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Herbert WILSON

Regimental number541
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationFisherman
AddressWalker Street, Maryborough, Queensland
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation22
Next of kinThomas W Wilson, Walker Street, Maryborough, Queensland
Enlistment date22 August 1914
Rank on enlistmentCorporal
Unit name9th Battalion, E Company
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/26/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board Transport A5 S.S. Omrah on 24 September 1914
Regimental number from Nominal RollCommissioned
Rank from Nominal RollLieutenant
Unit from Nominal Roll9th Battalion
FateReturned to Australia 19 June 1919
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry during operations. After an attack he was of the greatest assistance to his officer in repairing the damage done to the trenches, displaying the greatest energy and determination.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 62
Date: 19 April 1917

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