EDLUNDH Charles Edward

Charles was 20 and single at embarkation. He was 5ft 9ins tall and weighed 156 pounds. He had a fair complexion and hazel eyes.

He listed his occupation as mechanic and driver. He was of the Church of England faith.

Charles`s Father was the Lighthouse Keeper at Caloundra. Left Nambour to join AIF. Cousin Mr Heinemann of Mt Cotton. (NC 11.9.14 admin).

Charles returned from service blind in his right eye, and had defective vision in his left eye. He was discharged 2/2/1916.

It would appear that Charles`s nephew Neville Edlundh lived with him in 1941 at Brisbane Street, Annerley, Qld. Neville was killed in action in 1942.

Shire of Landsborough Roll of Honour, Caloundra RSL, West Terrace, Caloundra

Caloundra (State School) Honour Roll, Landsborough Museum, Maleny Street, Landsborough

Image: First Motor Car in Maleny, Nov 23 1913, Cadillac V8. Charlie Edlundth of Caloundra driver. "Maleny 1878-1978 One Hundred Years: By Obi Obi Waters", Maleny & Dist Centenary Committee, Nov 1978, p43 (SC Libraries)
National Archives of Australia - item barcode 3535145