| Regimental number | 1274 |
| Place of birth | Tarcowie, South Australia |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Labourer |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 20 |
| Height | 5' 10" |
| Weight | 157 lbs |
| Next of kin | Father, James Gaghen, Booleroo Centre, South Australia |
| Previous military service | Nil |
| Enlistment date | |
| Place of enlistment | Morphettville, South Australia |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 16th Battalion, H Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/33/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on |
| Regimental number from Nominal Roll | 1274A |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Gunner |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 10th Field Artillery Brigade |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Discharge date | |
| Other details |
War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Sources | NAA: B2455, GAGHEN Christmas Harold |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
