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MARTENS, George Vincent
| Service Number: | 5376 |
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| Enlisted: | Not yet discovered |
| Last Rank: | Private |
| Last Unit: | 27th Infantry Battalion |
| Born: | Norwood, South Australia, 20 August 1896 |
| Home Town: | Norwood (SA), South Australia |
| Schooling: | Norwood Public School; Norwood High School; St Peter's College, Adelaide, South Australia |
| Occupation: | Mason |
| Died: | 14 May 1966, aged 69 years, cause of death not yet discovered, place of death not yet discovered |
| Cemetery: |
Centennial Park Cemetery, South Australia |
| Memorials: | Adelaide Royal Oak Lodge Honor Roll, Hackney St Peter's College Honour Board, Norwood Primary School Honour Board |
World War 1 Service
| 12 Aug 1916: | Involvement Private, 5376, 27th Infantry Battalion, --- :embarkation_roll: roll_number: '15' embarkation_place: Adelaide embarkation_ship: HMAT Ballarat embarkation_ship_number: A70 public_note: '' | |
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| 12 Aug 1916: | Embarked Private, 5376, 27th Infantry Battalion, HMAT Ballarat, Adelaide |
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Add my storyBiography contributed by Adelaide Botanic High School
George Vincent Martens was born on August 20th, 1896, in Norwood, South Australia. Before enlisting in the military, he worked as a bricklayer. Martens hailed from Norwood, where he grew up and called it his hometown.
Enlisting on May 15th, 1916, George Vincent Martens joined the 27th Battalion, 14th Reinforcement as a Private. He embarked on his military journey on August 12th, 1916.
At the time of his enlistment, George Vincent Martens was single and 19 years old. His mother, Mrs. Ada Edith Martens, residing at 45 Osmond Terrace, Norwood, South Australia, served as his next of kin.
He was discharged as medically unfit, and his time in active duty came to an end on December 20th, 1917.
Following the conflict, George Vincent Martens returned to civilian life. He lived in South Australia and passed away on May 14th, 1966.
George Vincent Martens' legacy lives on through his bravery and sacrifice. His commitment to duty, his medals, and his religious faith are a testament to his unwavering character. Furthermore, his contribution to the 27th Battalion, 14th Reinforcement, and the country will always be remembered.
- Caitlin Laube 2023
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