GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

3rd GSR, New South Wales

The General Service Reinforcements, 3rd GSR, New South Wales, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A18 Wiltshire 10 June 1918.

The HMAT A18 Wiltshire weighed 10,390 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.

Embarkation Roll

 

56961 Private William Doyle BANNAN, a 25 year old Mechanic from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 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.

57028 Private Henry Percival BIGG, an 18 year old Manager from Thalgarrah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 July 1915. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Ambulance; and subsequently Returned to Australia 17 July 1919.

56958 Private William Thomas BLACKLEY aka Thomas BLACKWELL, a 29 year old Bread Carter from Sydney, 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; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 14 March 1919.

56960 Private Brook BONARIUS, a 23 year old Horse Trainer from Sydney, 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 1st Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 May 1919.

56955 Private William Angelo BREES, a 43 year old Grazier from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 November 1917. 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.

56957 Private Henry Walter BROWN, a 33 year old Groom from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 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 16 March 1919.

56959 Private Norman Denham BROWN, a 23 year old Horse driver from Liverpool, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 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.

 

56966 Private David Malcolm CLARK, a 20 year old Farmer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 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 21 July 1919.

57044 Private Edward Gordon CLARKE, a 19 year old Cashier from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 March 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.

57043 Private George Gladstone CLARKE, a 19 year old Accountant from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 March 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.

56968 Private Samuel Wallace CONNOLLY, a 31 year old Blacksmith from Campsie, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 April 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.

56962 Private Edward John COOPER, a 23 year old Motor driver from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 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.

56967 Private Oliver Fitzroy COSTER, a 18 year old Farmer from unknown. He enlisted on 9 April 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.

56969 Private Albert Joseph CROWE, a 21 year old Labourer from unknown. He enlisted on 23 April 1917. 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.

 

56975 Private William DENMARK, a 25 year old Glass Blower from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 October 1917. 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.

 

56974 Private Roy Archibald EDWARDS, a 20 year old Labourer from Dubbo, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 April 1919.

56973 Private Allan Percy Ray ERINBERG, a 19 year old Labourer from Glen Innes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 April 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.

 

56976 Private John Michael FARRELL, a 24 year old Journalist from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 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 29 January 1919.

57027 Private Arthur James FLANAGAN aka Frank WILLIAMS, an 18 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 March 1917. 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 20 September 1919.

 

56977 Private Edward George GARTH, a 21 year old Jockey from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 November 1917. 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.

57030 Private Arthur Rudolf GOLDSMITH, a 22 year old Clerk from Sydney, 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 15th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

56978 Private Herbert GOWER, a 32 year old Commercial Traveller from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 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 29 April 1919.

56952 Private Robert Paul GREER, a 38 year old Clerk from East Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 October 1917. 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.

57032 Private Victor GUPPY, 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 1st Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

 

56983 Private Francis Cecil HAINES, a 21 year old Packer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 May 1917. 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.

56982 Private James HALLENAN, a 40 year old Labourer from Wollongong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 January 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 15 January 1919.

56985 Private Charles Stuart Fitzgerald HANDFIELD, a 31 year old Sign writer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 13 March 1919.

56984 Private Alexander Forrester HARDIE, a 38 year old Independent from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 April 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.

56980 Private Geoffrey HARLUM, a 23 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 November 1917. 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.

56986 Private Joseph HARRIS, a 26 year old Labourer from Mission Camp Wellington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 April 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.

56981 Private Henry HAWKINS, a 22 year old Labourer from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 October 1917. 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.

 

56988 Private Lionel JACKSON, a 24 year old Labourer from Goulburn, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 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.

56987 Private George Henry Edward JENNINGS, a 19 year old Rabbit trapper from Wellington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 April 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.

 

56989 Private John Edward KEITH, a 19 year old Farmer from West Maitland, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 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.

57031 Private Frank KELLY, a 23 year old Horse Breaker from Sydney, 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 Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 12 April 1919.

56993 Private Amos Spencer KENNETT, an 18 year old Clerk from Griffiths, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 February 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.

56992 Private David Michael KENT, a 24 year old Farmer from Orange, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 March 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 16 May 1919.

56990 Private Reginald Herbert Eustace KENT, a 30 year old Metal worker from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 March 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Light Horse Details; and subsequently Returned to Australia 22 December 1918.

 

53476 Private Howard Henry LEANEY, a 21 year old Farmer from The Hub Milton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 55th Infantry Battalion; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 October 1919.

56996 Private Albert Edward LEE, a 21 year old Labourer from Marrickville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 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.

57000 Private Henry LEMON, a 21 year old Labourer from Wellington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 February 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 16 March 1919.

56997 Private Charles Thomas LEWIS, a 24 year old Motor Mechanic from Liverpool, New South Wales. He enlisted on 31 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Service Corps Details; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 15 March 1919.

56995 Private Reginald Cyril LOADER, a 19 year old Labourer from Bunongong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 April 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.

56994 Private Edgar John LUFF, a 19 year old Farrier from Fremantle, Western Australia. He enlisted on 21 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 10th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 24 July 1919.

56998 Private Eric Gordon LYONS, a 20 year old Shearer from Euchareena via Orange, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 December 1917. 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.

 

57003 Private George Albert McDonald MAYBURY, a 25 year old Labourer from Browns Creek Carcoar, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 June 1917. 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 6 May 1919.

57001 Private Lachlan Charles McDONALD, a 20 year old Farmer from Shell Harbour, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 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 28 June 1919.

57004 Private Horace Herman MILLER, an 18 year old Farm labourer from Coolamon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 June 1917. 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.

57002 Private Stanley Robert MUDDELL, a 31 year old Carpenter from Darlington, 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 2nd Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and subsequently Died of Disease 14 October 1918.

 

57008 Private Maxwell PALMER, a 22 year old Farmer from Gundagai, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 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.

57007 Private Allen Ainslie PATON, an 18 year old Student from Darlinghurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 April 1916. 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 January 1919.

 

57014 Private Harold Julian Wilberforce RAPHAEL, a 23 year old Salesman from Darlinghurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the ER Cpl AIF HQ; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 22 November 1919.

57013 Private George Edward Henry RENWICK, a 19 year old Insurance Clerk from Ryde, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 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.

57015 Private William RILEY, a 21 year old Labourer from Hurstville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 April 1917. 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 2 August 1919.

57038 Private Alexander RUTHVEN, a 33 year old Plantation Owner from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 June 1917. 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.

 

57016 Private Charles Leslie SAMUEL, an 18 year old Dealer from Leichhardt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 April 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 29 April 1919.

57033 Private George Thomas William SCOTT, an 18 year old Farm Hand from Grafton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 December 1917. 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.

56951 Private Terence SMITH, a 36 year old Area Officer from Cootamundra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 March 1917. 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.

57038 Private Harold STANTON, a 24 year old Labourer from Campsie, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 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 16 March 1919.

57018 Private Roy Edward STURGISS, an 18 year old Labourer from Tarago, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 January 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 8 April 1919.

57017 Private Jack Memall SUTTON, a 23 year old Farmer from Strathfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 April 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.

 

57019 Private John Francis Donohue TAMPLIN, a 29 year old Clerk from Guilford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 November 1917. 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 2 August 1919.

 

57024 Private Ernest John WARD, a 38 year old Farmer from Cobargo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 November 1917. 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.

56954 Acting Corporal George John Mollsworth WATSON, a 21 year old Clerk from East Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 September 1917. 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 18 December 1919.

57025 Private Francis Beauchamp WAYGOOD, a 30 year old Clerk / Theatre usher from Zillmere, Queensland / Neutral Bay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and subsequently was Discharged 28 June 1919.

57034 Private Thomas WEEKES, a 35 year old Horse driver from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 December 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 17 July 1919.

57035 Private Asher Ebenezer WESTCOTT, a 34 year old Storeman from Chatswood, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 January 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 29 April 1919.

57040 Private George Lance WHEELER, an 18 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 February 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.

57020 Private Peter Thomas George WHITELEY, a 21 year old Civil Servant from Bega, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 December 1917. 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 12 April 1919.

57022 Private William WOOLRIDGE, a 20 year old Horse driver from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and subsequently was Discharged 17 July 1918.

56970 Private Henry Richard WORTHINGTON aka Henry Richard DERRETT, a 26 year old Clerk from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 December 1917. 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 26 July 1919.

57023 Private Hilton WRAY, a 20 year old Jockey from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 January 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 16 May 1919.

56953 Acting Corporal William James Lockrey WRIGHT, a 25 year old Policeman from Police Station Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 July 1917. 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.

57036 Private David James WYKES, a 22 year old Farmer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 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.

 

57037 Private Frederick Beno ZOBEL, a 25 year old Farmer from Gilgandra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 April 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 16 March 1919.

 

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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:

General Service Reinforcements, AIF

General Service Reinforcements, Roll of Honour   

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

3rd GSR, Victoria

The General Service Reinforcements, 3rd GSR, Victoria, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A18 Wiltshire 10 June 1918.

The HMAT A18 Wiltshire weighed 10,390 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.

Embarkation Roll

 

57075 Private Wallace Sproule ALEXANDER, a 20 year old Farmer from Lockhart, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 March 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.

57127 Private Edgar ALLEN, a 20 year old Farmer from Mt Duneed, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 March 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.

57076 Private William ANDERSON, a 21 year old School Teacher from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Motor Transport; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57077 Private Joseph AUGER, a 21 year old Driver from Bright, Victoria. He enlisted on 21 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently Died of Disease 21 September 1918.

 

57078 Private Ilford BARBER, a 24 year old Farmer from Horsham, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 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 15 June 1919.

57128 Private Victor Alfred BUTCHER, a 19 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 March 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.

 

57079 Private Leo Patrick CARROLL, a 19 year old Farm Hand from Warrnambool, Victoria. He enlisted on 15 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 15 June 1919.

57080 Private Frederick CLIFFORD, a 28 year old Farmer from Minyip, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 March 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.

57081 Private Frederick Leonard COHEN, an 18 year old Salesman from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 6 February 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.

57082 Private James COLEMAN, an 18 year old Grocer from Wangaratta, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 June 1917. 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.

57083 Private William John COOPER, a 21 year old Labourer from Casterton, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 January 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.

57084 Private Albert Reginald COPPIN, a 20 year old Teacher from Shepparton, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 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.

57086 Private Stanley Albert CUST, a 21 year old Labourer from Pomborneit via Colac, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 March 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 15 June 1919.

 

57074 Private Stephen DAUNT, a 21 year old Accountant from Maryborough, Victoria. He enlisted on 16 October 1917. 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.

57089 Private John Herbert DAY, a 28 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 February 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.

57129 Private Rutherford DEANE-SMITH, a 18 year old Wool Classer from Sunbury, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 March 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.

 

57091 Private Samuel Hawkins EDGE, a 18 year old Farmer from Rochester, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 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 15 June 1919.

57092 Private Arthur Joseph Henry ELLIOTT, a 20 year old Farmer from Maryborough, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 March 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.

57138 Private William Richard EMMETT, a 21 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 April 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.

57130 Private James ESSON, an 18 year old Farmer from Camperdown, Victoria. He enlisted on 5 March 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.

 

57141 Private Andrew Thomas FAULKNER aka John McGOWEN, a 23 year old Blacksmith from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 August 1914. 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 4 March 1919.

57093 Private Hector Charles FAUVEL, a 19 year old Salesman from Hawthorn, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 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 15 June 1919.

57135 Private Gilbert Henry FINLAY, a 21 year old Farmer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 9 April 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.

57094 Private James FOUND, a 19 year old Farm Hand from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 March 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.

 

57095 Private John Robert GELLATLY, a 19 year old Farmer from Lubeck, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 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.

57096 Private George Samuel GILBERT, a 19 year old Grocer from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 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 15 June 1919.

57136 Private William GILES, an 18 year old Farm Hand from Sale, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 March 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.

Second Lieutenant Alfred Edgar GRAY, a 28 year old Soldier from St Kilda, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 September 1917. 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 28 October 1918.

 

57097 Private George Eric HALE, a 21 year old Clerk from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 January 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.

57071 Private Edward Charles HARRIS, a 33 year old Collector of Customs in Papua from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 3 January 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 9 January 1920.

57098 Private Frank HARRISON, a 44 year old Grazier from Wangaratta, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 January 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.

57101 Private Daniel Joseph HICKEY, an 18 year old Butcher from Carlton, Victoria. He enlisted on 27 September 1917. 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.

57102 Private Albert Stanley HUNTINGTON, an 18 year old Labourer from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 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 28 April 1919.

57131 Private Edgar HUNTLY-DAVIS, a 39 year old Manager from Melbourne, 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 9 April 1919.

 

57103 Private David Llewellyn JACKSON, an 18 year old Farmer from St Arnaud, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 February 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.

57104 Private Harry JONES, a 20 year old Farmer from Mildura, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 March 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.

 

57106 Private Ernest Samuel KILLIN, an 18 year old Labourer from Hawthorn, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 March 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.

57072 Acting Sergeant John Douse LANGLEY, a 22 year old Overseer from Bendigo, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 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 16 March 1919.

57107 Private Murray Winter LEWIS, a 32 year old Farmer from Ultimo, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 March 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.

 

57109 Private Allan McLean McDONALD, a 21 year old Bank clerk from Maffra, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 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 14 March 1919.

57110 Private Edward Scott McNALLY, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Yan Yean, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 March 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.

57111 Private Arthur Patrick MURPHY, a 41 year old Farmer from Kerang, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 March 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 May 1919.

 

57112 Private Lloyd Arnold PARKS, a 19 year old Bank Clerk from Shepparton, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 February 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 12 April 1919.

57134 Private George William PENNELL, a 21 year old Driver from Footscray, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 March 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 16 March 1919.

57113 Private Thomas Francis PURCELL, a 20 year old Bank Clerk from Burrumbeet, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 December 1917. 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.

 

57114 Private Alexander John QUAIL, a 21 year old Labourer from Buchan, Victoria. He enlisted on 23 November 1917. 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.

 

57115 Private James Edmund REYNOLDS, a 19 year old Farmer from Drysdale, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 March 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.

 

57116 Private Robert Victor SCOTT, a 21 year old Farmer from Rathscar West via Avoca, Victoria. He enlisted on 19 March 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.

57139 Private Charles Thomas SMITH, a 19 year old Forester from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 17 April 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.

57133 Private Alexander STEWART, a 35 year old Farmer from Echuca, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 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 15 June 1919.

57117 Private George James STODDART, a 20 year old Farmer from Rochester, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 8th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently Died of Disease 26 September 1918.

 

57119 Private Percy George TREW, an 18 year old Labourer from Wonthaggi, Victoria. He enlisted on 26 February 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.

57121 Private Ronald Ward TURNER, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Wonthaggi, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 February 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.

 

57122 Private Frederick George UNWIN, a 19 year old Labourer from Korumburra, Victoria. He enlisted on 20 March 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.

 

57123 Private David Corbett VINERCOMBE, an 18 year old Farmer from Braham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 October 1917. 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.

 

57124 Private George WAYMAN, a 24 year old Woodcutter from Shepparton, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 March 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.

57126 Private Arthur Ernest WILSON, an 18 year old Butcher from Hawthorn, Victoria. He enlisted on 22 February 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.

 

Previous: 3rd GSR, New South Wales 

Next: 3rd 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:

General Service Reinforcements, AIF

General Service Reinforcements, Roll of Honour   

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Thursday, 10 December 2009 4:25 PM EAST

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3rd GSR, Queensland

The General Service Reinforcements, 3rd GSR, Queensland, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A18 Wiltshire 10 June 1918.

The HMAT A18 Wiltshire weighed 10,390 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.

Embarkation Roll

 

56904 Private Richard William BARKER, a 41 year old Commercial Traveller from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 19 January 1919.

56901 Private Arthur BEAUMONT, a 19 year old Orchardist from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently Returned to Australia 9 December 1918.

53211 Private Arthur John BEESTON, a 20 year old Bank Clerk from Corinda, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 December 1917. 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 18 July 1919.

56903 Private Herbert Fletcher BUSHFIELD, a 34 year old Fireman from Caboolture, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain 15 October 1919.

 

56906 Private William George Arthur COLEBROOK, an 18 year old Carpenter from Cooroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 November 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.

56907 Private Fredrick COOLWELL, a 19 year old Labourer from Toowong, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

56905 Private James Alfred COTTAM, a 30 year old Carter from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 17 July 1919.

56909 Private Aubrey Edward Upton COTTRELL-DORMER, a 19 year old Jackeroo from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

53221 Private Thomas Duncan CUNNINGHAM, an 18 year old Labourer from South Tumbulgum, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 April 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 3 May 1919.

56908 Private John CURRIE, an 18 year old Miner from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

 

53229 Acting Corporal Ernest John DALTON, a 21 year old Clerk from Kingaroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Field Artillery Brigade; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 25 September 1919.

 

56929 Private Ronald Fraser GALLOWAY, a 20 year old Postal worker from Bulimba, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 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.

56910 Private James Robert GRAHAM, a 29 year old Clerk from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

 

56911 Private William Henry HEDGES, a 19 year old Farm hand from Helidon, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 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 16 May 1919.

56913 Private Frank Cameron HUGHES, a 27 year old Grazier from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 December 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 28 June 1919.

56912 Private James HURLEY, a 26 year old Farmer from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Field Ambulance; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

 

56914 Private Eric Ronald INGLIS, a 19 year old Jackeroo from Ilfracombe, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

 

56915 Private Henry Richard KERRIGAN, a 44 year old Traveller from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 January 1919.

 

56917 Private Kenneth Allan LANG, a 21 year old Grazier from Jimbour, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 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.

56918 Private Walter James LEWIS, a 19 year old Stud groom from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently was Killed in Action 25 September 1918.

56919 Private William Arthur LITTLE, a 20 year old Carpenter from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 November 1917. 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.

56916 Private George LOCKYER, a 22 year old Carter from Red Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 May 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 29 April 1919.

 

56930 Private Stanley Gordon MAXWELL, an 18 year old Labourer from Newrybar via Bangalow, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

53285 Private Alan Richard McIVER, an 18 year old Farmer from Nanango, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 April 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 22 July 1919.

56920 Private Ernest MEAD, an 18 year old Stockman from Charters towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 28 January 1919.

 

56921 Private Kevin Sarsfield O'SULLIVAN, a 23 year old Article Surveyor from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 May 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.

 

56923 Private Bertie REED, a 30 year old Labourer from Bourke, 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 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Discharged 29 April 1919.

56922 Private Wylie Norman RENAUD, a 19 year old Groom from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

56924 Private Pompey ROBERTS, a 30 year old Stockman from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 2 August 1919.

56925 Private Charles Albert ROGERS, a 21 year old Farm labourer from Pomona, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 17 July 1919.

 

56932 Private Joseph Henry SCHUMACHER, a 21 year old Miner from Cairns, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

53264 Private Augustus Lionel SMITH, a 22 year old Engine driver from Mt Marshall via Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Field Artillery Brigade; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 9 December 1919.

56926 Private George Edward SMITH, a 19 year old Labourer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

56931 Private John Ernest STILL, a 29 year old Storeman from Cairns, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 April 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.

56928 Private Eugene STUBBERSFIELD, a 22 year old Engineer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 20 July 1919.

 

Previous: 3rd GSR, Victoria 

Next: 3rd 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.

Further Reading:

General Service Reinforcements, AIF

General Service Reinforcements, Roll of Honour   

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Thursday, 10 December 2009 4:23 PM EAST

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3rd GSR, South Australia

The General Service Reinforcements, 3rd GSR, South Australia, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A18 Wiltshire 10 June 1918.

The HMAT A18 Wiltshire weighed 10,390 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.

Embarkation Roll

 

57170 Private Alfred Paul Martin BAEHNISCH, a 21 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Mounted Division; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 July 1919.

57171 Private Cyril BAXTER, a 22 year old Timekeeper from Unley Park, South Australia. He enlisted on 8 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

57177 Private Rupert Carlisle BENNETT, a 29 year old Farmer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 5 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 14 March 1919.

56048 Private Robert John BERRY, a 19 year old Grocer’s mate from Woodville, South Australia. He enlisted on 14 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Division Ammunition Column; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 23 July 1919.

 

57178 Private Leslie Albert CARTER, a 21 year old Farmer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 27 November 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

 

57163 Private Arthur DUFFIELD, a 22 year old Farm hand from Morgan, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

 

57168 Private George Tasker EVANS, a 23 year old Motor Driver from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 6 November 1917. 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 14 March 1919.

 

56088 Private George Edward HAMILTON, a 23 year old Gardener from Warradale via Brighton, Victoria. He enlisted on 28 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 10th Infantry Battalion; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 18 July 1919.

57172 Private Frank Lavington HUMPHRIES, a 34 year old Storekeeper from Wilmington, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 October 1915. 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 Discharged 10 July 1919.

 

57169 Private Alfred JAENSCH, a 21 year old Butcher from Ambleside, South Australia. He enlisted on 6 February 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 13 June 1919.

57166 Private Leslie Oscar JONSSON, a 21 year old Clerk from Kent Town, South Australia. He enlisted on 30 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 16 May 1919.

57179 Private Edward JURY, a 33 year old Farmer from Meningie, South Australia. He enlisted on 6 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 26 January 1919.

 

57173 Private Herbert Frederick KRAFT, a 19 year old Stockman from Kapunda, South Australia. He enlisted on 8 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

 

57161 Private Lionel Francis LANDON, a 22 year old Journalist from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 January 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 16 March 1919.

 

57167 Private Alan Leslie McCALLUM, a 23 year old Fireman from Tantanoola, South Australia. He enlisted on 4 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 16 March 1919.

57175 Private Horatio Gordon MIELL, a 19 year old Jackeroo from St Peters, South Australia. He enlisted on 10 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

 

56119 Private Leslie Harold PEARCE, a 21 year old Warehouse man from Glenelg, South Australia. He enlisted on 23 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Field Artillery Brigade; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 6 September 1919.

 

57165 Private William George SUTTON, a 38 year old Drover from East Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 30 November 1917. 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.

57164 Private James Morris SYMONS, a 19 year old Storekeeper from Morgan, South Australia. He enlisted on 21 December 1917. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

 

57176 Private Frederick John TAYLOR, a 19 year old Farmer from Keith, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 10 July 1919.

 

57180 Private Norman Edgar VENNING, an 18 year old Farmer from Pinnaroo, South Australia. He enlisted on 15 February 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.

 

57162 Private Samuel John WHALLAND, an 18 year old Labourer from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 15 August 1917. 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 2 August 1919.

 

Previous: 3rd GSR, Queensland 

Next: 3rd GSR, Tasmania 

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:

General Service Reinforcements, AIF

General Service Reinforcements, Roll of Honour   

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Thursday, 10 December 2009 4:22 PM EAST

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3rd GSR, Tasmania

The General Service Reinforcements, 3rd GSR, Tasmania, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the HMAT A18 Wiltshire 10 June 1918.

The HMAT A18 Wiltshire weighed 10,390 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.

Embarkation Roll

 

57559 Private Archibald Francis ANDERSON, a 40 year old Bushman from Scottsdale, Tasmania. He enlisted on 5 April 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.

 

57552 Private Edwin George BOON, a 21 year old Farmer from Launceston, Tasmania. He enlisted on 7 December 1917. 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.

57553 Private Thomas BRYCE, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 15 March 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.

52255 Private Neil McKay BURBURY, a 21 year old Pastoralist from Jericho, Tasmania. He enlisted on 21 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 40th Battalion; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia 23 September 1919.

63358 Private John Louis BURKE, an 18 year old Gas fitter from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 28 May 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.

63230 Acting Corporal Benjamin Roe BUTLER, a 20 year old Farmer from Windsor Park, Tasmania. He enlisted on 26 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 18 December 1919.

 

63253 Private Ronslie Russell COLLINS, an 18 year old Labourer from Launceston, Tasmania. He enlisted on 5 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 19 August 1919.

 

57555 Private John William George EWINGTON, a 35 year old Labourer from Ulverstone, Tasmania. He enlisted on 15 May 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.

 

57556 Private Frederick Fleming HENDERSON, a 31 year old Labourer from Claremont, Tasmania. He enlisted on 6 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain 4 September 1919.

57557 Private Herbert Percy HYNES, a 43 year old Policeman from Burnie, Tasmania. He enlisted on 1 May 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 10 April 1919.

 

57558 Private Wilfred John RADFORD, an 18 year old Farmer from Kingston, Tasmania. He enlisted on 5 April 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 17 July 1919.

57551 Private George Morris RAPP, a 37 year old Clerk from Hobart, Tasmania. He enlisted on 16 November 1917. 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 19 January 1919.

 

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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:

General Service Reinforcements, AIF

General Service Reinforcements, Roll of Honour   

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

Posted by Project Leader at 12:01 AM EAST

Updated: Thursday, 10 December 2009 4:20 PM EAST

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