David Herd

S/15511

Scottish National War Memorial

Pte David HERD, S/15511, of Unknown Unit attached to THE BLACK WATCH ROYAL HIGHLANDERS, was born in Edinburgh. He died on 23 March 1918 F&F. He is listed on the roll of THE BLACK WATCH (ROYAL HIGHLANDERS). The cause of death is given as Killed in action. Other information given: latterly 39604, 11th Bn. The Royal Scots.

Soldiers' Wills

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Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Private DAVID HERD, 39604, served in the 11th Bn. of the Royal Scots. He died on 23 March 1918 in France and is buried in POZIERES MEMORIAL and is commemorated on Panel 13 and 14.

War Memorial

Private David Herd, 11th, Black Watch, is commemorated on the War Memorial at Auchterarder.

Distinguished Conduct Medal

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De Ruvigny's Roll of Honour

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British Army Pension Records

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British Army Service Records

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Soldiers Died in the Great War

Private David Herd, 39604, 11th Battalion, The Royal Scots (Lothian Regiment), was killed in action on 23 Mar 1918 in France and Flanders. He lived in Auchterarder, Perthshire. He enlisted at Dunblane, Perthshire. Additional information: Formerly S/15511, R. High. 1/122, T.R. Battn.

Auchterarder Roll of Honour

Private David HERD lived at Broadfold Farm, Auchterarder. He enlisted 5th June 1916 in the 11th battalion of the Black Watch. Home service. Served France from 10th December 1916 then transferred to Royal Scots. Killed. He died 23rd March 1918.

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