| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1077
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert Coupland
Age: 27
Address: 53 Skeldergate, York
Occupation: Clerk
Local Tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: f) conscientious objection
Appellant: Herbert Coupland
Summary of case: On the grounds of conscientious objection Coupland has already been granted a certificate of exemption from combatant service. However, he wishes the Pelham Committee to find him work of national importance.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 15 Jul 1916. Dismissed |