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Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, Victoria

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General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, South Australia
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

6th GSR, South Australia

HMAT A36 Boonah

The General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, South Australia, embarked from Adelaide, South Australia, on board the HMAT A36 Boonah 22 October 1918.

The HMAT A36 Boonah weighed 5,926 tons with an average cruise speed of 10.5 knots or 19.44 kmph. The Boonah was previously a captured German vessel called Melbourne. It was manned by Australia officers and crew and transferred to Commonwealth Government Line, 28 March 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

62628 Private Arthur Allenby CARTER, a 20 year old Civil servant from Glandore, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 July 1918. After embarkation arrived Durban where he failed to re-embark and was Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 November 1918.

62551 Private Edward Cooper FLEET, a 21 year old Mechanic from Wallaroo Mines, South Australia. He enlisted on 4 September 1918. After embarkation remained on ship and was Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1918.

62614 Acting Corporal Stanley Norman HASKARD, a 23 year old Tinsmith from Jamestown, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation remained on ship and was Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1918.

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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.

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Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, South Australia

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General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, Queensland
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

6th GSR, Queensland

SS Malta

The General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, Queensland, 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

59051 Private Clive Edgar AFFLECK, a 20 year old Postman from Killarney, Queensland. 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 subsequently Died of Disease, 27 October 1918.

64307 Private Matthew James ARMITT, an 18 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 31 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64308 Private William Leslie BAGULEY, a 20 year old Drover from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 July 1919.

64309 Private Alfred Edward BARRACLOUGH, a 20 year old Carter from Nundah, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64320 Private John Richard BELL, a 29 year old Labourer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64317 Private Richard Henry BELLINGHAM, a 23 year old Farmer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 March 1919.

64314 Private Bertie Carl BEUTEL, a 21 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Signal Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64327 Private Kenneth Royan BIGNELL, an 18 year old Farmer from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64324 Private Frederick John Henry BLANK, a 19 year old Labourer from West End, Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64321 Private Martin BLYTH, a 24 year old Stockman from Murgon, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 37th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64412 Private Kennedy Cassillis BOGLE, a 19 year old Farmer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64325 Private Harry BOOL, a 20 year old Farmer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 June 1919.

64326 Private Stuart Leslie BOWERS, an 18 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

64310 Private Frank Gilbert Henry BRADY, a 19 year old Farm labourer from Cooroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64311 Private William BRAZEL, a 34 year old Labourer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64313 Private Leslie BRODIE, an 18 year old Fruiter from Darby, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

54300 Private Arthur James Samuel BROOKS, a 21 year old Labourer from Cobbitty, 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 subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 September 1918.

64312 Private Charles BROWN, a 23 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

64322 Private James BRYCE, an 18 year old Clerk from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64318 Private George Merland BURKE, a 19 year old Farmer from Gayndah, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64331 Private James Edward CARLSON, an 18 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64405 Private Alexander John CHAPMAN, a 19 year old Farmer from Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 July 1918. After enlistment, he was allotted to the 7th GSR where he remained; and at the conclusion of the war Discharged, 27 December 1918.

64330 Sergeant Francis Bruce CHARLTON, a 20 year old Clerk from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64329 Private James Ernest CLARK, a 21 year old Labourer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64328 Private Frank COBBIN, an 18 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64332 Private Leslie Boyce CORRIE, a 21 year old Painter from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1915. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 April 1919.

58084 Private Arthur Edward CURTIS, a 21 year old Farm labourer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in England, he was allotted to the War Graves Registration Department; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 January 1920.

64333 Private Percy Vivian DAHL, a 19 year old Grazier from Miriam Vale, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64337 Private Matthew William DAWSON, an 18 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently Died of Accident, 27 January 1919.

64334 Private Robert Nathaniel DAY, a 22 year old Machinist from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64335 Private William Charles DICKSON, an 18 year old Stockman from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64338 Private William Francis DILLON, an 18 year old Coach Painter from Casino, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64336 Private William Rodney DRANEY, a 19 year old Assistant Mechanic from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

58091 Private Robert William DWYER, a 24 year old Waiter from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

64344 Private Oscar Aubrey EBELING, a 19 year old Farmer from Murwillumbah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64408 Private John EDWARDS, a 19 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64342 Private Peter EHRLICH, a 25 year old Labourer from Douglas via Goombungee, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 36th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64341 Private Alfred Sydney Douglas James Priestley ELDRIDGE, a 19 year old Assistant Steward from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Mounted Division; and subsequently Died of Disease, 25 November 1918.

64339 Private Archibald Joseph ELLIOTT, a 19 year old Carpenter from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 July 1916. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 March 1919.

64340 Private Melvin George ELLIOTT, a 20 year old Farmer from Rosebank via Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64343 Private Robert Alfred ELLWOOD, a 20 year old Farmer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64350 Private Henry Joseph FALLON, a 23 year old Jockey from Kedron, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64348 Private William Morris FAULKNER, a 28 year old Cab driver from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64346 Private William Frederick FISCHER, a 26 year old Farmer from Killarney, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64353 Private Walter Stanley FLOHR, a 21 year old Grazier from Roma, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64347 Private William Patrick FLYNN, a 21 year old Carter from Clifton, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64351 Edward FOGG, a 31 year old Carpenter from Lutwyche, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 July 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.

64352 Private Eric Victor FORD, a 21 year old Farmhand from Pomona, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 August 1915. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64349 Private Ronald Charles FRISKE, a 23 year old Scalper from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 April 1917. 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.

64358 Private Alexander Kenneth HAMILTON, a 21 year old Labourer from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 April 1919.

64357 Private George Balcarras HAMILTON, an 18 year old Labourer from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 34th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Anzac Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64356 Private Arthur Henry HARDING, a 20 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64359 Private John Denis William HIGGINS, a 19 year old Bank Clerk from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64360 Private Cyril Kingsley HODGE, an 18 year old Clerk from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 June 1919.

64361 Acting Sergeant William George IRELAND, a 26 year old Secretary from Cooroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64365 Private Alexander JENSEN, a 23 year old Farmer from Killarney via Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 December 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64364 Private Albert JONES, a 18 year old Stockman from Gayndah, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64363 Private Allan Charles Berkley JOYNER, a 19 year old Clerk from Samson Vale, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

64366 Private Thomas Harold KENNEDY, a 37 year old Blacksmith from Tweed Heads, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 July 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.

64368 Private Joseph Henry LAMB, a 26 year old Tram worker from Valley Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 July 1918.

64413 Private William Edward LOBIE, a 19 year old Labourer from Mirani via Mackay, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 July 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.

64416 Private Donald LUTHER, a 19 year old Farmer from Gatton, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64406 Private Thomas Andrew LYNAM, a 22 year old Labourer from Glen Aplin, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64415 Private Clarence Cecil Aubrey MADDEN, an 18 year old Farmer from Murwillumbah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64371 Private William John Henry MARCH., an 18 year old Labourer from Broadwater, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Died of Disease, 4 December 1918.

64370 Private Leslie Albert MARTIN, a 23 year old Printer from Windsor, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

56745 Private Bert MATHEWS, a 34 year old Logger from San Francisco, USA. He enlisted on 25 September 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Company Depot, Britain; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 6 October 1919.

64410 Private Robert Tex McCLEOD, a 37 year old Sailor from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 September 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 March 1919.

64369 Private William Gill McDOWALL, a 37 year old Stockman from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64409 Private William Mark McGRATH, a 19 year old Dairy hand from Black Mountain via Cooroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64414 Private George McKAY, a 20 year old Labourer from Goranba via Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 4th Light Horse Machine Gun Squadron; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

64417 Private James William NIELSEN, an 18 year old Labourer from Rosevale via Rosewood, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 July 1919.

64372 Private Archie NOBLE, an 18 year old Farm labourer from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

64373 Private Jack Henry NORMAN, an 18 year old Farmer from Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 1st Light Horse Field Squadron Engineers; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

64374 Private William Charles PEACOCK, a 24 year old Farmer from Murwillumbah, 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 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64407 Private Peter William Christian PETERSEN, a 22 year old Farm labourer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 36th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64375 Acting Corporal William Berryman PRINGLE, a 31 year old Steward from Red Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 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.

64376 Sergeant William James RIDOUT, a 19 year old Labourer from Coopers Plains, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the LH FSE died pneumonia buried Suez War Cemetery; and subsequently Died of Disease, 28 November 1918.

64377 Private Bob ROBERTS, a 21 year old Stockman from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 37th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64378 Private Hector Edwin ROFF, an 18 year old Milkman from Wynnum South, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64379 Private Spencer Liddle ROSS, a 28 year old Grocer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64380 Private Arthur Victor SAUNDERS, a 19 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64381 Private David Benjamin SHIP, a 29 year old Cab driver from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 37th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

64382 Private Charles SMITH, a 19 year old Stockman from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the Not Taken On Strength; and subsequently Died of Disease, 19 November 1918.

64391 Private Herbert John SMITH, an 18 year old Engine driver from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 March 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64383 Private William STAGG, a 21 year old Carter from Tara via Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64384 Private Oscar Rywong STAINES, a 25 year old Fireman from Kingaroy, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64385 Private Roy Henry STOKER, an 18 year old Farmer from Ballina, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

64389 Sapper Thomas STONELEY, a 32 year old Miner from Bundamba, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 August 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.

64386 Private Douglas Graham Norman STOODLEY, an 18 year old Clerk from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 April 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64390 Private Alexander Joseph SUTTON, a 19 year old Farmhand from Fordsdale via Grantham, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 June 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.

64387 Private Edward SWAYSLAND, an 18 year old Labourer from Stanthorpe, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 37th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64392 Acting Corporal Richard TAYLOR, a 24 year old Labourer from Stanthorpe, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 5th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

64393 Private Herbert THOMAS, a 20 year old Station hand from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 34th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Anzac Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64394 Private Charles Stuart THOMSON, an 18 year old Railway Porter from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 31 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64396 Private Charles Walter UPTON, a 21 year old Labourer from Ballina, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 August 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, 31 January 1919.

64397 Private Harry Norman UPTON, a 24 year old Labourer from Ballina, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

64398 Private James Farquarson WALKER, a 19 year old Station hand from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 38th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Australian Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

64401 Private Robert Lancelot WALKER, a 31 year old Secretary from Tenterfield, 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 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64399 Private Hector Redvers WHITAKER, an 18 year old Farmer from Maryborough, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 July 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 34th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Anzac Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64403 Private John Francis WILLIAMS, a 33 year old Carpenter from Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64402 Private William George WILSHER, a 20 year old Dairy hand from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 August 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 11th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64400 Private William WOODCROFT, an 18 year old Butcher from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 September 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 34th Company Australian Army Supply Corps Anzac Mounted Division Train; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

Previous: 6th GSR, Victoria

Next: 6th GSR, South Australia

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.
Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 6th GSR, Queensland

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General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, New South Wales
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

7th GSR, New South Wales

SS Malta

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.

Previous: 6th GSR, South Australia

Next: 7th GSR, Victoria

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.
Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, New South Wales

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Updated: Tuesday, 15 December 2009 11:26 PM EAST

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General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, South Australia
Topic: AIF - DMC - GSR

GSR, AIF

General Service Reinforcements

7th GSR, South Australia

SS Malta

The General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, South Australia, 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

64887 Private William Charles ABBOTT, a 19 year old Farmer from Quorn, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 3rd Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 May 1919.

R246 Private William Charles BOHN, a 32 year old Labourer from Prospect, South Australia. He enlisted on 19 August 1914. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 2nd Australian General Hospital; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 July 1919.

64259 Private William Ernest DUNK, a 20 year old Civil servant from Morgan, South Australia. He enlisted on 26 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, 29 April 1919.

64889 Private John Paul HENDRICKSON, a 19 year old Clerk from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 7 January 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64886 Acting Sergeant William Francis JOHNS, a 32 year old Policeman from Glenelg, South Australia. He enlisted on 18 February 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64890 Private Mortimer Cromwell LAWRIE, a 19 year old Clerk from Wayville, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64891 Private Edgar Lawrence LONGBOTTOM, an 18 year old Farm labourer from Riverton, South Australia. He enlisted on 25 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64892 Private Stanley MacDONALD, an 18 year old Blacksmith's assistant from Orroroo, South Australia. He enlisted on 6 May 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64894 Private Melville Hume McCORD, a 19 year old Farmer from Reeves Plain Mallala, South Australia. He enlisted on 12 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64251 Private William Henry Rogers McKNIGHT, a 20 year old Bank clerk from Kapunda, South Australia. 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.

64895 Private James Andrew PATTERSON, a 31 year old Rail worker from Wentworth, 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 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64897 Private Victor Milton RIDGWAY, a 21 year old Farmer from Cooks Plains, South Australia. He enlisted on 29 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64869 Private Hurtle Peters ROWE, a 20 year old Bank Clerk from Two Wells, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64899 Private Stanley George STIRLING, a 19 year old Blacksmith from Penneshaw via, South Australia. He enlisted on 28 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

64900 Private Percival Stapleton THOMSON, a 27 year old Farmer from Tarpeena, 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 Mounted Division; and subsequently Died of Disease, 29 November 1918.

64901 Private Gus Raymond WOODS, a 20 year old Paper worker from Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 9 February 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, 16 March 1919.

64902 Private Ronald Albert YARD, a 19 year old Engine Cleaner from Peterborough, South Australia. He enlisted on 6 June 1918. After embarkation and arrival in Egypt where he underwent additional training, he was allotted to the 9th Light Horse Regiment; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

Previous: 7th GSR, Victoria

Next: 7th GSR, Tasmania

Sources Used:

National Archives Service File.
Nominal Roll, AWM133, Nominal Roll of Australian Imperial Force who left Australia for service abroad, 1914-1918 War.
Collected Records of Steve Becker.

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

Further Reading:

Citation: General Service Reinforcements, 7th GSR, South Australia

Posted by Project Leader at 12:01 AM EAST

Updated: Wednesday, 16 December 2009 7:43 AM EAST