Born and enlisted Crewe. Son of Thomas and Elizabeth Rimmer of 24, Oak Street, Crewe. Worked prior to enlisting (on September 2, 1914) in the Copper Shop, Crewe Works as a labourer. Embarked from Southampton for France on September 25, 1915. Originally posted as missing after a bayonet charge.
Service record available.
Uploaded by Mark A. Potts on February 11, 2018.
JAMES RAWSON RIMMER
Rank: PrivateService Number: 13829. Regiment: "C" Company, 11th (Service) Bn. Cheshire Regiment Killed In Action Wednesday 3rd July 1918 Age 21County Memorial Crewe
Commemorated\Buried SERRE ROAD CEMETERY NO.2
Grave\Panel Ref: XX.C.2.
France