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William CARRUTHERS

William CARRUTHERS Original Photo
OC Number

1003

Born

13/12/1894

Rank at Death

Lieutenant

Date of Death

24/04/1917

Age at Death

22

Unit Serving With

154th Field Company, Royal Engineers


Pen Portrait

He was the son of F. Carruthers of Maywood, Dundonald. He entered CCB in April, 1908. He is buried in Point-Du-Jour Military Cemetery, Athies Arras, Grave I.6.9. His grave inscription reads 'PROMPT AND FAITHFUL'.

His sister, Staff Nurse Catherine M. Carruthers (Territorial Force Nursing Reserve) was awarded the Military Medal for bravery in the field.

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