Joyce Sinclair
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| Personal Information | |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 30 Oct 1919 |
| Place of Birth | North Fremantle, Western Australia |
| Age at Enlistment | 22 years, 6 months |
| Occupation | unemployed |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | "Benmore" Albany road, Armadale, Western Australia |
| Next of Kin | Father , Mr. Clarence Williams |
| Military Information | |
| Reg Number | W45495 |
| Date of Enlistment | 10 May 1942 |
| Rank | Private |
| Post War Details | |
| Fate | Remained in Australia |
| Medals |
War Medal 1939-45 Australian Service Medal 1939-45 |
Pre War
War Service
On 10 May 1942 Joyce enlisted in the Australian Women's Army Service at the AWAS Barracks in Claremont where she was classified as a Canteen Attendant Trade Group IV, and on 30 May 1942 she was detached to Canteen Services, with the transfer formalised on 30 May 1942. Joyce was posted to a number of Clubs run by the Australian Defence Canteen Service: 10 ADCS Club in Melbourne; 15 ACDS Club at 39 Mile in the Northern Territory; 18 ADCS Club at Atherton in Queensland; and 28th AACS Officers Club at Ravenshoe in Queensland. On 26 Jul 1944 she was posted back to 31st AWAS Barrack for discharge which occurred on 22 Jul 1944. On 1 Apr 1944 her NOK was changed to her husband Sergeant Sinclair.
Post War
Discharge Certificate was mailed to 39 Marloo street, Wembley.
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