Alfred De Vere Kidson

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BiographyAlfred Kidson enlisted 9 August 1915 on and was killed by a shell at Polygon Wood, reportedly one fired by Allied artillery that fell short.

He was buried about 2800 yards East of Westhoek by members of his platoon.

He remained in Australia for a year after enlisting.Age24Date of Death26 September 1917Civil employmentDraftsman Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

RelationshipsSon of Charles Alfred and Sarah Hopton Kidson, of High Street, Epping, NSW.TitleEpping War MemorialLocationEpping

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RankLieutentantRegiment56th Battalion, Australian InfantryPlace of enlistmentHoldsworthy, NSW Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Place of embarkmentSydney, NSW Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Date of embarkment24 January 1917 Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

Place of deathPolygon Wood, near Ypres, BelgiumBattleThe Third Battle of Ypres (Passchaendaele)Memorial/Cemetery The Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, BelgiumEpping War MemorialKeywordsFirst World War Last edited by: Neil Chippendale

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Alfred De Vere Kidson