| Regimental number | 2690 |
| Place of birth | Nerang Queensland |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Monoline operator |
| Address | River Street, South Murwillumbah, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 22 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs E A Young, River Street, South Murwillumbah, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 9th Battalion, 8th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/26/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board HMAT A55 Kyarra on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Sergeant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 9th Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For gallantry and able leadership during the period 16-17 September to 11 November, 1918. At Villeret on the 18 September 1918, when his officer had become a casualty, he led the platoon successfully against enemy strong points. On reaching the line of exploitation he organized his platoon and selected sites commanding enemy approaches.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 42 Date: |