Donat Walter Barker (Lt.) born in Melbourne, was a 24 year old married accountant when he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in Melbourne on March 31st 1916, having had previous military experience. The following day, April 1st, he embarked aboard the Suffolk to serve with the 6th Infantry Battalion. While serving in France in August 1916 he suffered a severe gunshot wound to his hand and was evacuated to hospital in England. In January 1918 he was promoted to Lieutenant and returned to France. His final year of service was punctuated by several periods of illness including measles and influenza. When the fighting ceased, he returned to Australia aboard the Berrima and his position was terminated on January 9th 1920. He also enlisted to serve during WW2 with service number V357800.