Regimental number | 471 |
Date of birth | |
Place of birth | Lismore, New South Wales |
True Name | HARLEY, Alfred |
Religion | Roman Catholic |
Occupation | Cabinetmaker |
Address | Lismore, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 22.1 |
Height | 5' 7.75" |
Weight | 142 lbs |
Next of kin | Brother, George Parker, Casino Road, Lismore, Victoria |
Previous military service | Nil |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 9th Light Horse Regiment, C Squadron |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 10/14/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A10 Karroo on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Squaron Sergeant Major |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 9th Light Horse Regiment |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Discharge date | |
Other details |
Enlisted under the false name of Alfred PARKER. Statutory Declaration, 27 March 1916: 'The reason why I enlisted under an assumed name was on account of being a professional boxer and family troubles caused me to do such. I did not see the importance of having my correct name until conscription was thought of and as well I have three brothers in the Army.' 'War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Palestine Commenced return to Australia on board HT 'Berrima', ; discharged (termination of period of enlistment), Brisbane, 2 November 1919. Medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Date of death | |
Age at death | 79 |
Sources | NAA: B2455, PARKER Alfred |