| Regimental number | 3314 |
| Place of birth | Normanville South Australia |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Labourer |
| Address | Renmark, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 18 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Mabel Douglas, Renmark, Laundry, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 32nd Battalion, 7th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/49/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board HMAT A57 Malakuta on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 43rd Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Having located an enemy post, he went out, supported by the rifle fire of two other men, and met an enemy patrol. He immediately rushed forward, attacked the patrol, wounding one and taking him prisoner. By his plucky action, he secured important information, and set a very fine example of courage and the success of the promptness of action when in a serious position.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 15 Date: |
| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Wilcannia Cemetery |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
