Regimental number | 4905 |
Place of birth | Surry Hills New South Wales |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Shop assistant |
Address | 3 Duxford Street, Paddington, New South Wales |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 21 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs E J Dolan, 3 Duxford Street, Paddington, New South Wales |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 1st Battalion, 15th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/18/4 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A15 Star Of England on |
Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 53rd Battalion |
Promotions |
2nd Lieutenant Unit: INF53 Promotion date: Lieutenant Unit: INF53 Promotion date: |
Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Conduct Medal Recommendation date: |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He took command of his platoon during an attack, and captured and consolidated his objective. He made a reconnaissance in front of his position and captured some prisoners. He continually went about among his platoon, which was scattered in shell holes, under very heavy fire. His courage and coolness set a fine example to all ranks.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 Date: |