| Regimental number | 639 |
| Place of birth | Durham England |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Sail tentmaker |
| Address | Russell Street, Dyatala, South Australia |
| Marital status | Married |
| Age at embarkation | 40 |
| Next of kin | Wife, Mrs Ellen M Cameron, Russell Street, Dyatala, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 43rd Battalion, D Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/60/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board HMAT A19 Afric on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 43rd Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Conduct Medal Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in charge of his company after all the officers of the company had become casualties. He led the company throughout the attack, and on reaching the objective showed marked ability in reorganizing and making his dispositions. Despite heavy shell fire, the reports he sent back to battalion headquarters were remarkably accurate and complete.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
