January 7, 2025

Volney George McInnes: Farmer McInnes killed at Gallipoli

Volney George McInnes was born at Bawley Point in Nov 1891, son of Donald and Frances McInnes (nee Wilmott).

McInnes enlisted into service in Aug 1914, at the age of 22 years at Lismore, with an trade of farmer. He served with the 9th Battalion.

Private Volney was killed in action on 24 Jun 1915 at Gaba Tape Gallipoli. He was buried at the Gallipoli 30 Beach Cemetery Anzac on 28 Jun 1915.

His name is listed on the Milton Congregational Church WW1, Milton School and the Yatte Yattah Community honour boards

His brothers Robert, Hector and William also served in WW1.

Greater love, hath no man than this,
He fell! a hero in the deadly strife,
For King and country he laid down his life;
Fame was achieved, and he had done his share.
To win those laurels, rich and rare,
Which now adorn Australia’s loyal race,
Not even time; its glory can efface.
Inserted by his fond parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mclnnes, and brothers and sisters, Memorial Richmond River Express, 30 Jun 1916