| Regimental number | 51 |
| Date of birth | |
| Place of birth | Auburn, South Australia |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Survey cadet |
| Address | Auburn, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 24.8 |
| Height | 5' 10.5" |
| Weight | 170 lbs |
| Next of kin | John Walter Yeatman, Auburn, South Australia |
| Previous military service | Nil |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Sapper |
| Unit name | Divisional Signal Company 1 |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 22/11/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A10 Karroo on |
| Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 50th Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'At NOREUIL on 2nd April, 1917, this Non Commissioned Officer showed great gallantry and devotion to duty while leading his Platoon in action. Although blown up and rendered unconscious for a few moments he picked himself up and led his platoon under heavy shell and rifle fire in an admirable manner. Later when the Company attacked, he led his platoon against portion of our trench then temporarily occupied by the enemy. Although wounded he still continued to lead his men. He forced the enemy back, who, at that time were again counter attacking.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No 174 Date: |
| Discharge date | |
| Other details |
War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front Commenced return to Australia on board HT 'Argyllshire', 9 December 1918; appointment terminated (discharged), 15 April 1919. Medals: Military Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal Also served in World War II: Service No S69632. |
| Date of death | |
| Sources | NAA: B2455, YEATMAN John Digby |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
