Born on 27 July 1892 in Chelsea, England - son of Mrs. K. Cooke, York, England - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as musician, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 5.5 inches, chest of 36.5 inches fully expanded, fresh complexion, blue eyes, auburn hair.
Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, in Barriefield, Ontario, on 5 July 1915 (number 410475) - served with the 38th Battalion during its period of garrison duty in Bermuda - landed in France with the 38th Battalion on 13 August 1916 - wounded on 22 February 1917 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 26 February 1917 - wounded on 24 May 1917 - invalided sick to England on 4 November 1917.
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