Born on 12 March 1888 in Rosemains, Scotland - brother of William Dickson, Dornock Mains, Scotland - also friend of Mrs. M. Ross, Toronto, Ontario - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as fireman, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 10.5 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, brown hair.
Joined the 59th Battalion, CEF, in Lindsay, Ontario, on 4 February 1915 - transferred to the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 24 May 1915 (number 410725) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 16 June 1919.
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