| Regimental number | 7 |
| Place of birth | Horsham, Victoria |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Grazier |
| Address | Brim Springs, Horsham, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 22 |
| Height | 5' 4.75" |
| Weight | 140 lbs |
| Next of kin | Mrs Jean Cavanagh, Brim Springs, Horsham, Victoria |
| Previous military service | Served for 3 years in Senior Cadets |
| Enlistment date | |
| Place of enlistment | Colac, Victoria |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 23rd Battalion, Headquarters |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/40/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A14 Euripides on |
| Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | Australian Flying Corps |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Conduct Medal For conspicuous gallantry as a Lewis Gunner throughout the operations of the Brigade in France from 26 March 1916. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Effective abroad (still overseas) |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry in action. He has repeatedly fought his machine gun with great courage and determination and has set a splendid example throughout.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 116 Date: |
| Discharge date | |
| Other details |
Medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Sources | NAA: B2455, CAVANAGH Eric Richard |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
