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Norman DAWKINS

Regimental number5185
Place of birthWarrnambool, Victoria
ReligionPresbyterian
OccupationGrocer
Address100 Park Street, Subiaco, Western Australia
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation26
Next of kinMrs Dawkins, 100 Park Street, Subiaco, Western Australia
Enlistment date14 January 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit nameLight Horse Brigade Train 3
AWM Embarkation Roll number25/100/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A51 Chilka on 2 February 1915
Rank from Nominal RollDriver
Unit from Nominal RollAustralian Mounted Division Signals
FateReturned to Australia 29 April 1919
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'During September and October, 1918, whilst in command of a cable detachment, this warrant officer showed great energy in maintaining communications. He has on previous occasions done particularly good work under fire.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 59
Date: 8 July 1920

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