Peter Epps

Charles was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in No 5 Section, “B” Platoon. He took part in the ambush and killing of the “Singapore Tiger”, 22 Jun 1942 and was promoted Corporal on 18 Nov 1942. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. He left the unit on 6 Jun 1943 and after hospital and convalescing, he embarked for New Guinea as a Trooper aboard “KATOOMBA” on 22 Nov 1943, he re-join the unit on 26 Nov 1943 and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper. He left the unit on 29 Nov 1945 and returned to Australia aboard "KATOOMBA" on 16 Dec 1945, he was discharged on 10 Jan 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp "S.W.Pacific".

Alfred enlisted on 10 Sept 1941 and his service papers are unavailable due to post WW2 service. We know he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper and was discharged from the A.I.F. on 3 Apr 1946. He served with service number 4400107 in the Korean War with 1st Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment from 7 April 1952 to 24 March 1953 as a Private.

John enlisted on 19 May 1941 and was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private No 6 Section, “B” Platoon. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. He transferred as an Instructor at 1st Australian Commando Training Battalion on 17 Jun 1943. He was appointed Lance Corporal on 1 Jul 1943 but reverted to Private on 27 Jul 1943 and embarked for New Guinea aboard "KATOOMBA" on 27 Aug 1943 and re-joined the unit as a Trooper in No 6 Section, “B” Troop on 2 Nov 1943 and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. He was discharged on 13 Oct 1945. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

Gordon enlisted in the Citizens Military Force (Reserve) on 16 May 1938 with Service No 277309 and then W2229 and was posted as a Gunner to 3rd Field Brigade, Royal Australian Artillery. He transferred to the A.I.F. on 29 Apr 1941 and was as an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in No 3 Section, “A” Platoon. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 11 Dec 1942 After leave and reorganization, he embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Sapper in Engineers Section, Headquarters Group. He transferred to 2/6th Australian Field Company, Royal Australian Engineers on 28 Dec 1943 and returned to Australia aboard "ORIZABA" on 16 Feb 1944. He embarked for Morotai aboard Landing Ship Troops 935 on 23 May 1945 and then embarked for Borneo aboard "WESTRALIA" on 21 Jun 1945. He returned to Australia aboard "MORETON BAY" on 19 Dec 1945 and was discharged on 28 Jan 1946. Gordon was made a Life Member of the Association in 1976. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp "S.W.Pacific". He may also be entitled to a George VI Australian Efficiency Medal as he was CMF pre-war with continuous service to Dec 1945.

Ronald enlisted at Perth, W.A. on 18 Dec 1940 and was selected to proceed to Wilsons Promontory for training with the unit. As the unit was preparing to leave Wilsons Promontory to proceed overseas, he became very ill with meningitis. He was admitted to 115 General Hospital at Heidelberg on 1 Sept 1941 and unfortunately passed away on 2 Sept 1941. He was buried FAWKNER MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY, Baptist Plot. Compt. C. Grave 286,. For his service, he was entitled to a War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45.

Stanley was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in No 6 Section, “B” Platoon. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. He embarked for New Guinea aboard "KATOOMBA" on 22 Nov 1943 and re-joined the 2/2nd on 28 Nov 1943. Stan was medevac'd to Australia aboard 2/1st Australian Hospital Ship on 13 Jun 1944 and was discharged on 6 Jul 1945. Stan was made a Life Member of the Association in 1989. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

Terence enlisted in Citizens Military Force (Reserve) on 18 Aug 1940 with Service No W10340 and served with 28th Infantry Battalion. He transferred to the A.I.F. on 2 May 1941 and was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in No 1 Section, “A” Platoon. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 11 Dec 1942. Terence was an Instructor at the following, 1st Australian Commando Training Squadron, 19 Apr 1943, 29th Australian Infantry Training Battalion, 27 Apr 1943 and 18th Australian Infantry Training Battalion, 15 Jun 1943. He embarked for New Guinea aboard "KATOOMBA" on 22 Nov 1943 and re-joined the 2/2nd on 28 Nov 1943, as a Trooper in No 10 Section, Headquarters Group and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper in No 4 Section, “B” Troop. He transferred to 53rd Port Craft Company on 26 Dec 1945 and then to 44th Australian Landing Craft Company on 2 Feb 1946. He returned to Australia aboard "GEORGE TOWN VICTORY" on 14 Mar 1946 and was discharged on 25 Mar 1946. Terence was made a Life Member of the Association in 1991. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp

Raymond was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in No 5 Section, “B” Platoon. He was Mentioned in Despatches, for Gallant and Distinguished Service, London Gazette, 25 May 1943 and in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, No 119-3 Jun 1943. These are the two Gazettes for the Timor Campaign. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on either 11 Dec 1942 or 16 Dec 1942, as the embarkation rolls do not differentiate. After leave and reorganization, he embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Trooper in No 5 Section, “B” Troop and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After further leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper in No 5 Section, “B” Troop. He transferred to 53rd Port Craft Company on 22 Mar 1946 and was discharged on 22 Mar 1946. Ray re-enlisted for the Korean War with Service No 5400049 and served with 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment from 26 Dec 1950 to 26 Dec 1951. During that period, the 3rd Battalion (800) was involved in the “Battle of Kapyong” between 22- 25 Apr 1950 against a Chinese Division (10,000) and the battalion was awarded an American “Presidential Unit Citation” and Ray was awarded a Military Medal, London Gazette dated 25 Jan 1952. CITATION “On the night of the 23rd APRIL, 1951, Corporal PARRY was given a small knoll slightly to the rear of “B” Coy’s perimeter, to man with a Light Machine Gun and three men. On information that the enemy had infiltrated our lines and large numbers were forming up below the knoll to attack the Coy position, Corporal PARRY leaving the remainder of his section under command of his 2 i/c, proceeded to the knoll. As he arrived at the Light Machine Gun outpost at approximately 0400hrs, the enemy, fifty in number launched their attack. By brilliant use of fire power under his command and inspiring leadership, the attack was smashed; the enemy being forced to withdraw, leaving behind dead and wounded. Three further enemy attacks were made on the outpost in the next twenty minutes, these being repulsed in the same determined manner as the first. The knoll was to the rear of “B” Coy’s position, and had this fallen to the enemy they could have dominated the Coy’s perimeter. There is no doubt that Corporal PARRY’s quick appreciation of the situation and brilliant leadership together with his determination to hold vital ground, was directly responsible for the Coy’s perimeter being kept intact and at the same time thoroughly disorganising the enemy. Ten enemy dead were counted after the first attack and as day broke a further thirteen dead were found on the lower slopes.” Ray served as a Sergeant at the Battle of Maryang San between 3-8 Oct 1951. Military Medal Presidential Unit Citation

Very little is known of Thomas other than he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper and was discharged on 30 May 1945.

Norman was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in Headquarters Section, “C” Platoon. Later joining No 7 Section, “C” Platoon. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. In hospital for some time, then stowed away aboard “VAN HENTY” for New Guinea on 16 Aug 1943 and re-joined the unit on 2 Nov 1943. He returned to Australia aboard “TAROONA” on 10 Apr 1944 and in hospital for some time again. Norman was promoted to Corporal on 3 Oct 1945 and transferred to Marrinup P.O.W. camp on 29 Jan 1946 and was discharged on 31 May 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

Robert was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Corporal in No 3 Section, “A” Platoon. The Embarkation Roll has him embarking at “Betano” for Australia aboard the “KURU” as a Lance Sergeant on 19 Nov 1942 but his service papers state he was commissioned Lieutenant on 4 Jul 1942. Transferred as an Instructor to 1st Australian Commando Training Squadron on 25 Jul 1943 and embarked for New Guinea aboard "CANBERRA" on 24 Oct 1943 and re-joined the unit on 26 Nov 1943 as a Lieutenant and took over Adjutant duties in Headquarters Group. He returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Lieutenant, Adjutant, Headquarters Group. He returned to Australia on 16 Dec 1945 and was discharged on 18 Jan 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp "S.W.Pacific".

John was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as a Private in No 5 Section, “B” Platoon. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. He transferred to 1st Australian Provost Corps on 22 Arp 1943, 2/3rd Australian Provost Corps on 21 Jun 1944, 30th Australian Works Company on 25 Jan 1945 and 1st Australian Engineers Base Depot 20 Mar 1945. He was discharged on 1 Nov 1945. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

George enlisted on 3 Nov 1939 and after training embarked for Middle East on 4 May 1940 and posted to 2/3rd Australian Field Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, on3 Aug 1940. He embarked with them for Greece on 31 Mar 1941 and then embarked for Crete on 3 Jun 1941. He returned to Australia aboard "DUNBAR CASTLE" on 17 Mar 1942. He transferred to Australian Independent Parachute Company on 25 Jan 1943 and then to 1st Australian Commando Training Battalion on 25 Feb 1943. He embarked for New Guinea aboard "KATOOMBA" on 22 Nov 1943, joined 2/2nd as a signaller on 28 Nov 1943 and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Signaller in Signals Section, Headquarters Group. He returned to Australia aboard "TAROONA" on 15 Sept 1945 and was discharged on 28 Sept 1945 He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He also was entitled to the Greek War Medal for service on Greece and Crete.

Frank enlisted on 21 Jan 1941 and was a member of the First Reinforcements but did not sail with them.. He came to Timor aboard the HMAS "VOYAGER" and joined the unit as a Private on 23 Sept 1942. He served in No 4 Section, "B" Platoon and after the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hides” on 16 Dec 1942. Frank did not re-join the unit after return to Australia. He was discharged in absentia on 20 Jun 1946. On 22 Jun 1950 he was serving with the United States Army Air Force in the UK as an American Citizen.

Noel enlisted in the Citizens Military Force (Reserve) with Service No Q137328 on 23 Feb 1942. Posted to 7th Advanced Ordnance Work Shop on 31 Jul 1942 then to Armoured Corps Ordnance Work Shop on 31 Aug 1942. He transferred to the A.I.F. on 1 Sept 1942 and was transferred to 3rd Armoured Troops Work Shop on 24 Dec 1942. He was posted to 1st Australian Commando Training Battalion on25 Feb 1942 and joined the 2/2nd on 15 May 1943. He embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Trooper and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. He left the 2/2nd on 7 Nov and was discharged on 14 Nov 1944. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

Herbert Enlisted on 10 Sept 1941 and was a member of the First Reinforcements that arrive at Dili, Timor, aboard "KALOOMA" on 22 Jan 1942, prior to the Japanese landing. He joined the unit as a Private. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hides” on 16 Dec 1942. He transferred to 1sy Australian Commando Training Battalion as an Instructor on 19 Apr 1943, then to 18th Australian Workshop Company on 24 Apr 1944 and further to 21st Australian Workshop Company on 1 Mar 1946. He was promoted to paid Lance Corporal on 5 Jun 1946 and Corporal on 9 Sept 1946. He transferred to 5th Base Ordnance Depot 14 Nov 1946 and detached to 3rd Ordnance Vehicle Park on 3 Dec 1946. Herbert discharged on 8 Aug 1947. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

Jack enlisted in Citizen Military Force (Reserve) on 2 Dec 1941 and posted to 6th Armoured Car Regiment on 6 Dec 1941. He transferred to A.I.F. on 22 Sept 1942 and posted to 1st Australian Commando Training Squadron on 18 Mar 1943. He joined the unit on 15 May 1943 and embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Trooper in No 2 Section, “A” Troop and was Medevac by plane to Australia on 2 Sept 1944. After medical treatment, he embarked for New Britain aboard “ORMISTON” on 14 Jul 1945 to re-join the unit on 28 Jul 1945 as a Trooper in No 2 Section, “A” Troop. He left the unit and returned to Australia aboard "DUNTROON" on 13 Jan 1946 and was discharged 25 Jan 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp "S.W.Pacific".

Francis (Frank) was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as the Platoon Sergeant, Signals Platoon, Headquarters Group. He was Mentioned in Despatches, for Gallant and Distinguished Service, London Gazette, 25 May 1943 and in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, No 119-3 Jun 1943. These are the two Gazettes for the Timor Campaign. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. He was commissioned Lieutenant on 24 Dec 1942 and transferred as an Instructor to 1st Australian Commando Training Squadron on 7 Jul 1943 and then to Officer Cadet Training Unit on 16 Aug 1943. He embarked for New Guinea aboard “Canberra” on 31 Dec 1943 and re-joined the unit on 4 Jan 1944. Frank transferred to 2/7th Commando Squadron on 7 Apr 1944 and embarked for Australia aboard “TAROONA” on 22 Apr 1944. He was discharged on 6 May 1945. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. Frank was awarded a Civilian Member of the Order of the British Empire (M.B.E.) London Gazette 4 Jun 1976 for services to ex-servicemen.

Alfred enlisted on 23 Feb 1942 and was posted to 54th Infantry Battalion. He was posted to 1st Australian Commando Training Squadron on 25 Feb 1943 and after training, joined the unit on 15 May 1943 and embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Trooper in No 1 Section, “A” Troop and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper in No 1 Section, “A” Troop. He left the unit and flew to new Guinea on 31 Jul 1945 and then flew to Australia on 3 Aug 1945. He was discharged on 11 Feb 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

Richard served in Citizens Military Force (Reserves) with Service Number N107614 posted to 119th Australian General Hospital. He was promoted Corporal on 27 Mar 1941 and Sergeant on 2 Apr 1941. He transferred to the A.I.F. on 10 Nov 1941 and was posted to 2/1st Fortress Company, Royal Australian Engineers (RAE). He reverted to Acting Corporal on 7 Dec 1941 and embarked for Timor on 8 Dec 1941. He was appointed Lance Sergeant on 13 Dec 1941 and joined the 2/2nd on Timor as a Lance Sergeant from 2/1st Fortress Company, RAE,, after the fall of Koepang, approx. March 1942. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 16 Dec 1942. He was discharged on 29 Apr 1944. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

John (Jack) joined the unit at Larrimah, NT when unit returned from Timor as a Private. After leave and reorganization, he embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Trooper in No 5 Section, “B” Troop and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After further leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Lance Corporal in No 5 Section, “B” Troop. Whilst on New Britain he attended Course No 5, Flame Thrower School from 5 Jul to 9 Jul 1945. He was discharged on 13 Jun 1946.

Warwick enlisted on 7 Nov 1941 and was posted to Sparrow Force, Australian Army Service Corps and embarked for Timor with them on 17 Jan 1942. He joined the unit on Timor as a Private from Sparrow Force Australian Army Service Corps, after the fall of Koepang, approx. March 1942. He embarked at "SUAI" for Australia aboard "KURU" on 15 Jul 1942 and was discharged on 4 Feb 1943. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below.

George enlisted on 19 Nov 1942 and after training, he embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as a Trooper in No 4 Section, “B” Troop and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as a Trooper in No 4 Section, “B” Troop. He was discharged on 29 Jan 1946. George served in 3rd Royal Australian Regiment in Korea with Service No 2400018, arriving 9 Oct 1950 and was Killed in Action on 5 Nov 1950.

George enlisted in the Citizens Military Forces (Reserves( on 2 Jul 1934 with Service Number 263296 as a Signalman and was posted to 1st Division Signals. He was promoted Corporal on 26 Aug 1935, Sergeant on 30 Jan 1937, commissioned Lieutenant on 1 Jul 1940 and transferred to the A.I.F. on 23 Jul 1940. He was posted to 8th Division Signals and promoted to Captain on 29 Nov 1940. He flew to Timor on 10 Feb 1942 and joined the 2/2nd on Timor as a Captain, Signals Officer from Sparrow Force Headquarters, after the fall of Koepang, approx. March 1942. He was in command of the Signallers responsible for building “Winnie the War Winner”. He returned to Australia on 20 Aug 1942 and was posted to Australian Corps Signals, Land Head Quarters (LHQ) on 21 Sept 1942. Was awarded a Commander in Chief Commendation Card for Timor on 13 Oct 1942. Transferred to Headquarters 3rd Company Signals, LHQ on 18 Dec 1942 and promoted Temporary Major on 6 Jan 1943, then transferred to Signals, 7th Australian Division, on 23 Mar 1943 and promoted Temporary Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) same day. He was Mentioned in Despatches, for Gallant and Distinguished Service, London Gazette, 25 May 1943 and in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, No 119-3 Jun 1943. These are the two Gazettes for the Timor Campaign. He was promoted Major and retain the rank on Temp Lt Col on 6 Jan 1944, then embarked for New Guinea aboard "CANBERRA" on 26 Jul 1943. He was promoted to Lt Col on 11 May 1944 and returned to Australia on 17 May 1944. Awarded an Officer of the Military Order of the British Empire (O.B.E.) in the London Gazette, 6 Mar 1945, as a Captain Temporary Lieutenant Colonel. Citation:- Period- 1 Oct 1943 to 31 Mar 1944 Place- LAE, MARKHAM and RAMU VALLEY For outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty during the LAE, MARKHAN and RAMU VALLEY Campaign. Lt Col Parker Commanded 7 Div Sigs with skill, determination and initiative throughout. By reason of the distances covered the inter-communication problems were both difficult and of vital importance. Despite difficulties of climate and transportation Lt-Col Parker at all times provided the necessary signal channels. By his own drive and personal supervision of the forward elements of his command he imbued all ranks with his own enthusiasm and ensured success. Apart from his normal functions he has controlled throughout the campaign the supply of signal supplies for the whole Div. This added responsibility he discharged with the greatest success. Singed G A Vasey Maj Gen. He embarked for Morotai aboard "CLARENCE H MATSON" on 16 May 1945, then embarked for Balikpapan on 22 Jun 1945. He returned to Australia aboard "AMHURST VICTORY" on 25 Jan 1946. George was Mentioned in Despatches, for Gallant and Distinguished Service, in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, No 43/750/47. He was discharged on 12 Mar 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp. It is known he was awarded an Efficiency Decoration, date unknown.

Clifton (Cliff) enlisted on 4 Sept 1940 and posted to Australian Army Medical Corps, Recruit Training Depot on 18 Sept 1940. He was appointed Lance Corporal on 8 Nov 1940 and acting Corporal on 19 Nov 1940. He reverted to Private, appointed Lance Corporal again and posted to 2/12th Field Ambulance on 22 Nov 1940. He was appointed Acting Corporal on 14 Mar 1941 and posted to Guerrilla Warfare Training at Foster and appointed Lance Sergeant on 8 May 1941. He was posted to the unit on 11 Jul 1941 and was an original member of the unit, embarking aboard “S.S. ZEALANDIA” on 8 Dec 1941 for Timor as the Platoon Sergeant, R.A.M.C. Platoon, Headquarters Group. After the campaign on Timor, he embarked with the unit, for Australia aboard the Royal Dutch destroyer “Tjerk Hiddes” on 11 Dec 1942. After leave and reorganization, he embarked with the unit for New Guinea aboard S.S. “DUNTROON” on 17 Jun 1943 as the Platoon Sergeant, R.A.M.C. Platoon, Headquarters Group and returned to Australia with them aboard “TAROONA” on 3 Sept 1944. After further leave and reorganization, he embarked for New Britain aboard “TAROONA” on 9 Apr 1945 with the unit as the Platoon Sergeant, R.A.M.C. Platoon, Headquarters Group. He left the unit on 8 Jan 1946 and returned to Australia and was discharged on 30 Jan 1946. He was entitled to the 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45, pictured below. He is now also entitled to the Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with a clasp "S.W.Pacific".