| Regimental number | 2785 |
| Place of birth | Williamstown Victoria |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Occupation | Tinsmith |
| Address | 24 Collins Street, Williamstown, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 23 |
| Next of kin | Father, Patrick Sheahan, North Williamstown, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 24th Battalion, 6th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/41/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A38 Ulysses on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 2nd Light Trench Mortar Battery |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the operations east of YPRES 4/8th October, 1917, though painfully wounded through the arm, Pte. SHEAHAN continued to advance carrying a heavy load until the attack had succeeded. He set a fine example of grit and determination.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 95 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
