Photo of Richard Wells

Richard Wells

Major

6th Battalion

Killed In Action (KIA) Killed In Action

Medals Earned

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

Tree Information

  • Species: Ulmus Sp.
  • Planted By: Miss J. Renkin
  • Plaque: 151

Additional Info

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Biography

Richard William Wells was born in Kensington, Victoria, was married and was employed as a Clerk. He enlisted at the age of 19, as a Captain. He volunteered and was stationed with the 6th Battalion, C Company as a Major. He died of his wounds received in Gallipoli on the 11th of May 1915. Tree number 151.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour