Basic Details
Surname
Edwards
Forenames
E J
Gender
Male
Information stated on memorial
Alternative forename
Edward James
War
First World War (1914-1918)
Served or died
Served
Service number
925050
Notes
The following information was supplied by the school in 2024: 'Born Presteigne [in 1885]. At LHS in 1899. Father, John, is a farmer at Ashley Farm, Rodd Hurst in 1891 then Barton Farm 1901, where family still are in 1913. Edward James in 1901 is an agricultural carter. Joined up in Saskatchewan March 1915. Regimental number 925050. Described as a farmer on enlistment 29.3.1915.'
Primary Service
As stated on memorial
Service (Primary - Stated)
Commonwealth
Unit (Primary - Stated)
Canad Cont
Our References
Service (Primary - Our reference)
Commonwealth Armed Forces
Unit (Primary - Our reference)
Canadian Contingent