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Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, South Australia

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General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Queensland
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

5th GSR, Queensland

SS Port Darwin

The General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Queensland, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A15 Port Darwin 14 September 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.

Embarkation Roll

63985 Private Frederick Peter BARRETT, a 19 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

63984 Private Arthur Herbert BAUER, a 19 year old Butcher from Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 18 July 1919.

63987 Private Walter Hardie BELL, a 20 year old Surveyor's Chainman from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

63986 Private William Harry BELL, a 19 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

63988 Private Henry CAUNTER, a 21 year old Labourer from Tannymorel, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57956 Private Samuel James CLAYDON, a 23 year old Butcher from Lansdale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Returned to Australia 4 December 1918.

64014 Private James Emmet CRAWFORD, a 19 year old Engine fitter from MacLean, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 14 March 1919.

63989 Private Willie CUMMINGS, a 19 year old Labourer from Barambah Settlement, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 32nd Company Australian Army Supply Corps Anzac Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

63990 Private Joseph John ELLIS, a 22 year old Horse Breaker from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57969 Corporal Walter Blake FORSTER, a 25 year old Business Manager from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 May 1918. After embarkation he was admitted to hospital and Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Returned to Australia 12 December 1918.

63991 Private Victor Douglas FRASER, a 34 year old Soldier from Rifle Range, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 June 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

63992 Private Albert Victor GAYLARD, a 21 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57972 Private William Frederick GORDON, an 18 year old Farm labourer from Broxbourne Pittsworth, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 8 October 1919.

57977 Acting Sergeant Reginald HADDOCK, a 21 year old Teacher from Albion, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Infantry Battalion; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 6 September 1919.

63993 Private William HINTON, a 21 year old Fitter from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

63994 Private James HODGE, a 24 year old Labourer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

63995 Private Alfred Charles HOMER, a 19 year old Clerk from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the AIF Canteens; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 17 April 1920.

63997 Private Robert KIMLER, an 18 year old Carter from Roma, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

63982 Private Timothy Patrick KING, a 19 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57874 Private Basil Frank LARKIN, an 18 year old Farmer from Atherton via Cairns, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Training Depot, Britain; and subsequently Returned to Australia 18 December 1918.

63999 Private Douglas Edward LAW, a 19 year old Stockman from Gayndah, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

63998 Private Vincent Frederick LAW, a 21 year old Jockey from Gayndah, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 32nd Company Australian Army Supply Corps Anzac Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64001 Private Archibald Edward MAHER, an 18 year old Porter from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 38th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64004 Private John MARTIN, a 22 year old Stockman from Tambourine, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Ambulance; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64000 Private Edwin George MAWHINNEY, an 18 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

57891 Private Roy Louis McGUIRE, a 19 year old Clerk from Kingaroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Died of Disease 24 July 1918.

64002 Private Robert Johnston McLAUGHLIN, a 19 year old Bank clerk from Ayr, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 May 1919.

64012 Private Ewan Livingstone MUNRO, a 19 year old Clerk from Cucania via Cairns, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the AIF Headquarters; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

64005 Private Arthur Edmund OSLER, a 25 year old Bookkeeper from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

64007 Private Robert Scott PARKES, a 20 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 38th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57907 Private William PASCOE, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Returned to Australia 4 December 1918.

64006 Private Leslie George PERKINS, a 19 year old Clerk from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Ambulance; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 5 July 1919.

64015 Private Thomas Henry RODWELL, a 20 year old Clerk from Gin Gin, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

64009 Private John Patrick SMITH, a 39 year old Carpenter from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the GSR depot; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 19 January 1919.

64008 Private Eriv Gunner STEN, a 19 year old Stockman from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

57926 Private Harold Benjamin TALBOT, a 27 year old Pastoralist from Oxford, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 December 1914. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Postal Corps AIF Headquarters; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 May 1919.

64011 Private Alexander McDonald TERRY, a 20 year old Stockman from Inkerman Station via Ayr, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

64013 Private Arthur WALSH, a 21 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 36th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 17 July 1919.

57955 Private Frederick Samuel WILLIMOTT, a 38 year old Caretaker from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 March 1919.

57934 Private John WILSON, a 33 year old Labourer from Stanthorpe, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently was Discharged 13 May 1919.

Previous: 5th GSR, Victoria

Next: 5th GSR, South Australia

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
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.

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Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Queensland

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General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Tasmania
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

5th GSR, Tasmania

SS Port Darwin

The General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Tasmania, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A15 Port Darwin 14 September 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.

Embarkation Roll

64291 Private Tasman Leo ARMSTRONG, a 21 year old Labourer from Cygnet, Tasmania. He enlisted on 13 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64292 Private John Mac BRETT, a 20 year old Labourer from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 8 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64293 Private Montague Sydney CRANE, a 33 year old Orchardist from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 10 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64294 Private John Stanfield HARPER, a 32 year old Labourer from Launceston, Tasmania. He enlisted on 24 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 5 March 1919.

64295 Private Stanley VINEY, a 28 year old Jockey from Carrick, Tasmania. He enlisted on 8 November 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 37th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64297 Private Albert Arthur WILSON, an 18 year old Farmer from Scottsdale, Tasmania. He enlisted on 4 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64298 Private Charlie WOODS, a 19 year old Labourer from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 18 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 June 1919.

Previous: 5th GSR, South Australia

Next: 5th GSR, Western Australia

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
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:

Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Tasmania

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General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, New South Wales
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

5th GSR, New South Wales

SS Port Darwin

The General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, New South Wales, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A15 Port Darwin 14 September 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.

Embarkation Roll

64036 Private William Richard Frederick BABER, a 20 year old Grocer's Assistant from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Ambulance; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64031 Acting Corporal Norman Beresford BASSAN, a 19 year old Clerk from Hunters Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 31 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64041 Private Richard BATEUP, a 20 year old Farmer from Dubbo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64037 Private Lionel Archibald BATTERHAM, a 21 year old Labourer from Moonan Flat via Scone, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

64045 Private Alfred Ernest BENNETT, a 21 year old Farmer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64044 Private William John BENNETT, a 19 year old Farm hand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 September 1916. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 17 July 1919.

64042 Private Edward BOFFINGER, a 19 year old Farm hand from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64035 Private Maurice Dominick BOLAND, an 18 year old Clerk from East Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the GSR depot; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

64033 Private Ralph Arnold BOOTS, a 19 year old Painter from Raymond Terrace, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64039 Private John Charles BRAY, a 19 year old Jackeroo from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64032 Private Herbert Harrington BROWN, a 25 year old Dairy man from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64038 Private Cecil BROWNLOW, an 18 year old Boiler maker from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64043 Private Keith Edman BUCKNELL, a 28 year old Selector from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64040 Private Percival BURKE, a 20 year old Farmer from Dunedoo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64034 Private Daniel Joseph BYRNE, a 25 year old School Teacher from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

64047 Private Norman Grant CAVANAUGH, a 19 year old Clerk from Copmanhurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64048 Private George Dewey CAYLOR, a 20 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain 30 November 1919.

64049 Private Richard Henry CHAMPION, a 20 year old Baker from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64051 Private Reginald CLARENCE, a 19 year old Miner from Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64052 Private Eric Innes COCKS, an 18 year old Clerk from Narrabri, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64046 Private Leslie Charles CORAM, an 18 year old Electrician from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64050 Private Arthur Percy COULIN, a 19 year old Coach Builder from Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 31 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 June 1919.

64053 Private Alan Charles DAVIS, a 19 year old Clerk from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64055 Private Percy John DAVIS, a 21 year old Farmer from East Billabong via Parkes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64056 Private William DEARLING, a 21 year old Fireman from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 March 1919.

64054 Ptr Harold John DOHERTY, a 20 year old Wheelwright from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

64058 Private Robert EARL, a 19 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64057 Private Richard Luther EDWARDS, a 20 year old Coal Mine Wheeler from Bulli, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

64059 Private Stanley Roy FAYLE, a 19 year old Clerk from Murwillumbah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the AIF Canteens; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 September 1919.

64060 Private Edward GRAHAM, a 40 year old Carpenter from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 September 1914. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64065 Private Hector HASSALL, a 19 year old Farmer from Narraburra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64066 Private Ernest Francis Geary HENDERSON, a 22 year old Law Clerk from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64064 Private Robert William HEWITT, a 21 year old Station hand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64062 Sapper Joseph HOLMES, a 38 year old Electrician from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64112 Private James Edward Balford HOOKER, a 20 year old Clerk from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64061 Private Clarence William HUNT, a 19 year old Farmer from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64063 Private Claude James HUNT, an 18 year old Grazier from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64067 Private William Henry INGRAM, an 18 year old Plumber from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64070 Private Bernard Frederick JOHNSON, an 18 year old Rail worker from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the GSR depot; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

64068 Private Thomas JONES, a 21 year old Clerk from Muswellbrook, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64072 Private George Charles KAIN, a 43 year old Electric crane driver from Redfern, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64073 Private Cuthbert Vivian KNAUER, a 23 year old Clerk from Frederickton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64071 Private Edward John KOHLER, a 20 year old Rail clerk from Kensington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 6th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64076 Private Eric William LEESON, a 21 year old Farmer from Anglewood, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64077 Private Cecil Frederick LEWIS, an 18 year old Steel worker from Adamstown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 March 1919.

64074 Private Arthur Holden LINDEMAN, a 37 year old Grocer from Gosford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64075 Private John Robert Matteson LOWRY, a 19 year old Farmer from Spencers Gully Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64079 Private Austin McDonnall MACK, a 19 year old Jackeroo from Bingara, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64078 Private Frank MAYNARD, a 19 year old Farmer from Trundle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64082 Private Francis Patrick McGRATH, a 23 year old Farmer from Mudgee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64080 Private George Francis McKAY, an 18 year old Farmer from Cessnock, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 38th Company Australian Army Supply Corps; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 March 1919.

64081 Private Karl Arthur MITCHELL, a 21 year old Orchardist from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64083 Private Hugh John MOYLAN, an 18 year old Clerk from Gunnedah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

Lieutenant William Maurice NELSON, a 21 year old Merchant from Domain, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 September 1914. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the ships staff only; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 November 1918.

64085 Private Leslie Robert NEWMAN, a 36 year old Station Manager from Strathfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64084 Private Frank Kearney NEWNHAM, an 18 year old Grazier from Gunnedah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 27 June 1919.

64086 Private Sherman David O'ROURKE, a 29 year old Driver from Sth Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 8 April 1919.

64088 Private Stanley Clarence PATEMAN, a 20 year old Blacksmith from Mudgee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64087 Private Arthur Edward Claude PROCTOR, a 23 year old Motor Driver from Penrith, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the GSR depot; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 March 1919.

64089 Private Joseph Wentworth QUIRK, an 18 year old Labourer from Marrickville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64091 Private George Albert Victor REYNOLDS, a 19 year old Labourer from Dubbo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64090 Private Benjamin Albert ROLLES, a 19 year old Farmer from Dubbo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Ambulance; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64094 Private Charles Edwin SCHULZ, a 22 year old Farmer from Henty, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64095 Private Chisholm Ross SMITH, a 20 year old Station hand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64092 Private James Irwin STUART, a 35 year old Farmer from Tumut, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64096 Private Oscar George SUTTON, an 18 year old Farmer from Wellington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Ambulance; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64098 Private Ernest Dean TAYLOR, a 20 year old Labourer from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64097 Private Herbert Amone Robert TAYLOR, a 21 year old Labourer from Grundy via Scone, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 June 1918. After embarkation he was Disembarked at Albany 21 September 1918; and subsequently was Discharged 30 November 1918.

64099 Private Thomas Alfred TURNER, a 30 year old Station manager from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64106 Private William George WALL, a 19 year old Bread carter from Normanhurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64103 Private Allen Hamilton WARNER, a 20 year old Auctioneer from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 March 1919.

64101 Acting Corporal Richard Harrington Seymour WELLS, a 19 year old Architect assistant from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64104 Private George WILKIE, a 21 year old Produce merchant from Mortlake, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64100 Acting Sergeant Clement Quinton WILLIAMS, a 20 year old Jackeroo from Neutral Bay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64108 Private Stanley Garnet WILLIAMSON, an 18 year old Butcher from Bega, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 November 1914. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64102 Private Claude Clifton WOODLAND, a 25 year old Dairy man from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 June 1919.

64116 Private James YOUNG, a 34 year old Shipping Agent from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 7th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 31 October 1919.

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Next: 5th GSR, Victoria

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
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:

Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, New South Wales

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General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Victoria
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

5th GSR, Victoria

SS Port Darwin

The General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Victoria, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A15 Port Darwin 14 September 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.

Embarkation Roll

64151 Private James Leslie ANDREW, a 22 year old Joiner from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64152 Private Albert ANDREWS, a 22 year old Labourer from Wonthaggi, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64153 Private Edward Norwood ARCHER, a 18 year old Farmer from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 7 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64154 Private Richard Henry BAILEY, a 35 year old Labourer from Warracknabeal, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 7 April 1919.

64164 Private George Henry BAINES, a 19 year old Engine Driver from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 31 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64155 Private Ronald Morton BEGG, a 19 year old Salesman from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64156 Private Arthur John BETT, a 19 year old Farmer from Yea, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64158 Private Keith Raymond BRADSHAW, an 18 year old Clerk from Malvern, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 14 March 1919.

64159 Private Herbert Frederick Richard BRAVINGTON, an 18 year old Electrician from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64163 Private William Henry BROOKS, a 22 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64160 Private John Alfred BROWN, a 20 year old Clerk from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Signal Squadron ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64161 Private Charles Richard BROWNE, an 18 year old Grocer's Assistant from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 October 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64162 Private Thomas Edward BROWNE, a 28 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64166 Private Roy Ian CAMERON, a 19 year old Clerk from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 4 March 1919.

64167 Private Arthur Herbert CAMPBELL, a 19 year old Student from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64165 Private Thomas Joseph CANTY, a 20 year old Storeman from Abbotsford, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 17 July 1919.

64168 Private Cyril CARNIE, a 22 year old Clerk from Middle Park, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Pay Corps AIF Headquarters ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

64169 Private Basil Delany CARTER, a 23 year old Auctioneer from Traralgon, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64170 Private Phillip Gordon CARTER, a 19 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Ambulance ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64171 Private Percy Hubert Locksley CARTLEDGE, a 37 year old Labourer from Abbottsford, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64172 Private Thomas Albert CHAMBERLAIN, a 34 year old Foreman from Gardenvale, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64173 Private Michael James CHAMBERS, a 38 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64174 Private Peter Emil Ludwig Valerius CHRISTENSEN, a 27 year old Planter from South Yarra, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 1 November 1919.

64175 Private Edmund Donald COCK, a 21 year old Grazier from East Malvern, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 September 1919.

64176 Private Victor Hubert COHEN, an 18 year old Salesman from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64177 Private Frank Gordon COLE, a 19 year old Blacksmith from Colac, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64178 Private Alfred John CONRON, a 20 year old Clerk PM's Dept from Essendon, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Signal Troop ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

64179 Private Clifford Nerrier COOK, a 19 year old Jeweller from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64181 Private Bertie Samuel COX, a 22 year old Corn merchant from Burwood, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Field Ambulance ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

64182 Private John Robert CROOM, an 18 year old Telephonist from Prahran, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64183 Private James Douglas CRUICKSHANK, an 18 year old Bank clerk from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64184 Private George Cedrick CUNDY, an 18 year old Jackeroo from Bendigo, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64185 Private Edward William CUTTING, a 22 year old Farmer from Birchip, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64186 Private Crawford William DAVIES, a 20 year old Driver from Abbotsford, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64187 Private Samuel DAVIES, a 19 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64188 Private William Edwin DAVIES, a 19 year old Orderly Worker from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Ambulance ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64189 Private George Alexander DEANSHAW, a 23 year old Farm hand from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

64190 Private Hugh John DELANEY, a 21 year old Grocer from Benalla, Victoria. He enlisted on 25 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64191 Private John DONOGHUE, a 19 year old Munition worker from Moonie Ponds, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Ambulance ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

64192 Private William Henry DOWNING, an 18 year old Farm hand from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64193 Private Norman Redvers ELY, an 18 year old Bank clerk from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Ambulance ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 May 1919.

64194 Private Arthur Herbert FRANCIS, an 18 year old Farmer from Hamilton, Victoria. He enlisted on 13 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Ambulance ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

64195 Private Samuel Oliver FRANCIS, a 19 year old Labourer from Coleraine, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64196 Private William Herbert GARSIDE, a 30 year old Farmer from Euroa, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64197 Private Alexander John GODING, an 18 year old Butcher from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64198 Private John Baxter GOFF, an 18 year old Fitter from Footscray, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64199 Private Frank Henry GOODWIN, an 18 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64208 Private Percival Embling HARDY, a 21 year old Farmer from Dandenong, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 6 July 1919.

64204 Private Edward Hamilton HARRATT, a 37 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 30 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64205 Private James Robert HAY, a 18 year old Farmer from Leongatha, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64206 Private Robert Huzzy HEARD, a 27 year old Driver from Collingwood, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 June 1919.

64207 Private Leslie Victor HILL, an 18 year old Farm labourer from Tooradin, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 3 July 1919.

64209 Private Matthew Leo HOGAN, a 20 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64211 Private Henry Ernest HORNE, a 19 year old Drover from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 15th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

64210 Private Russell HOWARD, a 25 year old Grazier from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

55095 Private Robert Henry KELLS, an 18 year old Farm hand from Prahran, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 25 January 1919.

64212 Private Archibald Joseph NICHOLSON, a 22 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Regiment ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 5 August 1919.

Previous: 5th GSR, New South Wales

Next: 5th GSR, Queensland

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
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:

Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 5th GSR, Victoria

Posted by Project Leader at 12:01 AM EAST

Updated: Sunday, 13 December 2009 3:00 PM EAST