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William Henry King
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Description of William Henry King on Enlistment

Age apparently18   years  1   months
Age physically equivalent to 18   years  1   months
Height 5   feet   10 ¼ inches
Weight 121  lbs
Chest Measurement 33 ¼ inches
Complexion Sallow
Eyes   Grey
Hair   D Brown
Religious denomination   Wesleyan
Distinctive Marks   None

CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY MEDICAL EXAMINATION (by a Civilian Medical Practitioner)

[Nothing filled in]

CERTIFICATE OF FINAL MEDICAL EXAMINATION (by an Approving Medical Officer)

I have examined the Recruit in accordance with above Certificate and have completed his Description in ink.
I consider him fit for the Army.

Date 22nd September 1884
Place Leicester
Brigade Surgeon

Certificate of Primary Military Examination

I hereby certify that the above-named recruit was inspected by me, and I consider him fit for Her Majesty's service, and that I have examined this Attestation and find it properly filled up. I also certify that [illegible]  was the bona fide bringer of this Recruit.

Date 22nd September 1884
Place Leicester

Certificate of Approving Field Officer

I certify that this Attestation of the above-named recruit is correct, and that the required forms appear to have been complied with. I accordingly approve, and appoint him to The Dorsetshire Regt.
If enlisted by special authority, number and date to be here quoted.

Date 22nd September 1884
Place Leicester

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