Samuel Alexander
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| Samuel Alexander | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1884-09-13 County Down |
| Died | 1917-08-19 |
| Occupation | Soldier |
| Father | |
| Mother | |
Samuel Alexander (13 September 1884 – 19 August 1917 (aged 32)) was a Canadian soldier who enlisted at Fort William in the Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment). Alexander died on active service during the First World War.[1]
Early life
Alexander was born at County Down on 13 September 1884, the son of Hugh Alexander and Agnes Alexander.[1]
Service
Alexander enlisted at Fort William and served as a private (service number 198859) in the Army, Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment) (28th Bn.).[1]
Death
Alexander died of wounds on 19 August 1917, aged 32. He is commemorated at Barlin Communal Cemetery (grave reference III. D. 17.).[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Samuel Alexander", Canadian Virtual War Memorial, Veterans Affairs Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada).