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McConnell, E.H., RQMS, 1914-18
He wrote the Northern Cyclist Battalion C Company Memoir

Enlisted in N.C.B. October 6th, 1914. Promoted to Corporal December 14th. Sergeant February 16th; Colour-Sergeant March 15th; C.S.M. October 16th; R.Q.M.S. March 17th. Gained distinction on the Musketry Course at Strensall and 100 per cent in the Chelsea Drill Course. Acted as Foreman of Works on several constructional pieces of work for Lincolnshire Coast Defences. Won Silver cup for 220 yards Sergeant’s Race at Regimental Sports, 1917. Remained with the Battalion until it disbanded on January 21st, 1919.

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