Richard Barrett
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| Personal Information | |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 24 Oct 1912 |
| Place of Birth | Bury, Lancashire, England |
| Death | 6 Dec 1974 |
| Place of Death | Byford, Western Australia |
| Age at Enlistment | 28 years, 4 months |
| Description | 5'7¾" (1.73m) tall ; ; medium complexion ; light brown eyes ; black hair ; hernia scar |
| Occupation | Brickmaker |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Seventh road, Western Australia |
| Next of Kin | Wife , Mrs Lilian Constance Barrett |
| Military Information | |
| Reg Number | WX4721 |
| Date of Enlistment | 23 Jun 1940 |
| Rank | Staff Sergeant |
| Unit/Formation | 9th Australian Infantry Division Salvage Unit |
| Post War Details | |
| Monument(s) | ANZAC Memorial Park (Byford) |
Pre War
In 1924 was a student at the Byford Primary School. Electoral Roll entries: 1936 at Fifth road, Armadale, labourer; 1937 at Clifton road, Byford, brickmaker.
War Service
Richard enlisted on 23 Jun 1941 and was graned 2 days LWOP before reporting to the Northam camp. He also was given leave from 24 - 29 July 1940. On 5 Sep 1940 he was transferred to the 8th Australian Infnatry Division Salvage Unit.
Middle East 3 Jan 1941 - 18 Feb 1943
New Guinea 29 Oct 1943 - 7 Mar 1944
Morotai 12 Apr 1945 - 24 Sep 1945 came home by Liberator
11 - 30 Sep 1944 CW AMN Course at 1st Base Ammunition Depot.
Discharged 28 Sep 1945.
Post War
Electoral Roll entries: 1949 - 1972 Brown street, Byford, brickmaker.
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