Born Beverley 1893. Son of Harry and Ann Eliza Smelt. Enlisted at Hull, on 25 April 1911. Served as Gunner, 938, 1st East Riding, RGA. Discharged on 9 May 1916, after 4 years & 15 days army service. He was an Engine Cleaner for the North Eastern Railway, living at 1, Spring Gardens, Hawthorne Avenue, Hull (Army address) and 77, South Parade, Hull (1921 Census). He married Sarah Ann Smelt and had five children. Died at Hull, on 20 Jan 1925, aged 32.
| Name | John William Smelt |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Rank | Gunner |
| Record Type | Military |
| Residence Place | 1, Spring Gardens, Hawthorne Avenue, Hull |
| Military Service Region | Yorkshire, Northern |
| Enlisted | 25 April 1911 |
| Discharge Date | 7 May 1916 |
| Death Date | 20 Jan 1925 |
| Service Number | 938 |
| Service Branch | Military (Army) |
| Title | WWI Pension Record Cards and Ledgers |
| Description | Pension Record Ledger |
| Reference Number | 2/Ms/, 2/Mk/No.8134 |
First name:
John William
Military Number:
938
Rank:
Gunner
Date Died
20/01/1925
Place died:
Hull, UK
Age:
32
