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Charles TOGNINI

Regimental number4343
Place of birthDaylesford Victoria
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationShop-keeper
AddressBunbury, Western Australia
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation29
Next of kinMother, Mrs E H Tognini, Bridge Hotel, Footscray, Victoria
Enlistment date21 September 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name16th Battalion, 13th Reinforcement
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/33/3
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Fremantle, Western Australia, on board HMAT A54 Runic on 29 January 1916
Rank from Nominal RollPrivate
Unit from Nominal Roll48th Battalion
FateReturned to Australia 27 July 1917
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry in action. Although wounded, he carried out a daring patrol with great courage and determination. He set a splendid example throughout.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 62
Date: 19 April 1917

Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Distinguished Conduct Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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