THE PRO PATRIA PROJECT
CLOSEY Septimus James Edgar
25/15, Captain, Auckland Regiment, WW1

CITATION
Military Cross
Gazetted 25 November 1916, p11550
For conspicuous gallantry in action.  He assumed command of and led, his company with great courage and initiative, capturing and consolidating his position.  He set a splendid example to his men.

KNOWN AWARDS
Military Cross
British War Medal
Victory Medal

NOTES
Born 13 October 1892
Died 3 November 1981, New Zealand