1915 star named to 1540 pte w Rigby s lan r.
William was born 1895 .
Served with 1st 5th battalion south Lancashire Regiment 10th January 1912 until 20th May 1916 when discharged due to gunshot wounds ……. & r calf & flat feet 20% disablement due to service .
Address given as 61 Brook St, St Helens.,Lancashire.
He is noted as wounded April 1915 and the battalion was engaged in the 2nd Battle of Ypres from late April In to may 1915.