Mexborough and Swinton Times, September 1916

Private Albert Ernest Booth
(York & Lancs)

Wombwell – Officially Reported Dead

eldest son of Mr and Mrs Bruce, of 85 Brampton Rd, Wombwell Junction, who was reported missing on August 21, 1915, in the landing at Sulva Bay, is now officially reported killed about that date.

He enlisted at the outbreak of war, and set sail for the Dardanelles on July 1, 1915.

He has three brothers on active service in France.

From C.W.G.C.:

Rank: Private
Service No: 16554
Date of Death: 21/08/1915
Regiment/Service: York and Lancaster Regiment 6th Bn.

Panel Reference: Panel 171 to 173.
Memorial: HELLES MEMORIAL