Regimental number | 867 |
Place of birth | Manchester England |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Farm labourer |
Address | Kaloona via Inverell, New South Wales |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 26 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs E Shatwell, Kaloona via Inverell, New South Wales |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Lance Corporal |
Unit name | 33rd Battalion, C Company |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/50/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A74 Marathon on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Staff Sergeant |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 33rd Battalion |
Fate | Effective abroad (still overseas) |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as scout. He has done excellent reconnaissance work, and proved himself a splendid leader, He has always displayed coolness, initiative, and resource in difficult situations which have been an inspiration to all ranks.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 137 Date: |