Date of birth | |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Fruit grower |
Address | Burrum, North Coast Line, Queensland |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 27 |
Next of kin | Father, John Ross, Burrum, North Coast Line, Queensland |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Lieutenant |
Unit name | 9th Battalion, G Company |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board Transport A5 Omrah on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant-Colonel |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 9th Battalion |
Promotions |
Major Unit: 9th Battalion Promotion date: |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He led his company with great dash and initiative. Although hard pressed, his coolness and courage enabled the men to finally capture 500 yards of the enemy's line. Throughout he set a splendid example to his men.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 219 Date: |
Other details |
War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Commanded 9th Bn, 1918-19. Medals: Military Cross, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |