Regimental number | 1275 |
Place of birth | Newcastle New South Wales |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Blacksmith's striker |
Address | Burke Street, Carrington, Newcastle, New South Wales |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 21 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs John Williams, Burke Street, Carrington, Newcastle, New South Wales |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 35th Battalion, D Company |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/52/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A24 Benalla on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 35th Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'For most gallant conduct and devotion to duty during attack on enemy position near MORLANCOURT on the night of 5th/6th May, 1918. Private WILLIAMS acted as No. 1 of a Lewis Gun. An enemy machine gun opened out on his Company front and threatened to seriously impede the advance. Firing his gun from his hip he rushed the position, killed the gun team and captured the gun. Acting alone he showed exemplary courage and initiative, and undoubtedly saved his Company many casualties, and obviated what might have been a serious delay.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 15 Date: |
Other details |
War service: Western Front Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal |