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Thomas Charles EDWARDS

Regimental number300
Place of birthManildra New South Wales
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationSettler
Address'Rockville', Bulgong via Wingham, New South Wales
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation26
Next of kinFather, Thomas Henry Edwards, Coobang Street, Parkes, New South Wales
Enlistment date1 January 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name12th Light Horse Regiment, B Squadron
AWM Embarkation Roll number10/17/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A29 Suevic on 13 June 1915
Rank from Nominal RollCorporal
Unit from Nominal Roll12th Light Horse Regiment
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Distinguished Conduct Medal


Recommendation date: 25 September 1918

FateReturned to Australia 23 July 1919
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'During the attack on Semakh, on 25 September, 1918, he displayed conspicuous gallantry in capturing enemy positions single handed. He captured fourteen of the enemy, and showed a fine example of dash, courage and devotion to duty.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 42
Date: 20 May 1920

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