| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3278
Appeal against conscription of: George William Fewsdale
Age: 18
Address: 16 West Street, Eston
Occupation: Munitions
Local tribunal: Eston Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: George William Fewsdale
Summary of case: I make an appeal before the tribunal asking for relief from military service as I think I am doing more good to my country in my own employment. Having lost my uncle and eldest brother, killed in action, out of the home and also having been and the hospital on two occasions myself for operation. I think it wisest that I remain at home and to assist my parents with the home and help my Invalid sister who is unable to go to service to earn her own living.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 30 Mar 1917 l Dismissed |