Historical information

.1) This is believed to be William James Pinch No 354 (born Bendigo, enlisted Bendigo) on 14.2.1916 in A Coy 38th Bn age 32 years, embark for England 20.6.1916, embark with Bn to France No 1916, KIA 1.7.1917.
.2) Robert Hartley Roach No 5475 (born Moonta SA, enlisted Melbourne, Was living in White Hills Bendigo at enlistment) on 28.1.1916 in 17th Reinforcements 6th Bn age 24 years, embark for England 4.4.1916, embark for France 5.9.1916, hospital with Influenza 4.12.1916, rejoin Unit 31.3.1917, WIA 16.9.1917 GSW Buttocks, DOW’s same day. (The wound had penetrated the Abdomen)

Staley collection, refer Cat No 10758.2P

Physical description

.1) Photo postcard B & W showing a Soldier with Peak hat on and Great coat, text on rear in Pen.
.2) Photo postcard B & W portrait of a Soldier with no hat on, text on rear in pen.

Inscriptions & markings

.1) On the rear, “To Miss Thomas. With best wishes from Mr and Mrs Pinch” (Janey)
.2) On the rear, “ 5475 Pte Robert Hartley Roach 6th Battalion 17th Reinforcements”.