Born Hull, 18 Sep 1882. Son of William Drake (1851-1924), and Rachel Israel (1854-1887), of 14, Park Terrace, Alexandra Street, Hull
Married 12 Dec 1907. Husband of Elizabeth Grant Drake, of 19, Wenlock Street, Hull (war pension address). They had two children, Douglas and Marion.
A Professional Soldier. He enlisted 5 April 1899. Served overseas with the 6th King’s Royal rifle corps, in South Africa, Celon and India. Posted to France, on 10 Feb 1915. Discharged with sickness on 22 Oct 1915 after 16 years and 301 days army service. Awarded the Silver War Badge.
Died at Hull, 10/10/1930, aged 48.
First name:
George Frederick
Military Number:
1819
Rank:
Lance Corporal
Date Died
48
Place died:
Hull, UK
