Historical information
Joseph Earnest WHITFORD VX25490, enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 12.6.40 in Caulfield, aged 21. Embarked 8.4.41 for the Middle East. WIA 17.7.42, discharged 4.9.43 in 2/32 Bn with the rank of Pte.
Refer to Cat. No. 4075.8
Physical description
.1) Photo, black & white, portrait of a soldier in a slouch hat.
.2) Photo, black & white, soldier on crutches outside a house.
.3) Photo, black & white, portrait & side profile, both with army No underneath.
Inscriptions & markings
On rear in pen: "Pte J.E.D WHITFORD VX25490 18-19 yrs."