Caleb Shang, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Caleb Shang

Australian soldier in World War I

Date of Birth: 04-Aug-1884

Place of Birth: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date of Death: 06-Apr-1953

Profession: military personnel

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Caleb James Shang, (4 August 1884 – 6 April 1953; born Duckbour Caleb James Shang) was the most highly decorated Chinese Australian soldier who served in the First World War.
He was decorated with the Distinguished Conduct Medal twice and received the Military Medal.
He served with distinction on the Western Front, primarily as a scout and sniper, until his wounds rendered him unfit for further duties.
After returning to Australia, Shang married in Victoria and moved to Queensland, where he and his wife raised their three children.
During the Second World War, he served on home defence duties in northern Queensland.