| Accession Number | P08593.001 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Digital file |
| Maker |
Rogers, George A Unknown |
| Place made | Australia: South Australia, Adelaide |
| Date made | c 1915 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Studio portrait of 452 Private (Pte) David George Carson, 32nd Battalion, of Norwood SA. Pte ...
Description
Studio portrait of 452 Private (Pte) David George Carson, 32nd Battalion, of Norwood SA. Pte Carson, a labourer prior to enlistment in July 1915, embarked from Adelaide on board HMAT Geelong (A2) on 18 November 1915. He was killed in action at Fleurbaix, France, on 20 July 1916. Pte Carson was 32 years of age. On the back of the photograph is written: "February 23 1917 Dear Stan, this is the photo of your dear brother George, who so nobly gave his life for his king and country. When you look upon his noble face Stan, you will think of the noble sacrifice he made. ' A brave hero at rest.' "