Lawrence Weathers
Australian soldier during WWI
Born
None
None years ago
Died
September 29th, 1918
107 years ago — None years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Australia
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Served in the Australian Imperial Force during World War I. Participated in significant battles on the Western Front. Weathers was part of the operations in the Battle of the Hindenburg Line. Died in combat on September 29, 1918, near Beaurevoir, France. Contributions to military efforts are commemorated in various military records.
Served in the Australian Imperial Force
Participated in the Battle of the Hindenburg Line
Died in combat near Beaurevoir, France
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