| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4055
Appeal against conscription of: Bob Wood
Age: 28
Address: 16 James Street, York
Occupation: China dealer etc
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, b) engaged in different occupation, d) serious hardship, e) ill health or infirmity
Appellant: Bob Wood
Summary of case: He served for nearly 12 months before being discharged as no longer physically fit for war service. He had his appendix removed and still suffers from the aftereffects. He has been a volunteer worker with the Motor Ambulance Corps since he was discharged. There is debate as to whether he is B1 or B2 fit. He asks to be seen by the Special Medical Board but the local tribunal say the medical evidence is not sufficient to warrant this. It seems the army need motor drivers but he has never driven a car. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/4621, NRCC/CL 9/1/5635]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 11 Aug 1917. Allowed to 1 Jan 1918. |