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Pte 25626 Frederick McCartan

Started by Tim Bell, January 14, 2020, 06:35:53 PM

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Tim Bell

Pte McCartan had been a Lamplighter when he enlisted in 22nd Bttn on 26/8/1915. He was posted to 27th Bttn on 12/8/1915  and returned to 22nd Bttn when he joined the BEF on 8/1/1916.  Fredk was posted to Depot on 15/4/1917 with GSW L Forearm. Treated Queen Mary's Hosp June 1918.[arm amputated]
Fredk was discharged unfit with SWB on 7/8/1918. He died from disease on 28/3/1921, aged 25.
Son of Felix McCarton (Deceased). Brothers Edward & vincent McCarton served in 6th & 3rd Bttns. 46 Exeter St, Ardwick.
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