Friday 28 December 2007

Private David Cowley

Born on 26 October 1886 in Surrey, England - son of Mrs. George Seeley, Ottawa, Ontario - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as salesman, single, no current or previous military service, Presbyterian, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, dark complexion, blue eyes, brown hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Ottawa, Ontario, on 26 April 1915 (number 410254) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 6 July 1916 - later served with the Canadian Ordnance Corps - later promoted to acting-corporal.

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