British War Medal 1939-45 : Corporal G Walters, 16 Australian Garrison Battalion

Place Oceania: Australia
Accession Number REL25081.004
Collection type Heraldry
Object type Medal
Physical description Cupro nickel
Maker Unknown
Place made United Kingdom
Date made 1946
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Description

British War Medal 1939-45. Impressed around edge with recipient's details.

History / Summary

2169 Corporal Gilbert Walters, enlisted on 3 April 1916 with the 3rd Reinforcements of 35 Battalion, AIF. He returned to Australia on 22 September 1919. Awarded Military Medal in June 1918 for Bravery in the Field and was subsequently promoted to sergeant. Recommendation and citation unavailable. He was issued with Lay Readers Licence in the 1920s. During the Second World War he served as N108470 Corporal Gilbert Walters with 16 Australian Garrison Battalion.2169 Corporal Gilbert Walters, enlisted 3rd April 1916 with the 3rd Reinforcements of the 35th Battalion. RTA 22nd September 1919. Awarded Military Medal in June 1918 for Bravery in the Field. Citation not present in AWM28. Issued with Lay Readers Licence. Served WWII N108470 Corporal Gilbert Walters 16th Australian Garrison Battalion.