Regimental number | 2064 |
Place of birth | Clampton Park England |
Religion | Church of England |
Occupation | Fireman |
Address | GPO, Perth, Western Australia |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 19 |
Next of kin | Mother, Mrs Louisa Yates, 23 Dunlace Road, Clapton Park London, England |
Enlistment date | |
Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 16th Battalion, 5th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/33/2 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Fremantle, Western Australia, on board HMAT A20 Hororata on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 48th Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during an attack. He attacked an enemy dug out single handed, capturing a machine gun and eight prisoners. On reaching the objective he took a Lewis gun forward and established it in a most advantageous position under heavy fire. He made a careful reconnaissance of the ground in front, and showed great courage and coolness throughout.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 110 Date: |
Date of death | |
Place of burial | Cornelian Bay Crematorium |