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Here are 4 of the 32 residents of Droop St Footscray who served in the First World War. -
List the names of Australian soldiers that lived in Droop St Footscray from 1914 to 1919
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Several Australian soldiers resided in Droop Street Footscray during the period from 1914 to 1919, a time when many young men enlisted for World War I. Here are some notable individuals associated with that address:
1. Frank Creese McCoubrie
Address: 5 Droop Street, Footscray
Background: Born in 1895, McCoubrie enlisted in the army reserve at the age of 16 in 1911. By 1914, he had gained weight and his eyesight had deteriorated, as noted in his reserve records.
2. Lieutenant Bertram Atkinson
Address: 75 Droop Street, Footscray
Background: Atkinson was a Lieutenant in the 23rd Battalion, AIF. He was killed in action at Lone Pine Gallipoli on 21 September 1915. refer - anzacs.org
3. Florence Constance Forsyth
Address: 90 Droop Street, Footscray
Background: Forsyth served as a staff nurse during World War I. She was stationed at 'Yaralla' on Droop Street, Footscray, and was involved in transporting wounded soldiers. Australian Nurses in World War 1
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If you're interested in more detailed information about these individuals or others from the area, local archives such as the Footscray Historical Society or the National Archives of Australia may have additional records.
