He was born 16 February 1896 and baptised 26 April 1896 at St. George the Martyr, Southwark.in Kensington.

In 1911 he is living at 21A Corston St, Deptford with his parents Charles and Fanny Eliza. He has 2 brothers James and Harold and 2 sisters Mabel and Cecilia. He is employed as an engineer at a lift manufacturer. 3 siblings had already died.

He was commemorated St Michael’s House Mazawattee Tea Company, Knoyle Street, Deptford.

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