War Office Form: John James (1892-1916)
This War Office form is an example of those sent during the First World War. The War Office issued different forms to notify the next of kin of soldiers wounded, missing or killed in action. This form, from the Territorial Forces Record Office, relates to John James. John was a reservist soldier in the 1/22 Batallion, London Regiment, and was missing. In this letter the Army Council conclude that he died, killed in action.
The War Office Form
August 13th 1917
Sir,
It is my painful duty to inform you that no further news having been received relative to 4337 Private John James 1/22 Batallion London Regiment who has been missing since 16th September 1916 the Army Council have been regretfully constrained to conclude that he is dead, and that his death took place on the 16th September 1916 (or since).
By His Majesty’s command I am to forward the enclosed message of sympathy from Their Gracious Majesties the King and Queen. I am at the same time to express the regret of the Army Council at the Soldier’s death in his Country’s service.
I am,
Sir,
Your obedient Servant
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