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Poynton, Joseph William

    Date of birth:
    April 4th, 1921 (Ballarat/Victoria, Australia)
    Service number:
    WX500550 (WX12552)
    Nationality:
    Australian

    Biography

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    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Private
    Awarded on:
    February 4th, 1943
    Example, coolness and daring at Dilli, 19/20th February 1942.

    Presented by the Lieutenant-Governor of Western Australia on 21st February 1946 in the Government House, Perth.
    Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM)
    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Private
    Unit:
    Australian Military Forces
    Awarded on:
    May 13th, 1943
    Bronzen Kruis (BK)

    Royal Decree No. 3

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