Personal Details
Born: In 1897 in Rhosllanerchrugog, Denbighshire, Wales.
Family: He was the youngest of four children born to Thomas Hughes, a watchmaker, and his wife Jane. No marriage can be traced for Robert.
Residence: In 1901, he was living with his parents and siblings at 42 Hall Street, Rhosllanerchrugog. By 1911 the family had moved to 39 Claypit Street, Whitchurch, the address shown on the 1919 Absent Voters’ Register. We have been unable to trace any further address information.
Employment: Not known.
Died: Not known
Military Details
Regiment: King’s Royal Rifle Corps
Rank: Private
Service Number: 1623
Date of Enlistment: Not known
Date of Discharge: Not known
Reason for Discharge: Not known
Other Information: His brother, Thomas Llewellyn Hughes, also served in WW1.
Medals and Awards: Not known