George Young

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BiographyGeorge Young enlisted on 26 October 1915 and was killed in action by enemy machine gun fire while advancing left of the town of Peronne.

He was promoted to the rank of Corporal on 29 October 1916.

He was recommended for the Distinguished Conduct Medal for going to the aid of a wounded officer while under heavy barrage fire. He administered first aid and took the man back to the dressing station. He then returned to his post and immediately gave assistance to the stretcher bearers while under enemy fire.

It was said that "throughout the operations his coolness and determination were a source of inspiration to all ranks". The recommendation was downgraded and he was awarded the Military Medal on the 14th January 1918.Age36Date of Death1 September 1918Civil employmentPlumberRelationshipsSon of David Young and Isabella Fraser, Cupar, Fife, Scotland.

Peronne Communal Cemetery Extension, France

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Service number3658RankCorporalRegiment14th Australian Light Trench Mortar BatteryPlace of enlistmentHoldsworthy, NSWPlace of embarkmentSydney, NSW Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Date of embarkment17 December 1915 Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Place of deathPeronne, FranceMemorial/Cemetery Peronne Communal Cemetery Extension, FranceBeecroft War MemorialKeywordsFirst World War Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

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