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George Arthur Bevan (NOT BIRAN) enlisted in the Army at Liverpool 1st February, 1915. His description at enlistment was age 29, 5’ 6½ “ tall, weight 155lbs, complexion fair, eyes blue, hair fair. His occupation was as a labourer, and his religion Church of England.
He was Private #2054, 2nd Battalion, 1st AIF, 5th reinforcements. He departed Sydney on the 13th April, 1915 aboard the HMAT (His Majesty's Australian Transports) Kyarra, and was landed at Gallipoli, on 22nd June, 1915.

George’s parents received a telegram stating he had been shot in the leg, but there is no mention of being shot in his war record.

On the casualty report was hit by “2-3 shells” in July 1915, and was half buried. The only injury mentioned was caused by “Exporure to Shell Fire”.
Medical report of 28th August, 1915.
Date of disability; July 1915
Place of origin of disability; Gallipoli
Give Details; Was quite well when he went to Gallipoli. He was partially buried by shell explosions, 2-3 times. He has been getting weak and out of breath in the last 6 or 7 weeks
Give your opinion as to the occasion of the disability; Active Service
What is his present condition; heart rate 152
Do you recommend change; Yes, to Australia

The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate Saturday 25 September 1915
SYMPATHY FOR THE SOLDIERS.
Alderman Neil informed Dundas Council on Wednesday, that Private George Bevan, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Bevan, of Carlingford, had been shot in the leg at Gallipoli, and was in hospital. He moved that a letter of sympathy be forwarded to the parents and family. Carried. Alderman Catt moved a similar motion in relation to Private Arthur Mobbs, wounded, and son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Mobbs, Cox's Lane, Carlingford, mention of which was made in last Saturday's 'Argus.'

George was invalided back to Australia, on the Beltana, from the Suez, on 17th September, 1915, and arrived at Melbourne, 13th October, 1915.

The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate Saturday 13 November 1915
GEORGE BEVAN, who was welcomed home on Friday, and delivered a telling speech to the slackers. The Hero Nearly Hung Up His Hat. The people of Carlingford showed on Friday that they can be just as enthusiastic in welcoming a soldier home as they are in sending others off. A bumper house was present to bid welcome to Private George Bevan. Alderman John Neil was in the chair, and welcomed George on behalf of the people of the district. Those present rose, cheered and sang "Home, Sweet Home'' as if they thought their soldier friend might have some doubt about it. A splendid musical programme was rendered by Miss H. Kay, Miss Mattingly, Messrs. Carey, Marshall, Gorman, and Rev. Thos. Terry. All the items were splendidly received, as were the elocutionary items of the Rev. Doust. The chairman presented Private Bevan with a silver albert and suitably inscribed medal on behalf of the residents of Carlingford. Private Bevan in responding thanked the people for their gift, and said he had had a fine experience out there — 11 weeks in the trenches, and living not as comfortable as at home. Said he: "Still, I hope very soon to be well enough to go back. It's a good trip, and I would be glad if some of you boys could go and take my place for a while." There was no response. "Well," said George, "Get ready and come over with me, and I'll show you round. The only thing you have to be frightened of is the fleas! The nurses," said George, "are wonderfully kind; can't do enough for you. I was feeling like hanging my hat up to several of them, just to show how grateful I was for their kindness. It's worth being wounded just to have a time in hospital. There's lots of room and need for more men over there, and I hope you'll all come along." At Monday night's meeting arrangements were made for the Epping Band, outdoor dancing, and a splendid, concert programme. The public is requested to note what is happening to the Servians, and to remember that they are some of the unfortunates we are striving to help.

17th November, 1915. Medical examination at Australian General Hospital Randwick.
I have examined Private Bevan, G.A., and find him suffering from Shell concussion, still has headaches, some tremors of hands, and sleeps badly, and recommend further treatment.

19th November, 1915, at a military medical examination, it states his capacity to earn a livelihood, is a ¼ impaired at present.
The opinion of the medical board stated “The Board concurs in TOTO with the report of the M.O. It finds Private Bevan is suffering from neurasthenia and recommend two months con. treatment at Broughton Hall.”

25th January, 1916. Detailed medical history of an invalid
Regimental No 2054. Rank Private. Name Bevan G.A. Regt. 2nd Battalion.
To what extent is his capacity for ??? a full livelihood in the general labour market lessened at present? ½
Do the board recommend discharge as medically unfit? Yes
General recommendation. Pension & discharge.
He is still nervous and weak, though much improved. No further treatment necessary beyond open air conditioning, and light work.

15th February, 1916. Department of Defence
Proceeding of Medical Board herewith dealt as follows; No. 2054 Private Bevan G.A. 2nd battalion AIF. Confirmed.
Private Bevan has been instructed to apply for a pension, and has also been referred to the state medical War Committee.
Captain Bell, for Colonel, Commandant 2nd Military District.

George lived at his parents place, at 10 Cumberland Street Carlingford before and after the war, and he died at Parramatta District Hospital, on 20th December, 1942, and is buried at Carlingford Cemetery.