Walter Charles Cann
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| Personal Information | |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 10 Mar 1892 |
| Place of Birth | London, England |
| Death | 16 Nov 1975, aged 83 |
| Place of Death | Kelmscott, Western Australia |
| Age at Enlistment | 50 years old |
| Description |
5'6½" (1.69m) tall ; 135lbs 61.235 kg ; dark complexion ; blue eyes ; fair hair |
| Occupation | driver |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Kelmscott, Western Australia |
| Next of Kin | Wife , Mrs Gertrude Cann |
| Military Information | |
| Reg Number | W67641 |
| Date of Enlistment | 22 Mar 1942 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit/Formation | 2nd (Fremantle) VDC Battalion |
| Post War Details | |
| Fate | Remained in Australia |
Pre War
During WW1 Walter had served with the British cavalry in France. On 4 May 1924, a 31 years old shoeing smith Walter Charles Cann arrived in Fremantle aboard the SS Borda from London with his wife Gertrude (29).
Electoral Roll entries: 1931 - 1943 at First avenue, Kelmscott, labourer
War Service
In Armadale on 22 Mar 1942 Walter was taken on strength by 'D' Company of the 2nd (Fremantle) VDC Battalion. Promoted Sergeant on 14 Jul 1942, Walter was discharged on 13 Aug 1944 at his own request after 2 years, 145 days service.
Post War
Electoral Roll entries: 1949 - 1968 at Marmion street, Kelmscott, labourer; 1972 at 52 Schruth avenue, Kelmscott, retired. Gertrude had died in Kelmscott on 5 Oct 1975, aged 81
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