12th LHR, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "A" Squadron Vestalia Group

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "A" Squadron Vestalia Group, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A44 Vestalia 22 June 1915.

The HMAT A44 Vestalia weighed 5,528 tons with an average cruise speed of 15 knots or 27.78 kmph. It was owned by the Gow, Harrison & Co, Glasgow, and leased by the Commonwealth until 10 March 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

 

71 Driver Leslie John ACKROYD, a 23 year old Station hand from Cootamundra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 July 1917.

 

85 Private Henry George BLANCH, a 24 year old Labourer from Nelson's Bay Port Stephens, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

95 Private Robert BORTHISTLE, a 21 year old Drover from Gunnedah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 April 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

88 Driver Thomas Murray BOYD, a 23 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 30 September 1917.

75 Driver William Sydney BRASH, a 24 year old Labourer from Geelong, Victoria. He enlisted on 2 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

87 Private Arthur BRYCE, a 21 year old Baker from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 11 January 1919.

 

107 Private Joseph CAMERON, a 21 year old Boundary rider from Cessnock, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

64 Private Rayworth Allan Claude CAMERON, a 22 year old Carpenter from Lorica via Balranald, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 July 1919.

Major Philip Arthur CHAMBERS, a 38 year old Grazier from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 April 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

109 Private Clifton Bert COLLESS, a 21 year old Horse breaker from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

126 Private David Percy EASON, a 26 year old Labourer from Enfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

134 Private John Henry FIELDING, a 19 year old Station hand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

130 Private Thomas Augustine FOLEY, a 19 year old Farmer from Gleniffer Bellinger River, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

61 Corporal Walter Cyril GODFREY, a 19 year old Butter maker from Candelo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 February 1917.

 

150 Private Melvyn James Sawtell HARRIGAN, a 31 year old Grazier from Tenterfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 January 1919.

146 Driver Howard Reginald HAYES, a 23 year old Station hand from Guildford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

314 Private William HOLLAND, a 22 year old Station hand from Orange, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 December 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 September 1915.

147 Private Alexander Sylvester HOUGH, a 21 year old Stockman from Tea Gardens via Port Stephens, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 December 1918.

154 Private Andrew Basil HUNTER, a 25 year old Labourer from Katoomba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

 

160 Private Wilfred Raymond KNIGHT, an 18 year old Farmhand from Tallong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 1919.

 

162 Private John Robert LANGLANDS, a 24 year old Groom from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 March 1919.

 

170 Private James Edward Bruce McCOLL, a 19 year old Bookkeeper from Bingara, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 August 1919.

171 Private Norman Sutherland McCOLL, a 21 year old Station overseer from Bingara, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 June 1919.

174 Private Arthur McILROY, a 21 year old Colonial man from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 March 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 March 1918.

172 Private Alexander Hugh McLELLAN, a 20 year old Newsagent from Roseville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and subsequently Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

53 Sergeant William Henry MURPHY, a 41 year old Policeman from Yass, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 July 1916.

 

180 Private Maurice James PENSON, an 18 year old Labourer from Tenterfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 January 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 18 November 1917.

 

184 Private Arthur Lester Reeves RIDLEY, a 21 year old Farmer from Condobolin, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 April 1917.

 

191 Private Robert Thomas SIMPSON, a 26 year old Stockman from Ashfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 January 1919.

186 Private Frederick Raymond SWEENEY, a 20 year old Farmer from Bimbi via Young, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

199 Private Mervyn Cyrnos WOODD, a 26 year old Drover from Candelo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

196 Private William Alfred Scott WRIGHT, a 20 year old Labourer from Cootamundra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 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:

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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14th LHR, AIF

14th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "A" Squadron

14th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "A" Squadron, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A72 Beltana 13 May 1916.

The HMAT A72 Beltana weighed 11,120 tons with an average cruise speed of 14 knots or 25.92 kmph. It was owned by the P & O SN Co, London, and leased by the Commonwealth until 14 September 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

 

16 Private Sydney Sutherland ALLAN, a 32 year old Book keeper from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 January 1918.

18 Private Cecil Vincent ARMSTRONG, a 27 year old Farmer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 February 1919.

17 Private Frederick Charles AYLOTT, a 25 year old Carrier from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 July 1918.

 

19 Private Stanley Percival BANGS, an 18 year old Labourer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 September 1919.

22 Private Philip BASHFORD, a 30 year old Shearer from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 July 1919.

26 Private Alexander BATTLEY, a 34 year old Labourer from Charleville, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 December 1918.

28 Private David Kirk BECKMAN, a 19 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 September 1917.

23 Private Charles BLAKE, a 25 year old Labourer from Blenheim, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1919.

24 Private William Michael Sylvester BOURKE, a 19 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 3 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 March 1917.

20 Private Frederick BOWMAN, a 19 year old Labourer from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 6 November 1918.

12 Corporal Robert BOYD, a 35 year old Labourer from Hawthorn, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 January 1916; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 April 1917.

2 CQMS Rex Stapylton BREE, a 29 year old Accountant from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 August 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 21 November 1919.

25 Private Roy BROWN, an 18 year old Stockman from Taragoola, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 March 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 April 1917.

29 Private William James BROWN, a 24 year old Stockman from Ross Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 13 April 1917.

21 Private Charles William BUTTERFIELD, a 25 year old Horse breaker from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 April 1919.

Captain Frank BUTTERWORTH, a 34 year old Timber merchant from Wynnum South, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 April 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

 

Second Lieutenant Arthur Archibald CAMERON, a 38 year old Compositor from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 April 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 27 February 1917.

32 Private Clarence William CAMPBELL, a 30 year old Carpenter from Albion, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 March 1919.

7 Corporal Thomas Harvey CAMPBELL, a 19 year old Packer man from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 9 July 1917.

8 Corporal Duncan Stewart CARSELDINE, a 21 year old Dairy farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 3 May 1919.

70 Private Edwin David CARSELDINE, an 18 year old Farmer from Kilcoy, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 March 1918.

37 Private Charles Edward CLARKE, a 25 year old Hotel keeper from Taroom, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 April 1919.

33 Private Ernest Milton COLLINS, a 22 year old Labourer from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 14 September 1918.

36 Private Roy Harold COLLINS, an 18 year old Stockman from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 July 1919.

35 Private George Mark COOLING, a 22 year old Grazier from Miles, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

34 Private Charles COX, a 31 year old Farmer from MacLean, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 28 September 1917.

31 Private Edwin CRAGG, a 25 year old Grazier from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 June 1917.

 

42 Private David DAVIDSON, a 21 year old Farmer from Laidley, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 March 1918.

43 Private Charles Henry DAY, a 25 year old Station hand from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and subsequently Died of Disease, 15 November 1918.

41 Driver Henry DONALDSON, a 30 year old Station hand from Barcaldine, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

38 Private Matthew john DRAYDON, a 21 year old Engineer from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 August 1919.

39 Driver Angus Stuart DUFF, a 34 year old Station Manager from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

44 Private Charles DUNCAN, a 19 year old Labourer from Farleigh, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 23 September 1917.

 

45 Private William EDGELL, a 41 year old Dealer from Zillmere, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 February 1917.

47 Private Albert EDWARDS, a 23 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 February 1917.

90 Private Michael EGAN, a 45 year old Labourer from River View Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 July 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 25 November 1917.

48 Private Wilfred Henry Leon ELLIOTT, an 18 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1919.

46 Private George EMERY, a 21 year old Labourer from Kandanga, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 September 1917.

 

49 Private Frederick Walter FAULKNER, a 30 year old Labourer from Burnett Heads, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 October 1919.

51 Private Harry FAULKNER, a 21 year old Labourer from Dinmore, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

52 Private Robert beach FERGUSON, a 27 year old Surveyors assistant from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 July 1919.

53 Private Charles James FLUTTER, a 32 year old Stockrider from Yeulba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 November 1917.

4 Corporal Henry Estwick FORD, a 23 year old Station Overseer from Charters Towers, Queensland. He enlisted on 20 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 November 1919.

50 Private William Albert FRANKLIN, a 19 year old Labourer from Paddington, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

 

57 Private Henry Thomas GARRABY, a 24 year old Blacksmith from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 June 1919.

54 Private Leonard James GILLESPIE, a 39 year old Farmer from Hermitage, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 July 1917.

56 Private John James GLASS, a 19 year old Labourer from North Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 June 1917.

58 Private Robert Chalmers GRAY, a 24 year old Farmer from Turnberry Wetheron, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 June 1919.

 

55 Private Thomas Boyd HALL, a 30 year old Carter from Woolloongabba, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 February 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 May 1919.

69 Private Clarence Leslie Donald HAMILTON, a 20 year old Station hand from Hawkwood, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 18 October 1917.

62 Private Frederick Albert Foster HARDY, a 39 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 9 June 1917.

11 Corporal James Robert HATTER, a 41 year old Farmer from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 May 1917.

59 Private Roy HENSHALL, an 18 year old Farmer from Biarra, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 October 1916.

67 Private Edward Albert HERRING, a 38 year old Station hand from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 November 1918.

71 Private Edwin James HEWETT, a 22 year old Farmer from Dunoon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 November 1917.

27 Private Albert Victor HEWITT, a 26 year old Labourer from Paddington, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 January 1918.

66 Private William Nathaniel Nelson HIDE, a 34 year old Chauffeur from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 January 1916; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 19 August 1919.

65 Private George HINE, a 19 year old Stockman from Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 20 June 1918.

68 Private John HOGAN, a 33 year old Labourer from Salisbury, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

63 Private William James HOPKINS, a 34 year old Labourer from Kangaroo Pt, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 27 August 1917.

60 Private Lemnel Thomas HOWARD, a 38 year old Farmer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 April 1919.

61 Private Edward Clinton HURLE, a 29 year old Stockman from Sherwood, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 19 October 1917.

64 Private William John HUTTON, a 25 year old Butcher from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 16 July 1917.

 

5 Corporal Harold Aubrey Thomas INGRAM, a 34 year old Farmer from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 November 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 13 August 1918.

 

73 Private Harold Winter JACKSON, a 19 year old Labourer from Aloomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

75 Private Phillip Peterson JOLLY, a 24 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 26 September 1917.

72 Private William Frederick Tyler JONES, a 29 year old Grazier from Canning Creek, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 May 1919.

74 Private Alexander William JOUNQUAY, a 26 year old Labourer from Taroom, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

 

77A Private Arthur Edward KERR, a 19 year old Teamster from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 December 1918.

 

121 Private Andrew Jack LA BATT, an 18 year old Traveller from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 May 1919.

15 Private Douglas Robert LANG, a 21 year old Grazier from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 June 1919.

79 Private Waldemar Nessen LAUMAN, a 29 year old Labourer from Laidley, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 July 1917.

76 Private Victor LINKLATER, a 19 year old Labourer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 1916; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 29 March 1918.

76A Private Arthur Edward LLOYD, a 33 year old Labourer from South Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 November 1919.

78 Private Thomas William LOVELL, a 28 year old Stockman from Leyburn, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

 

81 Private Henry MANNING, a 23 year old Labourer from Enoggera, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 January 1919.

84 Private William MARGERRISON, a 21 year old Stockman from Wooloowin, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 1 October 1917.

89 Private Henry Samuel Hugh McCARROLL, an 18 year old Labourer from Esk, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 10 April 1918.

91 Private William James McDOUGALL, a 27 year old Labourer from Burnett Head Bundaberg, Queensland. He enlisted on 11 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 August 1920.

13 Corporal Walter McGILL, a 34 year old Grazier from Glastonbury Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 2 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

92 Private Alexander McGREGOR, a 23 year old Timber getter from Nanango, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 January 1919.

93 Private James Gordon McGREGOR, a 30 year old Labourer from Stafford, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 July 1917.

88 Private Garnett Cecil McLENNAN, a 21 year old Labourer from Burringbar, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 February 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 1 March 1917.

94 Private John Francis McNULTY, a 27 year old Stockman from Yeulba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 25 November 1917.

88A Private John Vincent MEAGHER, a 23 year old Station hand from Taroom, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 25 June 1917.

87 Driver Ernest Belmore MOODY, a 22 year old Stockman from Wyandra, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 May 1919.

86 Driver John Vivian MOODY, a 20 year old Stockman from Wyandra, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 September 1918.

82 Private Thomas MORRIS, a 21 year old Stockman from Wycarbah, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 December 1918.

83 Private William Henry MOULD, a 21 year old Labourer from Texas via Inglewood, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

85 Private Jack MUNROE, a 21 year old Labourer from Crows Nest, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 25 February 1917.

 

Second Lieutenant Robert Henry NEAVERSON, a 37 year old Station Manager from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 March 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 26 April 1918.

98 Private Arthur Daniel NICHOLLS, an 18 year old Engineer from Laidley, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 January 1917.

96 Private Reginald Macquarie Haygarth NICOLL, a 35 year old Stockman from Dugandan Wynnum South, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 March 1919.

9 Corporal Bertie Clarence NIXON, a 24 year old Contractor from Eidsvold, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 25 March 1919.

95 Private Richard George NIXON, a 21 year old Labourer from Springsure, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 October 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 November 1917.

10 Corporal William Henry NORMAN, a 23 year old Contractor from Beaudesert, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 January 1920.

97 Private William Edward NORRIS, a 31 year old Labourer from Milton, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 December 1918.

 

6 Corporal Patrick OLLIVER, a 24 year old Labourer from Nambour, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 June 1919.

102 Private Robert William OLSEN, a 35 year old Farmer from Kandanga via Gympie, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 September 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 July 1917.

101 Private David William ORCHARD, a 21 year old Station hand from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 28 March 1918.

99 Private Jeremiah O'SULLIVAN, a 36 year old Labourer from Albion, Queensland. He enlisted on 27 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 May 1917.

 

152 Private Edgar PARKER, a 24 year old Rail worker from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 July 1917.

103 Private Oliver James Wesley PARRISH, a 27 year old Farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 May 1918.

109 Private Stephen PAYTON, a 25 year old Station hand from Bollan, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 April 1919.

159 Private Albert George PEARCE, a 25 year old Labourer from Booyal, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1918.

104 Private Charles Albert PEARCE, a 28 year old Labourer from Booyal, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

110 Private Arthur knight PENGELLEY, a 28 year old Stockman from Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

Second Lieutenant Leonard Henry PIKE, a 31 year old Civil servant from Albion, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 April 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 September 1917.

107 Private Harold PILKINGTON, a 25 year old Clerk from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 September 1919.

106 Private George Charles PINKERTON, a 22 year old Selector from Cedar Pocket, Queensland. He enlisted on 28 September 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 6 July 1918.

108 Private George POTTER, a 25 year old Stockman from The Valley, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 May 1919.

105 Private Arthur William PREBBLE, a 21 year old Farm hand from Ulmarra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 7 June 1918.

 

112 Private Arthur QUIGLEY, a 31 year old Stockman from Taroom, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1918.

111 Private James QUINLAN, a 44 year old Labourer from Wetalla via Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 4 December 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 July 1917.

 

124 Private Thomas Patrick RAHAL, a 19 year old Stockman from Albion, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

122 Private William Reginald REECE, a 20 year old Labourer from Hapsburg, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

Lieutenant Samuel Alexander RICHARDS, a 29 year old Dentist from Mt Morgan, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 April 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1918.

115 Sergeant William Charles Albert ROBINSON, a 22 year old Bank Clerk from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 November 1919.

123 Private Alexander ROLFE, a 20 year old Farmer from Mulgowie, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 July 1919.

119 Private Harold ROSS, a 28 year old Labourer from Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 December 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 12 March 1920.

118 Private William john Thomas ROWE, a 19 year old Labourer from Mundingburra, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 December 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 13 August 1918.

117 Private Alfred RUSSELL, a 41 year old Labourer from Normanton, Queensland. He enlisted on 1 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 July 1917.

116 Private James RUSSELL, a 20 year old Stockman from Goodna, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 March 1919.

14 Sergeant Christopher RUTHERFORD, a 35 year old Veterinary Surgeon from Golden Gate, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 February 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 October 1918.

120 Private William Patrick RYAN, a 26 year old Labourer from Danderoo via Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 July 1919.

1 Company Sergeant Major James Edward RYAN, a 25 year old Carpenter from Dalby, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 November 1917.

114 Private John Michael RYNNE, a 27 year old Labourer from Allora, Queensland. He enlisted on 24 November 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 25 September 1918.

 

136 Private Robert Charles SCHLOSS, a 34 year old Farmer from Forest Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 January 1919.

134 Private Hamilton SHAW, a 26 year old Station hand from Red Hill Brisbane, Queensland. He enlisted on 16 July 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 September 1917.

137 Private John SHEEHAN, a 27 year old Labourer from Killarney via Toowoomba, Queensland. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 25 April 1918.

130 Private William Richard SHEEHAN, a 24 year old Labourer from MacLean, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 October 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 June 1917.

125 Private Albert William SILVESTER, a 35 year old Book keeper from Milton Heights, Queensland. He enlisted on 23 August 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 January 1919.

126 Private Bertie SIMPSON, an 18 year old Carrier from Cedar Creek, Queensland. He enlisted on 5 October 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 12 June 1918.

132 Corporal Leslie SIMS, a 21 year old Labourer from Goondiwindi, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 March 1918.

146A Private Lionel Henry SKILLINGTON, a 22 year old Dairy hand from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

133 Lance Corporal Frank SLADE, a 25 year old Farmer from Rous Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 December 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 7 June 1917.

128 Private George Edward STACE, a 24 year old Stockman from Tonks Camp, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 January 1916; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 14 November 1916.

131 Private Robert Charles Abel STELEY, a 22 year old Clerk from Howard, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 June 1919.

135 Private Frederick Ernest STENNER, a 23 year old Farmer from Dunoon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 September 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 April 1919.

142 Private Alexander Low STEVENS, a 21 year old Teamster from Mooloolah, Queensland. He enlisted on 14 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 May 1919.

127 Private William STOKES, a 26 year old Labourer from Munbilla, Queensland. He enlisted on 8 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 18 December 1919.

129 Private James Edward STRONG, a 28 year old Teamster from Yeerongpilly, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

 

149 Private Oswald Urban TARDENT, a 22 year old Labourer from Roma, Queensland. He enlisted on 26 July 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 14 June 1918.

139 Private William Thomas Bruce TAYLOR, a 21 year old Stockman from Childers, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 October 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 May 1919.

3 Corporal Griffith THOMPSON, a 21 year old Labourer from Deborah, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 September 1918.

141 Private Thomas THWAITE, a 21 year old Labourer from Emu Park, Queensland. He enlisted on 30 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 August 1919.

140 Private Charles Duncan TOMISON, a 21 year old Compositor from Warwick, Queensland. He enlisted on 18 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 July 1919.

138 Private Arthur James John TURPIN, a 30 year old Labourer from West Townsville, Queensland. He enlisted on 29 November 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 October 1918.

 

143 Private George Nicolai ULBRICK, a 22 year old Stockman from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 29 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 January 1919.

 

145 Private Edward Thomas WALSH, a 21 year old Labourer from Taroom, Queensland. He enlisted on 6 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1919.

146 Private George William Harry WHITE, a 22 year old Carrier from Yeulba, Queensland. He enlisted on 21 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

149A Private Francis Frederick WILLIAMS, a 21 year old Butcher from Taroom, Queensland. He enlisted on 10 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 February 1919.

148 Private Arthur Wintle WILLIS, a 30 year old Labourer from Rockhampton, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

154 Private Gilbert James WILLIS, a 19 year old Bricklayers labourer from Wargrave Hill, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 May 1919.

Second Lieutenant James WILSON, a 31 year old Grazier from Tara, Queensland. He enlisted on 17 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 May 1917.

144 Private James Joseph WILSON, a 27 year old Horse breaker from Paddington, Queensland. He enlisted on 22 November 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

156 Private James Robert WILSON, a 21 year old Stockman from Thylungra Station, Queensland. He enlisted on 25 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

150 Private Joseph George WINKEL, a 21 year old Teamster from Evelyn, Queensland. He enlisted on 19 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 14 January 1919.

153 Private Charles John Newton WINKS, a 22 year old Station hand from Warroo, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 January 1916; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

145A Private John Thomas WINTERBOTTOM, a 39 year old Stockman from Longreach, Queensland. He enlisted on 7 February 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 5 November 1917.

155 Private John Henry WRIGHT, a 25 year old Clerk from Tivoli, Queensland. He enlisted on 15 January 1916; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 10 September 1917.

 

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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:

14th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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12th LHR, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "A" Squadron Suevic Group

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "A" Squadron Suevic Group, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A29 Suevic 13 June 1915.

The HMAT A29 Suevic weighed 12,531 tons with an average cruise speed of 13 knots or 24.07 kmph. It was owned by the Oceanic SN Co Ltd, Liverpool, and leased by the Commonwealth until 9 September 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

 

70 Private Charles Thomas ARCHER, a 26 year old Labourer from Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 1919.

52 Squadron Quartermaster Sergeant Edward Henry ATKINSON, a 36 year old Surveyor from Gordon, Tasmania. He enlisted on 18 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

 

89 Corporal John BAILEY, a 27 year old Hairdresser from Hinton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

209 Private Percy Joseph BAKER, an 18 year old Clerk from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

72 Private Owen Cressy BARRY, a 23 year old Sugar Cane inspector from Condong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 11 May 1918.

76 Private Arthur Benjamin BARTON, a 25 year old Station Manager from Strathfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 January 1916.

94 Private Charles BATHERSBY, a 28 year old Boundary rider from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 3 January 1916.

78 Private Eli Irwin BEAZLEY, a 21 year old Coach driver from Rosewood via Tumbarumba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

73 Private James BEAZLEY, a 19 year old Farmer from Wyalong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

84 Private John William BLIGHT, a 31 year old Labourer from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 November 1915.

83 Private Robert Hayden BONE, a 28 year old Grazier from Mia Mia via Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

97 Private Arthur Thomas BOSHER, a 21 year old Clerk from Ashfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 June 1919.

93 Private Harry BOYLE, a 22 year old Station hand from Blackville via Quirindi, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

207 Private John Valentine BOYLE, a 29 year old Clerk from Sefton Park vid Lidcombe, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

77 Private Samuel Isaac BRAIN, a 20 year old Farmhand from Borambola via Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

99 Private John Patrick BRENNAN, a 22 year old Carpenter from Redfern, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 April 1919.

80 Private George (Henry) BRIGHT, a 20 year old Farmer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 2 August 1918.

86 Private Harry BROWN, a 26 year old Grocer from Bondi, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 December 1918.

79 Private Hugh BROWN, a 25 year old Coach driver from Hay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

Second Lieutenant Montague Ambrose BROWN, a 25 year old Dairy farmer from Dapto, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 January 1915; and subsequently was Discharged, 18 October 1917.

91 Private Oswald Henry BROWN, a 36 year old Labourer from Paddington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 April 1916.

74 Private Arthur Ernest BROWNE, a 25 year old Bushman from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 March 1919.

81 Private Adam BUCHAN, a 22 year old Stockman from Croydon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

98 Private Herbert Gordon BULLUSS, a 21 year old Wheelwright from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 1919.

82 Private Harry BUNYAN, a 17 year old Labourer from Bodangora via Wellington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

92 Private Charles Norman BYRNE, a 25 year old Boundary rider from Belmore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 September 1919.

 

111 Private Robert CABLE, a 23 year old Labourer from Hay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

211 Private Newton CAMPBELL, a 37 year old Marine Captain from Union Steam Ship Co Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 May 1915; and subsequently was Discharged, 23 November 1916.

102 Private Stanley CARBERRY, a 21 year old Coach driver from Dubbo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 May 1917.

103 Private Joseph Patrick CARR, a 26 year old Horse breaker from Walgett, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 January 1916.

104 Private Arthur Bua CHAPMAN, a 22 year old Grain buyer from Randwick, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 December 1915.

116 Private Charles Harding CHAPMAN, a 21 year old Labourer from Mungindi, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 April 1919.

115 Private Robert Wren CHAPMAN, a 19 year old Farmer from Ashfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Egypt, 30 May 1919.

101 Corporal Rex Muller CHATEAU, a 25 year old Grazier from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 February 1916.

106 Private Verney CHILCOTT, a 30 year old Mechanic from Dulwich Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

120 Private James Benedict CHISHOLM, a 26 year old Dairy farmer from Lismore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and was taken to hospital in Adelaide, transferred to Sydney but due to health was subsequently Discharged, 7 August 1916.

118 Private Leslie Price CLARKE, a 30 year old Station hand from Narrabri, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

117 Private George John COMERFORD, a 23 year old Labourer from Newtown via Cowra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

114 Private Henry Thomas COMMINS, a 23 year old Farmer from Junee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

108 Private Michael John CONRICK, a 26 year old Labourer from Corowa, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 March 1919.

112 Private Harry Martin CONWAY, a 33 year old Carrier from Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

60 Private Alfred Hercules COOK, a 36 year old Labourer from Waverley, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 January 1916.

110 Private Henry COOK, a 38 year old Horse breaker from Swan Hill, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

65 Corporal Frederick William COY, a 23 year old Farmer from Roseville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1917.

100 Private George Francis CUNNEEN, a 24 year old Bank clerk from Paddington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

 

125 Cpl S/Smith Bert James DADDO, a 23 year old Farrier from Rutherglen, Victoria. He enlisted on 11 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

205 Farrier Sergeant Jack Essington DARGIN, a 20 year old Veterinary Surgeon from Darlinghurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 April 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

208 Private James William DAVIS, a 30 year old Public Accountant from Turramurra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 31 May 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 2 January 1916.

123 Private Arthur Frederick DAY, a 32 year old Shearing Contractor from Forbes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1917.

124 Private Bertie DeBRITT, a 26 year old Motor driver from Springvale via Young, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

121 Private Gregory James DODD, a 23 year old Labourer from Carrathool, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

122 Private Clarence Joseph DWYER, a 23 year old Drover from Tenterfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 July 1919.

 

56 Sergeant George Roland Campbell EAGAR, a 26 year old Bank clerk from Scone, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 August 1916.

129 Private John James EDWARDS, a 22 year old Modeller from Beecroft, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

127 Private Patrick Thomas EGAN, a 31 year old Drover from Katoomba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 January 1916.

128 Corporal James ELLIOTT, a 26 year old Farmhand / Farmer from North Yass, New South Wales / Penrith, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 30 August 1918.

213 Bugler David Walter EVANS, an 18 year old Cabinetmaker from Newtown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 June 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 25 December 1918.

 

Lieutenant Cuthbert Murchison FETHERSTONHAUGH, a 36 year old Grazier from Coonamble, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 April 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 January 1919.

131 Private John FLEET, a 20 year old Farmhand from Wentworth Shire, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

59 Sergeant William FLEMING, a 21 year old Station hand from Emmaville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 1919.

135 Acting Sergeant Frank Alexander FLETCHER, a 31 year old Planter from Naremburn, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 July 1917.

133 Private Thomas FRATER, a 22 year old Bushman from Melbourne, Victoria. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 August 1919.

132 Private Frederick Charles FRENCH, a 39 year old Station hand from Liverpool, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 July 1918.

 

204 Signaller Norman John Webster GAMBLE, a 22 year old Drover from Campbelltown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 January 1919.

142 Private James Arthur GILBERT, a 23 year old Labourer from Adaminaby, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 May 1917.

136 Private Charles Arthur GILKES, a 23 year old Overseer from Hunters Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

137 Private John Alfred GILKES, a 21 year old Overseer from Hunters Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 May 1917.

57 Acting Sergeant John Thomas GIVEN, a 23 year old Shearer from Dubbo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 25 September 1915.

140 Private James Harold GLEESON, a 22 year old Stockman from Mooreland, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 January 1919.

141 Private William GLEN, a 39 year old Farmer from Campbelltown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 August 1919.

138 Private Frank GODFREY, a 24 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

143 Private Charles GRAY, a 22 year old Station hand from Gilgandra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

139 Private Archibald GREEN, a 24 year old Selector from Mooreland, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

 

151 Private Algernon HAMPTON, a 21 year old Drover from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

148 Private Eric HEARNSHAW, a 21 year old Farmer from Cowra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

145 Private Bertie HEATH, a 36 year old Labourer from Peel, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

149 Shoeing Smith William John HENWOOD, a 30 year old Farrier from Candelo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and subsequently was Discharged, 20 July 1919.

155 Private Oliver Ashover HIND, a 29 year old Station Manager from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 April 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 3 November 1917.

156 Private Samuel HIRST, a 32 year old Joiner from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 April 1920.

771 Private George Jacob HOFFMAN, a 34 year old Wheelwright from Thurgoona, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

144 Private Edgar Herbert HOLLINGWORTH, a 30 year old Fruiter from Canterbury, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

152 Private Eric Emerson HUGHES, a 24 year old Clerk from Tongala, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 26 September 1917.

153 Private Frank Bemarr HUTCHINSON, a 27 year old Engineer from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

54 Sergeant Galbraith Charles KARNAGHAN, a 30 year old Station Overseer from Petersham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 November 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

214 Shoeing Smith Patrick John KELLY, a 39 year old Farrier from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 June 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

159 Saddler Bernard KEOGH, a 30 year old Dealer from Newtown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 December 1919.

158 Sergeant Alfred Butars KERR, a 33 year old Engineer from Glebe, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 January 1920.

Captain Hamilton KERR-McKELL, a 33 year old Plantation Overseer from CSR Fiji. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 August 1917.

 

163 Private Cyril Roy LANFEAR, a 21 year old Station hand from Leichhardt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

 

58 Private John William MALCOLM, a 44 year old Teamster from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 July 1917.

166 Private Reginald John MATTHEWS, a 24 year old Farmer from Goulburn, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 March 1919.

169 Private Kenneth Walter McKNIGHT, a 30 year old Salesman from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 March 1919.

173 Private Richard McNEIL, a 33 year old Grazier from Mudgee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 January 1919.

202 Sig/Cpl John MITCHELL, a 26 year old Farmhand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

63 Corporal Albert Richard MONROE, a 19 year old Horse trainer from Campsie, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 August 1916.

212 Sergeant Edwin Alfred MULFORD, a 24 year old Electrician from Waverley, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 December 1918.

 

176 Private Valentine Robert NANCARROW, an 18 year old Farmer from Dee Why, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 1919.

175 Private August Charles Frederick NEUMANN, a 28 year old Labourer from Koorawatha, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 December 1914; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 22 April 1917.

 

182 Private Ernest George PEARCE, a 26 year old Engine driver from Five Dock, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 October 1915.

181 Private John Charles PEGG, a 21 year old Labourer from Junee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

255 Squadron Sergeant Major Reginald (Stuart) PLUNKETT, a 33 year old Speculator from Potts Point, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 August 1917.

179 Private Clarence Edwin POLE, a 23 year old Engineer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 November 1919.

178 Private Frank Armstrong POWER, a 23 year old Farmer from Malvern, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 April 1918.

177 Private John Hebden PYBUS, a 21 year old Grazier / Student from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 April 1919.

 

Lieutenant Edward Bolton RALSTON, a 25 year old Station Manager from Strathfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 October 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

Second Lieutenant Rodney Keith ROBEY, a 23 year old Estate Manager from Muswellbrook, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

185 Lance Corporal Alwynne Fraser ROSS, a 30 year old Orchardist from Colac, Victoria. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 21 March 1919.

183 Private David Francis Peter ROTH, a 21 year old Commercial traveller from Bondi, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 November 1919.

 

189 Private George Stanley SELFE, a 24 year old Labourer from Boggabri, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 January 1920.

55 Sergeant Frank SHARP, a 20 year old Bank clerk from Islington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 March 1919.

188 Private Percival Alec SHEPHARD, a 24 year old Farmer from Newlands via Forbes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 1 August 1919.

192 Corporal Arthur John SMITH, a 30 year old Policeman from Surry Hills, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 November 1914; and subsequently was Discharged, 15 January 1920.

586 Private John SOMMERVILLE, a 42 year old Stockman / Drover from Balmain, New South Wales / Erskineville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 October 1918.

190 Shoeing Smith Charles Fitzroy STAFFORD, a 25 year old Farrier from Binnaway via Mudgee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

187 Private Clarence Howard STANFORD, a 21 year old Grazier from Fulham via Adelaide, South Australia. He enlisted on 20 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

 

194 Private Albert Henry THOMAS, a 22 year old Labourer from Fairfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

215 Private Harold THORNTON, a 23 year old Clerk from Singleton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 June 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 11 April 1917.

195 Private Ernest TOWNSHEND, a 40 year old Labourer from Newtown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

203 Signaller William TREWEEK, a 24 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

206 Lance Corporal Percy WARD, a 36 year old Commercial agent from Randwick, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 October 1918.

201 Private Rex WILKINSON, a 21 year old Clerk from Bondi, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 22 January 1917.

198 Private Edmund Tennyson WILLIAMS, a 23 year old Labourer from Adamstown via Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Discharged, 9 July 1919.

200 Private Thomas WILLIAMS, a 21 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

62 Corporal Sydney Webb WILLIAMSON, a 24 year old Fireman from Redfern, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

197 Private Russell Gordon WITTS, a 26 year old Farmer from Parkes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 31 January 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 2 November 1918.

 

Previous: Headquarters Section Vestalia Group

Next: "A" Squadron Vestalia Group

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:

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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12th LHR, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "B" Squadron Vestalia Group

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "B" Squadron Vestalia Group, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A44 Vestalia 22 June 1915.

The HMAT A44 Vestalia weighed 5,528 tons with an average cruise speed of 15 knots or 27.78 kmph. It was owned by the Gow, Harrison & Co, Glasgow, and leased by the Commonwealth until 10 March 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

 

288 Driver Harold CREBER, a 19 year old Station hand from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

306 Driver Alfred John GALVIN, a 23 year old Bushman from Tumbarumba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

335 Private Arthur JONES, an 18 year old Shop clerk from Temora, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

 

343 Driver William L'ESTRANGE, a 20 year old Dairy farmer from Fairfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

 

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Next: "C" Squadron Suevic Group

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.

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12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

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12th LHR, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment

Embarkation Roll, "B" Squadron Suevic Group

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF, "B" Squadron Suevic Group, embarked from Sydney, New South Wales on board HMAT A29 Suevic 13 June 1915.

The HMAT A29 Suevic weighed 12,531 tons with an average cruise speed of 13 knots or 24.07 kmph. It was owned by the Oceanic SN Co Ltd, Liverpool, and leased by the Commonwealth until 9 September 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

 

419 Corporal Charles Lydiard Aubrey ABBOTT, a 28 year old Policeman from Wingen, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 August 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Discharged, 20 July 1919.

273 Private William Ernest ANDERSON, a 37 year old Labourer from Perth, Western Australia. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 April 1919.

 

276 Private Norman BAIRD, a 24 year old Grazier from Pitt town via Windsor, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

259 Sergeant George Branston BANNER, a 32 year old Station Overseer from Dinby Station via Coonamble, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 30 October 1919.

404 Private Ralph BATEMAN, a 30 year old Waiter from Balmain, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

32 Private Frederick Stanworth BENNETT, a 24 year old Clerk from Singleton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 June 1916.

275 Private Thomas William BLACK, a 19 year old Labourer from Coolamon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

277 Private James BOURKE, a 24 year old Labourer from Cobar, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

279 Private William BRADBURY, a 21 year old Station hand from Crookwell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

280 Private Stanley BROOME, a 25 year old Overseer from Rockdale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

278 Private James Walter BURNETT, a 19 year old Grocer from Turramurra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

 

282 Private Daniel James CAMPBELL, a 24 year old Stockman from Broken Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 December 1914; and subsequently Died of Accident, 22 April 1917.

287 Private Robert Reid CAMPBELL, a 24 year old Farmer from Hargraves, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 9 February 1916.

285 Private Joseph CHARLESWORTH, a 38 year old Station hand from Gloucester, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 February 1919.

292 Private Edward Thomas CLEARY, a 34 year old Rail Shunter from Picton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 January 1919.

290 Private Albert Edwin COGGAN, a 28 year old Farmer from Coolac, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 August 1919.

264 Sergeant Frederick COLEMAN, a 32 year old Sleeper cutter from Bindway, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

289 Private Carl Leslie Joseph COLEY, an 18 year old Farmer from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 September 1919.

283 Private Sidney Lancelot COURT, a 24 year old Labourer from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 September 1919.

422 Private John Alan Hobart COX, a 24 year old Station Overseer from Muswellbrook, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 June 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

284 Private Robert CRUTCH, a 30 year old Labourer from Albury, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

291 Private Douglas William CULLAM, a 19 year old Electrical Engineer from Normanhurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

 

296 Private Walter DARBY, a 29 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

Captain Arthur Ernest Errol D'ARCY, a 34 year old Station Manager from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 March 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 April 1919.

293 Private Wilfred DAWES, a 25 year old Farmer from Singleton, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 1 November 1917.

412 Private Roy Charles DENNIS, a 22 year old Stationer from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

299 Private Kenneth Clive DENT, a 31 year old Clerk from Cremorne, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 September 1919.

294 Private Charles DOHERTY, a 22 year old Labourer from Bingara, New South Wales. He enlisted on 25 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

268 Corporal John William DOWLEY, a 33 year old Horse breaker from Bourke, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

297 Private Robert Stuart DUNLOP, an 18 year old Farmer from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

 

263 Sergeant Joseph Bernard EATHER, a 30 year old Butcher from Belmore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

300 Private Thomas Claude EDWARDS, a 26 year old Settler from Parkes, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 July 1919.

414 Private Vivian Theophilus ENGLAND, a 20 year old Engineering Student from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 July 1919.

 

257 Sergeant Henry Donald FERGUSON, a 37 year old Dentist from Gundagai, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 December 1919.

256 Corporal Kenneth Samuel FIELD, a 26 year old Merchant from Devonport, Tasmania. He enlisted on 7 April 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 16 March 1918.

267 Corporal Garfield FINLAY, a 22 year old Labourer/ Wool classer from Darlinghurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

301 Shoeing Smith William Thomas FLOOD, a 27 year old Farrier from Ashfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

420 Private Lawrence John FOX, a 24 year old Overseer from Gosford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 January 1916.

 

304 Private Frederick Charles GEORGE, a 21 year old Blacksmith from North Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

307 Private Edwin GERARD, a 23 year old Station hand from New Koreia, Western Australia. He enlisted on 6 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

303 Private William James GOODWIN, a 24 year old Labourer from Allendale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

261 Sergeant Richard Henry GOWLAND, a 41 year old Drover from Millwood via Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1920.

309 Private Eric William GRAHAM, a 19 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 December 1914; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 23 July 1919.

305 Private Cecil Harcourt GROVE, an 18 year old Station hand from Inverell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 10 November 1917.

 

317 Private John Murray HALL, a 21 year old Surveyor from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 January 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 12 November 1915.

Lieutenant John William HAMPTON, a 40 year old Farmer from Katoomba, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 March 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 12 June 1920.

325 Private Edward HANNELL, a 27 year old Labourer from Carrington, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

320 Private William Ernest HARFIELD, a 32 year old Groom from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 January 1915; and subsequently was Discharged in Britain, 26 October 1919.

312 Private Ronald Leslie HARRISON, a 27 year old Overseer from Willowa, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 December 1919.

323 Private Owen Joseph HARTLEY, a 30 year old Expert dry explosives from Waterloo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 7 January 1919.

322 Private Robert Henry HARVEY, a 23 year old Station hand from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

311 Private William HAVERS, a 45 year old Labourer from Annandale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 28 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 January 1916.

318 Private Bernard Bloomfield HAYDON, a 19 year old Station hand from Blandford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

319 Sergeant Guy Bloomfield HAYDON, a 25 year old Grazier from Blandford, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 December 1917.

316 Private Cecil Thomas HILLS, a 22 year old Station hand from Dreungra, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 3 November 1917.

324 Private Charles Gustave HINTZ, a 23 year old Labourer from Bethanga, Victoria. He enlisted on 8 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 January 1916.

326 Private Arthur Havelock HIRST, a 21 year old Clerk from Annandale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and subsequently was Discharged, 12 February 1918.

313 Private Walter Robert HOBBS, a 28 year old Dental mechanic from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 17 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

Lieutenant Hugh Cyprian HOLDEN, a 21 year old Plantation Owner from CSR Suva Fiji. He enlisted on 5 November 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 23 November 1915.

315 Private Percy Alva HOLLIDAY, a 20 year old Farmer from Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 February 1915; and subsequently Died of Accident, 21 July 1916.

327 Private Daniel HOULIHAN, a 25 year old Labourer from Yarroweyah, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 January 1919.

Lieutenant John Herbert HUXLEY, a 26 year old Accountant from Crookwell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

321 Private Ernest HYLAND, a 20 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

 

298 Private Hilton Sydney INGERSOLE, a 27 year old Horse trainer from Kelso, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 May 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

328 Private John Douglas ISAAC, a 21 year old Farmer from Muttama, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 July 1918.

329 Private Robert Luff ISAAC, an 18 year old Farmer from Muttama, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 29 September 1915.

 

332 Private William Henry Douglas JEFFREYS, a 29 year old Farmer from Grenfell, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 16 March 1919.

272 Private Harry Holloway JENKINSON, an 18 year old Station hand from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 4 December 1915.

331 Private George Dace JENNINGS, a 22 year old Farmer from Temora, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

330 Private Leslie Rupert JONES, an 18 year old Labourer from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 28 January 1919.

334 Shoeing Smith William Charles JOSEPHS, a 29 year old Farrier from Hay, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 March 1919.

 

338 Private Walter Mundell KEDDIE, a 36 year old Crane driver from Woolwich, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

252 Squadron Sergeant Major Joseph KELLS, a 30 year old Auctioneer from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 24 November 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 December 1915.

336 Private Thomas KENNING, a 29 year old Labourer from Wollongong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 22 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 July 1919.

416 Private Edward Vincent KENNY, a 20 year old Station Overseer from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 10 July 1919.

339 Private James Murray KILPATRICK, a 21 year old Labourer from Leichhardt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 18 February 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

 

341 Private Frederick Cecil LEE, a 24 year old Overseer from Milson Pt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

342 Private Phillip Geoffrey LINTON, an 18 year old Station hand from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 24 July 1919.

 

344 Private Adam Park MacLEAN, a 23 year old Grazier from Manilla, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

347 Private Michael James MADDEN, a 24 year old Horse breaker from Whittlow Creek via Bingara, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

253 Squadron Quartermaster Sergeant Frank Raymond MASSIE, a 29 year old Manager from Leichhardt, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 15 October 1918.

266 Corporal Cecil James McCLYMONT, a 23 year old Grazier from Wirilda, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 November 1917.

350 Private Nicholas Henry McILLMURRAY, a 29 year old Baker from Bexley, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

Major Harold McINTOSH, a 46 year old Grazier from Bathurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 April 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 24 April 1917.

410 Private John Muir McLEOD, a 27 year old Builder from Strathfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 May 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 8 March 1917.

351 Private Robert Ashleigh McNAB, a 22 year old Labourer from Warren, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

349 Private Arthur Edward MELVAINE, a 25 year old Farrier from Uralla, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 15 February 1918.

346 Private Alexander MOFFETT, a 22 year old Stockman from Gravesend, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

348 Private Raymond Dean MORGAN, a 24 year old Bank clerk from Ivanhoe, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

345 Private Ralph Lionel MUNCASTER, a 20 year old Window dresser from Chatswood, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

408 Private Frederick Mozart MURRAY, a 23 year old Accountant from Croydon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 13 May 1915; and subsequently Died of Wounds, 30 September 1915, and subsequently was buried at sea.

 

354 Private Norman James NANCE, a 23 year old Labourer / Farm hand from Parkville, Victoria. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 July 1919.

265 Corporal Ejgie (Ejgil) NEERGAARD, a 29 year old Farmhand from Danish Consulate Sydney, New South Wales . He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 31 October 1917.

262 Corporal Harry NICHOLAS, a 21 year old Stockman from Prospect, South Australia. He enlisted on 8 December 1914; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 September 1919.

353 Private James Leonard NICHOLSON, a 19 year old Labourer from Beechworth, Victoria. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 January 1919.

352 Private Guy Manning NIELD, a 20 year old Station hand from Manly, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 July 1919.

 

417 Private Edward Goodwin O'DELL, a 21 year old Farmhand from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 27 January 1919.

356 Private Claude Francis O'KEEFE, a 26 year old Blacksmith from Enmore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 January 1920.

357 Farrier Sergeant Martin O'NEILL, a 34 year old Farrier from Orange, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

366 Private Frederick William PABST, a 31 year old Labourer from Germantown, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

406 Private Ernest Richard PATSTON, a 22 year old Butcher from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 26 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 13 April 1919.

361 Private Ernest PAULS, a 23 year old Farmer from East Dorrigo, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 26 January 1919.

363 Private Henry Harrison PEARD, a 25 year old Labourer from Albury, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 19 January 1920.

359 Private Reginald Darcy PECK, a 23 year old Carpenter from Beryl via Gulgong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and subsequently Died of Disease, 22 October 1918.

362 Private John Alexander PERRING, a 35 year old Farmer from Seelands, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 29 January 1916.

365 Private Alfred Irwin PHILLIPS, a 21 year old Stockman from Chatswood, New South Wales. He enlisted on 30 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

403 Corporal Signaller Thomas PHOENIX, a 30 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 1 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 January 1916.

254 Sergeant Robert Harry POLLETT, a 26 year old Farmer from Dulwich Hill, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 31 August 1916.

358 Private Eric POWELL, a 31 year old Driver from Mundooran, New South Wales. He enlisted on 5 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 January 1919.

360 Private John Thomas PROCTOR, a 29 year old Farmer from Bungowannah via Albury, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 17 July 1916.

364 Private William Winter Home PURVES, a 21 year old Stockman from Hawkesbury Agricultural College Richmond, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

368 Private Edward QUINN, a 21 year old Labourer from Ipswich, Queensland. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

 

371 Private Cyril Laver REGG, a 21 year old Station hand from Morpeth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

372 Private Edgar Alison ROBB, a 21 year old Overseer from Strathfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

418 Private Ernest Ambrose ROBERTS, a 43 year old Solicitor from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 16 May 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 17 September 1915.

369 Private Clarence ROESE, a 22 year old Labourer from Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 15 June 1919.

281 Private Arthur Percival Markham ROOKE, a 33 year old Rail time keeper from Petersham, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

370 Private Victor James ROSS, a 22 year old Labourer from Old Junee, New South Wales. He enlisted on 6 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 March 1919.

 

376 Corporal Frank SCHAAF, a 25 year old Labourer from Tenterfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

423 Private Harold William SCHOLES, a 24 year old Grazier from Tamworth, New South Wales. He enlisted on 8 June 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 6 May 1919.

381 Private John Thomas SCOTT, a 25 year old Labourer from Richmond, Victoria. He enlisted on 1 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 13 December 1915.

375 Private Harold Cornish SEALE, a 23 year old Wool classer from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 4 July 1919.

269 Corporal Walter Mansfield SHELLEY, a 36 year old Grazier from Mosman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 12 April 1916.

377 Private Harry Leonard SHELRIGE, a 26 year old Station hand from Wagga, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

378 Private Alexander SMITH, a 23 year old Labourer from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 2 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 23 December 1918.

379 Private Austin SMITH, a 28 year old Farmer from Riverstone, New South Wales. He enlisted on 10 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

374 Private James Murray SMITH, a 22 year old Ironmonger from North Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 October 1919.

380 Private Nathaniel Henry SMITH, a 23 year old Labourer from Lake View Bungendore, New South Wales. He enlisted on 3 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

373 Private Akien SPENCE, a 26 year old Labourer from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 29 April 1919.

407 Signaller Samuel Wilson STEEP, a 23 year old Farmer from Comboyne, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

382 Private Robert John STINSON, an 18 year old Gentleman from Croydon, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 9 July 1919.

383 Private Frederick Isaiah STOKES, a 25 year old Boundary rider from Darlinghurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 December 1914; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 20 January 1916.

 

385 Private George William TORR, a 22 year old Labourer from West Wyalong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

386 Private Alfred Richard TOWNSEND, a 22 year old Baker from Sydney, New South Wales. He enlisted on 14 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 23 September 1919.

 

387 S/Sgt Gregory Cowell UPTON, a 22 year old Bank clerk from Molong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 23 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 May 1919.

 

421 Private Charles James VYNER, a 26 year old Grazier from Armidale, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 June 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 March 1919.

 

400 S/Smith Cpl Patrick Bernard WALSH, a 32 year old Clerk from Newcastle, New South Wales. He enlisted on 9 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 5 January 1920.

399 Private Robert WALTON, a 22 year old Station hand from Coolatai Warialda, New South Wales. He enlisted on 4 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

395 Private Walter Norman WATT, a 25 year old Labourer from Gulgong, New South Wales. He enlisted on 7 January 1915; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 30 September 1915.

393 Private Edward WEBSTER, a 22 year old Labourer from Denman, New South Wales. He enlisted on 20 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 31 March 1920.

397 Private Edwin WEST, a 21 year old Labourer from Temora, New South Wales. He enlisted on 21 December 1914; and subsequently was Killed in Action, 28 November 1915.

260 Sergeant Mervyn WESTGARTH, a 26 year old Overseer from Mt Hope, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 November 1914; and subsequently Died of Disease, 9 December 1918.

391 Private Daniel WHITE, a 21 year old Shearer from Erskineville, New South Wales. He enlisted on 29 January 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 11 April 1916.

392 Private Roy WIGHTMAN, a 28 year old Auctioneer from Gunnedah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 15 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 20 July 1919.

390 Private James WILLIAMS, a 23 year old Stockman from Clermont, Queensland. He enlisted on 13 February 1915; and subsequently Returned to Australia, 24 August 1918.

Lieutenant Thomas Leslie WILLSALLEN, a 36 year old Grazier from Gunnedah, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 April 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 2 August 1919.

394 Private Archibald David WILSON, a 26 year old Surveyor from East Maitland, New South Wales. He enlisted on 27 January 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 8 October 1919.

389 Private George Russell WILSON, a 19 year old Labourer from Lindfield, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 17 July 1919.

401 Private Jack WINCH, a 16 year old Salesman / Warehouse man from Blakehurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 19 April 1915; and returned as being too young, re-embarked at 18 and subsequently Returned to Australia, 21 November 1916.

396 Private Leonard Arthur WITTEY, a 26 year old Gentleman from Peakhurst, New South Wales. He enlisted on 11 February 1915; and at the conclusion of the war Returned to Australia, 22 July 1919.

388 Shoeing Smith Arthur WYNDHAM, a 31 year old Horse driver from Bowral, New South Wales. He enlisted on 12 February 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:

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, AIF

12th Australian Light Horse Regiment, Roll of Honour 

Battles where Australians fought, 1899-1920

Posted by Project Leader at 12:01 AM EADT

Updated: Friday, 8 January 2010 2:42 PM EAST

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