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Louis RICCI

Regimental number294
Place of birthEdinburgh Scotland
ReligionRoman Catholic
OccupationFarm labourer
AddressGrand Central Coffee Palace, Perth, Western Australia
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation21
Next of kinSister, Mary Ricci, Lanark, Scotland
Enlistment date9 September 1914
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name16th Battalion, D Company
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/33/1
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on 22 December 1914
Rank from Nominal RollPrivate
Unit from Nominal Roll16th Battalion
FateReturned to Australia 29 April 1918
Medals

Military Medal

'This man is a stretcher-bearer, and is brought to notice for his exceptionally gallant conduct during the enemy attack on our lines near HEBUTERNE on the 5th April 1918. With a complete disregard for his own safety, and under intense artillery fire, he ministered to the care and comfort of the wounded men. He subsequently assisted with the evacuation of the wounded, and to reach the Regimental Aid Post he had to pass through three distinct enemy barrages. His cheerfulness and gallant conduct on this occasion were an inspiration to all with whom he came in contact. he is recommended for distinction.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 1
Date: 2 January 1919

Other details

War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front

Medals: Military Medal, 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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