Regimental number | 1524 |
Other Names | George Massey |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Clerk |
Address | 133 Williams Road, Hawthorn, Melbourne, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 18 |
Next of kin | Father, Clement Broadbent, 133 Williams Road, Hawthorn, Melbourne, Victoria |
Enlistment date | |
Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 21st Battalion, 1st Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/38/2 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A35 Berrima on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Corporal |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 6th Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Military Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and endurance at MOUQUET FARM on the 26th August, 1916, as runners between the front line and Brigade Headquarters under heavy fire of machine guns and artillery. Lance Corporal BROADBENT in particular distinguished himself by his instant readiness to undertake dangerous duty and the reliability of his work. The services of both soldiers call for the highest praise.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 62 Date: |