Tasmanian War Casualties

WW1

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Tolman, Owen Stanley

Born 28^th February 1892 Hobart Tasmania to Edward and Janet Tolman (nee Watt) he was a labourer living at Battery Point when he enlisted and was posted to the 26^th Battalion. He embarked Brisbane 5^th October 1915 on HMAT Warilda”.

He was wounded in action at Pozieres 29^th July 1916 and died from those wounds 10^th August 1916 at the 3^rd. Casualty Clearing Station France.

His brother Mostyn was in the same trench as Owen when the latter was wounded. Mostyn’s life was saved due to a metal mirror in his pocket.

Courtesy of Judith Tolman

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