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Edward James THOMPSON

Regimental number2493
Place of birthGrafton, New South Wales
True NameBRIDGHAM, Edward James
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationFarm hand
Address133 William Street, Sydney, New South Wales
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation22
Height5' 4.25"
Weight141 lbs
Next of kinMrs N. O'Connor, 38 Richard Street, Newtown, Sydney, New South Wales
Previous military serviceNil
Enlistment date12 May 1915
Place of enlistmentLiverpool, New South Wales
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name3rd Battalion, 7th Reinforcement
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/20/2
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A67 Orsova on 14 July 1915
FateReturned to Australia 25 October 1919
Discharge date26 January 1920
Other details

War service: Egypt, Gallipoli, Western Front

Medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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