Born at Nth Melbourne, CoE. Enlisted 25 September 1916 age 25, labourer. Nok sister, Emilia Elizabeth Marsh Johnston St, Cottesloe. Embarked at Fremantle 29 October 1916 per A34 Persic. Served in France 1917. RTA November 1919. Service medals: BWM and VM. Ancient Order of Druids Acorn Lodge 463 Cottesloe Honour Roll.