9th LHR, AIF

9th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "A" Squadron

9th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "A" Squadron, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A26 Armadale 12 February 1915.

The HMAT A26 Armadale weighed 6,153 tons with an average cruise speed of 11 knots or 20.37 kmph. It was owned by the Australind SS Co, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 7 June 1917. The Armadale was torpedoed and sunk by a submarine off coast of Ireland, 27 June 1917.

The ensuing individual soldier's embarkation information contains the following details:

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Finding more about a service person.

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Embarkation Roll

 

77 Private William Thomas ACOTT, a 21 year old Blacksmith from Laura, South Australia. He enlisted on 26 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1918.

96 Private Alexander Luffman AXTENS, a 20 year old Wood Merchant from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 30 May 1915.

 

75 Corporal Arthur Stanley BARKER, a 25 year old Traveller from Katoomba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 September 1919.

85 Corporal James Robert BARRETT, a 29 year old Traveller from Glenelg, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 March 1916.

84 Corporal Titan BARRINGTON, a 28 year old Labourer from Semaphore, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 January 1919.

102 Private Arthur Augustine BELL, a 26 year old Wood Merchant from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 September 1919.

100 Corporal Raymond Leslie BILLS, a 22 year old Stockman from Laura, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 28 December 1917.

535 Private Henry Albert BLACKWELL, a 25 year old Labourer from Yongala, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 29 May 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

Lieutenant Clive BLEECHMORE, a 22 year old Gentleman from Plympton, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 June 1919.

101 Private Felix Baron BOCKELBERG, a 25 year old Farmer from Streaky Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 3 May 1918.

86 Corporal George Baron BOCKELBERG, a 21 year old Farmer from Streaky Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 September 1918.

103 Private Josiah Clifton BONEHAM, a 21 year old Labourer from Kaniva, Victoria / Morphettville, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 15 October 1918.

98 Private Guy Godolphyn BONYTHON, a 22 year old Bushman from Rose Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 May 1919.

624 Private Alexander BRISBANE, a 42 year old Jointer from Rosewater, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 August 1915.

592 Private Charles John BRUCE, a 19 year old Labourer from Bundynbumla Station, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 5 August 1916.

536 Private Arthur Graham BURNS, a 23 year old Farmer from Unley, South Australia. He enlisted on 27 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 August 1919.

66 Sergeant Guy Theodore BUTLER, a 26 year old Farmer from Medindie, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 June 1919.

 

591 Private Percival CAPERN, a 33 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 5 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

111 Lance Corporal William Rose CAPPER, a 28 year old Electrician from Maylands, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

112 Private John Harding CHAMBERS, a 22 year old Farmer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 December 1919.

589 Private Edward Charles CLOUGH, a 25 year old Labourer from Goodwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 May 1915.

110 Private Hugh Angus COCHRANE, a 24 year old Farmer from Langhorne Creek, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 November 1919.

Major Alfred Edward COOK, a 44 year old Master Butcher from Melton Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 4 July 1915.

625 Private Clifford COOPER, a 28 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 25 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 8 August 1915.

106 Private Lancelot McDermott CROWE, a 23 year old Insurance Agent from Lake Albert, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 January 1920.

538 Private Norman Douglas CUNNINGHAM, a 21 year old Labourer from Echunga, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 November 1919.

 

114 Private George Henry DAULTREY, a 38 year old Driver from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 August 1915.

Second Lieutenant Allan Ernest DEAN, a 21 year old Station Overseer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 6 December 1914; and subsequently was Discharged to the Indian Army, 12 February 1918.

116 Private George Henry DEER, a 30 year old Farmer from Reynella, South Australia. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

Lieutenant George Arthur DEPLEDGE, a 22 year old Independent from Victor Harbor, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 March 1919.

117 Lance Corporal Samuel George DIXON, a 31 year old Labourer from Normanville, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1916.

113 Private Arthur Denis DORIS, a 21 year old Rail labourer from Goodwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

542 Private Frank Napier DREW, a 25 year old Station Overseer from St Peters, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 8 August 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

 

119 Private Rayston Cooper ELEY, a 22 year old Labourer from Port Broughton, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

118 Private Cuthbert ELSDON, a 20 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 19 April 1917.

 

76 QM/Sgt Melville Orchard FARMER, a 26 year old Clerk from Victor Harbor, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 30 April 1918.

123 Private Archibald Roy FERRIS, a 21 year old Driver from Goodwood Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

122 Private John Henry FISHBURN, a 20 year old Horse driver from Broken Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

121 Private Ercil FITZGERALD, a 28 year old Station hand from Albemarle Station, Menindee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

618 Private Otho Charles FITZGERALD, a 19 year old Station hand from Fernlea, Riddells Creek, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

644 Private George FORD, a 35 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 2 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

544 Private Claude FOUBISTER, a 20 year old Labourer from Jamestown, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

120 Private Dudley Samuel FOY, a 24 year old Colt breaker from St Leonard, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 24 January 1918.

619 Private Charles White FRASER, a 23 year old Engineer from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 May 1919.

 

125 Private Norman William GATES, a 22 year old Farmer from Polkemmet, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 March 1917.

69 Acting Sergeant Hugh Louden GOOCH, a 36 year old Land holder from Cooks Plains, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

127 Private Roy GOSLING, a 27 year old Farmer from Prospect, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

651 Private Frederick William GREEN, a 22 year old Telegraphist from Richmond, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1917.

128 Lance Corporal Sydney GREENING, a 25 year old Farm Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

 

87 Lance Corporal Noell St John HALL, a 30 year old Station Manager from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

523 Private Arthur HALLAM, a 26 year old Sanitary Engineer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 4 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 June 1919.

132 Private Arnold Edwin Garfield HARDING, a 23 year old Farmer from Tungkillo, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 January 1916.

129 Private Harold HEATH, a 31 year old Groom from Macclesfield, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 3 June 1917.

133 Private Allan Ralph HEDLEY, a 24 year old Grocer from Angaston, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

131 Private Lewis Albert HENLEY, a 21 year old Farmer from Finniss, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 28 October 1915.

136 Private Albert Frank HEWETT, a 20 year old Blacksmith from Glenelg, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 June 1919.

134 Private John Leslie HOPPING, a 23 year old Miller from Caltowie, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 30 June 1915.

138 Private Edgar Robert HOWELL, a 43 year old Accountant from Morphettville, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 April 1916.

137 Private Otto William HUGHES, a 19 year old Station hand from Meningie, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 April 1919.

626 Private Lindo Herbert HUMPHREYS, a 29 year old Accountant from Parkside, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 July 1916.

130 Lance Corporal James Roy HYLTON, a 23 year old Metallurgical Student from Broken Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 July 1918.

 

142 Private Arthur Alfred JOHNS, a 25 year old Butcher from Henley Beach, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 11 October 1918.

631 Shoeing Smith David JOHNSON, a 29 year old Blacksmith from Hopetoun, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 2 August 1915.

139 Private Reginald John James JOHNSON, a 24 year old Clerk from Port Wakefield, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 27 June 1917.

140 Private Albert Edward JONES, a 28 year old Labourer from Fulham, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Accident, 25 June 1918.

 

146 Private Frederick Thomas KEANE, a 22 year old Labourer from O'Halloran Hill, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 19 April 1917.

145 Private Wilfred Charles KEANE, a 24 year old Labourer / Baker from O'Halloran Hill, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

289 Farrier Sergeant Samuel KEEGAN, a 26 year old Farrier from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

147 Private Patrick William KELLS, a 34 year old Station hand from Morwell, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 August 1915.

70 Sergeant Francis Joseph KILDEA, a 28 year old Farmer from “Houseborough”, Kapunda, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

143 Lance Corporal Alexander KING, a 41 year old Veterinary Dentist from Manoora, South Australia. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 6 August 1915.

144 Private George Howard KING, an 18 year old Station hand from Prospect, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 September 1919.

 

529 Private Walter William LADBROOK, a 22 year old Labourer Packer from Quorn, South Australia. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

148 Private James LARRITT, a 34 year old Plate moulder from Kilkenny, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 September 1919.

149 Private Frank George LAWRENCE, a 38 year old Saddler from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 May 1917.

555 Private Joseph Frederick LEONARD, a 24 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

 

643 Private Arthur Stark MARSHALL, a 42 year old Labourer from Eudunda, South Australia / Parkside, South Australia. He enlisted on 25 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

151 Private Gerald Gustave MASSON, a 27 year old Farmer from Woodside, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 September 1914; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 13 January 1919.

164 Private James Roy MATHESON, a 20 year old Bushman from Mt Lofty, South Australia. He enlisted on 2 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 December 1919.

157 Private Francis MAYNARD, a 22 year old Blacksmith from Hawker, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1920.

168 Driver Joseph Callaghan McCARTHY, a 24 year old Labourer from Gladesville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

71 Sergeant William McCOLIVE, a 34 year old Labourer / Painter from Goodwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

158 Lance Corporal Arthur Elliot McDONALD, a 32 year old Agent from Caltowie, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 September 1915.

89 Lance Corporal Maxwell Barton Tweedie McDOWALL, a 20 year old Agriculturist from North Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 January 1919.

154 Provisional Corporal Eric Gordon McGLAUGHLIN, a 23 year old Sawyer from Unley, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 October 1919.

Lieutenant Kenneth Alan McKENZIE, a 21 year old Soldier / RMC 1911-1914 from Belmont Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

161 Private James Ross McLAREN, a 26 year old Butcher from Gawler, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

80 Corporal William McNAMARA, a 27 year old Teamster from Coromandel, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

167 Shoeing Smith Harold Arthur MERTIN, a 20 year old Blacksmith from Eden Valley, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

558 Private William George MILLER, a 28 year old Barber from Cowell, South Australia. He enlisted on 26 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

642 Private James Henry MILLINGTON, a 27 year old Fitter from Ovingham, South Australia. He enlisted on 25 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 May 1919.

156 Private James McIntyre MILLOY, a 20 year old Seaman from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

530 Private William George Delmar MOBBS, a 19 year old Labourer from Kapunda, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

159 Private Bertram MOORE, an 18 year old Labourer from Beaumont, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 November 1915.

160 Private Thomas James MOORE, a 20 year old Farmer from Streaky Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

166 Private Walter Norman MORRISON, a 20 year old Labourer from Port Lincoln, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 September 1918.

162 Driver John James MORRISSEY, a 32 year old Bridge builder from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

153 Private Gilbert Charles MOUNSEY, a 22 year old Drover from Wandin, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 August 1916.

165 Private Rosalyn James MUSGRAVE, a 19 year old Labourer from Long Flat, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

150 Private Royal John George MYREN, a 25 year old Farmer from Meningie, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

170 Private Leonard Friend NANKERVIS, a 20 year old Agriculturist from Kings Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

81 Provisional Sergeant Norman Rodney NAPIER, a 26 year old Inspector from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently was Returned to Australia, 2 March 1918.

171 Private John NELSON, a 26 year old Labourer from Port Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 November 1916.

90 Private Arthur Restarick NIELD, a 24 year old Clerk from Unley, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 11 April 1918.

560 Private Clarence Edwin NORTON, a 23 year old Station hand from Goolwa, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 4 December 1915.

 

638 Driver Reginald PARKER, a 24 year old Farrier from Ringwood, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

175 Private Victor Francis PARSONS, a 21 year old Farmer from no relations. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 September 1919.

177 Private Henry PARTRIDGE, a 38 year old Blacksmith from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

322 Private Lionel Ernest PEDLER, a 20 year old Blacksmith from Plympton, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 April 1916.

176 Signaller Corporal Edmund PHELAN, a 29 year old Photographer from Strathalbyn, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently was Returned to Australia, 11 November 1917.

178 Private Percy Eden PINSON, a 24 year old Butcher from Eden Valley, South Australia Torrensville, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 February 1919.

179 Private Henry Richard Alfred PIX, a 23 year old Labourer from Port Lincoln, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 23 December 1916.

91 Corporal Benno Walter POUTT, a 30 year old Traveller from Blumberg, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 December 1918.

173 Private Charles Baxter POWELL, a 39 year old Grazier from Narrung, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 August 1916.

 

64 Squadron Sergeant Major James READ, a 45 year old Carpenter from Plympton, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 August 1916.

182 Private Percy Norman REHN, a 26 year old Storeman from Cowell, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 July 1920.

184 Private Michael John REIDY, a 27 year old Labourer from Westbury, Tasmania. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 May 1917.

181 Private Kelvin ROACH, a 22 year old Stockman from Kent Town, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 20 April 1917.

92 Private Ben Foxhall ROBINSON, a 36 year old Musician from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 March 1920.

629 Private Charles ROHRLACK, a 27 year old Station hand from Blanchetown, South Australia. He enlisted on 30 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

78 Private Sinclair Archibald ROSIE, a 28 year old Labourer Farmer from Jamestown, South Australia. He enlisted on 26 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 15 October 1916.

183 Private Charles Wilfield ROUTLY, a 22 year old Farmer from Port Broughton, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 November 1916.

185 Private Henry Stephen Neville ROWELL, a 31 year old Electrical Engineer from Keswick, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 25 March 1916.

 

198 Private Charles Ernest George SAMPSON, a 23 year old Farmer from Mt Hope, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

332 Private EW SAMSOME, a 20 year old Dairyman from The Grange, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

195 Private Major SCOTT, a 22 year old Labourer from Rosewater, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

73 Sergeant Robert Cameron SHARP, a 26 year old Stockman from Goodwood Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 May 1919.

194 Driver John Joseph SHERRIDAN, a 27 year old Labourer from Gladstone, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

639 Private John SIMPSON, a 23 year old Farrier from Footscray, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 November 1919.

186 Private Ernest Harry SMITH, a 25 year old Butcher from Edwardstown, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 December 1916.

187 Private George Victor SMITH, a 22 year old Labourer from Beach Farm, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

189 Private Hubert Roy SMITH, a 19 year old Labourer from Beach Farm, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

191 Private Rob Hussey STACY, a 25 year old Clerk from Clare, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 April 1918.

192 Private Charles George STAGG, a 29 year old Labourer from Lockleys, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 November 1917.

190 Private William James STEVENS, a 21 year old Clerk from St Peters, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

193 Private Robert STRAIN, a 19 year old Driver from Unley, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

72 Sergeant Harold SULLIVAN, a 28 year old Orchardist from Blackwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 11 February 1917.

79 Private Robert Cox SUNMAN, an 18 year old Butcher from Laura, South Australia. He enlisted on 26 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

 

199 Shoeing Smith James Samuel TAYLOR, a 26 year old Shoe smith from Alberton, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

200 Private Phillip TOD, a 20 year old Agriculturist from Cremorne, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

Second Lieutenant Walter Ballantyne TUNBRIDGE, a 21 year old Farmer from Ballarat, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 December 1918.

 

205 Private William Henry WAIT, a 21 year old Butcher from Clarendon, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

627 Private John Wilberforce WALDON, a 23 year old Station hand from Fremantle, Western Australia. He enlisted on 16 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 September 1919.

565 Private Oscar Henry WALLER, a 23 year old Blacksmith from Upper Mitcham, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

201 Private Nigel Fletcher WASTELL, a 25 year old Clerk from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

124 Private Claude Thomas WATTS, a 22 year old Miner from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 28 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

204 Private Thomas Francis WEATHERS, a 29 year old Coachman from Burranga Gap, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 15 June 1915.

210 Private Raymond Meredith WELFARE, an 18 year old Painter from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

613 Private John Lynne WHARTON, a 23 year old Station hand from East Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 September 1916.

628 Private Stanley WHITING, a 25 year old Iron worker from Victor Harbor, South Australia. He enlisted on 17 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

202 Private Alexander Thomas WILLIAMS, a 33 year old Miner from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 September 1916.

203 Private Horace William WILLIAMS, a 31 year old Labourer from Clare, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 April 1919.

207 Private Ernest Alfred WINFIELD, a 35 year old Carpenter from Parkside, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 March 1916.

206 Private John Thomas WOODS, a 25 year old Drover from Bannockburn, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 August 1915.

209 Driver John Duncan WOON, a 21 year old Farm hand from Pyap West, South Australia. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

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Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

Acknowledgement: Many thanks to Steve Becker who provided much of the raw material that appears in this item.

Further Reading:

9th Light Horse Regiment, AIF

9th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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8th LHR, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 27th Reinforcement

HMAT A41 Bakara

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 27th Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A42 Boorara 10 May 1917.

The HMAT A41 Bakara weighed 5,930 tons with an average cruise speed of 10.5 knots or 19.44 kmph. The Bakara was previously a captured German vessel called Constaff. It was manned by Australia officers and crew and transferred to Commonwealth Government Line, 1 May 1918.

The ensuing individual soldier's embarkation information contains the following details:

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Finding more about a service person.

See: Navigating the National Archives Service File 

Embarkation Roll

 

3290 Private Henry Edward ARNOLD, a 26 year old Contractor from St Arnaud, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 November 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3323 Private James Arthur BAKER, a 32 year old Teacher from Wedderburn, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3291 Private Walter Anderson BOYS, a 30 year old Orchardist from Seville, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 December 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

 

3293 Private James Crawford CALLANDER, a 21 year old Machinist from Malvern, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 January 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3319 Private William Walter DANIEL, a 27 year old Horse Trainer from Bairnsdale, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1918.

3296 Private Walter Henry Lawrence DARRINGTON, a 24 year old Linesman from Ascot Vale, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 September 1919.

3320 Private Harry Roy DAVEY, a 21 year old Japanner from Broadford, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

432 Warrant Officer 1st Class James Ramsay DUNCAN, a 30 year old Commercial traveller from Ivanhoe, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 April 1918.

 

3325 Private Robert James EDEN, a 27 year old Station hand from Heatherton, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

3297 Private James ENNIS, a 22 year old Sawyer from Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3294 Private William GOWERS, a 23 year old Driver from South Yarra, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3298 Private Frederick Hutton GRAY, a 28 year old Traveller from East St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 31 January 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

3330 Private Lindsay Gordon GREIG, a 22 year old Jockey from West Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

3300 Private Hubert William HAWKINS, a 23 year old Farmer from Thorpdale, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3301 Private William Arthur HENSLEY, a 29 year old Farmer from Diapur, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 October 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 January 1919.

3321 Private William HOGG, a 40 year old Horse driver from Tarrawarra, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 March 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

 

3328 Warrant Officer 1st Class Louis Arthur JACKSON, a 30 year old Soldier from Albert Park, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

 

3328 Private James Kittrick KENNEDY, a 26 year old Farmer from Camberwell, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

 

3302 Private Joseph Francis Michael Augustine LANFRANCHINI, a 25 year old Farmer from Mt Hooghly, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 November 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3329 Private Charles Vincent LEA, a 20 year old Boot maker from Ballarat, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 September 1919.

3303 Private Sydney Eugene LeGRANDE, an 18 year old Farm Labourer from Swan Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

3304 Private Gilbert Arthur LOVE, a 21 year old Driver from Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3305 Private John MacKAY, a 28 year old Labourer from Richmond, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 November 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

3322 Private Charles Frederick MARSHALL, an 18 year old Labourer from Northcote, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 May 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 January 1919.

3306 Private Gilbert Augustus MULLER, a 30 year old Grocer from Brim, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 December 1919.

 

3309 Private Patrick John O'REGAN, a 28 year old Bricklayer from Box Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

 

3311 Private Charles McDonald PRICHARD, a 29 year old Sheep Overseer from Glenrowan, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 February 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 November 1918.

 

3326 Private Harold ROBINSON, a 22 year old Driver from Fitzroy, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 February 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

 

3313 Private William Sydney SANSTORM, a 30 year old Farrier from Fitzroy, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 January 1919.

Lieutenant Albert William John STEWART, a 24 year old Farmer from Stratford, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 August 1917.

3314 Private John Harold STODART, a 23 year old Bank clerk from Kingston, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 January 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

3315 Private John Leslie THOMAS, a 23 year old Builder from West Footscray, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 October 1918.

 

3327 Private Leo Paul Vincent WIGHAM, a 25 year old Bank teller from Panton Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 September 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

 

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Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

Acknowledgement: Many thanks to Steve Becker who provided much of the raw material that appears in this item.

Further Reading:

8th Light Horse Regiment, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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9th LHR, AIF

9th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "B" Squadron

9th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "B" Squadron, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A10 Karroo 11 February 1915.

The HMAT A10 Karroo weighed 6,127 tons with an average cruise speed of 12 knots or 22.22 kmph. It was owned by the Ellerman & Bucknall SS Co Ltd, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 3 January 1917.

The ensuing individual soldier's embarkation information contains the following details:

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Finding more about a service person.

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Embarkation Roll

 

218 Private George Ernest AIKMAN, a 27 year old Stock inspector from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

219 Corporal Algernon Hugh ALDERSEY, a 43 year old Surveyor from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 July 1916.

220 Private Albert George ARTHUR, a 19 year old Farmer from Giles Corner, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 December 1918.

221 Private William Ernest ASLAT, a 26 year old Engineer from Prospect, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

222 Private Enorder Joseph ATKINS, a 23 year old Driver from Kent Town, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 January 1919.

 

223 Private Harry Forrest BANKS, a 26 year old Clerk from Robe, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

224 Private Walter George BATES, a 19 year old Farmer from Port Broughton, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

225 Driver Milton BAWDEN, a 22 year old Farmer from Tumby Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

226 Private Arthur Leslie BETTERIDGE, a 25 year old Station hand from East Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

227 Private Harold Frank BISHOP, a 20 year old Labourer from Knowle, Bristol, England. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 December 1919.

228 Lance Corporal Edward Thomas BLAKE, a 21 year old Engine cleaner from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 30 August 1917.

229 Private Arthur Charles BLAND, a 19 year old Labourer from Murat Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 November 1918.

230 Private Solomon BLOUSTEIN, a 40 year old Watchmaker from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 July 1915.

231 Private Ernest Roland BOARDMAN, a 26 year old Labourer from Latton Town, Mount Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; but failed to embark and subsequently was Discharged in Australia, 3 February 1915.

233 Private Aubrey Oswald BOWER, a 24 year old Saddler from Medindie, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

526 Private Frederick Price BROMWELL, a 24 year old Teamster from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 February 1919.

520 Driver Frank BROWN, a 45 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 October 1915.

330 Private Thomas Alfred BRYAN, a 36 year old Cattle drover from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Killed in Action, 7 November 1917.

235 Sergeant William BURKINSHAW, a 32 year old Painter from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 February 1919.

 

Lieutenant Philip Ignatius CALLARY, a 28 year old Storekeeper from Petersburg, South Australia / Peterborough, South Australia. He enlisted on 1 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

601 Private Lionel Oldridge CAMP, a 21 year old Labourer from Ascot Vale, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

107 Farrier Sergeant James Rusher CAMPBELL, a 27 year old Farrier from Semaphore, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

236 Shoeing Smith James Joseph CARMODY, a 27 year old Shoe smith from Petersburg, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 November 1915.

537 Private Herbert Walter CARR, a 22 year old Harbour Board from Exeter, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 October 1919.

646 Private John CARROLL, a 26 year old Labourer from North Broken Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 January 1919.

237 Private Charles CAWTE, a 24 year old Labourer from North Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 October 1915.

239 Private Charles Coolgardie CHEWINGS, a 19 year old Farmer from Malvern, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 April 1919.

240 Private Eric Gordon CLARK, a 21 year old Clerk from Wayville, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 June 1915.

241 Private James Leslie COATS, a 23 year old Station overseer from Port Augusta, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 March 1918.

Lieutenant Frederic George CODE, a 44 year old Grazier from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

242 Private Arthur Thomas COLLER, a 30 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

243 Private Arthur Alderson COOPER, a 19 year old Clerk from Largs Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 February 1919.

244 Private Charles Tilney COTTON, a 22 year old Farmer from Streaky Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 February 1919.

645 Private Alfred CURRIE, a 30 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 25 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 September 1918.

 

245 Private Edward Hanlon DAFT, a 28 year old Butcher from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 May 1916.

616 Private Louis Paul DESSAULT, a 38 year old Designer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 July 1915.

247 Private Avery Benjamin DICKINSON, a 24 year old Farmer from Black Forrest, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 22 July 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

540 Private Hartley DRESSLEY, a 39 year old Carpenter from Mt Eber, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

249 Private Leonard Seagram DRISCOLL, a 19 year old Farmer from Wayville, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

250 Private William DUNNE, a 38 year old Tannery hand from Maitland, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 August 1915.

 

623 Private Randell Wabe FINCHAM, a 25 year old Accountant from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 January 1916.

253 Private John Henry FISHER, a 21 year old Mechanic from Illiara, Wahgunyah, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

254 Private William George Gladstone FITZGERALD, a 22 year old Teamster from Auburn, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

255 Private John Lester FOREMAN, a 36 year old Driver from North Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 12 October 1918.

641 Private George Reginald FOSTER, a 23 year old Blacksmith from South Yarra, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 January 1916.

256 Private William FOX, a 34 year old Horse breaker from East Kirup, Western Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 September 1916.

257 Private Frederick David FRANKEL, a 23 year old Clerk from Eudunda, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

258 Private Edward James FRASER, a 28 year old Butcher from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

246 Corporal Hugh FRASER, a 22 year old Coach smith from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 March 1919.

640 Shoeing Smith Ray FRAVENFELDER, a 24 year old Farmer from Minyip, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

259 Corporal David Thompson FREEBAIRN, a 32 year old Chaff merchant from Medindie, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 July 1919.

 

214 Sergeant John William GILL, a 30 year old Gardener from Inglewood, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

260 Private Francis Arnold GILLEN, a 31 year old Horse trainer from Clare, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 January 1916.

261 Private Alan Clifford GILSON, a 23 year old Machinist from Blumberg, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 September 1919.

262 Private Michael GLEESON, a 25 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 November 1915.

524 Private Thomas Gardiner GOODE, a 40 year old Farmer from Oakland Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 January 1916.

587 Private Keith GRANT, a 23 year old Bank Clerk from Mile End, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 December 1918.

263 Lance Corporal William Harry GREEN, a 36 year old Fruit grower from Springvale, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 3 September 1915.

548 Private William James GRIBBLE, a 24 year old Farmer from Morphettville, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 22 June 1915.

 

264 Private Howard James HAHN, a 27 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

265 Private John Henry HAHN, a 26 year old Farmhand from Kybybolite, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 February 1919.

268 Private Alfred Vernon HANCOCK, a 25 year old Farmer from Burnside, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

269 Private Elliott HANNAFORD, a 21 year old Fruit grower from Mt Bera, Cudlee Creek, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

135 Private Maxwell David HARRINGTON, a 26 year old Bushman from Prospect, South Australia. He enlisted on 30 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

270 Private Samuel HARRIS, a 38 year old Baker from North Brighton, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 7 May 1918.

271 Private Thomas William HARVEY, a 32 year old Farmer from Malvern, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

272 Private William Joseph HASTINGS, a 19 year old Driver from Glanville Blocks, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 January 1919.

273 Private Alexander Lincoln HAWSON, a 20 year old Plumber from Port Lincoln, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 12 June 1915.

274 Private Joshua James HEALEY, a 22 year old Labourer from Norwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 April 1919.

275 Private Austin James HEITHERSAY, a 21 year old Metallurgist from Norwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 12 January 1917.

276 Private Edgar Stocks HEITHERSAY, a 29 year old Engineer from Norwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 May 1917.

216 Sergeant Howard Hyla HENDERSON, a 23 year old Farmer from Caltowie, South Australia. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

277 Private John HENNESSY, a 20 year old Contactors overseer from Unley, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 23 July 1915.

622 Private William Valentine HERBERT, a 21 year old Station Overseer from Lorne, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

278 Private John Henry HILDEBRAND, a 23 year old Labourer from Marrabel, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 June 1915.

279 Private Harry Charles HOARE, a 24 year old Electrician from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 May 1916.

280 Private Robert Charles HOCKRIDGE, a 26 year old Assistant from Norwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 24 July 1915.

281 Private John HOLLAND, a 29 year old Farmhand from Klemzig, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 August 1916.

282 Private Guy HOOPER, a 19 year old Bank Clerk from Kapunda, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 16 August 1917.

283 Private Charles Gilbert HOWELL, a 22 year old Engine cleaner from Milang, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

284 Private Samuel Gardiner HUDSON, a 21 year old Labourer from Kadina, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 July 1916.

525 Private Lauriston HUGHES, a 32 year old Station hand from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 29 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

 

286 Private Alfred John JOHNSTON, a 22 year old Labourer from Dawson, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 January 1919.

287 Private Alfred John JOLLIFFE, a 23 year old Barman from Glenelg, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

288 Private Charles JOLLY, a 28 year old Labourer Farmer from Marion Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

213 Squadron Quartermaster Sergeant Elias JUDELL, a 23 year old Storekeeper from Unley Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 August 1915.

 

290 Private Hugh Craine KELLY, a 20 year old Farmer from St Peters, South Australia / Giles's Corner Tarlee, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 18 October 1917.

291 Private John Gould KELLY, a 19 year old Farmer from Giles Corner, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 November 1915.

292 Lance Corporal Francis Burwood KENT, a 27 year old Farmer from Streaky Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 10 July 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

 

294 Private Charles Henry LANE, a 20 year old Station hand from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 29 June 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

295 Shoeing Smith Kenneth Harry LATTER, a 26 year old Shoe smith from Mannum, South Australia. He enlisted on 17 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

553 Private Robert Kerr LAWRENCE, a 29 year old Farmer from Norwood, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 December 1918.

298 Private George Alexander LUCKETT, a 21 year old Sailor from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

299 Squadron Sergeant Major George Ernest LUCKETT, a 43 year old Signalman from Largs Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 November 1915.

 

302 Private Thomas MAKIN, a 24 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 22 June 1915.

303 Private Charles MARSHALL, a 23 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 18 January 1916.

310 Private John Malcolm McDONALD, a 24 year old Clerk / Civil Servant from Semaphore, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

311 Lance Corporal John William McDONALD, a 23 year old Station hand from Hookina, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 April 1916.

312 Private James Alexander McGILLIVRAY, a 25 year old Labourer from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

313 Private John Robert McGILLIVRAY, a 21 year old Clerk from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 December 1915.

314 Private Patrick James McMAHON, a 22 year old Farmer from Kapunda, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 March 1919.

305 Private Harold George MERRETT, a 24 year old Labourer from Plympton, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

306 Private Charles Lester MERRILL, a 22 year old Butcher from Port Augusta, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 September 1915.

309 Shoeing Smith Corporal James Pursell MUIR, a 37 year old Shoe smith / Blacksmith from Victor Harbor, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 October 1919.

 

559 Private Leonard Templar NAPPER, a 26 year old Farmer from Johnburgh, South Australia. He enlisted on 26 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

Second Lieutenant Alexander Harold Horatio NELSON, a 30 year old Orchardist from Modbury, South Australia. He enlisted on 1 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 October 1917.

316 Corporal Harry Gregory NOBLETT, a 21 year old Farmer from Petersburg, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1917.

 

531 Private Harold OAKLEY, a 22 year old Labourer from East Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 October 1917.

611 Corporal Edward O'KEEFE, a 23 year old Horse breaker from Bowen, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

317 Private Edgar Davies OLDFIELD, a 22 year old Baker from Semaphore, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 June 1916.

 

318 Private Harry PAGE, a 21 year old Labourer from Penola, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

Major Harry Meshach PARSONS, a 34 year old Grazier from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

Second Lieutenant Edward Theodore PASCOE, a 31 year old Dentist from Mile End, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

319 Private William James PASCOE, a 34 year old Labourer from South Broken Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 November 1915.

521 Private James PEARCE, a 24 year old Driver from Port Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 November 1915.

321 Shoeing Smith Robert Leslie PEARCE, a 23 year old Labourer from Goodwood Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

614 Private Jack PENNYCUICK, a 33 year old Stock agent from “Boonerah”, Hexham, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 October 1915.

323 Private Walter Alexander POLLOCK, a 34 year old Tailor from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 February 1916.

324 Private James Bryant PULLEINE, a 19 year old Stockman from Murray Bridge, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 August 1915.

325 Private Robert Edgar PURDIE, a 25 year old Farmer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 June 1916.

 

59 Private John QUIGLEY, a 24 year old Labourer from Bowden, South Australia Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

326 Private Arthur Albert RANDELL, a 43 year old Station hand from Port Pirie, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 November 1918.

647 Private Charles Victor READE, a 29 year old Agent from Tothill Belt, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 6 June 1918.

327 Private Leslie REGAN, a 21 year old Labourer from Greenock, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

329 Private Geoffrey De Quetteville ROBIN, a 19 year old Student from North Kensington, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 19 July 1916.

68 Private Dedrich ROZENFELD, a 33 year old Sailor from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 September 1917.

 

331 Private Louis William SALER, a 30 year old Farrier from Owen, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 January 1916.

333 Private John Sylvester Anthony SHAW, a 20 year old Labourer from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 September 1916.

334 Private Norman Percy SHELLEY, a 23 year old Station hand from East Terrace Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1917.

335 Private Charles SHEPARD, a 21 year old Clerk from Halidon, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 March 1916.

336 Private Patrick SLATTERY, a 21 year old Labourer from Thebarton, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

337 Private Gilby Roy SMART, a 22 year old Labourer from Arm Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 August 1919.

605 Private Arthur Carrington SMEDLEY, a 28 year old Auctioneer from Port Augusta, South Australia. He enlisted on 28 December 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 August 1915.

338 Provisional Sergeant Percival Vernon SMILEY, a 21 year old Rail porter from Hyde Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 17 June 1915.

339 Private Harold Edward SMITH, a 25 year old Labourer from Petersburg, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

528 Private Paul Teesdale SMITH, a 19 year old Clerk from Arthur’s Seat, Mount Lofty, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 February 1919.

341 Lance Corporal Henry Herbert STEPHEN, a 25 year old Farmer from Glenelg, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 November 1919.

342 Private Allan STEPHENSON, a 22 year old Labourer from Port Broughton, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 5 April 1918.

343 Private Richard Thomas STEWART, a 20 year old Station hand from Plympton, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 November 1915.

345 Provisional Sergeant Linton Hall SWANN, a 34 year old Farmer from Edwardstown, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently was Discharged, 8 December 1915.

 

347 Driver Oliver Frank Leopold TAYLOR, a 25 year old Livery stableman from Mt Gambier, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 August 1915.

348 Private William TAYLOR, a 25 year old Labourer from Quorn, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 March 1919.

349 Provisional Corporal Gomer THOMAS, a 45 year old Accountant from Parkside, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 August 1917.

350 Driver David THOMPSON, a 38 year old Boilermaker’s mate from Hindmarsh, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 January 1918.

351 Private Arthur TOBIN, a 30 year old Cook from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

564 Private Leslie Albert Llewellyn TREBILCOCK, an 18 year old Shoeing Smith from Moonta Mines, South Australia. He enlisted on 24 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 22 July 1915.

 

353 Private Henry Valentine VILLIERS, a 35 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 July 1918.

 

649 Private Leonard Nelson WAINWRIGHT, a 30 year old Boundary rider from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

354 Private Alexander John WALLACE, a 23 year old Labourer from Naracoorte, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 November 1915.

648 Private Roy Albert WHEATON, a 26 year old Seaman from Queenstown, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 23 April 1917.

Second Lieutenant Godfrey William Warren WHITE, a 20 year old Journalist from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 1 November 1914; and subsequently was Discharged, 15 July 1917.

356 Private John Alexander WHITE, a 29 year old Carrier from Torrensville, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 November 1919.

532 Private Frank WILCOMES, a 24 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 4 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

357 Private Leslie Samuel WILSON, a 29 year old Labourer from Torrensville, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 22 June 1915.

 

211 Private Andrew Powell YEATES, a 44 year old Auctioneer’s Agent from Jamestown, South Australia. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 30 August 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

595 Private Charles Reginald YELLS, a 24 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 29 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 December 1918.

359 Private Albert Roy YEO, a 21 year old Clerk from Largs Bay, South Australia. He enlisted on 22 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 July 1918.

 

Previous: "A" Squadron

Next: "C" Squadron

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

Acknowledgement: Many thanks to Steve Becker who provided much of the raw material that appears in this item.

Further Reading:

9th Light Horse Regiment, AIF

9th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Wednesday, 24 February 2010 8:29 PM EAST

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8th LHR, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 28th Reinforcement

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 28th Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A17 Port Lincoln 22 June 1917.

The HMAT A17 Port Lincoln weighed 7,243 tons with an average cruise speed of 12 knots or 22.22 kmph. It was owned by the Commonwealth & Dominion Line Ltd, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 26 September 1917.

The ensuing individual soldier's embarkation information contains the following details:

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Finding more about a service person.

See: Navigating the National Archives Service File 

Embarkation Roll

 

3349 Private Robert ANDERSON, a 19 year old Labourer from Red Bluff, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3386 Private Myer BELL, a 22 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3350 Private Alfred James BOREHAM, a 25 year old Labourer from Buangor, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

3352 Private Martin John BROGAN, a 34 year old Storekeeper from Bright, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

 

3354 Private Donald CAMERON, a 25 year old Horse breaker from Sunshine, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 March 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

 

3356 Private Arthur Herbert DANNOCK, a 40 year old Carpenter from West Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 March 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

3357 Private Robert Ernest DEMPSEY, a 19 year old Labourer from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

3358 Private Leonard Gerald D'ORNAY, a 40 year old Station hand from Clifton Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3361 Private George Gilbert ELLIS, a 32 year old Labourer from Warrandyte, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

3364 Private Ernest Kerr HALLIDAY, a 31 year old Farrier from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 February 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

 

3365 Private Charles Frederick JAMES, a 32 year old Public servant from Moonie Ponds, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

 

3366 Private Solomon James KENWORTHY, a 32 year old Labourer from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 April 1919.

Lieutenant Benjamin Ernest Aloysius KERR, a 29 year old Commercial traveller from North Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 August 1919.

 

3367 Private Joseph LANDRY, a 32 year old Fireman from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3351 Private John James LARKINS, a 24 year old Labourer from North Fitzroy, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 April 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 28 December 1917.

3362 Private Alexander Matthew LECKIE, a 24 year old Farmer from Finley, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 October 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

 

3375 Private Eric MacLEAN, a 20 year old Overseer from Manilla, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

3370 Private James Archibald MacMILLAN, a 35 year old Agent from Holbrook, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

3348 Private Bernard MAHER, a 19 year old Farmer from Moreland, Victoria / Laverton Park, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3382 Private Dolf MAHLSTEAD, a 21 year old Labourer from Beechworth, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3377 Private David Michael MORGAN, a 31 year old Butcher from Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 April 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

 

3381 Private George Henry NORTHROPE, a 21 year old Farmer from Lakes Entrance, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3372 Private Leslie Francis SANDFORD, a 21 year old Farmer from Rutherglen, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3383 Private Frederick Augusto SCHLIEBS, a 45 year old Farmer from Wodonga, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 March 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

3380 Private Frederick Edward SWANNELL, a 41 year old Veterinary Surgeon from Parramatta, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 June 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

 

3373 Private John Baden Powell TAYLOR, a 17 year old Factory hand from Apsley, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 July 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3374 Private Andrew William TURNBULL, a 38 year old Labourer from Nambucca, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

3379 Private Edward WELSH, a 32 year old Farmer from Glenrowan, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3368 Private Harold Edward WESTON, a 20 year old Farmer from Mokoan West, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3380 Private John YETMAN, a 31 year old Farmer from Turriff, Victoria. He enlisted on 7 November 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

Previous: 27th Reinforcement

Next: 29th Reinforcement

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

Acknowledgement: Many thanks to Steve Becker who provided much of the raw material that appears in this item.

Further Reading:

8th Light Horse Regiment, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Tuesday, 26 April 2011 1:00 PM EADT

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8th LHR, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 29th Reinforcement

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 29th Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A55 Kyarra 7 September 1917.

The HMAT A55 Kyarra weighed 6,953 tons with an average cruise speed of 14 knots or 25.92 kmph. It was owned by the AUSN Co Ltd, London, and manned by Australia officers and crew. The Kyarra was leased by the Commonwealth until 4 January 1918. The Kyarra was torpedoed and sunk by a submarine in the English Channel, 26 May 1918.

The ensuing individual soldier's embarkation information contains the following details:

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Finding more about a service person.

See: Navigating the National Archives Service File 

Embarkation Roll

 

3418 Private James Robert Wright BERRY, a 20 year old Farmer from Horsham, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3419 Private Albert Oscar BRITTEN, a 21 year old Farmer from New Norfolk, Tasmania. He enlisted on 14 March 1917; and subsequently Died of Accident, 13 November 1918.

 

3420 Private Arthur Burrell CAMPBELL, a 27 year old Cattle dealer from Mt Dandenong, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3422 Private Percival Harvey CAREY, a 20 year old Farmer from Boort, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

3421 Private Francis CHARLTON, a 31 year old Labourer from Moonie Ponds, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3417 Acting Corporal Daniel CURRIE, a 25 year old Horse breaker from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 February 1919.

 

3425 Private Arthur DARK, a 39 year old Farrier from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 April 1917; and subsequently was Returned to Australia, 4 October 1918.

3455 Private Edwin John DAYS, a 23 year old Labourer from Clayton, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 September 1919.

 

3423 Private Matthew Thomas Pain EVANS, an 18 year old Tanner from South Preston, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

3428 Private William Patrick FOGARTY, an 18 year old Blacksmith from Hamilton, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3429 Private James Joseph GRAHAM, a 38 year old Cook from Ballarat, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

 

3427 Private William HINDS, a 44 year old Farmer from Colac, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

 

3424 Private Algernon Sims JAMES, an 18 year old Mechanic from Auburn, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

 

3431 Private William Francis KEARNEY, a 24 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3430 Private Augustus KUHLE, a 38 year old Orchardist from Kyabram, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3432 Private Harry Glenelg LEWIS, a 36 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 February 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

 

3416 Private William Aubrey MILLER, a 25 year old Farmer from Eaglehawk PO, Eaglehawk, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 May 1919.

 

3435 Private Francis James ORR, a 33 year old Farmer from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3451 Private Cyril PRENDERGAST, a 23 year old Boundary rider from Williamstown, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3450 Private George Eugene REID, a 27 year old Jockey from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3438 Private William Joseph RICHARDS, a 35 year old Horse driver from Moonie Ponds, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3436 Private George Victor SAWERS, a 21 year old Farmer from Alexandra, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3440 Private William Harold SCHAEFER, a 17 year old Labourer from Glenrowan, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 June 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3437 Private Morris Trounson SHIELL, an 18 year old Porter from Duverney, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3456 Private David WAKELING, an 18 year old Labourer from Nubeena, Tasmania. He enlisted on 1 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

3449 Private Norman WATSON, an 18 year old Farmer from Mildura, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3444 Private Frank Robin WILKINS, a 23 year old Compositor from Stawell, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3443 Private Digby Hoskins WILLAN, a 36 year old Manager from Armadale, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3446 Private James Sydney WILLIAMS, a 30 year old Builder from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3442 Private George WILSON, a 19 year old Farmer from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

3447 Private John Lancelot WILSON, a 19 year old Driver from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

3448 Private Thomas Wright WILSON, a 43 year old Labourer from Port Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 May 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

3452 Private Frederick William WORSLEY, a 23 year old Farm Labourer from Huon, Tasmania. He enlisted on 19 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

 

Previous: 28th Reinforcement

Next: 30th Reinforcement

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

Acknowledgement: Many thanks to Steve Becker who provided much of the raw material that appears in this item.

Further Reading:

8th Light Horse Regiment, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

Posted by Project Leader at 12:01 AM EAST

Updated: Thursday, 18 February 2010 8:04 PM EAST

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