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George James HORDER

Regimental number217
Place of birthLaunceston Tas
ReligionMethodist
OccupationCarpenter
AddressGlen Dhu, Tennyson Street, East Malvern, Victoria
Marital statusMarried
Age at embarkation30
Next of kinWife, Mrs Edith Charlotte Horder, Glen Dhu, Tennyson Street, East Malvern, Victoria
Enlistment date1 February 1916
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name3rd Pioneer Battalion, A Company
AWM Embarkation Roll number14/15/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A62 Wandilla on 6 June 1916
Rank from Nominal RollLieutenant
Unit from Nominal Roll3rd Pioneer Battalion
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Distinguished Conduct Medal


Recommendation date: 6 March 1918

FateReturned to Australia 30 April 1919
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the whole period under review this warrant officer has shown remarkable powers or organization and leadership whilst in charge of working parties. As a platoon sergeant he has shown admirable energy, and his very fine example of complete fearlessness and presence of mind under fire has inspired his men with respect and confidence.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 31
Date: 4 March 1919

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