Orton, William James –

Of 13, Cunliffe Street, Bolton, Lancashire. Caught aged 18 as a deserter from Chipping Sodbury since 09/10/1914 apearing before Bolton Magistrates 22/10/1914 to be sent back to his unit under escort. (Bolton Archives: JBO/1/25).

Personal details

  • Surname: Orton
  • Forename: William James
  • Date of birth: Not known
  • Birth place: Not known
  • Place of residence: Bolton, Lancashire
  • 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: 5th (Territorial) Battalion.
  • Service number: Not known
  • Regiment: Loyal North Lancashire Regiment
  • Enlistment date: Not known
  • Enlistment location: Not known
  • 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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