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Robert Geoffrey HORNIMAN

Regimental number2711
Place of birthHinton New South Wales
ReligionPresbyterian
OccupationClerk
AddressCampbelltown, New South Wales
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation24
Next of kinFather, David Horniman, Campbelltown, New South Wales
Enlistment date6 April 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name3rd Battalion, 8th Reinforcement
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A54 Runic on 9 September 1915
Rank from Nominal RollCaptain
Unit from Nominal Roll4th Battalion
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Military Cross


Work near Roisel on 11-12 September 1918.
Recommendation date: 2 October 1918

FateReturned to Australia 6 July 1919
Medals

Military Cross

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty whilst in command of a company during operations east of Roisel, 11th-21st September 1918. When the enemy put down a heavy barrage and counter attacked he handled his company with great skill, eventually beating off the enemy and consolidating the positon. Near Hargicourt on 18th September, in command of the support company, he showed initiative and determination in helping the troops on the left flank to hold their ground against a counter attack. At all times he set a fine example of coolness and courage.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 129
Date: 20 November 1919

Other detailsMedals: Military Cross, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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