Regimental number | 96 |
Place of birth | Perth Scotland |
Religion | Presbyterian |
Occupation | Driver |
Address | 14 Charles Street, Footscray, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 27 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Smith, 14 Charles Street, Footscray, Victoria |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 5th Battalion, A Company |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/22/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board Transport A3 Orvieto on |
Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 5th Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Cross 'On 8th May 1915, during operations south of Krithia, for conspicuous gallantry and good services in rallying and leading men forward to the attack. Although wounded in both arms, he continued to direct his men, setting a valuable example of devotion to duty.'
Source: 'London Gazette' No. 6539 Date: |