Alexander Cragghill

Biography

Alexander born in early 1899 was the youngest of seven children, six boys and one girl. His parents were William and Catherine Cragghill of 19 Helmside, Oxenholme. William was 48 and Catherine 42 when Alexander was born. William was a railway engine driver and some of his children also worked on the railway. William died while Alexander was a child.

Service Record

Alexander became 91188 Private A. Cragghill of the 13th Battalion The King’s (Liverpool) Regiment.

Medals

Victory Medal — Alexander Cragghill was entitled to the Victory Medal. This medal was awarded to all who received the 1914 Star or 1914-15 Star and to those who received the British War Medal. Eligibility for this award consisted of having been mobilised and having served in any of the theatres of operations, or at sea, between midnight 4th/5th August, 1914, and midnight, 11th/12th November, 1918.

British War Medal — Alexander Cragghill was entitled to the British War Medal for service in World War One. This British Empire campaign medal was issued for services between 5th August 1914 and 11th November 1918. The medal was automatically awarded in the event of death on active service before the completion of this period.

How They Died

Alexander was killed on the 28th March 1918. His age was given as unknown but he was probably aged 19.

Where They Rest

He has no known grave. His name is recorded on Bay 3 of the Arras Memorial, in France, as well as the Natland Memorial.