| Regimental number | 835 |
| Place of birth | Korrumborough, Victoria |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Occupation | Bootmaker |
| Address | 99 Coppin Street, Richmond, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 18 |
| Next of kin | Father, 99 Coppin Street, Richmond, Melbourne, Victoria |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Private |
| Unit name | 31st Battalion, D Company |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/48/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT A62 Wandilla on |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Private |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 31st Battalion |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Medal Work near Vauvillers on 9 August 1918. Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Medal 'On the 9th August 1918 near VAUVILLERS, East of VILLERS-BRETONNEUX this man did wonderful work as a stretcher bearer. His Company was exposed during the day to heavy machine gun and shell fire, and it became necessary to take risks in order to rescue the wounded. He showed an utter disregard for his personal safety, and refused to take a rest until the whole of the wounded had been removed to the rear. He made many trips through a very heavy machine gun barrage, and throughout the operation set a splendid example to his fellow bearers.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 61 Date: Bar to Military Medal 'For gallantry and devotion to duty. Carried a message over a distance of 300 yards through heavy artillery and Machine Gun fire. Finding bridges blown up across marshes and canals, he had to wade and swim to get across. He exhibited marked courage in the face of extreme danger. Above was near VILLERS-CARBONNEL on 30th August, 1918.'
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| Date of death | |
| Place of burial | Springvale Cemetery |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
