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Alfred PARKER

Regimental number471
Date of birth13 September 1893
Place of birthLismore, New South Wales
True NameHARLEY, Alfred
ReligionRoman Catholic
OccupationCabinetmaker
AddressLismore, Victoria
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation22.1
Height5' 7.75"
Weight142 lbs
Next of kinBrother, George Parker, Casino Road, Lismore, Victoria
Previous military serviceNil
Enlistment date12 October 1914
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name9th Light Horse Regiment, C Squadron
AWM Embarkation Roll number10/14/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A10 Karroo on 11 February 1915
Rank from Nominal RollSquaron Sergeant Major
Unit from Nominal Roll9th Light Horse Regiment
FateReturned to Australia
Discharge date2 November 1919
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 death22 August 1973
Age at death79
SourcesNAA: B2455, PARKER Alfred

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