Regimental number | 1126 |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Farmer |
Address | Springhurst, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 34 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Sarah Jane Aldridge, Springhurst, Victoria |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 37th Battalion, D Company |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/54/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A34 Persic on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 37th Battalion |
Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal Recommendation date: |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'On 4th October 1917, East of YPRES, he displayed conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in action. He acted as stretcher bearer in the very trying conditions owing to shell fire and very deep mud. Regardless of his personal safety, he worked continuously through two days and set an example which was an inspiration to others.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 95 Date: |
Discharge date | |
Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |