Mexborough and Swinton Times, July 1916

Sgt Bruce Reid (York and Lancs)

Sgt Reid, son of Mr and Mrs Reid of 1 Cliff Villas, was seen to fall when leading his men into action.

This is notified by a sergeant Major, and there is still hope that he may have been picked up wounded.

From C.W.G.C.:

Service No:14/192
Date of Death:01/07/1916
Regiment/Service:York and Lancaster Regiment 14th Bn.
Panel Reference:Pier and Face 14 A and 14 B.
Memorial:THIEPVAL MEMORIAL