| Regimental number | 6131 |
| Place of birth | Edinburgh Scotland |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
| Occupation | Horse driver |
| Address | Perth, Western Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 18 |
| Next of kin | Father, James Ochiltree, 87 Cambridge Street, Leederville, Western Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 16th Battalion, 19th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/33/4 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Fremantle, Western Australia, on board HMAT A28 Miltiades on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 16th Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'Is brought under notice for splendid work and gallantry during operations near ZONNEBEKE on the 26th September, 1917. When the Red Line was very heavily shelled, he by his cool example steadied the men around him. At one time the enemy barrage was so heavy that the trenches were being obliterated. This man appreciated the situation and getting those around him together, he led them out to the front and into shell holes where they were safer. He thereby saved many casualties. He is recommended for distinction.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 31 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
