| Regimental number | 1749 |
| Place of birth | London England |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Hospital wardsman |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 21 |
| Next of kin | Father, Arthur E Whitear, 190 Manton Road, London SE, England |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 24th Battalion, 2nd Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/41/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A64 Demosthenes on |
| Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 24th Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and ability in an attack. After all officers had become casualties, he assumed command of his company, and held the position until ordered to retire.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 219 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
