| Regimental number | 3640 |
| Place of birth | Woodford Victoria |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Blacksmith |
| Address | c/o Mrs. Stewart, Swanston Street, Terang |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 26 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs. Farrar, Same address |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Sapper |
| Unit name | Divisional Signal Company 2, Headquarters, Section 1 |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 22/12/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Sergeant |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 5th Divisional Signal Company |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Meritorious Service Medal 'Farrier-Sergeant FARRER has, during the period from 25th February, 1918, to 16th September, 1918 served with his unit - until 25th March on the MESSINES front, and for the remainder of the period on the front East of AMIENS - in the capacity of Farrier-Sergeant. he has been responsible for the welfare and work of over one hundred and twenty horses. in the advance from VILLERS-BRETONNEUX to the SOMME CANAL between 8th and 31st August horses were extensively used in connection with establishing communications, and their condition was of paramount importance. Farrier Sergeant FARRER rendered invaluable service in the supervision of this branch of the company's work. he has at all times been most devoted and zealous in his duties. In this respect he has been an excellent example to others and has undoubtedly been successful in keeping horses fit for duty at critical periods. His devotion to duty is worthy of special recognition.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 67 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
