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John Bedford

Driver

3rd Divisional Ammunition Column

Killed In Action (KIA) Killed In Action

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Populus canadensis
  • Planted By: J. Sneddon
  • Plaque: 1989

Additional Info

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Biography

John Bedford (SN 22271) born in England, was a married 32 year old sign writer when he enlisted in Melbourne on January 10th 1916. On May 20th he embarked aboard the Medic and sailed to England. In November he joined the 3rd Division Ammunition Column in France as a driver. His service was largely without incident until late 1918 when he was returned to Australia. He returned aboard the Runic, disembarked at Melbourne on November 26th and was discharged for family reasons on December 10th.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour