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William J. McKenna

Private

8th Light Horse Regiment

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • 1914-15 Star
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Ulmus Sp.
  • Planted By: Miss L. Matheson
  • Plaque: 3213

Additional Info

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Biography

William McKenna enlisted in Ballarat, Victoria, at the age of 25 on the 19th of December 1914. He had been born in Melbourne, Victoria, was single, and was employed as a Labourer. He volunteered and was stationed with the 8th Light Horse Regiment, 5th Reinforcement with the Regimental number 907. He was discharged and Returned to Australia on the 8th September 1919. Tree No. 3213.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour