Personal Details

Born: 1885

Family: The second son of George and Mary Crump of 12 Castle Hill, Whitchurch, Shropshire.

Civilian Occupation: Prior to enlisting John worked as a bricklayer’s labourer.

Other Information: John appears to have suffered with very poor eyesight.

Military Details

Regiment: Labour Corps

Rank: Private

Service Number: 137021

Date of Enlistment: 14 November 1916

Date of Discharge: 13 March 1919

Reason for Discharge: Demobilisation