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William DEONCK

Regimental number201
Place of birthLedo Russia
ReligionOrthodox
OccupationFireman
AddressLeda, Vilna, Russia
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation23
Next of kinMother, Mrs Mary Deonck, Leda PO, Leda, Russia
Enlistment date25 February 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name17th Battalion, A Company
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/34/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board Transport A32 Themistocles on 12 May 1915
Rank from Nominal RollCorporal
Unit from Nominal RollArmy Provost Corps
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Military Medal


Recommendation date: "1 September to 20 December 1915"

FateDischarged 24 November 1919
Medals

Military Medal

'As a bomber on Quinn's Post, where bombing was exceptionally heavy, he proved himself reliable, keen and energetic. His demeanour among his comrades is invaluable owing to his cheerful disposition under the most adverse circumstances.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 62
Date: 19 April 1917

Other details

War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front

Medals: Military Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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