Saturday 13 September 2008

Private William Henry Dooley

Born on 28 January 1894 in London, England - no next of kin listed - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as waiter, single, no current or previous military service, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 35 inches fully expanded, healthy complexion, hazel eyes, auburn hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 22 February 1915 (number 410263) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - later taken on the strength of the 78th Battalion, CEF - wounded on 30 June 1917 - died of his wounds on 15 September 1917 - buried in Cliveden War Cemetery (grave 39), United Kingdom.

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