Regimental number | 2900 |
Other Names | Douglas Gordon |
Religion | Presbyterian |
Occupation | Storeman |
Address | Pine Street, Germanton, New South Wales |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 18 |
Next of kin | Father, C.H. Brough, Pine Street, Germanton, New South Wales |
Enlistment date | |
Date of enlistment from Nominal Roll | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 2nd Battalion, 9th Reinforcement |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/19/2 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board HMAT A8 Argyllshire on |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Gunner |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 14th Field Artillery Brigade |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He has frequently shown great coolness and determination under difficult conditions. More than once he saved an awkward situation by taking charge under heavy fire and controlling men of his own and other units by his example and leadership.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 137 Date: |