Regimental number | 6126 |
Place of birth | Belfast, Ireland |
Religion | Presbyterian |
Occupation | Shipwright |
Address | Claremont, Western Australia |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 32 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Matilda Gourley, Riverside Road, East Frematle, Western Australia |
Enlistment date | |
Place of enlistment | Perth, Western Australia |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 16th Battalion, 19th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/33/4 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Fremantle, Western Australia, on board HMAT A28 Miltiades on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 32nd Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'During the operations near NAUROY on the 29th September 1918 Private GOURLEY showed great courage, initiative and devotion to duty. He was in charge of one of two Lewis Gun teams which were sent forward to protect the flank of the Battalion where a gap had occurred. The enemy at the time were attacking at that place and prompt action had to be taken. Private GOURLEY never wavered but led his team into position and at once opened fire on the advancing enemy. The manoeuvre was brilliantly executed and although subjected to very heavy Machine Gun fire he continued to hold on to his position and to fire until the attack was repelled. His coolness and bravery throughout the operation and his fine example greatly encouraged his comrades and he is entitled to high commendation.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 109 Date: |
Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Date of death | |
Sources | NAA: B2455, GOURLEY James |