History while in the forces
Went to Roffey Camp, Horsham, Sussex then sent to Whitley Bay. Crossed to France after short training, is very well and likes his workJan 1917: sent form of application for a Commission for signature. It being understood the application was more or less the O/C's desire. Promoted to Corporal
13 Apr 1917: killed in action. Was looking after some food for men and shell exploded at cookhouse. Death was instantaneous. O/C speaks very highly of him as a man and soldier. He was an excellent and reliable clerk.
- Surname
- Harper
- Forename
- John William
- Service number
- 80487
- Rating or rank
- Gunner Bombardier
- Regiment or Other Unit
- No 4 Depot Royal Garrison Artillery Siege Battery C Sub Section
- Branch
- Wetherby, Tadcaster
- Date of Birth
- 17 Aug 1892
- Date of birth
- 1892
- Date of Entering Bank's Service
- 20 Jan 1909
- Date of Joining HM Forces
- 13 May 1916
- Date of Death
- 1917
