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Ralph Dillion RADFORD

Other NamesRalph Dilton
ReligionBaptist
OccupationClothier
AddressGoodwood, South Australia
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation26
Next of kinMother, Mrs Emma Augusta Radford, Angus Street, Goodwood, South Australia
Enlistment date1 May 1916
Rank on enlistment2nd Lieutenant
Unit name3rd Divisional Cyclist Company
AWM Embarkation Roll number12/6/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A64 Demosthenes on 18 May 1916
Rank from Nominal RollLieutenant
Unit from Nominal Roll3rd Cyclists Battalion
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Mention in Despatches


'(Bullecourt 4-8 May 1917) Conspicuously good leadership and splendid example of gallantry & cheerfulness under most trying conditions.'
Not awarded.
Recommendation date: 15 May 1917

FateReturned to Australia 20 May 1919
Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: British War Medal, Victory Medal

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