Born on 8 November 1877 in Handslope, Bucks., England - husband of Mrs. E. Cook, Vancouver, British Columbia - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as shoemaker, married, currently a member of the 72nd Seaforth Highlanders of Canada, previously served four years with the 23rd Alberta Rangers, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, light brown hair.
Joined the 72nd Battalion, CEF, in Vancouver, British Columbia, on 1 October 1915 (number 129989) - landed in France with the 72nd Battalion on 12 August 1916 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 1 or 2 May 1917 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 21 June 1919.
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