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William James

Private

8th Battalion

Medals Earned

  • British War Medal
  • Victory Medal

Tree Information

  • Species: Populus Alba
  • Planted By: Miss M. Larkins
  • Plaque: 834

Additional Info

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Biography

William Percival James enlisted in Ballarat, Victoria at the age of 21 on the 7th of July 1915. He had been born in Ballarat, Victoria, was Married, and was employed as a Carpenter. He volunteered and was stationed with the 8th Battalion, 16th Reinforcement with the Regimental number 5120 . He was discharged and Returned to Australia on the 12th of May 1919. Tree No. 834.

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour