Regimental number | 22239 |
Place of birth | Launceston Tasmania |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Engine driver |
Address | Glen Dhu Street, Launceston, Tasmania |
Marital status | Married |
Age at embarkation | 35 |
Next of kin | Wife, Mrs A Quarry, Glen Dhu Street, Launceston, Tasmania |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | BSM |
Unit name | Howitzer Brigade 23, Battery 108 |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 13/133/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A7 Medic on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | BSM |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 3rd Divisional Ammunition Column |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'On the 8th August, 1918, during the attack on the enemys position east of HAMEL, B.S.M. QUARRY displayed much bravery in the handling of his Pack troop and established two forward Brigade dumps, containing ammunition and bombs, shortly after Zero hour. Although subjected to heavy enemy fire, by his skilful direction he carried out the operation mentioned without casualties. By his cheerfulness and bravery he set a very fine example to the men of his troop.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 61 Date: |
Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |