Private Bert Cutting

Born on 11 July 1895 in Dobbington, Ontario - son of Mrs. R. Cutting, Shallow Lake, Ontario - at time of his enlistment in 1915: present address in Shallow Lake, Ontario, trade as section worker, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 6 inches, chest of 33.5 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, gray eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 147th Battalion, CEF, in Owen Sound, Ontario, on 27 November 1915 (number 838227) - taken on the strength of the 58th Battalion, CEF, on 9 November 1917 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 or 13 August 1918 - rejoined the 58th Battalion on 9 September 1918.