| Regimental number | 22039 |
| Place of birth | Myrtleford Victoria |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Occupation | Tanner |
| Address | Beechworth, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 18 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs J Gilchrist, Last Street, Beechworth, Victoria |
| Enlistment date | |
| Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
| Rank on enlistment | Gunner |
| Unit name | Howitzer Brigade 23, Battery 107 |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 13/133/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A7 Medic on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Bombardier |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 8th Field Artillery Brigade |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Effective abroad (still overseas) |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For gallantry in action during the operations from 8th August to September 3rd, 1918, between HAMEL and CLERY on the SOMME. Bombardier MATHIESON and [25457] Gunner HOOPER are particularly keen and reliable gunners. In spite of heavy hostile fire they have manned their gun, displaying great devotion to duty and absolute disregard of personal safety.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 109 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Springvale Cemetery |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
