Saturday 22 December 2007

Private Thomas Court

Born in 1893 in London, England - next of kin listed as Lizzie Court, Oldham, England - at time of enlistment in 1915: trade as lumberman, single, no current or previous military service, Church of England, height of 5 feet 4 inches, chest of 36 inches fully expanded, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark hair.

Joined the 38th Battalion, CEF, on 12 January 1915 (number 410065) - 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 25 or 26 March 1918 - rejoined the 38th Battalion on 1 April 1918 - struck off the strength of the 38th Battalion on 23 April 1919.

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