John Vincent

2972 L/Cpl

1/7th Battalion Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders, 10th Infantry Brigade, 4th Division

Age: 25

Date of Death: 26.4.15

Buried: Menin Gate Memorial Panel 42 to 44

https://www.theypressalient.com/post/menin-gate-memorial

Family history: Son of Mrs Emonaline Vincent Croall. He resided at Weir Buildings, Cathcary, Bonnybridge. He had two brothers, two step brothers and a sister. They resided in Springburn, Glasgow with his mother. Prior to enlisting on 8 October 1914, he was employed as a labourer in the Castlecary Brick Works of John G Stein and Co. Ltd.

The action leading to his death

For details of the action on 25 April 1915 See https://www.theypressalient.com/post/25-april-1915-a-bloody-day-at-st-julian

Medals Awarded

1915 Star, The British War Medal, Victory Medal.