| Regimental number | 2238 |
| Place of birth | Blinman, South Australia |
| Religion | Methodist |
| Occupation | Lineman |
| Address | 55 Second Avenue, St. Peters, South Australia |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 24 |
| Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Elizabeth Williams, 55 Second Avenue, St. Peters, South Australia |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 3rd Light Horse Regiment, 15th Reinforcement |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 10/8/4 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board HMAT A68 Anchises on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Bombardier |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 13th Field Artillery Brigade |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'On the morning of 29th October, 1917, east of WESTHOEK, drivers of the 113th Battery were engaged in packing ammunition to the gun pits. The party came under very heavy enemy fire on the corduroy road and other ammunition carrying parties turned back. No. 2238 Gunner Douglas Gordon WILLIAMS together with two of his comrades, realising the importance of their task, proceeded to carry up their ammunition through the barrage. The action of these men inspired the remainder of the party to follow, with the result that the ammunition which was much required at the battery was duly delivered. This man has always set a high example to his comrades and his conduct on this occasion is deserving of special recognition. Awarded Military Medal 19th November, 1917.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 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
