8th LHR, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, Machine Gun Section

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, Machine Gun Section, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A16 Star Of Victoria 25 February 1915.

The HMAT A16 Star of Victoria, later renamed Port Melbourne, weighed 9,152 tons with an average cruise speed of 13.5 knots or 25.00 kmph. It was owned by the Commonwealth & Dominion Line Ltd London and leased by the Commonwealth until 2 October 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

 

485 Private Wilfred Lance ALLEN, a 22 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

486 Private George ANDERSON, an 18 year old Farmer from Waranga, Victoria. He enlisted on 31 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

Lieutenant Charles ARBLASTER, a 20 year old Soldier / RMC Duntroon from RMC Duntroon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 24 July 1916.

 

487 Private John James BARNES, a 24 year old Labourer from Bendigo, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 September 1915.

488 Driver George Edward Talbot BATEMAN, a 21 year old Grocer from Box Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 August 1918.

489 Private William Charles BEECHING, a 29 year old Clerk from Warrnambool, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

490 Private George Charles BYRNE, a 26 year old Painter from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 November 1916.

 

492 Driver Joseph Robert CAMPBELL, a 20 year old Blacksmith from Bowenvale, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 September 1916.

491 Driver Ray CANNA, a 21 year old Cementer from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 May 1917.

 

495 Driver James William GERLACH, a 20 year old Farmer from Thorpdale, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 July 1916.

494 Private Marius GIRAUD, a 24 year old Coppersmith from Coburg, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 March 1919.

493 Private Charles Hedley GRIBBLE, a 20 year old Salesman from Ballarat, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 February 1919.

 

497 Private George HOGG, a 21 year old Groom from West Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 September 1914; and subsequently was Discharged, 22 July 1920.

496 Private Henry Darley HOLLAND, a 21 year old Farmer from Flinders, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 25 September 1915.

498 Private James Thomas HUMPHREYS, a 19 year old Ware houseman from North Carlton, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 January 1919.

499 Private William Irvine HUTCHINSON, a 22 year old Farmer from Seymour, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 31 October 1917.

 

500 Private James JARVEY, a 24 year old Labourer from Corowa, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 31 May 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

501 Driver Norman JONES, a 20 year old Labourer from Bowenvale, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 January 1916.

 

503 Driver William KNIGHT, a 28 year old Labourer from Port Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 October 1915.

502 Private Walter Stewart KNOX, a 27 year old Traveller from Neutral Bay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 June 1916.

 

484 Corporal Charles Richard Bulbrook LATTER, a 26 year old Farmer from Boolarra PO, South Gippsland, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

 

495 Private Alexander Roy McKENZIE, a 22 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 September 1916.

504 Private William Milne MOORE, a 21 year old Motor Driver from Clifton Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

 

483 Sergeant William Andrew NEWLAND, a 34 year old Mechanical Engineer from Yarram, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 August 1914; and subsequently was Returned to Australia, 5 July 1915.

 

505 Private Harold John PEGG, a 21 year old Butcher from Coburg, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1917.

 

506 Private David ROBERTS, a 25 year old Farmer from Berwick, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 23 September 1915.

 

507 Driver George WILTSHIRE, a 28 year old Labourer from Terang, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

508 Driver George Clarence WOODS, a 21 year old Grocer from Essendon, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

 

Previous: "C" Squadron

Next: 1st 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: Wednesday, 17 February 2010 3:19 PM EAST

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7th LHR, AIF

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 30th Reinforcement

HMAT A73 Commonwealth

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 30th Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A73 Commonwealth 2 November 1917.

The HMAT A73 Commonwealth weighed 6,616 tons with an average cruise speed of 14 knots or 25.92 kmph. It was owned by the P & O SN Co, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 23 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.

See: Navigating the National Archives Service File 

Embarkation Roll

 

304 Private John Charles ASHLEY aka John Charles STANFORD, a 21 year old Mechanic from Frogmore, via Burrowa, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3469 Private Thomas BARRY, a 32 year old Driver from Redfern, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

3468 Private George Alfred BRADTKE, a 23 year old N/R from Koorawatha, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 June 1919.

3471 Private Henry Joseph BURRASTON, a 27 year old Farmer from Werris Creek, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3476 Private Stanley Harry Clarence CLARKE, a 26 year old Coalminer from Portland, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3477 Private Aubrey William CLOUT, a 27 year old Compositor from Junee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

3473 Private James Augustine COLLINS, a 19 year old Rail porter from Homebush, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 June 1919.

3474 Private Horace CORRIGAN, a 28 year old Traveller from Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3472 Private Noel Hector COVER, a 24 year old Labourer from Willow Tree, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

3475 Private Harry CRAMPTON, a 20 year old Cabinetmaker from Cardiff, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3478 Private Edward Young EVANS, a 22 year old Horse breaker from Norfolk Island. He enlisted on 8 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3479 Private James Hardy FAZIO, an 18 year old Packer from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 May 1917; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 May 1918.

3467 Acting Corporal James Charles FINCH, a 21 year old Mechanic from Pyrmont, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3480 Private Charles Norman HAILES, an 18 year old Shop worker from Teralba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3481 Private William Ogilvy HAY, an 18 year old Clerk from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

3482 Private Bryan Darwin HEALEY, an 18 year old Clerk from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

 

3484 Private Tom Binney LATIMER, a 41 year old Boot maker from Junee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3490 Private John Norman MacLEAN, a 20 year old Grazier from Coolatai, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3499 Private John Guy Menzies MALLAM, a 26 year old Auctioneer from Bellingen, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 July 1917; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 August 1918.

3486 Private George Patrick MCGREGOR, a 28 year old Labourer from Leichhardt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

3487 Private John McINERNEY, an 18 year old Storeman from Marrickville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

3489 Private James McLEAN, a 22 year old Billiard maker from Katoomba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3488 Private John Joseph McNAMARA, a 19 year old Labourer from Brewongle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3485 Private Hugh Douglas MOSMAN, a 23 year old Bank clerk from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

 

3491 Private Arthur NOTT, an 18 year old Clerk from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3492 Private John Patrick PAGE, a 19 year old Mechanic from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

 

3493 Private John Alexander ROBERTS, an 18 year old Machinist from Newtown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3494 Private Lawrence Francis ROCHE, a 23 year old Farmer from Condongblonga, Adelong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

3498 Private Albert SOLOMON, a 19 year old Labourer from Bundarra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3496 Private Aubrey James WETHERALL, a 26 year old Grazier from Glencoe via Warialda, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 May 1917; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 15 July 1918.

3495 Private Frederick Joseph WHITTLE, a 33 year old Farmer from Norfolk Islands. He enlisted on 1 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

3497 Private Walter William WILD, an 18 year old Carpenter from Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 January 1919.

3466 Acting Sergeant Frederick Alexander WRIGHT, a 22 year old Rail worker from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 January 1919.

 

Previous: 29th Reinforcement

Next: 31st 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:

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Sunday, 7 February 2010 9:57 AM EAST

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8th LHR, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 1st Reinforcement

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 1st Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A54 Runic 25 February 1915.

The HMAT A54 Runic weighed 12,490 tons with an average cruise speed of 13 knots or 24.07 kmph. It was owned by the Oceanic SN Co Ltd, Liverpool, and leased by the Commonwealth until 27 November 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

 

678 Private Frank Leigh A'BECKETT, a 30 year old Farmer from Beaconsfield, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

607 Private Patrick Joseph AMOR, a 22 year old Teamster from Thornbury, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

608 Private William Stanwell ANDERSON, a 24 year old Farmer from Glenaroua, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

609 Private Edgar John APPLEYARD, a 24 year old Labourer from Alberton, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 3 August 1917.

 

673 Private Edward Madden BAWDEN, a 23 year old Fitter from West Coburg, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 August 1916.

601 Private Charles BENSON, a 38 year old Baker from Windsor, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

664 Private Vernon Keyworth BOYNTON, a 22 year old Grazier from Balranald, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 February 1916.

665 Private Bernard Warner BRIGGS, a 24 year old Station hand from Swan Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 August 1916.

602 Private George Owen BRUCE, a 39 year old Ware houseman from Emerald Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 August 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 19 July 1916.

 

611 Private George Jacob CANTIENI, a 25 year old Labourer from Jamieson, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 December 1917.

612 Private William CLARIDGE, a 21 year old Carpenter from Stawell, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

613 Private Michael COONERTY, a 23 year old Labourer from Yarragon, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

668 Private Frederick James DOYLE, a 26 year old Drover and shearer from Uralla, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

614 Private Percy DRISCOLL, a 21 year old Stockman from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 May 1919.

662 Private James DUFFY, a 36 year old Labourer from Stawell, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

 

615 Private Albert Edward EASTMAN, a 19 year old Labourer from Maryborough, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1917.

617 Private William EDWARDS, a 28 year old Miner from Walhalla, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 January 1919.

618 Private Wallace ESSAY, a 22 year old Station hand from Kensington, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

 

672 Private Charles FITZPATRICK, a 24 year old Labourer from Woomelang, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

620 Private Reginald Patrick FRASER, a 19 year old Farmer from Monbulk, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 October 1919.

 

670 Private Joseph Henry HILL, a 25 year old Painter from Brunswick, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 July 1915.

622 Private William Sydney HINDS, a 19 year old Orchardist from Warncoort, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 4 October 1917.

605 Private Frederick HOFFMAN, a 28 year old Clerk from Glenferrie, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1916.

623 Private George Reuben HOPE, a 20 year old Labourer from Moonambel, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

37 Private William HOPKINS, a 24 year old Labourer from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 May 1915.

675 Private Barnard HUDSON, a 27 year old Wool expert from Canterbury, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

603 Private Albert John JENKINS, a 23 year old Clerk from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; but Returned to Australia 29 July 1915 and re-embarked with 9th LHR, 11th Reinforcements. He failed to embark at Fremantle and subsequently was Discharged in Australia, 22 December 1915.

 

624 Private Robert Conrice LETHBRIDGE, a 28 year old Farmer from Sunbury, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

625 Private John LINEHAN, a 25 year old Farmer from Wunghnu, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

 

627 Private Rupert MANSFIELD, a 21 year old Orchardist from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 31 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 August 1915.

628 Private Robert McGUIGAN, a 29 year old Dairyman from Stoneyford, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

629 Private Harold Alexander McLEAN, a 22 year old Farmer from Glenaroua, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

671 Private Alexander MELDRUM, a 21 year old Orchardist from Somerville, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

663 Private Patrick MORRISSEY, a 30 year old Miner from Rochester, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 August 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

631 Private Henry Dixon MORSE, a 24 year old Farmer from Inglewood, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 September 1915.

626 Private Dudley Arthur MURTON, a 20 year old Farmer from Grandview, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 February 1917.

 

658 Private George Frederick NEATE, a 21 year old Bank clerk from Willaura, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 January 1920.

681 Private George NORTHORPE, a 27 30 year old Labourer Farmer from Cunninghame, Victoria Lakes Entrance, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

 

633 Private Martin O'DONOGHUE, a 19 year old Farm hand from Kamarooka, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 26 December 1915.

 

638 Private James RUNDLE, a 21 year old Labourer from Nirranda, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 April 1919.

 

639 Private Morton SARGEANT, a 19 year old Labourer from Healesville, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 14 December 1918.

640 Private Oscar Stewart SHARPE, a 23 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 June 1916.

669 Private Frank William SMITH, a 24 year old Labourer from Echuca, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

679 Acting Corporal Francis Joseph STAMMERS, a 26 year old Chauffer from Terang, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 September 1915.

641 Private William Francis STANTON, a 31 year old Bushman from Kensington, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 April 1919.

643 Private James Alexander STEWART, a 29 year old Farmer from Wallacedale, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

645 Private William Henry SWEENEY, a 28 year old Farmer from Yarram, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 June 1916.

 

659 Private Patrick Francis TIMBS, a 26 year old Shearer from Albion Park, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 January 1918.

 

674 Sergeant Vernon Llewellyn WELLS, a 33 year old Sailor from Burnley, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 June 1915.

667 Private Michael WHALEN, a 37 year old Mail driver from Waterloo, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 August 1915.

646 Private Robert James WILTSHIRE, a 23 year old Farmer from Elmhurst, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 10 March 1916.

Lieutenant Cecil Talbot WOODS, a 39 year old Accountant from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

20 Private Joseph Storey WOOLLARD, a 19 year old Driver from Box Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 June 1916.

 

Previous: Machine Gun Section

Next: 2nd 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: Wednesday, 17 February 2010 3:14 PM EAST

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7th LHR, AIF

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 31st Reinforcement

HMAT A73 Commonwealth

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 31st Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A73 Commonwealth 2 November 1917.

The HMAT A73 Commonwealth weighed 6,616 tons with an average cruise speed of 14 knots or 25.92 kmph. It was owned by the P & O SN Co, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 23 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.

See: Navigating the National Archives Service File 

Embarkation Roll

 

3528 Private Fergus BELFORD, a 35 year old Grazier from Belmore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 June 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

3529 Private William Theo BENNETT, an 18 year old Cleaner from West Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

 

3532 Private Frank CATORALL, a 21 year old Striker from Leichhardt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

3531 Private Leonard James CROSS, an 18 year old Baker from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1917; and while on leave at Fremantle subsequently Deserted, 9 November 1917.

 

3533 Private Geoffrey Seacombe DINGLE, a 19 year old Student from Marrickville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 April 1919.

 

3534 Private Frank William ENGLISH, an 18 year old Labourer from Georgetown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

 

3536 Private Hector Horace FAIRLEIGH, a 19 year old Blacksmith from Lorn, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3538 Private James Henry FERGUSON, a 21 year old Miner from Katoomba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

3535 Private Earl Leslie FERRIS, an 18 year old Clerk from Wickham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

 

3541 Private Harold Ernest GALBRAITH, a 21 year old Rail porter from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3539 Private Tasman Victor GAYLOR, a 35 year old Boundary rider from Coombing Park, Carcoar, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

3540 Private Godfrey GREENWOOD, a 22 year old Bushman from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

 

3561 Private Cyril Edward HOBBS, an 18 year old Leatherworker from Paddington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

3563 Private Merza Tucker JEFFERY, an 18 year old Clerk from Granville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 March 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3543 Private John Francis KEATING, a 26 year old Labourer from Warren, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3546 Private August Frederick William MAIER, a 44 year old Masseur from Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 July 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

3545 Private Walter MARTIN, an 18 year old Engineer apprentice from Londonderry, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3559 Private George Victor Emanuel McGLASHAN, a 21 year old Labourer from Croydon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3527 Acting Corporal Allan Gathorn MOFFAT, a 21 year old Farmer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

3558 Private Patrick Cecil MULHEARN, a 31 year old Labourer from Bombala, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3548 Private Douglas NEWELL, a 26 year old Jackeroo from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3551 Private Joseph Arnold REYNOLDS, a 19 year old Grazier from Bundarra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3552 Private Thomas RICHARDS, a 39 year old Labourer from Tumbarumba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3550 Private Reginald Gordon RIDOUT, a 38 year old Wharfie from Surry Hills, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 April 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 January 1919.

3549 Private Raymond St Vincent ROPER, a 23 year old Cattle dealer from Singleton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

 

3553 Private Ernest William SAUNDERS, an 18 year old Clerk from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3554 Private Dudley STEWART, a 19 year old Clerk from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

 

3555 Private Henry Edward William THOMPSON, a 19 year old Upholsterer from Hurstville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3526 Acting Sergeant Ernest Joseph TRACY, a 22 year old Tailor’s cutter from Merewether, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 February 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

3564 Private John Louis WEDDERBURN, a 19 year old Scale maker from Drummoyne, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 June 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3557 Private Francis Edward WHARTON, a 19 year old Blacksmith from Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

3556 Private Bertie Howard WRAY, a 22 year old Farmer from Glenmore via Raglan, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1917; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 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:

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

7th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Sunday, 7 February 2010 9:55 AM EAST

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8th LHR, AIF

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 2nd Reinforcement

8th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 2nd Reinforcement, embarked from Melbourne, Victoria on board HMAT A26 Armadale on 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.

See: Navigating the National Archives Service File 

Embarkation Roll

 

682 Private Rolls Charles Stacpole ALBAN, a 19 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

Second Lieutenant Albert Naples ANDERSON, a 29 year old Accountant from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 25 April 1917.

 

708 Private Lawrence James BREWSTER, a 21 year old Farm Labourer from Northcote, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1916.

683 Private Thomas John BROWN, a 39 year old Labourer from Redfern, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 January 1919.

684 Private Frederick BUCKINGHAM, a 21 year old Farmer from Koonwarra, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

 

686 Private James Pullar CAMERON, a 23 year old Engine driver from Orbost, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

687 Private William CAMPBELL, a 19 year old Labourer from Nyang, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 October 1915.

685 Private Douglas CARMICHAEL, a 23 year old Bank Clerk from West Greta, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

688 Private Charles Norton CLARK, a 26 year old Labourer from Heidelberg, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 December 1918.

689 Private Walter COMBS, a 41 year old Labourer from Corack West, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

 

694 Private Percy George DEWHURST, a 29 year old Station Overseer from Inglewood, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

695 Private Frederick James DOWNING, a 22 year old Groom from Tumut, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 March 1916.

690 Private Alfred DRISCOLL, a 32 year old Labourer from Paddington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

693 Private Thomas Alfred DUDDERIDGE, a 20 year old Labourer from Maffra, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

702 Private Arthur Sylvester DUNN aka John Sydney PALMER, a 21 year old Electrical Engineer from Malvern, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

692 Private Thomas Leo DWYER, a 22 year old Station hand from South Yarra, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 30 August 1915.

 

696 Private Lewis Charles EDWARDS, a 23 year old Engineer from South Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 November 1915.

733 Private James Alexander ELLIOTT, a 30 year old Farm Labourer from Rainbow, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 10 August 1916.

 

652 Private Robert FRASER, a 21 year old Labourer from The Rocks, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 June 1915.

 

697 Private Edwin Lewis Sylvanus GARTHE, a 21 year old Labourer from Braybrook, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 September 1915.

700 Private Albert GESELL, a 19 year old Rope maker from East Ballarat, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 October 1915.

698 Private Louis Gerald GRIFFIN, a 36 year old Labourer from Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

699 Private Herbert Matthew GRIGGS, a 34 year old Farmer from East Malvern, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 February 1917.

 

701 Private William John HOCKLEY, a 29 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

728 Private John Joseph HUNTER, a 22 year old Labourer from Caulfield, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 December 1918.

 

703 Private Edward Richard KILPATRICK, a 24 year old Tinsmith from Surrey Hills, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 5 September 1915.

 

704 Private Leslie Mervyn LADYMAN, a 19 year old Farmer from Tooan East, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

731 Private Alfred Lyle LAXTON, a 21 year old Tailor from Stawell, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

705 Private Albert Robert LOWE, a 22 year old Labourer from Horsham, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 June 1916.

 

732 Private Hugh MACPHERSON, a 24 year old Labourer from Branxholme, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

712 Private Samuel MAKEHAM, a 24 year old Jeweller from Korumburra, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 August 1915.

710 Private Henry MANN, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Sth Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 September 1914; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 3 April 1916.

707 Private Albert John MAY, a 20 year old Butcher from Toora, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

709 Private Keith Herbert McCORMICK, a 19 year old Labourer from Rosebud, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 August 1919.

706 Private David McGARVIE, a 22 year old Dairy farmer from Pomborneit, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 November 1915.

711 Private James Edward McMANUS, a 28 year old Farmer from Sea Lake, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

714 Private Frank Radford POMERY, a 19 year old Farmer from Kaniva, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 26 September 1917.

Private Joseph James POWER, a 21 year old Groom from Brook Street PO, Euroa, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 October 1914; and subsequently Died of Accident, 18 March 1915.

 

717 Private John Allan RAMSAY, a 22 year old Labourer from Ballarat, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

713 Private Francis Walter READER, a 21 year old Labourer from Aspley, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 October 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 September 1919.

718 Private James Daniel RICHARDSON, a 21 year old Labourer from Gormandale, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 September 1919.

715 Private Frederick RODERICK, a 22 year old Labourer from Lindenow, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 September 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

 

720 Private Percy Frederick SAVAGE, a 23 year old Farmer from Wonyip, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 September 1919.

724 Private Robert SCOTT, a 22 year old Confectioner from Northcote, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 January 1916.

719 Private Leonard John SHACKLOCK, a 21 year old Carpenter from Kew, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 January 1918.

721 Private Walter Herbert SHIELLS, a 32 year old Dairy farmer from Richmond, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

723 Private Henry Frederick SMITH, a 37 year old Farmer from Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 November 1915.

722 Private Edward Reuben SOMERVILLE, a 23 year old Farmer from Warrnambool, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 11 August 1915.

 

727 Private Alfred WALLIS, a 32 year old Electrician from Moonie Ponds, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

725 Private Augustus WATSON, a 37 year old Groom from North Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

726 Private Clarence George Thomas WILLIAMS, a 21 year old Clerk from Camberwell, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 28 December 1917.

730 Corporal Edgar Marwick WILLIAMS, a 19 year old Foreman from Camberwell, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

729 Private James Joseph Reginald WILSON, a 19 year old Salesman from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 October 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 August 1915.

 

Previous: 1st Reinforcement

Next: 3rd 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: Wednesday, 17 February 2010 3:13 PM EAST

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