Alexander Chiffith Flashcards
(25 cards)
When was Private Alexander Chiffith born?
On the 15th of May 1892
Where was Private Alexander Chiffith born?
In Spartes, Greece
What was Private Alexander Chiffith nationality?
He was Greek
Who was Alexander Chiffiths brother?
George Chiffith
When did Alexander Chiffith immigrate to Australia?
In 1910
How old was Alexander Chiffith when he came to Australia?
He was 18 year old
When he came to Australia what state did he go to?
Melbourne, VIC
What job did Alexander Chiffith do when he came to Austraila?
He was a labourer and then eventually became a clerk.
when did he enlisted in the Australian imperial force?
1915 the 13th of September
How old was he when he enlisted in the Australian imperial forces?
He was 23 years old.
What was his serves number?
4465
Where did he first go?
Alexandria, Egypt
What was his battalion?
The 5th infantry battalion
Where did he go next?
He was sent to Marseilles, France
When did he go to France?
on the 8th June, 1916.
What did he did that got him written up for crime?
“Neglect of duty in failing to keep dugout clean on 10.7.16.”
What was the next infantry battalion he was apart of?
46th infantry battalion
Where was he injured?
“Wounded at the battle of Pozieres”
Where did he see action?
He saw action at Gallipoli, the Western Front in France, the battle of the Somme and the Battle of Pozières.
Where was he shot?
His buttock and left thigh
What Hospital was he sent to?
He was sent to the Royal Victoria hospital.
Where did he die?
The Royal Victoria hospital where he died.
When did he die?
The 15th of august 1916
How many medals of honor was he awarded?
2
