George James Beaumont (SN 8) MID was born at Ballarat but enlisted in Melbourne on January 15th 1915. He was 29 years of age and his occupation was recorded as wool presser and horse driver. He sailed from Melbourne on May 10th aboard the A38 Ulysses, to serve with the 21st Battalion. In November 1916, while in France, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. On October 13th 1917 he was wounded in action but his wounds were slight and he was able to remain on duty. At around this time his commanding officer was expressing a lack of confidence in him, due to ‘intemperance’, and recommending his return to Australia. Interestingly, it was also during this period that he was Mentioned in Despatches by Field Marshall Sir Douglas Haig, in recognition of outstanding service. He was, however, returned to Australia aboard the Argyllshire and his appointment was terminated on April 13th 1918. He died in June 1946.