Born on 20 April 1898 in Hamilton, Ontario - next of kin, Charles Aikin, father - attestation form gives trade as wiper, single, never been a member of the military, height of 5 feet 7 inches, chest of 32 inches, fair complexion, grey eyes, red hair, Roman Catholic.
Joined the 96th Canadian Infantry Battalion on 20 January 1916 (number 207185) - taken on the strength of the 38th Battalion in France on 5 or 6 March 1917 - wounded on 29 October 1917 - later served with Reserve Units - promoted to Acting Sergeant.
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