Norman Michael “Norm” Gedye
Private · NZ #283269
| Rank | Private |
|---|---|
| Service number | NZ #283269 |
| Known as | “Norm” |
| Record | https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/war-memorial/online-cenotaph/record/131568 |
What this roll records
Rank not found online. Where to look: (1) Auckland War Memorial Museum Online Cenotaph (https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/war-memorial/online-cenotaph/search) - search surname, then match on this service number; the record shows rank as published in the 2NZEF Nominal Roll. (2) Archives NZ WWII personnel file (https://collections.archives.govt.nz) - definitive rank history, request required.
Verified 27 Jul 2026 vs Auckland Museum Online Cenotaph. Rank Private (2NZEF Nom. Roll 9). Full name Norman Michael Gedye. No DOB/DOD on record.
Mechanic in civilian life. Embarked/served with N.Z. Ordnance Corps. Source: Auckland War Memorial Museum Online Cenotaph.
AWMM records the forenames as “Norman Michael” (held here as Norm W.) — middle name differs (W. vs Michael). Source: Auckland War Memorial Museum Online Cenotaph.
See him in the full roll →Where this comes from
- AKA added from the LRDG Preservation Society’s Troopers roll (missing information).
- Additional sources (AWMM Online Cenotaph). Nominal Roll 2NZEF No. 9 (Embarkations 1 Jul–31 Dec 1942), p.146.
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