| Regimental number | 664 |
| Place of birth | Casino New South Wales |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Lineman |
| Address | c/o Mrs M Bentley, Richmond River, Casino, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 28 |
| Next of kin | Mrs M Bentley, Richmond River, Casino, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 9th Battalion, F Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/26/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board Transport A5 Omrah on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Sergeant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 9th Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Unspecified Recommendation date: Military Medal Great skill and coolness in handling Platoon. Consistent marked ability and courage on patrol duty. (Lagnicourt 15 April 1917) Recommendation date: Distinguished Conduct Medal Work at Villeret on 18 September 1918. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For most conspicuous gallantry and dash at Villeret, on 18 September, 1918. When he saw two platoons in front held up by machine gun fire, he at once led his platoon under heavy fire to a flank position, and got his gun into action. He then charged the trench with his platoon, killing one and capturing twenty. Later, he led a charge against an enemy field gun and captured it; he also captured several prisoners. Throughout he behaved splendidly.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 20 Date: Military Medal 'At LAGNICOURT, FRANCE, on 15th April 1917, Sgt. BENTLEY showed great skill and coolness in handling his platoon and even though wounded continued to direct the fire of his men until the enemy were checked and driven back. During his company's tour on outpost duty this N.C.O. showed exceptional ability and courage when out on reconnoitring patrols. His work at all times has been performed with marked ability, and his devotion to duty and tireless energy has been most marked.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 174 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Medals: Distinguished Conduct Medal, Military Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Casino Cemetery |