| Regimental number | 3510 |
| Place of birth | Auburn, Victoria |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Architectural draftsman |
| Address | Claremont Crescent, Canterbury, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 23 |
| Next of kin | Father, A E H Carleton, Claremont Crescent, Canterbury, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Sapper |
| Unit name | 6th Field Company Engineers |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 14/25/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 6th Field Company Engineers |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Cross Work at Broodseinde Ridge on 4 October 1917. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He organized and carried out the construction of a strong point during an attack. His party was subjected to very heavy fire throughout but he completed his task including the wiring of the position, in spite of heavy casualties to his party. Having completed the work and sent his party back he remained on the spot himself to attend to the wounded. He set a most inspiring example of courage and determination.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 120 Date: |
| Other details |
War Service: Egypt, Western Front Medals: Military Cross, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
