| Regimental number | 612 |
| Place of birth | Newcastle New South Wales |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Painter |
| Address | Pitt Street, Singleton, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Married |
| Age at embarkation | 29 |
| Next of kin | Wife, Mrs Eliza Simpson, Pitt Street, Singleton, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 36th Battalion, B Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/53/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A72 Beltana on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 62nd Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During two years' service in the field, in which he has taken part in every action in which the battalion has been engaged, he has frequently commanded a platoon in the line with great ability, displaying high qualities of gallantry and devotion to duty. He has frequently volunteered for tasks of danger, and as patrol leaders he has obtained most useful information. His fine example has inspired confidence in his comrades of all ranks, whose respect and admiration he has won by his behaviour both in the line and out of it.
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 31 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
