| Regimental number | 1194 |
| Religion | Methodist |
| Occupation | Quarter binder |
| Address | Daisybank, Whiting Street, Gore Hill, Sydney, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 18 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs D Blaw, Daisybank, Whiting Street, Gore Hill, Sydney, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | Light Trench Mortar Battery, Reinforcement 2 |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 13/130/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Corporal |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 13th Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal Work near Lihons on 16 August 1918. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'On the morning 16th August 1918, near LIHONS, Lance Corporal BLAW, who was in charge of the Battalion Scouts, displayed unexampled energy, fearlessness and resource as patrol leader. At the time the enemy dispositions were uncertain, but BLAW repeatedly led patrols forward, established contact with the enemy right along out front and brought back such accurate reports of the maze of trenches in front that the Battalion was enabled to advance another 500 yards without a casualty. BLAW was an inspiring example to his men, and his skill in reconnaissance was only equalled by his bravery.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 75 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
