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Frederick George SELLICK

Regimental number2484
Place of birthNelligen, New South Wales
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationFarmer
AddressShallow Crossing via Milton, New South Wales
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation21
Next of kinSister, Mrs Sarah Shea, Shallow Crossing via Milton, New South Wales
Enlistment date13 May 1916
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name45th Battalion, 5th Reinforcement
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/62/3
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A68 Anchises on 24 August 1916
Rank from Nominal RollCorporal
Unit from Nominal Roll45th Battalion
FateReturned to Australia 12 May 1919
Medals

Distinguished Conduct Medal

'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. This man as battalion scout moved ahead of the attacking troops looking for machine gun nests and posts. When found he used his light Lewis gun to keep their heads down till they were rushed by the oncoming troops. His energy and skill prevented casualties in the attacking waves'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 36C
Date: 14 March 1919

Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Distinguished Conduct Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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