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Michael SCARRABELOTTI

Regimental number3917
Place of birthCoraki New South Wales
ReligionRoman Catholic
OccupationLabourer
AddressRichmond River, New South Wales
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation22
Next of kinFather, M Scarrabelotti, Coorabell Creek via Bangalow, New South Wales
Enlistment date21 September 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name9th Battalion, 12th Reinforcement
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/26/3
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board HMAT A50 Itonus on 30 December 1915
Rank from Nominal RollCorporal
Unit from Nominal Roll49th Battalion
FateReturned to Australia 5 April 1919
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'During the period September-November 1918, he displayed marked gallantry in action and devotion to duty at all times. During the operations near Vendelles in September he volunteered on one occasion to cut the enemy wire to allow our troops to pass through, and in a subsequent attack contributed in a large measure to the success of his company.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 42
Date: 20 May 1920

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