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Lt William Bert VENNER, DCM, MID

Bent was an original 15th Bn man who was a signaler before he was commissioned from the ranks.

Born in Hailsham, Sussex England on 1886-08-14

Prior service: Two years in Cape Mounted Police

Awarded Distinguished Conduct Medal 29 Jan 16

Commissioned 15 June 16

Transferred to 1st London General Hospital 18 Sep 16 for treatment of shell shock. He was buried three times in one day at Courcellette.

Transferred to Cdn Engineers 29 Mar 18

Died 15 Apr 1952

Era(s)
  • 1914 - 1919 (WW 1)
Unit(s)
15th Bn (WW 1)
Date of attestation
22 Sep 14
Service number
27020
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