Born at Melbourne, Victoria, Presbyterian. Enlisted 11 December 1916 age 21, salesman. His father was on active service (see John Black 3396). His mother, Lillian Black was at Grant St, Osborne, now Swanbourne. Embarked at Fremantle 23 December 1916 per A35 Berrima. Served in France between 25 August 1917 and 15 October 1918. RTA 3 March 1919 per A14 Euripides. Discharged 25 May 1919. Service medals: BWM and VM.