| Regimental number | 2372 |
| Place of birth | Mundoora, South Australia |
| Religion | Methodist |
| Occupation | Blacksmith |
| Address | Koolunga, South Australia |
| Marital status | Married |
| Age at embarkation | 24 |
| Next of kin | Wife, Mrs Frances Norah Boughen, Mundoora, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 50th Battalion, 5th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/67/3 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board HMAT A73 Commonwealth on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Sergeant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 27th Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Conduct Medal Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'Corporal BOUGHEN has rendered conspicuous service over a lengthy period. On 8th July, 1918, at VILLERS BRETONNEUX, this N.C.O. lead an attack on the enemy trenches, and by his pluck and example was instrumental in the success of the operation. 1,8000 yards of trench, 17 prisoners and 2 machine guns were captured in this position. During this attack, which was carried out in daylight, Corporal BOUGHEN single handed rushed a post which was offering resistance, killing two and capturing three of the enemy. He has served almost continuously with his Battalion, and has rendered invaluable service. During the advance east of AMIENS from 8th August, 1918, to 3rd October, 1918, his great courage and initiative were large factors which made for the success of the operations.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 135 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
