According to family, Alexander (Sandy) Hodge was the first in his village to volunteer in 1914 but he made it clear that he could not under any circumstances kill his fellow man. He was awarded the MM for rescuing wounded infantrymen under fire. Alexander was the son of Archibald and Jane Hodge of 53 Skares Row, Old Cumnock, Ayrshire. [Information and photographs kindly provided by family]