Richard was born 13 December 1899 and baptised 3 January 1900 at St.Nicholas, Deptford.

In 1911 he was living at 21 Ffinch Street, Deptford with his parents Thomas and Mary Ann. He had 2 brothers George and William and 2 sisters (twins) Lizzie and Mary Ann.

In 1901 he is living at 21 Ffinch Street, Deptford with his parents and family. He also has an older sister Margaret. His aunt Kate and grandmother Kate are also living there.

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