Born at Slyth, Scotland, Presbyterian. Enlisted 30 October 1914 age 25, labourer. Nok mother, Mrs M. Grey, Glyde St, Fremantle. Embarked at Fremantle 22 February 1915 per A50 Itonus. Served at Gallipoli and France. Wounded in action in France on 7 May 1917 and 10 August 1918. RTA 25 January 1919 per Delta. Service medals: 1914-1915 Star, BWM, VM.