Aerial view of Mena camp, Egypt (c. 1914)

Date1914DescriptionOn 5 April 1915 Frank embarked from Alexandria for the Gallipoli Campaign. He was part of the second wave of landings on 25 April 1915 at what is now known as Anzac Cove. Frank was promoted to Corporal on 1 May 1915. Five days later, on 6 May 1915, the 2nd Brigade (including the 7th Battalion) were transferred 20 kilometres south to Cape Helles. They were to assist the British forces during the Second Battle for Krythia (or Krithia) on 68 May 1915. The 7th Battalion suffered heavy casualties as a result of this battle. Frank was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) on 1 January 1918 for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty, taking part in several engagements, and at all times setting a fine example of courage and determination. Photograph taken by Frank Walker (18831953). Text and photograph courtesy of: Trevor Kelly (Australia).

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Map Address24/El-Reyad, Gazirat Mit Oqbah, Agouza, EgyptLatitude/Longitude^[1]

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Aerial view of Mena camp, Egypt (c. 1914)

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