| Place | Europe: Western Front |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL29761.002 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Medal |
| Physical description | Silver |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | c 1920 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
British War Medal 1914-20 : Lieutenant E T Hearne, 2 Division Artillery, AIF
Description
British War Medal 1914-20. Impressed around edge with recipient's details.
History / Summary
Associated with 6862 Lieutenant Ernest Tasman Hearne who enlisted on 30 June 1915 and served as a Gunner with 4 Field Artillery Brigade. He was promoted to lieutenant and served with 2 Division Artillery. He was gassed in late 1917 and returned to Australia on 2 March 1919. During World War Two he served as a major with an Anti Tank Battery of the Royal Australian Artillery. His service number was N1199827.