Leslie C. Martland
Leslie Charles Martland served with the A.I.F. during World War One.
History
Martland was born in Ballarat. His parents lived at 219 Ascot Street, Ballarat. His brother, Ernest J. Martland also served with the A.I.F.
At the time of his enlistment in February 1916, he gave his occupation as farm labourer.[1] He joined the 39th Battalion and left for France in May 1916.[1] On 27 December 1916 he received gun shot wounds to the head, arm, chest and thigh. He was sent to England for treatment.[1]
In April 1917, he returned to France and joined the 14th Battalion. In May he returned to the 39th Battalion. On 8 June 1917 he was again wounded, this time with gun shot wounds to the left leg and back.[1] After hospital treatment in France he rejoined the battalion on 3 August 1917. In November 1917, he was transferred to England to do administrative work at the Base Post Office with the Australian Army Postal Corps.[1] During January to March 1918, he was hospitalized several times with pneumonia.[1]
In April 1918, he was returned to Australia to be discharged with General Debility.[1]
In 1922 he was living at 26 Anderson Street, Ballarat.[1]
Legacy
World War One service recognised on the Ballarat Avenue of Honour.
See also
Notes
References
Further Reading
External links
--Beth Kicinski 12:57, 23 August 2013 (EST)