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Ernest WYNDOE

Regimental number4783
Place of birthBattersea England
ReligionChurch of England
OccupationLift attendant
Address93 Holt Avenue, Mosman, New South Wales
Marital statusSingle
Age at embarkation18
Next of kinMother, Mrs M Wyndoe, 93 Holt Avenue, Mosman, New South Wales
Enlistment date10 January 1916
Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll31 January 1916
Rank on enlistmentPrivate
Unit name19th Battalion, 12th Reinforcement
AWM Embarkation Roll number23/36/2
Embarkation detailsUnit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A40 Ceramic on 13 April 1916
Rank from Nominal RollLance Corporal
Unit from Nominal Roll18th Battalion
FateReturned to Australia 19 June 1919
Medals

Military Medal

'During the attack on MT. ST. QUENTIN near PERONNE on 31st August 1918, Private WYNDOE displayed exceptional courage and ability. He was posted with his Lewis gun on the right flank of his company which was in the air. During two determined enemy attacks along the trench on this flank and although continually subjected to heavy minenwerfer fire, he alone kept the enemy at bay with his Lewis gun until bombing squads were organised to meet them. His remarkable gallantry and determination when faced with great danger undoubtedly checked a serious menace to his company.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 115
Date: 10 October 1919

Other details

War service: Western Front

Medals: Military Medal, British War Medal, Victory Medal

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