Canadian Attestation Papers show that William served under the alias of William Smith and his date of birth is given as 17 Jan 1885.

The War Diary records William’s death: “Enemy shelled more actively after raid causing a few casualties. Remainder of the night quiet. Casualties – Killed 463827 Pte. Smith W, 464275 Pte Peeters E, 102826 Pte Anderson J.”

Robin Marriott