Regimental number | 3891 |
Place of birth | Pittsworth Queensland |
Religion | Roman Catholic |
Occupation | Clerk |
Address | Pittsworth, Queensland |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 23 |
Next of kin | Father, James Prior, Pittsworth, Queensland |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 25th Battalion, 9th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/42/3 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board HMAT Wandilla on |
Medals |
Meritorious Service Medal 'From the formation of the Battalion in March, 1916, until January, 1917, this N.C.O. did consistent good work, especially in the heavy fighting at POZIERES and first battle of the SOMME. From January, 1917, until present time he has been Battalion Orderly Room Sergeant and his work has been very efficient. He has proved extremely zealous and conscientious, and rendered valuable assistance in the administration of the Battalion.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 113 Date: |