| Regimental number | 419 |
| Date of birth | |
| Place of birth | Wagga Wagga, New South Wales |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Occupation | Draftsman |
| Address | 'Wyotu', Trail Street, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales |
| Marital status | Single |
| Age at embarkation | 20 |
| Next of kin | Mrs E H Ferguson, 'Wyotu', Trail Street, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales |
| Previous military service | 16th Battery Australian Field Artillery |
| Enlistment date | |
| Rank on enlistment | Battalion Quartermaster Sergeant |
| Unit name | Field Artillery Brigade 1, Battery 3 |
| AWM Embarkation Roll number | 13/29/1 |
| Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board Transport A8 Argyllshire on |
| Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
| Rank from Nominal Roll | Captain |
| Unit from Nominal Roll | 15th Field Artillery Brigade |
| Recommendations (Medals and Awards) |
Military Cross Recommendation date: |
| Fate | Returned to Australia |
| Medals |
Military Cross 'Since the inception of this Battery viz 5.7.16, he has by his example and ability, inspired and set a high standard for Trench Mortar work. On the night of 19.8.16, in front of Fleurbaix, he cut the wire and breached the enemy parapet so well, that the raiders on return declared that they were in the enemy's trenches before they realised it. He thus established a confidence in trench mortar work, that was much appreciated throughout the entire Division, and by his constant success of tasks since that date, that confidence has been maintained. He has gained the admiration of his men and inspired them in their duty by his fearlessness under heavy shell fire.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 103 Date: |
| Other details |
War service: Western Front Died as a result of wounds and gassing. Medals: Military Cross, British War Medal, Victory Medal |
| Date of death |
Postal Address:
Po Box 7916
Canberra BC 2610, Australia
Street Address:
Northcott Drive,
Campbell, ACT 2600
