| Regimental number | 553 |
| Place of birth | Launceston, Tasmania |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
| Occupation | Carpenter |
| Address | 44 John Street, North Williamstown, Victoria |
| Marital status | Married |
| Age at embarkation | 34 |
| Next of kin | Wife, Mrs Ada Maud Blackmore, 2 Campbell Street, Coburg, Victoria |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 22nd Battalion, C Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/39/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A38 Ulysses on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Company Sergeant Major |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 22nd Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Distinguished Service Medal Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Miscellaneous information from cemetery records | Plaque in Victorian Garden of Remembrance |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'During the attack near Estrees, on 4 October, 1918, he showed great gallantry and able leadership. He led four signallers against an enemy post, and captured six prisoners. Later, when the officer of the next platoon was wounded, he assumed command, and led the assault on the final objective, when he was severely wounded.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 35 Date: |
| Date of death |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
