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Arthur Sturgess
Military Records

Description of Arthur Sturgess on Enlistment

Age physically equivalent to 19   years  10  months
Height 5   feet    inches
Weight 157  lbs
Chest Measurement Minimum  36  inches    Maximum  38   inches
Complexion Fresh
Eyes   Grey
Hair   Brown
Religious denomination   Church of England
Distinctive Marks   Mole above right elbow

CERTIFICATE OF MEDICAL EXAMINATION

I have examined the above-named recruit and find that he does not present any of the causes of rejection specified in the Regulations for Army Medical Services.

He can see at the required distance with either eye: his heart and lungs are healthy: he has the free use of his joints and limbs, and he declares that he is not subject to fits of any description.

I consider him  fit  for the Army.

Date  1st  November 1899   Place  Northampton

Certificate of Primary Military Examination

I hereby certify that the above-named recruit was inspected by me and I consider him fit  for service in the  Royal Regt of Artillery  [illegible]  and that due care has been exercised in his enlistment.

Date 1-11-99
Place Northampton

Certificate of Approving Field Officer

I certify that this Attestation of the above named recruit is correct, and properly filled up, and that the required forms appear to have been complied with. I accordingly approve, and appoint him to the Royal Regt of Artillery  [illegible]

If enlisted by special authority, Army Form B.203 (or other authority for the enlistment) will be attached to the original attestation.

Date 1-11-99
Place Northampton

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