| Regimental number | 13073 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Draper |
| Address | Watson Street, Melang, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Maria Jane Blackwell, Watson Street, Melang, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | MED26.54.1SUPP |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Lance Corporal |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 11th Field Ambulance |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal 'Work near Hamel on 8 August 1918.' Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'During the operations on 8th August, 1918, east of HAMEL, while in charge of bearer squads clearing the Regimental Aid Posts, he showed great courage and determination under heavy enemy shell fire, he directed his men and organised their work, ensuring that the wounded were carried out of the shelled area without delay. By his example he inspired his men and greatly assisted in the rapid evacuation from the Aid Posts. Again on the 12th August, 1918, he displayed fine qualities of leadership under heavy enemy shell fire.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 61 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
