| Regimental number | 523 |
| Place of birth | Melbourne, Victoria |
| School | Wesley College. Melbourne, Victoria |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Farmer |
| Address | Charlton Park, Ponto via Wellington, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 21 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Priscella Newell, Charlton Park, Ponto via Wellington, New South Wales |
| Previous military service | Served in the Wesley College Volunteer Cadet Force. |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 36th Battalion, B Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/53/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A72 Beltana on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 36th Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Cross Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Place of death or wounding | Gallipoli, Turkey |
| Age at death | 26 |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in a raid on the enemy's trenches. When strong opposition was encountered he led a bombing attack, overcoming the enemy's resistance by his splendid leadership and determination, and enabled the raiding party to enter the enemy's trench. He took over the command of an officer who was wounded, and accomplished his task with great skill. He set a magnificent example throughout.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 165 Date: |
| Family/military connections | Brother: 5619 Lance Corporal Kenneth Gilmore Turner NEWELL, 17th Bn, effective abroad. |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Cross, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Date of death |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
