| Regimental number | 277 |
| Place of birth | Malvern, Victoria |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Student |
| Address | Corner Toorak and Glenferrie Roads, Malvern, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 20 |
| Next of kin | Father, Dr Robert Hodgson Cole, Corner Toorak and Glenferrie Roads, Malvern, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Previous military service | 55th Infantry |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Corporal |
| Unit name | Australian Flying Corps, No 1 Squadron, C Flight |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 8/4/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A67 Orsova on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Captain |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | Australian Flying Corps |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Cross Recommendation date: Distinguished Flying Cross Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. With another officer he attacked and disorganised six enemy machines that were about to attack our cavalry with bombs. The engagement was continued until all six machines were forced to return to their lines. His skill and courage on all occasions have been worthy of the greatest praise.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 219 Date: |
| Other details | Medals: Military Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
