| Regimental number | 1738 |
| Place of birth | Winchester England |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Boilermaker |
| Address | 88 Silore Street, St. Peters, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 23 |
| Next of kin | Father, Joseph Edwards, L1 St James Lane, Winchester, Hants, England |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 3rd Battalion, 4th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/20/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A9 Shropshire on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lance Corporal |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 3rd Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal For conspicuous bravery at Mont de Merris near Strazeele on 14 April 1918. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous bravery at MONT de MERRIS near STRAZEELE on morning of 14th April, 1918. When an ammunition carrier was severely wounded 30 yards from his post, Lance Corporal EDWARDS went out and carried him to his post. By his prompt action he undoubtedly saved the man's life.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 185 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
