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Charles Franks

Driver

4th Field Artillery Brigade

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • 1914-15 Star
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Tilia Cordata
  • Planted By: Mrs J. Franks
  • Plaque: 1121

Additional Info

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Biography

Charles Franks was born in Launceston, Tasmania was single and was employed as a Horse Trainer. He enlisted in Melbourne, Victoria at the age of 26. He volunteered and was stationed with the 4th Field Artillery Brigade, 10th Battery with the Regimental number 6338. He was discharged and Returned to Australia on the 9th of June 1916. Tree number 1121.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour