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William John HUGHES

Regimental number521
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationFarmer
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation22.2
Height5' 11"
Weight154 lbs
Next of kinFather, Edward Hughes, Hanging Rock, New South Wales
Enlistment date26 August 1914
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name2nd Light Horse Regiment, C Squadron
AWM Embarkation Roll number10/7/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board HMAT A15 Star Of England on 24 September 1914
FateNo details of fate entered on Nominal Roll
Other details

War service: Egypt, Gallipoli

Commenced return to Australia from Suez on board HT 'Nestor', 9 February 1916 (enteric fever).

Medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal
Miscellaneous detailsSee 2638 William John HUGHES for second period of service.

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