| Regimental number | 6131 |
| Date of birth | |
| Place of birth | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
| Occupation | Horse driver |
| Address | Perth, Western Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 18.3 |
| Height | 5' 6.5" |
| Weight | 130 lbs |
| Next of kin | Father, James Ochiltree, 87 Cambridge Street, Leederville, Western Australia |
| Previous military service | Served 1 month in the Militia; thereafter in Exempt Area. |
| 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: |
| Discharge date | |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Tried by Field General Court Martial, 10 February 1918; found Guilty of being Absent without Leave, 31 December 1917-18 January 1918; sentenced to 90 days' Field Punishment No 2. Tried by District Court Martial, 17 November 1918, on charge of being Absent without Leave, 2 December 1918-19 February 1919; sentenced to 6 months' detention; 90 days remitted; further 30 days remitted, 23 April 1919. Commenced return to Australia on board HT 'Barambah', 3 September 1919; discharged (termination of period of enlistment), Perth, 17 November 1919. Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal Also served in World War II: Service No W62463. |
| Sources | NAA: B2455, OCHILTREE Andrew |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
