Son of Otto and Amelia Mary Siedle, of Durban, South Africa. Born at Durban, Natal. Played rugby for Natal 1909 to 1914.
LG Sup 16 September 1918 pg 11014 - "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty while in command of his battery during a withdrawal. He remained out all day on a forward slope, directing the fire of his own and another battery with great effect on enemy troops and transport. He also sent back a great deal of most valuable information."; MID LG Sup 4 January 1917 pg. 209: MID LG Sup 14 December 1917 pg. 13070