| Service number | 1391 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 2nd Australian Infantry Battalion |
| Service | Australian Imperial Force |
| Conflict/Operation | First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Conflict Eligibility Date | First World War, 1914-1921 |
| Date of Death | 02 May 1915 |
| Place of Death | Gallipoli, Dardanelles, Turkey |
| Cause of Death | Killed in action |
| Age at Death | 20 |
| Place of Association | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Cemetery or Memorial Details | Lone Pine Memorial, Gallipoli Peninsula, Canakkale Province, Turkey |
| Source | AWM145 Roll of Honour cards, 1914-1918 War, Army |
Roll of Honour Richard John McMahon
Location on the Roll of Honour
Richard John McMahon's name is located at panel 33 in the Commemorative Area at the Australian War Memorial (as indicated by the poppy on the plan).
Roll of Honour circular
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