Background
POLSON, Donald was born on October 10, 1871 in New Zealand. Son of George M‘Leod Poison, Helmsdale, Scotland.
POLSON, Donald was born on October 10, 1871 in New Zealand. Son of George M‘Leod Poison, Helmsdale, Scotland.
Christchurch, New Zealand.
Served six years in New Zealand Volunteer Force. Appointed Captain in 5th New Zealand Contingent in South Africa, 20 June 1900 (despatches, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order). Decorated for services in North-Western Transvaal.
Companion of the Distinguished Service Order 1900. New Zealand Mounted Rifles. Captain, New Zealand Defence Force.