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Robert Anderson

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  • Rank: Private
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  • Address: 27 Lyon St, Dundee
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    Jean Anderson, 27 Lyon St, Dundee

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    David Anderson, 27 Lyon St, Dundee

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    Alexander & James

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More about Robert Anderson

Robert was the brother of Pte Alexander Anderson, 27007, 12th Battalion Royal Scots, who was killed in action, 24.05.1916 and Pte James Anderson, 202389, 1/5th Battalion, Royal Scots Fusiliers.

Robert Anderson

Private Robert Anderson, third son of Mr and Mrs Anderson, 27 Lyon Street, is now reported to be a prisoner of war in Germany and slightly wounded.  He was previously reported missing since 21st March, but a postcard has been received from him from a German camp.  Pte. Anderson has been twice previously wounded, and is 28 years of age.  His younger brother was killed in France, while another is serving with the forces.

Dundee Courier 18th June 1918

Information and image kindly supplied by Michael Caldwell

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