Basic Biographical Details Name: | George Turner Watt | Designation: | | Born: | c. 1892 | Died: | 28 May 1915 | Bio Notes: | George Turner Watt was born c.1892, the fifth son of David Watt, schoolmaster of Muiravonside, Stirlingshire. He served his apprenticeship with William H Scott of Linlithgow ('William M Scott' in his 'Scotsman' obituary, but this is presumably a misprint) and subsequently assisted in a Glasgow office. His career was cut short by the First World War, during which he served as a Lance Corporal in the 9th Highland Light Infantry (known as Lance-Corporal Turner). He was injured in France on 18 May 1915 and died from his wounds on 28 May at Bevan Military Hospital, Sandgate, Kent. | Private and Business AddressesThe following private or business addresses are associated with this : | | Address | Type | Date from | Date to | Notes | | Glasgow, Scotland | Private/business | c. 1912 | 1914 | Assisted in Glasgow office immediately prior to outbreak of First World War |
Employment and TrainingEmployersThe following individuals or organisations employed or trained this (click on an item to view details): | | Name | Date from | Date to | Position | Notes | | William Malcolm Scott | c. 1907 | c. 1912 | Apprentice | |
ReferencesPeriodical ReferencesThe following periodicals contain references to this : | | Periodical Name | Date | Edition | Publisher | Notes | | Scotsman | 31 May 1915 | | | p10 - brief obituary |
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