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William Finnis

Major

2nd Battalion

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Populus alba
  • Planted By: Miss S. Searle
  • Plaque: 2694

Additional Info

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Biography

William Charles Finnis (SN51976 / Maj.) born in Ballarat, was a married career soldier when he enlisted in New Zealand in April 1917. Serving with the NZ 2nd Battalion he suffered a shrapnel wound to his buttock in December 1917. At war’s end he returned to New Zealand aboard the Ruapehu and was discharged on March 21st 1919.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour