Born on 6 July 1876 in Leeds, York, England - husband of Sarah Elsworth, Leeds, England - at the time of his enlistment in 1915: trade as miner, married, joined the Governor General's Foot Guards on 23 January 1915, previously served seven years with the Royal Field Artillery Volunteers, Church of England, height of 5 feet 3.5 inches, chest of 34 inches fully expanded, ruddy complexion, blue eyes, black hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 February 1915 (number 410919) - 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 5 May 1919.
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