/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Came from Duntroon, North Otago. Served in New Zealand Merchant Navy. Enlisted 26 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA while in training. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 30 Aug 1953. M/I to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU circa 3 Sep 1953. Battery and Troop not known. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954. Embarked on troopship New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 22 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 92 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HILL, Graham Robert Marcus | 15054 | Sick Berth Attendant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Whakatane 13 Jun 1936. Scholar before he entered the RNZN on 4 Feb 1954 as a Probationary Sick Berth attendant (SBA). His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Hawea 3 Sep 1956 then drafted on 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Leading Sick Berth Attendant 1 Jul 1958. Later served in Kaniere on two short postings, Black Prince 22 Apr–1 Oct 1959, Irirangi 23 Dec 1959–27 Feb 1961, Rotoiti 18 May–17 Jun 1961 and Pukaki 3 Sep–7 Oct 1962 returning to Philomel after service in ships and the RNZN Hospital on 8 Oct 1962. Discharged by purchase on compassionate grounds 27 Dec 1962. Entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. He served in the RNZFR for one year and on discharge on 10 Dec 1963 went to Australia and joined the RAN 10 Dec 1963. |
| HILL, James | 208908 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 24/06/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Came from Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Served in H Troop, 2 Sqn. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HILL, John Frederick Edward | 204759 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/01/2055 | 23/03/2055 | Born KawaKawa 7 May 1928. Truck driver for H.H. Adams, Parnell, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 8 Sep 1954. Posted to RNZASC while in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 4 Jan 1955 in RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 7 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Jan, entered Korea 12 Jan and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 14 Jan 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 26 Jan 1955 and was discharged direct to unit 3 Feb 1955. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp Korea 17 Feb 1955. Discharged from Brit Com Fd Hosp 9 Mar 1955 to unit. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 15 Mar and M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 79 days brought back from Korea for police. Discharged 13 Apr 1955. Died Tokoroa. |
| HILL, Raymond Phillip | 34852 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Born Stratford 11 Feb 1928. Regular Force soldier 9 Jan to 27 Jul 1951. Discharged after Basic Recruits Course he was attending was suspended so that students might perform wharf duties during the strike in 1951. Driver for Cambridge Transport, Tokoroa. Enlisted 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Training for Korea was conducted mainly in Papakura. Posted to RNZASC and Corps training was at Burnham Camp. Emplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Apr 1953. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 May 1953 and M/I 4 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 27 Nov 1953, appointed Lance Corporal Spare Drivers and to Lance Corporal 27 Feb 1954. Severely reprimanded 13 Sep 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Oct 1950. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for RTNZ and travelled via Guam and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 197 days. Discharged 19 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1321 was sent on 5 Apr to his given address in Tokoroa. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILL, Robert George | 204465 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/07/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Came from Huntly. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on Qantas flight from Sydney, via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battery and role not known. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on the troopship New Australia at Kure, Japan, bound for Sydney. Completed journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning Auckland 24 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 270 days. Discharged 23 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILL, Robert William | 207796 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 26/03/2051 | Served in BCOF, Japan. (660719, Private, 2 Bn. Labourer from Oamaru. Next-of-kin Mr R. Hill (father) Oamaru.) Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Battle casualty, wounded in action, gunshot wound left leg. Admitted Swedish Hospital Pusan. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 18 Mar 1951 for medical evacuation to NZ via AMF Wing General Hospital, Concord, NSW, Australia. Deplaned NZ on 26 Mar 1951. Served overseas 77 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Mar 1953. Returned to Oamaru. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Oamaru. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Of the five men who returned to NZ on this same flight he was the only one who received a Kayforce Discharge Cert (No.1323) which was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Oamaru. |
| HILL, Robin Bernard | 13418 | Signalman | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/04/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Dunedin 30 Apr 1935. Was a member of the Mosgiel District High School Cadet Unit. Enlisted in the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 21 Sep 1950. After initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona. Served in Lachlan and advanced to Signalman before being drafted to Pukaki. Sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 and served in Korean waters, mainly on the west coast Aug 1955 to Jul 1956. RTNZ on 21 May 1956. Later served in Royalist during the second commission and left NZ on 20 May 1957. Served in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters, in the latter area for only five weeks. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served on Royalist on several occasions advancing to Chief Yeoman. Also served in Blackpool 16 Jun 1966 to 18 Jul 1967 and brought that ship to NZ as a replacement for the RNZN Fleet. Awarded Naval LS&GC Medal 30 Apr 1968 and clasp on 30 Apr 1983. Awarded Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal 9 Jun 1977. Appointed MBE NY Hons 1984. His final appointment was as Warrant Officer Yeoman of Signals at Wakefield in Wellington. Discharged 1 May 1987 to Retiring Allowance having satisfactorily completed 36 years 7 months service. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. Died Lower Hutt on 1 Jun 2019 aged 84 years. |
| HILL, Thomas Allan (Tom) | 34154 | Private | NZ Base HQ Ord Sec | RNZAOC | 10/12/2050 | 04/08/2052 | Born Taupiri, Waikato 27 Jun 1929. Enlisted in the NZ Army 12 Mar 1947. Served BCOF for one year (827489, Sapper, RNZE). Woodworking machinist. RTNZ Discharged. Joined Australian Army and returned to Japan. Discharged from Australian Army 1949. Re-enlisted in NZ Army 1 Dec 1949. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served in RNZAOC in NZ Base HQ Ord Section. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Aug 1952 and reposted to Regular Force. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class RNZEME. LS&GC Medal (Military) 1965. MSM 1979. Discharged 29 Dec 1981. See Service Lives Remembered. Died Australia, 28 Jul 1994 aged 65 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILL, Wales | 208859 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/05/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Dunedin. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Rolls Vol.3, p.215 and again in Vol.9, p.184 as 13723 Private in 30 Bn. His civilian trade is shown as Bridge Builder of Dunedin. His NOK was his father Mr W.C. Hill of Dunedin. Sailed from Auckland 11 Nov 1940 in the Rangatira to Lautoka, Fiji Served in HQ Coy, 4 Pl. This first deployment appeared to be served almost wholly in Fiji. RTNZ and embarked Auckland 3 Jul 1942 on the President Coolidge and sailed for Suva, Fiji. This time he served in 1 Pl, B Coy, of 30 Bn. It is uncertain whether he served in New Caledonia on Guadalcanal, or Nissen Island. Possible he was in all locations. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Uncertainty to where he was posted 10 Tpt Coy, NZ Tpt Pl or Div HQ Tpt Pl. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington deplaning 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 186 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HILL, Walter Edward | 33609 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born in England 15 Mar 1922. Previous service in the British Army (6345288, Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regt) from 12 Apr 1939 to 26 Aug 1946. Was POW in Germany with POW No.15544 held in Stalag XXA (Thorn Podgorz) Poland. Emplaned Auckland 26 Oct 1954 and travelled to Korea by RNZAF Hastings via Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. All Arms Instructor, D&M Instructor. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement 1 Nov 1954. Served in Gloster Valley in Korea. RTNZ by RNZAF aircraft via Okinawa, Townsville and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955. SOS Kayforce 23 Jan 1956 and reposted to Regular Force. Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Discharged from Field Force Command 17 Sep 1970. Medal entitlement, 1939–45 Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and Efficiency Medal (British Army). Living at Orewa in 2005. Died Orewa, Auckland, 2015 aged 92 or 93 years. |
| HILL, William Murray | 206493 | Lieutenant | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Hastings 21 Oct 1924. Came from Havelock North. RNZAF 1943–46 (4310675) and served in Bougainville. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Served in Territorial Air Force 1950–51. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Was attending OCTU course training at Trentham Camp and graduated from Kayforce OCTU, 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Flew to Darwin to join Expansion Force. Travelled by air to Iwakuni via Manila. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as 2i/c ‘C’ Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 8 Jul 1952. Held NZ Post & Telegraph Controller's qualification and was able to assist with training and conducted the examination for Lance Corporal McElwee. Then served in G Troop attached to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953. Appointed MBE for service in Korea (London Gazette, No.40012 dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Territorial Force 1953–70. Also ED with clasp. SOS Emergency Force and is posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZ Sigs, with the rank of Lieutenant, 27 Jul 1954. To report to Military Secretary soon after RTNZ. Died Paekakariki 6 May 2015 aged 90. |
| HILLS, Andrew Lawrence | 206279 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 19/10/2051 | Born Gisborne 26 Jun 1925. Previous service in RNZAF with Service No 433647, rank of Leading Aircraftman and trade of Fitter & Rigger. Served from 27 Mar 1943 to 11 Oct 1945 during which time he served in the Solomon Islands. Discharged from RNZAF Station, Hamilton. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Bulldozer driver from Ngatapa, Gisborne. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Jul 1951 and appointed MT NCO. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Oct 1951 for compassionate RTNZ and discharge. Arrived NZ 19 Oct 1951. Served overseas 314 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Ngatapa, Gisborne. Discharged 4 Dec 1951. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1325 was sent to an address in Gisborne on 5 Apr 1957. Died Gisborne 20 Jul 1988 aged 63 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM which his family may be able to claim. |
| HILLS, Austin John | 203536 | Signalman | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Sigs Troop part of 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Driver and radio operator. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 186 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 6 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1326 was sent on 5 Aug 1957 to his father’s home address in Otahuhu, Auckland. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILLS, Ernest Fraser | 203985 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Auckland 3 Mar 1930. Salesman bookkeeper for Hugh Wright Ltd (Menswear Business) Queen Street, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 26 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 28 Aug 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Sqn. Within two-days he was posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Accidentally injured (minor head injuries) 6 Oct 1951. Played three-quarter in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Auckland Provincial Rep and represented Australia against the British Isles in 1950.) Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged 24 Jun 1953. Living in Australia 2011. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HILLS, Roy Chaplin | 203729 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/08/2051 | Born Patea 13 Oct 1928. Previous service in Army and RNZN (NZ11152) as an Ordinary Seaman on a six-year continuous service engagement. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Fitter and Driver RNZA. Temporary Sergeant Hills to be Sergeant 19 May 1951. To be RTNZ for compassionate reasons. Returned by Qantas flight to Sydney and Teal to deplane Auckland 9 Aug 1951 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Sep 1951. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 12 Apr 1952 but did not re-embark for further service in Korea. Was employed as a Kayforce instructor at Papakura Camp Discharged 13 Jul 1955. Living at Panmure in 2004. Died Auckland 27 Aug 2021 suddenly at his daughter’s residence aged 92 years. |
| HILLSTEAD, Desmond William (Des or Hilly) | 208040 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 04/02/2053 | Attested 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai 15 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan and thence to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and discharge. Deplaned 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 4 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Invercargill in 1996. Died Invercargill at his home 30 Jul 2004. |
| HILTON, John Robert George | 208811 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/07/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Timaru 10 Apr 1928. Came from Nelson. Meteorological observer in the Director of Met Services, Air Dept, Wellington and serving Territorial Air Force member. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Trained for Korean service in Burnham, Waiouru and Trentham. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Jul, entered Korea 27 Jul and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 29 Nov–20 Dec 1953 and again 21 Dec–126 Jan 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(v) List (OCTU). Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Jan and appointed troop TARA (Technical Assistant RA) Bombardier and to Lance Bombardier 9 Feb 1954 Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954. To report to Officer Cadet Training Unit Army Schools Waiouru 11 Mar 1954. Graduated 2nd Lieutenant, Kayforce OCTU, 5 Jun 1954. Re-embarked Harewood for Korea 30 Jun 1954 and deplaned Iwakuni.3 Jul 1954. Re-entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 10 Jul 1954. M/I 16 Fd Regt 11 Jul 1954. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSDF to the NZ Roll. Embarked 10 Nov on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Harewood 20 Nov 1954 from RNZAF Hastings (Flight 2) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 25 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Stuck off the strength of the Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers in the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, 5 Jan 1955. Applied for an appointment in in the NZ Battalion in Malaya but there were no vacancies available. Died 1982 date and place not known. |
| HINAKI, Reginald | 206625 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Born Gisborne 23 Jul 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Bombardier during tour. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 5 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and when forwarded to last known address of recipient they were returned unclaimed. Sent to a new address. Discharged from Kayforce 19 May 1954. Living in Australia 2000. Died Hastings, 10 Feb 2012 aged 79 years. |
| HINDE, Gordon William | 204546 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/02/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Folkstone in the UK. Previous service in the British Army Mar 1944–Nov 1947. Regular serviceman and reached rank of Corporal. Served in Royal Armoured Corps (Territorial Jan 1949–Sep 1950). Served in Egypt. Next-of-kin Mrs B. Hinde (mother) Sherbourne Cres., Coventry, England, UK. Came to NZ and lived in Devonport. Underwent TF service in New Zealand. Butcher at Hellaby’s Meat Works, Westfield, Auckland. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA while in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Embarked Sasebo 16 Feb for sea trip to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Mar 1953. Entered Korea and M/I to 16 Fd Regt 5 May 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 13 Apr–15 Apr 1954. Committed a misdemeanour and was awarded 27 days Field Punishment. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 13 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 4.15pm, on 3 Aug 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 173 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Sep 1954 and went to Otahuhu, Auckland. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HINGA, William Te Aowera (Bill) | 204299 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 15/05/2052 | 21/11/2054 | Enlisted as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned 15 May 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. Also served in 10 Tpt Coy. Went AWOL (possibly with Driver Hapeta) for a few hours which cost him a £3 fine. RTNZ on leave on 8 Dec 1953 and re-embarked for Korea on 10 Feb 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Discharged 18 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. (Sold by AD Hamilton Glasgow 1982.) Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living in Invercargill 1996 and died, 12 Aug 2002. |
| HINGSTON, Murray Ernest | 15039 | Writer | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Ohinemutu, Rotorua, 3 Feb 1930. Attended Te Aute College and Rotorua High School. Clerk and storekeeper at Murupara before joining the RNZN on 4 Feb 1954 as a Probationary Writer. After initial training in Tamaki and in Philomel he was drafted to Kaniere 16 Aug 1955 as a Writer and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters. RTNZ on 8 May 1957 but stayed in Kaniere until 10 Dec 1957 and was drafted to Philomel for the next three years. Drafted to Otago as Leading Writer 19 Jan 1961–15 Jan 1962. Returned to Philomel 16 Jan 1962. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Writer 24 Jan 1963. Later served in Lachlan before again returning to Philomel. Discharged 6 Mar 1969. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDEFSM. |
| HIPPOLITE, John Tone | 208269 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Madsen Bay, French Pass, 25 Aug 1929. Farmer from D'Urville Island. Attested 12 Jun 1951 at Nelson in Kayforce Expansion force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. At NZRTU 28 Aug 1951. Entered Korea 29 Oct 1951. Posted to NZ component 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Attached to Line of Communications Indep Sigs Sqn 29 Oct–13 Nov 1951. Attached to 16 Fd Regt 21–28 Jan 1952 as artillery signalman. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1953. Died Nelson, 17 Nov 1993. |
| HIROTI, Stafford | 579003 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | See under, SMITH, Stafford, the name under which he enlisted in Kayforce. |
| HISHON, Joseph | 204203 | Temporary Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 31/01/2052 | 02/09/2053 | Born Morrinsville, Waikato 21 Sep 1927 Attested 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005). “In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30th June 1953.” Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 2 Sep 1953. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Oct 1953. Died Hamilton 25 Aug 1978 aged 70 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HISLOP, Mervyn James | 206890 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 12/05/2054 | Born Wellington 25 Nov 1929. Farmer employed by T.B. Cranswick, Takapau. Enlisted 16 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 21 Aug and entered Korea 28 Aug 1952. Served in 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and was Admitted to hospital in Sydney late Apr 1954. Emplaned on Teal flight at Sydney and deplaned Wellington 12 May 1954. Served overseas one year 279 days. SOS Kayforce 10 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Applied for second tour to Korea, was acceptable but did not return to Korea. Died Wellington 26 Dec 1985. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HISLOP, Raymond | 211090 | Driver | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 26/08/2053 | 21/06/2055 | Born Wellington 8 Nov 1924. Served in Jayforce, Japan. Embarked Lyttelton 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and entered Japan 19 Aug 1946 Served in 5 NZ Fd Hygiene Section and was later posted to 6 NZ Gen Hosp. Embarked Japan for NZ 17 Sep 1948 and disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948. Discharged 29 Nov 1948. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.60. (635685, Private, NZMC. Forestry Labourer from State Forest, Nelson. Next-of-kin Mrs M. Smyth (mother), Wellington.) Storeman at RNZAF Supply Depot, Gracefield, Lower Hutt. Attested 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while in Waiouru and sent to Burnham Camp for Corps Training. Committed several misdemeanours through his time with Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni Japan 30 Aug 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 26 Sep 1953. Entered Korea 27 Sep 1953 TSFD from RNZASC to RNZAOC 20 Nov 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 22 Jan 1954. M/O NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot 6 Feb 1954. Promoted Lance Corporal 5 May 1954 and to Temporary Corporal 1 Jun 1954. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 1 Sep 1954. Promoted Sergeant 20 May 1955. M/I NZ Base HQ and CTBA attached Brit Com Base Ordnance Depot 31 May 1955 and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Jun 1955 on Qantas for RTNZ to Sydney and deplaned Auckland 21 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 399 days. Discharged 29 Aug 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal only (published in NZ Base HQ RO Part II on 3 Nov 1953). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZGSM (K). |
| HITA, Richard Pakahi | 15833 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Paparoa, Northland, on 18 Jan 1938. Entered RNZN on 13 Mar 1956 on an eight-year engagement and underwent training in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Black Prince 19 Jan–7 Feb 1957. Drafted on 8 Feb 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Served in Philomel 24 Oct 1958–6 Jan 1960 then returned to serve in Royalist 7 Jan–18 Dec 1960. Discharged BNPS 12 Jan 1961 with 30 days invaliding leave. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM if they have not already been claimed. |
| HITCHCOCK, Joseph Gordon | 33987 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/10/2053 | 30/08/2054 | Born Opotiki 7 Sep 1912. Came from Whangarei. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.9 p.185 as Temporary Lance Corporal NZASC. Sailed from NZ between 1 Jul and 31 Dec 1942 for overseas service. He is listed again in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.15 p.66 as a Private in the NZ Medical Corps and appears as if he may have served in 5 Bde in Jayforce. Serving Regular Force soldier. Emplaned 6 Oct 1953 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney for passage to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. SOS Kayforce 28 Sep 1954 and reposted to Regular Force. May have only received the UN Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. He may be entitled to NZSM 1946–59. Died 18 Jun 2001 aged 88 years. |
| HITCHINGS, Geoffrey Andrew | 30420 | Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/09/2054 | 21/11/2054 | Born 7 Sep 1931. Appointed to Kayforce 26 Jul 1954. Embarked for Korea from Australia. 16th Reinforcements. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. Served in Korea 80 days. SOS Kayforce 3 Dec 1954 and reposted to the Regular Force. Served as Bty Commander in 161 Bty, South Vietnam. MBE (Mil) 1969. Later Colonel at NZ Embassy, Washington in 1972–76. CBE (Mil) NY Hons, 1987. Retired as Brigadier, Land Force Command, Takapuna, 24 Jan 1987. Died Remuera, Auckland, 2 Nov 2021 aged 90 years. |
| HITCHINGS, Terence Richard | 211224 | Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/07/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Christchurch 3 Dec 1927. Came from Wellington. Ex NZ Cadet Corps, Gore High School Cadets. Seconded to Kayforce 9 Feb 1953. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Troop Commander, 16 Fd Regt, 9 Dec 1953. RTNZ by air via Manos Island and Townsville. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, 29 Oct 1954, soon after return to NZ. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Christchurch in 2004. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HOANI, Kerehoma (Graham) | 340690 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 23/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Maketu, Bay of Plenty, on 13 Apr 1935. Employed as a labourer before he enlisted in the RNZN on 27 Aug 1954 as a Stoker. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Pukaki on 21 Oct 1954. Sailed from Auckland 23 Jul 1955 for service in SE Asia and in Korea. Met with a serious accident at the Britannia Club, Singapore on 15 Mar 1956 and fractured his spine. He was in the Naval Hospital at HMS Terror in Singapore 16 Mar 1956. Pukaki Sailed from Singapore on 5 Apr 1956 and he remained in hospital. His Posting Card shows he advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 16 Mar 1956 the day he is shown in HMS Terror, Singapore, and he is shown back in Pukaki on 19 May–26 Jun 1956. Pukaki arrived back to NZ on 21 May 1956. Discharged 23 Nov 1956 PUNS with 44 days annual leave and 91 days Retiring leave. A letter from the Department of Maori Affairs states he died at Tauranga Hospital on 2 Apr 1957 aged 22 years. When the RNZN received notice of his passing he was Discharged Dead 14 Apr 1957. It is not known whether any member of his family claimed his medals to which he was later entitled–the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HOAR, Murray Letham | 13035 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Masterton 25 Jul 1930. Served in the RNZN from 9 Jun 1949 to 8 Jun 1955. Like many of his period he trained in Tamaki and then served in Bellona on two occasions. Drafted to Rotoiti 27 Nov 1951 to 19 Mar 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Irirangi Aug 1953 to Sep 1954 then served in Black Prince. DEE 8 Jun 1955. Died Manurewa, 9 Oct 1999 aged 69 years. His widow claimed the NZOSM and KWSM in Sep 2001. |
| HOARE, Peter James Hill | 13077 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Hertfordshire 22 Jan 1916 The son of Walter Stanley and Winifred Watts Hoare nee Hill. Served in the RN and was promoted Lieutenant 14 Mar 1939 (RN Navy List 1939). He was a Lieutenant in the sloop Bridgewater Nov 1943 and in the frigate Hoste Feb 1944. Royal Navy officer on loan to the RNZN 1949-1951. Commander of Tutira during this deployment. OC Tutira 1950–51. Mentioned in Despatches “For distinguished service in Korean waters since 9 July 1950,” (London Gazette, 25 May 1951; NZ Gazette 25 May 1951). “Under the able command of Lieutenant Commander Hoare R.N., Tutira has been a most efficient member of the United Nations escort group. She has played her part to the full initially escorting convoys from Sasebo to Pusan and lately in escorting assault convoys for the landings at Inchon and Don-San and patrolling the approaches to Inchon against interference by submarines, minelayers and sneak craft. During these 4 latter operations she was at sea for 40 days out of 46. Her efficiency and the fine spirit of her company reflect the greatest credit on her commanding officer.” Later he was the Royal Navy Liaison Officer to Korea 1955–56 and was a valuable contact for RNZN ships. Died 18 Berrow Court, Upton-on-Severn, Herefordshire, Monmouthshire 27 Dec 1984 aged 68 years. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HOARE, Winston Cecil Alexandra | 11496 | Engine Room Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born 18 Jan 1926. He served in the RNZAF for two years and 138 days before he entered the RNZN on 15 May 1947 as an Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and was trained in Tamaki. Served in Bellona, Pukaki, Rotoiti and Bellona before he was drafted on 30 Sep 1950 to Rotoiti which sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 6 Feb 1950 and to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 6 Feb 1951. He TSFD to Tutira 1 May 1951 and RTNZ in her arriving Devonport on 30 May 1951 and was posted to Philomel on 31 May 1951. He then served in Bellona and Philomel until drafted to Black Prince on 6 Oct 1954. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class on 6 Aug 1955. Sent to Maori 23 Jul 1956 to bring the Endeavour, our first Antarctic support vessel, to New Zealand. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Black Prince and was drafted to Endeavour 25 May 1960 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 6 Aug 1960. Probably during his time in Endeavour he made one trip to Antarctica. His next posting was to Philomel on 2 Dec 1961 and then to the second Endeavour from 2 Aug 1962 to 7 Feb 1967. He probably served in this ship on its delivery voyage from San Francisco and again visited Antarctica in the next five years. He then served in COMAUCK 8 Feb–4 May 1967. Discharged to RA on 14 May 1967. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 5 Jan 1960. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HOBBS, Anthony Barton Prior | 208860 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 24/06/2053 | 14/10/2053 | Born Dunedin 19 Jun 1930. Previous service in RNZN Volunteer Reserve 1 Nov 1948–25 Nov 1949. Driver for NZ Shipping Coy Timaru. Enlisted 12 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Trained for Korean service in Burnham Camp and was posted to RNZASC. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam, to deplane Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 NZ Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953 and served in HQ Pl. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 10 Aug TSFD to Brit Com Z Med Unit to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Aug 1953. To be RTNZ for Compassionate Discharge. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (Compass). Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 10 Oct 1953 for compass RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 14 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 113 days. SOS Kayforce 5 Nov 1953 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Timaru 16 Jun 1979 aged 48 years. This tour was a very short TOD. Awarded Korean Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HOBBS, Laurence | 208494 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/05/2052 | 04/05/2055 | Born 31 July 1929. Came from Nelson. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay Wellington 14 May 1952 on a Teal flying boat and flew to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 17 May 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. M/I to NZ Base HQ from Div HQ Tpt Pl and remained on the NZ Roll 14 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 May 1954 and deplaned NZ 17 Feb 1954. He intended to take his discharge however re-embarked for Korea on 19 May 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jun 1955. Joined Regular Force. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died 1987. |
| HOBEN, Alan Sydney (Blue) | 13454 | Leading Stores Assistant | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born New Plymouth 10 Sep 1930. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RNZN 22 Sep 1950 as a Probationary Stores Assistant. After training in Tamaki and Philomel his first sea service was in Bellona from 14 Jun 1951 to 17 Apr 1952. Advanced to Stores Assistant (SA) while in this ship. Drafted to Irirangi (Waiouru) from 28 Nov to 2 Mar 1954 and advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 15 Jan 1954. Drafted to Kaniere on 3 May 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Korean waters, mainly on the west coast. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955. Later served in Royalist in the Malayan area. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K). Discharged BNPS and was invalided from the RNZN three months before he completed eight years’ service. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Onehunga, Auckland, 5 Mar 2009 aged 79 years. |
| HOCKENHULL, Fred David Stanley | 13466 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Remuera, Auckland, on 23 Jan 1931. Entered the RNZN on 28 Sep 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona and advanced to Able Seaman on 28 Nov 1951. In Jul 1952 he attended a course at HMAS Cerberus which was followed by a further course at HMAS Penguin, both RAN stations at Sydney. On 2 Feb 1953 Able Seaman Hockenhull was drafted to Kaniere and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 in that ship for service in Korean waters. He advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 27 Jul 1953. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. In Jul he advanced to Leading Seaman. In Sep 1955 he was again drafted to Bellona and was a crew member when it returned to the UK. Like many of Bellona’s crew he was drafted to Royalist on 17 Apr 1956 and sailed this ship to Auckland. While in Royalist on its delivery voyage he advanced to Petty Officer and employed as Director Layer during the Suez crisis. Discharged (compassionate) 14 May 1964 in the rank of Chief Petty Officer Gunnery Instructor. Re-entered the RNZN in Nov 1966. While serving in Otago Petty Officer Hockenhull was awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal with Gratuity in Mar 1968. He was commissioned Ensign and in late 1970 he attended the SD Gunnery Course at HMS Excellent in the UK to enable him to carry out his duties as a gunnery specialist. He later served in Waikato. Discharged in 1976. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), PJM and KWSM. Died Tauranga Public Hosp 5 Mar 2014 aged 85 years. His funeral was held at Waihi Beach Memorial RSA 10 Mar 2014. |
| HOCKEY, Stanley James | 204733 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Kaponga, Taranaki, 30 Sep 1929. Employed as a labourer for Barrel Service Ltd, Penrose, Auckland. Attested 4 May 1954 in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Auckland 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Sep 1954 and MIO to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Dep. Entered Korea 11 Sep and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 12 Sep 1954. Committed a few misdemeanours in Korea. M/O 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP to 55 Indep Fd Sqn RE 17–21 Nov 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Mar 1955. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 233 days. Discharged 17 Jun 1956. Death date and place not known. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HODGE, Albert Ewart John (Ably) | 13399 | Senior Commissioned Engineer | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Plymouth, Devonshire, UK, on 13 May 1914. Senior Commissioned Engineer, Royal Navy. Promoted Acting Warrant Officer with seniority of 1 October, 43. Appointed for course of instruction in submarines 15 Nov 1943 and then served in several of these vessels. Served in Shakespeare 2 May 1944 to 6 Sep 1945. Served in Spirit and Sturdy. Served in Adamant 13 Nov 1946–16 Mar 1948 (submarine depot ship) and appointed to Tremadoc Bay (Bay-class anti-aircraft frigate) 12 Oct 1949. Mentioned in Despatches for gallantry and determination during patrols in one of H.M. Submarines (HMS Shakespeare) (London Gazette, 10 Apr 1945). Appointed to the RNZN at Maori, London 13 May 1950. Left the UK in the Rangitoto 22 May 1950 bound for NZ. On arrival in NZ spent the first few months between Philomel and Tamaki and while at the latter advanced to Senior Commissioned Engineer on 1 Oct 1950. Appointed to Bellona 18 Jan 1951 and took over from Woltersdorf on 21 Jan 1951. Appointed to Taupo on 15 Aug 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 but stayed with Taupo until 31 Oct 1952. Held additional in Philomel to await passage to the UK then held additional to Maori until arrival in UK. Left Auckland on 29 Nov 1952 on the Rangitoto. Reverted to the Royal Navy 13 Mar 1953. While in Taupo he would have been entitled to the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and subsequent recent awards like the NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HODGE, Donald Martin | 14027 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 26 Sep 1936. Joined the RNZN as a Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys on 17 Jan 1952. After his initial training in Tamaki he advanced to Boy 1st Class and was then drafted to Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to serve in Korean waters. Kaniere served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 and went back to Philomel. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 26 Mar 1954. Served in Tui and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 16 Aug 1954. Served in Bellona (Reserve Fleet) 3 Aug–20 Sep 1955. Served in Black Prince 21 Sep 1955–19 Jan 1956 and again 19 Mar 1956–31 Mar 1957. Advanced to Able Seaman 19 Jan 1957 though some of his seniors thought he was not suited being more interested in cars. Drafted to Royalist 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and left Royalist 21 Sep 1958. Later served in Irirangi, Royalist and Lachlan, Otago and Lachlan again. DEE 25 Sep 1962. Although not stated on his file he would have earned the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal for the service in Kaniere. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HODGE, Harold John | 11096 | Electrical Mechanician 1st Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 08/03/2052 | Born Gore 21 Mar 1929. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 15 Nov 1945. After training in Tamaki and advancing to Boy 1st Class he was drafted 24 Dec 1946 to HMS Sultan (a shore station in the UK) and was then drafted to HMNZS Gambia 25 Feb 1947. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 21 Mar 1947. Served in Gambia while it was on station as part of the British Fleet in Japanese waters in 1947. Served in HMNZS Bellona Jan 1948–May 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for Korea to serve with the UN Naval Forces. On 23 Oct 1951 he was TSFD to Hawea and became a member of that ships company until it RTNZ in Mar 1952. Served mainly on the west coast Korean waters on escort and patrol duties. Promoted Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 31 Dec 1951. RTNZ via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. His final service was in Philomel and Tamaki. DEE 20 Mar 1953. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| HODGE, Lionel Ernest | 13055 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Gisborne on 18 Aug 1920 and educated at Palmerston North Boys High School. Served in RNZNVR from 18 Dec 1942 to 28 Apr 1946. For his war service he was awarded the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, War Medal 1939–45 and NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. He then served in the Royal Navy from 29 Apr 1946 to 31 Apr 1952. RN officer on loan to the RNZN. Appointed to Tutira on 30 Oct 1950 until 12 Jul 1951 taking passage to Japan in Rotoiti. During this time Tutira was serving mainly on the west coast Korean waters. TSFD from the RN to the RNZN in the rank of Lieutenant 1 May 1952. His first appointment in RNZN was at the RNZN Office Wellington where he held the appointment of Staff Officer Training. He was 1st Lieutenant in Hawea 29 Aug 1953 and Commanding Officer 4 Sep 1953. CO Rotoiti 3 Jul 1957 until he departed for a course in the UK. Was also CO of Endeavour 22 Oct 1965 for a trip to Antarctica and was then appointed Director of Naval Training 20 Nov 1967. Placed on the Retired List 21 Aug 1970. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, NZ Special Service Medal and KWSM. Living at Warkworth in 2004. |
| HODGE, William Stephen (aka RIKA) | 206281 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 14 Mar 1927. Engineer agriculture contractor at Stockton Coal Mines, then worked in Manawatu and Gisborne. Enlisted in KMB during Aug 1951. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and was employed 162 Bty HQ, ‘Dog’ Troop, Driver Operator. Served in all action from Pusan to North of the 38th Parallel. Wounded by anti-personal mine on 16 Apr 1951, legs and back of body, initial treatment provided by 60 Indian Fd Amb before being TSFD to Brit Com General Hospital in Kure. Was not involved in Kapyong Battle as he was in hospital with his mine injury. Returned to duty after recovery from injury. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1952. Initially returned to Island Bay Wellington. Now known as Wireman Rika. Living Whakatane 2006. |
| HODGINS, John Patrick (Jack) | 203714 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/06/2052 | Born Auckland 6 Feb 1924. Previous service in RNZAF (Service No 445518) and served during WWII in in the Pacific Theatre as a member of 30 Sqn. Attested in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Gun Number in 16 Fd Regt pool. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to RNZA and served in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni on 2 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by air. Deplaned Auckland on 5 Jun 1952 Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, 1939–45 War Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1336 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Auckland. Living in Auckland in 2004. |
| HODGKINSON, Trevor Martyn | 208139 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Christchurch 6 Sep 1924. Served in the Army during WWII with Service No 634604. Entered Camp 31 Oct 1944. Embarked 4 Jan 1945 with 14th Reinforcements and sailed for the Middle East. Entered Egypt 29 Jan 1945. Served in NZ Infantry. CTBA Maadi Camp 15 Oct 1945. Posted from NZ Infantry to Jayforce 18 Oct 1945. Posted to 27 NZ Inf Bn 28 Oct 1945, embarked Naples 19 Feb 1946 and disembarked Kure 20 Mar 1945 for service in Jayforce. Embarked Japan during Aug 1946 for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 8 Sep 1946. Discharged 23 Oct 1956. Served overseas on this TOD one year 358 days. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a labourer for Fletchers Construction Coy Dunedin. Attested i12 Jun 1951 n Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep and disembarked Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and worked in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 28 May 1953. Later awarded NZOSM. Entitled to NZSM 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM Died Christchurch 11 Dec 1989 aged 65 years. |
| HODGMAN, Clifton David | 13625 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 23/07/2055 | 21/07/2056 | Born Sumner, Christchurch 20 Jan 1934. Clifton Hodgman was a member of the Canterbury Sea Cadet Corps at Sumner. Postman at Sumner before joining the RNZN on 17 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. He was re-mustered into the trade of Ordinary Telegraphist on 19 Nov 1951. Posted to Irirangi at Waiouru 9 Sep 1952 to 14 Jan 1953. His first sea service was in Black Prince from 16 Jan–1 Nov 1953. He then returned to Irirangi on 3 Dec 1953 and advanced to Telegraphist, on 23 Feb 1954 when he was then drafted to Pukaki. Served in Pukaki from 24 Feb 1954 to 13 Aug 1956 and during that time served on the Far East station and in Malayan and Korean waters. Later served in Royalist on two occasions and Endeavour for a short time. DEE 19 Jan 1964 in the rate of Radio Supervisor. Awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NGSM (M). Entered the RNZNVR 31 Mar 1978 at Ngaponga (Ponsonby) and qualified for the RNZNVR LS&GC Medal issued in Apr 1985. |
| HODGSON, Andrew David | 207715 | Private | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt Wksp Sec | RNZEME | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Came from Christchurch. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington on 10 Dec 1950 and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan and was employed in the Workshop Section of 16 Fd Regt or 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Flew from Japan to Sydney Australia and then by Teal flight to deplane in New Zealand on 26 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1338 was sent to an address in Christchurch 26 Apr 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HODGSON, Iain James Ernest | 1788 | Acting Electrician | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Thames, NZ, 22 Feb 1924. Farmhand from Thames before joining the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class on 20 Oct 1939. Served in HMS Achilles (cruiser) 7 Oct 1940–16 Apr 1943 and was promoted Ordinary Seaman and to Able Seaman. HMS Marlborough (shore station) 17 Apr–8 Jun 1943, Defiance (torpedo school ship) 22 Sep–18 Nov 1943, Dolphin (Submarine Base at Portsmouth) 19 Nov 1943–11 Feb 1944, Cyclops (Submarine Depot Ship) 12 Feb–19 May 1944 and Ambrose (Submarine Depot Ship) 20 May–18 Jun 1944. Served in Scythian (S-class submarine) 20 Jun–12 Dec 1944. Qualified for Atlantic Star in both ships. Qualified for Pacific Star in Achilles and ‘Burma’ clasp in Scythian. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star (‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps), Pacific Star (‘Burma’ clasp), Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Later served in Bellona and in Tamaki and Philomel. Drafted to Taupo 9 Aug 1951 to 27 Oct 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrol and escort duties. DEE 21 Mar 1953. Issued with Korea and UN Korea Medal 7 Jun 1955. Died prior to Oct 1993. Entitled to NZOSM. |
| HODGSON, Leslie Gordon | 203803 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 08/06/2051 | Previous service in RNZN (Service No 10817). Enlisted in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950 and entered camp the same day for training for Korean service. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. One of three men who had turned up shortly before noon as he had been AWOL and were escorted off the ship at the embarkation. He avoided the Military Police who were trying to prevent him re-boarding and jumped across a two-metre gap and boarded the ship. (See Dominion Post report dated 21 Jul 2007). RNZASC Driver Artillery platoon. ETD Iwakuni 30 May 1951. RTNZ for medical reasons a cot case. Discharged 13 Nov 1951 and returned to Putaruru. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Putaruru. Died Tauranga, 29 May 1999. |
| HODGSON, Samuel | 206494 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Came from Ahipara, via Kaitaia. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1339 was sent 5 Apr 1957 to his given address in Newton, Auckland. Discharged 28 Jul 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HODGSON, Stanley Edward | 12052 | Leading Stoker Mechanic 3rd Class | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Huntly, Waikato, 31 Jan 1929. Mill hand and driver before joining the RNZN as a Stoker on 27 May 1948. After initial training in Tamaki his first seagoing duty was in Bellona from 29 Sep 1948 to 29 Aug 1951. Promoted Stoker Mechanic 27 Apr 1949 and to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 20 Mar 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korea. Served mainly on west coast of Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Promoted Leading Stoker Mechanic 20 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 26 May 1964. Later became a scaffolder after discharge from the RNZN. Lived at Waikino about halfway between Waihi and Paeroa. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Thames Hospital 26 Sep 2001 aged 72. |
| HOERARA, George Kingi | 211075 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 08/04/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Te Araroa 2 Jan 1926. Butcher for the Gear Meat Company at Petone but was living at Masterton at the time he enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 8 Apr 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 and entered Korea 23 Apr 1953. Served in C Troop (Divisional Telephone Line Troop based at Div HQ), 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt in Korea 8 Apr 1953–20 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan. Completed RTNZ on Teal flight from Sydney to Harewood deplaning 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 227 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force 7 Sep 1961, NZ Regt (later 1 RNZIR). Gurr’s Battalion. Deplaned Singapore 16 Aug 1963 and served in 11 Platoon, D Coy. Promoted Temporary Corporal 25 Jun64 while holding appointment of Section Commander. Served on the Thai Border and in Pontian and Labis. Served in Borneo from 17 May 1965. Also served in Poananga’s Battalion. Awarded GSM 1962 clasps ‘Borneo’ and ‘Malay Peninsula’. RTNZ on RNZAF flight NSL 30 ETA Whenuapai 22 Nov 1966. Returned to Singapore 15 Nov 1967 and was reposted to 1 RNZIR. Later V2 Company 2RAR (ANZAC) Bn. Arrived in South Vietnam 16 Dec 1967. TSFD to W1 Coy, Corporal section commander. KILLED IN ACTION, VIETNAM, 26 Jan 1968. Enemy minefield at Long Green, Nui Dat. His remains were repatriated to NZ and buried at Te Araroa, East Coast. Memorial Cross was issued on 7 May 1968. Fine soldier with a good sense of humour. NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZGSM (M) were issued to his nephew at a presentation at Parliament on 3 Sep 2003. His body was recovered and brought back to NZ and buried at Te Araroa, approx 175km north of Gisborne. |
| HOFFMAN, Vincent Bernard (George) | 13937 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Christchurch 8 Mar 1936. Entered RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 27 Sep 1951. After his initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona. Drafted as Boy 1st Class to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 to Korean waters via Sydney, the Java Sea to Singapore and Hong Kong. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman during this service. Mostly served on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Completed most of his seagoing service in the NZ frigates but did serve in Black Prince for a very period of one week as he took passage to attend a course at HMAS Rushcutter. Served in Pukaki at the atomic bomb tests at Christmas Island Aug Sep 1958. Later promoted WOS 25 Sep 1974. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, Naval LS&GC Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZSSM and KWSM. Living in Blenheim in 2001. |
| HOGAN, Gilbert Edward | 10641 | Leading Mechanic (Engineering) | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/06/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Auckland 17 Jun 1923. Railway porter at Whangarei. Attested for 1 Bn Nth Auckland Regt in Aug 1941 and after very short time was TSFD to RNZN but was not called for some time. His WWII naval service was from 22 Feb 1945, Stoker 2nd Class to 31 Mar 1946. Served in Kiwi on minesweeping duties and in 1946 served in both Achilles and Bellona. WWII medals Pacific Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Discharged on 26 Jan 1947. Applied to re-enter the RNZN and recommenced service on 31 Jan 1952 as Stoker Mechanic. Served in again in Kiwi, then drafted to Bellona, before drafting to Kaniere on 16 Jun 1954. Sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 for Korea. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 12 Feb 1955. Served in Korean waters Nov 1954 to late Mar 1955 and RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. Later served in Royalist 1957–58 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. He advanced Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic (Local). His next ship was Black Prince (Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic then back to Royalist in 1960–62 for further service in Malayan waters. DEE 20 Jan 1964. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HOGAN, Glen Barry (Hogie) | 622028 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 01/05/2052 | 14/11/2053 | Born Marton 6 Aug 1931. Carpenter employed by McIndoe and North, Oxford Street, Marton. Attested 10 Jan 1952 with his father's approval, as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Linton, Burnham and Waiouru camps for different topics of his employment. Emplaned Auckland 1 May 1952 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 6 May 1952 and entered Korea the next day. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 10–14 May 1952. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl and attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Concert Party 8–25 May 1953 and returned to his unit. Accidentally injured 24 Sep 1954 with 2nd degree burns to his face by explosion of petrol stove. Admitted to 38 Canadian Fd Amb and was discharged to his unit 27 Sep 1953. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Oct 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 23 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 14 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 198 days. SOS Kayforce 12 Jan 1954 and re-posted to TF unit, initially C Coy 1 WWCT Regt then to 2 Regt RNZA 1 Oct 1959. Served until 1 Nov 1962 and was discharged as Sergeant. He lost his Korea Medal late 1960 and requested a replacement which was supplied for 11 shillings in Feb 1961. Living in Whanganui 2004. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui 3 Aug 2012 aged 80 years. |
| HOGAN, Ivor Louis | 33553 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/09/2052 | 22/05/2054 | Born 15 Sep 1929. Came from Takapuna. Attested as an RF soldier 27 Jun 1949. Promoted Lance Bombardier 9 Jun 1952 while still in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 1 Sep 1952 to Sydney and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU and Promoted Bombardier 16 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 20 Oct 1953 and to Sergeant 1 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 May 1954 and deplaned Auckland 22 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 267 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Jul 1954 and was re-posted to the Regular Force in the rank of Bombardier. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Regular Force 23 Jul 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Thames, 21 Jul 2014 aged 84 years. |
| HOGAN, Maurice David | 204136 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Raetihi 16 Aug 1925. Bushman for Morningside Timber Co, Mangapehi Waitomo area. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Sailed from Sasebo 31 Aug, disembarked Korea 2 Sep 1951 and M/I Posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. Admitted Norwegian MASH 26 Oct, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged 29 Oct 1951 to NZ Base HQ and moved onto NZRTU 1 Nov 1951. Nearly two months later he was returned to NZ Base HQ 29 Jan 1952. M/O from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 31 Jul 1952. Posted from NZRTU to 10 Tpt Coy 5 Aug 1952 and M/I to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD to the NZ Roll 23 Feb 1953. Highest rank in Korea Temporary Lance Corporal while holding appointment as Sanitary NCO. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 244 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 May 1953. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taumarunui 11 Sep 2008 aged 83 years. |
| HOGAN, Neville James | 203883 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/06/2056 | Born, Auckland. Previous service in the Army during WWII in 2 NZEF. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.15, p.67. Shown as a Private with Service No 449957, Brass Turner living at Otahuhu. Attested 12 Jun 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Initially a Gun Number in NZ Reinf and Trg Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier during tour in Korea. RTNZ on furlough 17 Feb 1954. Re-embarked for Korea on 6 Apr 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Sergeant. Attached FAP to 1 Comwel Div Rear 4 Jul 1954 replacing Sergeant Show who would soon be returning to NZ Base HQ. Remained in Korea until he emplaned 17 Jun 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. A Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1343 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Auckland to a man named HAGAN, N.J. but no man with this surname has been found to have served in Korea during this period. It is assumed that it has been an error in the list of Kayforce Discharge Cert and this certificate was meant for Neville James Hogan. Died Papatoetoe, circa 2005. |
| HOGAN, O B | 0 | ? | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt? | RNZA | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | A Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1341 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Marton and then returned to Base Records where it remains. No one of this name and initials has yet been found to have served in Korea. |
| HOGAN, Thomas Gordon | 12264 | Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Fulham, London 1 Sep 1922. Was a schoolboy before he entered the RN on 23 Aug 1938 as an Engine Room Artificer Apprentice with Service No E/MX 57753. His training was conducted in Caledonia and continued in MTE Rosyth which was part of Caledonia until drafted on 26 Jun 1942 to Pembroke. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 5th Class 1 Jul 1942. Drafted on 23 Jul 1942 to Sheffield (light cruiser) known as ‘Shiny Sheff’ because she was the first RN vessel to have all her fittings made from stainless steel rather than brass. She served in the North Atlantic on Russian convoy protection and later in Operation Torch (Landings in North Africa). Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 1 Jan 1943. Served in Pembroke 25 Jul–11 Aug 1943. Drafted to Dolphin on 12 Aug 1943 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 30 Aug 1943. Drafted to Cyclops (submarine repair and depot ship) on 22 Dec 1943. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class Chief Petty Officer on 8 Mar 1944. Attached per Forth (Sub depot ship) to HMSub Trump and later served in Adamant 11 Jan–31 Dec 1945 still attached to HMSub Trump. Tom Hogan returned to Dolphin and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 1 Jan 1946 and stayed there until 14 Jan 1948. He spent six more months in Dolphin. Released on 13 Jun 1948 to transfer to the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Cook on 14 Jun 1948 as an Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class. Drafted to HMS Loch Shin on 19 Aug 1948 and on 13 Sep 1948 he was drafted to Taupo as Loch Shin had now become. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer on 7 Jul 1949. Drafted to Pukaki on 12 Aug 1949 and remained in her until 22 Dec 1950. Advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer 7 Jul 1950. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Pukaki RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. He then served in Kaniere 23 Dec 1950–20 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 21 Nov 1951. This ship sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 bound for Korea. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. The remainder of his time in the RNZN was served in Philomel. DEE 15 Jun 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star (‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp), Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HOGARTH, John Henry | 203749 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Previous service in Army and Navy. Enlisted in KMB during Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 179 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Jul 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1344 was sent on 5 Apr 1957 to an address in Hamilton. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HOGG, Leslie | 208574 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 29/09/2053 | Born Nelson 25 Nov 1919. Previous service in the Merchant Navy for four and a half years as a seaman employed by Nelson Breweries. Enlisted 22 Feb 1953 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 as a Technical Assistant on Teal flight to Sydney and continued therefrom by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1954 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Battle casualty slightly wounded 16 Nov 1952 caused by a small flying pebble from shell burst in his right eye. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb, then to Norwegian MASH 16 Nov 1952 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure 21 Nov 1952. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp 1 Dec 1952 to NZ Base HQ, then to NZRTU. M/O NZRTU 31 Dec 1952 on posting to 16 Fd Regt. M/I 16 Fd Regt 3 Jan 1953. Went AWOL three days 18 hours 15 Mins from 10 May 1953 to 14 May. Committed several offences thereafter and spent almost 80 days in detention spread over four occasions. To be returned as soon as possible (compassionate reasons). Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1953 and deplaned Wellington 29 Sep 1953. Served overseas one year 87 days. Discharged 10 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Lake Rotoroa 10 Dec 1990 aged 71 years. |
| HOGG, Robert Alexander | 207052 | 2nd Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born 11 May 1931. Came from Kurow. Serving TF. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 10 Jul 1952. Emplaned Wellington 16 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Gun Position Officer, 18 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-embarked for Korea on 10 Mar 1954. Temporary Captain while employed as a Troop Commander 16 Fd Regt, RNZA, 12 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Korea one year 143 days. SOS Emergency Force and The Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, 22 Jan 1956. Died 2018. |
| HOLBROOK, Robert Frank | 14485 | Leading Telegraphist | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Fulham, London 1 Sep 1922. Was a schoolboy before he entered the RN on 23 Aug 1938 as an Engine Room Artificer Apprentice with Service No E/MX 57753. His training was conducted in Caledonia and continued in MTE Rosyth which was part of Caledonia until drafted on 26 Jun 1942 to Pembroke. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 5th Class 1 Jul 1942. Drafted on 23 Jul 1942 to Sheffield (light cruiser) known as ‘Shiny Sheff’ because she was the first RN vessel to have all her fittings made from stainless steel rather than brass. She served in the North Atlantic on Russian convoy protection and later in Operation Torch (Landings in North Africa). Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 1 Jan 1943. Served in Pembroke 25 Jul–11 Aug 1943. Drafted to Dolphin on 12 Aug 1943 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 30 Aug 1943. Drafted to Cyclops (submarine repair and depot ship) on 22 Dec 1943. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class Chief Petty Officer on 8 Mar 1944. Attached per Forth (Sub depot ship) to HMSub Trump and later served in Adamant 11 Jan–31 Dec 1945 still attached to HMSub Trump. Tom Hogan returned to Dolphin and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 1 Jan 1946 and stayed there until 14 Jan 1948. He spent six more months in Dolphin. Released on 13 Jun 1948 to transfer to the RNZN. Entered the RNZN at Cook on 14 Jun 1948 as an Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class. Drafted to HMS Loch Shin on 19 Aug 1948 and on 13 Sep 1948 he was drafted to Taupo as Loch Shin had now become. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer on 7 Jul 1949. Drafted to Pukaki on 12 Aug 1949 and remained in her until 22 Dec 1950. Advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer 7 Jul 1950. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Pukaki RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. He then served in Kaniere 23 Dec 1950–20 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 21 Nov 1951. This ship sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 bound for Korea. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. The remainder of his time in the RNZN was served in Philomel. DEE 15 Jun 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star (‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp), Burma Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HOLDAWAY, Graeme | 203826 | 2nd Lieutenant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born Feilding 13 May 1928. Came from Aranga, Dargaville. Signals Troop radio technician from Devonport. Embarked 12 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty, Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by air via Australia. Deplaned Auckland 7 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce shortly after RTNZ and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tauranga 6 Nov 2021 aged 83 years. |
| HOLDEN, John Alan Douglas | 690021 | Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 21/11/2054 | Born Hastings 7 Apr 1930. Clerk WD and HO Wills (NZ) Ltd, Wellington. Serving TF in NZ Scottish Armoured Corps. Attested 22 Apr 1953. Posted to RNZA while in Waiouru. Attended Kayforce Officer Selection Board Burnham. Attached FAP Army Schools Waiouru for OCTU 19 Sep 1953 and qualified as 2nd Lieutenant. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954 from another civil flight. Posted to 16 Fd Regt from NZRTU. M/O attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 26 Jul–7 Aug 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. To be 2LT, Temporary Lieutenant while holding appointment of B Troop Gun Position Officer, 161 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation and embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Promoted Acting Lieutenant on TSFR to NZ Roll. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 4). Served overseas 285 days due to rundown of Kayforce. SOS Kayforce 31 Dec 1954 and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List. TSFD from the Reserve of Officers General List to be Lieutenant with seniority from 10 May 1955 in 1 Fd Regt RNZA. Died North Shore Auckland 7 Dec 1998 aged 68 years. Buried North Shore Memorial Park. |
| HOLDER, Leonard Ferner (Len) | 33854 | Corporal | NZ Base HQ Ord Sec | RNZAOC | 31/01/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born Ohau, Levin, 28 Sep 1930. Regular Force soldier. Seconded to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on HMT Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Served in Base Ordnance Depot, Pusan 1952. Served with RAOC, British Army in 1953. Attached to Black Watch for a period. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. SOS Kayforce 29 Oct 1953 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Married Teresa Mortimer, an Army Nursing Sister at Waiouru Camp at the time of the Tangiwai rail disaster and became known as the 'Angel of Tangiwai’ for her deeds that night. Sister of 208611 Gunner R.H. Mortimer (D.O.W. Korea 14 Sep 1952). Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Invercargill in 2004. Was President Southland KVA. Died Invercargill 15 Aug 15, aged 84 years. |
| HOLDER, Westall Henry (West) | 204137 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 20/04/2053 | Born 25 Sep 1926. Previous service in RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 261 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jun 1953. Living at Te Kuiti in 1996. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Te Kuiti 4 Nov 2015 aged 88 or 89 years. Buried RSA Section Te Kuiti New Cemetery. |
| HOLDING, John Alexander Sutherland (Jack) | 11282 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Wellington, 7 Jul 1928. Entered the RNZN as an Ordinary Telegraphist on a six-year engagement on 25 Jul 1946. Underwent training in Tamaki. He changed trade to Stoker 2nd Class on 28 Apr 1947 and more training followed in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona for his first sea service 19 Jun 1947–25 Sep 1947. Advanced to Stoker Petty Officer 21 Aug 1947 and then to Stoker Mechanic 30 Jan 1948. Also served in Arbutus, Hawea, Kiwi and Pukaki before being drafted to Hawea on 19 Jan 1951. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1952 for Korea. While in Korean waters he was TSFD to Rotoiti on 8 Sep 1951 and remained with that ship until it RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Commented that the “Korean Beer tasted b___ awful–and now I don't drink any more”. Served in Philomel then Stawell. DEE 24 Jul 1952. Both Korea medals issued and sent for engraving at RNZN Dockyard 5 Nov 1957. Later these were sent to recipient's home in Auckland. Issued a duplicate un-named set for ANZAC Day 1958 which were returned. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Invercargill in 2004. Died Auckland 27 Jan 2007 aged 77 years. |
| HOLLAMBY, Raymond George | 920237 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/03/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Waimate, 10 Dec 1931. Barman at the Grand Hotel, Dunedin. Enlisted in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements 6 Oct 1953. Emplaned Wellington 24 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney, then travelled on by Qantas via Port Moresby, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 27 Mar 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 3 Apr 1954 and entered Korea the same day. M/I 16 Fd Regt 6 Apr 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and was TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 15 Oct 1954. Played rugby for Kayforce? RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings over a similar route and deplaned Auckland 7 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sidney. Served overseas one year 45 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 8 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit (1 Otago Southland Regt). Returned to Dunedin. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Christchurch hospital 22 Dec 2014 aged 83 years. Buried East Taieri Cemetery. |
| HOLLAND, Graham William Thomas | 459322 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 26/03/2053 | 02/10/2054 | Born Whakatane 17 May 1931. Millhand at Timber Traders, Te Rapa, Hamilton then Bricklayer's Labourer for A.T. Morrison, Hamilton. Served in 6th intake CMT Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 26 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil flight to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 7 Apr 1953, entered Korea the same day and M/I to his unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1953 and appointed Line NCO, then to Lance Corporal 6 Nov 1953. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP NZ Base HQ 9 Feb 1954. It appears that his trip to NZ Base HQ took some time as he did not M/I until 17 Feb 1954 some eight days after leaving his unit. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and CBTA NZ Base HQ 12 Mar 1954. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 13 Jul 1954 to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 2 Oct 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 191 days. SOS Kayforce 25 Nov 1954 and reposted to TF unit (2 Sqn, 1 Div Sigs Regt). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Auckland 26 May 1980 aged 49 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOLLAND, Thomas James | 15626 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Belfast, County Down, Northern Ireland 12 Jan 1928. Rayon spinner before joining the Royal Navy. Enlisted as an Able Seaman (Quarters Rating 3rd Class) in the RNZN on 20 Feb 1956 at Maori, London. After familiarisation in Philomel was drafted to Kiwi 1 Nov 1956–6 Jan 1957. His wife and daughter subsequently joined him in NZ in late 1957. Drafted to Black Prince7 Jan–2 Apr 1957. Next drafted to Royalist 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in Royalist until 21 Sep 1958. Apart from further service in Royalist 23 Aug 1960 to 13 Dec 1961 all his service was in Tamaki or Philomel. DEE 19 Feb 1962. Died Auckland 2 Dec 1979 aged 50 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Were awards ever claimed by his wife or daughter. |
| HOLLANDS, Eric James (Dutchy), | 12863 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Nightcaps, Central Otago, 21 Dec 1930. His NOK was his brother who was an ex-RNZAF serviceman. Enlisted in the RNZN as a Stoker on 13 Jan 1949. After initial training he was drafted to Bellona on 3 Sep 1949 for his first sea service. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 13 Dec 1949. Served in Tamaki 29 Aug to 22 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti as Acting Leading Stoker on 23 Nov 1951. Sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the Korea west coast. Went ashore in landing parties on two occasions. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Later served in Bellona again 23 Jan 1954–7 Jan 1955. Later Acting POEM. His medals were stolen circa 1994 and replaced at cost in 1998. DEE 12 Jan 1955 and returned to Southland. Also awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Eric re-visited to Korea 2013. Died calmly at Auckland Hospital 20 Apr 2021 aged 90 years. |
| HOLLEY, Vivian Edward | 204083 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Hokitika 28 Feb 1925. Served in 2nd Section Jayforce BCOF, Japan. (His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.61 as 640558, Driver, NZASC. Timber worker from Putaruru. Next-of-kin Mr E.T.C. Holley (father), Putaruru.) Embarked HMT Chitral Lyttelton 31 Jul 1946 and served in 19 NZASC Coy. Embarked Japan 6 Aug 1947 for RTNZ disembarking Wellington 27 Aug 1947. Attested in the Regular Force 10 Sep 1946 with Service No 32846. Stated he served for six months but was discharged 23 Oct 1948. Bushman for NZ Forest Products, Putaruru. Attested 15 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force circa 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 6 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep and disembarked Korea 10 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I 10 Sep 1951. Accidentally injured on two occasions both injuring his left ankle. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb and TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot before returning to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 24 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 328 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Initially returned to Putaruru. These were lost and replaced at cost ($92 in 1999). Discharged from Kayforce 6 Sep 1953. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Putaruru 26 Nov 1999 aged 74 years. |
| HOLLIS, Vincent Graham | 204466 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 25/05/2054 | Born 4 May 1925. Came from Thames. Served in the RNZN and in Jayforce. Emplaned 16 Aug 1952 at Auckland on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. M/I to 16 Fd Regt LAD. M/O from 16 Fd Regt LAD and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA 28 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 25 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1954. Died Paeroa, 28 Jun 2005 aged 80 years. |
| HOLLOWS, James David | 211342 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 20/04/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Christchurch 19 Aug 1929. Refrigeration engineer employed by McAlpine Refrigeration Ltd Wellington. Trained in Waiouru and Burnham for Korea. Sent to Burnham for Officer Selection Board 8–13 Mar 1954 but was not selected. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 as a GNR on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 6 May 1954. Entered Korea 8 May and M/I to his unit. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 21–28 Oct 1955. M/I 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA NZ Base HQ 31 Oct 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 26 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 234 days. Discharged 13 Feb 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Christchurch 9 Oct 2016 aged 87 years. |
| HOLMAN, William Thomas, | 12637 | Yeoman of Signals | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Shephard’s Bush, London, UK, 14 Feb 1922. Employed as a fitter’s assistant before he entered the RN on 21 Feb 1938 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Ganges and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 31 Jul 1948 then became Signalman Boy on 9 Apr 1939. Served in Drake for one month. Drafted to Furious (battleship modified to carrier) on 16 May 1939. During early WWII She was involved in hunting for German raiders in the North Atlantic in 1940 was involved in the Norwegian campaign. Advanced through Ordinary Signalman, Signalman, to Acting Leading Signalman (Temporary) 13 Jun 1941. Drafted to Illustrious (carrier) on 19 Oct 1941–17 Oct 1945 serving almost the whole of WW 2 in just two ships. During these years he advanced to Yeoman of Signals. He served in two shore stations and in Gambia 13 Aug 1946–7 Feb 1947. Discharged by Purchase 13 Jun 1947. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Burma Star ‘Pacific’ clasp, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Cook in London on 13 Feb 1949 as Signalman and advanced to Yeoman of Signals on the next two-days. Drafted to Tutira and was a member of the crew who sailed this vessel to NZ. He served in Bellona, Philomel, Taupo and was drafted to Rotoiti on 22 Nov 1951. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He was TSFD to Taupo on 18 Sep 1952 and RTNZ in her arriving 21 Oct 1952. He was next posted to Philomel and advanced to Chief Yeoman of Signals on 1 Nov 1952. He then served in Toroa, Bellona and Pegasus. Discharged SNLR 23 Feb 1955. Awarded Korean Medal and UN Korea Medal 18 Dec 1953 for his RNZN service. |
| HOLMES, Alexander Robert | 203660 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Served in BCOF, Japan. (811889, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Farm Hand from Opotiki. Next-of-kin Mrs O.R. Wisnewski (sister) Opotiki.) Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Photographed at a baseball stadium in Manila Dec 1950 while on the way to Japan. This photo was published in the Auckland Weekly News late 1950. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951 Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 7 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jul 1952. Brother of Alfred Anthony Holmes, Russell Eric Holmes, below and William Henry Holmes (who served in Jayforce). |
| HOLMES, Alfred Anthony | 204696 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/11/2053 | 13/05/2055 | Born Whanganui 31 Mar 1929. Applied to enlist in the Regular Force in 1948 but withdrew at his own request in May 1948. Driver for G.L Martin, Cartage Contractor at Putaruru. Enlisted in Kayforce 30 Jun 1953. Emplaned Auckland 3 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air and deplaned Japan 7 Nov 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 29 Dec 1953 and entered Korea 29 Dec. Served mainly in the Imjin River area. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Embarked 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed the journey to deplane Auckland 13 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 192 days. Discharged 10 Sep 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 192 days. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Brother of Alexander Robert, Russell Eric Holmes and William Henry Holmes (who served in Jayforce). Died 4 Feb 1994 aged 64 years. |
| HOLMES, Donald Arthur | 11588 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Linwood, Christchurch, 30 Oct 1929. He was an employee of the NZ Post & Telegraph Department before he entered the RNZN on 2 Oct 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki and was drafted to Bellona on 14 Jun 1948. Drafted to Taupo 17 Feb 1949 and advanced to Able Seaman 2 Apr 1949. Drafted to Pukaki on 21 Sep 1949–10 Feb 1950. Served in Tamaki on 11 Feb 1950–17 Jan 1951. Drafted to Taupo 18 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Hawea 19 Oct 1951 and came back to NZ on 8 Mar 1952. Later served in Philomel, HMNZS Tasman (a Reserve unit) Bellona and Tui. DEE 29 Oct 1953. Presumed that he was awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HOLMES, Frank Darrell | 204753 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 20/06/2056 | Born Liverpool, UK, 7 Nov 1925. Worked on the wharves at Auckland before enlisting in Kayforce. Emplaned Whenuapai 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight from Whenuapai to Sydney, Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Driver D.M. Beard was off loaded because of Measles. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Trg Unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954 and entered Korea 12 Nov 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal; 5 Apr 1955 and appointed Section 2i/c. Promote Temporary Corporal and appointed i/c Section then promoted Temporary Sergeant 10 Feb 1956 and appointed Transport Sergeant. Granted a further 12-month extension of service in Korea dating from 1 May 1956. Emplaned 17 Jul 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Discharged 13 Aug 1956. Enlisted in the Regular Force 11 Aug 1958 and posted to NZ Regt for duty as a driver. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). May have been known as Henry James Callaghan with Royal Navy service. Died 20 Jul 2006 aged 80 years. |
| HOLMES, George Henry | 203537 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/05/2051 | Previous service in RNZAF. Employed as a vehicle mechanic. Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Vehicle Mechanic and served in 16 Fd Regt LAD and with 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 May 1951 for RTNZ as a walking medal evacuee deplaning Auckland 15 May 1951. Served overseas 109 days. Discharged 5 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to his address in Epsom, Auckland. Died Silverdale, 26 Nov 1994. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOLMES, Kenneth John Alexander | 203538 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born 11 Nov 1927. Came from Auckland. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted from Reinforcement Unit to 16 Fd Regt 19 Jan 1951. Regimental Signaller. Pictured in the Weekly News of 16 May 1951 with Gunner E.T. Moody (also of Auckland) trying to keep warm during a snowfall. M/O from 16 Fd Regt and M/I 10 Tpt Coy and attached FAP 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned 2 Aug 1952 at Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 236 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Sep 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1358 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM 1950–53. Died 2001. |
| HOLMES, Russell Eric | 536354 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/08/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Auckland 19 Jul 1930. Driver for NZ Forest Products, Tokoroa. Attested 21 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. His training was con ducted in Papakura. Posted to RNZ Sigs. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1954. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 24 Sep 1953 and entered Korea 25 Sep. M/I to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 29 Sep 1953. Attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy 31 May–5 Jun 1954 to attend a D&M Course. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt 3 Jun 1954 and CTBA 10 Tpt Coy. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 5 Jun 1954. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation, TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954 and embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 4) ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 102 days. Discharged from Kayforce on 14 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1359 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Bennydale south-east of Te Kuiti. Brother of Alfred Anthony Holmes, Alexander Robert HOLMES and William Henry HOLMES (who served in Jayforce). Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Hamilton 5 Mar 1986 aged 56 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HOLMSTEAD, Ernest George | 73105 | Sergeant | Attached 88 Sqn RAF | RNZAF | 01/01/1970 | 01/01/1970 | Born Enfield, Middlesex, UK, 4 May 1919. Previous service in RAF Volunteer Reserve. (569057 Flight Sergeant). Entered the RNZAF on 2 Nov 1949. Crew in 40 Sqn on routine flights to Japan. Attached to 88 Squadron, RAF (Sunderland flying boats) as an Armament Fitter from Jan–May 1953. Was involved in flights in Malaya, Korea and spent four days in South Vietnam. Stationed at Iwakuni, Japan for about a month and whilst there flew on a number of operational sorties with the Flying Boat Wing detachment. Ernie Holmstead was not posted for duty at Iwakuni with the RNZAF. RTNZ on 40 Sqn flight. Regular service with RNZAF from 24 Nov 1949 until Jul 1964. Retired as Warrant Officer. One of a handful of RNZAF personnel who served in Korea. Medal entitlement Defence Medal 1939–45, War Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, RNZAF LS&GC Medal and KWSM. Died Wellington 29 Apr 2015 aged 95 years. |
| HOLMWOOD, Ernest Arthur | 208270 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Previous service during WWII. Came from Takaka. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni and entered Korea a short time later. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Emplaned 6 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1360 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Takaka. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Nelson, 6 Jan 1995. |
| HOLT, Brian John | 204398 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZA | 14/07/2052 | 29/03/2054 | Born Frankton Junction 25 Mar 1929. Bulldozer driver for MOW Hamilton. Attested in Kayforce 22 Feb 1952. Initial training in Papakura Camp then sent to Burnham Camp for Corps Training. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jul 1952 on RMA Ararangi (Teal flight) to Sydney and continued by air to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 16 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in A Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 5 May 1953, to Temporary Corporal 13 Jul 1953 and to Corporal 12 Oct 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/O to Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 16 Feb 1954. Embarked 27 Feb 1954 on SS Changte at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan, Cairns and Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Auckland 29 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 259 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 31 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1361 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Frankton Junction, Hamilton. Died Taupo 8 Nov 1971 aged 42 years. Later awarded (2006) NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOLT, David Michael | 460388 | Corporal | ? | RNZ Sigs | 12/03/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Radier Farm, Grouville Jersey, Channel Islands 20 Nov 1929. Registration date 22 Nov 1943 while to island was occupied by German force. Next-of-kin Mr A.A. Holt, Radier Farm, Grouville, Jersey, Channel Isles. Embarked Southampton 31 Mar 1950 in NZ Shipping Co ship Atlantis bound for Wellington. He was working in Ngaruawahia before he enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Further information scarce. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving on 8 Sep 1954. SOS Kayforce 7 Nov 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1362 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Ngaruawahia. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K) in Apr 2013. |
| HOLTHAM, Arthur James (Jim) | 206174 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 31/05/2052 | Born Pahiatua on 3 May 1927. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (816735, Temporary Corporal, NZ Base HQ, also Vickers Machine Gunners in 3 NZ Bn at Yamaguchi. Farm Hand from Marton. Next-of-kin, Mrs S.C. Holtham, Petone.) Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served from Pusan to the Imjin River and was involved in the major gun battles in which 16 Fd Regt took part. Took part in trials for the NZ Rugby team to play against the Japan Universities Team. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 26 May 1952 and deplaned NZ on 31 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Aug 1952 and went to his father’s home in Petone. Awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1363 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Palmerston North. Worked for 30 years with Fletcher Steel. Living in Palmerston North 2003. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Palmerston North 3 Dec 2014, aged 87 years. |
| HOLYOAKE, Robert Anthony | 15363 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Matamata 9 Feb 1939. Employed as a grocer’s assistant before he entered the RNZN on 31 Mar 1955. Entered Tamaki as Boy 2nd Class and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 16 Dec 1955 and to Junior Mechanician (Engineering) on 18 Apr 1956. Served in Philomel 19 Apr 1956–13 Jan 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 7 Aug 1956. Also served in Black Prince 14 Jan–1 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist on 2 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Served in Korean waters for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ served in Philomel, Tamaki, Black Prince and Rotoiti. Discharged SNLR 12 May 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HONETANA, Wiremu Wehiwehi | 204380 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Portland, Whangarei Harbour, on 26 Jul 1928. Came from Takahiwai, via Whangarei. Lime crusher machine operator, Mata Lime Works, Whangarei. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement on 23 Feb 1952. Originally enlisted under the name Wiremu Wehi JOHNSON. This was corrected before he left New Zealand. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 24 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 161 Bty. Attached FAP British Japan Reinforcement Base Depot (JRBD) for cooking course 7 Jan–20 Feb 1953. Made use of this course on return to his unit. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned at Auckland 28 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 317 days. Discharged 2 Jul 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1364 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Takahiwai, Whangarei. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HONNOR, Harry Bowen | 31348 | Captain | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/06/2052 | Born Te Kuiti on 27 Apr 1927. Educated at New Plymouth Boys' High School. Graduated from the Royal Military College, Duntroon 1948. Regular Force Officer. Appointed to the Emergency Force from NZ Regular Force 8 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Troop Commander in 163 Bty 1950–51; Staff Officer Grade 3, HQ 1 Commonwealth Division 1951. Air Observation Officer in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 7 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attended Staff College, Camberley, England 1959. Liaison Officer NZ Defence Liaison Staff Canberra 1963–1966. Officer Commanding 161 Bty, South Vietnam, Jun 1966–Jun 1967. Joint Services Staff College Latimer, England, UK, 1969. Commander 1 Infantry Brigade Group, Papakura, 1974–76. Later Brigadier, CBE, MVO. Head on NZ Deference Staff, Washington 1976–78. Retired 28 Apr 1982. Living at Paihia in 1996. Patron of NZ Korea Veterans Association 2000. Died Whangarei, Sunday 3 Feb 2013, aged 85. Also awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOOD, David Maxwell | 13175 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Hastings, 9 Mar 1932. Employed as a Labourer before he entered the RNZN on 13 Oct 1949 as an Ordinary Telegraphist. He underwent initial training and started on his trade training in Tamaki 13 Oct 1949–8 Jan 1951. Drafted to Taupo on 7 Jan 1951 and advanced to Telegraphist on 27 Aug 1951. Taupo sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 but remained in Taupo until drafted to Philomel on 26 Jan 1953. David Maxwell later served in Irirangi and Wakefield and was sent to HMAS Cerberus on 25 Feb–8 Jun 1954 to attend trade courses. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Irirangi and advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist. Later served in Stawell 12 Jul 1955–23 Feb 1956. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 1 Oct 1955. DEE 8 Mar 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HOOKS, John Stephen | 12067 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 02/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland 8 Nov 1929. He was a builder’s labourer before he entered the RNZN 27 May 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 25 Jan–20 Sep for his first sea service. Drafted to Kaniere 21 Sep 1949–19 Feb 1950. Advanced to Able Seaman on 27 Nov 1949. Served in Philomel 20 Feb 1950 and was drafted to Hawea 7 Mar 1950–18 Jan 1951. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter 1 Mar–10 Aug 1951 for a further training course. On RTNZ served in Philomel and Tamaki 11 Aug 1951–7 Jul 1952. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 5 Aug 1952 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korea. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. He then served in Philomel until DEE 26 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. On discharge went to live on Waiheke Island. Died Auckland 26 Sep 2007 aged 77 years. |
| HOOPER, Brian George | 708928 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Waipawa 6 Nov 1932. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 6 Feb 1954. Emplaned 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight at Auckland for passage to Sydney and continued by air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 19 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 27 Jun 1954. Posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP HQ BCFK to attend Clerk's Course 21 Jul–21 Aug 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 27 Sep 1954. When the artillery was withdrawn he TSFD to RNZASC on 10 Nov 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 18 Jun 1955. Granted 12-month extension to service in Korea from 19 Dec 1955. Promoted Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 1 Sep 1955. Promoted Sergeant 29 Oct 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ on furlough. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney on 9 Dec 1955. Did not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 177 days. Awarded UN Korea medal. Discharged 13 Apr 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDEFSM. |
| HOOPER, Gordon Henry | 208041 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born on 16 Feb 1927. Previous service in RNZAF within New Zealand with Service No 452594. Discharged 18 Jun 1946. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Storeman for Christchurch Gas Co. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements on 20 Feb 1951 and embarked Whenuapai in Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then by the ship MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan. Disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951 and M/I NZ Reinf Training Unit. Entered Korea 16 Aug 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. M/I NZ Base HQ and attached to NZ Tpt Platoon. M/I 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy18 Sep 1951. Attached FAP Brit Com Leave Centre, Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned 18 Feb 1953 at Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 248 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 20 Apr 1953. Died 10 Feb 1994 aged 67 years. Buried Balcairn Cemetery, N.N. East of Rangiora, Canterbury. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOOPER, Raymond Eric | 203756 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 25/11/2053 | Enlisted in KMB on 30 Aug 1950. After training, mainly in Waiouru Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Driver Operator Field Regiment. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland ex Sydney on 21 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ having been posted to Singapore to attend a Clerks Course at RASC School, 21 Mar 1952 to 5 May 1952. RTNZ 21 Jun 1952 and re-emplaned for Korea on 28 Jul 1952 and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1952. Reposted to 16 Fd Regt as a clerk. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM. |
| HOOPER, Richard James | 33576 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Hastings 4 Jan 1921. Served during WWII in 2 NZEF 15th Reinforcements. Embarked 5 Dec 1943. Disembarked 8 Dec 1942 in Noumea, New Caledonia. Served in 30 NZ Bn. Embarked NECAL 13 Jul 1944 for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland. M/I to Harvest Platoon for Temporary Duty 14 Feb 1945. M/I from Harvest Camp and TSFD to Trentham Camp 19 Mar 1945. Embarked Wellington on HMT No.91 and entered Egypt 19 Mar 1945. Embarked for RTNZ 31 Dec 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Embarked Auckland on HMT Dunera Sep 1948 for passage to Japan. Entered Japan 15 Jul 1947. Served as a Sapper in 5th Engr Company and advanced to Sapper 3 Star. Attached FAP to 19 NZASC Coy. And was TSFD from RNZE to RNZASC dated 28 Mar 1948. Embarked Japan 17 ?Sep 1948 for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 5 Oct 1948. Serving Regular Force soldier who attested 25 Jul 1949 in the RF. Served in Papakura, Waiouru and Linton Camps. M/I CD Training Depot as DVR Mech. Promoted Lance Corporal, Temporary Corporal 11 Jun 1952. Reverted to Lance Corporal on posting to Kayforce 6 Jun 1953. Emplaned Wellington 12 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep, entered Korea 25 Sep 1953 and M/I to his unit 29 Sep 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Oct 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp and S/O NZ Roll 1 Oct 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 10 Aug 1954. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 28 days. SOS Kayforce 16 Oct 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Remained serving in RNZASC in the RF. Awarded the Army LS&GC Medal 19 Jun 1962 while he was at Fort Dorset Wellington. Discharged 16 Apr 1968 having reached the Retiring Age for rank and having completed his engagement. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and NZDSM. Died Masterton 29 Sep 1991 aged 70 years. |
| HOOPER, Robert Richardson | 9122 | Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 21/10/2052 | Born Whakatane, 2 Aug 1928. Was a student before he entered the RNZN on 3 Feb 1944 as Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 22 Jun 1944. Drafted to Achilles 24 Apr 1945 and may have joined his ship in Sydney where it had arrived for working up prior to British Pacific Fleet work. In May she was in Manus and was acting as part of the screen for air operations off Okinawa. (OP ICEBERG) During the next three months Achilles was involved in operations of Japanese controlled areas and the Japanese mainland. In Aug 1945 she returned to Auckland. In Oct Achilles was deployed as guardship at Tokyo and stayed there until returning to NZ in Mar 1946. Advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 2 Feb 1946 but he remained in her until 18 May 1946. He then served in Philomel and Waiouru (in the Naval signal station Irirangi did not exist at the time) where he advanced to Telegraphist on 2 Aug 1946. He then served in Arberus [sic, Arbutus] This was followed by service in Philomel and where he advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist 10 Jan 1949. He served in Hawea and Taupo and to HMAS Cerberus and on RTNZ returned to Philomel. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist 10 Jan 1950. He then served in Waiouru and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist and then to Petty Officer Telegraphist on 21 Jun 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti on 21 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Taupo on 18 Sep 1952 for passage to NZ and RTNZ in her arriving Devonport 21 Oct 1951. DEE 20 Mar 1953. His WWII Service Medals are not known but could include 1939–45 Star Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, Defence Medal War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ War Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. He later became a radio supervisor at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. |
| HOPE, Athol James | 207858 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/04/2053 | Born Havelock on 16 May 1924. Previous service in the Army (service Number 628287) and Royal New Zealand Navy (Service Number 9502). Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Gun Number in Fox Troop, 163 Bty. Served wherever the battery was involved. RTNZ 10 May 1952 and re-embarked for return to Korea on 28 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ by air and deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 15 Apr 1953. RTNZ 15 Apr 1953 in the rank of Bombardier. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, NGSM clasp ‘Minesweeping 1945-1951’, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Jul 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1368 was sent 12 Apr 1958 to an address in Stoke. Living in Nelson in 1996. Died Napier 8 Jul 2011 aged 87 years. |
| HOPE, Peter Vernon | 204627 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born Pokako near Taumarunui, 14 Feb 1927. Came from Manurewa. Driver for Ministry of Works, Papakura. Attested in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Instructor. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on 25 Jun 1953 the day he entered Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 9 Jan 1954. Attached to 25 Canadian Infantry Brigade NCO School 28 Feb–11 Apr 1954. Promoted Lance Corporal 9 Apr 1954 and appointed Section 2i/c. Attached to Brit Com Sub-Area South 20–27 May 1954 as a member of the Burial Party. Promoted Temporary Corporal 21 May 1954 (appointed Section Commander, A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy and to Corporal 10 Jun 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ as an Instructor. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jul 1954. Posted to Burnham Camp for instructional duties. Applied to return to Korea and was accepted in his present rank. Mother was hospitalised and so he requested his release. Discharged 20 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 19 days Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Had difficulty getting National Superannuation in 1987 as he had lost his birth certificate. Apparently he did appear to exist anymore and could not get a replacement Birth Certificate. Lost medals and these were replaced at cost. Living Coromandel Aug 2001. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Coromandel 9 Dec 2007 aged 80 years. |
| HOPKINS, Allen Taylor | 11404 | Signalman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Runanga, near Greymouth 17 Jun 1927. Employed as a trucker before he entered the RNZN on 6 Feb 1947 as an Ordinary Signalman. His training was conducted in Tamaki and was then drafted to Bellona on 17 Feb–27 Sep 1948. Also served in Taupo on two occasions before he was drafted to Hawea on 19 Jan 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 for Korea and travelled to Korean waters via Australia and Hong Kong. Served mainly in the Korean west coast waters and in the Han River and Yalu Gulf area but spent some time on the east coast of Korea. RTNZ on 8 Mar 1952 via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and then in Irirangi May 1952–Jan 1953. DEE 5 Feb 1953. Living in Christchurch in 2004. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Christchurch, 29 Sep 2004 aged 77 years. Buried Yaldhurst Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| HOPKINS, Bernard Newell (Bernie) | 203827 | Corporal | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 25/01/2052 | Born New Plymouth on 30 Jun 1924. Served six years in Merchant Navy as 1st Radio Officer with at least two years during the war. Battery worker for Joseph Lucas (NZ) Ltd, Newmarket, Auckland. Joined KMB on 29 Aug 1950 because, “He did not like the oppression under which the Russian people lived and did not want to see that sort of lifestyle imposed in the Pacific.” Promoted Temporary Corporal before leaving NZ. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Corporal 28 Jan 1951. Signals Troop operator Wireless and Line. Attached FAP 27 Bde Sigs Troop on 14 Apr 1951. Attached FAP Lines of Communication Indep Sigs Sqn on 5 Aug 1951. Attended Methods of Instruction course at the Commonwealth Artillery Training Centre, Hiro, Japan 8–16 Jan 1952. “His very high standard of technical knowledge has done much to help him overcome some slight faults in his lecture technique. By his hard work he has overcome these faults and has all the makings of a really good instructor.” Promoted Temporary Sergeant 9 Jan 1952 while appointed Instructor. Emplaned at Iwakuni 20 Jan 1952 for RTNZ for instructional duties. Deplaned Wellington from Teal flying boat 25 Jan 1952. Served overseas one year 47 days. Taken on strength as Instr at School of Sigs Trentham, for Corps Training 2 Feb 1952. M/O Army Schools Trentham to School of Sigs, Waiouru 7 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Sep 1952. Member K-Force Signals Association. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOPKINS, Dorothy | 0 | Miss | — | Concert Party | 01/07/2053 | 22/08/2053 | Concert Party singer and actress. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 with members of the Kayforce 7th Reinforcements on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled via New Guinea, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Emplaned Japan 17 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 22 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Died 20 Jul 2015 (Davis Funeral Home Auckland) probably 80 years plus. |
| HOPKINS, Edward Ray (Eddie) | 10691 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2056 | 04/07/2057 | Born Hastings, New Zealand 21 Nov 1928. Enlisted in the RNZN 5 Apr 1945 as Boy 2nd Class and was granted the Service No NZ12851. His first sea service was in Gambia from 8 Feb 1946 to 15 Mar 1946 which was returned to the Royal Navy on 27 Mar 1946. On arrival in the UK Boy 1st Class Hopkins was drafted to Illustrious (carrier) and was in that ship until 30 Sep 1946. When not with Illustrious he was at Cook III, a NZ Station in the UK which later became Maori. On 1 Oct 1946 he was drafted to Bellona and was part of the crew that sailed her to New Zealand. He stayed with that ship until 22 Jul 1947 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 21 Nov 1946 and then spent a month in Philomel then sent on course to HMAS Watson from 15 Jul–22 Sep 1947. On completion of that course he RTNZ and was drafted to Arabis 28 Jan–14 Apr 1948. He served again in Bellona and also served in Kiwi, Pukaki and then Lachlan. He advanced to acting Petty Officer and returned again to Bellona twice more. Drafted to Black Prince 15 Jan 1954 and advanced to Petty Officer 14 Feb 1954. He was then in Bellona again which was part of the Reserve Fleet then back again to the Black Prince. Served in the Second Commission of Royalist in Malaysian, Japanese and Korean waters sailing from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to 4 Jul 1958. Petty Officer Hopkins was…” a good man to have in a ship. He was a successful 'captain' of the 5.25-inch Mark 2* turret.” Also served in Taranaki 1963–65. Discharged to RA 2 Feb 1977. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. Former Chief Petty Officer Hopkins died peacefully at Franklin Memorial Hospital, Waiuku, on Oct 13, 2014, aged 85. He was very proud of his Service No NZ10691 and insisted that his documents include the NZ prefix. This list has not included NZ before the numbers to maintain the numbers in serial order. |
| HOPKINS, Frederick Leith | 208042 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 17/06/2051 | 01/01/2053 | Born Carterton 23 Apr 1920. Served the Army during WWII, with Service No 45695. Embarked 18 Aug 1941 and disembarked Suva, Fiji 21 Aug 1941. Served in 20 Fd Coy, NZE. Embarked Fiji 18 Aug 1942 for RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 24 Jul 1942. Granted rank of Temporary Corporal and embarked Wellington 22 Nov 24 with ‘Kiwi Force’. Disembarked Noumea then travelled in SS Mainyard and disembarked New Caledonia. RTNZ 20 Feb 1944. Also served in Vella Lavella and Guadalcanal. Truck sales Manager, Telford Motors, Timaru. Attested 12 Feb 1951 in Kayforce. M/I to 2nd Reinforcements Waiouru 10.10pm 27 Feb 1951. Was also at the Army Schools Trentham Camp in Apr–May 1951. Emplaned Auckland 17 Jun 1951 in 3rd Lift (flight) for flight to Sydney then travelled by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan. Disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 16 Aug 1951 and was posted to NZ Tpt Pl from NZRTU. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 24 Sep 1951 posted from NZ Tpt Pl. To be Temporary Lance Corporal 27 Oct 1951 while appointed section 2i/c. Promoted Lance Corporal 12 Jan 1952 to Temporary Corporal 11 Apr 1952 and to Corporal 2 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 to be instructor in NZ for Reinforcements. Deplaned Wellington 1 Jan 1953. Served overseas one year 200 days, Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 24 Feb 1953. Died Masterton, 29 Sep 1991 aged 71 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOPKINS, Robin | 970743 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/08/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born 23 Apr 1931. Came from Ranfurly, Central Otago. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air. Entered Japan 30 Aug 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland on 13 Jan 1955. Served overseas one year 140 days. Discharged 5 Mar 1955 and posted to TF unit. Located at Stewart Island on RTNZ. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1372 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address Half-moon Bay, Stewart Island. Died Kaitaia, 8 Feb 1995. |
| HOPKINSON, Albert | 14330 | Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 4 Dec 1920, Served in the RN initially as an Ordinary Seaman from 24 Jul 1941. His was initial training was conducted in Collingwood and soon moved to St Vincent then to Dolphin. Drafted to Cyclops (submarine depot ship) on 19 Mar 1942 and worked in that vessel together with the submarines attached to the ship. Advanced to Able Seaman on 24 Jul 1942. Also served in Forth (submarine depot ship) together with Subtle, Venturer, Wolfe (depot ship) and Ambrose (armed merchant cruiser). Other vessels with which he served include Affray, Astute and Adamant. He was released from the RN on 23 Sep 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, with ‘France & Germany’ clasp and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 26 Sep 1952. He served in HMS Collingwood for two months then returned to Maori for passage to NZ. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel, Bellona and was drafted to Pukaki on 19 Aug 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters and was mainly involved in monitoring the Armistice. RTNZ on 28 Sep 1954. Advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician 1 Sep 1954. Albert then served in Black Prince and was sent to HMAS Cerberus to attend a trade related course. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician on 1 Sep 1955. Served briefly in Black Prince and Philomel again before drafting to Royalist on 4 Jan 1957. She sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 and served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in Black Prince again and was sent to Maori in Britain 28 Nov 1959 to bring Otago to NZ in Jun 1960 to join the RNZN Fleet. He was stationed in Philomel (Dockyard) 8 May 1962–9 Feb 1964. His final ship was Otago 10 Feb 1964 to 15 Jul 1965. Discharged to RA 25 Jul 1965. Awarded the RN LS&GC Medal 26 Jul 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HOPKINSON, Francis Edward (Frank) | 457366 | Sergeant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt? | RNZA | 29/07/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Serving TF soldier. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by air via Sydney, Port Moresby, Guam and Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 1 Aug 1953. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant, 1 Jun 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned NZ 21 Nov 1954. SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, in the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, 15 Jan 1955. Captain Hopkinson ED in Territorial Force, 4 Medium Battery, granted short service commission in Regular Force 2 May 1967. Arrived in Vietnam 22 Jul 1967. Observation Post Officer 161 Bty in South Vietnam. Emplaned South Vietnam 3 Feb 1968 for RTNZ. Reposted to 4 Medium Battery RNZA 20 Feb 1968. Appointed MBE, QB Hons 16 Jun 1970. Died Auckland Dec 2011. A Full Military Funeral was held at the Naval Chapel of St Christopher, HMNZS Philomel Naval Base, Queens Parade, Devonport, Auckland, on Friday 23 Dec 2011. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), Vietnam Medal, NZGSM (V), NZDSM, Vietnamese Campaign Medal. |
| HOPKIRK, William Spottiswoode | 31349 | Captain | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt? | RNZA | 12/02/2053 | 22/05/2054 | Born Auckland 8 Apr 1929. Came from Clevedon. Regular Force Officer. Duntroon graduate 1950. First appointment was to the Northern District Training Camp, Papakura. Gunnery Instructor at the School of Artillery, Waiouru 1951. Seconded to Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Promoted Captain 13 Sep 1953. Served in Korea 15 Feb 1953–19 May 1954. SOS Kayforce and re-posted to Regular Force in rank of Lieutenant, 4 Jul 1954. His name is not listed in the NZ Army List in 1955 so appears to have resigned his commission. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 23 Nov 2008 aged 78 years. |
| HOPLEY, Edwin William (Taffy) | 206357 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Bronllys, Breconshire, Wales, 12 Aug 1929. Carpenter and joiner by trade. Served in the British Merchant Marine for six years and became a shipwright. Became a self-employed builder. Attested 11 Sep 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt in Waiouru on 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Appears to have been a QUAD driver in 161 Bty. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 25 May 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Wellington 21 Jun 1952 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 195 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Aug 1952. Attested 4 Jul 1962 in the Regular Force. Served in 6 Indep Fd Sqn, CD Constr Sqn. Later Sergeant, RNZE at Wellington East Coast Army Area, 1 Aug 1968 as Range Warden. He was also for several years the driver and NCO i/c of the Army WWII Quad and guncarriage used for military funerals in the Southern half of the North Island. Quite well known in this role. Still at same unit in Nov 1975. Discharged from the Army (Sergeant) from Trentham Camp 4 Jan 1980. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Paraparaumu, 19 May 2000 aged 71 years. |
| HOPPING, Robert Edwin | 206740 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 24/11/2053 | Born Martinborough, 27 Apr 1924. Previous service in the RNZAF (Service No 431641) as a Leading Aircraftman for two years from 12 Feb 1943 to 5 Dec 1945. Was overseas from 25 Jan 1944. Served in the Pacific Theatre (Bougainville) for one year 5 days. Received a Letter of Appreciation from Lieutenant Colonel William B. Eubank. This was for helping extinguish a fire in a large dead tree that was dropping burning pieces and threatening to fall on pillboxes and set the undergrowth close by the pillboxes in the front line. Japanese mortars and snipers were active but six New Zealanders with their fire-fighting equipment attended and were fired upon while fighting the fire. RTNZ 30 Jan 1945. Discharged from RNZAF 6 Dec 1945. Carpenter employed by Thos Borthwick, Waingawa. Came from Carterton. Enlisted 17 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 1 May 1952 on Teal flying boat to Sydney then by DC6 via Manila to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 3 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 7 May 1952. CO's Driver. Drove Lieutenant Colonel Patterson and Lieutenant Colonel Burns. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 26 Jun 1952, then Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 1 Sep 1952 and to Bombardier 18 Sep 1953. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. This record shows 20 recipients of these certificates. Discharged Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 21 May–27 May 1953 and on discharge from 60 Ind Fd Amb returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to NZ Base HQ and posted TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge 21 Nov 1953. RTNZ by air via Guam and Sydney. Continued the journey to Wellington and deplaned from Teal flight 24 Nov 1953. Served overseas one year 208 days. Discharged 21 May 1954. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal 1939–45, NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Havelock North in 2004. |
| HORAN, Brian Francis | 213043 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Greymouth 18 Oct 1926. Served in Jayforce. Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and entered Japan 2 Aug 1947. Served initially as a Sapper in 5 Engr Coy, NZE. TSFD to NZ Inf and served in 2 NZ Bn. M/O and attached FAP to Brit Com Sub Area Kobe 12 Feb 1948. M/I 2 Bn and CTBA to Brit Com Sub Area Kobe. Embarked Japan 22 Jul 1948 for RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 10 Aug 1948. Discharged 16 Sep 1948. Employed as a barman/porter at the Central Hotel, Christchurch. Attested in Kayforce 22 Jun 1954. Posted to RNZASC while training in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954 and M/I to this unit in Korea 2 Oct 1954. Twice admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 3–4 days and discharged to unit. Granted 5 days R&R Leave 7–11 Oct 1955 inclusive. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy 12 Mar and M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Mar 1956 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 29 May 1956. Died Greymouth 29 Jun 1964 aged 38 years. |
| HORGAN, Cornelius Michael | 204569 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/03/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Manaia, South Taranaki, 2 Nov 1926. Came from Huntley. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Mar 1953. His service in Korea is not known apart from serving in 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving at Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 162 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Nov 1954. Died 26 Aug 2002 aged 75 years. |
| HORI, Rawiri | 461319 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/06/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Te Awamutu 30 Aug 1930. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Initially given the Service No 457997 but this was changed to that now shown. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953 and was posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. M/O from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed the journey to NZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 163 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 25 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later became Signals Inspector for NZ Railways at Frankton Junction. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HORN, Thomas Letham | 211327 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/03/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Levin, 2 Oct 1928. Worked with his father on the family farm at Ohau, Kapiti Coast. Attested 28 Oct 1953 in Kayforce. TSFD to RNZASC at Waiouru 31 Nov 1953. Sent to Burnham for Corps training. Returned to Waiouru 15 Feb 1954. Emplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Apr, entered Korea 5 Apr and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Apr 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 19–20 Sep 1954 and was discharged direct to his unit. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 9 Jan 1955 and was discharged to his unit 15 Jan 1955. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Auckland 7 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 46 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jun 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Levin 8 Jul 2002 aged 73 years. |
| HORNBROOK, Girvan Ross | 11405 | Signalman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 17/01/2053 | 29/08/2053 | Born Dunedin 4 Jul 1929. Worked in the Woollen Mills before he entered the RNZN on 8 Feb 1947 in the rate of Ordinary Signalman. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he was drafted to Bellona on 17 Feb–27 Sep 1949. Also served in Philomel, Kaniere Lachlan, Tamaki and was sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 12 Jul–27 Sep 1952. Served briefly in Philomel and was drafted to Hawea on 17 Jan 1953. Hawea was already in Korea and he was apparently flown up to join that ship on 17 Jan 1953. RTNZ via Kure and Hong Kong. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. TSFD from RNZN to NZ Army and served in Malaya in 1 NZ Regt Battalion Command Post 1957–59. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Also MBE (Mil), NY Hons 1978, British Empire Medal (NY Hons 1963). Also served in HQ NZ V Force, South Vietnam. Awarded both Vietnam Medals. Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal 1977. LS&GC Medal (Military) 1967. Later Temporary Major. Last expatriate commander of Tonga Defence Force. Retired. Went to Papua New Guinea Police, Appointed OBE (Civil) for services to Papua New Guinea 1990, also 10th Anniversary Medal PNG 1985, Republic of PNG Constabulary Centenary Medal 1989, Community Service Medal PNG 1990. Died Lower Hutt Hospital, 19 Aug 2016 aged 87 years. |
| HORNE, Patrick Gerald | 206891 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 23/04/2054 | Born 12 May 1914. Came from Masterton. Served during WWII in 2 NZEF as a Private in Infantry Reinforcements. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.3 p.223. Served in 25 Bn and was captured 22 Jul 1942. POW and held in PG 57 Gruppignano, Udine, Italy and then TSFD to Stalag VIIIA Gorlitz, Germany after the Italian armistice. Released in mid-1945. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements 1952. Emplaned Auckland 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight via Darwin, Manila and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Served in 16 Fd Regt but Battery and appointment not known. Embarked 4 Apr 1954 on the troopship New Australia at Kure, Japan, bound for Australia. Completed journey to NZ on Teal flight deplaning at Auckland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1954. Died 1986. |
| HORNER, Richard Burnham (Dick) | 208170 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born New Plymouth 30 Apr 1926. Served in BCOF, Japan. (661655, Private, HQ Infantry Corps). Battalion Signaller in 22 Bn and then 2 Bn (promoted Sergeant near end of time in Japan) at Chofu and Ozuki, Japan. Fitter & Turner from Thames. Next-of-kin, Mrs M.B. Horner (mother), Thames.) Attested 12 Jun 1951 at Oamaru in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Entered Korea. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served at Uijongbu, Sangpi-Ri and Duckbill Road. Employed as vehicle mechanic in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953. Deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Aug 1953. Joined Regular Force in 1956 and served in RNZEME as a Fitter & Turner. Later promoted Sergeant at 3 Fd Workshop, Static Section. Discharged from the Regular Force 1 May 1973. Living at Lyttelton 2003. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, LS&GC Medal (Military) and KWSM. Died Nelson 11 Sep 2020 aged 94 years. |
| HORNING, Kenneth William | 457022 | Lance Corporal | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/03/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Came from Devonport. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Served in RNZ Sigs in 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and may have been attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ arriving on 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 179 days. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Oct 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HORNSBY, Denis | 12773 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Rawmarsh, Yorkshire, UK, 12 Apr 1927. He was a Warehouseman. Entered the RN on 4 Mar 1945 as an Assistant Cook. He served in the following shore stations HMS Royal Arthur, HMS Duke and HMS Pembroke 2. On 20 Nov he is found in HMS Golden Hind located in Sydney Australia. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) on 14 Mar 1946. Drafted to HMS Gould 1 Apr–23 Jul 1946 and then to HMS Terror (shore station Singapore) 24 Jul–10 Sep 1946 where he served in the minesweeper BYMS 2181. He then returned to Britain and was stationed in HMS Sultan and served in HMS Constance (destroyer) 11 Sep 1946–13 Feb 1947. Released from the RN on 5 May 1947. After leaving the RN He was as a lorry driver. Entered RNZN at Maori in London on 29 May 1949 as a Cook (Seamen). Drafted to Tutira 9 Jun 1949 and was a member of the crew which brought the ship to NZ. He stayed with this ship and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He came back early to NZ, perhaps on an Army flight, as he was drafted to Philomel on 28 Nov 1950 and was admitted to the RNZN Hospital. He was discharged BNPS 4 May 1951. He was entitled to the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HORROBIN, David Bernard | 206496 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 10/06/2053 | Born Johnsonville 13 Aug 1927. Truck driver from Johnsonville, Wellington. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown by Qantas or BCPA from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for three-day trip to Pusan. Promoted Corporal 16 May 1953. Emplaned at Iwakuni for RTNZ 6 Jun 1953 and deplaned Auckland 10 Jun 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 8 Aug 1953. Later a sheep farmer at Rongokokako. Died Eketahuna 24 Dec 1963 of cancer and is buried at Eketahuna. Of note-his father, Arthur Horrobin, was one of six Horrobin brothers who departed from New Zealand before 31 Dec 1915 and served overseas during WWI. All the brothers survived the war. |
| HORSFALL, George Arthur | 206358 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born Patutahi, Gisborne, on 9 Dec 1932. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan. Enlisted under-age for Kayforce and was one of those who was able to keep his DoB hidden. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge (RTNZ Roll No.67) deplaning Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Went back to Patutahi. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Labourer from Lower Hutt before he entered KMB during late Aug 1950. Regular Force soldier 1957–60. Served in B Coy, 1 NZ Regt, in Malaya based in Taiping. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. (Schedule dated 28 Nov 1958.) Discharged 1960 then re-joined later in year. Also served in 1 RNZIR, as Platoon Sergeant B Coy, Gurr's and Poananga's Battalion, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’. Also served in South Vietnam. Both Vietnam medals awarded. Later Warrant Officer 2nd Class. Awarded British Empire Medal and LS&GC Medal. Known as 'Horse'. Company Sergeant Major Regular Force Cadet School, Army Training Group, Waiouru, 1 Feb 1972-Nov 1975. Served as instructor in Linton Camp Training Wing 1978-Dec 1980. Lived in Warrant Officers Sergeants Mess Linton across the passage from the compiler of this record. Retired 9 Dec 1980. Died Manaia, Taranaki, 6 Sep 1981 aged 49. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (V), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HORSHAM, John Charles Theodore | 592330 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/09/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Riverton, Southland 23 May 1932. Driver for Empire Forwarding Co, Invercargill. Completed CMT Training and then served in 1 Otago Southland Regt. Attested in Kayforce 3 Jun 1954. Posted to RNZASC while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Harewood 21 Sep 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954. Entered Korea and M/I to this unit in Korea 2 Oct 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 8 Dec 1954 and was discharged from Brit Com Fd Hosp direct to unit 18 Dec 1954. Again admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 1–5 Nov 1955 and again discharged direct to unit. Granted 10 days R&R Leave 21–30 Dec 1955 incl. M/O to NZ Base HQ from NZRTU and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ 15 Mar 1956 Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 199 days. Discharged 30 May 1956 and posted to his old TF unit. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Invercargill 29 Jul 1971 aged 39 years. |
| HOSKIN, Kenneth Roy | 11695 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born New Plymouth on 14 Mar 1930. Entered the RNZN on 15 Jan 1948 as an Assistant Steward. Served in Tamaki, Taupo, Philomel and Bellona. Changed his trade to Ordinary Seaman on 23 Jan 1951 while in Taupo. Drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. Left in hospital with influenza in Hong Kong when the ship sailed. Re-joined Hawea about a month later most likely in Sasebo, Japan. Hawea RTNZ 29 Aug 1953. He then served in Philomel and Bellona and was DEE on 5 Mar 1956. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Victoria, Australia in 2003. |
| HOTERE, Charlie | 203963 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2051 | 08/09/2054 | Born Mitimiti 23 Nov 1927 northern side Hokianga Harbour. Labourer for G.G. Craig, Parnell, Auckland. Attested 26 Feb 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcement. He had difficulty adhering to military discipline throughout his time in the Army. Emplaned Auckland 14 Jun 1951 (1st Flight) by Teal flight to Sydney then sailed in MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Disembarked Korea 25 Aug 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Initially served in 161 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to NZRTU for CATC course 24 Apr 1952. Committed a misdemeanour while on course. M/I to 16 Fd Regt and CTBA NZRTU on completion of CATC course 16 Jun 1952. Promoted from Gunner through Lance Bombardier, Bombardier to Temporary Sergeant 10 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni (furlough) for RTNZ 13 Dec 1952 and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned for Korea 12 Feb 1953. Re-entered Korea as a Sergeant and was reposted to 16 Fd Regt 23 Feb 1953. Reduced to rank of Gunner during Mar 1953. Rebuilt his career but still had conflicts with military discipline through the remainder of his service. Also served on No.2 Gun, D Troop (Dog Troop), 162 Bty. Later Gun Sergeant on Dog 4 gun. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas three years 33 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM, Died Kelston, Auckland, 7 Apr 2005 aged 75 years. |
| HOTTON, Thomas | 208730 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 09/08/2052 | 21/01/2055 | Born Naseby, Otago, 26 Sep 1930. Farm Labourer in Wedderburn Central Otago. Came from Palmerston, Otago. Attested 17 Mar. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while training in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 9 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Evans Bay, to Sydney, then flew by Qantas to Iwakuni deplaning Japan 13 Aug 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 18–29 Aug 1952 Discharged to NZ Base HQ. Committed a misdemeanour and received 14 days CB. M/I to NZRTU from NZ Base HQ 4 Oct 1952. TFFD from RNZA to RNZASC 6 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Dec 1952. M/O to HQ RASC 1 Comwel Div (NCO School) 8–28 Feb 1953 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal and appointed 2i/c Section ‘C’ Tpt Pl. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 3 Aug 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 28 Sep 1953. Reverted to Driver when CTBA 2i/c Section. M/O to NZRTU 6 Oct 1953. His original service was completed in Feb 1954 and he re-engaged for a further six months service. Posted to NZ Base HQ 21 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 12 Jul 1954 appointed Welfare NCO and to Lance Corporal 30 Dec 1954. Granted a further six months extension of service dating from 13 Aug 1954. Granted 28 days Furlough in Japan 23 Sep–20 Oct 1954. To Report to NZ Base HQ on expiry of Furlough. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 19 Nov 1954 and M/I 22 Nov 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 13 Dec 1954. Medically re-boarded and M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (Medical) 30 Dec 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 18 Jan 1955 (medical) and deplaned Harewood 21 Jan 1955. Served overseas two years 166 days. Discharged 31 May 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOUGH, Harold Hona | 13234 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Manukau, Chatham Islands, NZ, 10 Apr 1934. Was a schoolboy before he entered the RNZN on 2 Feb 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 10 Aug 1950. Drafted to Bellona 19 Jan–28 May 1952. Drafted to Taupo 29 May 1952 and sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 10 Oct 1951. Taupo RTNZ 21 Oct 1952 bur he remained in the ship until 25 Jan 1953. Advanced to Able Seaman on 10 Dec 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 26 Jan 1953 but RUN 24 Oct 1953. Recovered 3 Feb 1956 and was discharged SNLR 3 Feb 1956. It is not known if he received the Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal or any other medallic awards for his service. |
| HOUGH, Raymond Edward | 204330 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2052 | 02/03/2054 | Born 6 Jul 1923. Came from Devonport. Served in BCOF, Japan. (455708, Private, NZMC. Fireman from Newton, Auckland. Next-of-kin, Mr E.D. Hough (father) Newton, Auckland.) Also served for short time in RNZAF. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Served in 16 Fd Regt but battery not known One of 17 who embarked Sasebo on 14 Jan 1954 in HMNZS Kaniere for RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji, and disembarked in Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Discharged 3 May 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Auckland 15 Feb 1977 aged 53 years. Buried RSA Section Waikumete Cemetery, Auckland. |
| HOUGHTON, Arthur | 206108 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 06/06/2052 | Previous service in RNZAF. Came from Martinborough. Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to RNZASC and served in the NZ Tpt Platoon. May have also served in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas flight to Sydney then by Teal flying boat to NZ arriving 6 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 117 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 27 Jul 1952 and returned to Martinborough. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1384 was sent to his mother’s address in Martinborough on 12 Apr 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM |
| HOUGHTON, Colin Vinson | 11516 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Featherston 15 Jan 1929 but his hometown was Martinborough. Painter and paper hanger before enlisting in the RNZN on 15 May 1947. Granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman and issued the Service No NZ11516. After completing his initial training in Tamaki he was drafted to Bellona before being sent to Australia for a course in Torpedo detection. After the course he was rated Able Seaman, Torpedo Detector 3rd Class and returned to Bellona which was cruising in NZ waters. Advanced to Able Seaman on 31 Jul 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti 2 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service in Korean waters. ASDIC operator. Travelled to Korean waters via Raoul Island, Fiji to Japan. Was involved in patrols and escort duties mainly on the west coast of Korea. On arrival Rotoiti relieved Hawea at Sasebo. On 22 Feb, while anchored in the Han River estuary to provide gunfire support during a planned raid on enemy positions, she came under heavy fire from three shore batteries and withdrew without casualties. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Sydney. DEE 26 May 1953 and returned to Martinborough. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to, NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HOUGHTON, Francis Noel (Frank) | 12865 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Featherston 13 Nov 1926. Employed as a motor driver before he entered the RNZN as a Stoker on 13 Jan 1949. Like many of those who joined RNZN in the late 1940s he was trained in Tamaki and Philomel. His first sea service was in the cruiser Bellona 3 Sep 1949–14 Jan 1951. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 10 Dec 1949. Served in Philomel and Tamaki until drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 on the second deployment to Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast Korean waters. Left in hospital with influenza in Hong Kong when the ship sailed. He travelled from Hong Kong in HMS Newcastle a British light cruiser (14 Apr–7 Jun 1953). Re-joined Hawea and came back to NZ arriving 29 Aug 1953. He stayed in Hawea until 23 Nov 1953 and then served in Philomel. Drafted to Irirangi 4 Feb–29 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 12 Jan 1955. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living at Paraparaumu in 2001. |
| HOUGHTON, Lawrence | 13287 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Masterton 11 Aug 1932. Employed as a civil servant before he entered the RNZN on 1 Jun 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. After training in Tamaki, he was drafted to Bellona for his initial sea service. Advanced to Able Seaman on 10 Feb 1952. Served in Philomel 30 May 1952–18 Aug 1953. Drafted to Pukaki on 17 Aug 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Korean coastal waters with the British Far East Fleet and later in Malayan waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Later served in Bellona again and in Black Prince and Royalist 1 Apr–9 May 1957 the three big ships of the RNZN at the time. RUN 9 May 1957 and was recovered a month later and returned to Philomel. DEE 10 Aug 1958. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Takapuna, 23 Sep 1999. Later entitled to NZOSM and possibly NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HOUGHTON, Neil | 208271 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 09/06/2054 | Born Christchurch 29 Dec 1929. Forestry worker and bulldozer driver, State Forestry Dept, Nelson. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Posted to RNZASC while training in Burnham Camp. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for service in Korea. Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 30 Aug 1951. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan and entered Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Sep 1951. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 20–29 Sep 1951 and remains on X(ii) List. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 1–10 Oct 1951. May have also served in NZ Tpt Pl or in Div HQ Tpt Pl. Had several TODs to NZ Base HQ and to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni (Furlough) 13 Dec 1952 and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec 1952. Re-emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 for Korea. Re-entered Japan 31 Jan 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 10 Feb 1953 and re-entered Korea. M/O NZ Base HQ, posted to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Jul 1953. Failed to adhere to R&SOs and lost time and money. Released from detention direct to unit 10 Oct 1953. Committed further misdemeanours. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 11 Apr 1954. Embarked Kure 6 May 1954 on SS Taiyuan for return to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 5 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 268 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 3 Sep 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Dunedin, 14 Feb 2006 aged 77 years. |
| HOULKER, Thomas Edward | 207706 | Corporal | Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Nelson 6 May 1929. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and landed at Pusan. On arrival in Korea he was employed in in the NZ Sigs Troop and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC on 20 Oct 1951. He then served in 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ for discharge at the completion of his engagement. He flew from Japan to Sydney Australia and continued by a flight to deplane in New Zealand on 26 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Jun 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1386 was sent to his mother’s address in Nelson on 12 Apr 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whangarei, 22 Feb 1999 aged 69 years. |
| HOUNSELL, William James | 206782 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/08/2052 | 26/11/2054 | Born Blenheim 30 Jul 1928. Schoolteacher at Motea, Southern Hawkes Bay. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement 2nd Flight. Emplaned Wellington 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Aug 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Attached to 16 Fd Regt. Detached from NZ Base Signals Troop and attached FAP to 10 Tpt Coy on 22 Nov 1952. Promoted Sergeant during TOD to Korea. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died New Plymouth 9 Jun 2003 aged 76 years. |
| HOUSTON, Murray Frederick | 203715 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Previous service in RNZAF. Enlisted in KMB during Jun 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as a Driver Operator Field Regiment. M/O to NZ Based HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning from a Teal flight at Auckland 21 Jun 1952 ex Sydney. Served Overseas one year 159 days. Discharged 13 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOUSTON, Thomas A (Tom) | 301834 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 09/04/2053 | 05/11/2054 | Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 9 Apr 1953 on Teal flight for Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953. Entered Korea 20 Apr 1953 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD the same day as did Craftsman Barnett. Also served in 48 Light Aid Detachment. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged direct to unit 29 Oct 1953. Emplaned 1 Nov 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft at Iwakuni, travelled via Guam and deplaned Auckland 5 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 153 days. SOS Kayforce 19 Dec 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Te Atatu, Auckland, 23 Apr 2000. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HOVELL, Lonewood David (Dave) | 206626 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 28/10/2053 | Born Te Araroa 30 Jun 1928. Enlisted in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 270 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force. Served 22 years. Later Corporal, RNZASC, Linton Camp, 1 Aug 1968. Also awarded LS&GC Medal (Military). Still at the same unit in Jun 1977. Retired from the Q Store, Headquarters 2 Task Force Region, Linton Camp 9 Aug 1979. Living in Palmerston North in 2003. Died Palmerston North, 22 Jan 2008 aged 80 years. |
| HOWARD, James William | 208626 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Timaru 14 Jan 1921. Railway employee, Timaru. Previous service in the Army. Enlisted 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Japan by Qantas deplaning Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Within a few days of arriving in Korea he started breaching R&SOs which continued throughout his time in Kayforce. Twice converted a vehicle for his own use. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 13 Mar 1954 on furlough and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 264 days. Did not return to Korea. Discharge (approved) 13 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medals. Not known if any other awards issued. |
| HOWARTH, Stephen | 15889 | Mechanician (Engineering) 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 9 Feb 1940. Enlisted in the RNZN in Christchurch 24 May 1956 as a Junior Engineering Mechanic. After completing his initial training in Tamaki he served in Philomel and was drafted on 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class on 9 Aug 1957 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 9 May 1958. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Served in the Engineering Division. Drafted to Endeavour 1 Dec 1958 and possibly went on a supply run to Antarctica in the summer season. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 10 Aug 1959. He was serving in Philomel when he advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 10 Aug 1960. Drafted to Royalist 1 Sep 1960 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Mechanician (Engineering) on 9 Jan 1960 [sic]. It is presumed that this advance was meant to be 9 Jan 1961. He served in Philomel 10 Jan 1961–21 Feb 1963 and then in Royalist again 22 Feb 1963–5 Nov 1964. He also served in Waikato, in COMAUCK and Kiama, where he advanced to Marine Engineer Mechanician 1st Class on 31 Jan 1969. Further postings occurred to Philomel, Waikato, Philomel and Waikato again, always moving forward in rank. Towards the end of his career he was sent to the UK on 10 May 1978 (his posting cards shows that he was sent to Britain for advanced training but he returned to Tasman in NZ on 8 Jun 1978). Awarded British Empire Medal QB Hons 1971 and the Naval LS&GC Medal 9 Feb 1973. Discharged to RA 27 May 1979. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| HOWAT, Donald | 204174 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/06/2054 | Born Whakatane 16 Apr 1929. Baker at P.E. Lynds Bakery, Whakatane. Attested 19 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 9 Sep 1951. Embarked ship from Sasebo 10 Sep 1951 to Pusan, Korea disembarking 12 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Attached FAP NZRTU 15 Feb–31 Mar 1952. Played in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. M/I 10 Tpt Coy from NZRTU and CTBA 31 Mar 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 8 Jul 1952 then to Acting Lance Corporal 8 Dec 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ 16 Dec 1952 on the Furlough List but was admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 30 Dec 1952 to 6 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 and RTNZ on 19 Feb 1953 on furlough. Emplaned as Lance Corporal (effective from 8 Oct 1952 but mentioned in Routine Orders of 16 Jan 1953) on a Teal flight to Sydney with the 6th Reinforcements for Korea on 26 Mar 1953. Re-entered Korea 7 Apr 1953 and was re-posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 May 1953 and to Corporal 22 Jul 1953. M/O 10 Tpt Coy 8 Aug and was attached FAP NZ Base HQ 13–24 Aug 1953 for Cricket Tour. M/I 10 Tpt Coy 26 Aug 1953. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 23 Sep 1953 and to Sergeant 17 Dec 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 8 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 278 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Sep 1954. Died Tauranga, 16 Jun 2007 aged 78 years. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HOWE, John Robert | 14436 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born 3 Mar 1920 in the UK. Joined the RN on 24 Oct 1940 as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class and was issued the Service No C/MX 73431. After training at Pembroke was drafted to Dido (light cruiser) on 11 Feb 1941 serving in this one vessel until 12 Apr 1944. He advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and then to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 2 Feb 1944. He served in the Atlantic on convoy protection an in the Mediterranean on running supplies to Malta then assisting in the evacuation of troops from Cyprus in May 1941 where Dido suffered damage from German and Italian bombs. He then went with the ship to New York for a refit and then returned to the Mediterranean in Dec 1941. Dido was involved in the Second Battle of Sirte and in Apr 1943 she returned to Britain for another refit. Dido was also used for supporting the landings on Sicily and the in Sep she escorted 600 troops to Taranto where the Italian fleet surrendered. He was released to Class ‘A’ Reserve on 11 May 1946. It is not known what medals he received but they may be the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Italy Star and War Medal. John Howe entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 12 Apr 1954 as an Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and was advance the next day to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class. On arrival in NZ he served briefly in Philomel then was drafted to Black Prince 27 Sep 1954. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class on 1 Feb 1956. Drafted 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Advanced to Acting Chief Engine Room Artificer 27 Aug 1958. He then served in Philomel, Tamaki and advanced to Chief Engine Room Artificer on 28 Jul 1959. He continued to provide good service and served in Pukaki, Royalist, COMAUK and returned to Philomel 16 Jan 1967 and advanced to Chief Marine Engineering Artificer on 9 Nov 1967. Awarded British Empire Medal 11 Jun 1966. Discharged to RA 29 Sep 1968. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| HOWE, Patrick (Paddy) | 301553 | Signalman | Div Sigs Squadron | RNZ Sigs | 12/08/2053 | 18/02/2054 | Born Russell, Northland, 5 Oct 1931. Came from Rawhiti. Served in 6th intake of CMTG and became a TF soldier. He was a driver for NZ Railways at Whangarei. Attested for Kayforce on 21 Apr 1953. His training commenced in Papakura Camp and went to Burnham for Corps Training. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney as a Signalman, continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni on 15 Aug 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to NZ Base HQ 17 Nov 1953. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 19 Nov 1953. He was apparently discharged from hospital. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 23 Dec 1953 for a lung operation. TSFD to NZ Roll 4 Feb 1954 for medical reasons and emplaned Iwakuni on 6 Feb 1954. RTNZ as medical cot case. Deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney on 18 Feb 1954. Served overseas 191 days, Discharged 11 Jun 1954. Died Sydney, Australia, 3 Aug 1999 aged 68 years, was buried at Paramatta 13 Aug 1999. |
| HOWE, Rex William | 10844 | Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Auckland 16 Oct 1920. Employed as a fitter and turner before he joined the RNZN on 17 May 1945 as an Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on a 12-year engagement. This was reduced to six years dating from 1 Apr 1946. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki but more concentrated training was continued in Philomel 7 Jun–9 Nov 1945. Drafted to Gambia 10 Nov 1945–21 Feb 1946 which was in Devonport in a non-operational state. Rex Howe then served in Philomel until 2 Feb 1947 when he was then drafted to Bellona. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 17 Nov 1946 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class 18 May 1948. He returned to Philomel 1 Feb 1949–31 Jan 1950. Drafted to Tutira 1 Feb 1950–30 Aug 1951. Tutira sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Pukaki to serve with the UN Naval Force in Korea. She RTNZ 30 May 1951 and Rex Howe remained in the ship until 30 Aug 1951. The remainder of his service was in Philomel and he was DEE 31 May 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. He may have qualified for the NZ War Service Medal and is later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Later a Refrigeration Engineer. Died Community Healthcare Trust (CHT) Waiuku 19 Mar 2022 in his 102nd year. |
| HOWE, Vernon Heron | 204578 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/02/2053 | 28/04/2054 | Born Otorohanga 9 May 1926. Served in BCOF, Japan. Embarked from NZ 30 Jul 1946 and RTNZ 30 Sep 1947. 655358, Driver, NZASC. Truck driver from Frankton Junction, Hamilton. (Next-of-kin, Mrs R.M. Howe (mother) Frankton Junction.) Discharged from Jayforce 30 Oct 1947. Lorry driver for W. Chuck, Carrier, Kaitaia. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Feb 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953. Posted to NZRTU as RNZASC Instructor. Entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Mar 1953. Attached FAP HQ RASC (NCO School) 10 May–2 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jun 1953, Temporary Corporal 4 Aug 1953 and appointed Section Commander, to Corporal 4 Nov 1953 and to Temporary Sergeant 22 Mar 1954 when he was appointed Transport Sergeant. Promoted Sergeant 9 Apr 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 on Qantas flight for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 28 Apr 1954from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 76 days. Discharged from Kayforce 24 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Sydney New South Wales 1993. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOWELL, John Dennis | 208043 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/06/2051 | 18/02/2053 | Born Dunedin 20 Jul 1925. Served in BCOF, Japan. 644195, Driver, NZASC. Apprentice Blacksmith from Kaikorai, Dunedin. Next-of-kin Mr T.C. Howell (father), Kaikorai, Dunedin. Embarked Lyttelton on HMT 95 (Empire Pride) 29 May 1946 and served in 16th NZ Workshop, NZEME also served in RNZASC. RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Blacksmith, NZ Railways, Dunedin. Attested in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements 21 Feb 1951. Emplaned Whenuapai 17 Jun 1951 for flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan. Disembarked Kure 29 Jul 1951. Entered Korea 26 Oct 1951 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 22 May 1952, Temporary Bombardier 28 Jun 1952 and to Bombardier 1 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 248 days. Discharged 21 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in 31 Bty Dunedin from 29 Jun 1953 to Dec 1957 and rose to rank of Sergt. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Died Mosgiel, 30 May 1998 74 years. |
| HOWELL, Melvyn George | 657819 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 25/06/2053 | 24/11/2054 | Born Paraparaumu, 13 Jul 1927. Served in Jayforce. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and entered Japan 19 Aug 1946 Served in 22 NZ Bn. Embarked Japan 6 Aug 1947 for RTNZ and disembarked NZ 27 Aug 1947. He was a farmer but was employed at Porirua Mental Hospital. Attested 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 25 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 27 Jun 1953. Embarked Sasebo for two to three-day trip to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 13 Jul 1953 and entered Korea the same day. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 1 Oct 1953 and was discharged to unit 5 Oct 1953. Re-admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 9–17 Oct 1953 and discharged direct to unit. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 20–26 Jan 1954 and discharged direct to unit. M/O to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 24 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 7) ex Sydney Served in Korea one year 153 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 23 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOWELLS, Gwervil Griffiths | 12715 | Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Treorchy, Glamorganshire, Wales, UK, on 1 Oct 1922. Employed as a lorry drivers’ mate before he entered the RN. Had served several years in the RN. When he entered the RNZN at Cook on 6 Mar 1949 he was granted the rate of Stoker Mechanic and the next day advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. Cook became Maori on 1 Apr 1949 and he was drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949–31 Jan 1950. He was one of the crew who brought the ship to NZ. Served in Philomel for a short time to familiarise himself with the RNZN. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 31 May 1950. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 31 May 1951. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. Drafted to Kiwi (minesweeper and submarine killer of WWII fame) on 29 Apr 195–2 Dec 1952. He was briefly in Philomel awaiting return to Maori from where he was DEE on 12 Mar 1953. His WWII Medals are not known. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, possibly NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HOWES, Ralph Norman | 206497 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Sevenoaks, UK, 24 Sep 1929. He was a farmer but was employed at Porirua Mental Hospital. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Attended OCTU at Trentham Camp and was posted to Kayforce while attending OCTU 21 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for three-day trip to Korea. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 28 Aug 1951. M/I 10 Tpt Coy posted from Div HQ Tpt Pl 23 Jul 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 27 Sep 1952 but reverted to Driver, Acting Lance Corporal on ceasing to hold appointment of Storeman. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 31 Jul and was discharged to unit 8 Aug 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 31 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 216 days. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Apr 1953. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HOWES, Richard William | 596742 | Petty Officer | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Shipston-on-Stour, UK, on 29 Sep 1922. Richard entered the RN on 9 Nov 1937 as a Boy 2nd Class. After training in Ganges (the RN Boys training school) he was drafted to Cornwall (heavy cruiser) 21 Oct 1938–12 Jan 1939 followed by service in Rodney (battleship with 16-inch or 406.4mm main guns). He served in Rodney from 13 Jan 1939–15 Dec 1943 and was aboard in her during the Norwegian campaign where she was hit by a German 500kg bomb which did not explode but exited sideways after striking the armoured deck. He was also in her when searching for German shipping and sinking of Bismarck on 27 May 1941. Rodney fired her 16-inch guns and scored many hits and fired torpedoes becoming the only battleship to hit another battleship with torpedoes. He advanced from Boy 1st Class to Acting Leading Seaman (Temporary) while serving in Rodney. He served in Drake 16 Dec 1943–9 Sep 1944 and was then drafted to Newfoundland (light cruiser) 8 Sep 1944–25 Oct 1946 advancing to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) on 17 Jan 1946. While serving in Newfoundland she was with the British Pacific Fleet and took part in supporting the Australian 6th Division in New Guinea, attacked the Japanese naval base on Truk (Operation Inmate, Caroline Islands), bombarded the Japanese city Kamaishi and was part of the force that took over the naval base at Yokosuka. He also served in Sultan, HMNZS Philomel as Petty Officer (Temporary) 17 Nov 1946–14 Apr 1947 and in Singapore 15 Apr–10 Oct 1957. Discharged from the RN by Purchase on 10 Oct 1947. His WWII awards are not known but could include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN in Philomel on 30 Nov 1950 as an Able Seaman and advanced over the next two-days to Petty Officer. Drafted to Taupo on 5 Dec 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. Taupo RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 but he remained in her until drafting to Philomel on 26 Jan 1953. He also served in Tamaki and Pegasus (Reserve station in Christchurch) and was DEE on 24 Mar 1955. He was entitled to Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and later the NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOWETT, Roy Thomas | 12614 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2053 | Born Fulham, London, 6 Mar 1925. Served during WWII in the Royal Navy with Service No JX563193. He enlisted in the RNZN in London on 6 Feb 1949 in the rate of Able Seaman. Served in Tutira then in Bellona from 15 Sep 1949. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 7 Jun 1950 and remained with that ship until Oct 1950. Drafted to Hawea 18 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 to serve in Korean waters mainly on the west coast. Advanced to Leading Seaman and then Acting Petty Officer 7 Jun 1951. RTNZ 8 Mar 1952. He served again in Bellona 14 May 1952 to 25 Sep 1952 during which time he advanced to Petty Officer on 31 May 1952. Bellona sailed on a training voyage and to take naval stores to the UK. Bellona also took part in a large NATO exercise. While in the UK Roy Howett served briefly in HMS Fleetwood and at HMS Royal Arthur and while attending a Coxswain’s Course was in Victoria Barracks Advanced to Petty Officer on 31 Aug 1952. On RTNZ he served in Black Prince, Bellona and then Black Prince again. DEE on 28 Nov 1955. Died Auckland, 7 Sep 2005 aged 90 years. |
| HOWIE, John Alexander | 969424 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZASC | 26/08/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born 2 Aug 1932. Came from Invercargill. Serving TF soldier. Attested in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 30 Aug 1953. Embarked on New Australia on 10 Nov 1954 at Pusan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney to Wellington. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Died Invercargill 31 Aug 2001. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HOWMAN, Murray Maldon | 204433 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/08/2052 | 15/10/2052 | Born Tasmania, Australia 30 Jul 1929. Came from Auckland. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Oct for Medical RTNZ and deplaned 15 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 4 Nov 1952. Returned to Tasmania and died Burnie, Tasmania 17 Oct 1990 aged 61 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HOY, Geoffrey Thomas | 208272 | Temporary Lance Corporal | Kayforce HQ Detachment | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 08/07/2053 | Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for three-day trip to Korea. M/O NZ Force HQ and Sent from Kure, Japan to attend a course in Singapore. Qualified for GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ while attending Clerks Course RASC School, Singapore 28 Jan 1952–11 Apr 1952. M/I NZ Base HQ 11 Apr 1952. GSM dispatched 14 May 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1953. Died Nelson 24 May 1997. |
| HUBAND, Kenneth Roydon | 203539 | 2nd Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ Legal Sec | NZ Regt | 10/12/2050 | 25/11/2053 | Born Auckland 2 Dec 1925. Solicitor. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Legal Staff Officer, NZ Base Headquarters Legal Section, in NZ Regt at Pusan. TSFD from Infantry to RNZA 31 Mar 1953 and was employed as Assistant Adjutant 16 Fd Regt. Played in Kayforce Cricket Team. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by air via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 17 Jul 1954 and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List. Territorial Force Officer 1954–75 at first a member of 6 Light Anti-Aircraft Battery then employed as Legal Staff Officer Northern Military District 1955 to 19 Jan 1975. Promoted Major 27 May 1969. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Possibly ED? Retired from Territorial Force in the rank of Major. Life member of Onehunga RSA and RSA Bowling Club. Awarded the RSA M Badge and Certificate of Merit. Living at Auckland in 2004. Died Auckland 18 Jul 2013 aged 88 years. |
| HUBAND, Roy Edward | 207730 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Maungaturoto north of Wellsford 3 Dec 1928. Previous service in RNZAF for two years from mid-1946. Service No 461833. Served overseas in RNZAF Sqn in BCOF, Japan from 6 Feb 1947 to 24 Mar 1948. Discharged at his own request 18 May 1948. Enlisted in KMB during late 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 24 Sep 1952. Later Lance Bombardier, Signals NCO. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned Auckland 30 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 29 Oct 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Died Whangarei 28 Oct 2016 aged 87 years. |
| HUBBARD, Albert Edward | 211278 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/11/2053 | 20/06/2056 | Born Waipukurau 29 Oct 1929. Engine driver 2nd Class for first deployment and was a labourer for his second enlistment. Attested 1 Jul 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. His tine in the Army started badly with several breaches of military discipline. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 on Solent flying boat to Sydney. Flown by civil air to Japan via New Guinea and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 28 Nov 1953, entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and M/I to his unit the same day. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 29 Sep and was discharged to Unit 11 Oct 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian Fd Amb 17–27 Oct and was discharged to unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt 9 Nov 1954 to Pusan for embarkation, TSFD to the NZ Roll and embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 9). Discharged 10 Jan 1955. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 20th Reinforcements 10 Oct 1954 and emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 for Korea. Re-entered Japan 4 Dec 1955 and M/I Brit Com Sub Area Tokyo on deplanement. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy from NZ Base HQ 15 Dec 1955. This deployment started badly several misdemeanours. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 1 May 1956 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 20 Jun 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jul 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Served overseas two years 276 days. Attested in the Regular Force 4 Nov 1959. Served in RNZASC in Central District Coy, Fort Dorset and in 10 Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 15 Sep 1961. Discharged from 3 Nov 1964 on Completion of Engagement. Died Palmerston North 3 Aug 1971 aged 42 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HUBBARD, Rex Reginald | 514393 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Hamilton 24 Jul 1933. Boilerman for NZ Dairy Coy, Manawaru, Waikato. Served in 9th Intake CMT. Attested 3 Nov 1955 in Kayforce and was posted to RNZASC as a DVR 1 Nov 1955. Emplaned Auckland on RNZAF Hastings and flew via Brisbane, Townsville, Momote Island (Papua New Guinea), Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 13 Jan 1956 and M/I to NZ Base HQ on deplanement. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 22 Jan 1956 and M/I to this unit 25 Jan 1956. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb for two days in Feb and was discharged to his unit. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 3 Sep 1956 then to Temporary Corporal 24 Oct 1956 and to Corporal 13 Mar 1957. He did not adhere to R& SOs and was several times severely reprimanded and fined. TSFD to the NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug 1957 on RNZAF Hastings and RTNZ deplaned Auckland 10 Aug 1957. Served overseas one year 214 days. Discharged 1 Oct 1957 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Taradale 26 Aug 2008 aged 75 years. |
| HUBBARD, Robert Charles (Bob) | 208215 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni. Embarked Sasebo for three-day trip to Korea. Employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni, via Guam, New Guinea and Sydney. Deplaned at New Zealand 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Died Greymouth, 18 Jun 2014 aged 88 years. |
| HUCKER, John Earl (Jack) | 203771 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/06/2052 | Born New Plymouth 5 May 1927. Previous service in RNZAF. Farmer from Whangarei. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea travelling via Brisbane and Manila. M/I to NZRTU on disembarkation. M/O Reinforcement Training Unit to 16 Fd Regt (RNZA) and employed as Driver in Field Regiment pool, also served in F Troop, 163 Bty. Served from Pusan in the South to North Korea. Emplaned on Qantas or BCPA flight at Iwakuni 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ (RTNZ Roll No.67) via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney and deplaned Auckland 4 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1403 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Whangarei. Died Whangarei, 20 Apr 2014 aged 86 years. |
| HUDDLESTON, Maxwell Everard Frederick | 11296 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born 7 Sep 1928. Enlisted as an Ordinary Seaman on 17 Oct 1946. After training in Tamaki and Philomel his first sea service was in Bellona from 19 Jun 1947. He advanced to Able Seaman on 17 Oct 1947 and remained with that ship until 15 Jun 1948. Drafted to Pukaki 28 Sep 1949 and sailed from Auckland in that ship on 3 Jul 1950 to serve in the UN Forces in Korean waters. He RTNZ on 3 Dec 1950 and was then drafted to Philomel. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 16 Oct 1952. Re-entered the RNZN in Sep 1958 and served in Pukaki in Malaysian and Singaporean waters in 1959. During this period of service he served in Lachlan, Otago and Rotoiti. His Korea and UN Korea Medals were replaced at cost after he lost them. Discharged in Sep 1964. Re-joined the RNZN as a General Duties hand in 1965–66. Later lived in Helensville. Later awarded NZOSM, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, PJM and KWSM. |
| HUDDLESTONE, Desmond Arthur | 13229 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Linwood, Christchurch 14 Jul 1934. Was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 2 Feb 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. After training in Tamaki he was drafted as Boy 1st Class to Bellona followed by service in Kaniere. He returned to Bellona briefly and was then drafted to Rotoiti 1 Dec 1951. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 16 Jan 1952. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for serve in Korea with the UN Naval Forces mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 and remained in his ship. Drafted to Philomel on 1 Aug 1952. Advanced to Able Seaman 14 Apr 1953. Served in Tamaki 24 Sep 1953–20 Sep 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–10 Oct 1955. Served in Irirangi 11 Oct 1955–14 Feb 1957. Drafted to Rotoiti 15 Feb 1957–17 Mar 1958. DEE from Philomel 13 Jul 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZSSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HUDSON, Albert Ben | 204366 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Whakatane 22 Mar 1927. He was an employee of the State Forestry Department Rotorua. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 24 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in BHQ, 161 Bty. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 18 Feb 1954 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ 20 Feb 1954. Did not adhere to R&SOs several times. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam, Port Moresby and deplaned Auckland 17 Apr 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 306 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Not fit for civil occupation (torn external cartilage left knee) and remained under medical care. Discharged 11 Mar 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 25 Jul 2000 aged 73 years. |
| HUDSON, Bernard | 206498 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/01/2053 | Born Napier 10 Sep 1927. Served in BCOF, Japan. (815752, Temporary Corporal, NZAPC. Clerk from Thorndon, Wellington. Next-of-kin, Mr S.G. Hudson (father) Thorndon, Wellington.) Embarked Auckland 15 Jul 1947 and entered Japan 9 Aug 1947. Served in NZ Pay Office. To be Private 1-star, Temporary Corporal 5 Aug 1947. Known to have been at Chofu when he breached Camp Standing Orders. Embarked Japan 21 Jul 1948 for RTNZ. Disembarked Auckland 16 Aug 1948. Discharged 23 Sep 1948. Carpenter working in the Rehab Dept in Wellington. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 2 Aug 1951 while at sea. M/O from Darwin 7am 25 Aug 1951 and flew by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 26 Aug 1951. Sailed from Sasebo and entered Korea 28 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 29 Aug 1951. Reverted to Driver on ceasing to be Lance Corporal Clerk 5 Nov 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ 24 Jan and M/I to this unit on 28 Jan 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 Fen 10 Mar 1952 and was discharged to unit. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 20 Apr and discharged to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot 1 Jul 1952. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP Brit Com Leave Centre Tokyo 7 Jul 1952. Admitted CDS Tokyo 24–29 Sep 1952 and returned to BLC Tokyo. M/I to NZ Base HQ and CTBA BLC Tokyo and TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for medical RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 1 Jan 1953 From Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 154 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Died Whanganui 16 Jun 1975 aged 74 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUDSON, Jack John (JJ or Joe) | 204467 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 28/04/2054 | Born Whakatane 10 Oct 1930. Civilian trade carpenter before joining Kayforce. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flying boat flight to Sydney. Continued by chartered aircraft (Qantas or BCPA) via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Travelled by ship from Sasebo, Japan to Korea. Employed as gun number on Dog 1 Gun, 162 Bty. Served mainly in Imjin River area and near Hill 355. Was involved in a fire fight with Communist gunners. Promoted through the ranks to Gun Sergeant Dog 1 Gun. Pictured in K Force Despatches, Nov 2016, with Gunners Paul Te Kani, Kiri Martin, J.J Hudson, Boy Mangu and Lance Bombardier J. Popata. Played for 16 Fd Regt rugby team. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia. Arrived on the last flight on a Sunderland from Sydney to Mechanics Bay, Hobsonville, Auckland. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 24 Jul 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Living in Manurewa in 2006. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUDSON, Walter James | 207797 | Corporal | Force HQ Sigs Troop | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Wellington 10 Sep 1920. Postmaster from Roxburgh. Served in NZ Military Forces 1940–42, then served in 2 NZEF Divisional Signals (256141) and embarked between Jul and Dec 1942. At WWII end he came back to NZ. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950 and embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea on 31 Dec 1950 at Pusan. Posted to Force HQ Sigs Troop. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned NZ 26 Apr 1952. Discharged 15 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert was sent 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Dunedin. Died 15 Sep 1988 having just had his 68th birthday. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUDSON, William | 12723 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland 27 Feb 1924. Had served in the RN with Service No P/JX 710538 from 13 Jun 1944 to 1 Sep 1949. When he entered the RNZN at Cook on 13 Mar 1949 he was granted the rate of Able Seaman (Radar Plotter 3rd Class) qualification. He never improved on this rate in his five years with the RNZN. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a crew member who sailed the ship to join the RNZN Fleet in Auckland. On arrival in NZ he remained in this ship and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Pukaki to serve with the UN Naval Force in Korea. She RTNZ 30 May 1951 and he remained in her until 27 Jul 1951. He served in Tamaki and Philomel with just a brief spell in Stawell during Apr–May 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 15 Jan 1953–4 Feb 1954. DEE 26 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. The medals he may have received for his RN service are not known. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUFFADINE, Andrew James | 208171 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 29/04/2053 | Born Invercargill 3 Dec 1928. Shunter for New Zealand Railways at Invercargill. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 18 Jan for travel to Pusan and entered Korea 20 Jan 1952. Posted to HQ platoon, 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Attached FAP to NZRTU 1 Feb–1 May 1952. Played either wing or fullback in the Kayforce Rugby Team that toured Japan in Mar 1952. (Formerly Southland Provincial Junior and senior club player in Invercargill.) Sent on TOD to NZ Base HQ 28 Aug–21 Oct and was then attached to 16 Fd Regt 24 Oct–8 Nov 1952. Also attached to NZ Base Signal Troop for short while ending on 16 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by Qantas flight from Iwakuni and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, to Sydney. Deplaned at Wellington 29 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 272 days. Discharged from Kayforce 25 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Southland Hospital, Invercargill 10 May 1978 aged 49 years of age. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUGHES-HALLETT, Peter Richardson Michael | 13060 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born 16 Feb 1923 in the UK. Royal Navy officer on 3 years loan to the RNZN. Royal Navy Officer until 1952; seniority dated from 1 Sep 1944. On loan to RNZN and served in Tutira from 14 Feb 1949-1951. Sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Qualified for Torpedo and Anti-Submarine warfare. Also appointed Torpedo & Anti-submarine officer for duties with 11 Frigate Force. Returned to the UK and the RN on SS Ruahine. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUGHES, Arthur Brian | 688507 | Sapper | ? | RNZE | 21/04/2054 | 08/05/2055 | Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 12th Reinforcements. Emplaned Christchurch. 21 Apr 1954 for Japan on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni 24 Apr 1954. Not known how employed in Korea. Emplaned on Qantas flight from Iwakuni 1 May 1955 to Australia for RTNZ and deplaned from a Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 8 May 1955. Discharged 8 Jun 1955 and posted to TF unit. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HUGHES, Barry Bernard | 13269 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Matamata 11 Sep 1931. Post Office technician at Wellington prior to joining RNZN on 20 May 1950. Enlisted as Stoker. First sea service was in Bellona 18 Jan 1951 to 14 Feb 1952. Promoted Stoker Mechanic 25 May 1951. Held an appointment in Philomel for a short time before returning to Bellona. Drafted to Pukaki as Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 17 Aug 1953. Sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters. Promoted Leading Stoker Mechanic 7 Jan 1954. RTNZ 21 May 1956 but remained in this ship for a further three months before receiving next posting. Also served in Lachlan. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), NZGSM (M). Later served in Hawea and Rotoiti. DEE 24 May 1958 having reached the rate of Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic. Living in Mudgeeraba, Queensland, Australia 2005. |
| HUGHES, Beau Poupatatea | 206783 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 04/03/2053 | Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil air arriving Iwakuni 4 Jun 1952. Plane broke down several times on the way to Japan and the passengers on one occasion has to sleep on the tarmac near the plane because no accommodation was available. Posted 16 Fd Regt From NZRTU. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Returned by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953. Discharged 3 Apr 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1409 was sent 12 Apr 1957 to his given address in Levin. Living at Levin. Died Palmerston North Hospital, 27 Feb 2004. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUGHES, George Leslie Albert | 514197 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 06/04/2054 | 06/06/2055 | Born Matamata 14 Oct 1932. Entered Papakura Camp for service in Kayforce 8 Dec 1953. Obtained written consent from his parents as he was under 21 years of age. Posted to Burnham Camp for RNZASC Corps Training. Returned to Papakura Camp for Embarkation Leave then emplaned 6 Apr 1954 Mechanics Bay, Auckland, in a Teal Sunderland flying boat to Rose Bay in Sydney. Travelled to Japan by Qantas Super Constellation aircraft via Darwin where they stayed overnight. Travelled onto Manila where the aircraft was refuelled before travelling to Guam. Stayed on a US Army Base for the night. On arrival in Japan, they were taken to Kure where they stayed for about a week before travelling for three-days on the ship WO-San to Pusan. Stayed in a British Army Transit Camp awaiting a train to Seoul the next day. This trip took 12 hours and on arrival at Seoul were uplifted by 10 Tpt Coy vehicles and taken to their units. George was posted to A Platoon, 10 Tpt Coy (commanded by Major K.G. Miles) which was then located near the 38th Parallel. A Platoon was commanded by Captain Gow and the 2i/c was Lieutenant ‘Sleepy’ Williams. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Jun 1955 for RTNZ deplaning 6 Jun 1955 Auckland from RNZAF Hastings. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 3 Nov 1955 and re-embarked for Korea on 3 Dec 1955 and travelled by RNZAF aircraft via Australia, Port Moresby and Guam. Served in a similar location to previous trip. RTNZ by RNZAF Hastings aircraft on 23 Apr 1956 in the rank of Driver. Discharged from Kayforce again on 6 May 1956 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Living at Everton Hills, Queensland, Australia in Jan 2005. |
| HUGHES, Graham Leslie | 14186 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 28/09/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Sydenham, Christchurch 5 Oct 1935. Worked at Post & Telegraph Department Kaiapoi prior to joining RNZN. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 3 Oct 1952 but within six months he was reclassified as Boy Telegraphist then to Ordinary Telegraphist on 5 Apr 1953. Drafted to Lachlan 6 Aug 1953 for his first sea service then to Black Prince on 9 Nov 1953 remaining with that ship until 18 Aug 1954. Drafted to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1955 in the rate of Telegraphist and sailed from Auckland on 28 Apr 1955 to serve in Korean waters. RTNZ on 21 May 1956. Later served in Royalist 24 Sep 1958 to 7 Jun 1960 advanced to Leading Telegraphist then to Leading Radio Operator. He served twice in Irirangi. DEE 4 Oct 1961. Awarded NZOSM, NGCM clasp ‘Malaya’, NZGSM (K), NZDSM. |
| HUGHES, Leslie Owen | 203716 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Appears to have been employed by the Otematea and Rodney Times at Warkworth. Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Number Fd Regt pool and also served in 161 Bty. Accidentally injured 19 Nov 1951, “No action required”. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Wellington 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1411 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 was sent to an address in Auckland. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Manly, Australia, 19 Feb 2016 aged about 85 years. |
| HUGHES, Martin Bernard | 208812 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born 24 Apr 1922. Came from Spreydon, Christchurch. Previous service in Army and RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood approx 7.40am, 12 Oct 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Dec 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1412 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to his given address in Christchurch. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 1998. |
| HUGHES, Massey | 508016 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/05/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan and on arrival was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for return to Sydney. Completed journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney to New Zealand. Discharged 11 Jan 1955 and reposted to TF. Died Te Awamutu 9 Apr 2011. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOS,M NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HUGHES, Michael Joseph John Eugene | 208172 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni late Aug or early Sep 1951. He then travelled by ship from Sasebo Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 15 Oct 2010. |
| HUGHES, Wilfred | 689430 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Taumarunui 15 Oct 1931. Employed by Claude Neon Lights, Wellington. Served in CMT 6th intake. Serving TF soldier in Wellington Regt for two years. Enlisted in Kayforce 5 May 1954. Emplaned Auckland 28 Aug 1954 as a Gunner on RNZAF Hastings for travel to Japan via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 31 Aug 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 6 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 8 Sep 1954. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Sep 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 9–11 Oct 1954 and was discharged direct to unit. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 6–11 May 1955 and discharged direct to unit. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Apr 1956. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 240 days. Discharged from Kayforce 21 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HUGHES, William Arthur | 341773 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/01/2055 | 16/09/2056 | Born Birmingham, UK, 7 Nov 1930. Previous service as Private with Service No 22108656 in the Royal Warwickshire Regt. Driver for NZ Glass Works before enlisting in Kayforce on 7 Sep 1954. Emplaned 4 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings at Whenuapai for travel to Japan deplaning 7 Jan 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 11 Jan 1955 and entered Korea 12 Jan 1955. Employed in C Platoon as a driver. Married Miss Etsuko Ogura at Tokyo on 18 Jun 1956. Served overseas one year 204 days. Embarked Kure 18 Jul 1956 on HMT Asturias (an indulgence passage) to Singapore and flew from Singapore by BOAC to the UK accompanied by his wife. Discharged 16 Sep 1956 in the UK. Applied from Australia, to re-join the NZ Army in 1965. This did not proceed. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HUGHES, William Phillips | 30484 | Captain | NZ Base HQ | NZ Regt | 26/08/2053 | 17/03/2054 | Born Auckland 7 Nov 1920. Student teacher who served in 1 Auckland Regt, Territorial Force 1 Jul 1940 until transferring to RNZAF Area Pool 14 Aug 1941 then to RNZN. Served in RNZNVR from 10 Feb 1942–31 Mar 1946. His naval service commenced as Naval Airman 2nd Class. Sent to HMS St Vincent, Gosport, 22 Feb 1942 where he underwent training for the Fleet Air Arm. Next sent to HMS Deadalus a RN Air Station in the UK then to HMS Saker II in the USA 1 Oct 1942 to 21 Jun 1943 for fighter course. Promoted Temporary Sub-Lieutenant 22 Dec 1943. Posted 20 Mar 1944 to 1832 Sqn, RNAS, HMS Gannet, a fleet Air Arm base in Northern Ireland from where aircraft provided cover for convoys during the 2nd Battle of the Atlantic. He then served in 852 Sqn flying a Wildcat Mk V fighter, operating from HMS Nabob, an escort carrier, involved in protection of convoys to and from Russia and was damaged by U–345 (position 71.42N 19.11E) during the search and attack on the Tirpitz. His next station was HMS Sparrowhawk a shore station at Orkney, Scotland followed by service in another escort carrier HMS Trumpeter (outfitted as an anti-submarine carrier) in which he served 14 Oct 1944–2 Jun 1945 before moving onto HMS Heron and then to HMS Cook III in Nov 1945. He was now a Temporary Lieutenant (A). RTNZ 14 Apr 1946. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Air Crew Europe star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal for his WWII Service. School master for Auckland Education Board holding 6 subjects for BA degree. Attested for Regular Force 1 Apr 1950. Appointed to Kayforce 19 Aug 1953 as Captain in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 26 Aug 1953 as Captain on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 30 Aug 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 4 Sep 1953 and entered Korea the next day. On TOD to Brit Com Sub Area North 28 Sep to 14 Oct 1953. On TOD to 1 Comwel Div 31 Oct 1954 to 25 Jan 1954 when he returned to NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas 204 days. SOS Kayforce 13 Apr 1954 and re-posted to Regular Force at Fort Cautley, Devonport. Died while at work at the Defence Electronic Data Processing Unit at Porirua 1 Nov 1966 (now gone). Discharged dead 1 Nov 1966. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZDSM and as he served further north of the Arctic Circle also the Arctic Star. |
| HUGHES, William Thomas | 208933 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 04/11/2053 | 16/05/2055 | Enlisted in Kayforce circa 23 Jun 1953. Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Flown by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni, 7 Nov 1953. Embarked 13 Apr 1955 on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed the journey to deplane Harewood, Christchurch 16 May 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Jul 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1415 was sent 12 Apr 1957 to his given address in Christchurch. Medal entitlement not known at this time. |
| HUGHES, William Thomas (Tomis) Edward | 34825 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 07/05/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Served in BCOF, Japan. (2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16 p.63. 815753, Private, 2 Bn. Jockey from Petone. Next-of-kin Mrs V.J. Hughes (mother), Petone.) Also Regular Force service. Emplaned Wellington 7 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 May 1953. Served in either 10 Tpt Coy or Div HQ Tpt Pl. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Nov 1954 and deplaned Harewood 27 Nov 1954. Served in Korea one year 198 days. Discharged 11 Jan 1955. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1416 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Petone, Wellington. Died Tauranga, 7 Jul 2000. |
| HUGHSON, William Andrew | 211099 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZ Infantry Corps | 24/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Served in BCOF, Japan. (648429, Private, NZ Base HQ. New Zealand Railways fireman from Hawera. Next-of-kin Miss J.A. Hughson (sister) Hawera.) Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Completed return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned Wellington 21 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HUIA, David P | 329459 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Mangere 10 Nov 1932. Farmhand. Ex TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned 2 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in B Platoon. Admitted to Tokyo Army Hospital 24 Mar 1955 abscesses around kidneys. Discharged from Camp Dressing Station to British Leave Unit 6 Apr 1955. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 235 days. Discharged 17 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Onehunga, 3 Apr 2002 aged 70 years. |
| HULBERT, Desmond Patrick | 12635 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Southampton, Hampshire, UK, 17 Mar 1928. Employed as a driver before he entered the RN on 16 May 1946 as an Assistant Cook. Nearly all his service was on shore stations apart from his time in HMS Myngs (destroyer) 19 Dec 1946–31 Mar 1947. Advanced to Cook (Seamen) 16 Mar 1947. Discharged from the RN 22 Mar 1949. Entered the RNZN at Cook (soon to be renamed Maori) on 13 Feb 1949. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 but was soon TSFD to Rotoiti on 7 Jun 1949. He sailed in this ship to NZ and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951 and then served in Philomel, Tamaki and Kiwi. His posting card is marked RUN 13 Nov 1953. He was recovered after two months away and returned to Philomel on 11 Feb 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 23 Apr 1954–11 Jan 1955. He served briefly in Philomel while awaiting passage to Britain. DEE from Maori 22 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| HULSE, Ronald George (Ron) | 11428 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Huntly 29 Jul 1931. Employed as a message boy for the Farmers Trading Co before he entered the RNZN on 13 Mar 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. Was in the 11th Class of Seaman Boys. Drafted to Bellona as Boy 1st Class on 20 Jan 1948. Served in Taupo 3 Feb 1949–1 Feb 1950. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 29 Jul 1949. Advanced to Able Seaman 29 Jan 1950. Served in Philomel 29 Jan 1950–28 Sep 1950. Also served in Bellona again and was then sent to HMAS Cerberus 11 Jul–4 Oct 1951. Drafted 26 Nov 1951 to Rotoiti and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 on second deployment to Korea via, Raoul Island, Fiji and Kure, Japan. Armourer. Served on the west coast of Korea and was in action in the Han River. Last UN warship to use the Han River. Ship had to let slip the anchor and withdrew under heavy enemy fire. Also at Inchon. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Sydney and arrived in Devonport 19 Mar 1953. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 1 Jan 1953. Served in Philomel and twice more in Bellona also served in Black Prince 21 Sep 1954–13 Apr 1955. DEE on 28 Jul 1955. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZDSM and KWSM. President of Howick RSA in 2002. Ron Hulse presented Howick College Student Ubin Kim who won the Prime Minister’s Essay Competition with two books detailing the history of the Korean War before Ubin Kim left for Korea. Ron Hulse died on the Hibiscus Coast 2 May 2020 aged 89 years. |
| HUMBY, Roy Herbert Longland | 13694 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/10/2054 | Born Southampton, Hampshire, UK, on 28 Aug 1924. Enlisted in the Royal Navy in 1942. Extended Service Commission terminated on transfer to RNZN on date stated: R. H. L. HUMBY, 2nd Jul 1951. TSFD to the RNZN in 1951. Seniority as Lieutenant dated from 28 Aug 1946. Appointed to Irirangi as first Lieutenant on 14 Aug 1951. Appointed to Pukaki on second deployment sailing from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Korean waters. Pukaki RTNZ on 28 Sep 1954 and he then served in Wakefield as Staff Officer (Operations). Also served in Malayan waters in Pukaki and later Royalist during the Second Commission Voyage to Malayan and Korean waters. During the Confrontation period he served as the Commanding Officer in Otago 1964–66 and was again in Malaysian waters as commander of Waikato. Later Commodore at ACDS (Personnel) Jan 1978. Commanding Officer Otago Aug 1965. Later attached to Singapore Marine Forces. GSM 1962 issued 23 Jan 1970. Chief Staff Officer Commodore Auckland staff 1968. Appointed Aide-de-Camp (additional) to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second on 13 Mar 1978. Later Commodore CBE (NY Hons 1979). Retired on 28 Aug 1979. Returned to the UK. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and GSM 1962 (Malay Peninsula). |
| HUME, Bryan Goodfellow | 11297 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Tauranga 17 Oct 1928. Employed as draper’s assistant before he entered the RNZN on 17 Oct 1946 as an Ordinary Seaman on a six-year engagement. After his initial training he was drafted to Bellona 19 Jun 1947. Advanced to Able Seaman 17 Oct 1947. Served in Philomel and Tamaki and was drafted to Pukaki on 21 Sep 1949. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira to serve in Korean waters on the first deployment of NZ Forces to the Korean war. Served mainly on the west coast on patrol and escort duties. Noted the cold as the Korean winter was setting in. RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. On RTNZ he then served in Philomel, Bellona and Tamaki and was DEE 2 Oct 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. |
| HUMM, Herbert Lester | 817039 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/09/2054 | 01/01/1970 | Born Christchurch 14 Aug 1931. Civil trade fitter for NZ Railways, Wellington. Serving TF soldier. 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at RNZAF Whenuapai for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima and Iwakuni. Deplaned Japan 4 Sep 1954. Entered Korea 11 Sep 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt but a month later TSFD to RNZASC and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Admitted to 43 US MASH 16 Oct 1955 but DIED in Korea from injuries received in a vehicle accident 21 Oct 1955. Buried in the United Nations Cemetery, Tanggok, Pusan. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Understood his NOK have received the NZ Memorial Cross. |
| HUMPHREY, John William (Egbert) | 13499 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Newtown, Wellington, 3 Dec 1929. Came from Feilding. Enlisted in RNZN 28 Sep 1950 as a Stoker. Like many others of the time his first ship was Bellona in which he served from 29 Aug 1951–22 Jul 1953. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 28 Sep 1951. Drafted to Pukaki 23 Jul 1953 which was in the Reserved Fleet at the time. Refitted and restored and sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve in Korea waters. Served mainly on west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Served in Tamaki and advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Drafted on 3 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve SE Asia and Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Served in Black Prince then returned to serve in Royalist. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 13 Jul 1960 while in Philomel. Then served in Rotoiti 2 Nov 1961 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic 1 Jun 1962. Served in Philomel or Royalist until drafted to Santon on 29 Jun 1966. This ship was loaned by the RN to the RNZN, was on operations during Confrontasi and never served in NZ waters. Back in NZ he served in Philomel Haku, Wakefield and was Discharged to RA on 27 Sep 1973. Later Security Guard at Defence House, Wellington. Later issued NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, Naval GSM 1915 clasp ‘Malaya’, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and Royal Navy LS&GC Medal (named ‘HUMPHREY J.W. NZ13499 POME HMNZS ROYALIST’). Later awarded the NZGSM (K). Living in Porirua in 2004. Died Whitby, Porirua, 22 Sep 2011 aged 81 years. |
| HUMPHREY, Lawrence Bruce | 206374 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/05/2052 | Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty, Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned Wellington 7 May 1952 from RMA Ararangi (Teal flying boat). Discharged 25 Jun 1952. Went initially to Pahiatua to his father’s home. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Dargaville, 18 Jul 2002. |
| HUMPHREYS, Trevor Wynn | 204648 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/10/2053 | 13/10/2054 | Born Christchurch 16 Feb 1930. Previous service in RNZAF from 28 Apr 1948 but took his discharge within six months. Applied to re-join the RNZAF in 1950 for overseas service only, which the RNZAF would not consider. Was a tram conductor for the Auckland Transport board then bulldozer driver for Epsom Carriers, Auckland. Enlisted 21 Apr 1953 in Kayforce and emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to 1 Div Sigs Regt 24 Sep 1953 and entered Korea 25 Sep 1953. RTNZ for compassionate reasons, travelling by sea from Pusan to Kure and emplaned Iwakuni and deplaned Auckland 28 Oct 1953. Re-embarked for Korea 17 Nov 1953. Deplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 after compassionate leave and was reposted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 28 Nov 1953. Re-entered Korea 29 Nov 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 14Aug 1954 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from hospital to NZ Base HQ 11 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni, Japan 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ (Medical) and arrived Auckland 13 Oct 1954 on Teal flight ex Sydney. Served in Korea one year 44 days. Discharged 4 Dec 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| HUMPHRIES, Donald John | 203910 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Timaru 25 Sep 1927. Carpenter’s labourer for H Thomas, Builder, Awanui, Northland. Enlisted in Kayforce 9 Sep 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Admitted to 60 Indian Fd Amb 13 May 1951 and discharged from 3 Stationary Hosp 24 May 1951 to NZRTU. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 7 Jul 1951. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to NZRTU and M/I 22 Jan 1952. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 Mar 1952 and was discharged four days later to NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Wellington 21 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sidney. Served overseas one year 195 days. Discharged 14 Aug 1952 and returned to Southland. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Huntly 15 Apr 1990 aged 63 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUMPHRIES, Michael | 15392 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Hammersmith, London, UK, on 14 Apr 1940. Was a student before he entered the RNZN on 19 May 1955 aged 15 years one month. When he turned 18 his service would be for 8 years dated from 14 Apr 1958. Served in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 31 Oct 1955, to Signalman Boy (Provisional) on 14 Dec 1955 and to Junior Signalman 19 Apr 1956. Served in Hawea, Rotoiti and Philomel before he was drafted to Royalist on 23 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Communication Division. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 14 Oct 1957. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in her until 23 Sep 1958. Served in Philomel briefly and was then drafted to Black Prince 30 Oct–5 Nov 1958. Discharged 12 Feb 1959 SNLR. He was then approximately 18 and a half years old. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HUMPHRIES, Raymond | 208495 | Craftsman | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD | RNZEME | 03/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born 25 Oct 1929. Came from Stoke-on-Trent, England, UK. Previous service in the Army. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Entered Japan 6 May 1952. Served in 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt LAD. Also employed in 10 Tpt Coy Workshop Platoon. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. RTNZ on SS Taiping embarking 29 Jan 1954 at Kobe, Japan and travelling via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Apr 1954. Returned to Timaru. Living in Christchurch in 1996. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died 6 Oct 2005. |
| HUNE, Matepo | 204523 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/12/2052 | 17/07/2054 | Born Poroporo, Whakatane District, 22 Aug 1928. Came from Te Whaiti, Rotorua. Truck Driver for MOW Rotorua. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 23 Dec 1952 on Teal flying boat Awatere to Sydney and onto Korea by Qantas deplaning Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 31 Dec 1952 and M/I to this unit 3 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 1 Jan 1953. Accidentally injured 9 Jun 1953. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 10 Jun and was discharged to unit 22 Jun 1953. Had a small number of misdemeanours and had 14 days in Canadian Detention Barracks. Admitted 4 Canadian Fd Amb 11 May 1954 and TSFD to Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit. Discharged to unit 31 May 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 27 Jun 1954. M/I to NZ Base HQ 5 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 17 Jul 1954 and deplaned Auckland 23 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 213 days. Discharged 19 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died 14 Dec 1974. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUNT, Alan | 206499 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Rotorua 6 Sep 1920. Previous service in the RNZN for 4½ years. Discharged Engagement expired. Hospital orderly, Waipukurau Hospital Board. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force 12 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) M/O Darwin 11pm 26 Aug 1951 by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 2 Oct 1951 and M/I to that unit when he eventually arrived in Korea. Admitted BCOF Gen Hosp 28 Sep and was discharged 16 Oct 1951. Committed some misdemeanours before he entered Korea on 2 Nov 1951. Discipline breaches continued throughout his time in Kayforce. Admitted 26 Fd Amb from NZRTU 27–29 Mar 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 Mar–23 Apr 1952. M/O NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 22 Jul 1952 then posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 26 Jul 1952. Admitted Fd Amb again 6–9 Feb 1953 and was discharged direct to unit. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt and served in RHQ. Failed to adhere to R&SOs and was awarded 21 days Field Punishment. Released direct to unit 27 May 1953 and attached FAP 16 Fd Regt. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Jun 1953. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ deplaning Wellington 24 Jun from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 328 days. Discharged 23 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Omakere 31 Jan 1981 aged 61 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUNT, Cedric Godfrey | 204716 | Captain | 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt RE | RNZE | 04/11/2053 | 08/09/2054 | Born Cheviot, Canterbury, 21 Jul 1920. Bank Clerk Union Bank of Australia, at Whakatane then Hamilton. Attested as Trooper in Waikato Mtd Rifles 20 Nov 1940–30 Apr 1941. On LWOP until TSFD to navy and enlisted 16 May 1941 as a Probationary Writer in the NZ Division of the Royal Navy with Service No NZD 3109. Advanced to Writer 15 Aug 1941. Was at HMS Sultan (Gosport, UK) 12 Sep 1941. At HMS Tana at Mombasa in Jun 1942. Advanced to Leading Writer 11 Jun 1942. Drafted to HMS Hawkins (cruiser) Feb–29 Sep 1943. Was involved in convoy defence and interception duties in the Indian Ocean and visited Bombay, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and Simonstown in South Africa. Drafted to HMS Good Hope (cruiser) 30 Sep–28 Oct 1943. Commissioned Sub-Lieutenant 29 Apr 1944. Engagement ended 20 Mar 1946. Served in RNZNVR 15 Nov 1948–19 Oct 1951. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal. Joined Territorial Force NZ Military Forces 1949–1953. 1 Fd Engr Regt as TF Officer 13 Nov 1951. Became a Civil Engineer for Opotiki County Council. Appointed to Kayforce 9 Oct 1953 ex 1 Field Engineer Regt, RNZE, Emplaned Wellington 4 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey by civil air to Iwakuni, Japan. M/I NZRTU on deplanement 7 Nov 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army) 16 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 17 Nov 1953 and was appointed OC NZ Base Engr Constr Section. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 3–9 Apr 1954. Relinquished appointment OC NZ Base Engr Constr Section 26 Jun 1954. Moved to the NZ Roll and CTBA to 28 Fd Engr Regt 25 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1954 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 8 Sep 1954. Served overseas this tour 309 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. SOS the Emergency Force and TSFD from the Reserve of Officers, Regimental List, 1 Field Engineer Regt, to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZE with the rank of Captain, 5 Oct 1954. 20 Dec 1954 at 1 Fd Engr Regt as Captain Promoted Temporary Major 23 Dec 1955. Appointed to the RF 7 Apr 1959 and served in the Middle East as a UN Observer in Palestine and was selected by General Von Horn to accompany him to work in the Congo based at Leopoldville. Took his discharge in London prior to returning to New Zealand. TSFD to the Reserve of Officers in the rank of Major 30 Jun 1962. Posted to the Retired List 21 Jul 1970. His medals are now in the RNZE Museum, Engineer Corps Memorial Centre Linton Camp. |
| HUNT, Desmond Frederick (Snow) | 330998 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ | RNZE | 16/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Auckland 7 Aug 1931. Sheet Metal worker for Southdown Freezing Works, Penrose, Auckland. Served in 10th Intake CMT. Attested 16 Mar 1954 in Kayforce 15th Reinforcements. Sent to Linton Camp for Corps Training 15 May 1954. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954. TSFD from RNZE to RNZA 28 Jun 1954. Posted to NZRTU 4 Jul 1954. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 10–30 Jul 1954 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ and remained on X(ii) List. Twice more admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Posted to NZRTU and then to 16 Fd Regt 15 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 16 Oct 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 21 Jul 1955 (BCFK Boxing Tournament). M/O NZ Base HQ to 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA 2 Aug 1955. Had two discipline breaches 17 Sep 1955 including wilful damage to public property. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 6 Jan 1956 and M/I 9 Jan 1956. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ arriving Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 219 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 15 Mar 1956 and posted to TF unit 16 Mar 1956 (4 Fd Park Sqn, RNZE to complete obligations under Military Training Act 1949. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1425 was sent 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Onehunga, Auckland. May have died 7 Jun 1996. |
| HUNT, Ernest Wayne (Buzz) | 206375 | Major | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/04/2053 | Born Auckland 20 May 2015, Served in 2 NZEF 1940–44 (25627 Sergeant, 35 Fd Bty, NZA). Indian Army 1944–46. Appointed to the Emergency Force from the Retired List. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Main Body for Korea and travelled via Brisbane, Manila to Pusan. On arrival at 27 Comwel Bde at Naegon-ni as 163 (Roger) Battery Commander he was attached to HQ 3 Royal Australian Regiment to provide artillery support to that unit. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 15 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (Temporary Major) London Gazette, 11 Sep 1951 for his work during the Battle of Kapyong. Reposted to Retired List 5 Jul 1953. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUNT, Gordon Seymour | 203757 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/06/2051 | Previous service in 14 Sqn, RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950 and entered camp to train for service in Korea. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Employed as a Driver Operator in 16 Fd Regt. Also served in 163 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Jun 1951 for RTNZ for medical reasons (walking case–dermatitis). Deplaned Wellington on 18 Jun 1951. Discharged 18 Nov 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were sent to Poroti, Whangarei. Also went to Ongarue near Taumarunui. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died at the Trevellyn Home & Hospital, Hamilton on 27 Sep 2007. |
| HUNT, Patrick David (Paddy) | 203540 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/03/2053 | Born during 1929. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Technical Assistant in 161 Bty. Promoted Sergeant. Emplaned Iwakuni ETD 13 Jul 1951 for RTNZ to attend an OCTU training course. Arrived Auckland on 18 Jul 1951 for commissioning course in Waiouru Camp. Graduated from Kayforce OCTU 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Re-embarked with 3rd Reinforcements on MV Wanganella 31 Jan 1952 for Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked at Sydney on HMT Devonshire 5 Mar 1952 for travel to Kure, Japan. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight 18 Mar 1953. SOS Kayforce 8 May 1953 and posted to the Reserve of Officers General List (RNZA). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Lady Allum Home, Milford, Auckland, 20 Dec 2015, aged 86. |
| HUNT, Philip Gordon | 206732 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 01/05/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, UK, 4 Nov 1923. Previous service in the British Army. Employed as a reporter for the Dominion newspaper. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Underwent training at Burnham, Waiouru and at Linton Camps. Married 18 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and entered Korea 7 May 1952. Admitted to 37 Canadian Fd Amb 15 Dec 1952 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from Hospital and returned to unit 6 Feb 1953. M/I to NZ Base HQ ex TOD to 1 Comwel Div 23 May 1953. Medically re-boarded 4 Mar 1953. Applied for discharge in Japan as he had been offered an appointment with Reuters News Agency in Japan. Discharge in Japan approved. Discharged from Kayforce on 13 Jan 1954. Served in Korea one year 201 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUNT, Reginald | 211331 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 24/02/2054 | 12/05/2055 | Born Palmerston North 8 Nov 1920. Previous service in the Army. Labourer for Mr J.W. Davis, Inglewood, Attested in Kayforce 31 Oct 1953. TSFD to RNZA in Waiouru 27 Nov 1953 Emplaned 24 Feb 1954 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney and continued by civil air to Japan disembarking at Iwakuni on 27 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 7 Mar 1954, entered Korea 8 Mar and M/I to this unit 10 Mar 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 26 Jul 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 23 Aug 1954. Admitted CDS Tokyo 18–22 Oct and was discharged direct to unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy from 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 6 Nov 1954. Promoted Cpi (Cook) 4 Mar 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Apr 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni on Qantas for RTNZ 8 May 1955. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney 12 May 1955. Served overseas one year 78 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jun 1955. Died Wellington 8 Mar 1978 aged 57 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HUNT, Stephen William | 207859 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 14/06/2052 | Previous service in BCOF, Japan. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.16 p.64. (819610, Driver, NZASC. Labourer from Reefton. Next-of-kin Mrs M.H. Hunt (mother), Reefton.) Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and worked in RHQ. Emplaned Iwakuni, 11 Jun 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Travelled via Guam and Port Moresby, New Guinea. Deplaned 14 Jun 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Aug 1952 and returned to Reefton. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. On arrival back in NZ he initially went to Reefton. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1427 was sent 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Reefton. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUNTER, Carl | 208575 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/06/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Westport 1927. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier, Lance Bombardier then to Temporary Bombardier and to Bombardier. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 22 May 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1429 was sent 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Westport. Died Westport, 2 Mar 1998. Buried Springston Cemetery, Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. |
| HUNTER, David Meikle | 206175 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 24/05/2052 | Born circa 1928. Previous service in the Merchant Navy. Enlisted in KMB during late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 May 1952 for RTNZ by British Commonwealth Pacific Airways charter plane to Sydney and Teal flying boat from Sydney to deplane Wellington 24 May 1952. Discharged 15 Jul 1952 and returned to Foxton. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Masterton 28 Jan 1977 aged 49 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUNTER, Harold Lesley | 207943 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/05/2052 | Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 26 May 1952 and flew to Sydney. Completed the journey by Teal flight and deplaned Wellington 30 May 1952. Discharged 22 Jul 1952 and returned to Invercargill. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1429 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to his address in Invercargill. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUNTER, John Alfred | 12358 | Steward | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Paddington, London, UK, 11 Aug 1927. Previous service in the Royal Navy (Service No C/LX 752668) from 20 Jun 1945. Served mainly in Royal Arthur, a training centre established near Skegness; then served in Wagtail near Ayr in Scotland; At St Angelo at Malta and at Pembroke Dock in Wales, during the latter part of 1945 through to 1947. Entered RNZN at Cook III, London, on 9 Aug 1948 as a Steward. Drafted to HMS Loch Eck which became HMNZS Hawea on 1 Oct 1948. He was a member of the crew of Hawea 10 Oct 1948 to 12 Sep 1949 when that ship was sailed to New Zealand. On arrival in NZ he served in Tamaki and was drafted to Pukaki on 2 Feb 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. Back in NZ he served in Tamaki and Philomel. Also served for a very short time in Bellona. The remainder of his time in the RNZN was served in Philomel and Tamaki. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. DEE 16 Aug 1951. He decided to remain in New Zealand rather than take up the option of returning to the UK at the completion of his engagement. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Morrinsville, 12 Oct 1999 aged 72 years. |
| HUNTER, Kenneth Quirk | 206381 | Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/09/2052 | Born Motherwell, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, 24 May 1919. Served in the British Army 1938–44. Surveyor from Christchurch. Appointed to the Emergency Force 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Wounded in action on 9 Oct 1951 in the upper thigh by an exploding enemy shell in the attacks on the advance to Line Jamestown (in area of Hill 317). Evacuated to BCOF and was replaced by Kelly Griffiths. SOS Kayforce 14 Nov 1952 and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Died Nelson 16 Nov 1958 aged 39 years. |
| HUNTER, Peter Colin | 12532 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Born Paeroa 27 Mar 1932. Enlisted in the RNZN in the 15th Class of Boys as Seaman Boy Telegraphist on 11 Nov 1948. Also served in Bellona and Lachlan. Drafted to Irirangi near Waiouru. Drafted to Kaniere 2 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forced. Was on board the ship when it was straddled by North Korean shore battery fire. Kaniere was also involved in shore bombardment particularly of the coastal railway system and trains. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. His final service was in Irirangi 7 May 1954–28 Aug 1955 and in Philomel 29 Aug 1955 until DEE 4 Apr 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Later joined New Zealand Police. Living in Newlands, Wellington 2003. Revisited Korea 10–20 Apr 2010. Died Ashburton on 11 May 2018 aged 86 years. |
| HUNTER, Samuel (aka RAPA) | 208861 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/06/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born 5 Aug 1928. Came from Ruatoria. Enlisted in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni Japan 6 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Travelled by boat from Pusan to Japan and served in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and travelled via Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to deplane Auckland 19 Oct 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1430 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Ruatoria. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Dec 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Gisborne 16 Apr 2012. Buried Tolaga Bay cemetery. |
| HUNTER, Scott William | 203948 | Lance Corporal | ? | RNZASC | 15/06/2051 | 20/08/2053 | Served in BCOF, Japan. Also served in RNZAF. Enlisted in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Embarked 15 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence to Korea. Later became Sergeant. Emplaned on Qantas flight at Iwakuni, Japan, 15 Aug 1953 and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney deplaning Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from a Teal flight. Discharged from Kayforce 3 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1431 was sent 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Takapuna. Deceased. |
| HUNTER, Tekanio Takirau Frank | 11668 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born New Lynn, Auckland, 23 Feb 1931. He was an apprentice carpenter before he entered the RNZN on 6 Nov 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was in Tamaki and he was then drafted to Bellona 30 Nov 1948–23 May 1949. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 23 Feb 1949. Served in Taupo, Waiouru (before the naval signals station was named Irirangi) and Tamaki. Drafted to Rotoiti on 2 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. On RTNZ he served in Arataki and then Philomel, but he RUN on 16 Sep 1953 and was not recovered until 18 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged SNLR 29 Dec 1953. |
| HUNTSMAN, Norman Francis | 203828 | Temporary Sergeant | NZ Base HQ | RNZE | 07/12/2050 | 26/04/2052 | Born Sydney, Australia 3 Oct 1910. Previous service in the Army during WWII in 20 Fd Coy, NZE in Fiji 18 Jul 1942–17 Apr 1943 and was promoted Lance Sergeant during that time. Discharged 14 Apr 1943. Awarded the Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Then served in the Interim Army. Enlisted in rank of Private in NZ Temporary Staff and posted to NZ Interim Army Course 3 Mar 1947. M/I Northern District Constr Coy, NZE 5 Mar 1947 but did not stay long as he was discharged 11 Apr 1948. Then employed by Winstone's as a plumber. Enlisted in Kayforce 31 Aug 1950 as a Gunner. Promoted Lance Corporal then a few days later to Corporal and Temporary Sergeant 1 Nov 1950. Member of Advance Party No.1, emplaned Auckland 7 Dec 1950 at on RNZAF DC3 aircraft. Flew via Norfolk Island to Sydney then travelled on by Qantas to Darwin and Manila then onto Iwakuni Japan. Entered Korea 11 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base Engr Section. The advance party was initially to set up a base at Taegu but that was too close to the Front, so everyone returned to Pusan. Had several conflicts against military discipline and was reduced to the rank of Lance Corporal 25 Jan 1951. His next offence occurred 22 Feb 1951 which saw him reduced to Sapper and awarded 30 days Field Punishment. Followed by further indiscretions and punishments. Also posted to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). TSFD to the NZ Roll on 23 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 Apr 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 26 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later Sergeant. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Jun 1952. Dies 15 Apr 1965 aged 54 years. Buried Otahuhu Public Cemetery. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HURA, James | 208216 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 03/07/2054 | Came from Christchurch. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force during Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni and by ship from Sasebo to Korea. Posted to RNZASC and served in 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 3 Jul 1954. Served overseas two years 335 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Nov 1954. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1433 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to his address in Christchurch. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HURFORD, Kelvin Thomas | 206078 | Gunner | RNZA | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Born Nelson 23 Jun 1927. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and was initially in the Camp HQ Security Section. Later served in RNZA Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Returned as a Sergeant to NZ by civil air via Guam, Port Moresby to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 268 days. Discharged 4 Nov 1952. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1434 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Masterton. Living at Hamilton 2005. Entitled to NZDSM. Died peacefully at Phoenix House, Coromandel on 25 Jul 2020 aged 93 years. |
| HURLE, Raymond Stennett | 203066 | Sergeant | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 22/07/2052 | 03/08/2054 | Born Antofagasta, Chile and returned with family to New Zealand. Came from Devonport. Enlisted 10 Jan 1952 in Kayforce 3rd Replacements. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan via Port Moresby and Guam and deplane Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952. Served as Technical Assistant in 162 Bty Command Post. Served around the 38th Parallel. Was also involved in the parade for General Eisenhower. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 3 Aug 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Nov 1954. Joined Regular Force 17 Nov 1954 and served in Malaya with the NZ SAS Squadron attached to the British SAS Regiment, during the Malayan Emergency 1955–1957. Awarded State of Perak Distinguished Conduct Medal. Also served in Malaya with 2 NZ Regt 1959–61. Continued to serve in the Regular Force. Later commissioned and held several appointments including a period in the NZDF Intelligence Corps. Retired in the rank of Major on 28 Sep 1989. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, LS&GC Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Perak Distinguished Conduct Medal and KWSM. See Service Lives Remembered. Died suddenly at Upper Hutt on 4 Aug 2019 aged 89 years. |
| HURLEY, Kenneth Morgan | 13875 | Leading Steward | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, UK, 16 Apr 1910. Employed as a grocer’s porter before he entered the RN on 23 Apr 1929 as an Op [Officer’s?] Steward 4th Class with the Service No P/LX 20960. Drafted to Hood (battleship) 28 May 1931–30 Aug 1933. Advanced to Steward 1 Oct 1931. He was in the crew during the Caribbean Cruise in early 1932 and then served in the winter cruise in the Mediterranean in late 1932. He served in Victory 31 Aug 1933–4 Jan 1938 with the exception on one month in Windsor (destroyer) 20 Aug–18 Oct 1937. Drafted to Hastings (sloop) 5 Jan–24 Sep 1938 and advanced to Leading Steward on 21 Jul 1938. Administered by Victory 25 Sep 1938–10 Jan 1939 and was then drafted to Dolphin and started training for submarines. Drafted to Seal a minelaying submarine on 31 May 1939 operating from HM Dolphin or from HMS Elfin. Seal was captured by the Kriegsmarine when she was damaged while laying mines in the Kattegat between Norway and Denmark. Seal could not steer and could when eventually coming to the surface was captured and taken into German service as UB. She was the only British submarine the Germans captured at sea during World War II. Ken Hurley and the other members of the crew became POWs until repatriated on 9 May 1945. He was held in German POW Camp 20A (Stalag XXA) Thorn (Torun), Poland with German POW No.5323. They were marched out to Germany as the Russian forces advanced and were finally liberated by the American Army, far in Germany. After the war he served in Tactician May 1945–Apr 1946 then in Alaric 27 Sep 1946–30 Jul 1948. His remaining RN service was in Shore stations like Victory and Hornet. He was discharged 2 Aug 1951 and placed on a pension. He entered the RNZN at Maori on 14 Aug 1952 as a Steward and the next day advanced to Leading Steward. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel, Tamaki then Lachlan where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Steward (Local) 7 Dec 1953 but he relinquished the rate and returned to Leading Steward 18 May 1953. Drafted to Tamaki and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Steward (Local) 11 Mar 1953 but again relinquished the rate returning to Leading Steward 20 Sep 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 21 Sep 1953 and sailed from Auckland the same day for service in Korea. TSFD to Kaniere on 11 Nov 1953 and RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954. His remaining time in the RNZN was served in Bellona and Black Prince. DEE on 13 Aug 1957 having completed over 38 years of service in two navies. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, War Medal, The UN Korea Medal and the RN LS&GC Medal 30 Oct 1945. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM (R). |
| HURLEY, Percy George | 13487 | Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 3 | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch? 3 May 1927. Entered the RNZN on 28 Sep 1950 on an eight-year engagement which was subsequently extended to allow him to serve for much longer than his initial eight years. Underwent training in Tamaki and in Philomel and was then drafted to Kaniere 25 Aug 1951 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 28 Sep 1951. Drafted to Bellona 21 Nov 1951–15 Jan 1953. Served in Philomel and advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 14 Jul 1953. Also served in Bellona, Hawea, Black Prince and Philomel then was drafted to Pukaki 2 Feb 1955. Pukaki sailed from Auckland 23 Jul 1955 to serve in Malayan and in Korean waters. She RTNZ 19 Jul 1956. He served in Philomel and Tamaki and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 15 Mar 1957. Drafted on 3 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters during the Second Commissioning Voyage. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 15 Mar 1958. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. He then served in Philomel, Tamaki and Rotoiti and advanced to Chief Mechanician (Engineering) on 1 Sep 1962. Further continuous service showed he served in Royalist, Lachlan and in COMAUCK. In Dec 1968 he obtained a post in Singapore for approximately two years. On RTNZ he served in Philomel from 15 Dec 1971 until Discharged to RA on 312 Mar 1972. Awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal on 28 Sep 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| HURST, Herbert Simon | 203465 | 2nd Lieutenant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/06/2054 | 12/01/2057 | Regular Force officer. Ex Territorial Force. Appointed to Kayforce 21 Apr 1954. Temporary Lieutenant, while employed as A Platoon Commander, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC, 12 Oct 1954. Promoted Lieutenant, 21 Apr 1955. Embarked Japan for travel to the UK, 29 Mar 1956. Returned to Korea. Emplaned SOS Kayforce 4 Apr 1957 and posted to TF Unit (Active List). Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Later went to Scotland and became a schoolteacher. |
| HURUNUI, Jerry Rangi | 206733 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 01/05/2052 | 08/12/2053 | Address before enlistment is given as Te Pohue, Napier. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement draft. Emplaned Auckland on 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 3 May 1952. 10 Tpt Coy, possibly attached 16 Fd Regt Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 8 Dec 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 7 Feb 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1436 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Napier. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUSBAND, Noel David | 207750 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 21/06/2052 | Born Westport 30 May 1929. Employed by Aulsebrooks, Christchurch and stated he was a jockey. Attested in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru camp 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 24 Feb 1951. Failed several times to adhere to Military Orders and Rules. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 (ER 68) for RTNZ and discharge deplaning Wellington 21 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 195 days. Discharged 14 Aug 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1437 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Westport. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUSE, Frederick Ralph | 206311 | Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 29/08/2053 | Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (661416, Private, 2 Div Provost Coy. Electrical assembler from Paekakariki. Next-of-kin, Mrs L.M. Huse (mother) Ocean House Paekakariki.) Enlisted in KMB an underwent training in Waiouru. May have completed Corp training in Burnham Camp. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Later Sergeant. RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953. Discharged 28 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1438 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Hastings. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Enlisted in Regular Force. Died Hastings, 17 Oct 1958 aged 32 years. |
| HUTANA, Terei Ryland | 206845 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 14/08/2053 | Born 27 Jan 1929. Came from Gisborne. Served during WWII. Kayforce Replacement. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements in early to mid-1952. Emplaned 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Aug 1953 for RTNZ on 14 Aug 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1439 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to a Gisborne address. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Wellington, 9 Aug 2006. |
| HUTCHEN, Peter Coe | 208731 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 14/08/2052 | 20/11/2054 | Born 12 Jul 1922. Previous service in 22 Bn during WWII. Also served in BCOF, Japan. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16, p.64 as a Sergeant, 815365, 2 Bn. Brass Moulder from Wellington. Next-of-kin Mrs P. Hutchen, Martinborough. Against this entry is an imprint which indicate this as a second embarkation. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Travelled to Korea by air via Sydney, Darwin, Manila and Japan. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Battery and rank progression not known. M/O 16 Fd Regt to Pusan for embarkation and was TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft to deplane Harewood, 20 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Korea one year 105 days. Discharged from Kayforce 11 Mar 1955. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1440 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Died Christchurch 5 Apr 2012 aged 89 years. His medals include War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, NZ War Service Medal 1946–49 Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| HUTCHEON, Robert Burns | 207693 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/08/2053 | Born Christchurch?1927. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty, 16 Fd Regt RNZA. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Discharged 29 Nov 1953. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1441 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Died Christchurch, 11 Feb 1997 aged 70 years. Buried Ruru Lawn Cemetery, Christchurch. |
| HUTCHINSON, Ernest Ralph | 774383 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 09/12/2055 | Born Havelock, Marlborough 13 Oct 1931. Civil trade a baker. Ex CMT soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements on 13 Oct 1952. Emplaned 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled on by either Qantas or BCPA. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 and was at Hiro on 16 Mar. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Mar 1953. Arrived in Korea on 18 Mar 1953. M/I 10 Tpt Coy 24 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954. On 5 Dec 1954 re-embarked on an RNZAF Hastings for Korea on 14 Dec 1954. Re-entered Korea 7 Jan 1954 and was re-posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Oct 1955. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Mar 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney on 9 Dec 1955. Served overseas 2 years 211 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Feb 1956 and posted to TF unit. Living at Nelson in 1966. Died Grovetown near Blenheim 13 May 2022 aged 90 years. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| HUTCHINSON, Kenneth Marshall | 206244 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/06/2052 | Born Auckland 6 Dec 1933. Butcher from Whangarei. Enlisted in KMB at Whangarei on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty. Enlisted under-age (16–gave his date of birth 6 Dec 1931) but served his time in Korea. He and Gunner D.P. Larmer were slightly wounded near Miryang Jan 1951 (on the same night as when Long and Macdonald were killed) when their vehicle was crawling up a hill in second gear was fired upon from about 45 metres. (See McGibbon Vol.2, p.68). Admitted Brit Com Gem Hosp 19 Sep 1951. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.67) Iwakuni on 1 Jun 1952 for RTNZ by Qantas flight to Sydney. Admitted to the Concord Repatriation Hospital in Sydney on arrival in Sydney. Continued by Teal flying boat to NZ deplaning Auckland 14 or 15 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 188 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged 12 Oct 1952. Died 6 Nov 1953 aged 19 years. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1443 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Okato, Taranaki. |
| HUTCHINSON, Thomas George | 203829 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/07/2052 | Born 13 Jul 1927. Came from Devonport Auckland. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty as a Driver Fd Regt. Emplaned 10 Jul 1952 at Iwakuni for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight on 15 Jul 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 9 Sep 1952. Died 1981. |
| HUTCHISON, James Angus | 208983 | Private | ? | ? | 28/08/2054 | 05/03/2056 | Enlisted in Kayforce 16th Reinforcements. Emplaned Whenuapai on 28 Aug 1954 for Korea on RNZAF Hastings. RTNZ and deplaned 5 Mar 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 5 May 1956. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| HUTSON, Peter James | 0 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 8 Dec 1924. RAN Officer on exchange to RNZN on 28 Feb 1957. Appointed on 13 Mar 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 and he was appointed to Philomel on 6 Aug 1958–8 Jan 1959 as Training Officer and as Gunnery Officer on Staff of NOCA. Returned to Australia on 9 Jan 1959 to HMAS Lonsdale, Melbourne. Entitled to NZGSM (K). |
| HUTTON, James Frederick | 206111 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born 30 Jun 1925. Came from Wellington. Previous service in RNZAF. Embarked on SS Ormonde at Wellington on 10 Dec 1950. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served as Gunner, 162 Bty. Later Sergeant. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Joined Regular Force and served in Malaya during the Emergency in C Coy, 1 NZ Regt, as at 14 Jan 1959. GSM 1918 with clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. TSFD to RNZE on return to NZ late 1959 and posted to Northern District Construction Sqn, Papakura Camp. Photo in 1 RNZIR 25th Anniversary Journal, p.25. Died 1990. |
| HUXTABLE, Peter James | 15336 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Mt Eden, Auckland, 14 Aug 1938. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 10 Mar 1956 as a Junior Recruit. for an eight-year engagement. Underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and changed trade to Junior Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 20 Oct 1955. Drafted to Black Prince 1 Feb 1956–4 Jan 1957. Drafted on 5 Jan 1957 to Royalist and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class 14 Feb 1957. He RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 but remained in Royalist until 12 Nov 1958. He served in Philomel followed by Tamaki. Drafted to Paea 4 Apr 1960 and was drowned as sea near Tauranga. Discharged DEAD on 5 Aug 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| HYDE, Geoffrey Brian | 206784 | Lance Corporal | NZ Base HQ (Postal) | RNZE | 07/07/2052 | 27/03/2054 | Born Nelson 17 Apr 1930. Came from Brightwater, via Nelson. Clerk for Post & Telegraph Department, Wellington. Enlisted 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Auckland 7 Jul 1952 as a Sapper on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas or BCPA flight to deplane at Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Appointed Postal Orderly 10 Jul 1952 and posted to NZ Base HQ 14 Jul 1952. Army Post Office 444. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 5–15 Oct 1952. Promoted from Sapper to Temporary Lance Corporal 19 Aug 1953. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 10 Jun 1953. Promoted Lance Corporal 19 Aug 1953. Entered Korea and M/I 10 Tpt Coy 11 Jun 1953. CTB attached to 10 Tpt Coy and M/I to NZ Base HQ 17 Jul 1953. TSFD to the NZ Roll 16 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Wellington about 7.30am on 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Once back in NZ applied for Discharge which was approved. Served overseas in Korea one year 268 days. Discharged 30 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living at Tawa in 1996. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Porirua 8 Jan 2016 aged 85 years |
| HYLAND, Tony | 206053 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/07/2052 | Born Whanganui on 14 Jan 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (816736, Private, 2 Bn. Farm hand from Makirikiri near Whanganui. Next-of-kin, Mrs M. Harris (foster-mother) Makirikiri.) Served overseas in Jayforce from 15 Jul 1947 to 10 Aug 1948. Labourer for Whanganui City Council. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZRTU until 18 May 1951, then on TOD to NZ Base HQ until 19 Apr 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 May 1951. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for NZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 30 Jul 1952. Served overseas one year 234 days. Discharged 24 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1448 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Makirikiri via Whanganui. Died Whanganui 5 Dec 1996 aged 70 years. |
| IHAIA, James Graham | 13465 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Rotorua, 3 Jul 1931. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 28 Sep 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. Underwent training in Tamaki and then Philomel. Drafted to Bellona 18 Sep. Advanced to Able Seaman on 28 Dec 1951. Served in Philomel 30 May 1952–18 Sep 1953. Qualified Gun Layer 3rd Class on 18 Sep 1953. Drafted to Pukaki 19 Sep 1953. Sailed from Auckland 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korea. RTNZ 25 Sep 1954. Served in Philomel followed by time in Stawell from 4 Oct 1956–1 May 1958. Advanced to Leading Seaman on 1 Feb 1958. Later served in Kaniere and advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 5 Feb 1959. He then served in Philomel and advanced to Petty Officer on 7 Mar 1960. Served in Royalist, Tamaki and Philomel and was sent to Maori in London 1 Jul–19 Aug 1962. Later served in Otago, Inverell, Taranaki, Tamaki and Philomel. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer 3 Jun 1965. Discharged to RA 27 Sep 1970. Awarded UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal 4 Nov 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| IHAIA, Wiremu | 536331 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Waiteti, Ngongotaha, Rotorua 24 Aug 1930, Clerk for the Tourist Department at Rotorua. Ex TF soldier. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight for passage to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 21 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Appointed Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jul 1954 and to Lance Corporal 1 Oct 1954. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Oct 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Continued the journey to NZ and deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 157 days. Discharged from Kayforce 20 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| IHAKA, Bromley Henry (Beau) | 33496 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ | RNZE | 16/06/2053 | 03/08/2054 | Born Taueru, Masterton 10 Mar 1924. Was a labourer for Mr J Lett, Masterton. Embarked for Japan 30 Jul 1946. (624463, Private, Infantry Corps, served in 22 Battalion. Next-of-kin Mrs H.B. Ihaka (mother) Tauera. Alt NOK his father Piripi Ihaka) Also served in Tokyo Bn. RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Discharged from Jayforce 30 Sep 1947. Enlisted in the Regular Force 15 Jun 1949 and after Basic Training Course No.12 was posted to Indep Constr Troop, Central District Constr, Sqn, RNZE, Linton Camp 29 Sep 1949. Was drafted to Wharf Duties during the watersider’s strike 27 Mar 1951 and M/I 10 Coast Regt, Fort Dorset. On 24 May 1951 while on Wharf Duties he was knocked off a truck by a crane sling and on hitting the ground fractured both wrists. Admitted to Wellington Public Hospital the same day. Released from Hosp 23 Jul 1951 on light duties. These wrist injuries gave him trouble later in his service life and after. Posted from Indep Constr Tp to No.3 Tp Waiouru 11 Feb 1952, RF Soldier from CD Constr Sqn posted as Sapper, RNZE, 7th Reinforcements, Kayforce. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1953 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued from Sydney by Qantas or BCPA aircraft and deplaned Iwakuni 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun and was posted to NZ Base HQ. Attached FAP to 12 Fd Sqn, 28 Fd Engr Regt (British Army). TSFD to RNZASC, posted to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Jun 1954 and CTBA to 28 Fd Engr Regt. TSFD to the NZ Roll on 9 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and reposting to Regular Force. Deplaned Harewood 3 Aug 1954. Served overseas one year 49 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 12 Sep 1954 and re-posted to CD Construction Sqn Linton Camp. Promoted Lance Corporal 5 Nov 1958. Discharged from Regular Force at completion of engagement 28 Jun 1962. Living in Hastings circa 1990. Died Hastings 24 May 1992 aged 64 years. Later in 2012 he was awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Buried in the Services Lawn Cemetery, Hastings. |
| IHIMAERA, Ihimaera | 330797 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 18/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Tangowahine, Northland, 3 Sep 1931. Labourer for Auckland Transport Board where he was in insulation lagger for steam pipe insulation. Was 7th CMT intake trainee. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 18 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued from Sydney by Qantas or BCPA aircraft and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 21 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 25 Jun. Posted to C Troop, 1 Comwel Div Sigs Reg. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA 27 Jun 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed the journey to NZ on a Teal flight deplaning at Auckland 20 Nov. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged 18 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1449 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Auckland. Joined Regular Force. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957. Disembarked Singapore and marched into Nee Soon Garrison Camp 15 Dec 1957. Then moved with the battalion to Sobraon Camp near Taiping. 3 Pl, A Coy. Promoted Acting Lance Corporal 15 Sep 1958 and Temporary Lance Corporal 15 Feb 1959 and appointed Section 2i/c, then Lance Corporal 15 May 1959. Disembarked from TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Posted to NZ Regt depot Burnham Camp. Discharged from Regular Force 31 Jul 1960. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| ILES, Keith Ronald | 211238 | Lance Corporal | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 20/10/2053 | 12/09/2054 | Born Timaru 29 Jun 1923. Driver from Gisborne. Enlisted 22 Apr 1953 in Kayforce 8th Reinforcements at Gisborne. Previous service in BCOF, Japan possibly with RNZN or RNZAF as his name is not listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Rolls. Emplaned Auckland 20 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney continued on by Qantas or BCPA aircraft and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan on 24 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 18 Nov 1953 and posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Jul 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Promoted Lance Corporal 1 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 Sep 1954 for RTNZ on compassionate grounds and travelled by RNZAF Hasting aircraft deplaning Auckland 12 Sep 1954. Served overseas 328 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1450 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Gisborne. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Hastings, 5 Oct 1998 aged 75 years. |
| IMLACH, Kenneth Stewart | 206176 | Lance Corporal | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 25/03/2055 | Born Patea, Taranaki, 17 Sep 1924. Came from Wellington. Previous service in BCOF, Japan departing NZ in HMT Chitral on 20 Jul 1946 and returning 11 Oct 1948. Reached rank of Sergeant. (633421,Trooper, NZ Base. Apprentice toolmaker from Wellington. Next-of-kin Mrs A. Imlach (mother), Island Bay, Wellington.) Tool maker for Radio Corporation of New Zealand, Wellington. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Transport Platoon. Promoted Temporary Corporal 31 Mar 1951 while holding appointment of Section Commander. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 or 16 Jun 1951 for RTNZ on 18 Jun 1951 as a member of the Reinforcement Training Team. Re-embarked with the Expansion Force on 2 Aug 1951 and experienced the running aground of the Wahine. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Promoted Temporary Sergeant 2 Aug 1951 while at sea. Travelled by air from Darwin to Japan. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 for journey to Pusan. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and employed as Tpt Sergeant C Tpt Platoon. Posted to NZ Base HQ 16 Nov 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 1 Apr 1952 as mechanist in Works Platoon. RTNZ on Furlough. Re-embarked for Korea as Temporary Staff Sergeant on 22 Jul 1952 and re-entered Korea 29 Jul 1952. During this tour he spent time in 10 Tpt Coy, NZ Base HQ and Reinforcement Training Unit. Emplaned Iwakuni on 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney on furlough deplaning Wellington 7 Jun from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-embarked for the fourth time on 24 Feb 1954, re-entered Japan 27 Feb, was employed at the Reinforcement Training Unit and re-entered Korea 3 May 1954 remaining with 10 Tpt Coy. Reverted to Sergeant on ceasing to hold appointment of Mechanist. Embarked 24 Feb 1955 on SS Changte and sailed from Kobe, Japan 25 Feb 1955 for return to Sydney and flew from Sydney to Auckland arriving 25 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 12 Jul 1955. Served overseas three years 336 days. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1451 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Wellington. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Hastings, 5 Oct 1998 aged 74 years. |
| INCH, Lyle Peter | 203717 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Auckland 25 Sep 1932. Labourer from Devonport. Enlisted 29 Aug 1950 in KMB on being just under-age for Kayforce but served his time. After training in Waiouru and Papakura Camps embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 and M/I to Training & Reinforcement Bty (NZRTU). Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Tractor Driver. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ. Deplaned NZ from Teal flight ex Sydney on 8 May 1952. Photographed having a mug of tea with L.H. Valentine (Palmerston North) R.B. Keenan (Dunedin) and D. Fenwick (Blenheim). Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 9 Jul 1952 and TSFD to the Territorial Force. Living at Howick, Auckland, in 1996. President Auckland Branch of NZ Korea Veterans Association circa 1996. Died Mt Maunganui, 8 Dec 1997 aged 65 years. |
| INDER, Thomas Robert Walker | 14049 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Ranfurly, Canterbury, 12 Apr 1936. He was a school student before he entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 17 Jan 1952. After training in Tamaki, he was drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan 1953 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 12 Oct 1953. Served in Bellona and advanced to Able Seaman on 12 Sep 1954. Sent to HMAS Watson on course 25 Mar–8 Aug 1955 and served in Wakefield and Philomel until drafted to Kaniere on 30 Dec 1955–24 Jan 1959. Kaniere sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters mainly on patrols and monitoring the Armistice. On RTNZ he served in several ships and shore stations and was sent to Maori 7 Jan 1961 to become one of the crew to bring Taranaki to NZ and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 12 Nov 1961. Later served in Royalist, where he advanced to Leading Seaman then Acting Petty Officer 12 Jul 1963. Also served in Manga, Philomel where he advanced to Petty Officer and then Waikato 5 Jul 1966–7 Aug 1968. He also served in Philomel and advanced to Chief Petty Officer on 3 Mar 1972 and in COMAUK. Discharged to RA 11 Apr 1973. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM, NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| INESON, Mervyn Lewis | 12068 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Geraldine 5 Jun 1929. Came from Tinwald. Enlisted as Ordinary Seaman 27 May 1948. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted on 8 Feb 1949 to Hawea for his first sea service. He was next drafted on 21 Sep 1949 to Rotoiti until 1 May 1950. Attended a course at HMAS Watson 6 May–1 Sep 1950. On RTNZ he served for one month in Philomel and was drafted to Tutira 7 Oct 1950 to 24 Aug 1951. It appears that he may have travelled in Rotoiti (which sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950) to join Tutira in Japan. He remained in Tutira until 24 Aug 1951. On RTNZ he was drafted to Philomel 25 Aug 1951–29 May 1952. Drafted to Bellona on 30 May 1952 and then to Irirangi at Waiouru. on 14 Jan 1953. DEE 26 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Living in Ashburton in 2002. May have been awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| INGHAM, Harold | 12765 | Petty Officer Electrician | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Chorley, Manchester, UK, on 9 Feb 1918. He was employed as a rubber worker before he entered the RN on 17 Sep 1935 as an Ordinary Seaman with the Service No P/SS16648. He served in a variety of ships before WWII including Effingham (heavy cruiser) and Nelson (battleship) and then the destroyer Grenville in the Mediterranean based on St Angelo (Malta). Exmouth (destroyer), Dunedin (light cruiser) and Hood (battleship). Of these only HMS Nelson survived WWII. During the war years Harold served in several shore stations and served in Queen Elizabeth (battleship) Quentin (destroyer). Harold survived the sinking of this ship on 2 Dec 1942. Hannibal was a shore station in Algiers where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer (Temporary) on 18 May 1943. He also served in smaller ship like Curzon (minesweeper) and HMS T28 otherwise known as Locust (River-class gunboat) in which he finished the war. He was released from the RN on 11 Jan 1946 and joined the Royal Naval Reserve on 12 Jan 1946. Harold Ingham entered the RNZN at Maori as an Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 22 May 1949 and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician the next day. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and Kaniere. Service in Tutira, Philomel, Kiwi and Bellona followed. Advanced to Electrician on 7 Jun 1951. Drafted to Philomel on 25 May 1952–15 Mar 1954 then to Kaniere on 16 Mar 1954. She sailed from Auckland to SE Asia on 19 Jul 1954 and served in Malayan and Korean waters return to NZ on 23 Jul 1955. Advanced to Petty Officer Chief Electrician on 19 Mar 1955. He then served in Philomel then Black Prince. Drafted on 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, with ‘France’ and ‘Germany’ clasps, Africa Star with ‘North Africa 1942–43’ clasp, Italy Star and War Medal. Awarded the UN Korea medal and was later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| INGLE, Noel Ray | 326957 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 03/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born New Plymouth 13 Apr 1932. Served on home service during latter part of WWII possibly in the Home-Guard. Ex TF soldier. Truck driver from Tuakau. Attested 30 Jun 1952 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 3 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 16 Nov 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZA 24 Jun 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 for return to Sydney. Completed the journey to deplane Wellington from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 18 days. Discharged 5 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1453 was sent on 12 Apr 1957 to an address in Pukekohe. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Pukekohe 25 Sep 2007 aged 75 years. |
| INGLE, Roy Athol | 203830 | Sapper | NZ Base HQ Engr Sec | RNZE | 10/12/2050 | 04/04/2052 | Born Inglewood, Taranaki, 10 May 1928. Electrician employed by Franklyn Electric Power Board. Enlisted in KMB 31 Aug 1950. Underwent training at Papakura and Waiouru. Embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950. Posted to Transport Section NZ Base HQ. Attached FAP 28 Fd Engr Regt 13 Aug 1951. Battle Casualty 5 Oct 1951. Sapper Ingle, while working with the Canadian Engineers on 5 Oct 1951, was concussed when the bulldozer he was using to clear a shell hole ran over a mine. The blast threw him from the driver’s seat. Was unconscious for an unknown length of time and his left shoulder was damaged. Initially reported as admitted to unknown hospital but later known as 60 Ind Fd Amb. TSFD on 8 Feb 1952 to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure. TSFD to No.6 Convalescent Depot 13 Feb 1952. Discharged to NZ Base HQ 4 Mar 1952 and held at NZRTU. ETD from Iwakuni 30 Mar 1952 for RTNZ (medical reasons) via AMF Wing Repat Gen Hosp, Concord (Sydney) and deplaned Auckland 4 Apr 1952. Served overseas one year 117 days. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jun 1952. Died in vehicle accident 23 May 1953 aged 25 years. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Medals sent to next-of-kin in Pukekohe. Entitled to NZDSM. |
| INGLIS, Colin Richard | 12490 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 2 | RNZN | 21/09/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Lower Hutt, 7 Feb 1928. Employed as a warehouseman before he entered the RNZN on 7 Oct 1948 as a Probationary Stores Assistant. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Waiouru (the naval signals station later known as Irirangi) 26 Jan 1949–3 Feb 1950 to work in the stores section and maintenance of stores an equipment. Advanced to Stores Assistant on 7 Apr 1949. Drafted to Bellona 4 Feb 1950–27 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel 28 Aug 1951, drafted to Pukaki on 9 Jun 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korea. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954 and remained until 22 Dec 1954. Advanced to Leading Stores Assistant 10 Oct 1954. DEE 31 Dec 1954. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M) and NZDSM (R). |
| INGLIS, William Donald | 208732 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Cobden, Greymouth 31 Aug 1923, Previous service in the Army (Service No 615076) for 15 months, RNZAF for 10 months (Service No 444458) and then a further 12 months in the Army. Butcher from Cobden, Greymouth but was working for the NZ Forest Service. Enlisted 12 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 16 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by Qantas and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 20 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 27 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaned Wellington 26 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 284 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1954. May have qualified for NZ War Service Medal 1939–45. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| INGRAM, David Trevor | 1200 | Electrician Lieutenant (Radio) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Devonport, Auckland, on 11 Dec 1916. His occupation was a motor driver. Entered the NZ Division of the RN on 17 Mar 1933 aged 16 years three months. His training commenced in Philomel and he changed to Probationary Boy Telegraphist on 10 Aug 1933 advancing to Boy Telegraphist on 1 Jun 1934. He served in HMS Dunedin from 13 Jun 1934 and advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 11 Dec 1935. His next ship was Diomede from 18 Jan–14 Apr 1935 and then returned to Dunedin for five months. He served again in Diomede 1 Oct 1935. Advanced to Telegraphist on 7 Oct 1935. Drafted to HMS Achilles on 1 Apr 1936, then to Philomel on 3 Nov 1936 and returning to Achilles on 1 Oct 1937. He attended courses in HMAS Cerberus 20 Feb–16 Aug 1938. Served again in Achilles 17 Aug–19 Oct 1938 and was then drafted to HMS Leander on 20 Oct 1938 advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist on 15 Mar 1939. He then went back to Philomel and served in HMS Whakakura from 1 Nov 1939 and after the sinking of SS Niagara was urgently returned to Minesweeping duties. Further duties during WWII saw David serving in Philomel II (Wellington) at Musick Point Radio Station (near Bucklands Beach, Auckland) which was used to communicate with ships and aircraft. Advanced to Petty Officer Telegraphist on 22 May 1941. He then served in HMS Venture the Naval station for Fiji and was on the staff of the Resident Naval Officer. Returning to NZ he served in Philomel and at Waiouru and was drafted to Gambia 7 Dec 1944. After a refit in Auckland Gambia sailed in Feb 1945 for Sydney and Manu Island. At Manus she joined the British Pacific Fleet and was part of the anti-aircraft screen around the carriers. Gambia was also noted for the 760-mile tow of the damaged HMS Ulster to Leyte Gulf in the Philippines, the strikes against the Sakashima Islands and the firing of the last shots of the war. Advanced to Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist (Temporary) on 1 Apr 1945 and to Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist (Permanent) on 1 Oct 1945. Gambia came back to Auckland, sailed to Britain and arrived a Spithead 1 Jul 1946 where she was handed back to the RN. Chief Petty Officer (Telegraphist) Ingram remained in Cook III (NZ Depot ship London) and was drafted to Bellona when she was sailed to join the RNZN Fleet. He remained in her until 24 Mar 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and the NZ War Service Medal. Serving in Philomel he was promoted to Temporary Acting Wt. [?] Electrician Officer (Radio) on 15 Oct 1948 and promoted (Temporary) Acting Commissioned Electrician Officer on 5 Apr 1949. Travelled in SS Rangitata to Britain to attend several training courses in HMS Collingwood including a Damage Control Course and a Radio Duties Monitoring Course and a three-months period in Zephyr. Appointed Acting Commissioned Electrician Officer (Radio) 5 Mar 1951. He also saw service in Flowerdown a shore-based training station. He RTNZ and was in Philomel 3 Dec 1951. He was appointed to Irirangi on 1 Feb 1952 as a Senior Commissioned Electrician (Radio) with seniority dating from 1 Feb 1952–23 May 1955. He then served in Philomel and was appointed on 25 Mar 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in SE Asia and Japanese/Korean waters. RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Appointed Electrician Lieutenant (Radio) on 16 Oct 1959. He was sent back to Britain for a further course from 7 Nov 1962–5 Mar 1963. Promoted Lieutenant Commander on 1 Oct 1962. Appointed to Philomel 18 Oct 1965. Later serving in Philomel as the Weapons Training Officer and Electrical Training Officer and as Weapons Electrical Engineer 7 May 1973. Discharged to RA on 20 Dec 1974 and reverted to the Retired List of the RNZN. Died Blockhouse Bay 17 Nov 1980 aged 64 years. |
| INGRAM, Lloyd Kelvin | 10692 | Leading Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Dunedin, on 26 Jun 1929. He was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 26 Jun 1947. His initial engagement was for 12 years but this was reduced to six years from 26 Jun 1947. These dates vary as his Posting Card shows he entered the RNZN on 5 Apr 1945 as a Boy 2nd Class. This suggests that he entered the RNZN on 5 Apr 1945 and the second date was an amendment to his engagement. After his initial training was completed he was drafted to Achilles and sailed to Britain to return this ship to the RN. His return to NZ was in the replacement cruiser the Bellona to which he was drafted on 1 Oct 1946. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 26 Dec 1946 and to Able Seaman on 26 Jul 1947. He served in Philomel. Kiwi and Taupo and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 9 Jun 1949 and to Leading Seaman on 9 Jun 1950. Drafted to Pukaki on 23 Jun 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 2 Dec 1950. He then served in Philomel and Tamaki until DEE on 27 Jun 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| INNES, Brian | 459360 | Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 01/04/2056 | Born Frankton Junction, on 12 Apr 1936. Employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN at Auckland on 26 May 1955 as an Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class. Underwent training in Tamaki and in Philomel. Served in Hawea for one month in Nov 1955 then went back to Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 24 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland 1 Apr 1956 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 28 May 1956. RTNZ 8 May 1957 but he remained in Kaniere until 16 Jan 1958. Drafted to Black Prince 17 Jan–13 Mar 1958. Drafted to Pukaki 14 Mar 1958–14 Jan 1959 and served in Malayan waters and was present during Operation Grapple. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM (M), NZSSM, NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| INSTONE, Cyril Thomas John | 207126 | Sergeant | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Invercargill 31 Oct 1929. Ex TF soldier, 1 Otago Southland Regt. Apprentice Carpenter. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Promoted Bombardier 2 Nov 1950 at Waiouru and to Temporary Sergeant the same day. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gun Sergeant, Fox 1 Gun, 163 Bty. Served on the gun line from Pusan to north of the 38th Parallel. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base in Japan 18 Nov 1951. Ears affected by gun blasts, onset of deafness and was removed from the gun line. Attached as staff at Brit Com Military Corrective Establishment Centre Kure 25 Mar–6 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ, deplaning Wellington 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 251 days. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1455 was sent on 17 Apr 1957 to an address in Westport. Living at Edendale, Southland in 2004. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Invercargill, 7 Apr 2005 aged 76 years. |
| INTEMANN, Ronald Phillip | 208402 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 13/09/2052 | Born Westport 16 Jan 1926. Driver at State Coal Mine Westport. Enlisted circa 12 Aug 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked on MV Wanganella at Wellington on 31 Jan 1952 for travel to Sydney. M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool. Admitted Concord Hospital (Sydney) 20 Feb–10 Apr. Continued to Japan by Qantas flight to Iwakuni deplaning 20 Apr 1952 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 29 Apr 1952. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 29 Apr 1952. Suffered from chronic dermatitis. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Sep 1952 on Qantas flight for Sydney (medical) and deplaned Wellington 13 Sep 1952. Served overseas 227 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Dec 1952. Returned to Westport. Later entitled to NZOZM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| INWOOD, Leslie Keith | 12503 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Gowan Bridge, Buller, 11 Jul 1930. Entered the RNZN 7 Oct 1948 on a six-year engagement with three years on the reserve. Served in Tamaki and was drafted to Pukaki but returned to Tamaki 2 Feb 1950 and did not go to the Mediterranean. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950–10 Mar 1952. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 on first deployment of the ship to Korea. Most of his sea service was on the west coast of Korea. Completed his service in the RNZN and was discharged. Joined the Army and was attested in Kayforce 1 Dec 1952. Given the number 784274 but had to revert to his earlier RNZN Number. (In Dec 1954 this 784274 was still being used in his documents.) Most of his training for Korea was in Burnham Camp. M/O Burnham 6pm, 2 Jun 1953 for the overnight ferry to Wellington. Emplaned Wellington 3 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney with 6th Reinforcements. Deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 13 Jun and entered Korea the next day. M/O and attached 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 26 Jul 1953 and returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl and CTBA attached 15 Sep 1953. M/O and attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 18 Sep 1953. Unknown date returned to Div HQ Tpt Pl. M/O to 10 Tpt Coy 21 Mar 1954 to attend NCO Course 21–26 Mar 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Granted further 12 months extension of service dating from 6 Dec 1954, Admitted 121 US Evac Hosp 6 Nov 1954. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, discharged to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 3 Dec 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll (furlough) 4 Dec 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni uncertain date and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. It is not known if this Hastings flight originated in Iwakuni. At completion of furlough re-emplaned Auckland 4 Feb 1955 for return to Korea via Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Feb 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy19 Feb and re-entered Korea 20 Feb 1955. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 16 Jul 1955. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 18–25 Aug 1955 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ. TSFD to NZ Roll 24 Sep 1955. Reached the rank of Sergeant. Date for return flight from Iwakuni uncertain. RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 15 Oct 1955. Served overseas with the Army two years 91 days. Discharged 31 Dec 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Received both medals. Two sets of Korea medals issued, one for his RNZN service and the other for his Army service with Kayforce. Was officially advised that he could only wear one set being the first awarded for his naval service. Living at Wakefield in 2001. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Nelson 6 Feb 2009 aged 78 years, funeral held 14 Feb 2009. See his entry in the Navy List. This entry is more complete. He is one of a small number who went to Korea three times. |
| INWOOD, Leslie Keith | 12503 | Steward | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Gowan Bridge, Buller, 11 Jul 1930. Entered the RNZN 7 Oct 1948 on a six-year engagement with three years on the reserve. Served in Tamaki and was drafted to Pukaki but returned to Tamaki 2 Feb 1950 and did not go to the Mediterranean. Drafted to Hawea 6 Mar 1950–10 Mar 1952. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 on first deployment of the ship to Korea. Most of his sea service was on the west coast of Korea. Completed his service in the RNZN and was discharged. Joined the Army and was attested in Kayforce 1 Dec 1952. Most of his training for Korea was in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 3 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney with 6th Reinforcements, Deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953 (784274, 10 Tpt Coy, RNZASC). RTNZ on 21 Dec 1954 and re-embarked for Korea on 4 Feb 1955. Attached to 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre. Reached the rank of Sergeant. RTNZ on 15 Oct 1955. Discharged 31 Dec 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Received both medals. Two sets issued, one for his RNZN service and the other for his Army service with Kayforce. Was officially advised that he could only wear one set being the first awarded for his naval service. Living at Wakefield in 2001. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Nelson 6 Feb 2009, aged 78 years. Funeral held 14 Feb 2009. See also his entry in the Army list. One of a few who went to Korea three times. |
| IRELAND, Kenneth William | 11153 | Acting Leading Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Dannevirke 30 Nov 1927. Shepherd from Dannevirke. Enlisted as Ordinary Seaman 30 Apr 1936. After training in Tamaki and Philomel his first sea service was in Bellona 4 Feb 1947. Advanced to Able Seaman 30 Mar 1947. Drafted 21 Jan 1948 to Arabis as Able Seaman, then Pukaki. Drafted to Rotoiti 29 Sep 1950–23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. Bren gunner on a landing raid. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Promoted Acting Petty Officer. DEE 29 Apr 1952. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Rotorua, 28 May 2003 aged 75 years. |
| IRELAND, Walter Leonard | 514780 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/11/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born Waipawa 27 Sep 1930. Farmer then miner at Huntly. Enlisted 30 Jun 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements at Hamilton. His training for Korea was mainly conducted in Burnham and Papakura Camps. Emplaned Auckland 3 Nov 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air, deplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 20 Nov 1953 and M/I to. 16 Fd Regt. Battery not known. Embarked at Pusan on 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 21 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney 21 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 19 days. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. UN Korea Medal issued on 8 Mar 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Huntly 28 Nov 1996 aged 66 years. Buried in Huntly Cemetery. |
| IRVINE, Donald | 14137 | Cook | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Oamaru 21 Apr 1927. Enlisted in the RNZN 24 Jan 1952 and was granted the rate of Assistant Cook. He served on shore stations until he was drafted to Kaniere 27 Jan 1953 and sailed with that ship to Korean waters via Sydney, the Java Sea to Singapore and Hong Kong. Mostly served on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji arriving Auckland 2 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Drafted to Bellona 8 May 1954. Don Irvine was a crew member in Bellona when it was returned to the UK and sailed Royalist to NZ. Royalist was involved in the Suez crisis 1956–57. He served on shore stations for just over a year before going back to sea in Lachlan 19 Sep 1958 to 15 Apr 1959. DEE 23 Jan 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Died Waimate 12 Oct 2015 aged 88 years. |
| IRVINE, Rognvald James Thomas (Speedy) | 11217 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Cambridge 9 Aug 1930. Entered the RNZN AS Boy 2nd Class on 11 Jul 1946. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 2nd Class and then changed to Boy Telegraphist. Drafted to Bellona 11 Sep 1947 and advanced to Ordinary Telegraphist on 9 Feb 1948. Posted to the RNZN Naval Signal Station in Waiouru (later known as Irirangi) 16 Jun 1948–7 Nov 1949. Advanced to Telegraphist on 8 Aug 1948. He served in Lachlan from 8 Nov 1949–3 Jan 1951 and was sent to HMAS Cerberus to attend some trade courses 4 Jan–26 Apr 1951. On RTNZ he was soon back in Waiouru on 21 May 1951 but his Posting Card adds Irirangi with effect 30 Oct 1951. Advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist on 31 Dec 1951 Drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for service in Korea. Advanced to Leading Telegraphist. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and was drafted to Irirangi 3 Dec 1953–25 Jul 1954. He returned to Philomel and was DEE on 8 Aug 1954. |
| ISLES, Frederick | 12897 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Kaiapoi on 15 Mar 1928. He was employed as a coppersmith before he entered the RNZN on 24 Jan 1949 as an Engine Room Artificer 5th Class. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and further training followed in Philomel. He advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 15 Mar 1949. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 5 Jul 1951. Drafted to Taupo 27 Apr 1949–24 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel 25 Aug–22 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed for Korean waters from Auckland on 7Jan 1952. Rotoiti RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 but he remained in the ship until 10 Aug 1953. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 5 Jul 1952. On RTNZ he served in Toroa and Philomel until DEE 23 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. After discharge he returned to Kaiapoi. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| ISLES, William James | 621023 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Whanganui 31 Dec 1931. Carpenter from Wellington. Serving TF soldier from 1st Intake CMT. Attested in Kayforce 17 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 12 Jul 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan via Port Moresby, Guam to deplane Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954. Entered Korea 26 Jul 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 18 Aug 1955 and appointed Section 2i/c, A Platoon. Rugby trialist for Kayforce Oct 1955. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ arriving Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 193 days. Discharged 29 May 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Living at Waitarere Beach, near Levin in 2002. W.J. Isles Ltd, incorporated 24 Dec 1973. Appointed Director of W J Isles Ltd, Levin, 17 Aug 1984. |
| IVERSEN, Charles Robert | 11429 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Devonport, Auckland, on 26 Jun 1931. Attended Takapuna Grammar School. Enlisted in RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 13 Mar 1947. Served in Bellona and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 26 Dec 1948. He served in Philomel and advanced to Able Seaman on 26 Sep 1949. Also served in Taupo, Tamaki and HMAS Cerberus before being drafted to Rotoiti on 29 Nov 1951. Rotoiti sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 10 Jan 1953. RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953. He served in Tamaki and advanced to Leading Seaman on 10 Jan 1954, Black Prince Apr 1954–Apr 1955 and Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere on 1 Feb 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 bound for service in Korea and Malaysia with the British Far East Fleet. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 15 Dec 1956 and RTNZ on 8 May 1957. He was sent to HMAS Cerberus 28 Jun–22 Oct 1957 for further courses. On RTNZ he served in Philomel, then Tamaki where he advanced to Petty Officer 15 Dec 1957, then served in Royalist, Rotoiti and Endeavour. Advanced to Acting Chief Petty Officer on 18 May 1961 but relinquished this rate on 17 Jul 1961. He advanced to Chief Petty Officer on 1 Jan 1963. Drafted to Otago 13 Apr 1964–1 Nov 1965 and served in Malaysian waters during Confrontasi. Later Chief Petty Officer. Later served as Chief Boatswain’s (Bosun’s) Mate on Taranaki. He completed a Seacat missile system course in Mar 1964. He later served in Philomel, Kiama, Tui and Lachlan. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, RN LS&GC Medal (26 Jul 1964). Discharged by Purchase to RA on 5 Oct 1971. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), GSM1962 (Malay Pen), NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. |
| IWIHORA, John Waitere | 204084 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Waiuku on 13 Oct 1925. Came from Te Kauwhata. Employed as a mill hand at Putaruru and enlisted at Paeroa. Previous service in Territorial Force (Waikato Mounted Rifles) two years. His 2nd NZEF number was 800864. TSFD to the RNZAF at Linton on 7 Apr 1943 (LAC, Service No 434613) during WWII and served for two and a half years. Gave date of birth for enlistment in Kayforce Expansion Force as 13 Oct 1925 but was born 6 Jan 1922. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Was shipwrecked near Masela Island, Indonesia, rescued and taken to Darwin. Travelled by air from Darwin to deplane Iwakuni 7 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 8 Sep 1951 for two-day sea trip to Pusan disembarking 10 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Failed to comply with military standards which cost him both time in the Canadian Detention Barracks and money. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll on 5 Apr 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 27 May 1953 from a Teal flight from Australia. Served overseas one year 300 days. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Jul 1953. Awarded War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Korea medals originally returned to Base Records as recipient was not at last known address. Medals re-issued on 13 Jul 1963. Died Huntly 16 Aug 1991 aged 66 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JACKA, Victor Charles | 204628 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 29/07/2053 | 29/03/2055 | Born Suva, Fiji 11 Aug 1924. Twenty months previous service in Fijian Army (Corporal, 4 Bn Fiji Regiment), War Medal 1939–45. Attended OCTU at Trentham Camp in Mar 1953 but did not qualify. Enlisted in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 29 Jul 1953 as a Signalman on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Korea by civil air via Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni, 1 Aug 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZASC and entered Korea 10 Aug 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 14 Nov 1953, Temporary Corporal (and appointed Section Commander, C Platoon) 18 Mar 1954. Promoted to Temporary Sergeant (Administration Sergeant) 6 May 1954 and to Sergeant 6 Aug 1954. RTNZ 29 Mar 1955 and was discharged 6 Jun 1955. Made his own way to Japan and re-enlisted in Kayforce in Japan on 28 Aug 1955. Re-entered Korea 13 Sep 1955 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Spent time between 10 Tpt Coy and NZ Base HQ. Temporary Staff Sergeant 9 Feb 1956 and Acting Warrant Officer 2nd Class while acting in the appointment of CSM. RTNZ via Sydney on SS Taiyuan 15 May 1956. Completed the return journey to NZ disembarking from the MV Wanganella at Wellington 15 May 1956. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged on 12 Jun 1956. Joined Territorial Force, Auckland Regt after Korean service. Later awarded NZOSM and NZ NZGSM (K). One of several men who brought home a Japanese wife. |
| JACKMAN, Edward William | 12358 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Woking, Surrey, UK, 3 Mar 1927. Employed as a gardener before entering the RN on 19 Dec 1944 as an Assistant Cook. He served in the shore stations Royal Arthur, Duke and was later administered by Victory. On 6 Jun 1945 he is shown in Golden Hind the RN Base in Sydney. Shortly after on 28 Jul he is serving in the RN Hospital, Sydney and advanced to Cook (Seamen) on 19 Dec 1945. He is next shown in HMS Gould 7 Jun–2 Jul 1946 which is probably a shore station as the frigate HMS Gould (K476) was sunk southwest of Ireland by U–358. The U Boat was also sunk. His next base has in Terror (Singapore) 3 Jul–11 Oct 1946 where he was probably awaiting transport back to Britain. Released from the RN on 7 Mar 1947. His WWII service awards are not known. Ted Jackman entered the RNZN at Maori as a Cook (Seamen) on 30 Jan 1949. Drafted to Tutira on 4 May 1949 and remained in that ship until 14 Aug 1951. Tutira sailed from New Zealand on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Tutira RTNZ on 30 May 1951 and he then served in Philomel 15 Aug 1951–15 Jan 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 16 Jan 1953 advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) (Local) the same day. Advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) 10 Oct 1953. Posted to Philomel 5 Oct 1954. He returned to Maori in the UK, 22 Jan 1955 and was DEE 21 Feb 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, Allan William | 208217 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Christchurch 1 Feb 1926. Previous service in RNZAF. Embarked on the Awatea for travel to Canada. Served in No.3 Wireless School in Winnipeg, Manitoba then the Bombing and Gunnery School Paulson, Manitoba. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) After rescue all were taken by the tanker Stanvac Karachi to Darwin. Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning 30 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 31 Aug 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 2 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured by petrol burns and admitted to Norwegian MASH for treatment to face and arms. Burns not serious. Emplaned 28 Mar 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ. Deplaned from Teal flight at Wellington 1 Apr 1953. Served overseas one year 244 days. Discharged Kayforce 28 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, Basil Arthur | 204468 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 18/08/2052 | 26/05/2054 | Born Wellington 10 Apr 1920. Farmhand at Te Awamutu. Previous service in Army in 2 NZEF during WWII. Served in 29 Mixed Bn in B Force 8 Bde 3 NZ Division. Employment between end of WWII and Korea not known. Attested 7 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 18 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sidney and onwards to Japan by Qantas. Deplaned Iwakuni, 20 Aug 1952. Embarked Sasebo 25 Aug 1952 for sea trip to Korea and entered Korea 27 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May 1954 for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 26 May 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 May 1954. Served overseas one year 282 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, Bernard Horace | 203687 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 16/08/2052 | Born Auckland 22 Aug 1926. Previous service in RNZAF during WWII (Service No 443335) and served overseas between 2 Oct 1944 and 21 Sep 1945. Enlisted in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde Wellington, Main Body for Korea. Clerk. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Emplaned Iwakuni 13Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Admitted to Auckland Public Hospital 2 Oct 1952 (Malaria). Discharged from Kayforce 9 Nov 1952. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Nov 1952 and returned to Auckland. Died Auckland 29 Apr 1999 aged 73 years. |
| JACKSON, Donald Cameron | 206360 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 27/11/2051 | Born Palmerston North 24 May 1925. Bus driver, Lower Hutt. Served in BCOF, Japan. (643359, Private, Inf Corps. Film Projectionist from Lower Hutt. Next-of-kin Mr R.A. Jackson, Miramar, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Main Body on 29 Aug 1950 and after training in Papakura and Waiouru Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served with 162 Bty as a Quad driver on the push north until taken ill. Died of sickness at 29 General Hospital, Kure, Japan, 27 Nov 1951. Buried in the Yokohama War Cemetery, Japan. Next-of-kin presented with Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. The family should have received a NZ Memorial Cross as well. |
| JACKSON, George | 13781 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born West Derby, Liverpool, UK, on 18 Dec 1910. Started out as a plumber before he entered the RN on 15 Jan 1929 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No D/KK 79683. His long career saw him serving in many ships and shore stations including Watchman and Whitehall (destroyers) which appear to have been placed in reserve and decommissioned about the time he served in them. Advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 15 Dec 1929. He served in Vindictive then Greenwich (depot ship), Galatea (light cruiser) 3 Sep 1935–8 Jun 1937. Drafted to Londonderry (sloop) 11 Sep 1937 and he remained in her until 17 Mar 1943. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker (Temporary) on 3 Dec 1940. Londonderry was used on convoy protection duties as soon as WWII commenced. On 19 Apr 1943 he was drafted to Roberts a ‘monitor which had two 15-inch guns. This ship was used to support Operation Husky (invasion of Sicily) and later the attack on the Italian mainland. Drafted to Primula (corvette) based on Nile and later served in Belvoir (destroyer) based on St Angelo (Malta). His final wartime posting was to Imperieuse which had become a stoker training establishment. He took his release on 10 Nov 1945. It was not long before he was back in service as he re-joined the RN on 4 Oct 1946 and was rated Leading Stoker Mechanic (Temp) within two-days. He served again in the Mediterranean in Chieftain (destroyer) 27 Aug 1947–4 Nov 1949 based in St Angelo, Malta and Phoenicia (also in Malta) and was involved in intercepting illegal immigration into Palestine. Drafted on 24 Feb 1950 to Veryan Bay (anti-aircraft frigate) and was probably in this ship when it exchanged with HMNZS Hawea and HMNZS Taupo. Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 26 Jul 1950. He returned to Britain in Apr 1951, was pensioned and discharged to join the RNZN. His medal entitlement for RN Service is not shown except for the NGS Medal with clasp ‘Palestine’ issued in 1952. His other medals may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori 21 Mar 1952 and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic during the next two-days. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel until drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Aug 1953. On arrival back in NZ he served in Philomel, Bellona and Black Prince where he advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 19 Mar 1955. He returned to Maori in England and was DEE on 20 Mar 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, George Hedworth | 206500 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 27/05/2053 | Born Aldershot, UK, 27 Mar 1930. Had been a seaman but was working for the Palmerston North Hospital Board before enlisting 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed or Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni, 6 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 10 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy the same day. May have been attached FAP to 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 May 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 302 days. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Jul 1953 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Next-of-kin shown as Mrs I.A. Jackson, Islington, Alton, England, UK. Discharge Cert still on file. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, Graeme William | 596742 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Opunake on 9 Apr 1938. He was employed as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 24 May 1956 as an Engineering Mechanic 2nd Class. After initial training he was drafted to Black Prince on 14 Jan 1957–1 Apr 1957. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 24 Feb 1957. Drafted on 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to serve in SE Asia and Japan/Korea area. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ he served in Black Prince again, Tamaki and Royalist a second time. Discharged by Purchase on 22 Oct 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) NZDSM and PJM. |
| JACKSON, Graham Athol | 815593 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/06/2053 | 02/06/2055 | Born 8 Jan 1933. Labourer for Dominion Industries, Riccarton, Christchurch. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 17 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Harewood Christchurch 3 Jun 1953 to Sydney. Continued from Sydney by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 14 Jun 1953. Posted 15 Jun 1953 to 10 Tpt Coy as a Driver. Received 27 days Detention and was released to his unit after 24 days Attached to British Commonwealth Sub Area South to act as a member of a burial party 20–27 May 1954 (not known if this was for burial of a NZ serviceman). Returned to 10 Tpt Coy. Granted a 12-month extension of service from 6 Dec 1954. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 1 Apr 1955. Emplaned Japan for RTNZ 30 May 1955 and deplaned Harewood 2 Jun 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jul 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Joined Regular Force and posted to 1 NZ Regt. Embarked Wellington on TSS Captain Cook and arrived at Singapore 15 Dec 1957. Served on counter terrorist operations in 1 NZ Regt from their camp at Taiping. Promoted Acting Lance Corporal 14 Feb 1958. Promoted Lance Corporal 18 Apr 1958 then to Temporary Corporal 2 Mar 1959. Embarked TSS Captain Cook at Penang on 25 Nov 1959 for RTNZ arriving at Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ Entitled to NZOSM and PJM. Later served as Temporary Sergeant Chief Clerk 1 Hawkes Bay Regt 30 Apr 1963. Posted to 7 RNZIR as Chief Clerk 28 Jan 1964. Posted to HQ Linton Camp 19 May 1964 as Sergeant Ledger Clerk. Died Palmerston North 27 Jan 1965 aged 32 years. |
| JACKSON, John Henry | 14312 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born West Bromwich, Staffordshire, UK, 9 Dec 1929. Was a motor mechanic before he enlisted in the Royal Navy on 20 Aug 1947 as an Ordinary Seaman with Service No P/SSX 840748. He underwent initial training at Raleigh in Cornwall and his first ship was Anson a George V-class battleship. This was followed by service in Duke of York another George V-class battleship. Drafted to Cygnet (28 Aug 1948–12 Sep 1949) a C-class destroyer that served through WWII. He advanced to Able Seaman 20 Feb 1949 while in that ship. Able Seaman Jackson was released from the RN on 22 Oct 1952 and enlisted in the RNZN the next day as an Able Seaman. Drafted to Bellona 23 Oct 1952–11 Jan 1953. Drafted to Hawea 23 Nov 1953 and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman 10 Feb 1954 and to Leading Seaman 10 Feb 1955. Sent on course to HMAS Cerberus 22 Oct–22 Dec 1955 and on return served in Philomel where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer 1 Jan 1956 and later to Petty Officer in Tamaki on 1 Jan 1957. Drafted to Royalist on 2 Apr 1957 and served in the Second Commission of this ship in Japanese, Korean and Malaysian waters May 1956 to Jul 1957. DEE 22 Oct 1958. Presumed he was awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZSM (K) and NZDSM as no detail yet seen on his card. |
| JACKSON, Keith Roy (Jacko) | 11777 | Leading Electrical Mechanician | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Hamilton 10 Sep 1932. Stated he was a public servant before he entered the RNZN. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 11 Mar 1948. Underwent training as an engineering mechanic in Tamaki and further training in Philomel. Advanced to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class on 10 Mar 1950. First sea service was in Bellona being drafted to that ship from 17 Oct 1950–26 Sep 1951. Drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the UN Naval forces in Korea. He served mainly on the west coast of Korea. On RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 from Korean waters he served in Bellona again from 6 Nov 1953 and advanced to Acting Leading Electrical Mechanician on 4 Sep 1953. He was sent to HMAS Cerberus 1 Jan–13 Nov 1954 to attend training courses and advanced to Leading Electrical Mechanician on 4 Sep 1954. He returned to Philomel and was drafted again to Bellona 21 Jan–28 Apr 1955. He was next drafted to Tui 29 Apr–1 Aug 1958 and then returned to Philomel. DEE 9 Sep 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Hamilton, 25 Oct 2005 aged 72 years. |
| JACKSON, Robert Haimer | 204085 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Auckland 28 Jun 1929. Previous service in RNZAF. Driver's assistant for North Shore Trading Company, Devonport. Enlisted 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 1 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 2 Sep 1951 for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan, Korea 4 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy on arrival in Korea. Had some minor differences with R&SOs. Fined for dangerously driving a vehicle. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight 18 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 228 days. Discharged from Kayforce 13 May 1953. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, Robert Harold (Bob) | 204249 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 13/01/2055 | Born Auckland on 29 Aug 1930. Labourer at Westfield Freezing works before joining Kayforce. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled on by air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 6 May 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Entered Korea 10 May 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted to 60 Ind Fd Amb 5 Aug 1952 then TSFD to 26 Fd Amb. Discharged from 26 Fd Amb 17 Aug 1952 and returned to unit. Emplaned Iwakuni, 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Discharged from Kayforce 13 Apr 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas 2 years 256 days. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Pukekohe, 5 Feb 2014 aged 83 years. |
| JACKSON, William Albert | 13608 | Leading Mechanic (Engineering) | HMNZS Rotoiti | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington 27 Jun 1930. Employed as a garage storeman before he entered the RNZN on 17 May 1951 as a Stoker. His training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Rotoiti served mainly on the west coast and RTNZ 19 Mar 1953. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 17 Apr 1952. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and was drafted to Black Prince on 20 Sep 1954–20 Sep 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 18 Mar 1955 and to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 19 Mar 1955. He then served in Philomel and Lachlan where he advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 18 Mar 1956. He served again in Philomel 14 Sep 1956–31 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist on 1 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commissioning Voyage to SE Asia and Japanese/Korean waters. Royalist was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic (Local) on 15 May 1958. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 and went back to Philomel on 29 Sep 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JACKSON, William Phillip | 208802 | 2nd Lieutenant | YMCA Secretary | YMCA | 30/10/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born 11 Apr 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. (654511, Private, Infantry Corps. Truck driver from Christchurch. Next-of-kin Mrs M Jackson, Linwood, Christchurch.) Employed by YMCA before enlisting in Kayforce. Appointed to Kayforce, Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) Secretary/Officer, 10 Sep 1952. Entered Japan 1 Nov 1952 and Korea 10 Nov. Administered by 10 Tpt Coy. Moved between 10 Tpt Coy, NZ Base and 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 on Flight No.21 for RTNZ via Sydney and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 68 days. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Feb 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JACOBS, Archie | 338058 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Rotorua 3 Feb 1935. Worked for NZ Railways Department at the Otahuhu workshops before joining Kayforce on 17 Mar 1954. Underwent training in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 19 Jun 1954. Entered Korea 27 Jun 1954 and M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as a Gun Number and then TSFD to RNZASC. M/O to NZ Base HQ, CTBA to 16 Fd Regt and TSFD to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal on 25 May 1955. Attached to British Sub-Area South for three-days then back to 10 Tpt Coy. Also spent period at NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 16 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ arriving Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Mar 1956 and posted to TF unit. Joined Regular Force. Travelled from Wellington to Singapore on TSS Captain Cook and served in 4 Platoon, B Coy, 1 NZ Regt (at Taiping) 15 Dec 1957 to Dec 1959. Spent some time in British Military Hospital in Singapore (15 May 1959) then at Cameron Highlands until 1 Aug. RTNZ on TSS Captain Cook arriving at Wellington 16th Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. Returned to Malaya arriving at Singapore 7 Nov 1963. Served in C Coy, Gurr's Battalion 1963–66 and was involved in Border Operations on the Thai-Malaya border from 1 Apr 1964 to Jun. RTNZ arriving at Christchurch 13 Sep 1965. Posted to C Coy 3 RNZIR at Fort Cautley on arrival in New Zealand. Later assumed appointment of Support Coy Sergeant, Mortar Platoon. Then posted to 1 Bn Depot, Burnham. Returned once more for service in Malaya in Nov 1970–10 Nov 1972. Later Sergeant posted to 2/1 RNZIR, 1 Oct 1974. Discharged from Army, 18 Jul 1977. Awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K), GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’, GSM 1962 clasp ‘Malay Peninsula’ and PJM. Living in Christchurch Aug 2005. |
| JACOBS, Frederick Maxwell | 14374 | Petty Officer Writer | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Gosport, Hants, UK, on 14 May 1920. Employed as a clerk before he entered the RN on 29 Jan 1940 as a Probationary Writer with Service No P/MX 63525. He served in several shore stations such as HMS Drake, Victory, Dryad and HMS Duke prior to drafting to HMS Formidable (carrier) on 12 Mar 1943 and was in her during the invasions of Sicily and Italy. Her aircraft made several attacks of Tirpitz in Norway during mid-1944. Assigned to the British Pacific Fleet in 1945 she participated in the battle for Okinawa and attacked targets in the Japanese home islands. After the Japanese surrender Formidable was used to repatriate liberated allied POWs. Advanced to Petty Officer Writer (Temporary) on 30 Nov 1944. Was in Golden Hind (Sydney) 28 Dec 1945–25 Apr 1946. He returned to Britain and served in Victory from 20 Jul 1946–15 Aug 1954 and advanced to Petty Officer Writer (Permanent) on 21 Aug 1948 and to Chief Petty Officer Writer on 1 Aug 1951. He then served in Theseus (carrier) 16 Aug–16 Dec 1952 and served with the Home Fleet ships. Released from the RN on 26 Jan 1953 to enter the RNZN. His WWII awards include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, Italy Star and War Medal. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 27 Jan 1953 as a Writer and over the next two-days advanced to Petty Officer Writer. He served in Philomel until drafted to Kaniere on 27 Oct 1955. Kaniere sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korean waters and RTNZ on 8 May 1957. He then served in Black Prince 17 Jan 1955–1 Mar 1959 and then in Philomel from 2 Mar 1959. Awarded British Empire Medal on 1 Jan 1963. Discharged to RA on 26 Jan 1963. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| JACOBS, Owen Te Ara (Jake) | 204138 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 26/05/2054 | Born Kaikoura 17 Sep 1931. Came from Blenheim. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force in May 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning in Sep 1951 then embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 3 days later. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy as a driver. RTNZ by air deplaning Wellington on 2 Jan 1953 and re-embarked by air for Korea on 25 Feb 1953. Served again in 10 Tpt Coy. Embarked on SS Changte 26 May 1954 for return to Sydney and flew by Teal to deplane Harewood, 24 Jun 1954. SOS Kayforce 8 Sep 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Christchurch in 1996. A foundation member of Canterbury KVA, Owen (Jake) Jacobs, was a very popular and friendly comrade who attended the NZKVA meetings and functions. Ill health in his last few years made this impossible. Died Christchurch, 28 Jul 2011 aged 80 years. |
| JACQUES, Ian Lewis (Blue) | 208862 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 03/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Picton on 26 Feb 1928. Merchant seaman for the Karamea Shipping Co at Nelson. Enlisted 28 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 3 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled to Japan by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 6 Jun 1953. M/O NZRTU 10 Jun and embarked Sasebo 11 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 14 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served mainly in the Armistice Area. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to Pusan for embarkation and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed the journey and deplaned Harewood 20 Nov 1954 from a RNZAF Hastings ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 31 Dec 1954. Served overseas one year 171 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1468 was sent on 16 Apr 1957 to an address in Christchurch. Living in Blenheim in 1996. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Later entitled to NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died 4 Sep 2021, at Redwood Retirement Home, Blenheim aged 93 years. Buried with his parents and grandparents in Picton Cemetery. |
| JAGGARD, Newton Lex | 15307 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Feilding 30 Apr 1939 and attended Feilding Agricultural High School. Enlisted in the RNZN 27 Jan 1955 as Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 20 Jul 1955. Drafted to Hawea 4 Nov 1955 and advanced to Junior Seaman on 1 Jan 1956. Drafted to Kaniere on 13 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korea waters during the third deployment of the ship. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 30 Oct 1956. On RTNZ 8 May 1957 he was drafted to Black Prince but this posting was of short duration. He later served in Pukaki during the monitoring of the 3rd nuclear test in Apr 1958. He served in Royalist during one of its voyages to SE Asia and served in Endeavour, Philomel, Royalist again Rotoiti and Lachlan. Played a good game of rugby but his work was below the same standard. DEE 29 Apr 1965. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZSSM (nuclear test monitoring), NZDSM (R) and PJM. Noel Percy Jaggard is related to but is not a brother of Newton Lex Jaggard. |
| JAGGARD, Noel Percy | 14609 | Engineering Mechanic 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Feilding 14 Sep 1934. Employed as a postman before he entered the RNZN on 25 Sep 1952 as an Ordinary Telegraphist. His training commenced in Tamaki and continued in Philomel where he changed to Stoker on 27 Nov 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 3 Mar 1953–26 Sep 1954. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 2 Oct 1953. Drafted to Bellona 27 Sep 1954–11 Jul 1955. Advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. His next ship was Stawell in which he served from 12 Jul 1955 until posted to Philomel on 4 Feb 1956. Drafted on 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which left Devonport on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Royalist was in Korean waters for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) (Local) 15 May 1958. Royalist RTNZ o 15001n 4 Jul 1958 but Noel Jaggard remained in her until drafted to Philomel on 6 Oct 1958 when he returned to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class rate. The remaining service was Tamaki or Philomel except for a posting to Paea 30 Jan–5 Aug 1959. DEE 24 Sep 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). Newton Lex JAGGERD is related but is not his brother. Died Manurewa, Auckland, 14 May 2014 aged 80 years. |
| JAGGER, Robert Carr (Bob) | 206785 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/05/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Wellington 5 Aug 1925 and was orphaned two months later when his mother left him in a creche and he never saw her. He was adopted by the Jagger family. Herd Tester for Taranaki Herd Improvement Assn, New Plymouth. Attested at Linton Camp 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Wellington 31 May 1952 on Teal flying boat for journey to Sydney. Flew to Japan via Port Moresby and deplaned Japan 4 Jun 1952. Travelled by sea from Sasebo to Pusan. Entered Korea 8 Jun 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Ammunition number and driver for 25-pounder ammunition wagon. Bob was a keen amateur photographer and took several photos on his Box Brownie Camera. Also involved with 161 Bty HQ Signals. He worked with artillery units primarily in signals and communication near the famous Hill 355. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ 10 Feb 1952 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. RTNZ by air via Guam and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 291 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 21 May 1954. Admitted to New Plymouth Hospital with Malaria 12 Jul 1954 after he was discharged. Living in Inglewood in 2001. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. There are several video clips in the Korean War Legacy Foundation web site. He was interviewed for this programme when he was 93 years old. |
| JAGO, Richard Joseph | 206599 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Wellington 21 Dec 1926. Previous service in the Army in BCOF, Japan as a Private in 3 Bn, NZ Infantry and NZ Tokyo Battalion between 15 Jul 1947 and 10 Aug 1948. Discharged from Jayforce 16 Dec 1948. He was a shoe repairer. Enlisted in Kayforce Expansion Force on 15 Jun 1951. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin to Iwakuni deplaning in Sep 1951 then embarked Sasebo for sea voyage to Korea disembarking Pusan 3 days later. Entered Korea 6 Oct 1951. Posted to NZ Base HQ, RNZ Sigs then to 1 Comwel Div Sigs. Made a gross error and received a heavy Field Punishment and committed to Field Punishment Centre, Pusan 14 Jan 1952. Released back to his unit. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the journey and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 28 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. |
| JAMES, Bryan Wilson | 206177 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 13/02/2052 | Born Whakatane on 19 Dec 1920. Employed as a Structural Draughtsman for Public Works Department, Wellington. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950. Attended OCTU at Waiouru but did not qualify. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde, Main Body for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Jun 1951 while holding the appointment of Technical Assistant. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 12 Oct 1951. Attended Instructors Course at NZRTU on 1 Jan 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Feb 1952 (ER 49 List) for RTNZ as a Relief Force Instructor. Deplaned Auckland 13 Feb 1952. from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Posted to Papakura Camp for instructional duties. Discharged 30 Jun 1952. Served overseas one year 66 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1471 was sent to an address in Whakatane on 16 Apr 1957. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JAMES, Colin Friend (Jimmy) | 13069 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Bristol, Gloucestershire, UK, on 22 Jul 1925. Midshipman 1 Sep 1942. Sub-Lieutenant 1 Sep 1944 (Navy List Apr 1946 Vol.2). Royal Navy officer on loan to the RNZN. Lieutenant 1946. Supply Officer appointed to RNZN 28 Feb 1949. Served in Tutira 11 Apr 1949 to 23 Jan 1950. Appointed to Rotoiti 24 Jan 1950 and served mainly on the West Coast of Korea. Stayed with that ship until 22 Nov 1951. Held in Philomel awaiting passage for return to the Royal Navy in the UK. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM as he served on a New Zealand ship. Held on strength of HMNZS Maori (NZ High Commission in London) until 21 Feb 1952. Returned to Royal Navy 22 Feb 1952. Later Lieutenant Commander 1 Dec 1954, Staff Officer in Command of HMS Venturer, Severn Division, RNR. Later served in HMS Porchester Castle (corvette). Died Aug 1995, Bristol, Gloucestershire aged 70 years. |
| JAMES, Harry William Trevor | 11336 | Signalman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2053 | Born Wellington 19 Jun 1925. He was employed as a labourer in a bakehouse before joining the RNZN. Enlisted in the RNZN on 19 Jun 1946 as Ordinary Signalman. After basic training and initial training in his trade he was drafted to Bellona on 3 Mar 1948 and advanced to Signalman on 25 Mar 1948. He rotated between Philomel and Bellona until drafted to Taupo on 6 Jun 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. On 27 Jan 1952 he was TSFD to Hawea and RTNZ on 9 Mar 1952. DEE on 20 Nov 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZDSM and KWSM. On discharge from the RNZN he became a cargo worker and was a member of the RNZNR. Discharged DEAD from RNZNR on 27 Jan 1955 aged 39 years. |
| JAMES, Jim | 204579 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 29/01/2053 | 23/07/2054 | Born Dargaville 5 Oct 1926. Launch operator then Linesman for Post & Telegraph Department from Kohukohu, Hokianga. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 29 Jan 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Japan 31 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 9 Feb 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and served in H Troop. M/O for 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and attached FAP to HQ RASC to attend Physical Training Course 27 Sep 1953. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt at end of course. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 176 days. Discharged 7 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1472 returned to Base Records as recipient had moved. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JAMES, John | 204166 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 27/11/2054 | Born Waiuku on 16 Aug 1929 in NZ. Clerk in Social Security Department, Auckland. Enlisted 29 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. His Training was conducted in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. He was sent on overseas drafting and Christmas leave 21 Dec 1951–9 Jan 1952. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 12 Apr 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty., Promoted Lance Bombardier Troop Driver Operator 29 Aug 1952. Promoted Bombardier 25 Oct 1954 while holding the appointment of BHQ Tara. Attached to HQ RASC to attend PT Instructor's Course. Injured in the left eye playing softball. Also attended CATC Inchon for a one-month signals training course. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to NZ disembarking from a Teal flight at Auckland 27 Nov 1954. Served overseas 2 years 302 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 Apr 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Returned to Waiuku on arrival in New Zealand. Died Auckland on 9 Jun 1978 aged 50 years. |
| JAMES, Paul William | 15398 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Christchurch on 10 Oct 1938. Employed as a draper’s shop assistant before he entered the RNZN on 26 May 1955 aged 16 years and seven months as a Junior Assistant Cook 2nd Class. His basic naval training was conducted in Tamaki and his trade training was undertaken in Philomel. Advanced to Junior Acting Cook (Seamen) on 14 Oct 1955 and to Assistant Cook (Seamen) on 10 Apr 1956 served in Hawea and Philomel and was drafted to Royalist as Cook (Seamen) on 25 Mar 1957. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Supply & Secretariat Division. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Drafted to Tamaki 11 Sep 1958–27 Sep 1959. Drafted to Lachlan 18 Sep 1959–4 Apr 1961. He served in Philomel and was drafted to Taranaki as Leading Cook (Seamen) on 27 Nov 1961. DEE on 9 Oct 1964. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. Died 27 Nov 2007 aged 69 years. |
| JAMES, Thomas Theodore | 203541 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/07/2052 | Born Greymouth 5 Sep 1928. Packer and storeman driver for Berlei (NZ) Ltd at Auckland. Nearly three years previous RNZAF service as Leading Aircraftman in the Movements Section. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Battle casualty, 11pm, 7 Nov 1951 in the area Nodong-ni by enemy shell fire causing wounds to lower thigh. Admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb, onto 5088th MASH where he was operated on at 5.10am 8 Nov, then onto Swedish Red Cross Hospital at Pusan, then TSFD to Osaka Army Hospital, then to Brit Com General Hospital. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base 1 Dec 1951. Re-admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 22 Jan 1952 as wound was troublesome. Also attached to Force HQ as a driver. Emplaned Iwakuni 17 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight (Aorangi) at Auckland. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Discharged 12 Sep 1952. Served overseas one year 219 days. Died Auckland, 3 Jul 1996 aged 68 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JAMIESON, Bryce | 12376 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2053 | Born Christchurch 6 Jan 1932. Enlisted as Boy 2nd Class on 8 Jul 1948. After training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona. Promoted Ordinary Seaman 6 Sep 1950. Drafted to Taupo 18 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland 29 May 1951. Promoted Able Seaman 6 Aug 1951. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Oct 1953. Later served in Kiwi and Black Prince. DEE 2 Nov 1956. Died Christchurch, 17 Apr 1997 aged 64. Family claimed NZOSM and KWSM. |
| JAMIESON, Vivian Alfred | 460689 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/02/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Te Miro, near Cambridge 27 Mar 1930. Farmhand working on his father’s farm at Cambridge. Enlisted 22 Sep 1953 in Kayforce at Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 10 Feb 1954 on a Teal flight to Sydney and continued by air to deplane Japan on 13 Feb 1954. Entered Korea 20 Feb 1954. Posted to C Platoon 10 Tpt Coy. Accidentally injured (fractured wrist) and was admitted to 4th Canadian Fd Amb for treatment. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 7 May 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 87 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal which was sent from Trentham Camp on 24 Aug 1956. Later awarded NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharged 21 Jun 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died at home in Cambridge, 4 Oct 2001 aged 71 years. |
| JANSON, Leon Clutha | 11298 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Balclutha on 19 Feb 1928. Employed as a surveyor before he entered the RNZN on 17 Oct 1946. His first sea service after initial training in Tamaki was in Bellona from 21 Jun 1947–15 Jun 1948. He then served in Philomel, Tamaki and Bellona again. Drafted to Hawea on 1 Feb 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters. Hawea RTNZ on 8 Mar 1952. His service thereafter was in Philomel and Tamaki. DEE on 16 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JANSSENS, Mervyn John | 206178 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 02/08/2052 | Born Lower Hutt 27 Sep 1927. Employed as a tile worker for Atlas Tile Co, Waiwhetu Rd, Lower Hutt. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. His training for Korea was conducted in Linton and Waiouru Camps. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 162 Bty for its initial operational deployments from Pusan towards Seoul. Failed a few times to adhere to R&SOs. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Wellington 2 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal but these were returned from original posting address. Medals later re-issued to recipient. Served overseas one year 237 days. Discharged 29 Dec 1952. Died Whanganui 9 Sep 1989 aged 62 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JARAM, Norman Narsay | 203671 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/11/2053 | Born Whakatane 8 Apr 1925. Served in the RNZAF during WWII (Service No 436683) as an Aircraftman 1st Class for three years from 15 May 1943–18 Dec 1945. Awarded War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Attested 16 Mar 1946 for Jayforce. (811896, Private, Infantry Corps.) next-of-kin Mrs B. Jaram (mother), Whakatane.) Embarked 30 Jul 1946 Wellington on HMT Chitral and disembarked Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served in 22 Bn. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal whilst acting as Mortar Pl Det Commander. Promoted Corporal 12 Jan 1947. Promoted Temporary Sergeant while Rations NCO 14 Jun 1947 and to Sergeant 19 Jul 1947. One of three brothers who served in BCOF. Embarked 6 Aug 1948 Japan and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Plasterer for Hume Bros, Whakatane. Attested in KMB 30 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. To be Sergeant 9 Jan 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 10 Jul 1951, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged but remained on X(ii) List 16 Jul 1951. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp (no date) discharged to X(ii) List. AWOL for three days 2–5 Dec 1951 and was reduced to the ranks. Gunner 3 Jan 1951. Temporary Bombardier while holding appointment of Duty NCO 18 Mar 1952. To be Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant whilst holding appointment of Gun No.1 wef 1 Apr 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and remains on the X(iii) List (furlough). Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 16 Aug 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned Auckland 18 Mar 1953 as a Sergeant on Teal flight to Sydney Continued to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953. Returned to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty. To be Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class whilst employed as TSM from 16 May 1953. Reverted to Sergeant on ceasing to hold appointment of TSM 21 Jul 1953. Reduced to the rank of Gunner 24 Aug 1953 (FGCM). M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 3 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 7 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 121 days. Discharged 21 Jan 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Kawerau,15 May 1997 aged 72 years. |
| JARMAN, Ian Charles | 332910 | Driver | NZ Base HQ | RNZASC | 10/01/2056 | 10/08/2057 | Born Otahuhu, Auckland, 9 Dec 1933. Clerk at Post & Telegraph Department, Auckland, and a member of the Territorial Air Force (No.1 TF Sqn) before joining Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 10 Jan 1956 on RNZAF Hastings for flight to Japan. Entered Japan 13 Jan 1956. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal while holding appointment as 2 Ech Clerk. Entered Korea 15 May 1956. Posted from NZ Base HQ to NZ Component British Commonwealth Forces Korea for one month before returning to NZ Base HQ. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Aug for RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 10 Aug 1957 from a RNZAF Hastings. Discharged from Kayforce 27 Sep 1957 and posted to Class ‘A’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 214 days. Died Grafton, Auckland, 6 Dec 1990 aged 67 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| JARVIE, Royden Stanley (Roy) | 208497 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Balclutha 21 Feb 1930. Employed as a fitter in NZ Railways. Came from Kaitangata. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 3 May 1952 on Teal flight (Aotearoa flying boat) to Sydney. Continued by air and disembarked at Iwakuni, Japan 6 May 1952. Entered Korea 10 May 1952. Artillery artificer (Tiffy), in 162 Bty, ‘D’ troop. Expert about the mechanism of the guns as this was his trade. Later appointed Gun Sergeant. Photographed checking the air pressure on a 25-pounder gun as part of his weekly duties. Promoted through the ranks to Sergeant on 2 Feb 1954. Close friend of Bombardier Poulton about whom he wrote a song. Admitted twice to 60 Indian Fd Amb for treatment. Admitted to 4 Canadian Fd Amb 6 Feb 1954 then TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 11 Feb 1954. Discharged from Brit Com BGen Hosp on 11 Feb 1954 and was TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Mar 1954. Embarked 24 Mar 1954 on SS Changsha at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 24 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 357 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Aug 1954 and returned to Kaitangata near Balclutha. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Mellons Bay, Auckland, 14 March 2014 aged 84 years. |
| JARVIS, Raymond Geoffrey | 11479 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Stratford, Taranaki, 11 Oct 1929. He was employed as an Apiary assistant before enlisting in the RNZN. Entered the RNZN on 8 May 1947 and was granted the rate of Stoker 2nd Class. His first sea service after basic training where he advanced to Stoker, was in Bellona from 15 Oct 1947 to 9 Sep 1948. Promoted Stoker Mechanic 8 Mar 1948. Served in Kiwi, a Bird Class trawler, Kaniere and Lachlan before being drafted to Rotoiti on 29 Sep 1950. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 for Korea and served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 21 Nov 1951. Served in Kiwi again before being DEE 24 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JAYNES, James Gordon | 12305 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Rhondda, Wales, UK, 16 Sep 1922. Employed as a fitter’s mate before he entered the RNZN at Cook III (later Maori) as an Able Seaman with Radar Plotter 3rd Class grade on 5 Jul 1948. Drafted to HMS Loch Achray on 19 Aug 1948 which was re-named Kaniere when she became part of the RNZN Fleet. He was a crewman on the delivery voyage to New Zealand. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel then at the Naval station at Waiouru (later known as Irirangi). Drafted to Rotoiti on 2 Oct 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 bound for Korea to serve with the UN Naval Forces against the Communist foes. Shortly after his arrival in the area he was TSFD to Tutira on 6 Nov 1950 and RTNZ in her arriving Devonport 30 May 1951. Served for a short while in Philomel awaiting passage for return to Maori in Britain in SS Rangitata. DEE 17 Sep 1951. Entitled to Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JEFFARES, Kevin Villers | 15207 | Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington 5 Dec 1937. He was employed as a clerk before he entered the RNZN on 30 Sep 1954 as Junior Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class (Local) and underwent training in Tamaki until 30 Nov 1954. In Philomel under training 1 Dec 1954–29 Jul 1955 and advanced to Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class 5 Jun 1955. Was at Irirangi 30 Jul–1 Sep 1955. At HMAS Cerberus 2 Sep 1955–10 May 1956 attending radio training courses. On RTNZ drafted to Philomel before returning to Irirangi 22 May 1956–16 Mar 1957. Drafted to Royalist 17 Mar 1957 which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Electrical Division. Radio Electricians Mate 2nd Class on joining Royalist and Radio Electricians Mate 1st Class on leaving. The remainder of his service was shared between Philomel and Irirangi. Discharged BNPS 20 May 1960. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM and PJM. |
| JEFFARES, Leslie Thomas Peter | 14727 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Napier on 13 Feb 1937. Left school and entered the RNZN on 28 Jan 1953 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and on 12 Mar 1954 was drafted to Black Prince as Boy 1st Class. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 13 Aug 1954. Served in Bellona 19 Apr–29 Sep 1955. Also served in Philomel and Kiwi where he advanced to Able Seaman on 13 Nov 1955. Served in Philomel 17 Aug 1956–4 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 5 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea but was in Korean waters for about five weeks. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in her until 17 Sep 1958. Drafted to Black Prince 18 Sep 1958–9 Jun 1959. Discharged 9 Jun 1959 BNPS. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| JEFFERY, Albert Earnest Young | 203542 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 29/08/2053 | Born Auckland 31 May 1928. Attested in KMB 28 Aug 1950 and embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served with 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hospital, Kure 13 Aug–3 Sep 1951. Attached Reinforcement Training Unit then posted to NZ Base HQ 28 Nov 1951. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 10 Dec 1951 during first tour while employed as a cook. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ on furlough and deplaned Auckland on 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Re-emplaned Auckland 14 Jun 1952 on Teal flight for Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 18 Jun 1952 and M/I to NZ Base HQ then moved to NZRTU. M/O TSFDNZRTU and posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Mar 1953. Re-entered Korea 11 Mar 1953. Promoted Lance Bombardier during second tour. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 4 May 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, was discharged 3 Jun 1953 but remained on X(ii) List. Posted to NZ Base HQ 19 Jun 1953 and struck off X(ii) List. TSFD to the NZ Roll 8 Jul 1953. RTNZ for medical reasons embarked at Sasebo, Japan, 20 Aug 1953, on HMNZS Hawea and disembarked Auckland 29 Aug 1953. Discharged from Kayforce 7 Nov 1953. Served in Korea 2 years 230 days. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Passed away peacefully after a long illness Tauranga 28 May 2015 aged 87 years: “Now in the arms of Jesus”. Buried at Pyes Pa Cemetery, Tauranga. |
| JEFFRIES, Cyril Neil | 7837 | Chief Radio Electrical Artificer | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wellington on 8 Aug 1924. He was employed as a radio mechanic prior to entering the RNZN on 18 Aug 1943 as an Ordinary Signalman–Radar. He served in Philomel and was rated Radio Mechanic (S) on 31 May 1944 and to Leading Radio Mechanic (S) on 1 Jun 1944. Drafted to Cook (Waiouru) 10 Jun 1944 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Radio Mechanic (S) (Temporary) on 11 Nov 1945 and to Petty Officer Radio Mechanic (S) (Temporary) on 1 Nov 1946 then to Radio Electrician on 1 Feb 1947. He was sent to Britain in Mar 1950 and had further training and experience in HMS Collingwood and HMS Royal Arthur and advanced to Radio Electrical Artificer 3rd Class on 6 Oct 1951. He returned to NZ and was back in Philomel in Jun 1952 and advanced to Radio Electrical Artificer 2nd Class on 1 Nov 1952. Drafted to Black Prince on 16 Jan 1953 and advanced to Chief Radio Electrical Artificer on I Jan 1954. He then served in Bellona, Irirangi, Hawea, HMAS Cerberus and Philomel and was drafted to Royalist on 21 Dec 1956. Royalist sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Served in the Electrical Division. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and was sent to the UK to become a crew member to bring Taranaki to join the RNZN fleet in 1961. The remainder of his service was completed in Philomel from 16 Jan 1962. Awarded British Empire Medal in QB Hons in Jun 1963. Discharged to RA on 17 Aug 1963. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) NZGSM (K) and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| JEFFS, Arthur Maurice | 204016 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 02/09/2053 | Born Auckland 16 May 1927. Warehouseman from Devonport. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 4 Sep 1951. Embarked Sasebo 5 Sep 1951 and entered Korea 8 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy, Composite Platoon. Attached to 10 Field Hygiene Section and completed a Field Hygiene course on 31 May 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal and appointed Supply Clerk 30 Jun 1952. Promoted through the ranks to Temporary Sergeant 15 Jun 1953 and appointed Workshop TMP Sergeant. Promoted Sergeant 21 Jul 1953, before returning to New Zealand. Emplaned at Iwakuni, Japan, 30 Aug 1953 for RTNZ and arrived at Auckland on Teal flight 2 Sep 1953. Served overseas 2 years 32 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 Nov 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Three Kings, Auckland, 8 Jul 2013 aged 86 years. |
| JENKINS, Allan Peter | 11334 | Telegraphist | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Pukehuia, Northland, on 3 Aug 1928. He was a scholar at school and left at the end of the 1945 year to enter the RNZN on 21 Nov 1946 as an Ordinary Telegraphist, date amended 14 Jan 1952 to serve until 7 Dec 1953. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and was then drafted to the Naval signals station at Waiouru at some unknown date until 7 Feb 1949. Drafted to Pukaki on 8 Feb 1949–4 Nov 1950. Advanced to Telegraphist on 16 May 1950. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira to serve with the UN Naval Force in Korea. TSFD to Tutira 5 Nov 1950 and RTNZ in her on 30 May 1951 but he remained in that vessel until 16 Aug 1951. He was in Philomel 17–30 Aug 1951 and was then sent to HMAS Cerberus and HMAS Penguin 31 Aug–23 Dec 1951. On RTNZ he served in Philomel 24 Dec 1951 and advanced to Acting Leading Telegraphist on 14 Mar 1952 and to Leading Telegraphist on 25 Jun 1952. Served in Black Prince 14 Jan–7 Dec 1953. DEE 7 Dec 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JENKINS, Caleb Charles (Charlie) | 13090 | Petty Officer Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Abergwynfi, Glamorgan, Wales in 1916. Entered the Royal Navy as an Assistant Cook on 7 May 1934 and was allocated the Service No MX50642. His first service at sea was in Glorious, a Courageous-class fleet aircraft carrier and remained with that ship for nearly two years. His next big ship was Royal Oak a battle cruiser in which he served for nearly two years, fortunately leaving that ship before it was sunk at Scapa Flow in the early days of WWII. He then served in Drake then Albatross before returning to Drake. In Jun 1940 he was drafted to Norfolk (heavy cruiser with 20 cm [8-inch] guns) and served in the South Atlantic on trade protection duties operating from Freetown. In Jan 1941 Norfolk was one of the hunters of the German auxiliary cruiser Kormoran. Norfolk was the second ship to sight the German battleship Bismarck. By now he was rated as Petty Officer Cook. Norfolk and Suffolk continued to trail the Bismarck and were part of the force that sank the enemy ship on 26–27 May 1941. His next postings through to 1946 were mainly on shore stations but his time in Norfolk was probably his most exiting sea time. He was released from the Royal Navy on 5 Aug 1946. Charlie Jenkins entered the RNZN on 23 Sep 1949 as a Cook but advanced on succeeding days to Leading Cook then to Petty Officer Cook. Drafted to Rotoiti on 3 Feb 1950 and travelled to Korean waters in that ship before transferring to Tutira on 6 Nov 1950. Both these ships served in east coast and west coast Korean waters. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 23 May 1952, p.2788). Awarded the Royal Navy LS&GC Medal with Gratuity 20 Mar 1953. Petty Officer Cook Jenkins was in Bellona ( (i/c Ships Galley) when it was returned to the UK and was a crew member in Royalist when that ship was handed over to the RNZN. He was involved with the ship in the Suez affair in 1956. His last sea service was in Black Prince Sep 1958 to Aug 1959. Charlie Jenkins was Discharged to RA 22 Sep 1959. Died Maida Vale, W.9. London 25 Jul 1983. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. |
| JENKINS, Garth Wilfred | 330444 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 18/06/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Dunedin 14 Oct 1931. Bookbinder employed by Leightons Ltd, Auckland. Ex TF soldier. Enlisted 27 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and by Qantas aircraft to Japan deplaning 21 Jun 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jun 1953 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy 27 Jun 1953. Promoted Lance Corporal during tour. Attached FAP to HQ RASC during Jul 1953 and returned to 10 Tpt Coy 25 Sep 1953. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia and travelled to Sydney. Emplaned on Teal flight and deplaned Auckland 20 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 156 days. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955 and posted to the Territorial Force. Living in Warnambool, Victoria, Australia 2000. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) Revisited Korea Apr 2012 aged 81 years. |
| JENKINS, Geoffrey Bennett | 11192 | Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Whangarei on 31 Dec 1924. Employed as a marine engineer before he enlisted in the RNZN on 30 Apr 1946. His basic naval training was conducted in Tamaki where he was granted the rate of Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class. Further training followed in Philomel and he was then drafted to Bellona on 1 Oct 1946. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 30 Apr 1947. He then served in Philomel, Kiwi, Pukaki and Philomel again before returning to Pukaki on 1 Feb 1950. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 together with Tutira for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He RTNZ on 3 Dec 1950 and resumed service in Philomel. He then served in Kaniere 30 Jan–19 Nov 1951. DEE 29 Apr 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JENKINS, Thomas William | 12607 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 21/11/2051 | Born Stockton on Tees, Durham, UK, on 28 Dec 1913. Employed as a Machine driller before he joined the RN. Currently no information is available regarding his RN Service apart from the fact that he reached at least Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic in the RN. He entered the RNZN at Cook (soon to be Maori) on 6 Feb 1949 on a three-year engagement as a Stoker Mechanic and over the next two-days advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on 8 Feb 1949. He was given the choice of remaining in NZ when his engagement expired or return to Britain for discharge. Drafted to Tutira 4 May 1949 and was a crewman who sailed this vessel to NZ to join the RNZN Fleet. He served in Philomel and Tamaki and was drafted to Hawea on 19 Jan 1951. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. TSFD to Rotoiti 17 Oct 1957 and RTNZ in this ship arriving 21 Nov 1951 but stayed with this ship until 26 Nov 1951. Served in Philomel awaiting passage to UK for discharge in the UK. Remained in Maori until DEE 22 May 1952. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JENKINS, Trevor Karl | 207763 | Lance Bombardier | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 23/08/2053 | Born Turua, near Thames 6 May 1926. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Rolls Vol.16, p.66. (656318, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Market Gardener from Birkdale, Auckland. Next-of-kin Mrs D. Jenkins (mother), Birkdale, Auckland.) Served 2nd Section Jayforce and embarked NZ 30 Jul 1949 and RTNZ 27 Aug 1947. Bushman at Dunsandel, Canterbury. Attested in Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 13 Sep 1950 and promoted Lance Bombardier 2 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 163 Bty. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 223 Jun 1951 and appointed Bty Storeman. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 5 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Aug 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Aug 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 258 days. Discharged 20 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to or awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 26 Dec 1983 aged 57 years. Buried North Shore Memorial Park. |
| JENKINS, William Brown | 208498 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born 15 Oct 1918. Came to NZ and lived in Mataura, Southland. Attested 11 Nov 1939 in the 2 NZEF Army for WWII. Embarked 5 Mar 1950 with 1st Echelon 2 NZEF. (5831, Private, Base Depot.) Entered Egypt 13 Feb 1940. Served in Military Police then M/I to 20 Bn (B Coy) from Reinforcements Depot. Embarked to join Lustre Force in Greece and Crete 2 Mar 1941. Battle Cas 1 May 1941, accounted for 18 May 1941, Safe in Egypt 10 Jun 1941. Wounded in Action 27 Nov 1942 and Admitted 4 Fd Amb. Wounded and missing (Libya) 2 Jan 1942 then reported as PW later the same day. Cable from Rome reported POW. POW at Campo PG 52 (Chiavari) 23 Sep 1943, then TSFD to Campo PG 57 (Grupignano) 23 Dec 1942 and reported 5 Apr 1943. TSFD Stalag VIIIA (near Gorlitz) Germany. Safe in the UK, 25 Apr 1945 ex PW. AWOL for 28 days 15 hours, awarded 29 days detention and forfeits 29 days’ pay (6 Jul 1945). Granted seven days remittance. Embarked for RTNZ 8 Aug 1945. Disembarked Wellington 5 Sep 1945. Continued treatment Gore Hospital 23 Oct 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Labourer from Mataura, Southland. Next-of-kin Mr M Jenkins (father, Mataura.) Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement draftee. Posted to RNZASC 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Evans Bay Wellington 14 May 1952 on the Teal flying boat Aranui to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas or BCPA flight to deplane at Iwakuni, on 17 May 1952. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl and entered Korea 21 May 1952. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 2 Dec 1952 and discharged to unit. M/O Div HQ Tpt Pl to NZ Base HQ 1 Sep 1953 then to NZRTU. M/O NZRTU to Div HQ Tpt Pl 8 Sep 1953 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl. M/O from this unit to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 11 Nov 1953 and M/I to NZ Base HQ (Japan) 15 Nov 1953. Embarked 29 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe and travelled via Hong Kong, Tarakan (Borneo) to Sydney. Completed RTNZ by air and deplaned Auckland from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 282 days. Discharged 27 Apr 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JENKS, Malcolm William George | 34354 | Corporal | Attached 5 RTR | RNZAC | 06/10/2054 | 22/04/2055 | Enlisted as Regular Force Cadet 17 Jan 1950 then posted to RNZ Sigs on graduating from Cadet service. TSFD from RNZ Sigs to RNZAC on completion of Armoured Fighting Vehicle Course on 12 Jan 1952 and attended Armoured Gunnery Course. Instructed Compulsory Military Service Trainees. TSFD to Kayforce 23 Aug 1954. Completed Centurion Tank Gunnery Course. Emplaned Auckland 6 Oct 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled to Japan by civil flight via, Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 11 Oct 1954. Entered Korea 13 Oct 1954 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Attached to 5 RTR. Emplaned Qantas aircraft at Iwakuni 20 Apr 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 22 Apr 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and reposted to Regular Force. Served overseas 199 days. Served in various armoured units including NZ Scottish and Queen Alexandra's Mounted Rifles and 1 Armoured Car Regt. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class with seniority from 5 Dec 1965. Commissioned Lieutenant then later Captain at Home Command, Wellington. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Discharged from the Army 8 Sep 1973. Deceased? |
| JENKS, Peter Douglas | 14155 | Lieutenant | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Hayle, Cornwall, UK, on 26 Oct 1926. Attended RN College Dartmouth, Served in Padstow Bay (anti-aircraft frigate) 1946–48 in the American and West Indies Station, Cheviot (destroyer) on the Mediterranean station and in St Kitts (destroyer) 1950–51 in the Home Fleet. Gunnery Officer with seniority from 16 Mar 1948. Appointed to Maori additional for two and a half years’ service for passage from St Kitts based on Chatham to HMNZS Philomel based on Auckland. RN officer on loan to RNZN from 6 Feb 1952. Served in Tui and Inverell before being appointed to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1953 as the Gunnery Officer and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for Korean waters via Sydney, the Java Sea to Singapore and Hong Kong. Mostly served on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. RTNZ via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji, arriving Devonport 2 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Returned to the UK in the Rangitiki departing from Wellington on 8 May 1954 and reverted to Royal Navy on 13 Aug 1954. |
| JENNER, Albert William Louis | 12577 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Hove, Sussex, UK, 13 Mar 1922. His NOK was given as his mother Mrs Caroline Fanny Jenner of Hove, Sussex. Employed as a Labourer before he entered the RN. Currently there is no information available regarding his RN Serv Nor of any awards he may have received for his WWII Service. On release from the RN he entered the RNZN at Maori on 20 Jan 1949 as a Stoker Mechanic. The next day he advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. Cook was re-named Maori on 1 Apr 1949. Drafted to Tutira (the former Loch Morlich) on 4 May 1949 and was TSFD to Rotoiti on 7 Jun 1949. He was a member of the crew who brought this vessel to NZ to join the RNZN Fleet. On arrival in NZ he was drafted to Bellona on 16 Sep 1949 and advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 30 Oct 1949. Drafted to Rotoiti on 29 Sep 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Oct 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korean waters against the Communist forces. Advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic 14 Sep 1951. Rotoiti RTNZ on 21 Nov 1951. Awarded a Boiler Room Watch-Keepers Certificate. Following this service he was drafted to Philomel 24 Nov 1951–29 Mar 1952. He then served in Bellona again 30 May 1952–11 Jan 1953. DEE 29 Jan 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and the KWSM. On discharge he went to live in Gisborne. Unknown if he went back to the UK or made his home in NZ. |
| JENNINGS, Francis William James | 203327 | Warrant Officer 2nd Class | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 20/08/2053 | Born South Shields, Durham, England 27 Sep 1918. Driver from Ponsonby. Next-of-kin Mrs L. Jennings (mother), Ponsonby, Auckland. Served in 2 NZEF (Third Embarkation Roll) 24593 Gunner 30 Fd Bty, 6 Fd Regt NZA. Embarked for the Middle East on 27 Aug 1940. RTNZ on furlough 13 Jul 1943. Re-embarked for Italy 12 Jan 1944 and returned home to NZ on 24 Oct 1945. Also served in Territorial Force. Market Gardener just before enlisting 29 Aug 1950 in Kayforce. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Reduced to Bombardier by Commander NZ Kayforce 3 Jan 1952 but was promoted Temporary Sergeant and appointed Gun No.1 29 Jan 1952. Sprained ankle and was treated at 60 Ind Fd Amb 9 Mar 1952. Reverted to Bombardier on ceasing to be Gun No.1 on 6 Apr 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 7 Jun and to Sergeant 12 Jul 1952. Promoted Sergeant Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class 1 Nov 1952. Attached to Brit Com Leave Unit, Tokyo 15 Jan 1953 but RTNZ Base unit 26 Jan 1953. Member of the 1953 NZ Kayforce Rugby Team, returned to Korea from Japan Tour, 16 Apr 1953. Promoted Warrant Officer 2nd Class 1 Jun 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953 for RTNZ on Qantas flight and travelled via Guam, Port Moresby, to Sydney. Continued to deplane Auckland 20 Aug 1953 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 255 days. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star with ‘8th Army’ clasp, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939–45, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 15 Dec 1953. President of Panmure/ Mt Wellington RSA Later awarded QSM, NZOSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 7 Mar 2011 at Ellerslie Gardens Rest Home and Hospital aged 93 years. |
| JENNINGS, Phillip Charles | 15622 | Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Aldershot, Hampshire, UK, on 17 Apr 1924. He was a scholar before he entered the Royal Navy on 20 Feb 1940 as an Engine Room Artificer Apprentice with Service No D/MX 64365. His training for four years was conducted at the Mechanical Training Establishment (MTE), Rosyth. It meant travelling Aldershot to London during the blitz then by the Flying Scotsman north to Scotland and the to the MTE at Rosyth. Advanced to ERS 5th Class (Fitter & Turner) 1 Jul 1944. Passed through Drake to Caroline (the RN HQ in Belfast Harbour, Northern Ireland) and was attached to Bligh (frigate) 25 Jul 1944–11 Nov 1945. On 7 Nov 1944 an accidental firing of an anti-aircraft gun while docked in Liverpool caused death and injury on the troopship Capetown Castle moored opposite, Bligh then sailed as an escort for convoy KMF–36 to Port Said. He was in the ship when she with Tyler and Keats sunk U–1172 with depth charges on 27 Jan 1945. Advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 5th Class 21 Jun 1945. Bligh was also based at Orlando I Jul–11 Nov 1945. Drafted to Valiant (battleship) 19 Feb 1946 which became part of the Training Establishment at Devonport (UK). He also served in Imperieuse 21 Jun 1946–26 Oct 1947 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and then Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class. Served in Forth (submarine depot ship) briefly 12 Dec 1947–29 Jan 1948 he then served in St Austell Bay (anti-aircraft frigate) based in Malta. During this period this ship mainly operated in the Aegean and Adriatic on patrols and guardship duties and often attempted to intercept ships carrying ‘illegal immigrants’ to Israel. He later served in St James (destroyer), advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class and served in Caistor Castle (corvette). Discharged 17 Apr 1954. Awarded the 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NGSM ‘Palestine 1945–48’ clasp. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 20 Feb 1956 as Engine Room Artificer 4th Class and advanced over the next two-days to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class. He served in Philomel and Black Prince and was drafted on 2 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. On RTNZ he served in Black Prince and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class 27 Jan 1959 and then in Lachlan. DEE 19 Feb 1962. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| JENNO, Ernest Harold | 12206 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Hounslow, Middlesex, UK, 25 May 1928. Employed as a labourer before he joined the RN. Currently no detail of his RN service is available. Entered the RNZN at Cook III (later Maori in London) as a Stoker Mechanic on 14 Jun 1948 on a three-year engagement. Drafted to HMS Lock Achanalt 19 Aug 1948 which became HMNZS Pukaki on Commissioning into the RNZN. He was a member of the crew who brought this ship to NZ to join the RNZN Fleet. On arrival in NZ he remained in Pukaki until a short break in Philomel 8 Jun–3 Jul 1950. He returned to Pukaki on 3 Jul 1950 and sailed from Auckland that same day together with Tutira for service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces Both ships were involved as guard ships for the landings at Inchon. Pukaki RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. Stoker Mechanic Jenno then served in Philomel for some six months and in Bellona very briefly while awaiting passage to the UK. DEE form Maori 9 Aug 1951. On discharge from the RNZN he returned to Feltham, Middlesex. Entitled to Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. It is not known if he received any of these awards. |
| JENSEN, John Wilbour (Jack) | 206113 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 05/07/2052 | Born Featherston 28 Aug 1922. Previous service in the army during latter part of WWII, with Service No 459950. He also served in the Ruahine Regt as a TF Private. Grocer's assistant from Featherston. Enlisted at Masterton. Had broken service in NZ. Embarked Auckland 20 Apr 1945 on HMT Chitral and disembarked Egypt 12 May 1945 from HMT 94. M/O Advanced Base and embarked Port Said 13 Oct 1945 for Italy. TSPD from NZ Infantry to NZASC 22 Oct 1945. Granted Extra Duties pay 1 Dec 1945. Embarked Naples 21 Feb 1946 for Japan and entered Japan 20 Mar 1946. He was in the 15th Reinforcements for Jayforce. While in Jayforce he served in the Supply Platoon 19 Coy NZASC. RTNZ and disembarked Wellington 8 Sep 1946. Discharged from 2 NZEF 21 Apr 1947. Employed as a grocer’s assistant at Braids Busy Business, Featherston. Attested 29 Aug 1950 KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru 4 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950 with 16 Fd Regt. His service record is almost bare, with only one entry for 1951. Admitted 25 ADS 26–29 Apr 1952 and was discharged and remained on an X(ii) List. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 13 May 1952 and was discharged 10 Jun 1954 but remained on the X(ii) List TSFD to the NZ Roll 20 Jun 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas and Teal flights via Guam and Sydney and deplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged from Kayforce 2 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Wairarapa Hospital, Masterton 8 Apr 2006 aged 82 years. |
| JENSEN, Peter (Pete) | 206112 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 04/02/2053 | Born Pahiatua 234 Sep 1924. Served in Air training Corps and Home Guard during the later stages of WWII. Served in BCOF, Japan. (633377, Private, Infantry Corps, A company 22 Battalion. Farmer from Konini, Dannevirke. Next-of-kin Mr A.P. Jensen, Post Office, Konini.) Awarded NZ Service Medal 1946–49 in 2001. Attested in KMB on 28 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Gunner on No.3 Gun, Charlie Troop, 162 Bty. Later Gun Sergeant, then Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class, Troop Sergeant Major. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. Emplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 4 Feb 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Took part in a small amount of boxing in Jayforce and Kayforce. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Apr 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living in Palmerston North in 2004. |
| JOHN, Timothy Daniel | 211051 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/05/2053 | 06/08/2053 | Born Hawera 9 Oct 1924. Labourer in Taumarunui. Attested 3 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC 28 Jan 1953. Emplaned Auckland 8.30am, 21 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney then flew by Qantas to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 May 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Jun 1953 and entered Korea 4 Jun 1953. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 22–25 Jun 1953 and was discharged direct to unit. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 30 Jun 1953, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp and remains on X(ii) List 10 Jul 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll (medical) 13 Jul 1953. Emplaned Japan 1Aug 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Aug 1953. Served overseas 78 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Sep 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1486 was returned to Base Records where it remains. Died Whanganui 31 Aug 1975 aged 50 years. |
| JOHNS, David Stewart | 31350 | Lieutenant | Attached 1 RTR | RNZAC | 20/05/2053 | 24/09/2053 | Born 20 Jun 1929. Attested at Trentham 4 Feb 1947 as a Cadet for Royal Military College Duntroon. M/I RMC Duntroon 30 Jan 1948. Commissioned 12 Dec 1950 as a Lieutenant in the RNZAC. Regular Force Officer, Formerly Adjutant 3 Armoured Regt. He was also involved in service during the Wharf Strike 1951. Seconded to Kayforce 24 Apr 1953. Emplaned Wellington 20 May 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Japan 23 May 1953. Entered Korea 4 Jun 1953 and was posted to 1st Royal Tank Regiment. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Sep 1953. Deplaned NZ 24 Sep 1953. SOS Kayforce 2 Oct 1953 and reposted to the Regular Force. Promoted Captain RNZAC 12 Dec 1956. Also attended one year at Army staff College, Camberley, 1 Jan 1960 and RTNZ 30 Jun 1961. Posted to Army Schools Aug 1961. Discharged at his own request 10 Feb 1967 having satisfactorily completed 20 years of service. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Christchurch 11 Dec 2021 aged 92 years. |
| JOHNS, Jack Henry | 208140 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 18/03/2053 | Born Wellington 29 Jan 1928. Bootmaker for PWD State Hydro Roxburgh. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Posted to RNZ Sigs in Burnham. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Flown from Darwin to Japan by Qantas or BCPA and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt (NZ Component) 13 Oct 1951 and entered Korea 15 Oct 1951. M/I to his unit 18 Oct 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 19 May 1952 and TSFD to X(ii) List. TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS then to Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 May 1952 and was discharged 9 Jul 1952 but remained on X(ii) List. Medically re-boarded and sent from NZ Base HQ to NZRTU 11 Oct 1952. M/O to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 3 Nov 1952. M/I to NZ Base HQ from 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and posted to NZ Roll 9 Feb 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 18 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 229 days. Discharged 13 May 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNS, John Lester Henry | 13578 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Christchurch on 12 Jan 1935. Was a school student before he entered the RNZN on 31 Dec 1950 as a Boy 2nd Class. Like several other who signed for entry on this date he was sent on leave without pay and was to report back to Tamaki on 25 Jan 1951. Drafted to Bellona as a Boy 1st Class on 8 Jan 1952 then served in Philomel 1 Jun 1952. Drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952 and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 bound for Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 12 Jul 1952. Hawea RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 and he then served in Philomel. Advanced to Able Seaman on 12 Sep 1953. He was discharged “Free” on 4 Aug 1954. Awarded Korea Medal (17 Jul 1953) and UN Korea Medal (9 Jul 1953). Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. From and list supplied by Ronald McMillan. |
| JOHNSON, Alister Russell | 817500 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 12/10/2054 | Born Leeston, Canterbury 10 May 1931. Labourer employed by the NZ Railways Dept. Serving TF soldier. Attested 6 Oct 1952 in the Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 24 Mar 1953. Had several problems adhering to military law and orders. Awarded 21 days detention. Committed to Canadian Detention Barracks 21 Sep 1953. Released 10 Oct 1953. Attached FAP 10 Fd Hygiene Section 4–14 Jul 1954. Committed further discipline errors. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 19–22 Aug 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll 11 Sep 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 9 Oct 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 12 Oct 1954. Served overseas one year 215 days. SOS Kayforce 10 Dec 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Christchurch 6 Jul 1984 aged 53 years. |
| JOHNSON, Allan Leslie | 815438 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Pukaki | RNZN | 23/07/2055 | 21/05/2056 | Born Christchurch 11 Aug 1932. Employed as a Labourer. He started his naval service by several days training in the RNZNVR as an Ordinary Seaman but was discharged 16 Sep 1951 to enter the RNZN on 17 Sep 1951 as a Stoker. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Bellona 18 Feb 1952–15 Jan 1953 advancing to Stoker Mechanic on 22 Nov 1952. He served in Philomel, Tui and Irirangi and was then drafted to Pukaki on 24 Feb 1955. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 23 Jul 1955 for service in Malayan and Korean waters. During his time in Pukaki he advanced to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. On RTNZ on 19 Jul 1956 he then served in Pegasus (a Reserve Unit) Philomel, Lachlan 11 Oct 1957–20 Jan 1959 and in Black Prince 21 Jan–8 Sep 1959. DEE 16 Sep 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| JOHNSON, Allan Morris (Charlie) | 783758 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 24/06/2053 | 13/01/2055 | Born Papanui, Christchurch 11 Oct 1931. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted 17 Nov 1952 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 24 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas via Port Moresby, Manila, Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 27 Jun 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Signal Reg. Signalman C Troop (Divisional Telephone Line Troop based at Div HQ). Fault control, lines and exchange. Served in Div Sigs at Cho-San. He thought American food good and plenty of it. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Jan 1955 on RNZAF Hastings for RTNZ deplaning Auckland 13 Jan 1955. Discharged 13 Mar 1955 and posted to TF unit where he served for a further 2 years 46 days. Living in Christchurch in 1996. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K). Died Taumarunui 31 Oct 1988 aged 57 years. |
| JOHNSON, Alma Toki | 203306 | Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 07/09/2052 | Born 17 Oct 1924. Previous service in BCOF, Japan. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and entered Japan 19 Aug 1946 as a Temporary Lance Corporal. (812744, Temporary Lance Corporal, Infantry Corps. Labourer from Kerikeri. Next-of-kin, Mrs L. Johnson (mother) Kerikeri.) attached FAP to Tokyo Bn and attended Brindiv Inf School at Matsuyuma. Promoted Corporal 1 Apr 1947. To be Temporary Lance Sergeant 5 Aug 1947 then to Temporary Sergeant 6 Mar 1948. RTNZ and disembarked Auckland 16 Aug 1948. On RTNZ employed as a carpenter trainee Rehab Dept, Kaikohe. Serving TF soldier. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. To be Corporal at Papakura 29 Aug 1950 and to be Temporary Sergeant Gun No.1 on 2 Nov 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as Sergeant on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Sergeant, Temporary Staff Sergeant while appointed Battery Quartermaster Sergeant 9 Jul 1951. Reverted to Sergeant then promoted Staff Sergeant 19 Dec 1951. To be Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while appointed Troop Sergeant Major 1 Feb 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 21 Aug 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 Sep 1952 for RTNZ by air deplaning Auckland 7 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 273 days. Discharged 6 Nov 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Taumarunui 31 Oct 1985 aged 61 years. |
| JOHNSON, Athol Chalmers | 1260 | Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/05/2053 | Born Ashburton 5 Aug 1917. Enlisted in the NZ Division of the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class on 2 May 1934 and followed the trade of telegraphist. Drafted to HMS Dunedin on 2 Sep 1935 as Ordinary Telegraphist and remained with that ship until drafted to HMS Achilles on 3 Nov 1936. Promoted Telegraphist 1 Feb 1937. Returned to HMS Philomel 15 Jun 1938 until 20 Mar 1940 when he went back to HMS Achilles. He therefore missed the Battle of the River Plate. Served in HMS Leander (which became HMNZS Leander in Sep 1941) from 16 Oct 1941 until 21 Jul 1942 during which time he was promoted Leading Telegraphist then to Acting Petty Officer Telegraphist. He then served in Cook, Tasman, Philomel, Venture and then back to Philomel in Feb 1946. His next postings included Irirangi, HMS Mercury (RN Signal Training School, UK) and then back to Philomel. He was drafted to Taupo on 11 Jan 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korean waters, returning to NZ on 21 May 1953. DEE 22 Jun 1955. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal. Died Rotorua, 31 Aug 1988. Later entitled to NZOSM. |
| JOHNSON, Barry John | 203543 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born Te Aroha 6 Mar 1928. Entered the RNZAF 15 Aug 1946 and served in Wigram, Mechanics Bay, Hobsonville, Whenuapai and Ohakea. Discharged 24 Jul 1949 as a Leading Aircraftman with a very good character reference. Electroplater in Onehunga, Auckland. Attested 31 Aug 1950 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to 16 Fd Regt at Waiouru 5 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Driver in 161 Bty. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy 31 Mar–5 Apr 1952. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the MZ Roll 11 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 8 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 26 Jun 1952. Died 7 Aug 1952 aged 24 years the result of motorcycle accident at Papakura. His name is one of several not listed in the Kayforce Discharge Cert Roll. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSON, Bryan John | 11218 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2053 | Born Napier 12 Oct 1930. Enlisted in the RNZN 11 Jul 1946 as Boy 2nd Class. After initial training in Tamaki his first sea service was in Bellona from 11 Sep 1947–23 Sep 1948 during which time he was promoted Ordinary Seaman on 12 Apr 1948. While in Tamaki he was promoted Able Seaman and was drafted to Hawea 14 May–15 Sep 1949; Tutira 16 Sep 1949–1 Feb 1950; Taupo 2–16 Apr Feb 1950. He was drafted to Hawea 17 Apr 1950. Hawea sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951 and remained with that ship until 23 Mar 1952 during which time this ship served in Korean waters. He was promoted Leading Seaman during this deployment. On RTNZ 8 Mar 1953 he was sent on course to HMAS Rushcutter for seven months and returned to Philomel on 6 Dec 1952. He was rated Acting Petty Officer for the period 23 Jan to 25 Aug 1953, reverted to Leading Seaman one day then resumed that rate of Acting Petty Officer (Local) for his remaining service on the patrol vessel P3551. DEE on 11 Oct 1954. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM. Returned to Napier. Living in Russell 2001. |
| JOHNSON, Donald Eric Owen | 335508 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/11/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Thames 27 Mar 1920. Labourer for R & W Hellaby, Otahuhu, Auckland, Attested 30 Jun 1953. Posted to RNZA while in Papakura. TOD to Muriwai for Field Exercise and served on Rangitoto Island dismantling War Dept property. Emplaned Auckland 3 Nov 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953. Entered Korea and M/I 16 Fd Regt 20 Nov 1953. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 14 Feb–7 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 17 days. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft deplaning Auckland (Flight 1) 20 Nov 1954. Served this tour one year 17 days. Discharged 5 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Freezing worker between service in Kayforce. Re-enlisted 3 Nov 1955 and was posted to RNZASC 1 Nov 1955. Re-emplaned Auckland 3 Dec 1955 on RMA Airliner (Teal) to Sydney. Deplaned and M/I Brit Com Sub Area, Tokyo 4 Dec 1955, M/I to NZ Base HQ the next day and M/I to 10 Tpt Coy 15 Dec 1955. Posted to NZ Tpt Pl 15 May 1956. Had several misdemeanours in 1956 which affected his promotion. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal, to Lance Corporal then reverted to Driver. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 18 Jan 1957 as 2I /C section. Finally promoted Corporal 25 Jun 1957. TSFD to NZ Roll 16 Jul 1957. Emplaned Iwakuni circa 7 Aug 1957 and deplaned Auckland 10 Aug 1957. Served overseas this second time one year 252 days. Discharged 29 Sep 1957. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Papakura 22 Apr 1976 aged 56 years. |
| JOHNSON, Edward Robert | 13215 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Wellington 23 Apr 1932. Was an assistant butcher before he enlisted in the RNZN on 19 Jan 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. Drafted to Bellona for his first sea service 26 Aug 1950–10 Jan 1951. Then served in Lachlan before returning briefly to Bellona. Drafted to Hawea 8 Jul 1952 and left for service in Korean waters on 4 Aug 1952. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. On RTNZ was drafted briefly to Philomel before once again serving in Lachlan 7 Dec 1953 to Jan 1956. Discharged to Shore, Engagement Expired 22 Apr 1956. Taken onto the books of HMNZS Olphert (Wellington’s RNZNVR division) and immediately discharged to the Inactive Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living at Ohope circa 2000. |
| JOHNSON, Errol Desmond | 206892 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 05/03/2054 | Born Shannon 27 Jan 1929. Farmhand at Pahiatua. Attested 15 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce replacement. Emplaned Wellington 26 Jul 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and deplaned Iwakuni, 30 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 10 Aug 1952 and M/I to his unit the same day. Served in BHQ 162 Bty. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb 1954 for compassionate RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 5 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 223 days. Discharged 4 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Whanganui 18 Nov 2007 aged 78 years. |
| JOHNSON, Frederick | 14023 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Napier 8 Nov 1935. Employed as a potential carpenter’s apprentice before he entered the RNZN on 17 Jan 1952 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 5 Jun 1952. Drafted to Black Prince 10 Jan 1953 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 8 May 1953 and to Able Seaman on 8 Aug 1954. Between 21 Sep 1954 and 8 Jan 1956 he had nine postings between Bellona and Philomel. Drafted to Kaniere 9 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korean waters with the British Far East Fleet. The task was to monitor the Armistice and stop any potential force movements from North Korea. Kaniere RTNZ 8 May 1957 but Able Seaman Fred Johnson remained in this ship until 5 Sep 1957. He later served in Pukaki, Philomel, Otago, Philomel, Royalist, Lachlan and Philomel where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 5 Feb 1962. Later served in Rotoiti and advanced to Leading Seaman and completed his service in Philomel. DEE 18 Feb 1967. Later awarded or entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R). |
| JOHNSON, Henry Hart | 208576 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born (at sea off) Wellington 3 Sep 1923. Another document states 5 Sep 1922. Blacksmith striker at State Coal Mine Dunollie, Westland. Lived in Runanga, Westland. Previous service in the Army. Enlisted as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 12 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled onto Korea by Qantas aircraft via New Guinea and Guam deplaning Iwakuni 16 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 21 Jul 1952. Attached FAP CATC Inchon for Arty course 28 Jun–20 Jul 1953. His course report states, “Has above average ability however he has shown a lack of responsibility, is inclined to take short cuts. On practical subjects he has a sound knowledge of the work of a gun NCO.” Had several misdemeanours which included AWOL (x4) and one 28 days detention and one 27 days detention in Canadian Detention Barracks and loss of pay. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 25 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ by air via Guam, Port Moresby, Sydney and arrived NZ 17 Apr 1954. Served overseas one year 280 days. Discharged 20 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Christchurch 7 Oct 1981 aged 58 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSON, Henry Herbert (Tim) | 203629 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 08/05/2052 | Born 22 Mar 1929. Came from Auckland. Enlisted in KMB in late Aug 1950, Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. Field Regiment Ammunition Number. Emplaned Iwakuni 4 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned from Teal flight ex Sydney at Auckland 8 May 1952. Discharged 26 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Returned to his brother’s home in Kingsland, Auckland. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Living Auckland circa 2006. Died Waipu, 3 Jul 2010. |
| JOHNSON, Kenneth Herbert | 514442 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/12/2052 | 22/06/2054 | Born Hamilton 29 Dec 1930. Farmer for Ibbison Bros, Hamilton. Attested 17 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Posted to RN 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 11 Dec 1952 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airlines. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 31 Dec 1952. Entered Korea 2 Jan 1953. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 10–31 May 1953. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 22–27 Jul 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier (Tp Artificer ) 14 Nov 1953 to Temporary Bombardier (Artificer ) 7 May 1954 and to Bombardier 27 May 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 27 May 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 22 Jun 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 194 days. SOS Kayforce 23 Aug 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tauranga Hospital 26 Apr 2021 aged 90 years. |
| JOHNSON, Leonard Clifton | 817507 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 28/09/2054 | Born 25 May 1931.Came from Spreydon, Christchurch. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ 4 Apr 1953 and attached FAP to attend JRBD Cooking Course. Went on course with six other New Zealanders including two from his own unit, Driver E.L. Crawford and Driver S. Lewis and four from 16 Fd Regt. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning at Harewood on 28 Sep 1954. Discharged 7 Jan 1955 and posted to a TF Unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Kaikoura, 29 May 2000 and was buried in the Kaikoura Cemetery, Kaikoura. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM) and KWSM. |
| JOHNSON, Leslie Edward | 815598 | Leading Cook (Seamen) | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Oamaru 21 Jan 1932. Employed as a factory worker before he entered the RNZN on 10 May 1951 as an Ordinary Seaman. His training commenced in Tamaki, but it was not long before he changed to Assistant Cook on 15 Aug 1951. Served in Philomel 16 Aug 1951–13 Jan 1952. Drafted to Bellona 14 Jan 1951–12 Jan 1953 and advanced to Cook (Seamen) on 20 Apr 1952. He served in Tamaki and was drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 which sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Malayan, Hong Kong and Korean waters with the British Far East Fleet. RTNZ 23 Jul 1955 and then served in Philomel 14 Nov 1955–3 Oct 1956. Advanced to Acting Leading Cook (Seamen) (Local) 10 May 1956. Drafted to Black Prince as Cook (Seamen) 4 Oct–25 Mar 1956 and advanced to Leading Cook (Seamen) 26 Oct 1956. Drafted on 26 Mar 1957 to Royalist which left Devonport on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. This was his second voyage to Korea. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in Royalist until drafted to Black Prince on 1 Dec 1958–24 Jul 1959. DEE 14 Aug 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| JOHNSON, Martin Bell (Marty) | 13118 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Otaki 18 Jan 1933. Was a scholar before he entered the RNZN on 8 Sep 1949 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 26 Jan 1950. Drafted to Bellona 15 Sep 1950–17 Jan 1951. Drafted to Taupo on 18 Jan 1951–25 Jan 1953. Taupo sailed from Auckland 29 Aug 1951 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. He was a member of the crew of four-inch gun. Travelled to Korean waters via Australia, Singapore and Japan. He advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 18 Nov 1960 and to Able Seaman 18 Oct 1951. RTNZ via Hong Kong arriving Auckland 21 Oct 1952. He later served in Philomel, HMAS Cerberus where he qualified Gun Layer 3rd Class on 17 Apr 1953 then served in Irirangi and seemed to move between that station and Philomel. He returned to HMAS Cerberus 23 Sep–24 Dec 1954 and qualified Gun Layer 2nd Class on 21 Dec 1954. Served in Philomel and was drafted to Hawea on 14 Jun 1955 but RUN on 27 Jan 1956. He was recovered and returned to Hawea on 11 Feb 1956. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Living at Napier in 2004. Medals offered for sale Collector Services, Christchurch Nov 2009 and again Jun 2013 and Jan 2017. Died Palmerston North 20 Jan 2019 aged 86 years. |
| JOHNSON, Oliver Andrew Donald | 206082 | Lieutenant | NZ Base HQ | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 18/12/2052 | Born Christchurch 27 May 1917. Meteorologist from Wellington. Served in NZ Artillery 1 Mar 1935–29 Jun 1940: 2 NZEF 21 Jun 1940–30 Jun 1942. Promoted 2nd Lieutenant on 1 Jul 1942, Lieutenant on 1 Jul 1943. 16 Jan 1944. TSFD and served in RNZAF 26 May 1944–46. Served in Lauthala Bay, Fiji and then Samoa. Awarded the Efficiency Medal. Applied for ED but this was not approved as time previously recognised for the Efficiency Medal could not be used for the ED. Appointed to Kayforce 29 Aug 1950 and assumes appointment of Orderly Officer NZ Base HQ. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. M/O to 16 Fd Regt 9–16 Apr 1951. On several TODs from NZ Base HQ. Served in NZ Det Kure and to Force Maint Area. Attached FAP Iwakuni Air Terminal 5–21 Jul 1952. Appointed 2i/c and promoted Temporary Captain while employed 2i/c NZRTU 22 Jul 1952 and relinquished the appointment 3 Dec 1952. TSFD to NZ Roll 19 Nov 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Dec 1952 and deplaned Auckland 18 Dec from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 9 days, SOS Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, 28 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Also served in 1 Fd Regt as a TF Officer. Died Auckland 12 May 1969 aged 52 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSON, Peter Ashley Hughes | 206786 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 09/06/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Pen-y-coed, South Wales, UK, 7 Jun 1927. Previous service in the British Merchant Navy (Service No R283884) for three years and the Royal Navy 1.5 years. Draughtsman for Lands & Survey Dept, Wellington. Attested as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Emplaned Auckland 9 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 11 Jun 1952. Entered Korea 20 Jun 1952 and posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 19 Apr–5 May 1953. Accidentally injured 26 Jul 1953 and admitted 26 Fd Amb, abrasions left elbow and both legs. Was one of the recipients of the 2nd US Divisional Certificates presented by Major General James Fry in Apr 1953. Did not adhere to Routine and Unit orders. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 17 Mar 1954. Served overseas one year 282 days. Discharged from Kayforce 23 May 1954. Next-of-kin Mrs D. Johnson (mother), Commonwealth Relations Office, Downing Street, London, England, UK. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Attested in TF in Jan 1959 and served in 51 Bty RNZA in Invercargill. Later shown as serving in ‘E’ Troop 163 Bty. Discharged on medical grounds 19 Dec 1959. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch NZ 8 Jul 1979 aged 50-1951 years. |
| JOHNSON, Reginald George | 203831 | Lance Bombardier | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 03/11/2052 | Born Gisborne 21 Oct 1927. Motor mechanic. Enlisted for service in the Interim Army from 16 Sep 1946 to 21 May 1947. Served in NZEME Workshop Papakura Camp. (Not RNZEME until after he left the Army). Vehicle mechanic employed by Arthur Bruce & Co, Auckland. Enlisted in Kayforce 30 Aug 1950. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 2 Nov 1950 but reverted to Gunner (at his own request) five days later. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt as Field Regiment Vehicle Mechanic attached to 161 Bty. Accidentally injured 7 Nov 1951 and was admitted 60 Indian Fd Amb 7–20 Nov 1951. Had problems adhering to military discipline. He committed a serious offence and sentenced to 120 days detention but sentence mitigated to 60 days. Released from Canadian Detention Barracks 22 Jul 1952. Admitted Swedish Hospital Pusan 15 Sep 1952 and was discharged to NZ Base Camp Hiro 13 Oct 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 30 Oct 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned NZ circa 5 Nov 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 1 Jan 1953. Died Whangarei, 18 Jun 1997 aged 70 years. Cremated Maunu Crematorium 21 Jun 1997. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSON, Thomas | 924162 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born the UK. NOK shown as his mother living in Manchester, UK. Serving TF soldier. Emplaned Evans Bay, Wellington 2 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by Qantas from Sydney to Iwakuni via Port Moresby and Manila. Posted to 16 Fd Regt. M/O from 16 Fd Regt to Pusan 9 Nov 1954 for embarkation. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey to deplane Wellington 22 Nov 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and NZGSM (K). |
| JOHNSON, William | 340932 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Awanui, near Kaitaia, 25 Dec 1929. Labourer for Auckland Farmers Fertilizer Works, Te Papa, Hamilton. Attested 15 Jun 1954 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 22 Sep 1954 as a Gunner on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 30 Sep 1954. M/I to his unit 2 Oct 1954. On several occasions did not adhere to Standing and Routine orders. M/O to NZ Base HQ 12 Mar 1956 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned 16 Apr 1956 on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| JOHNSTON, Alfred John | 208733 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 14/08/2052 | 31/03/2054 | Born Westport 1 Mar 1931. Employed as a bushman for Faulkner and Anderson, Greymouth. Attested 10 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while in Burnham camp. AWOL for seven days. Emplaned Auckland 14 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onto Japan via Darwin and Manila to deplane Iwakuni 17 Aug 1952. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement. AWOL again x3. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 15–20 Nov 1952. Discharged then re-admitted Brit Com General Hospital 1–8 Dec 1952. Further times AWOL 17 to 40 hours. Accumulated 41 days detention before entering Korea. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 3 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 9 Feb 1953 and entered Korea 10 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to 23 Coy RCASC 13 Feb 1953 for Ammunition Handling Course. M/I 10 Tpt Coy and CTBA 23 Coy RCASC 17 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 10 Feb 1954. AWOL again. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 31 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 230 days. SOS Kayforce 2 Jul 1954 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Christchurch 22 Sep 2007 aged 76 years. |
| JOHNSTON, Anthony Peter | 15549 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 3 Apr 1940. Entered the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 19 Jan 1956. He underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted as a Junior Seaman on 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 3 Oct 1957 and to Able Seaman on 3 Nov 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. Drafted to Black Prince on 23 Sep 1958 to Philomel 16 Mar 1959 and to Kaniere on 27 Aug 1959–7 Apr 1960. He served in Tamaki, Philomel and returned to Royalist on 13 Sep 1960–8 Jul 1961 advancing to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) on 7 Nov 1960. The next three years of his service were spent in Philomel, Tamaki and Royalist with one short spell in Pegasus (Reserve Unit). Advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 1 Dec 1962 and to Petty Officer on 1 Dec 1963. Later served in Taranaki and in Kahawai. He was disrated to Leading Seaman on 16 Nov 1970 but advanced again to Temporary Petty Officer on 15 Apr 1971. Awarded Joint Services Physical Education and Recreational Training Diploma 25 Apr 1971. Advanced to Petty Officer 17 May 1972 and to Chief Petty Officer 31 May 1973. His service continued in Tamaki, Philomel and advanced to Chief Petty Officer Physical Training Instructor on 25 Mar 1977. Served in Otago 18 Aug–12 Dec 1977. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| JOHNSTON, Bruce de Clifford | 208499 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 03/05/2052 | 19/02/2054 | Born Dunedin 12 Sep 1928. Came from Opoho, Dunedin. Agricultural Student, Dept of Agriculture Victoria, Australia. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Auckland 3 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni 6 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd Regt 10 May 1952. Served in 161 Bty. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 4 Nov 1953. Embarked 20 Jan 1954 on SS Taiping at Kobe for RTNZ via Hong Kong, Tarakan (in Borneo) to Sydney. Deplaned Wellington 19 Feb 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 293 days. Discharged from Kayforce 9 May 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSTON, David | 12464 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Pukaki 1 | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 02/12/2050 | Born Wellington 1 Feb 1931. Employed as a factory hand before he entered the RNZN on 30 Sep 1948 as an Ordinary Seaman. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki followed by further training in Philomel. Drafted to Tutira 3 Feb 1950 and advanced to Able Seaman 2 Mar 1950 and sailed for Korean waters on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces. TSFD to Pukaki 2 Jul 1950 and RTNZ 3 Dec 1950. From 23 Dec 1950 to 7 Jul 1952 he served in Philomel and Tamaki returning to Philomel where he was graded Gun Layer 3rd Class before drafting to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952. Sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 for further service in Korea with the UN Naval Forces. RTNZ 29 Aug 1953 and then served in Tamaki 2 Nov 1953–12 Jan 1955. DEE 31 Jan 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZO|SM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Was Living in Dallington, Christchurch about 1966. |
| JOHNSTON, Francis George | 203697 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 10/05/2052 | Born Hamilton 24 Aug 1928. Served in the ATC School Cadets. Driver for C.P. Gardner Ltd, Tirau. Attested in KMB during 9 Sep 1950, embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Photographed at a baseball stadium in Manila Dec 1950 while on the way to Japan. This photo was published in the Auckland Weekly News late 1950. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and served in 161 Bty from Pusan to north of Seoul. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Battle School at Hara Mura for PT Course 3 Nov–4 Dec 1951. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 24 Dec 1951 and discharged direct to unit 29 Dec 1951. Admitted CDS Tokyo 12 Feb 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp X(ii) List. Discharged to No.6 Convalescent Trg Depot 31 Mar 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 10 May 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 29 Jun 1952. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1501 was sent to an address in Matamata. His home address is given as C/- Post Office Tirau. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Auckland 1 Oct 1973 aged 45 years. Buried Hamilton Park Cemetery, Waikato. |
| JOHNSTON, Francis James | 208734 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/08/2052 | 02/04/2054 | Born Ohai, Southland 18 Oct 1929. Farmhand at Ohai. Attested 3 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA at Burnham. Emplaned Auckland 14 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney, Continued by civil air via Darwin, Manila and deplaned Iwakuni 17 Aug 1952. Remained in NZRTU. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hospital 17 Oct 1952 and was discharged 28 Oct back to NZRTU. TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 16 Jan 1953. Entered Korea 22 Jan and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl on 20 Jan 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 9 Feb 1954. Embarked SS Changti at Kobe, Japan 27 Feb 1954. deplaning Wellington 2 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 232 days. Discharged 1 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSTON, Francis Nigel Featherston | 11836 | Lieutenant Commander | HMNZS Hawea 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2051 | 08/03/2052 | Born Wellington on 28 Jun 1919. Son of the Hon. Sir Harold Featherston Johnston (1875–1959), Judge of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal of New Zealand and Margaret Sara Bell (1879–1946). Served in the Royal Navy 1937–46. 1 Sep 1937 Officer Cadet. Promoted Midshipman 1 Sep 1938. Served in Barnham (battleship in the Mediterranean) 1 Sep 1938–Aug 1939, then Manchester (cruiser) Sub-Lieutenant. 1 Jul 1941, Promoted Lieutenant. 1 Jul 1941. Served in Rhyl (minesweeper) 16 Sep 1940–Feb 1941. Served in Ashanti 8 Jul 1941–Dec 1941 and was involved in Home Fleet duties and was involved in the Lofoten Islands Commando attack in Dec 1941. Served in Wishart (destroyer) in 1943. Wishart was mainly stationed at Gibraltar during WWII and was engaged in convoy defence and served in various naval operations in the Mediterranean Sea including Operation Husky the Allied invasion of Sicily. His WWII medal may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Italy Star and War Medal. RTNZ in 1946 on Compassionate Leave and TSFD to the RNZN in Mar 1947. Served in Philomel, Kiwi and served in Philomel II (the Navy Office in Wellington) in 1950. Commanded Hawea 1951–52. Sailed from Auckland 2 Mar 1951. Served mainly in west coast Korean waters. RTNZ on 8 Mar 1952 via Kure, Hong Kong, Borneo and Brisbane. Awarded Distinguished Service Cross, 3rd Supplement to London Gazette, of 30 Sep 1952 dated 3 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Awarded US Legion of Merit. “The Queen has been graciously pleased to give unrestricted permission for the wearing of the following decoration bestowed by the President of the United States of America for distinguished services during the operations in Korea, Legion of Merit Degree of Legionnaire.” London Gazette, 26 Apr 1955 p.2418. Sent to Britain and held on Maori 17 Jun 1952. Appointed Staff Officer (Operations) on 17 Nov 1952 on staff of Commander-in-Chief, Portsmouth (HMS Victory) to May 1953. Promoted Commander on 31 Dec 1953. Attended Joint Services Staff College in 1954. Appointed Jan 1955 to Jan 1957 to be CO Wakefield (Navy Office Wellington) Appointed Executive Officer to Royalist in 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 for service in Malaysia and Korea. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM, PJM and KWSM. Later Captain Died Nuhaka, Hawkes Bay, 17 Sep 2001 aged 82 years. Cremated and his ashes spread at sea. |
| JOHNSTON, Frederick Alexander Ross | 12534 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Dunedin 15 May 1932. Employed as a message boy before he entered the RNZN on 11 Nov 1948 in the 15th Class of Boys as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent initial training in Tamaki followed by drafting to Bellona on 15 Sep 1949. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 15 May 1950. Served in Hawea, HMAS Rushcutter and Philomel before he was drafted to Rotoiti on 2 Dec 1951. Advanced to Able Seaman on 15 Aug 1951. Sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 and travelled to Korean waters via Fiji. Returned via Hong Kong and Sydney. On RTNZ on 19 Mar 1953 he returned to Philomel briefly and then went to HMAS Ruschcutter 30 Jul–10 Dec 1953 and was graded Under-surface Warfare 3rd Class then Under-surface Warfare 2nd Class for underwater skills. He later served in Philomel, Hawea Bellona and Black Prince where he advanced to Acting Leading Seaman (Local) but then returned to Able Seaman. DEE 14 May 1956. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later Lieutenant Commander (Honorary) living at Carterton 2004. Died peacefully at Wairarapa Hospital, Masterton 13 Jul 2016, aged 84 years. |
| JOHNSTON, George Andrew | 11617 | Cook | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Waipawa on 28 Mar 1929. Clerical cadet for NZ Railways at Waipawa before joining RNZN on 9 Oct 1947 and was granted the rate of Assistant Cook. After initial training his first sea service was in Bellona from 30 Mar 1948 to 19 Mar 1950. He served in Kaniere 30 Jan to 19 Jun 1951. The next two years were spent on shore stations in Tamaki and Philomel. On 8 Jul 1952 he was drafted to Hawea and sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve in Korean waters. He RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 and left the ship the next day. DEE 15 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSTON, James | 208735 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 24/04/2054 | Born Glasgow 9 Jun 1927. Grocer from Nelson. Kayforce replacement. Emplaned 23 Aug 1952 on Teal flight from Wellington to Sydney, Australia, then Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and Japan and landed at Iwakuni on 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted CDS Tokyo 16 May 1953. Discharged from Brit Com Convalescent Trg Depot to NZ Base HQ 24 Aug 1953. Went AWOL 29 Nov 1953 in Hiro, Japan, after 22 days was posted as a deserter. Was apprehended in Stranraer, Scotland 13 Mar 1954. Brought back from the UK to NZ on RNZAF Sunderland arriving 24 Apr 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Apr 1955. Died Hamilton 2 Feb 1967. Medal entitlement not known. |
| JOHNSTON, Leonard Alexander | 514855 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Dunedin 27 Oct 1930. Employed as a carpenter before entered the RNZN at Morrinsville on 28 Jan 1954 as a Stoker. He underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel and was drafted to Bellona on 1 Jul 1954. Drafted to Black Prince 20 Sep 1954 and advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 28 Oct 1954 and to Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 19 Mar 1955. Drafted to Kaniere on 5 Jan 1956 and sailed from Auckland on 1 Apr 1956 for service in Korean waters with the British Far East Fleet. The task was to monitor the Armistice and stop any potential force movements from North Korea. Kaniere RTNZ on 8 May 1957 but he remained in the ship until 4 Dec 1958. Later served in Philomel and then returned to Black Prince 17 Jan 1958. Advanced to Acting Leading Mechanician (Engineering) 7 Jun 1958. Drafted to Royalist 29 Sep 1958 but was disrated 23 Mar 1959. Was held in HMS Terror (Singapore) 24 Mar–12 Apr 1959 and then RTNZ and Philomel. Discharged BNPS on 13 Aug 1959 together with 30 days invaliding leave. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| JOHNSTON, Peter John | 206893 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 11/08/2052 | 25/05/2054 | Born Christchurch 19 Feb 1927. Claimed service in the US Airforce for two years. Also served in the interim Army and Jayforce 2nd relief and was discharged 9 Jun 1947 without going to Japan. Panel beater at Leslie’s Motors, Wellington. Attested 12 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 11 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and travelled by civil air via Port Moresby and Guam to deplane Iwakuni 13 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 19 Aug 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 18 Sep 1953 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged 23 Sep 1953 but remained on X(ii) List. Re-admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 30 Sep 1953. Discharge date unknown. Emplaned Iwakuni 22 May for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Sydney. Completed the journey to NZ deplaning 25 May 1954. Served overseas one year 289 days. Discharged 28 Jul 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Later lived in St Kilda, Melbourne and Rose Bay, Sydney. Died Sydney, NSW Australia 10 Jun 1970. |
| JOHNSTON, Raymond Carter | 206245 | Lance Corporal | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 10/12/2050 | 22/04/2055 | Born Newcastle-on-Tyne, Northeast England, UK, UK, 10 Nov 1919. Previous service in 2 NZEF during WWII and in Jayforce with Service No 242636. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946 on HMT Chitral and entered Japan 19 Aug 1946. Served as a motor mechanic in 22 Bn. Later Posted to 2 NZ Bn. Highest rank attained Corporal. Motor Mechanic at Karori, Wellington. Attested in KMB during 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 2 Jun 1952. RTNZ 6 Jun 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Re-embarked with Expansion Force for return to Korea on 2 Aug 1952. Warrant Officer 1st Class by 20 Apr 1953 when discharged from Brit Com Gen Hospital. M/I to NZRTU from NZ Base HQ 11 May 1953. RTNZ 28 Oct 1953. Also awarded ERII Coronation Medal (Supplement to NZ Gazette dated 2 Jul 1953). Re-embarked for the fourth time for Korea 23 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Apr 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney returning to NZ for medical reasons on 22 Apr 1955. At all times he was based in 10 Tpt Coy as a Mechanic or Machinist from Temporary Lance Corporal to Warrant Officer 1st Class. Served in Korea a total of three years 270 days. Discharged from Kayforce 5 Mar 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. On RTNZ he was posted to CMD Trg Depot Waiouru and reverted to Sergeant. Died Pinehaven Upper Hutt 22 Dec 1985 aged 66 years. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSTON, Raymond William (Waka) | 300106 | Lance Corporal | Attached 5 RTR, A Sqn | RNZAC | 18/11/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born Te Kopuru, Dargaville 29 Dec 1931. Enlisted as a Regular Force soldier 4 Oct 1950. Emplaned Wellington 18 Nov 1953 on Teal aircraft to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air to deplane Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Several former RNZAC personnel were given the opportunity to serve with British armoured units. Was attached for most of his service in Korea with A Sqn, 5 Royal Tank Regt, as crewman on Centurion Mk III tanks. UN Medal for Korea only. Emplaned Iwakuni 19 Dec 1954 on RNZAF Hastings and deplaned Auckland 21 Dec 1954. SOS Kayforce 4 Feb 1955 and re-posted to Regular Force. Later Warrant Officer 1st Class Regimental Sergeant Major Fort Dorset. Also LS&GC Medal (Military), MSM. Retired from the Army 30 Mar 1982. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. See Service Lives Remembered by Howard E Chamberlain. Died Christchurch 31 Mar 2021 in his 90th year. |
| JOHNSTON, Richard Barry | 13225 | Boy 1st Class | HMNZS Taupo | RNZN | 29/08/2051 | 21/10/2052 | Born Rotorua on 15 Dec 1933. Was employed as a furrier before he entered the RNZN 2 Feb 1950 as Boy 2nd Class and underwent initial training in Tamaki. Initial sea service in Bellona as Boy 1st Class from 19 Jan 1951. His posting card is marked RUN on 26 May 1951 but he was recovered on 4 Jul 1951 and returned to Bellona. Drafted to Taupo on 29 Jul 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 29 Aug 1951 to serve in Korean waters with the UN Naval Forces. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman and then to Able Seaman on 15 Jul 1952. RTNZ on 21 Oct 1952 and was drafted to Irirangi a communications station in the centre of the North Island. Able Seaman Johnston was sent to HMAS Watson for further training 30 Jul–14 Oct 1953 and then returned to Philomel. He then served in Kiwi, Black Prince and Lachlan. DEE 14 Dec 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Died Wellington, 12 Jan 2006 in his 73rd year. |
| JOHNSTON, Stanley William John | 208736 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 23/08/2052 | 09/06/2054 | Born 20 Aug 1927. Came from Dunedin. Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Wellington 23 Aug 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney, then flew by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. M/I NZ Reinforcement Training Unit on deplanement. Travelled by ship from Sasebo to Korea. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned NZ 9 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NSM and KWSM. Discharged Kayforce 26 Aug 1954. Died Dunedin on 13 Feb 2019 aged about 87 years. |
| JOHNSTON, Walter James | 208298 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 04/03/2053 | Born Westport 9 Jan 1928. Freezing worker, Ocean Beach Freezing Works, Bluff. Attested 14 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. (For further detail on Wahine voyage see Introduction.) Flown from Darwin by Qantas or BCPA aircraft to deplane Iwakuni 20 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 24 Aug 1951 for the sea journey to Pusan. Posted to Div HQ Transport Platoon 28 Aug 1951. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 4 Mar 1953. Served overseas one year 116 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSTON, William Harold (Scupper) | 623 | Chief Petty Officer | HMNZS Tutira | RNZN | 03/07/2050 | 30/05/2051 | Born Auckland 17 Sep 1908. An assistant storeman before he enlisted in the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy on 24 Apr 1924 as a Boy 2nd Class. He served in HMS Philomel which by 1924 had become a base ship. He then served in Diomede, a Danae-class cruiser which had been sent to the New Zealand station in 1925. In 1928 he was serving in the UK in Vernon then went to sea again in the battle-cruiser Renown. Other ships in which he served included Nelson, Dunedin and Achilles. He was promoted Acting Petty Officer on 15 Dec 1935. His wartime service included service in HMS Achilles on the second posting to this ship from 17 Sep 1938 to 19 Dec 1940 during which time he was promoted Chief Petty Officer and served at the Battle of the River Plate in Dec 1939. He served in Leander 5 Aug 1943–16 Jan 1944 and then served in Achilles 17 Jan 1944–11 Sep 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star (‘Burma’ clasp), War Medal, NZ War Service Medal and Naval LS&GC Medal (17 Sep 1941). Remnants of his service record are very poor and difficult to read. Awarded British Empire Medal in 1949. Drafted to Tutira 20 Mar 1950 and sailed from Auckland 3 Jul 1950 and served in Korean waters. He RTNZ on 30 May 1951. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His final sea service was in Bellona 1 from 13 Aug 1951 to 13 Aug 1953. He was discharged 16 Sep 1953 after his RTNZ and killed when his motorcycle got out of control and hit a power pole at the intersection of Calliope and Kiwi Roads, Devonport, Auckland, on 25 Dec 1953. Awarded NZOSM and KWSM and entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| JOHNSTONE, Alan Leslie | 206051 | Lance Bombardier | NZ Base HQ Pay & Records Sec | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 06/09/2052 | Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Disembarked Pusan 31 Dec 1950. Posted to NZ Base HQ and served in Korea 31 Dec 1950–3 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Sep 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 6 Sep 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 268 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 4 Nov 1952. Joined Regular Force. Served in Gurr's and Poananga's Battalions 1965–67. RTNZ 27 Jan 1967. Awarded GSM 1962 clasp ‘Borneo’. RTNZ ETA Whenuapai 27 Jan 1967. Later Staff Sergeant. Discharged from Regular Force 3 Mar 1967. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (M), NZDSM and KWSM. Died Palmerston North, 3 Oct 1994 aged 65 years. Buried in Kelvin Grove Cemetery. |
| JOHNSTONE, Kenneth Edwin | 13657 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Wellington 31 May 1933. Enlisted as a Probationary Writer 31 May 1951 but soon changed to Stoker. Drafted to Rotoiti 23 Nov 1951 and departed with that ship to Korean waters on 7 Jan 1952. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic on 5 Mar 1953. Also served in HMS BELFAST (a British cruiser) from 24 Jul–28 Aug 1952 re-joining Rotoiti. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 5 Mar 1953. On RTNZ he was next drafted to Bellona still as Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic. On 5 Mar 1954 he advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic. Drafted to Hawea on 26 Jan 1955 and was advance to Leading Engineering Mechanic on 15 Apr 1955 in Philomel. He again served in Bellona and on 1 Mar 1956 advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic (PO EM). Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic Johnstone was part of the crew that took the Bellona back to the UK in 1956 and RTNZ with Royalist being involved in the Suez affair. His final seagoing service was in Kaniere from 8 Nov 1957 to 4 Feb 1959. During this time he was involved with the salvage of the MV Port Waikato in Aug 1959. DEE 30 May 1959. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JOHNSTONE, Richard (Dick) | 211002 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 28/01/2053 | 06/07/2054 | Born Morwell, SE Victoria, Australia 14 Jun 1929. Next-of-kin Mrs D.V. Johnston (mother), Camberwell, Victoria, Australia Employed at the Lepperton Co-Op Dairy Coy, near New Plymouth. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. His training for Korea was conducted in Waiouru and Burnham Camps. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jan 1953 and deplaned Iwakuni 31 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Mar 1953, entered Korea 19 Mar 1954 and M/I to 16 Fd Regt the same day. M/O 16 Fd Regt attached FAP CATC Inchon 14–29 Jun 1953 for training course and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 10 Oct 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP CATC Inchon for more training courses 29 Nov–21 Dec 1954 and again returned to 16 Fd Regt at end of course. M/O to CATC Inchon 27 Dec 1953–16 Jan 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Promoted Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 11 Feb 1954 and to Bombardier, Temporary Sergeant 4 May 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to X(v) List (Instructor) 15 Jun 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 19 Jun 1954. Promoted Sergeant 15 Jun 1954. Granted a further three-months extension to service dating from 31 Jul 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ as an Instructor 3 Jul 1954 and deplaned Harewood 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. To report direct to Waiouru Camp where he was employed as an instructor for RNZA replacements. Served overseas one year 160 days. Discharged 15 Nov 1954. Taranaki NZKVA Branch President 2004. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died New Plymouth, 20 Jul 2007 aged 78 years. |
| JONES, Albert | 11219 | Sail Maker | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Morrinsville 12 Mar 1931. He was a schoolboy and entered the RNZN on 11 Jul 1946 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 13 Feb 1947. Drafted to Bellona 7 May 1947–2 Feb 1949. Drafted to Taupo 3 Feb 1949 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman 12 Mar 1949. Advanced to Able Seaman 12 Sep 1949. He next served in Philomel 18 Jan–30 Nov 1951. Drafted to Rotoiti on 1 Dec 1951 and sailed from Auckland on the second deployment of the ship to Korean waters to serve with the UN Naval Forces. He changed his trade to become a Sailmakers Mate on 1 Jan 1953 while in Korea. On RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 he remained in Rotoiti when the ship became part of the Reserve Fleet. Drafted to Bellona also in the Reserve Fleet 9 Sep 1953–3 Mar 1955. DEE 11 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Kore Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. Died Morrinsville, 27 Feb 2006 in his 75th year. |
| JONES, Alfred Lloyd | 12905 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Auckland 20 Mar 1931. Farmhand before he enlisted in RNZN 3 Feb 1949 and was granted the rate of Ordinary Seaman. Served in Bellona, Tutira and Hawea and had attended courses at HMAS Watson before he was drafted to Kaniere on 2 Feb 1952. Sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 on the first deployment of ship to Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954. Served again in Bellona and then in P3551 before his time was completed. DEE 19 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died New Plymouth, 4 Jun 2003 aged 72 years. It is not known if he applied for or received the NZOSM, NZDSM or the KWSM. |
| JONES, Brian Ralph | 208577 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 05/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Havelock, Marlborough, 14 Mar 1928. Bridge builder’s labourer at Richmond, Nelson. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA while training in Burnham Camp. Emplaned Wellington 5 Jul 1952 on Teal flying boat flight for Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air via New Guinea and Guam. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 14 Jul 1952 and M/I 16 Fd Regt the same day. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Feb and to Lance Bombardier 6 May 1953. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 15 Jun and to Bombardier 2 Aug 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ 9 Aug 1953 and TSFD to the X(ii) List. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 24 Aug 1953. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ 3 Oct 1953 and remains on X(ii) List. M/O to NZRTU 20 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 15 Nov 1953 and M/I to this unit 20 Nov 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 21 Mar 1954 and M/I 24 Mar 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 10 Apr 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 17 Apr 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 287 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1511 was sent on 16 Apr 1957 to his given address in Picton. Attested 6 Jul 1962 as a Gunner in the RF. Served in 16 Fd Regt. M/O to 2 NZ Regt Burnham 11 Mar 1963. Emplaned Harewood 1 Nov 1964 on service aircraft for Singapore. Deplaned and taken on strength 1 NZ Regt 2 Nov 1963 and M/I to Terendak Camp 5 Nov 1963. M/O 1 RNZIR ex Border Operations 16 May 1964. To be Sub Bombardier 5 Mar 1964. Admitted Mil Hosp Terendak 28 May and TSFD to BMH Singapore 9 Jul 1964. Emplaned Singapore 8.34am 14 Jul 1964 for casevac to NZ. Deplaned Whenuapai 3.45pm 17 Jul 1954. Later served in 16 Fd Regt, 10 Coast Cadre and was Barack Warden Fort Dorset 31 Jul 1967. Discharged 16 Apr 1958 engagement expired. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to GSM 1952 (Malay Peninsula), NZGSM (M) and NZDSM. Died Upper Hutt, 20 Nov 1995 aged 76 years. |
| JONES, Brice William | 11669 | Ordinary Signalman | HMNZS Rotoiti 1 | RNZN | 07/10/2050 | 21/11/2051 | Born Fielding 16 Mar 1931. He enlisted in RNZN 6 Nov 1947 as a Boy 2nd Class. Underwent basic training in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 25 Mar 1948 and to Signalman Boy 25 May 1948. Like many of his era his first sea service was in Bellona as a Signalman Boy 31 May 1949. Advanced to Ordinary Signalman 10 Nov 1949. He served in Philomel and was drafted to Rotoiti circa 5 Oct 1950. Rotoiti 1 sailed from Auckland 7 Oct 1950 for service with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. Served mainly on the west coast of Korea on patrols and escort duties. A small group of Rotoiti crewmen were also involved on an assault on observation post and suspected machine gun post in Chinnampo estuary. Trained with 41st Independent Royal Marine Command in Kure, Japan and took part in two landings from Rotoiti. With Lieutenant Webber's party and was sent down to the beach to link up with the radioman for gunfire support from the ship. HMNZS Rotoiti was involved with the pirate incident (Nationalist Chinese) on SS Hupeh. Also served on Hawea which left NZ 4 Aug 1952 and returned on 29 Aug 1953. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal and KWSM. Later served in the Army from 1961–75 in RNZ Sigs. Served in Malaya and returned to NZ on RNZAF Flight NSH 22 ETD Changi 15 Sep 1963 ETA Whenuapai 17 Sep 1963. Posted to 4 Bde Sigs Sqn, Papakura Camp. Discharged as Staff Sergeant from 1 Sigs Sqn, Papakura, 1 Nov 1975. Later awarded NZGSM (M) and NZDSM. |
| JONES, Britton Harry | 802224 | Driver | ? | RNZASC | 26/07/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Emplaned 26 Jul 1954 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney and continued from there to Japan by Qantas deplaning Iwakuni 31 Jul 1954. Was one of a handful of Kayforce personnel who married young Japanese women while in theatre (his bride Miss Sachiko Oshita). Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned from RNZAF Hastings at Auckland 6 Apr 1956. Discharged from Kayforce 12 Jun 1956 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1512 was sent on 16 Apr 1957 to an address in Wellington. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Lower Hutt 5 Oct 2013 aged 80 years. |
| JONES, Cleve Edward | 802403 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/10/2054 | 06/04/2056 | Born Greymouth 11 Jan 1931. Completed 13 Weeks in CMT. Enlisted in Kayforce 17th Reinforcements, emplaned Auckland 12 Oct 1954 for travel to Japan by RNZAF Hastings via Townsville, Manus Island, Guam, Iwo Jima, to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Oct 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 20 Oct 1954 and entered Korea the next day. Admitted Brit Com Fd Hosp 10 Jan 1955, TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp 27 Jan 1955 and discharged to NZ Base HQ 22 Mar 1955. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 7 May 1955. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 10–13 Oct 1955. Granted 10 days R&R leave 26 Sep–3 Oct 1955 and returned to his unit. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 24–29 Feb 1956. M/O to NZ Base HW and TSFD to the NZ Roll 12 Mar 1956. Embarked 22 Mar 1956 on HMT New Australia at Kure, Japan for return to Sydney. Completed journey from Sydney to NZ and deplaned Auckland 6 Apr 1956 from RNZAF Hastings. Served overseas one year 178 days. Discharged 31 May 1956 and posted to TF unit. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1512 was sent on 16 Apr 1957 to an address in Wellington. Attested in the Regular Force 2 Jun 1959 for service in Malaya. Embarked 6 Nov 1959 on TSS Captain Cook and disembarked Penang 25 Nov 1959. M/I to Camp at Taiping. RTNZ by air and deplaned Whenuapai 19 Nov 1961. Served and completed his engagement in 2 NZ Regt, Burnham Camp. TSFD to the RF Reserve 16 Jun 1962. Awarded the GSM 1918 (M). Died Haast 27 Jun 1970 aged 39 years. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| JONES, Craig Anderson | 818183 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Cashmere, Christchurch 21 Jun 1931. Serving TF soldier. Self-employed Speedway driver. Attested 30 Oct 1953 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Mar and entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Attached FAP HQ RASC to attend an NCO Course 7–27 Jun 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ for two days then returned to his unit. Attached FAP 5 US Air Force Station Suwon 26 Aug–1 Sep 1953. He was attached several times for different duties and each time returned to 10 Tpt Coy. once to 16 Fd Regt for an officers’ selection board. M/O to NZ Base HQ 2 Feb 1954 for RTNZ to attend OCTU in NZ 2 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 1 Mar and deplaned Wellington 3 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Reported to Army School, Waiouru 11 Mar 1954. Did not wish to attend OCTU and M/O to CMD Trg Depot. To be returned to Korea on the first available flight. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 and deplaned Japan 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and re-entered Korea 28 Jun 1954. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 23 Aug 1954 and to Sergeant 20 Oct 1954. M/O to Pusan for embarkation 9 Nov 1954 and embarked 10 Nov on HMT New Australia for RTNZ. Completed RTN deplaning Harewood 20 Nov 1954 from RNZAF Hastings (flight 2). Served overseas one year 207 days. Discharged from Kayforce 17 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Christchurch 1 Apr 2019 aged 88 years. |
| JONES, Geoffrey Wynne | 30555 | Captain | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZAMC | 28/06/2052 | 15/01/2053 | Born in Taranaki on 28 Jan 1925. Medical Practitioner (Doctor, M.B., Ch.B). Kayforce Replacement seconded from the RF 9 Jun 1952. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sidney. Completed the journey to Japan by civil airline deplaning Iwakuni, Japan 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 16 Fd 10 Jul 1952. Appointed RMO 16 Fd Regt 17 Jul 1952 and promoted Temporary Captain while employed as RMO 18 Jul 1952. Attached FAP NZ base HQ 9 Nov 1952. Relinquishes appointment of RMO 7 Jan 1953. TSFD to NZ Roll 7 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 12 Jan 1953 for RTNZ and reposting. Deplaned Auckland 15 Jan 1953. SOS of Kayforce and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List 26 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOSM and KWSM. Living in Hamilton circa 2002. Changed his surname to Wynne-Jones. Died Hamilton 24 Oct 2019 aged 94 years. |
| JONES, Ivor Raymond | 208218 | 2nd Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 19/09/2051 | 01/04/2053 | Born Blackdown, Surrey, UK, 9 Oct 1927. Previous service in the British Army and served in the Royal Horse Guards two years 10 months. Labourer for PWD, Lake Tekapo. Attested in Kayforce 12 Jun 1951. At Trentham attending OCTU selection and then in School of Artillery, Waiouru to attend the course 20 Jul–6 Sep 1951. Graduated from Kayforce OCTU, 6 Sep 1951 as 2nd Lieutenant. Emplaned Wellington 19 Sep 1951 on Teal flying boat to Sydney. Part of Expansion Force but did not travel on the Wahine. Deplaned Iwakuni 23 Sep 1951. Entered Korea 5 Nov 1951. Attached FAP to HQ NZ 5–14 Nov 1951. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Nov 1951. Temporary Lieutenant while employed as Troop Leader, 6 Sep 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Mar 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 1 Apr 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Discharged 26 May 1953. Re-enlisted in Kayforce 1 Apr 1954 and re-emplaned Auckland 2 Jun 1954 for Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Jun 1954 posted to 16 Fd Regt 12 Jun 1954, entered Korea 12 Jun and M/I to his unit. Posted to Brit Com Salvage Disposals Unit 25 Oct 1954. Temporary Captain while employed as Adjutant, Disposals Organisation, 8 Nov 1954. Promoted Captain, 8 Feb 1955. Granted furth 12 months service in Kore dating from 5 Dec 1955. M/O to NZ Component BCFK from Brit Com Disposals Unit and appointed Paymaster 1 Jul 1956. TSFD to NZ Roll. RTNZ and deplaned Auckland from RNZAF Hastings 29 Dec 1956. SOS Kayforce 15 Apr 1957 and posted to Reserve of Officers, General List in the rank of Captain 15 Apr 1957. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| JONES, Jack Alexander | 207098 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/05/2052 | Born Invercargill 30 Jul 1927. His name is shown in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.14 p.50 (1944–45) as John Alexander JONES (616230, Private, Infantry Reinforcements. Farm Hand from Gummies Bush R.D. Riverton. Next-of-kin Mrs E.V. Jones (mother) Gummies Bush, Riverton.) He sailed from NZ between 1 Apr and 31 Dec 1944 and served in Italy and possibly in BCOF Japan and returned to NZ in 1946. Enlisted in KMB on 29 Aug 1950, embarked 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde at Wellington and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manila. Entered Korea at Pusan on 31 Dec 1950 and was posted to 163 Bty 16 Fd Regt, RNZA. Emplaned (RTNZ Roll No.66) Iwakuni 26 May 1951 for travel to Sydney and completed RTNZ on 30 May 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jul 1952 and returned to Riverton. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1541 was sent 16 Apr 1957 to an address in Invercargill. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JONES, James Patrick | 920985 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 02/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Greymouth 28 Sep 1931. Painter for H.E. Shacklock Ltd, Dunedin. CMT Trainee then served as Sapper in 3 Fd Sqn, RNZE as a TF soldier. Attested in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 2 Dec 1953 on Teal flight from Evans Bay to Sydney and continued by Qantas to Iwakuni via Port Moresby and Manila. Deplaned Japan 5 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 17 Dec 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ 25–30 Mar 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. M/O to Pusan 9 Nov 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ via Sydney. Completed journey by air from Sydney to deplaned from RMA Arahia (Douglas DC6–Flight 5) Harewood 22 Nov 1954. Served overseas 356 days. Discharged from Kayforce 4 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1515 was sent on 16 Apr 1957 to an address in Dunedin. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and entitled to NZDSM. |
| JONES, John David | 204649 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 12/08/2053 | 23/03/2055 | Born Llangollen, Wales, UK, 16 Jul 1928. His NOK was Mrs Susan Jones, 3 Maes-y-Wern, Dolywern, Pontfadog, Wales. Labourer at Hellaby’s Ltd, Westfield, Auckland. Attested in Kayforce 21 Apr 1953. Posted to RNZASC in Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 12 Aug 1953 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 15 Aug 1953. Posted to Div HQ Tpt Pl 24 Sep 1953 and entered Korea the next day. M/I to Div HQ Tpt Pl 29 Sep 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1955 for RTNZ by air via Manila, Darwin and Sydney. Deplaned Auckland 23 Mar 1955. Served overseas one year 224 days. Discharged 24 May 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| JONES, John Walter | 206419 | Driver | NZ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 14/06/2051 | 19/02/2053 | Born Palmerston North 3 Jan 1925. Bulldozer driver employed by Ministry of Works Waiouru. Attested 3 Jan 1951 in Kayforce 2nd Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland (1st Flight) 14 Jun 1951 by Teal flight to Sydney then by MV Tai Yuan via Brisbane, Rabaul, Hong Kong to Japan disembarking at Kure 29 Jul 1951 and thence onto Korea. Disembarked Korea 16 Aug 1951 and was posted to NZ Tpt Pl. Several indiscretions resulted in loss of pay and time and resulted in detention in 25 Canadian Detention Barracks for 17 days. Granted four days remission for good behaviour. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 19 Jan 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 19 Feb 1953. Served overseas one year 252 days. Discharged 22 Apr 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Died Auckland, 4 Sep 1965 aged 40 years. Later awarded NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JONES, John Wyber | 1208 | Cook | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Milton 18 Aug 1917. Scholar before joining the NZ Division of the RN on 17 May 1933 as a Boy 2nd Class. Drafted to HMS Dunedin as Boy 1st Class on 18 Mar 1934 he served in Diomede 18 Jan–29 Apr 1935. He then returned to Dunedin 30 Apr 1935 and advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 18 May 1935 and to Able Seaman on 17 Nov 1936. He then served in Leander, Philomel, HMAS Cerberus, Leander and Achilles 20 Oct 1938–27 Jan 1939 and sailed to Britain in her. He served in Victory, Pembroke and advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 22 Mar 1939. He returned to Philomel on 1 Apr 1940 and was drafted to HMS Achilles on 7 Jun 1940. He was in her when she was tasked with hunting for German raiders and on convoy escorts. Achilles was hit on 5 Jan 1943 by bombs from Japanese aircraft when she was in the Guadalcanal area which caused severe damage. She was given temporary repairs, arrived back in Auckland in early Feb 1943 and passage arranged for repairs in Britain. John Jones advanced to Acting Petty Officer on 1 Mar 1943. When the ship arrived in Portsmouth many of her crew were TSFD to Gambia 22 Sep 1943 which was commissioned for service in the RNZN. He served in Drake and Defiance and returned to Philomel on 17 Jun 1944 and had further service in HMAS Cerberus, Gambia and Bellona. He then served in Philomel 19 Jun 1947–14 Oct 1948 and served again in Bellona 15 Oct 1948–31 Aug 1951. He served again in Philomel 1 Apr 1951 and was drafted to Hawea on 8 Jul 1952. She sailed for Korea on 4 Aug 1952. Hawea RTNZ on 29 Aug 1953 and he then served in Philomel, Toroa, Tamaki and Wakefield. Discharged to RA on 17 Aug 1959 after 26 years of service. Later employed by the Lands & Survey Department. Awarded British Empire Medal (NY Hons Jan 1951) 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, NZ War Service Medal, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JONES, Jon Thomas | 689511 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 01/12/2053 | 20/11/2054 | Born Petone 7 Dec 1933. Serving TF soldier. Enlisted in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZ Sigs while in training. Emplaned Auckland 1 Dec 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and then flew on by Qantas via Guam and Manila to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. RTNZ on 20 Nov 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 6 Jan 1955 and re-posted to Territorial Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1518 was sent on 16 Apr 1957 to an address in Lower Hutt. Later awarded the NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| JONES, Lance Raymond | 207731 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 30/08/2052 | Born Invercargill 30 Jul 1927. Attested in KMB 29 Aug 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea via Brisbane and Manilla. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 162 Bty, 16 Fd Regt on arrival in Korea. Served from Pusan to north of Seoul. “The King has been graciously pleased to approve the following immediate awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea.” Military Medal (London Gazette, 5 Feb 1952, p.709). Unfortunately a copy of the citation for this award has not yet been located. This award was for his work in maintaining cable communications while under enemy fire”. Emplaned Iwakuni Japan 27 Aug 1952 for RTNZ via Guam, Port Moresby and Australia and deplaned from Teal flight on 30 Aug 1952. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Oct 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Died Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia 9 Oct 1996. |
| JONES, Leonard William | 204250 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 15/05/2052 | 01/01/1970 | Born London, England 29 Jan 1926. Seaman, with service in the Merchant Navy for 10 years. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. On TOD to Narrow Neck Camp, Devonport 21 Apr–12 May 1952 then returned to Papakura Camp. Emplaned as a Gunner, Auckland, 15 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane Iwakuni, Japan 17 May 1952. Entered Korea and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 21 May 1952. TSFD to RNZA to RNZ Sigs (unknown date). Attached FAP to Brit J.R.B.D to attend a cooking course 7–22 Jan 1953. Attached FAP NZ Base HQ to attend a further cooking course at Brit J.R.B.D 14 Jun and was then posted to NZ Base HQ and CTBA 26 Jun 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 24 Jul 1953 and to Lance Corporal 14 Oct 1953. Admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 31 Oct–7 Nov 1953. Medically re-boarded 12 Nov 1953. Had several breaches of R&SO orders, AWOL and one where his injuries rendered him unfit for service. Reduced to the ranks. Discharge in Britain approved. Placed in close custody until he embarked 20 May 1954 on HMT Empire Orbell. Medical treatment continued in Britain. Discharged on 6 Jun 1955 in UK. Served in Kayforce two years 13 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal which were despatched 19 Aug 1954. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JONES, Norman Thomas Scott | 208403 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt RHQ | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 04/09/2053 | Born Greymouth 23 Feb 1926. Surveyor for Southland Catchment Board, Southland. Attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 24 Mar 1952 and entered Korea 26 Mar 1952. M/I to 16 Fd Regt 28 Mar 1952. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 6 Jun 1952; to Temporary Bombardier 6 Jul 1952 and to Temporary Sergeant 1 Dec 1952. Promoted Sergeant 12 Mar 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ 30 Aug 1953 and deplaned Wellington 4 Sep 1953. Served overseas one year 218 days. Discharged 31 Oct 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1520 was sent to his address 16 Apr 1957 but it was and returned to Base Records where it remains. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JONES, Patrick Francis | 896078 | Sick Berth Attendant | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born 12 Feb 1932. Entered the RNZN on 3 Jun 1956 on an eight-year engagement and then extended his engagement in 1962. He was engaged as a Probationary Sick Berth Attendant (PySBA) and underwent training in Tamaki and Philomel. Advanced to Sick Berth Attendant on 3 Feb 1955. Served in Tamaki 10 Sep 1956 and was drafted on 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters on the Second Commission Voyage. Re-mustered as Dental Assistant (DA) on 11 Jun 1959. He also served in several ships such as Kaniere, Lachlan and Rotoiti but many of these postings were of short duration. Served in Philomel 10 Apr 1962 and advanced to Acting Leading Dental Assistant (Local) on 3 May 1962. Served in the Royal New Zealand Naval Hospital (RNZNH) as Acting Leading Dental Assistant 1 Jun 1962–12 May 1963. He then served variously in Tamaki, Philomel, Royalist again, RNZNH, Tamaki, RNZNH, advanced to Dental Petty Officer on 3 Feb 1962. The final parts of his RNZN service were in Irirangi, Wakefield and RNZNH. Discharged 30 Sep 1969 and TSFD to the NZ Army for service in the RNZ Dental Corps and was at the Combined Services Dental Store in Trentham Camp. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| JONES, Raymond Frederick | 461386 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 25/02/2053 | 03/03/2054 | Born 27 Nov 1929. Came from Kiwitahi, Morrinsville. Enlisted in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements during Mar 1952. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. M/O to NZ Base HQ from 10 Tpt Coy and remained on the NZ Roll 18 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Feb for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 3 Mar 1954. SOS Kayforce 15 May 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.1521 was sent 18 Apr 1957 to an address in Morrinsville. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Died 2013. |
| JONES, Rex Edward | 208842 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Auckland 27 Jun 1929. Served in the Merchant Navy as an Able Seaman for six years. Self-employed fisherman base in Westport. Enlisted 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZA while training in Burnham. M/O Burnham 6pm 10 Mar 1953 and travelled by overnight ferry to Wellington. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Aug, entered Korea 27 Mar and M/I to his unit 30 Mar 1953. Served in 163 Bty. M/O 16 Fd Regt and attached FAP to 16 Inf Workshop to attend and Artificer s Course 25 Nov 1953. M/I 16 Fd Regt and CTBA 16 Inf Wksp 16 Dec 1953. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 2 Jan 1954 and appointed Troop Artificer, to Lance Bombardier, Temporary Bombardier 7 Jun 1954. Promoted Bombardier 21 Aug 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 28 Jul 1954, TSFD to 25 Canadian FDS 30 Jul 1954 and was discharged to unit. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to the NZ Roll 22 Aug 1954 and M/I to NZ Base HQ 26 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ deplaning Harewood 28 Sep 1954. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged 11 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Returned to Westport. Died Christchurch 4 Jul 2000 aged 71 years. |
| JONES, Richard Harold | 206787 | Driver | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 07/07/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Opotiki 10 Oct 1930. Linesman for Post & Telegraph, Gisborne. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 7 Jul 1952 (2nd Flight) as a Driver on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 14 Jul 1952 and entered Korea the next day. Served in C Troop. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Nov 1952 (Lineman NCO). Admitted 26 FDS 29 Dec (Conjunctivitis) and discharged Brit Com Z: Med Unit direct to unit 31 Dec 1952. M/O and attached FAP to NZ Base HQ for rugby trials 26 Feb 1953. M/I 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt and CTBA NZ Base HQ from Rugby trials. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Apr 1953. Failed to Obey Routine Orders and received a Severe Reprimand. Promoted to Corporal, Temporary Sergeant 6 Aug 1953 (Line Sergeant). Promoted Sergeant 9 Jan 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 9 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 17 Mar 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 254 days. SOS Kayforce 19 May 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| JONES, Robert George | 35133 | Private | NZ Base HQ | RNZAOC | 30/12/2053 | 26/11/2054 | Born 1 Jun 1930. Attested 24 Sep 1951 in the Regular Force as Private in RNZAOC. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1956 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air and deplaned Japan 2 Jan 1954. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney and flew by Teal aircraft from Australia to Harewood, Christchurch, deplaning 26 Nov 1954. SOS Kayforce 3 Jan 1955 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Discharged from the Regular Force (Private) 17 May 1965. Died Blenheim, 26 Apr 2001 aged 69 years. |
| JONES, Robert Howard | 203217 | Sergeant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 15/05/2051 | Born Rotorua 23 Sep 1922. Previous service in 2 NZEF in the Middle East, Italy and in BCOF, Japan. Embarked on HMT 91 on 20 Apr 1945 with 2 NZEF 15th Reinforcements and sailed for the Middle East. (615532, Sapper, NZE. Salesman from Rotorua. Next-of-kin Mrs E.M. Jones (mother) Rotorua.) Embarked Port Said for Italy 24 Oct 1945. Posted from 6 Fd Coy NZE to NZ Infantry 17 Nov 1945, Embarked Bari for Japan 12 Feb 1946 and entered Japan 17 Apr 1946. Promoted Sergeant 1 May 1946. RTNZ 8 Sep 1946 and was discharged from the NZ Temporary Staff. Joined Hauraki Regt 13 Dec 1949 and was allotted the TF No.203217 and granted the rank of Temporary Sergeant. To be sub-sergeant 1 Apr 1950 on Transfer to Kayforce 29 Aug 1950. Employed as an Aircraft Engineer, welder and fitter. Attested 30 Aug 1950 in KMB. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 14 Sep 1950. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 1 Oct 1950. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 as Sergeant on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. To be Sergeant Temporary Warrant Officer 2nd Class while holding appointment of Troop Sergeant Major 17 Jan 1951. Posted to 161 Bty, 16 Fd Regt and served with until admitted to Hospital with back strain. Emplaned Iwakuni 8 May 1951 for RTNZ and travelled via Aust Mil Forces Wing Repat Hosp, Concord, NSW and deplaning Auckland 15 May 1951 as a walking medical case. Served overseas 157 days in Korea. Admitted Queen Elizabeth Hospital Rotorua for further treatment. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and these were sent to Rotorua. Discharged 14 May 1952. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZSM 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. His father, also named Robert Howard Jones, served during WWI. |
| JONES, Selwyn Hugh | 330734 | 2nd Lieutenant | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 19/03/2055 | Ex Territorial Force. Emplaned Auckland 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni Japan 13 Feb. Temporary Lieutenant, while employed as Gun Position Officer, 16 Fd Regt, 10 Sep 1954. Promoted Lieutenant, 10 Dec 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 15 Mar 1955 on Qantas flight to Sydney and travelled on Teal flight to deplane NZ 19 Mar 1955. SOS Emergency Force and posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA, 17 May 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) |
| JONES, William Raymond | 15630 | Engine Room Artificer 1st Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Holyhead, Anglesey, UK, 15 Nov 1920. He was employed as an apprentice engine-smith before he entered the RN on 30 Jan 1940 as an Engine Room Artificer Apprentice with Service No D/MX 66035. His training started at the Mechanical Training Establishment (MTE), Rosyth, Scotland where he spent nearly two years. Drafted to Drake 15 Nov 1941–Jan 1942 and advanced to Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class on 12 Jan 1942. He next served in Albatross which was initially a seaplane carrier but converted to and used as a repair ship. When he joined Albatross she was based in Freetown, Sierra Leone for patrol and escort duties in the South Atlantic and was then TSFD to the Indian Ocean to support operations in Madagascar and in Jul 1943 returned to Britain. Bill Jones advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 14 Apr 1943. He then served in Drake 6 Nov 1943–4 Jan 1944 and was then moved to Cochrane II and served in Vanity which was used for patrol and convoy protection in the North Sea. He was briefly in Drake again in Jun–Jul 1945 was drafted to Aphis (Insect-class River Gunboat) which he appears to have joined in Malta. This vessel made its way with other ships to the far east via India and was based in Sultan then Terror, both in Singapore. He was serving in Tamar (Hong Kong) from 5 Jan–9 Sep 1947. He then returned to Britain and served in HMS Drake II (Loch invar) and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class on 1 Jan 1940. Drafted to Devonshire (heavy cruiser) 17 Aug 1950–15 Sep 1952. He then served in Jupiter followed by Drake. Released from the RN on 18 Jun 1953. Entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 20 Feb 1956 and advanced over the next two-days to Engine Room Artificer 2nd Class. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel until 31 Mar 1947 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 18 Jul 1956. Drafted on 1 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Served in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Royalist RTNZ on 4 Jul 1958. The remainder of his service was in either Philomel or Royalist. Discharged to RA on 20 Feb 1966. He was awarded four medals for his WWII service and these may be 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, The Burma Star and War Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), Naval LS& GC Medal (12 Apr 1962) and is entitled to NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| JONES, William Tinnion | 13933 | Surgeon Lieutenant | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Cumberland, UK, 30 Jul 1927. Medical practitioner MB., Ch.B. Joined the RNZN in London on 6 Sep 1951 on a Short Service Commission. He attended a Divisional Course at HMS Victory, a RN course at the RN Medical School and an ABCD course at HMS Phoenix before coming to New Zealand. On arrival in NZ he was first stationed at the Naval Hospital at Devonport and was appointed to Hawea 1 Aug 1952. He served in Korean waters, mainly on the west coast. Promoted Surgeon Lieutenant 6 Sep 1952 while in the theatre. On RTNZ spent more time at the Naval Hospital, Devonport and was at the Auckland Public Hospital 2 Jan–18 Jul 1954. He returned to the UK to Maori was released from the RNZN on 26 Sep 1954 and returned to Newcastle-on-Tyne. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JOPLIN, Peter William Frank | 30222 | Captain | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 08/07/2051 | 30/07/2052 | Born Hawera 9 Jun 1925. Served in Japan with Service No 824107. Regular Force officer. (His name is listed in 2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.16 p.68 as 824107, Lieutenant, NZA. Next-of-kin, Mr C.H.G Joplin, 24 Fernhill Terrace, Wadestown, Wellington.) Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, 24 Jun 1952). Photographed handing over the command of 161 Bty to Captain Peter King, DSO, MC who was born near Cambridge, England, UK,immediately before he returned to NZ. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jul 1952 and RTNZ by Qantas and Teal flights via Guam and Sydney and deplaned Wellington at 7.30am on 5 Jul 1952. Struck off the strength of Kayforce 1 Sep 1952 and re-posted to the Regular Force. Later Appointed MBE 1984. Later Lieutenant Col, retired 3 Apr 1975. Died 13 Jun 1993. His brother Sergeant John Charles Frederick Joplin (2 NZEF Embarkation Roll Vol.13 p.65) served during the latter part of WWII and their father Captain Charles Henry Gooud Joplin served in the Wellington Inf Regt during WWI. |
| JORDAN, Arthur William Albert | 13891 | Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Uppingham, Rutland, UK, on 20 Dec 1920. Employed as a general labourer before he entered the RN on 18 Apr 1939 as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No P/KX 96676. His training was conducted in Victory II which administered the Royal Naval Division training at Crystal Palace and Sydenham mainly for stokers and later Engine Room Artificers. Drafted to Suffolk (cruiser) 19 Sep 1939–10 Jun 1940 and advanced to Stoker 1st Class on 4 Apr 1940. He served in Wishart (destroyer) and advanced to Leading Stoker (Temporary), Birmingham (cruiser), Alisma (corvette) based in Nile (Algiers) Marlborough and Contest (destroyers). This last ship saw him serving in SE Asia based in Hong Kong. He also served in HMS Merlin (RN Fleet Air Arm Station) Implacable (carrier) Indomitable (carrier) and Hornet a shore station. Released 14 Aug 1952 to enter the RNZN. His WWII medals are not known. Entered the RNZN at Maori on 15 Aug 1952 as Leading Stoker Mechanic. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel and was drafted to Pukaki on 19 Aug 1953. Pukaki sailed from Auckland on 21 Sep 1953 and served in Korean waters. RTNZ 28 Sep 1954. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (Local) on 18 Nov 1953. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and was then drafted to Lachlan where he advanced to Acting Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic dating from 30 Nov 1954. Advanced to Acting Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 19 Mar 1955 and to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 3o Nov 1955. He then served in Philomel before being drafted on 3 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Korea. Was in Korean waters for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Engineering Division. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 and then served in Philomel. DEE 14 Aug 1958. Awarded UN Korea Medal and NGSM (M). Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM (R). |
| JORDAN, Clifford William | 814749 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 26/10/2054 | 08/05/2056 | Came from Christchurch. Emplaned Auckland 26 Oct 1954 on RNZAF Hastings aircraft for flight to Sydney, continued to Townsville and Port Moresby. Turned back from Port Moresby to Townsville because of an outbreak of measles on the flight which resulted in several members of the flight being hospitalised in Townsville. Deplaned Iwakuni 1 Nov 1954 and M/I to Reinforcement Trg Unit. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 10 Nov 1954 and entered Korea 12 Nov 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 May 1956 on RNZAF Hastings and flew via Guam, Manus Island and Brisbane to deplane Auckland 8 May 1956. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jun 1956 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. |
| JORDAN, Percy Thomas | 208500 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 27/05/2052 | 06/01/2054 | Born Christchurch 19 Apr 1919. Attested 31 Jan 1940. Served in 23 NZ Bn (Private) with Service No 11587. Embarked 7 May 1940 and disembarked England 16 Jun 1940. Embarked UK for Egypt 5 Jan 1941. Entered Egypt 5 Mar 1941. Embarked to Join Lustre Force 25 Mar 1941. Served in Greece and was captured buy the Germans in Crete 27 May 1941. Reported missing 2 Jun 1941 and confirmed Geneva as a POW in Hospital Kokinia, Greece. POW in German mainly in Camp No.344 (Lamsdorf) with POW No.23556 for nearly four years. Safe in Britain 19 May 1945. Embarked for NZ 3 Jul 1945 and disembarked Wellington 4 Aug 1945. Discharged 9 Nov 1945. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Africa Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Entitled to the Greek War Medal. Truck driver for Papanui Timber Co Ltd. Attested 10 Jan 1952 as a 1st Replacement draftee. Posted to RNZA 14 Feb 1952. Emplaned Wellington 27 May 1952. on Teal flight to Sydney. Travelled onwards by Qantas via Port Moresby and Guam and deplaned Iwakuni, 31 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 4 Jun 1952 and served in 161 Bty. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 18 Jul 1952 and to Temporary Bombardier 10 Sep 1952. Promoted Bombardier 18 Apr 1953. Admitted 26 Fd Amb 6 Apr 1953, TSFD to 37 Canadian Fd Amb then to 25 Canadian FDS, then to Brit Com Z Med Unit then tp Brit Com Gen Hosp 11 Apr 1953. Discharged to NZ Base Camp 29 Apr 1953. From Jun to Dec 1953 he had several visits to hospital returning to NZRTU or NZ Base HQ. His last admitted to Brit Com Gen Hosp 26 Nov was followed by discharge to NZ Base HQ on 29 Dec 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Wellington 6 Jan 1954. Served in Korea one year 225 days. Admitted Christchurch Public Hosp 11 Jan 1954. Discharged 28 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. Deceased. |
| JORDAN, Tasman | 206501 | Sergeant | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 14/12/2053 | Born Latrobe, Tasmania, Australia, 8 Aug 1925. Previous service in RAAF for 5 and half years with Service No 88721. Discharged as a Leading Aircraftman at the end of his engagement. Employed as a Cabinet maker for James Lobb & Sons, New Plymouth. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. After training in Linton Camp embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal also on 2 Aug 1951. Accommodated at Larrakeyah Barracks, Darwin awaiting transport to Japan. Flown by Qantas from Darwin and deplaned Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1951. Travelled by ship from Sasebo 5 Sep 1951 to Pusan, entered Korea on 8 Sep 1951 and was posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy. Promoted Temporary Corporal while holding the appointment of Storeman 11 Nov 1951 and advanced to Corporal on 12 Jan 1952. Promoted Temporary Sergeant 15 Mar 1952 and to Sergeant on 5 Jul 1952. Attached Fap to 23 Coy, RASC to attend an Ammunition Handling Course 13 Feb 1953 and remained there until returning to 10 Tpt Coy on 17 Apr 1953. M/O to NZ Base 26 Jul 1953 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. M/I to NZ Base HQ on 1 Aug 1953. Embarked on SS Taiping at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ via Hong Kong where he re-embarked on SS Taiyuan for travel to Australia. Completed the journey and disembarked Wellington 14 Dec 1953 from the Wanganella ex Sydney. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Mar 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette, No.40012, dated 10 Nov 1953, p.6005), “In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Korea during the period 1 January to 30th June 1953.” Served overseas two years 136 days. Discharged 10 Mar 1954. He returned to Australia re-joined the Aust Army as 3/5858 Lance Corporal T. Jordan, 7 Ind Fd Sqn RAE, Liverpool, NSW, Australia (written on the back of his MID Receipt). His Kayforce Discharge Cert No.4578 was issued 29 Jun 1960. |
| JOSEPH, Edwin D’Arcy | 708585 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 21/10/2053 | 21/05/2055 | Born Kilbirnie, Wellington 11 Jul 1932. Wellington City Tramways employee. 2nd Intake CMT then a serving TF soldier in 1 Wellington Regt. Attested 1 Jul 1953 in Kayforce. Posted to RNZASC 10 Aug 1953. Emplaned Wellington 21 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by Qantas to deplane at Iwakuni 24 Oct 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Dec 1953. Entered Korea 18 Dec 1953 and M/I to his unit 21 Dec 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ 20 Apr 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 6–13 Jul 1954. Re-admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 19 and discharged to unit 27 Jul 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Aug 1954. M/O to NZ Base HQ 23 Mar 1955 and TSFD to the NZ Roll. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 10–16 Apr 1955 and was discharged to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll. Emplaned Iwakuni for RTNZ and discharge 8 May 1955. Deplaned Auckland 21 May 1955 ex Australia. Served overseas one year 213 days. Discharged 4 Aug 1955 and re-posted to 1 Wellington Reg unit. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Wellington 9 Jan 1992 aged 58 years. |
| JOSEPH, Jimmy | 204739 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/09/2054 | 23/04/2056 | Born Otorohanga 2 May 1928. Labourer at Glen Afton Collieries, Huntly. Emplaned Auckland 22 Sep 1954 as a Driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airline to deplane Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954 and entered Korea 1 Oct 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 7–14 Feb 1955 (ear infection) and re-admitted a day later for three more days. He appeared unable or unwilling to adhere to Army or Routine or Standing orders. Committed a string of offences which cost money and time. Granted 9 days R&R Leave 9–18 Nov 1955. M/O 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 15 Mar 1956. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings at Iwakuni for RTNZ and deplaned Whenuapai Air Base Auckland 23 Apr 1956. Served overseas one year 215 days. Discharged 18 Jun 1956. His Kayforce Discharge Certificate No.1528 was sent to his given address 16 Apr 1957 but was unclaimed and returned to Base Records. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| JOSEPHS, Clifford Henry Howard | 15529 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Grey Lynn, Auckland, on 16 Jun 1940. Employed as a warehouse assistant before he entered the RNZN on 19 Jan 1956 as a Boy 2nd Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki and he advanced to Boy 1st Class on 31 Jul 1956 and to Junior Seaman on 30 Dec 1956. Drafted to Philomel on 4 Jan 1957 but RUN on 1 Feb 1957. He was recovered on 9 Apr 1957 and returned to Philomel. Drafted to Royalist on 20 May 1957 the day she left Devonport on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Japan/Korea. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 16 Dec 1957. Served in the Seamen Division. On RTNZ he was drafted to Philomel 17 Sep 1958 but RUN nine days later. He was recovered on 17 Oct 1958 and returned to Philomel. Discharged on 12 Feb 1959 SNLR. |
| JOSEPHSON, Peter Andrew | 204434 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 26/07/2052 | 17/04/2054 | Born Wellington 15 Jan 1926. Company director of the manufacturing and retail company Kearns Ltd, Queen Street, Auckland, and in Willis Street, Wellington. This was a company of Naval outfitters. Attested 16 Apr 1952 in Kayforce. Posted to RNZA 14 May 1952 as a Gunner. Emplaned Auckland 26 Jul 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 30 Jul 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 8 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 10 Aug 1952. Tech Ack involved with line and range of guns and calculation of such. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 1 Feb 1953 and to Lance Bombardier 13 Mar 1953. Served in the Imjin area, Hill 355 and the Hook. Emplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953 for an OCTU course. Deplaned Wellington 18 Mar 1953 for commissioning course. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant 14 Jun 1953. Re-emplaned Auckland 26 Aug 1953 for Korea via Sydney, Manus Island to Japan then to Korea. Deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and re-entered Korea 4 Sep 1953. His brother Noel requested Army to return Peter to NZ as he (Noel) was feeling the strain or trying to run the company shop, factory, manage staff, buying and controlling stock and window dressing. The Army considered this request and the request for the return of Lieutenant P.A. Josephson was approved. Emplaned Iwakuni 11 Apr 1954 for RTNZ by air and deplaned Wellington 17 Apr 1954. Served in Korea one year 104 days. Posted to the Reserve of Officers, General List, RNZA with the rank of Lieutenant, 7 Aug 1954. Awarded NZOSM, Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal, NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Living at Herne Bay, Auckland, 2005. Died Takapuna, Auckland, 21 Dec 2014, aged 88 years. |
| JOY, Leonard Arthur | 12509 | Master at Arms | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Eastney, Deal, Kent, UK, on 14 May 1917. Employed as a Carpenter’s improver before he entered the Royal Marines on 12 Nov 1935 with Serv Nov CH/X 1358. He served in several ships including Resolution (battleship) 25 Sep 1938–31 Mar 1941 advancing from Marine to Sergeant. Also served in Leander 12 Nov 1941–10 Apr 1944, HMNZS Achilles 11 Apr 1944–30 Sep 1946 and then HMNZS Bellona 1 Oct 1946–20 Oct 1947 and was a member of the crew who brought the ship to NZ in 1946. He then served as a Marine attached to Philomel. Released from the Royal Marines 7 Mar 1948. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star with ‘Burma’ clasp, War Medal with MID Oak leaf and Naval LS&GC Medal. Awarded Mention in Despatches, “…for distinguished service during the War in the Far East 11 Jun 1946.” Entered the RNZN in Philomel on 6 Oct 1948 as an Able Seaman and by 9 Oct 1948 he advanced to Acting Regulating Petty Officer. Served in Bellona 29 Sep 1948–10 Nov 1949 and advanced to Regulating Petty Officer 9 Oct 1949. Drafted to Pukaki 11 Nov 1949–22 Dec 1950 and sailed from Auckland on 3 Jul 1950 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ on 3 Dec 1950. Between 23 Dec 1950 and 4 Feb 1957 he served in Tamaki, Philomel, Bellona where he advanced to Acting Master at Arms (Local) on 23 Apr 1953 and to Master at Arms on 15 Aug 1953. He also served in Irirangi and Philomel until drafted on 4 Feb 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission voyage to SE Asia and Japan/Korea. but was in the latter for period of about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. Discharged to RA on 5 Oct 1958. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and entitled to NZDSM (R), PJM and KWSM. |
| JOYCE, Pierce Terence | 206788 | Craftsman | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt LAD | RNZEME | 07/07/2052 | 17/03/2054 | Born Hawera 16 Oct 1929. Fitter & Turner at Central Police Depot Wellington. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement (2nd Flight). Spent some time in RNZEME School Trentham. Emplaned Auckland 7 Jul 1952 as CFN. Deplaned Iwakuni 9 Jul 1952. Entered Korea and posted to 16 Fd Regt LAD 14 Jul 1952. M/I to 16 Fd Regt LAD. M/O from 16 Fd Regt LAD and TSFD from RNZEME to RNZA 28 Sep 1952. Admitted 60 Ind Fd Amb 12 Nov 1952 and TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged to NZ Base HQ 6 Jan 1953 then to NZRTU attached to Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo 15–26 Jan 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 6 Feb 1953. Attached FAP to NZ Base HQ 26 Feb 1953 (rugby trials). On Japan Tour with NZ Kayforce Rugby Team 27 Mar–16 Apr 1953. CTBA NZ Base HQ and M/O to 16 Fd Regt 19 Apr 1953 M/I to 16 Fd Regt 23 Apr 1953. Promoted Temporary Bombardier 3 Aug 1953, to Temporary Sergeant 26 Sep 1953 and to Temporary Staff Sergeant 1 Dec 1953. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 18 Feb 1954. Also Promoted Staff Sergeant 18 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Mar 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 17 Mar 1954 ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 254 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 29 Jun 1954. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Manaia, Taranaki, 31 Jul 2001 aged 71 years. |
| JUDGE, David Julian | 13214 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Hawea 2 | RNZN | 04/08/2052 | 29/08/2053 | Born Te Awamutu 10 Sep 1932. Was a scholar at school before he entered the RNZN 19 Jan 1950 as an Ordinary Seaman. His initial training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel and he then served in Taupo where he advanced to Able Seaman on 19 May 1951 and Bellona. Sent to HMAS Rushcutter to attend courses 28 Aug 1951–4 Jan 1952. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and then Hawea top which he was drafted on 8 Jul 1952–2 Nov 1953. Hawea sailed from Auckland on 4 Aug 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ on 28 Aug 1953 but he remained in his ship until 2 Nov 1953. David Judge then served in Bellona which was now in the Reserve Fleet 3 Nov 1953–24 Mar 1954. Advanced to Acting Leading Seaman on 14 Feb 1954. He later served in Irirangi, returned for a further course in HMAS Rushcutter and then served in Kiwi, Black Prince, Irirangi, Philomel, Irirangi and was DEE from Philomel 31 Oct 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. After discharge he went to Morrinsville and became a share milker. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| JULIAN, Edward John (Ted) | 204469 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/08/2052 | 04/03/2053 | Born Rawene, Northland 31 Jul 1927. Share farming with his father. Attested 17 Apr 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Posted to RNZA 14 May 1952. Emplaned Auckland 25 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air to Japan and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Aug 1952. Entered Korea 1 Sep 1952 and was posted to 16 Fd Regt the same day. Served in BHQ 163 Bty. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll for compassionate RTNZ and discharge. Emplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 4 Mar 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas 192 days. Discharged from Kayforce 30 Mar 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM. Died Broadwood, Northland 4 Jan 2005 aged 77 years. |
| JULIAN, James Arthur (Jim) | 204029 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 31/12/2052 | Born Auckland 26 Jul 1929. Served in RNZAF for 326 days from 10 Jan 1949. Issued with Service No 72814 and employed as a Mess Steward with rank of Aircraftman 2nd Class. Labourer at Ideal Mineral Water Coy, Onehunga, Auckland. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine as a Driver, RNZASC and sailed for Korea. Flown by Qantas from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 28 Aug 1951. M/I to NZRTU on deplanement and remained here until posted to 10 Tpt Coy 2 Feb 1952. Entered Korea 3 Feb 1952. M/I to 10 Tpt Coy and served in C Platoon. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp 9 Jul 1952, TSFD to CDS Tokyo Hosp and was discharged 12 Jul 1952 to unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 8 Dec 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 27 Dec 1952 for compassionate RTNZ deplaning Auckland 31 Dec 1952 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 153 days. Discharged 25 Feb 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal and later NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Died Glen Eden, Auckland, 5 Mar 2003. |
| JURY, Mostyn Phillips | 208627 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 28/06/2052 | 09/12/2055 | Born Nelson 20 Jan 1924. Previous service in the Army, firstly with D Coy NZ Scottish (3/12/1244) followed by Canterbury Yeomanry Corps in the Home Guard (437967). He then served in 2 NZEF an infantryman in 25 (NZ) Battalion in Italy with Service No 437967. He sailed from NZ on 29 Jul 1944 and RTNZ on 10 Feb 1947. Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Employed as a truck driver for R.A. Stone, Waiau, North Canterbury. Enlisted 19 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement at Christchurch. His training for Korea was mainly conducted in Burnham Camp. Posted to Active Service 15 May 1952. Emplaned Wellington 28 Jun 1952 on Teal flight to Sidney. Continued to Japan by Qantas deplaning Iwakuni and M/I to NZRTU 2 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 7 Jul 1952 and was posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon on the same day. Admitted to Norwegian MASH 21–28 May 1952 and was discharged direct to his unit. Promoted Temporary Corporal 15 Jun 1953. Attached FAP to RASC 11–28 Aug 1953 to attend a course at the Junior NCO School and returned to unit. Spent three days on 38 Canadian Fd Amb during Sep 1953. Promoted Corporal 1 Nov 1953 and to Temporary Sergeant on 21 Apr 1954 and to Sergeant on 1 Jul 1954. Posted from Div HQ Tpt Pl to 10 Tpt Coy on 3 Jul 1954. Granted an extension of 12 months from 2 Jan 1955 and again from 2 Jan 1956. M/I to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (Furlough) 26 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Completed three years 165 days overseas with Kayforce. After leave M/I to Burnham Camp 9 Jan 1956 and was found unfit for return to Kayforce. Discharged from Kayforce 26 Apr 1956. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K) and KWSM. |
| JUST, Carl Hugo Julius | 204574 | Gunner | 163 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/02/2053 | 19/10/2054 | Born Otahuhu 28 Sep 1926. He was a driver of a metal truck. Attested 14 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements at Papakura Camp. Injured during training in Papakura Camp when he was struck by a blank during fieldcraft. Some of his training was also conducted in Tihoi camp in the Central North Island. Emplaned Auckland 25 Feb 1953 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni 28 Feb 1953 and M/I to NZRTU. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 7 Mar 1953 and entered Korea on 11 Mar 1953. Served in 163 Bty as Hygiene NCO. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier on 31 Jan 1954 and to Lance Bombardier on 1 Jul 1954. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 18 Jun–3 Jul 1954 and was discharged direct to unit. Admitted to 3 Canadian Fd Amb 5 Jul 1954 and was TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp. Discharged from Brit Com Gen Hosp to NZ Base HQ 11 Sep 1954. TSFD to NZ Roll 1 Oct 1954. Travelled by boat from Pusan to Japan and emplaned Iwakuni 17 Oct 1954 for RTNZ on an RNZAF Hastings. Travelled via Iwo Jima, Guam, Manus Island and Townsville to deplane Auckland 19 Oct 1954. Discharged from Kayforce 19 Dec 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. The NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM were later awarded to a family member on 11 Feb 2016. Died Te Puke on 1 Aug 2005 aged 78 years. |
| KAA, Brannigan | 206970 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 10/12/2052 | 03/07/2054 | Born Rangitukia, East Coast, 28 Aug 1929. was involved in Carpentry and as a labourer on the family property Rangtitukia. Came from Tikitiki. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 as a Signaller on Teal flight to Sydney and continued journey to Japan by civil air. Deplaned Iwakuni, 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 15 Dec 1952 and served in G Troop. Had several misdemeanours both in training and in Korea. Committed to 25 Canadian Detention Barracks for 21 days and was released direct to unit. Attached Fap to 16 Fd Regt 27 May 1953. M/O 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 3 Jun 1954. He had a clean sheet from May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jul 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 209 days. Discharged 2 Sep 1954. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| KAHAKI, Andrew Te Waaka Matatua | 206894 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 07/08/2052 | 08/09/2054 | Born East Cape, North Island 10 Apr 1926. Labourer for Wellington City Council. Attested 16 Apr 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland as a Gunner 7 Aug 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by Qantas or BCPA chartered flight and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 9 Aug 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 21 Aug 1952 and entered Korea 25 Aug 1952. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon for an Artillery course 1–22 Feb 1953 then returned to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo 23 Sep 1953. M/O 16 Fd Regt to NZ Base HQ, TSFD to NZ Roll and CTBA to Brit Com Leave Unit Tokyo 28 Aug 1953. M/I NZ Base HQ 29 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni on 3 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland from RNZAF Hastings on 8 Sep 1954. It is not known if the RNZAF Hastings flight left from Iwakuni. Served overseas two years 37 days. Admitted Cook Hospital, Gisborne for treatment ex Korea. Discharged 21 Nov 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. Died Tokomaru Bay 13 May 2006 aged 81 years. |
| KAHAKI, Anthony Henry (Tony) | 14018 | Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Hastings 10 Apr 1936. Entered the RNZN on 17 Jan 1952 as a Boy 2nd Class in 24th class of Seaman Boys. Advanced to Boy 1st Class on 11 Jun 1952. Drafted to Bellona 5 Aug 1953 and advanced to Junior Engineering Mechanic 1st Class on 16 Jun 1953 and four months later to Electrical Mechanician 2nd Class. Drafted to Kaniere 16 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul 1954 to serve in Malayan and in Korean waters Nov 1954 to Mar 1955. He was advance to Electrical Mechanician 1st Class on 10 Oct 1954. RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955 and he was the drafted to Bellona and was a member of the crew when she was returned to the UK. Served in Royalist (17 Apr 1956–4 Apr 1957) on its delivery voyage from the UK to NZ and was involved in the Suez affair. Also served in Black Prince Apr 1957–Jul 1958 and in Paea Jul to Nov 1958. Discharged 9 Jan 1959 BNPS. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M). NZGSM (K), NZGSM (NE) and NZDSM (R). Died Hastings 14 Dec 2021 aged 85 years. |
| KAHUI, Arthur | 206115 | Gunner | 162 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/12/2050 | 09/05/2052 | Born Rahotu Taranaki, 4 Apr 1925. Had WWII service in NZ and entered camp 26 Apr–18 Sep 1945. Served in BCOF Japan (642051, Trooper, 2 NZ Div Cavalry. Labourer from Te Puke. Next-of-kin Mrs L Kahui (mother), Avondale.) Posted to 2 NZEF Jayforce 15 Jul 1946. Embarked Wellington 30 Jul 1946. Photographed on the Wellington wharf prior to embarkation to Japan. Also served in NZ Tokyo Bn at Ebisu BKs 5 Jan–6 Mar 1947. Qualified for War Medal 30 Oct 1946 in Japan. Disembarked Auckland 27 Aug 1947. Discharged 30 Sep 1947. Motor trimmer at Ford Motor Company, Lower Hutt, Wellington. Attested 29 Aug 1950 in KMB. Embarked Wellington 10 Dec 1950 on SS Ormonde and sailed for Korea. Entered Korea 31 Dec 1950. Posted to 16 Fd Regt, RNZA and served in 162 Bty. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 14 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 May 1952 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Wellington 9 May 1952 from Teal flight (RMA Aranui ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 152 days. Attached FAP Area 5 on disembarkation for out-patient treatment at Wellington Hospital. SOS Kayforce and discharged 23 Aug 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These were re-issued 7 Jul 1999. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZSM 1946–49 and NZDSM. Older brother of Edgar Charleton Kahui q.v. |
| KAHUI, Edgar Charleton | 206502 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 02/08/2051 | 24/06/2053 | Born Rahotu, Taranaki, 3 Feb 1929. Employed as a Motor trimmer for Austin Motors, Petone, Wellington. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed for Korea. Travelled to Korea by Qantas aircraft to Japan deplaned Iwakuni 7 Sep 1951 and embarked Sasebo 8 Sep for travel by ship to Korea and disembarked 10 Sep 1951. Posted to 10 (NZ) Tpt Coy and served his whole time in this unit. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to the NZ Roll 2 Jun 1953. Emplaned 20 Jun 1953 at Iwakuni, Japan for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning at Auckland 24 Jun from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 328 days. Discharged 22 Aug 1953. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM and KWSM. Entitled to NZDSM. Younger brother of Arthur Kahui q.v. Died Opunake, 13 Jul 1998 aged 69 years. |
| KAHURA, Howard Manuel | 204605 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 23/04/2053 | 06/06/2055 | Born Mokai, north-west of Taupo 22 Apr 1930. Builder’s labourer, Tokaanu National Park. Attested 2 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Posted to RNZASC while in Papakura Camp. Had some early problems accepting Unit and Routine Orders. Emplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1953 on Teal flight from Auckland to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 25 Apr 1953. Posted to Div HO Tpt Pl 29 Apr and entered Korea 30 Apr 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 10 May 1964 and to Lance Corporal 20 Oct 1954. Granted a further six months extension of service dating from 25 Oct 1954. Promoted Corporal 16 Mar 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll 12 May 1955. AWOL 12.20–7am on 29 May 1955 on the very morning he was to emplane for RTNZ. (Probably with Driver Heemi the same time as he.) Emplaned Iwakuni29 May 1955 on Qantas for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Auckland 6 Jun 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas two years 45 days. Discharged 7 Aug 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal, UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM. NZGSM (K) and KWSM. Died Te Awamutu 17 Apr 2010 aged 79 years. |
| KAIO, Mathew | 300163 | Lance Bombardier | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 17/11/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Rawene, Northland 8 Mar 1932. TF soldier who served in 1 North Auckland Regt. Labourer for Challenge Phosphate, Otahuhu, Auckland. Attested 30 Jun 1953 in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements and retained the rank of Lance Corporal. Posted to RNZA 17 Jul 1953 and rank changed to Lance Bombardier. Emplaned Auckland 17 Nov 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and by Qantas to Port Moresby, Guam and onto Japan deplaning Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 28 Nov 1953. Entered Korea 2 Dec 1953 and M/I to his unit the same day. Admitted 38 Canadian Fd Amb 28 Dec 1953 and was discharged from 25 Canadian FDS 29 Jan 1954. Accidentally injured 1 Feb 1954. Admitted 25 Canadian FDS 6–15 Feb 1954. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 21 Mar –5 Apr 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 1–21 Aug 1954 and returned to 16 Fd Regt. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for return to Sydney. Charged for impeding an officer legally exercising authority on HMT New Australia 13 Nov 1954. Completed journey to NZ and deplaned Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from Teal flight (Flight 9) ex Sydney. Discharged 14 Jan 1955 and posted to TF unit. Attested 18 Jul 1957 in Regular Force. Embarked Wellington 28 Nov 1957 TSS Captain Cook and sailed for Singapore. Disembarked Singapore and M/I Nee Soon Camp 15 Dec 1957. Served in 3 Pl, A Coy, 1 Bn NZ Regt. Attended an advanced Tracking Course 3–22 Nov 1958. GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ on schedule dated 28 Nov 1958. AWOL several times during this TOD. Embarked Penang TSS Captain Cook 25 Nov 29 for RTNZ and disembarked Lyttelton 15 Dec 1959. Discharged 10 Mar 1960. Attested in RF again 17 Jul 1963. Posted to 2 NZ Regt and attended Basic Recruits Course Waiouru 6 Oct 1963. AWOL 6 Jan 1964. This time for 72 days. Discharged 18 May 1964. |
| KAKA, Huru | 535357 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 20/01/2056 | Born Rotorua 11 Aug 1924. Employed as a labourer in Rotorua. Attested 16 Mar 1954 in Kayforce. His training as a Gun Number for Korea was conducted in Waiouru and Papakura Camps. Emplaned 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight at Auckland to Sydney for passage to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan, 19 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt on 26 Jun 1954 and entered Korea the following day. Attached FAP to Brit Com Sub Area South 3–7 Sep 1954 and returned to unit. Posted from 16 Fd Regt to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC. He had several conflicts with military law in both 16 Fd Regt and 10 Tpt Coy. M/O from 10 Tpt Coy to NZ Base and TSFD to NZ Roll on 6 Jan 1956. Emplaned on RNZAF Hastings in Japan 16 Jan 1956 for RTNZ arriving Auckland 20 Jan 1956. Served overseas one year 219 days. Discharged 16 Mar 1956 and posted to TF unit. His UN Korea Medal was sent to him on 6 Sep 1956 but it was returned to Base Records. Worked in Blackball State Mine then joined Regular Force 1 Bn NZ Regiment. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook in Wellington on 28 Nov 1957 for Singapore. Served in D Coy, 1 NZ Regt, Malaya during the Emergency. Emplaned RAF Changi on 17 Jan 1960 and deplaned 19 Jan 1960 from RNZAF Hastings aircraft at Whenuapai. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’ Later entitled to NZOSM. NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Rotorua, 5 Nov 1994 aged 70 years. |
| KAKE, Henry | 783671 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 16/06/2054 | 09/12/2055 | Born Whangarei 5 Oct 1931. Labourer for NZ Forest Service, Glenbervie, Whangarei. Served in 7th Intake CMT. Attested in Kayforce 17 Mar 1954 and posted to RNZA as a Gun Number 18 Mar 1954. Emplaned Auckland 16 Jun 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by air deplaning Iwakuni 19 Jun 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 26 Jun 1954 and entered Korea 27 Jun 1954. Admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb 10–16 Oct 1954 and was discharged to unit. Had some problems adhering to R&SOs. M/O 16 Fd Regt to 10 Coy RNZASC and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 10 Nov 1954. Accidentally injured 20 Nov 1954 and admitted 3 Canadian Fd Amb. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp from where he was discharged 19 Dec 1954 to his unit. Admitted twice more to 3 Canadian Fd Amb for three to five days. Granted a further 12 months extension to service dating from 19 Dec 1955. M/O to NZ Base HQ and TSFD to NZ Roll (Furlough) 123 Nov 1955. Emplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1955 for RTNZ. Deplaned Auckland 9 Dec 1955 from Teal flight ex Sydney. He did not return to Korea. Served overseas one year 177 days. Discharged 21 Apr 1956. Later entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Applied to join RF but Army was unable to accept his offer. Died Whangarei, 10 Dec 1998 aged 67 years. |
| KAKE, Richard | 200342 | Lieutenant | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 25/11/2050 | 17/12/2053 | Born Whangarei 25 Nov 1923. Became a Sergt in the Whangarei School Cadet Unit. Civil Servant from Whangarei. Served in NZ Military Forces 1942–44. 2 NZEF 1944–46 and served in the 28 (Maori) Bn and left NZ as a Temporary Sergeant with Service No 801866. Sailed from NZ between 1 Jan and 31 Mar 1944 to serve in Italy. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.13 p.64). Awarded 1939–45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal and NZ War Service Medal. Also served in BCOF Japan 1947–48. His name is listed in 2 NZEF Nominal Roll Vol.16, p.69 as 801966, Temporary Captain, HQ 3 Bn. Next-of-kin Mrs K. Kake (mother) Glenbervie, Whangarei.) He then served in the Territorial Force North Auckland Regt, 1948-1950. Only Maori officer in Kayforce during the initial stage. Appointed to the Emergency Force from The North Auckland Regt. Attested in Kayforce on 29 Aug 1950. Embarked from NZ on 25 Nov 1950 in Advance Party No.2, MV Ganges with all the guns, all the vehicles, 300 tons of stores and 170 tons of ammunition. Disembarked Pusan 15 Dec 1950. Temporary Captain while employed as Camp Commandant. 22 Jan 1952. RTNZ 30 Aug 1952. Re-embarked for Korea 16 Oct 1952 and remained until returning to NZ 17 Dec 1953. Struck off the Strength of Kayforce 24 Mar 1954 and posted to Reserve of Officers General List. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. Died Onehunga, Auckland, 30 Jan 1989 aged and is buried at Pehiaweri Marae, Glenbervie, Whangarei. |
| KALE, Desmond Francis | 15148 | Engine Room Artificer 4th Class | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Palmerston North 25 Dec 1926. Employed as a fitter and turner and entered the RNZN on 3 Jun 1954 as an Acting Engine Room Artificer 4th Class. His town of entry was given as Wairoa. After training in Tamaki and Philomel he was drafted to Black Prince 1 Oct 1954–9 Jan 1956. Advanced to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class 3 Jun 1955. He reserved in Irirangi, Philomel and Irirangi during 1956 and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 3 Jun 1956. Drafted to Royalist on 4 Apr 1957 and sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 on the Second Commission Voyage to serve in SE Asia and Japanese/Korean waters. Royalist was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. He was disrated on 30 Dec 1957 to Engine Room Artificer 4th Class. Served in the Engineering Division. On RTNZ he served in Philomel and Kaniere and advanced to Engine Room Artificer 3rd Class on 31 Dec 1958. He later served in Lachlan 27 Sep 1960 to 14 May 1962 advancing to Engine Room Artificer 1st Class on 1 Jan 1962. DEE 2 Jun 1962. Awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K), NZDSM (R) and PJM. |
| KANE, Daniel | 13868 | Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 2 | RNZN | 19/07/2054 | 23/07/2055 | Born Widnes, Lancashire, UK, on 28 Oct 1909. Employed as a labourer before he entered the Royal Navy on 1 May 1928 for a 12-year engagement as a Stoker 2nd Class with Service No P/KX 79254. He served in Victory II to 15 Oct 28 and was then drafted on 16 Oct 28 to Amazon (new destroyer) based in Egmont 2 (Later known as HMS St Angelo in Malta) He was a Stoker Petty Officer serving in Woolwich (destroyer depot ship) when awarded the Naval LS&GC Medal on 9 Aug 1943. He signed on again to complete time for a pension to be effective from 23 May 1950. His RN service record is currently not available. His WWII Medals may include 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star and War Medal. Daniel entered the RNZN at Maori in London on 14 Aug 1952 as a Stoker Mechanic and advanced to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic on the two following days. On arrival in NZ he served in Philomel until drafted to Black Prince on 16 Jan 1953. He then served in Bellona (in the Reserve Fleet) 16 Nov 1953–18 Jun 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 19 Jun 1954 and sailed from Auckland on 19 Jul to serve with the British Far East Fleet in Korea and Malaya. Advanced to Petty Officer Engineering Mechanic on 19 Mar 1955 while in Korean waters. Kaniere RTNZ on 23 Jul 1955. He then served in Philomel until returning to Britain where he was discharged BNPS on 10 Sep 1956 on completion of 30 days invaliding leave. Later entitled to NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and NZDSM (R). |
| KANERI, Kenneth Carpenter | 203964 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 15/06/2051 | 05/02/2053 | See GUNDRY, Kenneth |
| KANI, John Patrick | 578360 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 28/08/2054 | 19/02/2056 | Born possibly in Hastings during 1930 Serving TF soldier. Emplaned 28 Aug 1954 for Korea on RNZAF Hastings. Deplaned Iwakuni 31 Aug 1954 and M/O to NZRTU. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and served in B Platoon. Emplaned Iwakuni 13 Feb 1956 for RTNZ by air from Japan and deplaned from Teal flight 19 Feb 1956. Served overseas one year 175 days. Discharged from Kayforce 16 Apr 1956 and posted to TF unit. Later awarded the NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Living in Wellington in 2004. Died Mary Potter Hospice, Wellington 5 Nov 2009 aged 79 years. Buried PakiPaki, Hastings. |
| KANUTA, John (Hone) Mauiwhakaria | 34022 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 06/10/2053 | 21/11/2054 | Born 9 Jun 1931. Nursery-hand for State Forest Service, Whangamata before joining Regular Force 5 Oct 1949. Regular Force soldier posted to RNZASC as Driver, Northern Districts Transport Company at Papakura Camp. Emplaned Auckland 6 Oct 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued to Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 10 Oct 1953. Entered Korea 31 Oct 1953. M/O from NZRTU and posted to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 30 Oct 1953. Posted from Div HQ Tpt Platoon to 10 Tpt Coy 3 Jul 1954. Embarked on HMT New Australia at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 for RTNZ. Completed the return journey to NZ by Teal flight from Sydney and deplaned at Auckland. Served overseas one year 47 days. SOS Kayforce 4 Jan 1955 and re-posted to his Regular Force Transport Company. Discharged from NZ Army 8 Mar 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Greenlane Hospital, Auckland, 1 Feb 1988 aged 57 years. His remains are interred in Papakura Public Cemetery, Great South Road, Papakura. |
| KAPA, Arthur Carr | 797330 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 01/07/2053 | 29/03/2054 | Born Te Kao, Northland, 17 Feb 1930. Came from Te Kao. Labourer for State Hydro Department at Nelson and was employed on high tension power line construction near Inangahua Junction. Attested 3 Feb 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 1 Jul 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued journey to Japan by civil airline and deplaned Iwakuni 4 Jul 1953. Entered Korea 25 Jul 1953 and was posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 27 Jul 1953. Accidentally injured 25 Jan 1954–blown up by mine, outside the marked safe lane area in a minefield. It had been thought that the area was safe although unproven. Small team was replacing a telephone line that had been destroyed by fire. Signalman Kapa was dragging a cable towards a line of poles that were being erected and the mine exploded severely wounding him. Left leg severed and other blast injuries, placed on Dangerously Ill List. Left leg amputated from lower thigh. Removed from Dangerously Ill List 3 Feb and place on Seriously Ill List. TSFD to Brit Com Gen Hosp, Kure, Japan 8 Feb 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 20 Mar 1954 and returned to NZ for further medical treatment. Deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 29 Mar 1954 and admitted Papakura Camp Hospital. Served overseas 272 days. Admitted Middlemore Hospital 31 Mar 1954 and received further in patient treatment until Jul. Received further outpatient and in-patient treatment until discharge. Discharged 26 Mar 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Medals stolen about 1979. Replacement medals re-issued at cost for recipient, now aged 80 years, to wear at ANZAC Day 2010. Received initial issue of NZOSM and KWSM. |
| KAPA, Kotene | 12980 | Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Rotoiti 2 | RNZN | 07/01/2052 | 19/03/2053 | Born Te Kao in the far north of Northland, on 10 Nov 1927. Employed as a labourer before he entered the RNZN on 26 May 1949 as a Stoker. His training was conducted in Tamaki and Philomel after which he was drafted to Bellona on 7 Feb 1950–26 Nov 1951. Advanced to Stoker Mechanic 30 Jun 1950. Drafted to Rotoiti on 27 Nov 1951 and sailed from Auckland on 7 Jan 1952 to serve with the UN Naval Forces in Korea. RTNZ 19 Mar 1953 but he remained in this ship. Advanced to Acting Leading Stoker Mechanic 22 Jun 1953 and then returned to Philomel 15 Aug–25 Nov 1953. Drafted to Black Prince 26 Nov 1953–19 Sep 1954. Advanced to Leading Stoker Mechanic 22 Jun 1954. Drafted to Bellona and advanced to Leading Mechanician (Engineering) on 19 Mar 1955. DEE 25 May 1955. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Later entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM (R) and KWSM. |
| KAPA, Parekura | 206971 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 10/12/2052 | 06/07/2054 | Born Rangitukia, East Coast 23 Jul 1928. Enlisted in 2nd Relief for Jayforce and embarked as Private for 2 Bn, NZ Regt, 15 Jul 1947. Also attached FAP to NZ Tokyo Battalion. RTNZ 16 Aug 1948 and was SOS Jayforce 24 Sep 1948. Tractor driver for Mr Cameron, Waerenga-a-Hika, Gisborne. Attested 30 Jul 1952 in Kayforce 4th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 10 Dec 1952 on a Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 13 Dec 1952. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 Jul 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland 6 Jul 1954. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 2 Sep 1954. Entitled to NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| KAPU, David | 211239 | Driver | NZRTU | RNZASC | 26/08/2053 | 27/11/2054 | Born Manunuji 22 Dec 1927. Timber worked for at Puketapu, Taumarunui. Attested in Kayforce 22 Apr 1953. Emplaned as a Driver at Auckland 26 Aug 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni 30 Aug 1953 but was TSFD to RNZA 18 Sep 1953 and remained in Japan until entering Korea on 23 Oct 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 22 Oct 1953. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for the return journey to Australia. Continued to deplane Auckland 27 Nov 1954 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 94 days. Discharged 19 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| KARA, Taiti Te Tomo | 568377 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 10/02/2054 | 23/11/2054 | Born Mahia, East Coast 14 Jan 1933. Farmer and shepherd from Te Puna Station, Wairoa. Ex TF soldier in 1 Bn Hawkes Bay Regt. Attested in Kayforce 23 Sep 1953. Emplaned Wellington 10 Feb 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued onto Japan by civil air deplaning Iwakuni 13 Feb 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 19 Feb and entered Korea 23 Feb 1954. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 22 Aug–4 Sep 1954 for artillery course. Embarked at Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for the return journey to Australia. Continued the return journey to NZ on a Teal flight deplaning at Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Served overseas 287 days. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Discharged 31 Dec 1954 and posted to TF Unit. Died circa 2000. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| KARAURIA, Kurupo | 14872 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Wharerangi, near Taupo 12 Feb 1934. Kurupo Karauria (alias Abrey Paul) was a farmhand before enlisting in the RNZN as an Ordinary Seaman 6 Aug 1953. After initial training in Tamaki and Philomel was drafted to Black Prince 21 Apr–29 Oct 1954 for his first sea service. Returned to Philomel for two months then went back to Black Prince 18 Dec 1954–10 Oct 1955. Advanced to Able Seaman 6 Feb 1955 and rated as G.L.3 (Gun Layer 3rd Class). Served at Irirangi 11 Oct 1955–3 Apr 1957. Drafted to Royalist 4 Apr 1957 and which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to serve in Malayan and Japanese/Korean waters but was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Served in the Seaman Division. On RTNZ returned to Philomel briefly before drafting back to Irirangi 29 Sep 1958–24 Oct 1960. Also served in Lachlan and finally in Royalist. DEE 18 Sep 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M) and NZGSM (K). |
| KAREPE, Tini | 204606 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 23/04/2053 | 21/12/2054 | Born 17 Nov 1923. Bushman employed by State Forest, Rotorua. Attested 12 Dec 1952 in Kayforce 6th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 23 Apr 1953 as a driver on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil air flight and deplaned Iwakuni 25 Apr 1954. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 3–4 May 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 18 Dec 1954 for RTNZ and discharge, deplaning Auckland 21 Dec 1954 from RNZAF Hastings. NZ Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served overseas one year 243 days. Discharged 14 Feb 1955. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NZDSM and KWSM. |
| KARIPA, John Buddy | 13966 | Able Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Bridge Pa, Napier, 14 Apr 1933, Farmhand before he enlisted as an Ordinary Seaman 27 Sep 1951. First sea service was in Bellona. Drafted to Kaniere 12 Jan 1953. Sailed from Auckland 2 Feb 1953. Travelled to Korean waters via Sydney, the Java Sea, Singapore and Hong Kong. Was a Gunner Class 2 and was trained on 4-inch main gun, Bofors 40 mm and Pompom. RTNZ 2 Mar 1954 via Hong Kong and Suva, Fiji. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Served in Bellona on its return to the UK and was in the crew of Royalist during the delivery voyage from NZ. Royalist was involved in the Suez Crisis. Later served in Black Prince in Royalist again for his final sea service. DEE 13 Dec 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (NE) and KWSM. Living in Levin 2012. |
| KARIPA, Robert William | 206503 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 02/08/2051 | 28/07/2052 | Born Gisborne 2 Oct 1925. Served in BCOF Japan. (81577 Private, Maori Bn and 2 Bn NZ Regiment. Labourer from Gisborne. Next-of-kin Mrs V Perry (Aunt), Rahui, Opotiki.) He was a slaughterman at the Wellington Meat Company, Ngauranga, Wellington. Attested 12 Jun 1951 in Kayforce Expansion Force on. Embarked Wellington 2 Aug 1951 on TSS Wahine and sailed For Korea. Flown by Qantas aircraft from Darwin to Japan deplaning Iwakuni 23 Aug 1951. Embarked Sasebo 26 Aug 1951 for the three-day trip and entered Korea 28 Aug 1951. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt. Awarded 28 days detention 16 Jul 1952 for AWOL (Kayforce ROs 41-1952 of 22 Jul 1952) Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Jul 1952 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 28 Jul 1952. Served overseas 362 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Sep 1952. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. These medals were returned as Robert Karipa had moved, leaving no address. The medals were re-issued in early 1967. Later awarded NZOSM, NZ Service Medal 1946–49 and KWSM. Died 21 Dec 1993 aged 68 years. |
| KATAE, Whakataha | 551454 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 20/04/2054 | 07/05/2055 | Born Tikitiki 10 Feb 1932. There is a cover of a file to a person of the same name who was a Home Guard member. If this is the same person he would have been 13 and a half at the end of the war. Station hand at Tikitiki and then went to Ocean Beach Freezing Company, Invercargill. Serving TF soldier in 10th Intake CMT. Attested 9 Dec 1953 in Kayforce. Emplaned Auckland 20 Apr 1954 on Teal flight to Sydney and continued by civil air to deplane Iwakuni, 24 Apr 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 3 May 1954 and entered Korea the following day. Attached FAP to CATC Inchon from 22 Aug to 4 Sep 1954 for training course possibly ammunition carriage. Posted back to 10 Tpt Coy and TSFD from RNZA to RNZASC 12 Oct 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 3 May 1955 for RTNZ and deplaned Auckland 7 May 1955 from a Teal flight ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 18 days. Discharged 17 Jun 1955 and posted to TF unit (1 Bn Hawkes Bay Regt). Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. Died Christchurch 7 Aug 1967 aged 35 years. |
| KATIPA, Boy Ahuroa | 211004 | Signalman | 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt | RNZ Sigs | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Mangatu, Gisborne, 21 May 1926. Labourer from Waihirere Farm Gisborne. Attested 15 Oct 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Auckland 12 Mar 1953 in the rank of Signalman on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 1 Comwel Div Sigs Regt 17 Mar and entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Accidentally injured 26 Jun 1953 by petrol burns right thigh and hand. Admitted 38 Canadian Field Ambulance. Discharged to unit 2 Jul 1953. Served overseas one year 201 days. Discharged from Kayforce 14 Dec 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 27 Jun 1954 and TSFD to RNZA. Posted to NZ Base HQ 22 Aug 1954. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and discharge. Deplaned Harewood 28 Sep 1954 from Teal flight ex Sydney. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died 20 Nov 1979 aged 53 years. |
| KATIPA, Rangi | 204331 | Lance Corporal | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 22/07/2052 | 21/11/2054 | Born Mercer 25 Jun 1930. Boilermaker and driver at Auckland, also employed by Rose Shipping Co, Mercer. Came from Pokeno. Attested 22 Feb 1952 as a Kayforce Replacement. Emplaned Auckland 22 Jul 1952 on Teal aircraft Aparima to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni 27 Jul 1952. Entered Korea 29 Jul and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy on the same day. Posted to NZ Base 10 Jun 1953. Accepted 4 Jun 1954 for a further 12 months service in Korea to commence after 28 days furlough in Japan and on re-entry to Korea. Promoted Temporary Lance Corporal 1 Aug 1953. Posted to NZ Base HQ. Promoted Temporary Corporal 1 Oct 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 30 Sep 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for the return journey to Australia. Continued the return journey from Sydney to NZ on a Teal flight deplaning at Auckland 21 Nov 1954. Served two years 123 days overseas. Discharged 11 Feb 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Re-enlisted in Kayforce in Jan 1956 but did not proceed overseas. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged 5 Mar 1956. Also applied to join Regular Force but was not accepted. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). |
| KAUI, Michael Tuhorouta | 802655 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 12/03/2053 | 28/09/2054 | Born Tikitiki, East Coast 25 Apr 1930. Labourer for Public Works Department on the Roxburgh Hydro station. Attested 29 Sep 1952 in Kayforce 5th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 12 Mar 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued by civil air and deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 14 Mar 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy 17 Mar and entered Korea 18 Mar 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice area. Emplaned Iwakuni 25 Sep 1954 for RTNZ and deplaned Harewood 28 Sep 1954 having left Sydney earlier that day. Served overseas one year 201 days. SOS Kayforce 24 Nov 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Enlisted in the Regular Force for service in Malaya. Embarked on TSS Captain Cook at Wellington 28 Nov 1957 and disembarked Singapore 15 Dec 1957. Spent a short time at Nee Soon before moving to the FARELF Training Centre at Kota Tinggi and undergoing training as a tracker. Mainly stationed at Sobraon Camp, Taiping. RTNZ on the TSS Captain Cook arriving at Wellington 16 Dec 1959. Awarded GSM 1918 clasp ‘Malaya’. Posted to RNZASC and served in 10 Tpt Coy. Discharged from Army 23 Jul 1962. Later awarded NZOSM and PJM. Entitled to NZDSM and KWSM. Died peacefully at his home in Christchurch 15 Feb 2022 aged 91 years, surrounded by family and friends. |
| KAUI, William | 211280 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/12/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Tokomaru Bay, East Coast 12 Mar 1926. Butcher for the Hawkes Bay Meat Co, at Hastings. Enlisted in Kayforce 9th Reinforcements 1 Jul 1953. Travelled to and from Korea by civil air. Emplaned Auckland 1 Dec 1953 on Teal flying boat to Sydney and then flew by Qantas via Guam and Manila to Japan. Deplaned Iwakuni 5 Dec 1953. Posted to 16 Fd Regt and entered Korea 21 Dec 1953. Attached FAP 10 Tpt Coy for D & M Course (Driving & Maintenance?) 6–11 Jun 1954. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Kobe, Japan for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the RTNZ deplaning from Teal flight at Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Served overseas 358 days. Discharged from Kayforce 10 Jan 1955. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Entitled to NZOSM and NZGSM (K). Died Napier 14 Jun 1970 aged 44 years. |
| KAUTA, Albert James | 208416 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 31/01/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Opotiki 23 Jun 1930. Plumber for Public Works Department at Lake Waitaki. Attested 27 Sep 1951 in Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Embarked on HMT Empire Langford for trip from Kure to Pusan. Entered Korea 30 Apr 1952. Posted from NZRTU to 16 Fd Regt 16 Apr 1952. Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned from Teal flight at Auckland ex Sydney. Served overseas one year 300 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. SOS Kayforce 3 Feb 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Died Torere, Opotiki 6 Jul 2006, buried 10 Jul 2006. |
| KAUWHATA, James | 34016 | Driver | Div HQ Tpt Platoon | RNZASC | 31/01/2052 | 12/11/2053 | Born 1 Jan 1917 Had previous service in a home defence unit (1 Bn Auckland Regt) from 1941-44 with Service No 1/3/1206 which was then changed to 801802. His discharge papers for this service appear to have been sent on 3 Aug 1948. Enlisted in the Regular Force 10 Oct 1949 and served in ND Company, RNZASC. Posted to Kayforce 3rd Reinforcements. Embarked Wellington 31 Jan 1952 on MV Wanganella for travel to Sydney. Disembarked 4 Feb and M/I to Glenfield Military Camp, Liverpool, Sydney. Embarked Sydney 5 Mar 1952 on HMT Devonshire for Japan and disembarked Kure 18 Mar 1952. Entered Korea 28 Mar 1952 and was posted to 10 Tpt Coy but was immediately TSFD to Div HQ Transport Platoon. Attached FAP to 1 Comwel Div Concert Party 28 Jul–12 Aug 1952. TOD to NZ Base HQ for Escort Duties 20–28 Aug 1952. Returned to 1 Comwel Div Concert Party 6–21 Sep 1952. Returned to Div HQ Tpt Platoon 21 Sep 1952. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Rest Centre 2–17 Nov 1952. Returned to Div HQ Tpt Platoon. Attached FAP 1 Comwel Div Concert Party 3–31 Dec 1952 and was then attached to HQ 28 Inf Bde until 26 Jan 1953. Had one more attachment to 1 Comwel Div Concert Party before returning to Div HQ Tpt Platoon in late Feb 1953. Admitted Brit Com Gen Hosp and was discharged to NZ Base HQ 22 Oct 1953. Emplaned Iwakuni 7 Nov 1953 and deplaned Auckland 12 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce and re-posted to the Regular Force, ND Company, RNZASC, 17 Jan 1954. Discharged from the Army 9 Nov 1954 at the completion of his engagement. Awarded Korea and UN Korea Medals. Died Manukau Harbour 10 Apr 1977. Entitled to NZOSM, NZDSM and KWSM. |
| KAVANAGH, Lionel Keith | 15530 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Royalist | RNZN | 20/05/2057 | 04/07/2058 | Born Rotorua 30 Aug 1940. He was working as a farmhand before he entered the RNZN on 19 Jan 1956 as a Boy 1st Class. His training was conducted in Tamaki here he advanced to Boy 1st Class then to Junior Seaman on 20 Dec 1956. He served in Philomel 4 Jan–25 Apr 1957 and was then drafted on 26 Apr 1957 to Royalist which sailed from Auckland on 20 May 1957 to take part in working up exercises with the RAN before heading onto Singapore. Involved in two bombardments of suspected Communist camps in the Kotta Tinggi area of Johore before sailing onto Hong Kong and then Japan and Korea. Was in the latter for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman on 1 Mar 1958. Served in the Seamen Division. Royalist RTNZ 4 Jul 1958 but he remained in her until 23 Sep 1958 when he returned to Philomel for three weeks. Drafted to Kaniere 20 Oct 1958–3 Jul 1959. Advanced to Able Seaman 1 Jun 1959. He was again in Philomel very briefly before returning to Kaniere on 9 Jul 1959. DEE 9 Apr 1960 BNPS. Later awarded NZOSM, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K) and PJM. |
| KAVENEY, Graham Vincent (Vince) | 924032 | Gunner | 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 30/12/2053 | 22/11/2054 | Born Dunedin 23 May 1930. Freezing worker for Southland Frozen Meat Company, Makarewa. Attested 7 Aug 1953 in Kayforce at Invercargill. Emplaned Wellington 30 Dec 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Continued to Japan by civil airline and deplaned Iwakuni 2 Jan 1954. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 9 Jan and entered Korea 10 Jan 1954. Attached FAP CATC Inchon 7–21 Mar 1954 for artillery course. Promoted Temporary Lance Bombardier 19 Jun 1954 and to Lance Bombardier 20 Oct 1954. Attached a second time to CATC Inchon 1–21 Aug 1954. Embarked Pusan 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia for RTNZ. Completed journey to New Zealand by air from Sydney and deplaned Harewood. Discharged from Kayforce 18 Jan 1955 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Awarded UN Korea Medal. Died Nelson City 31 Dec 1981 aged 51 years. Entitled to NZOSM, NZGSM (K) and NZDSM. |
| KAY-SMITH, William Thomas | 211100 | Driver | 10 (NZ) Tpt Company | RNZASC | 16/06/2053 | 23/11/2054 | Born Invercargill 12 Sep 1923. Driver for Peter Lowe & Sons, Hastings and was an operator of draglines, bulldozers and metal trucks. Attested 28 Jan 1953 in Kayforce 7th Reinforcements. Emplaned Wellington 16 Jun 1953 on Teal flight to Sydney. Completed the journey to Japan by civil air flight. Deplaned Iwakuni 20 Jun 1953. Posted to 10 Tpt Coy and entered Korea 25 Jun 1953. Served mainly in the Armistice Area. Embarked 10 Nov 1954 on HMT New Australia at Pusan for RTNZ and discharge. Completed the RTNZ deplaning from Teal flight at Auckland 23 Nov 1954. Served overseas one year 161 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Discharged from Kayforce 22 Jan 1955. Entitled to NZOSM and also the KWSM. Died Gore, 21 Jun 2018 aged 94 years. |
| KAY, Thomas Norman | 14864 | Stoker Mechanic | HMNZS Kaniere 3 | RNZN | 01/04/2056 | 08/05/2057 | Born Opunake, Taranaki, 26 Dec 1935. Went to school in Inglewood. Grocer's assistant before joining the RNZN as a Stoker on 6 Aug 1953. His first sea service was in Bellona and this was followed by service in Hawea 6 Aug 1954 to 30 May 1955. He advanced to Stoker Mechanic 6 Aug 1954. Drafted to Kaniere 14 Jan 1956 to 4 Feb 1958 and served in Korean and Malayan waters during that time. Was later involved in Operation Grapple monitoring the nuclear tests at Christmas Island. Served in Rotoiti from 14 Mar 1958 to 4 Jan 1960. His final sea service was of six weeks in Otago. DEE 25 Dec 1961. Later awarded NZOSM, NZGSM (K), NGSM clasp ‘Malaya’, NZSSM (Nuclear Tests) and PJM. Died Stratford? 7 Apr 2010 in his 75th year. |
| KAYE, Donald Victor Bruce | 206680 | Gunner | 161 Bty, 16 (NZ) Fd Regt | RNZA | 01/05/2052 | 25/11/2053 | Born Whanganui 16 Oct 1930. Salesclerk for National Cash Register Company, Wellington. Enlisted in Kayforce Replacement draft 10 Jan 1952. Emplaned Wellington 1 May 1952 on Teal flight to Sydney. Deplaned Iwakuni, Japan 3 May 1952. Posted to 16 Fd Regt 6 May and entered Korea 7 May 1952. Attached to CATC Inchon 22 Feb 1953 for an artillery course. Admitted Brit Com Comm Z Med Unit and was discharged 18 Jul 1953 Emplaned Iwakuni 21 Nov 1953 for RTNZ and discharge and deplaned Auckland 25 Nov 1953 from Teal flight ex Sydney. SOS Kayforce 26 Jan 1954 and posted to Class ‘C’ Reserve. Served overseas one year 209 days. Awarded Korea Medal and UN Korea Medal. Original issue of medals stolen and were replaced at cost. Enlisted in RNZAF circa 1982 as a General Service Hand but was later dismissed. Later awarded NZOSM and KWSM. Living North Shore circa 2005. Died at home Auckland 18 Dec 2016 aged 86 years. |
| KAYE, William Joseph (Willie) | 13370 | Ordinary Seaman | HMNZS Kaniere 1 | RNZN | 02/03/2053 | 02/03/2054 | Born Napier, 30 Jan 1935. Was a scholar before joining the RNZN as Boy 2nd Class on 15 Jun 1950. Was first stationed in Tamaki and advanced to Boy 1st Class on 2 Nov 1950. Drafted to Bellona 5 Jun 1951 for his first sea service and shortly after was drafted to Kaniere 18 Aug–2 Nov 1951. In Philomel 3 Nov 1951 to 11 Dec 1952. Drafted to Bellona again 12 Dec 1951. Advanced to Ordinary Seaman 30 Jul 1952. Returned to Philomel 12 Jan–9 Feb 1953. Drafted to Kaniere 10 Feb 1953 and sailed from Auckland on 2 Mar 1953 for service in Korean waters. Served mainly on the west coast on patrols and escort duties and after the Armistice was required to monitor the cease fire. Advanced to Able Seaman on 30 Aug 1953. RTNZ on 2 Mar 1954 but stayed with his ship until 26 May 1954. Drafted to Philomel 27 May–25 Oct 1954. Was then sent to HMAS Cerberus near Melbourne to attend a training course 26 Oct 1954–15 Mar 1956. Back in NZ he served in Philomel again and returned to Bellona for about three weeks in late 1955. Served in Pukaki 14 Aug 1956–13 Feb 1957. In Philomel again and then drafted to Royalist on 2 Apr 1957 which left Auckland 20 May 1957. After working up exercises with the RAN the ship carried onto Singapore and was involved in two bombardments on suspected communist camps in the Kotta Tinggi area of Johore before moving onto Hong Kong and then Japan and Korea. Served in Korean waters but Royalist was there for about five weeks from 8 Oct to 11 Nov 1957. RTNZ 4 Jul 1958. His final service was in Philomel. Discharged BPNS 24 Mar 1959. Later awarded NZOSM, UN Korea Medal, NGSM (M), NZGSM (K). Entitled to NZDSM. Died Australia 22 Jun 2010 in his 74th |