| Regimental number | 10799 |
| Place of birth | Eastwood South Australia |
| Religion | Church of Christ |
| Occupation | Clerk |
| Address | Thomas Street, North Croydon, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 22 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Elizabeth Steele, Thomas Street, North Croydon, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
| Rank on enlistment | Sapper |
| Unit name | Divisional Signal Company 3 |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 22/13/2 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A11 Ascanius on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Corporal |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 3rd Divisional Signal Company |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry in action and devotion to duty. On 24th April, 1918, near VAUX SUR SOMME, during an attack by the enemy, this soldier worked continuously for twenty four hours repairing lines, under heavy enemy shell fire and gas attacks. Time and time again this soldier volunteered to go out and repair breaks in the line, always in the face of great danger without any fear for his own personal safety. At one period of the battle it was imperative that the line should be repaired without delay. This he accomplished although compelled to wear his gas mask and was under very heavy enemy shell fire. His action and bravery was the admiration of everyone near him.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 1 Date: |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
