No image available

Jack Harrison

Private

C

Medals Earned

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

Tree Information

  • Species: Ulmus Sp.
  • Planted By: Miss P. Parkinson
  • Plaque: 94

Additional Info

Share Your Story

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

Biography

Private Jack Harrison, an English-born farmer, enlisted in the 8th Infantry battalion 18 August 1914 at the age of 20. He embarked to Gallipoli on 21 October 1914 and later received a temporary promotion to Sergeant Cook (Acting) on 5 April 1915. He later reverted to his previous rank upon his own request.

He received his final discharge from service on 5 October 1919.
Tree No. 94

Location in Ballarat Avenue of Honour