5th LHR, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 13th Reinforcements

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 13th Reinforcements, embarked from Brisbane, Queensland on board HMAT A55 Kyarra 3 January 1916.

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

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

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier;

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Embarkation Roll

 

1840 Private Richard Thomas ADDERLEY, a 24 year old Painter from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 July 1919.

1841 Driver Lyle Henry ALDIS, an 18 year old Labourer from Casey Creek, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1842 Private Percy Roland ALLEN, a 20 year old Labourer from Chinchilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

1843 Private Sylvanus George AMES, a 22 year old Labourer from Boree, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 August 1915; and subsequently was Discharged, 25 November 1917.

1844 Private Pearce ASPINALL, a 26 year old Labourer from Brooloo, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 May 1919.

1845 Private George ATFIELD, a 23 year old Labourer from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 December 1918.

 

1847 Private Edward Samuel BAMBERRY, an 18 year old Motor Mechanic from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1846 Private Sydney Cornelius BARBELER, a 19 year old Milkman from Brookland via Tinana, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 May 1919.

Lieutenant William Kenyon BARWISE, a 41 year old Grazier from Chinchilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 August 1919.

1848 Private Samuel BEBBINGTON, a 30 year old Farmer from Brookstead, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

1849 Private Thomas William BERRY, a 21 year old Miner from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 January 1919.

1877 Private William John BIDDLE, a 25 year old Labourer from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 August 1915; and subsequently Died of Accident, 18 January 1917.

1857 Private Alan BLACK, a 24 year old Miner from Booval, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 April 1919.

1851 Private Matthew BLACKLEY, a 21 year old Miner from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 March 1919.

1852 Private Maurice BLIGH, a 27 year old Horse breaker from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1853 Private Frederick Charles BODEN, a 24 year old Clerk from Cairns, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 8 November 1918.

1854 Private William Vincent BRENNAN, a 32 year old Rail worker from Chinchilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 August 1917.

1855 Private Arthur Sylvester BROWN, a 19 year old Printer from Grafton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1856 Private Charles Henry BROWNLESS, a 27 year old Stud groom from Cooicab, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 June 1919.

1858 Private John James BYRNE, a 23 year old Labourer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

 

1937 Private Joseph William CALDWELL, an 18 year old Postal worker from Monkland, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1859 Private Samuel McKay CHARLES, a 20 year old Stockman from Gootchie, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1860 Private Alexander Sanderson CHISHOLM, a 21 year old Blacksmith from Mitchell, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 May 1919.

1836 Acting Sergeant George Thomas COOPER, a 24 year old Farmer from Tatham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 September 1919.

1861 Private John Joseph COOPER, a 26 year old Blacksmith Striker from Clermont, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 September 1919.

1862 Private George Percy CORBETT, a 19 year old Labourer from Charters towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1863 Private Thomas COWAN, a 21 year old Miner from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 December 1918.

1864 Private Archibald CRAWFORD, a 19 year old Painter from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

1865 Private Edward CULLEN, a 23 year old Farmer from Maidenwell, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 January 1919.

1866 Private Loftus Russel CUPPAIDGE, a 19 year old Station Hand from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 July 1919.

 

1867 Private Bernard Mervyn DEVLIN, a 27 year old Collar maker from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 June 1916.

 

1869 Private John Henry FLANAGAN, a 37 year old Labourer from Gladstone, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

1870 Private Thomas FLANAGAN, a 19 year old Butcher from Woombye, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 July 1919.

1839 Acting Corporal Frederick William FLEMING, a 19 year old Saddler from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 June 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1871 Private John Lawrence FRASER, a 21 year old Station overseer from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 February 1917.

1872 Private Albert Lester FRENCH, a 23 year old Farmer from Woolooga, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 January 1917.

1838 Acting Sergeant Walter FURNISS, a 25 year old Baker from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 8 October 1918.

 

1873 Private Wesley Diamond GARNER, an 18 year old Harness Maker from Swan Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1874 Private Archie GEES, a 22 year old Labourer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1875 Private Walter James GEES, a 19 year old Machinist from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1921 Private Bernard Benedict GILHOOLY, a 20 year old Labourer from Gundurimba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 August 1918.

1878 Private Albert Edward GOOCH, a 20 year old Labourer from Ilfracombe, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1876 Private James Aloysius GORMAN, a 35 year old Linesman from Wooloowin, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 May 1917.

1879 Private John GRAHAM, a 19 year old Butcher from Woolloongabba, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1880 Private Francis Robert GRANT, a 19 year old Grocer from Bowen Hills, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 February 1919.

1881 Private Thomas Fitzpatrick GREEVY, a 29 year old Station hand from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 March 1917.

 

1882 Private James Norman HARCUS, a 26 year old Fitter from Willbriggie, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 4 October 1917.

1883 Private John HARLEY, a 24 year old Plumber from Bangalow, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 May 1919.

1884 Private Bertram Nigel HARTWELL, a 21 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 24 April 1918.

1885 Private Martin Francis HYNES, a 21 year old Labourer from Ravensdale, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 February 1919.

 

1886 Private Alexander Donnell IVORY, a 19 year old Coach painter from Mill Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 October 1918.

 

1850 Private Charles JENKINS, a 20 year old Plumber from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1887 Private Frederick Charles Jens JENSEN, a 33 year old Contractor from Sth Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 8 October 1918.

1888 Private Alfred Joseph JOHNSTON, a 20 year old Farmer from Tatham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 July 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 12 December 1917.

1889 Private Daniel Thomas JONES, a 22 year old Baker from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1917.

1890 Private Thomas Rodger JONES, a 19 year old Labourer from Macrossan, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 February 1918.

 

1891 Private Alfred Henry KELLAND, a 28 year old Horse trainer from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1892 Private Claude Demarshay KELLAND, a 25 year old Boot maker from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 November 1919.

1893 Private Francis James KELLAND, a 30 year old Carpenter from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 April 1918.

1894 Private Ernest Matthew KELLY, a 23 year old Shearer from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

 

1881A Private Nicholas Lisle LAND, a 21 year old Selector from Cunnamulla, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1895 Private William Wallace LAWTON, an 18 year old Grazier from Miles, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 January 1919.

1896 Private William Bell LEDLIE, a 20 year old Storekeeper from Normanton, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1897 Private Peter John LINNANE, a 25 year old Labourer from Pialba, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 23 November 1917.

1898 Private William Matthew LONGWILL, a 24 year old Station manager from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 8 October 1918.

 

1899 Private Leonard Richard MAUDSLEY, a 20 year old Farmer from Couson via Boonah, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 September 1919.

1900 Private Edgar Christopher MAYNE, a 24 year old Carter from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 February 1918.

1904 Private Croxford Cress McDONALD, a 21 year old Miner from Howard, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 July 1919.

1902 Private Noel McENIRY, a 30 year old Labourer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

1903 Private Richard McGRATH, a 31 year old Engine driver from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 12 December 1917.

1930 Private John Joseph McNULTY, a 23 year old Station hand from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 October 1917.

1901 Private Charles Andrew MITCHELL, a 19 year old Pupil teacher from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 June 1919.

1905 Private Stanley Cecil NEVILL, a 20 year old Furniture maker from Indooroopilly, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1906 Private Robert NEWTON, a 21 year old Iron dresser from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

 

1907 Private Thomas NORTH, an 18 year old Farmer from Murwillumbah, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 August 1919.

 

1908 Private John Joseph O'REILLY, a 23 year old Farm Labourer from Moombra, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 January 1919.

1909 Private Thomas O'REILLY, a 21 year old Timber getter from Dundas, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 March 1918.

 

1910 Private James Ernest PALMER, a 22 year old Railway fireman from Alpha, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 July 1919.

1911 Private Percy Andrew PATTERSON, a 32 year old Teamster from Killarney, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1912 Private Alfred Henry POOLE, a 28 year old Engine driver from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 October 1917.

 

1913 Private Nathan REEVE, a 24 year old Labourer from Murwillumbah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 July 1919.

1914 Private Herbert ROACH, a 23 year old Shearer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1916 Private James ROBERTSON, a 23 year old Farmer from Wangalpong, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1917 Private John Crawford ROBERTSON, a 22 year old Station hand from Wilston, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 June 1919.

1918 Private Octavius ROSER, a 30 year old Labourer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 11 May 1919.

1915 Private Clive Hall ROSS, a 19 year old Striker from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1919 Private John Henry RYCEN, a 22 year old Labourer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 July 1919.

 

1920 Private John Henry SHORT, a 21 year old Labourer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1923 Private George Ernest SKETCHLEY, a 21 year old Boot maker from Tweed Heads, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1924 Private Frederick SMITH, a 22 year old Labourer from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 June 1919.

1925 Private Thomas Watson SMITH, a 26 year old Farmer from Wondai, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1926 Private Frank Leslie Joseph SPOTSWOOD, a 21 year old Farmer from Ayr, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

1927 Private Samuel John STEWART, a 19 year old Bank clerk from Red Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 2 May 1918.

 

1928 Private Francis George TAYLOR, a 21 year old Labourer from Tiaro, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1929 Private Arthur Morris THOMAS, an 18 year old Dental mechanic from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

 

1931 Private George WALKER, a 22 year old Sawyer from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1837 Acting Sergeant Hubert Parker WARING, a 26 year old Fruit Grower from Wynnum, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1933 Private William WEBB, a 26 year old Horse trainer from Wooloowin, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1934 Private Roy Hubert WILBY, a 19 year old Labourer from Sherwood, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1868 Private Arthur WILLIAMS, a 21 year old Car driver from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 March 1919.

1932 Private Esau WILLIAMS, a 21 year old Motor driver from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1935 Private George Laurie WOODROW, an 18 year old Bank clerk from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1919.

 

1936 Private George YOUNG, a 23 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

 

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Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

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

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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5th LHR, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 14th Reinforcements

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 14th Reinforcements, embarked from Brisbane, Queensland on board HMAT A62 Wandilla 31 January 1916.

The HMAT A62 Wandilla weighed 7,785 tons with an average cruise speed of 16 knots or 29.63 kmph. It was owned by the Adelaide SS Co Ltd, Adelaide, and manned by Australian officers and during her service by mainly Australian crews. The Wandilla was leased by the Commonwealth until 24 January 1917.

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

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier;

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Embarkation Roll

 

2092 Private Bertie ATFIELD, a 22 year old Farmer from Crows Nest, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 November 1918.

 

1999 Private Joseph Edward BAKER, an 18 year old Labourer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

1992 Acting Corporal William Charles BALL, a 19 year old Carpenter from Norman Park East Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1993 Private Frederick John BARTON, a 30 year old Horse breaker from Bowen, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

1994 Private Edward Basil BOZIER, an 18 year old Porter from Beaudesert, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

2084 Private Charles Victor BROSTER aka Harry WATTS, an 18 year old Cycle worker from Chermside, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 January 1920.

1997 Private Richard BROWN, a 34 year old Shearer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 August 1918.

1998 Private William BROWN, a 43 year old Stockman from Rolleston, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1994 Private John Galloway BURCHILL, a 20 year old Labourer from Lake Cootharaba, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

1996 Private Horace BUXTON, a 25 year old Blacksmith from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

 

2004 Private John CARBERRY, a 23 year old Farmer from Limpinwood Tweed River, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 5 August 1917.

2008 Private James Henry CHARLES, a 22 year old Butcher from Stanwell, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

2001 Private Joseph COLEMAN, a 19 year old Clerk from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2000 Private James COLQUHOUN, a 22 year old Painter from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

2002 Private John Patrick CONNOR, a 20 year old Farmer from Pittsworth, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2007 Private Colin Stewart COOK, a 20 year old Inspector from Burringbar, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2005 Private Cecil Angus CORBETT, a 22 year old Stockman from Orange, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

2003 Private John COX, a 22 year old Stockman from Copperfield via Clermont, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

2006 Private Leo CRAWFORD, an 18 year old Farmer from Oakey, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

 

2014 Private Joseph DALLON, a 21 year old Telephone mechanic from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 June 1916.

2013 Private William DARLING, a 42 year old Labourer from Laidley, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 November 1917.

2012 Private Malcolm Barker DINGWALL, a 24 year old Stockman from Roughit, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2011 Private John Joseph DOPSON, a 34 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 July 1919.

2010 Private Cecil George DORMAN, an 18 year old Farmer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2009 Private Ernest Christian DUTTON, a 25 year old Hammer driver from Tenterfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 April 1918.

 

2017 Private John FERNANDEZ, a 25 year old Carter from Red Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2018 Private Charles John FISHER, a 28 year old Labourer from Gatton, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 March 1919.

2019 Private Eric Gilson FOXTON, a 19 year old Jackeroo from Indooroopilly, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2016 Private Reginald John FRANCIS, a 21 year old Station overseer from Esk, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2015 Private Walter Richard Edward FREDERICKS, a 23 year old Carter from Alstonville, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 December 1918.

2020 Private William Bruce George FRENCH, an 18 year old Clerk from New Farm, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 September 1919.

 

2024 Private Arthur Henry Archibald GIBBS, a 24 year old Blacksmith from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 September 1919.

2023 Private Percival GIBBS, a 19 year old Compositor from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

2022 Private Archie Dickson Lockhart GIBSON, a 19 year old Clerk from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2021 Private Charles Frederick GREENWOOD, a 22 year old Stockman from Richmond, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 July 1918.

2025 Private John Thomas GRIFFIN, a 21 year old Labourer from Crystal Creek, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 20 July 1917.

 

2026 Private John Charles Sutton HAMILTON, a 22 year old Labourer from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 April 1918.

2035 Private Charles Percival HARDY, an 18 year old Inspector of stock from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 April 1919.

2032 Private Herbert Victor HARVEY, a 23 year old Grocer from Ingham, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2029 Private James Lindsay HEATH, a 21 year old Dairyman from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2033 Private Leo Victor HENNESSEY, a 19 year old Station overseer from Blackall, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

2031 Private William James HOARE, a 21 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2028 Private Victor Henry William HOERLEIN, an 18 year old Grocer from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2030 Private Harold Michael HOGAN, an 18 year old Labourer from Bergen Station, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 19 April 1917.

2034 Private James William HOLCRAFT, a 28 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2027 Private William Edward HULBERT, a 23 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 July 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 July 1917.

 

2036 Private Benjamin Thomas JONES, a 34 year old Station hand from Goondiwindi, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

2037 Private Charles William JONES, a 25 year old Station hand from Cunnamulla, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

1991 Acting Sergeant Peter Martin JORGENSEN, a 21 year old Blacksmith from Chelona, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

 

2038 Private William Henry Harold KIRKLAND, an 18 year old Farmer from Bungawalbyn, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

2094 Private John KNOX, a 24 year old Boot maker from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 August 1918.

 

2041 Private Henry Cecil LEA, a 21 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 March 1918.

2040 Private Frederick LEDGER, a 22 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 May 1917.

2045 Private John LEEN, a 23 year old Miner from Wolfram Camp, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 July 1916.

2039 Private Cyril Henry LEWIS, a 21 year old Station hand from Noorama Station, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 November 1918.

2042 Private Milton LUCAS, a 22 year old Labourer from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

2044 Private John Kevin LYNAM, a 26 year old Labourer from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 March 1919.

2043 Private Michael Joseph LYNAM, a 20 year old Farm Labourer from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 20 October 1917.

 

2047 Private Andrew MacKIE, a 21 year old Lorry man from Lutwyche, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 August 1919.

2048 Private Thomas MacKIE, a 23 year old Lengthsman from Harlin, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2046 Private John Hugh MAHER, a 22 year old Railway worker from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 September 1919.

2058 Private Eugene MAHONEY, a 31 year old Labourer from Bowen Bridge, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 October 1917.

2053 Private Joseph William MARSON, an 18 year old Student from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2052 Private Lowson Emanuel MARSON, a 31 year old Miner from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

Second Lieutenant Frederick MARTYR, a 31 year old Stock buyer from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 July 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 8 August 1916.

2056 Private Charles Sebra MAYNE, a 21 year old Labourer from Sapphire town, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2057 Private Duncan William McKINLAY, a 19 year old Labourer from Bell via Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2051 Private Sydney McKINNON, a 26 year old Ironworker from Woollahra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

2054 Private Patrick Joseph McMAHON, a 29 year old Cheese maker from Abigne, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 June 1919.

2049 Private Herbert George MILTON, a 22 year old Labourer from New Market, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

2092 Private Francis Michael MOY, an 18 year old Grazier from Macalister via Jimbone, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 24 April 1918.

2050 Private Thomas MURRAY, a 23 year old Farmer from Cordalba, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 January 1921.

2055 Private James MURTHA, an 18 year old Clerk from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

2059 Private Leopold NICHOLLS, an 18 year old Labourer from Cunnamulla, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

Second Lieutenant Norman Alexander NICOLSON, a 30 year old Grazier from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 May 1919.

 

2061 Private Reginald OGILVY, a 37 year old Farmer from Kyogle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 August 1917.

2060 Private John William O'REILLY, a 44 year old Labourer from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 April 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 January 1918.

 

2062 Private Charles PAGE, a 25 year old Butcher from Hill View, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 February 1919.

2063 Private Harold Joseph PEARSON, an 18 year old Station hand from Wynnum, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 January 1918.

2067 Private Philip Alfred PENNY, a 21 year old Labourer from West End, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2065 Private Colin PHIPPS, a 25 year old Station overseer from Mt Bismarck, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2064 Private Robert Beatie PORTER, a 42 year old Farmer from Yarraman, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

 

2068 Private Victor John RHODES, a 19 year old Motor mechanic from Broken Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 February 1919.

2073 Private George Harold RICE, a 19 year old Butcher from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2069 Private Ernest Charles RITCHIE, a 21 year old Shop Assist from Tweed River, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

2070 Private James Mcdonald ROBERTSON, a 25 year old Carter from East Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 December 1918.

2072 Private William RYAN, a 24 year old Hall porter from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

2071 Private William RYAN, a 19 year old Labourer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

2078 Private Norman Charles Robert SEXTON, a 21 year old Farmer from Magill, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2076 Private Bernard Edward SHAMBROOK, a 19 year old Butcher from Pimlico, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 October 1919.

2074 Private Albert SOUTHAM, a 26 year old Tailer-out sawmill from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 18 September 1918.

2077 Private Albert STOKES, a 22 year old Farmer from Munbilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

2075 Private John SUMMERS, a 23 year old Labourer from Eden Creek Kyogle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 January 1918.

 

2081 Private James TAPPENDEN, a 21 year old Labourer from Mt Larcom, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2079 Private Albert Wallace THOMPSON, a 23 year old Drover from Wana, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 May 1919.

 

2082 Private Sydney Jack WAKE, a 21 year old Carter from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 January 1919.

2085 Private Arthur Ebenezer WARD, a 26 year old Stockman from Turn Turn Eneo, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2083 Private Herbert Crook WATT, a 39 year old Shearer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 28 October 1918.

2088 Private William Henry WESTAWAY, a 21 year old Farmer from Moggill, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 4 December 1917.

2087 Private William Clarke WILKINS, a 22 year old Farm Labourer from Tyalgum, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

2090 Private Clifford Rupert WILLIAMS, a 22 year old Wheelwright from Cedar Grove, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2086 Private William Louis WILLIS, a 24 year old Farmer from Meringandan, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

 

2095 Private Peter YESBERG, a 19 year old Horse breaker from Harlaxton, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 January 1919.

 

2091 Private William Clement ZOLLNER, a 39 year old Engine driver from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

 

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Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

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

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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5th LHR, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 15th Reinforcements

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 15th Reinforcements, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A67 Orsova 11 March 1916.

The HMAT A67 Orsova weighed 12,036 tons with an average cruise speed of 18 knots or 33.33 kmph. It was owned by the Orient SN Co Ltd, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 28 February 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

 

2146 Private Benjamin Arthur ANDREWS, a 32 year old Drover from Nebine via Cunnamulla. He enlisted on 24 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 September 1916.

Lieutenant Alistair ARCHER, a 25 year old Stockman from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 July 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

 

2148 Private Ernest Walker BAKER, a 30 year old Farmer from Bowling Alley Pt Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

2149 Private John George Kingsborough BELL, a 22 year old Farmer from Forest Springs via Clifton, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 September 1919.

2254 Private Alfred BENNY, a 24 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

2150 Acting Corporal Alfred Edward BOURNE, a 28 year old Grocer from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 January 1919.

2151 Acting Sergeant Fred Dudley BRANGHAM, a 29 year old Grazier from Kaiyuta via Warra, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 November 1919.

2152 Private Stanley BRENNAN, a 30 year old Drover from Marylands, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 14 February 1919.

2153 Private Wilfred John BRIMBLECOMBE, an 18 year old Farmer from Forrest Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2253 Private Frederick Clarence BROWN, an 18 year old Drover from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2252 Private William John BROWN, a 20 year old Stockman from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2155 Private William BULFIN, an 18 year old Labourer from Nobby, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

2154 Private Ruben BULL, a 19 year old Farm hand from Preston, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

2156 Private William BUNT, a 36 year old Labourer from Kempsey, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 December 1918.

2157 Private Thomas Leslie BYERS, a 21 year old Tailor from Ayr, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

 

2256 Private James Edward CAMERON, a 19 year old Printer from Grafton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2167 Private John CAMPBELL, an 18 year old Labourer from Kingaroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 11 January 1917.

2158 Private Peter CARMODY, a 38 year old Labourer from Indooroopilly, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

2251 Private George William CARPENTER, a 26 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 July 1916.

2168 Private John Edward CARR, a 28 year old Storekeeper from Halifax, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 June 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 May 1918.

2161 Private Angus Bruce CARTEN, a 21 year old Labourer from Nana Glen via Grafton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2166 Private John James CAVANAGH, a 22 year old Labourer from Grafton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 March 1919.

2162 Acting Corporal Albert Arthur CHARD, an 18 year old Farmer from Goomburra, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 4 December 1917.

2163 Private John Alfred CONNEW, a 28 year old Labourer from Wyarra via Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

2169 Private William John CONNOR, an 18 year old Storekeeper from Sandgate, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 November 1919.

2164 Private Arthur COULTER, a 27 year old Farmer from North Grafton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 May 1917.

2165 Private Alexander John CRISP, a 26 year old Labourer from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

2250 Private Frederick CURRIE, a 24 year old Fitter from Spring Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 23 September 1919.

 

2170 Private James DOBE, a 26 year old Labourer from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

2172 Private Herbert Albert DONOVAN, a 30 year old Farmer from Omanama, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

2174 Acting Sergeant Hunter FINLAY, a 22 year old Butcher from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 March 1918.

2175 Acting Corporal Vivian Cyril FOOT, a 22 year old Grazier from Coogee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 January 1919.

2176 Private Jack Hughie Belmore FRASER, a 22 year old Stockman from Georgetown, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

2177 Private George Edward FULLER, a 21 year old Farmer from Gracemere via Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

 

2178 Private Roy GEORGE, an 18 year old Stockman from Cargoom via Pentland, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 8 November 1917.

2184 Private James GERAGHTY, an 18 year old Stockman from Thornville via Oakey, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

2179 Private William GILBERT, a 33 year old Miner from Mt Pleasant, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

2180 Private Alfred William GOFF, a 19 year old Groom from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 November 1916.

2181 Private Septimus Laws GOFTON, a 29 year old Tailor from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 February 1919.

2182 Private Douglas GORDON, a 19 year old Labourer from Greenmount via Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

2183 Private Kenneth GORDON, an 18 year old Porter from Greenmount via Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

 

2257 Private Thorval Oluf HANSEN, a 19 year old Farmer from Sherwood, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

2191 Private Horace HEMSLEY, a 21 year old Labourer from Coorparoo, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

2190 Private George Knight HERRON, a 25 year old Stockrider from Yingerbay, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

2187 Private Sidney HOLYER, a 30 year old Butcher from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

2185 Private Herbert Edward HORSWOOD, a 23 year old Labourer from Chinchilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2186 Private Thomas Samuel HORSWOOD, a 20 year old Labourer from Chinchilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2189 Private Charles Montease HUGHES, a 19 year old Farmer Labourer from Stanthorpe, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 August 1918.

2188 Private William Walter HUGHES, a 23 year old Farmer from Stanthorpe, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

 

2192 Private Arthur Algernon IRBY, a 25 year old Farmer from Wahroonga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

 

2193 Private John William Joseph JAMES, a 23 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1916.

2194 Private Roy JARRETT, an 18 year old Labourer from Bellingen River. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 July 1919.

2195 Private Cyril Jack JONES, a 20 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

2196 Private Gilbert Sydney KEENE, a 22 year old Farmer from Kincora via Pittsworth, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

2258 Private Lewis Alfred KENNETT, a 24 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

2198 Private Henry KIRKMAN, a 19 year old Stockman from Calliope stn via Gladstone, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

2199 Private James KIRKMAN, a 22 year old Stockman from Hamilton Creek Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

2200 Private Walter LEAROYD, an 18 year old Tailor from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

2201 Private Robert LISLE, a 19 year old Stockman from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2261 Private Leonard LYON, a 25 year old Painter from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

2203 Private Archibald George MADDISON, a 21 year old Farmer from Yangan, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

2204 Private Sydney Thomas Edward MANCKTELOW, an 18 year old Farmer from Spring Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 July 1916.

2205 Private Stanley MAYNE, a 21 year old Station hand from Chinchilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 July 1918.

2206 Private Charles Steele McALPINE, a 24 year old Stockman from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 January 1919.

2207 Private Bruce Kingsley McINTYRE, a 26 year old Shearer from Albert Park, Victoria. He enlisted on 24 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 November 1919.

2215 Private Leslie McPHAIL, an 18 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

2208 Private Percy MILLER, a 24 year old Station hand from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 August 1919.

2209 Private James MOLONEY, an 18 year old Labourer from Landsborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

2210 Private Patrick MONAGHAN, an 18 year old Labourer from Sharrow via Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2212 Private James MOSLEY, a 27 year old Miner from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 September 1917.

2217 Private Hugh MOUGHTY, a 40 year old Insurance inspector from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2213 Private Harold john MUNDON, an 18 year old Labourer from Proserpine, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

2216 Private Michael Ernest MURPHY, a 32 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

2262 Private Archibald Alfred MURRAY, a 29 year old Horse dealer from Chermside, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 July 1916.

 

2219 Private James Henry NORRIS, a 29 year old Blacksmith from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

 

2221 Private Frederick Charles O'BRIEN, a 36 year old Labourer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

2220 Private Maurice Edward O'CONNOR, a 22 year old Labourer from Munga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 February 1919.

2222 Private Reginald John OXENHAM, a 26 year old Labourer from Nundah, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2223 Acting Sergeant Arthur Robert French OXFORD, a 33 year old Machinist from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 6 November 1917.

 

2224 Private Arthur PEARCE, a 22 year old Farmer from Crows Nest, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 September 1918.

2225 Private George PERRY, a 35 year old Labourer from Blackwood, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

2226 Private Robert PITCEATHLY, a 22 year old Labourer from Peachy, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2227 Private Alexander POPE, an 18 year old Farm hand from Brigalow, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 November 1918.

2228 Private Thomas PRITCHARD, a 41 year old Labourer from Burne Siding, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

2233 Private Joseph Bernard RADCLIFFE, a 28 year old Drover from Pampas, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 November 1916.

2229 Private Thomas John RADCLIFFE, a 20 year old Farmer from Pittsworth, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 August 1916.

2232 Private James REARDON, a 23 year old Farmer from Coaldale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 November 1914?; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

2230 Private Daniel Thomas REGAN, a 19 year old Stockman from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 December 1918.

2231 Private Joseph James ROSS, a 20 year old Motor driver from Prairie, Queensland. He enlisted on 28-101-5 ; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 2 September 1916.

 

2235 Private Cyril Clement SCHWENKE, a 20 year old Labourer from Goondiwindi, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

2236 Private George Albert SHAW, a 19 year old Farmer from Morningside, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2237 Private Thomas SMELTZER, a 19 year old Drover from Paddington, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2239 Private Henry SOMERFIELD, an 18 year old Labourer from Yangan, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

2238 Private William James STEELE, an 18 year old Labourer from Fortitude Valley, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2240 Private Robert William Pellow STEVENS, an 18 year old Station hand from Calliope, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2241 Private William Lorne STIRLING, a 22 year old Farmer from Jimbour, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 June 1919.

2234 Private Albert Henry STREETER, a 27 year old Trainer from Port Augusta, South Australia. He enlisted on 4 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

 

2246 Private Neil Ernest Albert THORNE, a 22 year old Stockman from Alpha, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 September 1919.

2244 Private Levi Joseph TOMPKINS, a 22 year old Farmer from Toogoolawah, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2245 Private Cecil Floyd TOPP, a 30 year old Grazier from Condamine, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 April 1919.

Lieutenant Leslie Gordon TROUT, a 25 year old Grazier from Capella, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 April 1919.

 

2260 Private Raymond Francis WEBB, a 24 year old Stockman from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 28 April 1917.

2248 Private James WILSON, a 22 year old Baker from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 1 May 1919.

 

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Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

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

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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5th LHR, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 16th Reinforcements

 HMAT A47 Mashobra

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 16th Reinforcements, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A47 Mashobra 5 April 1916.

The HMAT A47 Mashobra weighed 8,174 tons with an average cruise speed of 12.5 knots or 23.15 kmph. It was owned by the British India SN Co Ltd, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 21 December 1916. The Mashobra was torpedoed and sunk in the Mediterranean, 15 April 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

 

2337 Private Alfred George BATTS, a 25 year old Shearer from Minerva via Springsure, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 April 1919.

2309 Private Thomas Edward BULL, a 19 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 January 1918.

 

2366 Private William CANNING, a 28 year old Horse breaker from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 March 1918.

2368 Private Ernest Doll CARPENTER, a 29 year old Drover from Rookwood, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 August 1919.

2380 Private Hans CARSTEN, a 23 year old Labourer from Clermont, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 January 1918.

2339 Private Charles CASELLS, a 26 year old Carpenter from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 July 1917.

2338 Private Robert Philip COLGAN, an 18 year old Labourer from Eulo, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 June 1919.

2350 Private Allan Stewart COOKE, a 20 year old Farmer from Maleny, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 December 1918.

2372 Private Allan Stewart COOKE, a 20 year old Farmer from Maleny, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 January 1919.

2333 Private Arthur Dixon COOKE, a 22 year old Farmer from Ashtonville, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

2332 Private Harry Alexander COOKE, a 20 year old Farmer from Ashtonville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 January 1919.

2379 Private John Joseph COOMS, an 18 year old Station hand from Winton, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 May 1919.

2377 Private Victor Charles COSTELLO, a 22 year old Farmer from Goonellabah, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

2420 Private Walter COUCHY, a 22 year old Horse breaker from Gayndah, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 April 1919.

Lieutenant John CROSBY-BROWNE, a 29 year old Musician from North Quay, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2407 Private Charles Isaac CROSS, a 22 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

 

2411 Acting Corporal Frank DENT, a 19 year old Teamster from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 August 1919.

2301 Private Edward James DILLON, a 27 year old Stockman from Mt Chalmers, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 March 1919.

2302 Private Leonard DONALDSON, a 21 year old Labourer from Ashford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 January 1918.

2396 Private Robert Smith DONALDSON, a 23 year old Labourer from Mackay, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 September 1918.

2381 Private Cecil DREWE, a 21 year old Packer from Bowen Hills, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

 

2412 Private Charles Henry EDMONDS, a 19 year old Drover from Midway Ingham, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 July 1919.

2369 Private Alvin EGLINTON, a 21 year old Clerk from Toowong, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

 

2323 Private Albert William FARRELL, an 18 year old Stockman from Collaroy via Laurence, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 December 1918.

2340 Private Arthur FINLAY, an 18 year old Labourer from East Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 September 1917.

2370 Private Lawrence FOLEY, a 29 year old Wireless operator / Seaman from New Farm Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 February 1917; Did not embark but eventually embarked with the Australian Flying Corps (2694) and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 March 1919.

 

2342 Private Oliver Jacob GALLAGHER, a 23 year old Selector from Dunkeld via Mitchell, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 August 1919.

2324 Private Edmund Andrew GALLIGAN, a 23 year old Mental Hosp worker from Goodna, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 October 1917.

2341 Private John Joseph GAVIN, a 23 year old Policeman from Peachey via Crows Nest, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 January 1919.

2382 Acting Sergeant Frederick Palmer GILL, a 35 year old Overseer from Sandgate, Victoria. He enlisted on 10 August 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 December 1918.

2397 Private George GLIDDON, a 20 year old Miner from Cooktown, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 May 1919.

2343 Private Alfred James GRAY, a 20 year old Labourer from Pittsworth, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

2371 Private John GREEN, a 20 year old Motor driver from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 6 November 1918.

 

2347 Private George HANCOCK, a 22 year old Dairy Farmer from Byron Bay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 January 1919.

2325 Private Walter Thomas HARPER, a 34 year old Lengthsman from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 11 May 1919.

2355 Private Edward Roland HEERS, a 20 year old Clerk from Coominya, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 August 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 June 1919.

2417 Private James Melbourne HENDY, a 34 year old News agent from Proserpine, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 February 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

2409 Private Arthur Joseph HERBERT, a 23 year old Fireman from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2384 Private George HILL, a 23 year old Farmer from Home Hill via Ayr. He enlisted on 10 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

2375 Private Eric HUGHES, a 22 year old Telegraphist from Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 November 1915; and subsequently was Died of Accident, 14 November 1917.

2345 Private John HYNES, a 27 year old Labourer from Rockhampton. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 April 1919.

 

2348 Private Frederick JACKSON, a 24 year old Builders Labourer from Morningside, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 August 1919.

2385 Private Meyrick Lamington JONES, a 19 year old Labourer from Goodna, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 October 1919.

 

2398 Private Richard Wallace KEATING, a 22 year old Farmer from Sarina via Mackey, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 July 1918.

2394 Private James Eric KILPATRICK, a 21 year old Stockman from Claremont, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 May 1919.

2349 Private Ernest Augustus KNICKEL, a 25 year old Fencer from Alton Downs via Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and subsequently Died of Disease, 24 July 1917.

2305 Private Cecil Charles KNIGHT, a 21 year old Farmer from Rock Valley, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

 

2387 Private Rowley LAMBERT, a 22 year old Labourer from Isisford, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 March 1919.

2326 Private George Leslie LEAMON, a 27 year old Hammer driver from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 July 1916.

 

2390 Acting Sergeant Valentine Vincent MacDONNELL, a 21 year old Solicitors Apprentice from Chermside, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

2389 Private Bruce MacPHERSON, a 24 year old Farmer from Home Hill via Bowen, North Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

2308 Private George Henry MacPHERSON, a 31 year old Labourer from Cloncurry, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

2352 Private Albert John MADDEN, a 21 year old Stockman from Julia Creek via Wolfram, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 September 1919.

2415 Private Robert Michael MAGUIRE, a 25 year old Farmer from Yangan, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 January 1919.

2307 Private Frank Clive MANNING, a 23 year old Miner from Grafton, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2354 Private Thomas Francis McDERMOTT, a 24 year old Sand Contractor from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 May 1917.

2413 Private Rob Roy McGREGOR, a 22 year old Saddler from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 February 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 July 1917.

2388 Private Walter McGREGOR, an 18 year old Labourer from Goondiwindi, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 April 1919.

2389 Private Bruce McPHERSON, a 24 year old Farmer from Home Hill via Bowen, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

2414 Private Donald Charles McPHERSON, a 24 year old Labourer from Yetman via Goondiwindi, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

2353 Private William Arthur MOBBS, a 23 year old Labourer from Beaudesert, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 11 May 1919.

2329 Private John Arthur MORISON, a 22 year old Labourer / Farmer from Condong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 April 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

Lieutenant Henry Chisholm MORT, a 21 year old Uni Student from Franklyn Vale via Grandchester, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 June 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

2399 Private James MURDOCH, a 21 year old Horse breaker from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 May 1919.

2331 Private John Henry MURTHA, a 32 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 March 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 January 1919.

 

2310 Private William Martinus NILSON, a 25 year old Labourer from Spring Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 September 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 8 November 1917.

 

2408 Private Arthur O'CONNOR, an 18 year old Farmer from Red Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 January 1916; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 June 1917.

2357 Private Joseph O'CONNOR, a 21 year old Blacksmith from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 December 1918.

2419 Private Henry Harvey OGILVIE, a 34 year old Farmer from Sarina via Mackey, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 February 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 May 1917.

 

2346 Private Harry PEARCE, a 37 year old Storekeeper from Winton, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2416 Private Charles PENO, an 18 year old Stockman from Baan Baa, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

2421 Private Paul POWER, an 18 year old Clerk from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 January 1919.

2391 Private Laurie Ernest Adam PRIDDLE, a 21 year old Dairy farmer from Alstonville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 June 1919.

 

2312 Private Frederick Robert RAYNER, a 22 year old Grazier from Condamine, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 March 1919.

2360 Private Sydney RAYSON, a 30 year old Labourer from Proserpine, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 June 1918.

2315 Private George Henry RICHARDSON, a 23 year old Labourer from Barcaldine, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 October 1917.

2358 Private Terence RILEY, a 21 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1919.

2400 Private Phillip ROBERTS, a 26 year old Stockman from Auburn, South Australia. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

2409A Private Herbert Sidney ROBINSON, a 21 year old Labourer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 April 1919.

2359 Private Alfred Victor ROONAN, a 21 year old Butcher from Ross River Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 April 1919.

2319A Private William RUSTELL, a 24 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and subsequently was Discharged, 9 November 1919.

2361 Private Leslie James RYAN, a 22 year old Clerk from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 July 1919.

2317 Private Owen John RYAN, a 43 year old Labourer from Mayne Junction, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 11 September 1917.

2314 Private Michael RYNNE, a 30 year old Labourer from Drillham, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 March 1917.

2311 Private William Edward RYNNE, a 21 year old Carpenter from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

 

2405 Private Roy Allen SHEEHAN, a 22 year old Labourer from Dunoon via Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 12 May 1917.

2362 Private Martin James SKIMMINGS, a 21 year old Farm Labourer from Dunoon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 September 1919.

2392 Private Robert SNEATH, a 21 year old Farmer from Wollongbar, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 January 1919.

2351 Private Albert STANFORD, a 20 year old Farmer from Tatham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 January 1919.

2318 Private Martin Theo SURAWSKI, a 24 year old Farmer from Templin via Boonah, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 January 1919.

2319 Private Samuel SWEEPER, a 27 year old Bread carter from Red Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 April 1919.

 

2393 Private David Damke WALL, a 20 year old Farmer from Clermont, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2402 Private Charles George WALLER, a 20 year old Electrician from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 13 April 1917.

2322 Private Edward Joseph WALSH, a 20 year old Farmer from Emu Vale, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 January 1919.

2406 Private Frederick WARD, a 21 year old Miner from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 September 1917.

2320 Acting Sergeant John William WARRENER, a 20 year old Farmer from Yangan via Swanfels, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 18 October 1917.

2376 Private John WEEKS, a 21 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 December 1918.

2401 Private Albert Joseph WELBY, a 33 year old Farmer from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

2335 Private Victor George WILKINS, a 26 year old Shearer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 July 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 December 1918.

2403 Private Alexander WILLIAMSON, a 26 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 January 1919.

2404 Private Andrew WILLIAMSON, a 23 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 December 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 16 September 1917.

2418 Temporary Driver Ray Bede WILSON, a 19 year old Clerk from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1919.

2364 Private William Joseph WILSON, a 20 year old Station hand from Cunnamulla, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

2321 Private John WINCH, a 22 year old Baker from Sherwood, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 June 1919.

2363 Private William King WOOD, an 18 year old Labourer from Bingara Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 28 November 1916.

 

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Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

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

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Monday, 21 December 2009 10:46 PM EAST

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5th LHR, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, 17th Reinforcements

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, 17th Reinforcements, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A10 Karroo 5 May 1916.

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

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

Rank on embarkation;

Full name of the soldier;

Declared age of the soldier;

The last occupation held;

The last address as a civilian;

Enlistment Date; and,

Fate.

Embarkation Roll

 

2458 Private Henry William BARKER, a 20 year old Farmer from Dunoon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

2457 Private John Edward BRANSON, a 25 year old Farmer from Gayndah, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

2487 Private Ernest Aaron BULL, a 21 year old Farmer from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2486 Private George Isaac BULL, a 22 year old Farmer from Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

2456 Acting Sergeant William BYERS, an 18 year old Farmer from Windsor, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

 

2459 Private Alfred Titmarsh CHALK, a 21 year old Labourer from Milora, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

2461 Private Patrick CLARKSON, an 18 year old Labourer from Indooroopilly, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

2460 Acting Sergeant Thomas COONEY, a 23 year old Labourer from Cooroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

 

2463 Private James Judge DAVIES, a 23 year old Labourer from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 22 October 1918.

2464 Private Andrew James DOHERTY, a 25 year old Labourer from Texas, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 28 September 1918.

2465 Private William DOHERTY, a 25 year old Labourer from Texas, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2462 Private Walter John DUNCAN, a 21 year old Labourer from Morningside, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

106 Private Francis John FLAHERTY, a 24 year old Labourer from North Codrington, Richmond River, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 September 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 January 1919.

 

2467 Private William Henry GARTON, a 21 year old Labourer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2486 Private Alexander GIBSON, a 25 year old Labourer from Charters towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

943 Private Robert GOULD, a 31 year old Teamster from Mackay, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2466 Private Hugh GRIFFITHS, a 31 year old Traveller from The Valley, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 February 1919.

 

2469 Private Robert Ernest HAWES, an 18 year old Clerk from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 September 1919.

2468 Private John HITCHCOCK, a 26 year old Labourer from New Farm, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

 

2470 Private William Henry LACE, a 24 year old Miner from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

2475 Private Alexander Edward James McCABE, a 24 year old Shearer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 March 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

2474 Private Jack McDONALD, a 19 year old Drover from Goombungee, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

2473 Private James MILLER, a 24 year old Grazier from Tambo, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

 

2472 Private Ernest John NORTON, a 19 year old Farmer from Enfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 19 April 1917.

 

2477 Private James Roy O'BRIEN, a 20 year old Butcher from Wollongong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

2485 Private Thomas William OLIVER, a 22 year old Labourer from Marule via Childers, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 August 1919.

 

2478 Private Reuben Joseph POXON, a 21 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

 

2479 Private William RENDELL, a 22 year old Blacksmith from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2480 Private Francis Amos ROGERS, a 25 year old Labourer from Bowen Hills, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 April 1919.

 

2483 Private Harry James WALKER, an 18 year old Farmer from Traveston, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2482 Private Patrick WARD, a 28 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

2481 Private Duncan WATSON, a 25 year old Labourer from Sarina, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

2484 Private William John WIELAND, a 31 year old Well borer from Woodend, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 July 1916.

 

Previous: 16th Reinforcements

Next: 18th Reinforcements

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.

Embarkation Roll, AWM8, Class 10, Light Horse.

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

Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

5th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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Updated: Monday, 21 December 2009 10:44 PM EAST

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