Veteran Notes/Bio
He was a drover and gave his address as Market St Sydney. He was born in Waverley. He joined the army as a corporal and was promoted to Sergeant, then 2nd Lieutenant and Lieutenant. He was wounded at Gallipoli. Later he was awarded a Military Cross for gallantry. the following is a quote fromthe Commonwaelth Gazette 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During an attack by the enemy this officer manoeuvred his squadron into a position from which he enfiladed them, causing them to retire with loss. During the retirement he charged with two troops, and captured 45 prisoners, one machine gun, and two automatic rifles. His coolness and quickness were largely responsible for the success of the counter attack.'