| Regimental number | 879 |
| Place of birth | Walcha New South Wales |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
| Occupation | Shearer |
| Address | Ashford, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 23 |
| Next of kin | Father, D Sutherland, Ashford, New South Wales |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Lance Corporal |
| Unit name | 33rd Battalion, C Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/50/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A74 Marathon on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Corporal |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 33rd Battalion |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'For gallant service and devotion to duty on the night of 3rd/4th March, 1918, during raid on enemy trenches in vicinity of WARNETON. This N.C.O. was a member of a party detailed to mop up a strong point. He entered the trench with four men, and formed a block in the vicinity of the strong point in spite of severe opposition by enemy bombers. In spite of having three of his party wounded, he courageously held on till relieved by a strong party. He exhibited fine leadership, and was a splendid example to his men of personal courage.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 120 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
