Lot 2729

Description

Anzac Commemorative Medallion 1915, issued 1967, in bronze (50x75mm) (C.1915/3), named to G.W.H.Elkins. In case of issue, this with some marks, medallion uncirculated.

George William Henry Elkins, motor mechanic, age 18, born at South Melbourne, Vic; Enl.15May1915 (Service No.1376) at Melbourne, Vic, with 4 years service in Senior cadets; to Depot Signal School 15May1915; Emb.10Sep1915 with 8 Rfts 1 Div Sig Coy; to Gallipoli 21Oct1915; to hospital sick 26Dec1915; detached for duty with AIF Kit Stores 22Sep1916; to hospital sick 16Feb1917; to ER/Cpl 01Dec1918; to A/Sgt 14Apr1919; RTA 02Dec1919; Disch.21Apr1920; Post WWI: Enl.10Jun1931 at Point Cook, Vic in RAAF (Service No.03213); Disch.31Dec1954 as Flight Lieutenant ex Laverton Transit Departure & Reception Centre.