| Regimental number | 131 |
| Place of birth | Co Fermanagh, Ireland |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Occupation | Drapery salesman |
| Address | Corradurun, Chiswick, Sydney, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 21 |
| Next of kin | T. Maguire, Decrylister PO, Co Fermanagh, Ireland |
| Enlistment date | |
| Place of enlistment | Randwick, New South Wales |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 4th Battalion, D Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/21/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board Transport A14 Euripides on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Sergeant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 4th Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He maintained his position against a determined enemy attack. He set a splendid example of courage and determination.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 169 Date: Bar to Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and dash in an operation against an enemy position. When his platoon was subjected to heavy machine gun fire from a flank, he organized a small party, and attacked the post with bombs, capturing the gun and two prisoners. Later he led a patrol forward, and with rifle fire and bombs dispersed an enemy party which was forming up to attack. Throughout the action he displayed brilliant courage and leadership.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 31 Date: |
| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Macquarie Park Cemetery |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
