Name: |
BARRETT |
Given Name: |
HERBERT VICTOR |
Initials: |
H V |
Rank: |
Second LieutenantOther Casualties of this Rank |
Regiment: |
Royal Field Artillery |
Unit: |
110th Bde.Other Casualties from this Unit |
Unit 2: |
"D" Bty.Other Casualties from this Unit |
Former Regiment: |
formerly 1st Mounted Rifles |
Date of Death: |
1918-04-22Other Casualties on this
Date |
Age: |
26 |
Cause of Death: |
Died of wounds |
Decorations: |
M C |
Citations: |
LG Sup 17 September 1917 - "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As his brigade was going into action the column became disorganised by shell fire, which caused many casualties and blocked the narrow track. He at once took command, and by his splendid example of coolness and the clear orders which he gave under heavy shell fire order was restored, and the brigade was got into action before dawn." |
Additional
Information: |
Son of Charles Ashton and Eelkje Diederika Barrett, of Harrismith, Orange Free State, South Africa. Born Harrismith, Orange Free State. Educated at Hilton College, Natal. Served in the German South-West African Campaign with the Natal Carbineers. On Harrismith War Memorial, Free State. |
This information was last verified for accuracy: 2024-02-18
