Topic: William Leslie Poad (1897-1918)

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Motor Engineer William Leslie Poad was killed in action in France on 1 October 1918.

William Leslie Poad was born in Levin on 15 August 1897. His parents were William Henry and Jean Poad.

He worked as a motor engineer and was a Hauraki Regiment Volunteer.

He was underage, being only 19  when he enlisted on 20 September 1916 (Service No. 33602). He served with the Auckland Infantry Regiment, 1st Battalion. His last rank was private.

He was killed in action in France on 1 October 1918, aged 21.

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William Leslie Poad (1897-1918)


First Names:William Leslie
Last Name:Poad
Date of Birth:15 August 1897
Place of Birth:Levin
Country of birth:New Zealand
Date of death:1 October 1918
Place of death:France
Occupation:Motor Engineer
Fathers name:William Henry Poad
Mothers name:Jean
Military Service:World War I (1914-1918)
 
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