Historical information

James Pianto, born Bendigo, enlisted in Kalgoorlie 16.8.1915 in the 6th reinforcements 28th Batt AIF aged 34 years. Embarked 2.11.1915 for Eygpt. Hospital 25.2.1916 with Mumps, transfers to 51st Batt 3.3.1916, embark for France 5.6.1916, WIA 5.4.1917 GSW left Leg, hospital 9.10.1917 (unclear). As a Stretcher Bearer over the period 24/25th April 1918 he was awarded the "MM" near Villers Bretonneux. Hospital 16.6.1918 with Influenza again on 28.9.1918 with Haemorrhoids. Discharged from the AIF 18.3.1919.

Physical description

Set of Service Ribbons and Medal set re J Pianto. Mounted on purple felt backing.
Medal set.
1. Military Medal, original & stamped.
2. 1914-15 Star, replica.
3. War medal 1914-19, replica.
4. Victory medal, replica.
The ribbons reflect the Medal set.

Inscriptions & markings

Military Medal stamped “2762 Pte J Pianto 51/Aust Inf"