Regimental number | 3928 |
Religion | Methodist |
Occupation | Labourer |
Address | Yatpool, via Mildura, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 22 |
Next of kin | Father, J W Robins, Yatpool, via Mildura, Victoria |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 6th Battalion, 12th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/23/3 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Lance Corporal |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 1st Machine Gun Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'During the operations near ZONNEBEKE east of YPRES 4/8th October, 1917, this man did most valuable work as runner. He worked continually under the heaviest of enemy barrages and showed the greatest courage and persistence though worn out through want of sleep. He volunteered for very dangerous work and showed great willingness in the performance of all tasks.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 76 Date: |