Corps of Military Police

Cap Badge of the Corps of Military Police (King George V)
Soldier Details:
Surname: Govan
Initials:   W.
Rank:   Lance Corporal
Army No.:  P/8092
Notes:   MMP. Awarded the 1915 Star, Victory and War Medals. First served abroad (1) France, 1/5/1915 to 22/3/18. Formerly Pte. North Irish Horse. No. 1176. He was born in Edinburgh, resided and enlisted in Belfast. Served in the 18 Division. Died of Wounds. On or since 23/3/18 death presumed, Army Register of Soldiers' Effects, 1901-1929. Extract from the Northern Whig 10 April 1918. RANK AND FILE CASUALTIES. Corporal William Govern, Military Mounted Police, missing, is a son of Mr. John Govan, 10, Kelvin Parade, Belfast.

Casualty Details:
Date Killed: 22nd March 1918
Company: MMP
Cemetery: POZIERES MEMORIAL   FRANCE
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