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Bertram Gordon THOMAS

Regimental number12224
Place of birthKapunda South Australia
ReligionMethodist
OccupationTelegraph operator
AddressMrs R Thomas, 36 Laura Street, St Peters, South Australia
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation19
Next of kinFather, Mr Thomas, 36 Laura Street, St Peters, South Australia
Enlistment date27 August 1915
Rank on enlistmentGunner
Unit nameField Artillery Brigade 6, Reinforcement 3
AWM Embarkation Roll number13/34/2
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A32 Themistocles on 28 January 1916
Rank from Nominal RollBombardier
Unit from Nominal Roll5th Field Artillery Brigade
FateEffective abroad (still overseas)
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During a very heavy gas and high explosive bombardment, which cut all the telephone lines, this N.C.O. worked for two hours in a small box-respirator on the lines, and succeeded in establishing communication. On returning to his battery, he assisted in putting out fires and saving two guns from damage. His resourcefulness and courage set a fine example to all.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 15
Date: 4 February 1919

Meritorious Service Medal


Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 173
Date: 7 November 1918

Date of death28 May 1956
Place of burialSpringvale Cemetery

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