| Regimental number | 1944 |
| Place of birth | Wagga Wagga New South Wales |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Labourer |
| Address | Darling Street, Dungay, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 28 |
| Next of kin | Friend, Mrs. T. Kelly, Darling Street, Dungay, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 6th Light Horse Regiment, 13th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 10/11/3 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A60 Aeneas on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Sergeant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 13th Field Artillery Brigade |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'On the morning of the 6th November, 1917, while the 113th Howitzer Battery was in action near WESTHOEK, east of YPRES, No. 1944 Corporal J.D. STEWART was in charge of a gun whilst Gunner JONES was the layer. During the time the Battery was in action heavy enemy fire was directed on the Battery position. Though Corporal STEWART was knocked down by a bursting shell he picked himself up and continued to command his gun, and he and his detachment remained on duty until the shoot was completed, thus exhibiting great courage and devotion to duty, at a time when it was most necessary. The excellent example and devotion to duty displayed by this N.C.O. is deserving of special recognition. Awarded Military Medal 19th November, 1917.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 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
