More about William Latto

This man was residing in Dundee when he enlisted in the Army. William’s Canadian Service Record

David originally attested with the 28th Battalion, Canadian Infantry 27.10.1914, Reg No 74905.

William Latto   21333   Cameron Highlanders

FOTHRINGHAM MAN SUCCUMBS.

Private William Latto of the Cameron Highlanders has died from wounds sustained in action, official notification to this effect having been received by his mother, Mrs Wilson, Sawmill Cottage Fothringham.  Writing to the mother of the deceased, his company officer states that Private Latto was a good soldier, always cherry and ever ready to do his bit.

Latto was 27 years of age, and was in Canada when war broke out.  He trained in the Canadian army for several months, but was discharged for medical reasons.  Returning home, he was employed in Dundee for a short time.  He enlisted in the Cameron Highlanders in the beginning of last year and had been in the fighting line for about twelve months.

Forfar Herald 6th April 1917

A Fothringham man has died of wounds.  Private William Latto was in Canada when war broke out.  He enlisted and was training with the Canadians but broke down and was discharged.  He returned home and after working for some time in Dundee he joined the Cameron Highlanders.  He has been in the fighting line for about a year.

Forfar Despatch 12th April 1917