Collier, William –

Of 54, Back Haydock Street, Bolton, Lancashire. Caught as an absentee from Colsterdale Camp, York since 23/09/1916 appearing before Bolton Magistrates 27/11/1916 to be sent back to his unit under escort. (Bolton Archives: JBO/1/27).

Personal details

  • Surname: Collier
  • Forename: William
  • Date of birth: Not known
  • Birth place: Not known
  • Place of residence: Not known
  • Gender: Male
  • Age of death: Not known
  • Place of death: Not known
  • Date of death: Not known
  • Casualty type: Not known

Service details

  • Rank: Private
  • Unit: 16th (Transport Workers) Battalion.
  • Service number: 26896
  • Regiment: York and Lancaster Regiment
  • Enlistment date: July 3rd, 1915 - 1915-07-03
  • Enlistment location: Bolton, Lancashire
  • Conflict: WW1

Decorations

  • Service medals: Not known
  • Silver War badge: Not known
  • Awards: Not known

Memorials

  • CWGC Memorial: Not known
  • CWGC reference: Not known

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