Other Information:Robert did his training in a training centre at Eastbourne before entering the war, he arrived in France on the 7th September 1915. Robert did an 8 day course with the 3rd Army Proto School, gaining a certificate dated 19.1.1916 which is headed "Certificate of Proficiency in the use of Mine Rescue Apparatus". His certificate is No 12. Robert also served with Royal Engineers as a Sapper and a Tunneller with 178 T Coy. [information kindly provided by family]
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