Rresided Greenock, enlisted Barry, Forfar. Carter to trade. Married to Lizzie Blair - 5 children William, Akexander, Thomas, Martha, Catherine. Two brothers - Alexander and Peter. Widow given pension of 32/6 per week.
With British Expeditionary Force 30th August 1914 until 21st October 1914. Reported missing presumed POW. Had previously served in 3rd Batt then was Special Reservist. Reburied at Le Trou Aid Post Cemetery.