Born on 27 May 1894 in Winchester, Ontario - son of Mrs. Idella Jackson, Lyn, Ontario - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as farmer, single, no current or previous military service, Wesleyan, height of 5 feet 9.5 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, medium complexion, brown eyes, dark brown hair.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Brockville, Ontario, on 13 May 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 11 June 1915 (number 410063) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded and captured as a prisoner of war on 11 August 1918 - repatriated on 3 December 1918.
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