| Regimental number | 1290 |
| Place of birth | Colton, South Australia |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Occupation | Farmer |
| Address | Springsure, Elleston, West Coast, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 20 |
| Next of kin | Father, Laurence Thomas Boylan, Springsure, Elleston, West Coast, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 9th Light Horse Regiment, 10th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 10/14/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board HMAT A70 Ballarat on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Driver |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 32nd Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During an attack he rushed an enemy machine gun and captured it, killing two of the crew and making prisoners of the others. Our advance, which was nearly held up, proceeded without a check. His gallantry and dash were witnessed by the whole platoon who were greatly encouraged by his brilliant example.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 31 Date: |
| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Richmond Cemetery |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
