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Frank Brown (2807) was born in Unley, South Australia on March the 1st 1892. He was the son of Thomas and Ruth Brown and the youngest of three children. Before the war, Frank worked at the Islington Railway Workshops, which was the main transport hub for all South Australians for many years. He was dearly appreciated by his fellow workmates in the Islington workshops and when they heard that he was enlisting for the military they held a farewell for him.

Frank Brown enlisted for the war on the 14th of June 1915 while his brother, William enlisted a year after on the 16th of May 1916. Frank was 23 when he was first enlisted, and he was appointed to serve in the 10th Battalion. The 10th Battalion travelled across the seas to many different countries and it was involved in establishing and defending the front line.

Frank, unfortunately, died in hospital from wounds on the 25th of August 1916 at the age of 23.

Frank is buried in the Puchevillers British Cemetery, grave no. 28, France. He received a few medals including the 1914-15 Star, British War and Victory Medal.

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Son of Thomas BROWN and Ruth nee PINNEGAR

"FAREWELLS TO SOLDIERS. PRESENTATION TO AN ISLINGTON SOLDIER.

The employees of the wood machine shop, Islington, assembled during luncheon hour on Wednesday to bid farewell to their fellow shopmate Private Frank Brown, who has enlisted for service in the 10th Battalion Reinforcements. Mr. Bradshaw presided over the gathering, and in a brief speech mentioned the courage and pluck of Private Brown, and felt sure he would worthily uphold the reputation of the famous 10th. Mr. Skewes (foreman) was asked by the men to present on their behalf an alarm wristlet watch, and in doing so said he had known Private Brown from infancy, and felt sure he would do his utmost to uphold the traditions of the Empire. The situation called for many more such men as the guest who were willing to offer themselves as a sacrifice for King and country. Private Brown thanked his fellow shopmates for their present and good wishes, and hoped when the job was over to again join the ranks of the shop. "God Save the King" was heartily rendered by all present." - from the Adelaide Mail 17 Jul 1915 (nla.gov.au)

"THE LATE PRIVATE FRANK BROWN

News has been received that Private Frank Brown has died of wounds in France. He was 23 years of age, and was the third son of Mr. Thomas Brown, formerly of Cambridge-terrace, New Parkside, and now of Berri. He left Adelaide on September 20 last year. Prior to enlisting he worked at the Islington workshops, where he was highly esteemed by his fellow workmen. His eldest brother, Private William Brown, is now on his way to the front." - from the Adelaide Chronicle 14 Oct 1916 (nla.gov.au)