Born on 19 April 1871 in England - next of kin listed as Mrs. Mary Gregan, Yorkshire, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as male nurse, single, currently a member of the 43rd Regiment, Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles (since 18 January 1915), previously served thirteen years in the King's Royal Rifles and in the South African War, Roman Catholic, height of 5 feet 5.75 inches, chest of 39 inches fully expanded, swarthy complexion, hazel eyes, black hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1915 (number 410034) - taken on the strength of the 2nd Battalion, CEF, on 25 August 1915.
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