Peasgood, Joseph Ernest (J. E.) Photo
Rank Bandsman
Service # 880685
Unit # 186th Battalion, 4th Reserve Battalion, 156th Battalion
24th Reg. Yes
Resident Chatham
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Bandsman Joseph Ernest Peasgood was a member of the 24th Kent Regiment Band for 12 years.

Bandsman Joseph Ernest Peasgood left for overseas with the 186th Battalion March 26th, 1917, training with the 4th Reserve Battalion, Bramshott Camp, until transferred to the 156th Battalion, Witley. He was later returned to the 4th Reserve for duty with the band until leaving for Canada December 8th, 1918, arriving at Halifax December 14th, 1918.

Bandsman Joseph Ernest Peasgood received his discharge January 13th, 1919, due to demobilization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources IODE, Chatham Daily Planet (16-12-1918), HTAC-RH
Height 5'7 1/2"
Eye Colour Brown
Age 40
Complexion Fair
Hair Fair
Race White
Birthplace Bradford, Yorkshire, England.
Religion Anglican
Last Place of Employment Chatham Gas Company
Marital Status Married
Marriage Info July 22nd, 1896, Bradford, Yorks, England
When Enlisted April 17th, 1916
Where Enlisted Chatham, Ontario
Allowance from Patriotic Fund $ 17.50 per month
Next of Kin Wife- Mrs. Selina Peasgood, Chatham. Chilfren- Florence Emily Peasgood, Frank Perberton Peasgood.

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