Rifleman
John Wilson
Conflict:
WW1
Additional Information:
Son of Mrs. F. Phipps (formerly Wilson), of Cook St., Havelock, Blenheim.
References:
NZ WAR GRAVES
Public Contributions:
John Wilson born 25th Sept 1893 was 23 when he left NZ shores, one of three brothers that went to WW1 and the only one to die. He died on 5/4/18 the same day as his oldest brother set foot back on NZ... Read MoreAdd a Story or Photo
Personal Tributes:
Casualty
Service Number:
52120
Name:
John Wilson Rank:
Rifleman
Date of Birth:
25 September 1893
Place of Birth:
Marlborough, Havelock,
Date of Enlistment:
Not known
Occupation on Enlistment:
Taxi Driver Employer:
Not stated Armed Force:
Army
Unit:
3 New Zealand (Rifle) Brigade, 4 Battalion
Casualty Details
Cause of Death:
Killed in action
Date of Death:
05 April 1918
Day of Death:
Friday
Conflict:
WW1