Born in Fraserburgh in 1895
Served as a Private in the 5th Gordon Highlanders in 1914, Wounded in 1917. He was one of 5 brothers fighting in WW1
Married Charlotte In 1919, prior to war he worked in a tailors, when married he was a machinist in the local toolworks.
He became a barber and worked in the shop at 35 Mid Street.
A keen amateur Boxer, golfer and bridge player he was also an amateur actor.
Died aged 63 in Fraserburgh.
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraserburgh Patrol | Patrol Leader | Unknown | 03 Dec 1944 |
pre- WW1, worked in McKay's Tailor
Post WW1, Worked as a machinist in Toolworks
Became a Barber before and throughout WW2 and until death
Known as 'Hopie'. A unique picture of Lewis shows him wearing his uniform with part of "201" battalion - Auxiliary Unit marking.
TNA ref WO199/3388, Hancock data held at B.R.A, Letter from Fraserburgh Heritige