Born in Dundee, was a millworker there living at 143 Lochee Rd in 1902 - 49 year old Postman, 5 East Blackhall St., Greenock Married 6 children - Alexander Henderson, William, Mary Ellen, Mary Jane King, Lily Ann, Margaret Bayne, the latter three being born in Greenock.

Attested 23/10/15 had spent 17 years previously in the army, signing up in 1883. His conduct was noted as exemplary and habits as temperate. Had served in South Africa - termination of engagement in 1902. His mother Anne, given as next of kin, living at Bleuchal? St., Dundee. He then re-signed for another 3 years with the 5th Battalion, Royal Garrison Regiment - his next of kin was then his wife Ellen McMorrow, 143 Lochee Rd and he was listed as an Overseer. He was married 31/1/06. Awarded 3 Good Conduct badges