A record of the Sportsman's Battalions during the First World War, including a database of soldiers who enlisted in - or served with - the 23rd, 24th and 30th Royal Fusiliers, originally raised by Mrs. Emma Cunliffe-Owen in September 1914. If you have any questions or comments, please send to fmsketches@macbrem.com, thanks!
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Attestations – October 19 to October 25, 1914

The following First Sportsman’s recruits are recorded as attesting at an officially recognized location (military barracks or recruiting office) during the week starting Monday, October 19th.

Attestations – October 6 to October 11, 1914

The following First Sportsman’s recruits are recorded as attesting at an officially recognized location (military barracks or recruiting office) during the week starting Monday, October 5th.

October 7, 1914

Dundee Evening Telegraph

Among 150 recruits of the Sports Battalion who have passed the doctor and who have been sworn in are Ernest Hayes and A. Sandham, the Surrey Cricketers.