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Edward O'DONNELL

Regimental number637
ReligionPresbyterian
OccupationLabourer
AddressLismore, Victoria
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation22
Next of kinEdward O'Donnell, Lismore, Victoria
Enlistment date6 April 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name21st Battalion, C Company
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/38/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A38 Ulysses on 10 May 1915
Rank from Nominal RollPrivate
Unit from Nominal Roll21st Battalion
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Military Medal


'Determination and bravery as regimental messenger under heavy fire, throughout operations.' (Pozieres).
Recommendation date: 9 August 1916

FateReturned to Australia 30 January 1918
Date of death25 May 1953
Place of burialLismore Cemetery

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