Russian AnzacsGustaf Bloom
| Alias | Gustaf Eric (WWII) |
|---|---|
| Born | 30.07.1897 |
| Place | Saltvik, Aland, Finland |
| Ethnic origin | Finnish |
| Religion | Lutheran |
| Residence before enlistment | Newcastle, NSW |
| Occupation | 1916 bricklayer's labourer; 1942 radio mechanic and serviceman |
| Naturalisation | Served as Russian subject |
| Residence after the war | Maffra, Vic. |
| Died | 1963 Traralgon, Victoria |
Service #1
| Service number | 1618 |
|---|---|
| Enlisted | 24.02.1916 |
| Place of enlistment | Newcastle |
| Unit | 35th Battalion |
| Rank | Private |
| Place | Western Front, 1916-1918 |
| Final fate | RTA 3.07.1919 |
| Discharged | 4.10.1919 |
Service #2 – WWII
| Service number | V265483 |
|---|---|
| Enlisted | 13.01.1942 |
| Place of enlistment | Maffra, Vic. |
| Unit | 11 Tech Mn, signalman |
| Discharged | 4.05.1945 |
Materials
Digitised WWI service records (NAA)
Digitised Embarkation roll entry (AWM)
Court martial records (NAA)
WWII service records (NAA)