About Walter Sydney Hammond
Lived 1906 – 1982 (aged 76). Walter Sydney Hammond was a New Zealand police officer.
Walter Sydney Hammond (2 July 1906 – 13 December 1982) was a New Zealand policeman, private detective and bailiff. He was born in Gravesend, Kent, England, on 2 July 1906.
In the 1932 New Year Honours, Hammond was awarded the King's Police Medal, in recognition of his gallantry during the rescue of crew from the steamer Progress, which was wrecked in Ōwhiro Bay, Wellington, on 1 May 1931.
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Who was Walter Sydney Hammond?
Policeman, private detective, bailiff
When was Walter Sydney Hammond born?
Walter Sydney Hammond was born on 2 July 1906 in Gravesend.
When did Walter Sydney Hammond die?
Walter Sydney Hammond died on 13 December 1982 in Lower Hutt.
What was Walter Sydney Hammond's occupation?
Walter Sydney Hammond was a police officer.
What nationality was Walter Sydney Hammond?
Walter Sydney Hammond was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Walter Sydney Hammond
· DBpedia: Wally Hammond (police officer)
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