Basic Details
Surname
Ruecroft
Forenames
John H
Gender
Male
Information stated on memorial
War
First World War (1914-1918)
Served or died
Died
Notes
Non CWG grave
Recovered 15.06.2022 from www.cpgw.org.uk/soldier-records/john-henry-ruecroft/
British Army WW1 Medal Rolls Index Cards: Pte J.H. Ruecroft, 2845; 200708, 4th York. R. Date of enlistment: 28.9.14. Date of discharge: 11.4.17. Wounds. Theatre of War first served in: ( - ). Date of entry therein: ( - ). [John was awarded the 1914-15 Star and also received the Silver War Badge.]
Primary Service
Our References
Service (Primary - Our reference)
British Army
Unit (Primary - Our reference)
Alexandra, Princess of Wales`s Own (Yorkshire Regiment)
Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference)
Private
Death and Burial details
Country of death
England
Town of burial
Redmire
Cemetery
St Mary's Church
Year of death
1919
Month of death
February
Day of death
26
Age at death
27
Personal Details
Occupation
Not Stated on Memorial