Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR
GSR, AIF
General Service Reinforcements
7th GSR, New South Wales
The General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, New South Wales, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales, on board the SS Malta 16 October 1918.
The SS Malta weighed 6,064 tons with an average cruise speed of 18 knots or 33.33 kmph. It was owned by the P & O SN Co, London.
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
64677 Private John Dickson AINSLIE, a 22 year old Clerk from Sydney, 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 10th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64678 Private Charles ALDERTON, a 21 year old Dairy Farmer from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt he was Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.
64676 Private Francis Birkin ARMITAGE, a 19 year old School Teacher from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 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.
64679 Private Andrew Edmund AUSTIN, a 29 year old Head Porter, Railways from Armidale, 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 Australian Postal Corps AIF Headquarters; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.
64688 Private Thomas Charles BERNARD, a 20 year old General Store hand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 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.
64684 Private Stanley Oliver BLACK, a 19 year old Grocers assistant from Forde, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 May 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.
64750 Private Harry BLUNDELL, a 19 year old Farmer from Parkes, 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 15th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.
64681 Private William Charles BOOTES, a 30 year old School Teacher from Sydney, 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 2nd Light Horse Brigade Headquarters; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.
64686 Private Charles Henry Wilton BRETT, a 20 year old Mechanic from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 June 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.
64685 Private Roy Gratton BRINDLE, a 19 year old Shirt cutter from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the "D" Field Troop & Bridge Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.
64682 Private Thomas BROBEN, a 42 year old Farmer from Gundagai, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 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.
64687 Private Ronald Lindsay BRODIE, an 18 year old Clerk 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64755 Private Galvin Charles CLEARY, an 18 year old Telephonist from Narrabri, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64690 Private John Charles COLEMAN, an 18 year old Labourer from Mudgee, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64754 Private George William John CROUCHER, a 19 year old Labourer from Edgecliff, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64689 Private Clarence Heathcote CULL, a 19 year old Ware houseman 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64691 Private Norman Christopher CURLEY, an 18 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 September 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.
64753 Private Daniel Ruben CURTIS, an 18 year old Striker from Hexham, 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 15th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently Died of Disease, 23 February 1919.
64694 Private Alexander Sutherland DAVIDSON, a 38 year old Grazier from Woolbrook, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64692 Private Arthur Corrall DAVIS, a 19 year old Miner from Woonona, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915. 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, 10 April 1919.
64693 Private Donald DAVISON, a 24 year old Grazier from East 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64766 Private Samuel John DICK, a 38 year old Farmer from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 June 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, 17 July 1919.
64696 Private Sidney DICK, a 28 year old Farmer from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 June 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.
64695 Private John Fenwick DODD, a 22 year old Horse Breaker 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64701 Private Thomas FARRELL, a 35 year old Labourer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 May 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.
64699 Private Sydney Hubert FELL, a 40 year old Farmer from Trundle, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64764 Private Leonard Keith FERGUSON, a 27 year old Farmer from East Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 June 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.
64698 Private Herbert Cecil FITZROY, an 18 year old Clerk 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64697 Private Arthur David FROST, a 21 year old Farmer from Robertson via Moss Vale, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64700 Private Reginald Arthur FRY, a 36 year old Clerk from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Brigade Headquarters; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.
64702 Private John GWALCHMAI, a 27 year old Farmer from West Wyalong, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64703 Private Bruce Everard HASSALL, a 33 year old Accountant 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 1st Squadron, Australian Flying Corps; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.
64705 Private Gerard Patrick HESPE, a 19 year old Clerk 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 July 1919.
64704 Private Ronald James Robert HORTON, a 19 year old Grazier from Toogimbie Station via Hay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 June 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.
64706 Private Alexander HUNT, a 35 year old Stock Station Agent from Inverell, 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 Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.
64710 Private William Fenton JACKSON, a 20 year old Clerk from Randwick, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 June 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.
64709 Private Vere Hazar JOHNSON, a 19 year old Grazier from Armidale, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 July 1919.
64711 Private Norman Arthur Ronald JOHNSTONE, a 41 year old Labourer from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 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.
64707 A/Cpl QMS Rupert Herbert Struthers JONES, a 23 year old Surveyors chainman from Granville, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64714 Private Victor Silvester KELLY, a 21 year old Teacher from Queanbeyan, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64713 Private Athol Carlyle KILBY, a 19 year old Farm hand from Queanbeyan, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64712 Private Keith Kinlock KILBY, a 20 year old Farm hand from Queanbeyan, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64715 Private Robert LEIPER, an 18 year old Wool clerk from Longueville, 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, 20 July 1919.
64716 Private William Howard MARTIN, a 21 year old Farmer from Bowraville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 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, 26 April 1919.
64719 Private Aubrey McCONAGHY, a 19 year old Grazier from Rylstone, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 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.
64717 Private Alfred Reginald MILLER, a 30 year old Plumber from Campsie, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64721 Private Tage Sebastian NILSSON, a 28 year old Labourer from Pyrmont, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 June 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.
64720 Private William John King NORMAN, a 19 year old Clerk from The Rock, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64722 Private Bryce Knight Leigh OSBORNE, a 20 year old Farmer from Bendemeer, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 June 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.
64751 Private Oliver Hampden PAYNE, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Tamworth, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64725 Sapper Colin MacKenzie PITT, a 26 year old Engineer & Surveyor from Campbell Town, Tasmania. He enlisted on 12 September 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, 2 August 1919.
64723 Private Percy Stuart PLOWES, a 28 year old Farmer from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 March 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.
64724 Private William Sylvester PORTER, a 26 year old Farmer from Quirindi, 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 35th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.
64727 Private Cyril Laver REGG, a 25 year old Station hand from Morpeth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915. 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.
64728 Private Jack ROBERSON, a 20 year old Coach driver from Longfield via Delgary, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 April 1916. 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, 17 July 1919.
64730 Private Noel Tertius ROBERTSON, a 22 year old Jackeroo from Forbes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 August 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, 26 July 1919.
64726 Private Arthur Percival Markham ROOKE, a 33 year old Rail time keeper from Petersham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 January 1915. 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.
64729 Private Charles Ernest RUTTER, a 20 year old Grocer’s mate from Tenterfield, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 September 1919.
64735 Private Jack SANDERSON, a 19 year old Assistant Porter from Wingham via Newcastle, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64738 Private Herbert Arthur SANSOM, a 19 year old Farmer from Williamstown via Newcastle, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64731 Acting Corporal Abraham Kenneth SHANNON, a 34 year old Grazier from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 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, 6 January 1919.
64734 Private Harry SIMES, a 26 year old Diary farmer from Casino, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 June 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.
64732 Private Frederick SIMPSON, a 28 year old Farmer from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 March 1919. 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.
64733 Private George Gordon SIMPSON, a 25 year old Farmer from Grenfell, 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 12th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.
64737 Private Bertie Gordon SLADE, a 19 year old Farmer from Newcastle, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
54510 Private Edward Joseph SMITH, a 20 year old Labourer from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 April 1916. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Mobile Veterinary Section; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 July 1919.
64759 Private John Harold STAFFORD, a 20 year old Labourer from Binnaway, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.
64742 Private James THICK, a 38 year old Butcher from Mascot, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 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.
64739 Private John Davison Clyde TILLMAN, an 18 year old Turner from Granville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 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.
64741 Private Samuel John TURNER, a 40 year old Cook from Liverpool, 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 subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 December 1918.
64743 Private Dudley John Duckenfield WEAVER, a 43 year old Grazier from Moree, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 June 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, 10 July 1919.
64744 Private Albert WEST, a 29 year old Labourer from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 June 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.
64747 Private Joseph George WILLIAMS, a 19 year old Station hand from Narrandera, 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 "D" Field Troop & Bridge Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.
64746 Private Charles WILSON, a 33 year old Engine Driver from Sydney, 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 14th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 July 1919.
64749 Private Stanislas ZLOTKOWSKI, an 18 year old Jackeroo from Moree, 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 AIF Headquarters; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 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
Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, New South Wales
