Pte. William Robertson trained with the 186th Battalion until March 1917, when he embarked for England, being stationed at Bramshott. He proceeded to France September 1st, 1917, transferring to the 18th Battalion.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Sources | Chatham Daily News (24-05-1919), Chatham Daily Planet (25-05-1919), Chatham Daily Planet (31-05-1919), Centennial Chatham 1895-1995 - John Rhodes |
Height | 5'10" |
Eye Colour | Dark Blue |
Age | 43 |
Complexion | Fair |
Hair | Dark Brown |
Race | White |
Birthplace | Aberdeenshire, Scotland |
Religion | Protestant |
Last Place of Employment | Grand Trunk Railway |
Average Earnings | $ 2.00 per day |
Marital Status | Married |
Marriage Info | December 31st,1900, Scotland. |
When Enlisted | March 2nd, 1916. |
Where Enlisted | Chatham, Ontario |
Allowance from Patriotic Fund | $ 22.00 per month |
Next of Kin | Wife- Mrs. Mary Robertson, Chatham. Children- William Robertson, Walter Robertson, Bella Robertson. |
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