Great War Dundee
This is Dundee's story of those that served in the First World War, and of the people left at home
William Milne
Military Information
- Date of enlistment:
- Place of enlistment: Glencorse, Midlothian
- Service no: 9383
- Rank: Private
- Service Occupation:
- Awards:
- Regiment/Service: Royal Scots
- Unit/Ship: 1st Battalion, 'C' Company
- Place of Death: Belgium
- Age at Death: 28
- Date of Death: 23.04.1915
- Burial Country: Belgium
- Cemetery: Menin Gate Memorial, Ypres
- Grave/Mem Ref no: Panel 11
Personal Information
- Date of Birth:
- Place of Birth: Edinburgh
- Address: 40 Watsons Lane, Dundee
- Occupation:
- Mother:
- Father:
- Siblings:
- Spouse:
Williamina Gearty (formally Milne) 44 King St, Dundee
- Children:
James, born 17.10.1910
More about William Milne
William has no known grave but is remembered on the Menin Gate Memorial.
William Milne 9383 Royal Scots
BLACK WATCH REGULAR DIES OF WOUNDS.
Intimation was received in Dundee yesterday of the death from wounds received in action on 23rd April of Private Mill, of the 1st Black Watch. Private Mill was a member of the 3rd Black Watch when war broke out, and on proceeding to the front he was attached to the 1st Battalion. He leaves a wife and child, who reside at 40 Watson’s Lane.
Dundee Courier 25th May 1915
Additional information kindly supplied by Michael Caldwell
Can you tell us more about William Milne'? Some additional facts, a small story handed down through the family or perhaps a picture or an heirloom you can share online. Contact our curator...
THANK YOU for your interest in helping the Great War Dundee project. Please complete the short form below and a curator will contact you in the next few days.
Quick Links
Partners
