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Peter Hodgetts

Sapper

4th Divisional Signal Company

Killed In Action (KIA) Killed In Action

Medals Earned

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

Tree Information

  • Species: Populus simonii
  • Planted By: Mr. Irvine
  • Plaque: 501

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Biography

Peter James Hodgetts (SN 653) was born in Ballarat. On October 26th 1914 he enlisted from Ballarat as a Sapper in the 4th Division Signals Company. He was 21 years old, single, and employed as a tram conductor. He was killed on July 7th 1917 near Bailleul when an enemy aeroplane dropped a bomb near him. He is buried in the Bailleul Communal Cemetery, France.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour