Mexborough and Swinton Times October 13, 1917
Pioneer P Hargate
Royal Engineers
Pioneer P Hargate, Broomhill, Wombwell, who enlisted about two years ago, and had seen much severe fighting, was killed in action in September 4.
He was well known in local athletics circles, being a prominent footballer and cricketer.
He was also a member of the Primitive Methodist Sunday School.
From C.W.G.C.:
Pioneer
HARGATE, PERCY
Service Number 128957
Died 04/09/1917
Aged 22
4th Special Coy.
Royal Engineers
Son of Joseph and Sarah Ann Hargate, of Broomhill, Wombwell, Barnsley.
CAMBRIN MILITARY CEMETERY