Percy Overton Lambly
Born 13 Dec 1914 - Died 8 Sept 1955
- Service number
- WWII 62740 AWMM
- Also known as
- Nip AWMM
- Armed force / branch
- Army AWMM
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- War
- World War II, 1939-1945 AWMM
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About birth
- Birth
- 13 Dec 1914 AWMM
- Date of birth
- 13 Dec 1914Public - Lorraine Mona - Researcher - 18 May 2026 - https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/189945523/percy-overton-lambly
- Place of birth
- Mangonui, Far NorthlandPublic - Lorraine Mona - Researcher - 18 May 2026 - https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/189945523/percy-overton-lambly
- Birth notes
- Son of Percy William & Eva Evangeline LAMBLYPublic - Lorraine Mona - Researcher - 18 May 2026 - https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/189945523/percy-overton-lambly
- Address before enlistment
- WW2 Unknown AWMM R.D., Kaitaia, New Zealand AWMM
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- Next of kin
- WW2 Mrs E.E. Lambie (mother), R.D., Kaitaia, New Zealand AWMM
- Relationship status
- Unknown AWMM Single AWMM
Wars and conflicts
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- World War II, 1939-1945 AWMM
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- Armed force / branch
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- WWII 62740 AWMM
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Military decorations
- Medals and Awards
- Military Cross (MC) AWMM
10 May 1945 AWMM
"During the attack on 2 August 1944 on Villa Da Baberina 2/Lt. Lambly's platoon was ordered to advance and secure the right flank of the company. This he did with skill and determination. During the advance his platoon was subjected to heavy mortar and shell fire resulting in his being seriously wounded. When ordered by his Company Commander to report to the Regimental Aid Post he refused, and although suffering intense pain, continued to lead the attack, displaying courage and leadership of the highest order. This officer was himself first on the objective, personally annihilating one anti tank gun. After reporting success he lost consciousness. 2/Lt. Lambly's grim determination and gallantry was instrumental in enabling the rest of his company in securing their objective. At all times he showed devotion to duty of the highest order. (London Gazette 10/5/1945 (I)) The National Archives. Recommendation for Award for Lambly, Percy Overton. (Ref. WO 373/11/595). Military Cross. " AWMM - War Medal 1939-1945 AWMM
- New Zealand War Service Medal AWMM
- Military Cross (MC) AWMM
Training and Enlistment
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- Enlistment
- WW2 Unknown AWMM Truck Driver/Civilian AWMM
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Embarkations
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- WW2 Sergeant AWMM 28 (Maori) Battalion AWMM Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force AWMM
Prisoner of war
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Medical history
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Last known rank
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Biographical information
- Second Lieutenant Percy Overton ‘Nip’ Lambly, MC, was born in Mangonui and raised on his parents’ farm at Oruru, Northland. He was the son of P. W. Lambly and his wife and attended Oruru School. Before enlisting, he worked as a truck driver, later operating his own trucking business, and assisted on the family farm.
A keen sportsman, Lambly played rugby for Awanui, Kaitaia and Oruru, represented Mangonui County and North Auckland, and was selected for a North Island Minor Unions team. He also represented Mangonui in cricket, playing for the Mangonui and Peria clubs.
Lambly entered military service in 1940 and departed overseas as a sergeant in 1941. He subsequently gained a commission and served in the North African and Italian campaigns. Wounded at El Alamein, he spent five months in hospital. He was seriously wounded again in Italy and repatriated to New Zealand by hospital ship in November 1944. By May 1945, he was convalescing at his parents’ farm following treatment at Auckland Hospital's military annexe.
He was awarded the Military Cross for his overseas service. AWMM
About death
- Death
- 8 Sept 1955 AWMM
Age 41 AWMM - Date of death
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- Cemetery
- Kaitaia Public Cemetery Kaitaia New Zealand AWMM RSA Section, Plot 17 AWMM
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Memorial
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Sources
- External links
- 28th Maori Battalion Website 1941-1945
http://www.28maoribattalion.org.nz/
Further Reference - Cody, J. (1956). 28 (Maori) Battalion. Wellington: Dept. of Internal Affairs, War History Branch. Digital copy.
http://nzetc.victoria.ac.nz/tm/scholarly/tei-WH2Maor.html
Further Reference - 'The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Italy.' (London Gazette, 10 May 1945, p.2455.). Military Cross.
http://www.london-gazette.co.uk/issues/37072/supplements/2455
Further Reference - The National Archives. Recommendation for Award for Lambly, Percy Overton. (Ref. WO 373/11/595). Military Cross.
http://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.uk/SearchUI/Details?uri=D7353885
Further Reference - Lieut P. O. Lambly, M.C Northern Advocate, 21 May 1945, Page 5
https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NA19450521.2.110
Further Reference
- 28th Maori Battalion Website 1941-1945
- References
- Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force. (1942). Nominal Roll Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force No. 5 (Embarkations from 1st July, 1941 to 30 September, 1941). Wellington, N.Z.: Govt. Printer.
WW2 5: WW2 120 - Cody, J. (1956). 28 (Maori) Battalion. Wellington, N.Z.: Department of Internal Affairs, War History Branch.
- Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force. (1942). Nominal Roll Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force No. 5 (Embarkations from 1st July, 1941 to 30 September, 1941). Wellington, N.Z.: Govt. Printer.
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