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Roy Ewart

Sapper

3rd Divisional Signal Company

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Ulmus sp.
  • Planted By: J. Shaw
  • Plaque: 1940

Additional Info

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Biography

Roy Ewart (SN 6915) was born in Upper Yarra, Victoria, but was a single, 19 year old coach painter when he enlisted in Ballarat on December 9th 1915. He joined the 3rd Division Signal Company in February 1916 before proceeding overseas, first to England then arriving in France April 1917 where he served until he returned to Australia onboard the Kagola in June 1919. He was discharged on July 27th 1919.

His brothers Eric and Harold also served in the AIF and are honoured with trees in the Avenue.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour

300 m
1000 ft
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