| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 720
Appeal against conscription of: Andrews Britan [listed as Andrew Briton on the index paper]
Age: 33
Address: 22 Clarence Street, York
Occupation: Teacher
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: f) conscientious objection
Appellant: Major C A Herbert, Military Representative
Summary of Case: Granted conditional exemption on his continuing in his present employment. This mans evidence seems to be mainly opposed to military service of any description. I am of the opinion that he could better serve his country in a non-combatant corps.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 May 1916. Allowed. Non-combatant service. |