Personal Details
Born: 30 April 1896 or 1897.
Family: The third child of Alfred and Mary Haycocks of 12 Brownlow Street, Whitchurch, Shropshire. Ernest married Jessie L Groom in 1935 and together they had 2 children – William J and Susan M.
Civilian Occupation: He worked as a baker.
Residence: In 1939 was living at 27 Egerton Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
Died: He died on the 8 May 1980 aged 83 or 84.
Other Information: His year of birth differs in the records between 1896 and 1897.
Military Details
Regiment: Royal Navy
Rank: Cook
Service Number: M22165
Date of Enlistment: 15 August 1916
Date of Discharge: 11 December 1918
Reason for Discharge: Demobilisation