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James Alfoncis MOODIE

Regimental number1104
Place of birthBurrumbeet Victoria
ReligionRoman Catholic
OccupationLabourer
AddressBurrumbeet, Victoria
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation23
Next of kinFather, J. Moodie, Learmonth, Victoria
Enlistment date8 January 1915
Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll5 January 1915
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name4th Light Horse Regiment, 7th Reinforcement
AWM Embarkation Roll number10/9/2
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board RMS Persia on 10 August 1915
Rank from Nominal RollCorporal
Unit from Nominal Roll4th Light Horse Regiment
Recommendations (Medals and Awards)

Distinguished Conduct Medal


Refers 30 September 1918.
Recommendation date: "Unspecified"

FateEffective abroad (still overseas)
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'Whilst in charge of a flank patrol at Sasa on 30 September 1918, this non-commissioned officer came upon a party of 122 enemy, with four machine guns, waiting to enfilade our flank. He, with his patrol of three men, in company with another non-commissioned officer and three men, with great dash and determination, charged the enemy, whom they dispersed and forced to surrender.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 42
Date: 20 May 1920

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