Joseph Howard Douglas

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BiographyJoseph Douglas enlisted on 16 February 1917 and was killed by an enemy shell while loading regimental goods onto a train at Amiens Railway Station.

A concert had been held at the Beecroft School of Arts to farewell a number of local men who had enlisted in 1917. Each was presented with various gifts such as wristwatches, safety razors or pipes. Sergeant Douglas spoke at the concert about the value of 'Win the War' leagues and recommended one to be established in Beecroft.

Although his wish to establish the League transpired, he sadly did not return from war to see the good work done.Age22Date of Death11 April 1918Civil employmentCarriage BuilderRelationshipsSon of Joseph and Marion Douglas, of Welham St., Beecroft.

Amiens Railway Station, France

Service Information

Service number7459RankSergeantRegiment2nd Battalion, Australian InfantryPlace of enlistmentSydney, NSWPlace of embarkmentSydney, NSW Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Date of embarkment14 June 1917 Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Place of deathAmiens Railway Station, FranceMemorial/Cemetery St Pierre Cemetery, Amiens, FranceBeecroft War Memorial

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Joseph Howard Douglas