Historical information
James Gordon Doherty enlisted in the 1st reinforcements to the 38th Batt AIF on 11.4.16. He was hospitalised at sea with Chill 5.8.16. Appointed Acting Sergeant 5.1.17. Hospital again with Trench Feet 13.10.17. WIA on 29.4.18 GSW's to face, arms and back, DOW's the same day.
Physical description
Medal set, court mounted, set of 2 re J.G Doherty.
1. War Medal 1914-1919, silver colour, replica, not engraved.
2. Victory Medal, gold colour.
Inscriptions & markings
"1732 A. SGT JG Doherty 38 Bn AIF"