| Accession Number | H06675 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Studio portrait of 1536 Private (Pte) William Gaulton Richardson, 20th Battalion from Drysdale, ...
Description
Studio portrait of 1536 Private (Pte) William Gaulton Richardson, 20th Battalion from Drysdale, NSW. A 21 year old engine driver prior to enlisting on 12 April 1915, he embarked for overseas with the 1st Reinforcements from Sydney on 6 June 1915 aboard HMAT Berrima. He served at Gallipoli, France and Belgium and was killed in action on 5 February 1917 near Fricourt, France. Pte Richardson is buried in the Peake Wood Cemetery, Fricourt.