| Regimental number | 3134 |
| Place of birth | Delegate New South Wales |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Tea agent |
| Address | Pambula, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 19 |
| Next of kin | Father, James Dowling, Pambula, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 55th Battalion, 8th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/72/4 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A29 Suevic on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 55th Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal (Altered to Distinguished Conduct Medal) Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He accompanied his officer and sergeant in storming a strong point in advance of the objective during an attack. The enemy machine gun crew were silenced, and the gun, together with 30 prisoners, captured. His prompt and fearless action saved many casualties.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 Date: |
| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Springvale Cemetery |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
