| Place of birth | Bulli New South Wales |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
| Occupation | School teacher |
| Address | Thirroul, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 23 |
| Next of kin | Father, Mr R Bevan, Colliery Manager, Thirroul, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | 2nd Lieutenant |
| Unit name | 4th Battalion, 15th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/21/4 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A15 Star Of England on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Captain |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 53rd Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Cross Altered to Mention in Despatches: not awarded. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'During the advance on Peronne on 1st September 1918, he led his platoon forward with great gallantry in face of heavy artillery and machine gun fire. On reaching his final objective he found his flanks exposed and the enemy behind him. Nevertheless, he fought his way back with great skill and determination through a nest of machine guns, killing many of the enemy, and eventually rejoined his company. His splendid example of resolution and tenacity inspired all under his command.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 67 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Cross, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
