| Regimental number | 5024 |
| Place of birth | Melbourne Victoria |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Occupation | Civil servant |
| Address | Melbourne, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 24 |
| Next of kin | Father, David Gillingham, 24 Gadd Street, Croxton, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Previous military service | 54th Infantry |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 30th Battalion, 14th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/47/4 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A74 Marathon on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Corporal |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | Australian Army Pay Corps |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Effective abroad (still overseas) |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during the operations between BELLICOURT and NAUROY on 29th September 1918. This man was a member of a patrol which was sent out with the object of clearing up the position around the village of NAUROY. On reaching the village defences he displayed remarkable dash and reckless daring in the bombing of the enemy. He led a party down a C.T. and met with fierce opposition. Despite this, he made progress, using his bombs most effectively till the supply became exhausted. He then posted his team in strong positions and went back for a fresh supply of bombs. On his return the attack continued, and the enemy resistance finally overcome. During this minor operation, no less that 10 of the enemy had been killed by his effective bombing. The great daring and disregard for his personal safety, together with his fine leadership cannot be too highly praised.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 109 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
