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Dove, William Walter

    Date of birth:
    1894
    Date of death:
    1976
    Nationality:
    New Zealander

    Biography

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    Period:
    First World War (1914-1918)
    Rank:
    Temporary Captain
    Unit:
    New Zealand Rifle Brigade, New Zealand Division, New Zealand Military Forces
    Awarded on:
    February 13th, 1917
    "For conspicuous gallantry in action. He rendered most valuable service in planning the details of a raid and in carrying out dangerous patrolling operations. He has previously done fine work."
    Military Cross (MC)
    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Brigadier
    Unit:
    Command administration, 2nd New Zealand Expeditionary Force Pacific Section (2NZEF IP), New Zealand Military Forces
    Awarded on:
    July 27th, 1944
    Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)
    "In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Fiji and New Caledonia from ist September, 1943, to 29th February, 1944.
    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Brigadier
    Unit:
    Command administration, 2nd New Zealand Expeditionary Force Pacific Section (2NZEF IP), New Zealand Military Forces
    Awarded on:
    November 2nd, 1946
    Legion of Merit - Officer (LoM - O)

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