| Regimental number | 3769 |
| Place of birth | Enfield South Australia |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Driver |
| Address | Walkerville, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 22 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs A Way, Walkerville, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 16th Battalion, 12th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/33/3 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board RMS Malwa on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 48th Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'At WESTHOEK on the night of 28th September, 1917, for great gallantry and devotion to duty. Corporal WAY was in charge of party of men detailed to report to Brigade Headquarters. A sudden hostile barrage fell on the party killing 4 and wounding 8. He collected the wounded and carried them to Aid Post and then went on with the remainder of his party and reported for duty. His coolness and brave example greatly inspired those under him.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 31 Date: Bar to Military Medal 'For gallantry and devotion to duty near VILLERS BRETONNEUX on 3rd May, 1918. Though suffering acutely from his knee he went over with his Company in the attack and with great courage and determination reach his objective. When advancing he came into contact with a strong party of the enemy and with two men to help him, at once attacked them and drove them out of the trench. Throughout the showed great coolness, cheerfulness and courage under very critical conditions and his conduct acted as an inspiration to the men under his control.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 15 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Egypt, Western Front Medals: Military Medal & Bar, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
