Wilfred Henry Babb
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Personal Information | |
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Date of Birth | 17 Nov 1925 |
Place of Birth | Kelmscott, Western Australia |
Death | 24 Sep 2015, aged 89 |
Place of Death | Warnbro, Western Australia |
Age at Enlistment | 16 years, 4 months |
Occupation | Fitter |
Religion | Church of England |
Address | Kelmscott, Western Australia |
Next of Kin | Father , Mr. Henry Alfred Babb |
Military Information | |
Reg Number | W68027 |
Date of Enlistment | 29 Mar 1942 |
Rank | Private |
Unit/Formation | 2nd (Fremantle) VDC Battalion |
Post War Details | |
Fate | Remained in Australia |
Plaque Information | |
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Date of Birth | 17 November 1925 |
Age at Death | 89 years |
Transcription | In Loving Memory of Wilfred Henry Babb Born 17/11/1925 Died 24/09/2015 Aged 89 Years |
Pre War
War Service
Enlisted at Maddington, away from the knowing eyes of the Armadale community as he had given an incorrect birthdate (25 Mar 1924 - v - 17 Nov 1925). However, he was posted to the 2nd (Fremantle) VDC Battalion so it would have been picked up. Discharged on 14 Apr 1944 in South Perth at own request following service on part time basis for 2 years and 24 days.
Post War
During 1949 Wilfred married Hazel Cumber. Daughter Jennifer Constance. Electoral Roll entries: 1954 - 1958 Railway terrace, Kelmscott, fitter; 1963 - 1980 at 24 Streich avenue, Kelmscott, fitter
Notes
Military records give his date of birth as 25 Mar 1924 With correct dob, he was underage when he enlisted.