Regimental number | 23 |
Religion | Methodist |
Occupation | Stockman |
Address | Minerva Siding, Springsure Line, Queensland |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 20 |
Next of kin | Father, John Bond, Minerva Siding, Springsure Line, Queensland |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | Machine Gun Company 11 |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 24/16/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A30 Borda on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Lance Corporal |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 3rd Machine Gun Battalion |
Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Meritorious Service Medal Recommendation date: |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Meritorious Service Medal 'This Non Commissioned Officer has done continuous good work with the transport since March 1918 and has commanded the company transport throughout two operations. On both occasions he has always personally ensured that the supply of ammunition and rations have reached the company in the line. His example of untiring energy and devotion to duty has inspired all who have worked under him, and has ensured the utmost effort being put forward under the most trying conditions.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 67 Date: |
Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Meritorious Service Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |