Regimental number | 4851 |
Place of birth | London England |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Labourer |
Address | Hazeldene, Red Range, New South Wales |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 23 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs M Mortlock, 10 Maud Road, Westham, London, England |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 3rd Battalion, 15th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/20/3 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A15 Star Of England on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Corporal |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 55th Battalion |
Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Conduct Medal Recommendation date: |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. After the objective had been captured an ememy strong point in advance of the position considerably harassed the work of consolidation. In company with his officer and two other men he rushed the strong point, put the machine gun crew out of action, cleared the position, and captured 30 prisoners. He saved many casualties by his prompt and fearless action.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 Date: |