Born at Cottesloe, CoE. Enlisted 24 June 1918 age 18, machinist. Nok father, Edward Cowling, Boulder City. Embarked at Fremantle 29 October 1918 per A36 Boonah. RTA 12 December 1918. Discharged 17 January 1919. Service medals: BWM and VM. Cottesloe and district Honour Rolls.
