Regimental number | 2785 |
Place of birth | Williamstown Victoria |
Religion | Roman Catholic |
Occupation | Tinsmith |
Address | 24 Collins Street, Williamstown, Melbourne, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 23 |
Next of kin | Father, Patrick Sheahan, North Williamstown, Melbourne, Victoria |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 24th Battalion, 6th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/41/2 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A38 Ulysses on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 2nd Light Trench Mortar Battery |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During the operations east of YPRES 4/8th October, 1917, though painfully wounded through the arm, Pte. SHEAHAN continued to advance carrying a heavy load until the attack had succeeded. He set a fine example of grit and determination.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 95 Date: |