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John William Fitzsimmons

Driver

13th Light Horse

Medals Earned

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

Tree Information

  • Species: Ulmus Sp.
  • Planted By: D. Davies
  • Plaque: 1820

Additional Info

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Biography

John William Fitzsimmons was born in Yendon, Victoria was single and was employed as a Farmer. He enlisted in Melbourne, Victoria at the age of 24. He volunteered and was stationed with the 13th Light Horse Regiment, 4th Reinforcement later transferring to the 8th Battalion with the Regimental number 1006. He was discharged and Returned to Australia on the 12th of April 1919. Tree number 1820.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour