Private Farquhar McRae
Service Number 5885
Campaign:
World War 1
Died:
1.1.1915
1SG
KIA Aged 27
Born Lot No.6, Melvaig, South Gairloch, Ross-shire. Sister (Mrs McLachlan) resident of 5 McIntyre Place, Paisley. Formerly served as a constable with Paisley Burgh Police for 6 years before enlisting in September 1914.
Commemorated Le Touret Memorial, Pas de Calais, France. Panels 3 & 4
Memorial(s):
| Country | Location | Name of Memorial | Campaign | Names | Date(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | In town centre Junction of Gilmour Street and Moss Street Paisley Renfrew Strathclyde PA1 1BZ | Paisley War Memorial | World War 1 |
Farquhar McRae | 1-1-1915 | View |
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