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Soldier Record

Surname:Wright
Initials:J J
Rank:Pte A/LCpl
Army Number:P/10970
Notes:MMP. From Armfield Plain. Awarded the Victory and War Medals. First served abroad (1) France, 20/3/17. Previously served in the 19 Hussars, No. 434519, 30/10/1914 he enlisted as a A/Sgt. Northumberland Hussars. Nom1185 and No. 270409, occupation Miner, born Annfield Plain, Durham, age 28.8 years, born Monkwearmouth, address: Murray Buildings, Annfield Plain, Co. Durham, He was a musketry instructor. 25/6/1917 transferred to MMP as a A/Cpl. 4/1/1919 demobilized. 4/4/1908 he married Maria Pickavance, they had 4 children. 22/8/1922 he re enlisted in the Northumberland Yeomanry, No. 529852, 23/6/1924 discharged.John James Wright.
Decoration Record:
Decoration: Military Medal (London Gazette: 31512 Page: 10582 Aug. 20, 1919)
Citation: France, MMP, Pte (A/L/Cpl).