Regimental number | 424 |
Place of birth | Daringhurst New South Wales |
Religion | Roman Catholic |
Occupation | Railway porter |
Address | 75 Barcombe Avenue, Darlinghurst, Sydney, New South Wales |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 20 |
Next of kin | Father, Thomas Keary, 75 Barcombe Avenue, Darlinghurst, Sydney, New South Wales |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 4th Battalion, H Company |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/21/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board Transport A14 Euripides on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Company Sergeant Major |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 4th Battalion |
Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Conduct Medal Work at Chuignes on 223 August 1918. Recommendation date: |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry at Chignes, 23 August, 1918. This warrant officer was of great assistance in maintaining direction and keeping the flanks in touch. In one instance he rushed a machine gun post, killing the crew, and capturing the gun. He set a wonderful example throughout.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 35 Date: |