Photo of Thomas Storey

Thomas Storey

Private

13th Field Ambulance

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Fraxinus pennsylvanica
  • Planted By: Miss D. Storey
  • Plaque: 2636

Additional Info

Share Your Story

Do you know more? You can share your personal stories and photos on the ANZAC Centenary website.

Biography

Thomas Edwin Storey (SN 13358) born at Wycheproof, was a 19 year old farmer when he enlisted on July 29th 1915. He had previously served with the 65th Infantry. On March 7th 1916 he sailed on the Karoola reaching France in June to serve with the 2nd Field Ambulance. In July he suffered shell shock and was evacuated to hospital. He returned to the battle front in September and was transferred to the 13th Field Ambulance. In May 1917 he was again hospitalised suffering from adenitis. After the war he returned to Australia as a member of the nursing staff aboard the Aeneas, disembarked on July 12th 1919 and was discharged on September 21st. He served again during the World War 2 with serial number V81699.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour