John Campbell

Private John Campbell
1883 - May 1973
Biography

John was born in Dingwall. He was married and had a daughter, Margaret Wilkie, who lived in Edinburgh.

After the First World War, he was piper to Lord Beresford. He was also pipe-major for the Brora Pipe Band for many years and judged piping competitions as well as teaching young pipers. 

He was a river ghillie popular with fishermen. He was also a member of Clyne Parish Council for a period.

Postings
Unit or location Role Posted from until
Brora Patrol Patrol member Unknown Unknown
National ID
SXGN 48/1
Career

He was in the Lovat Scouts and mobilised with them at the outbreak of the First World War. He transferred to the Cameron Highlanders and was promoted to Pipe-Major.

Address
Badnellan, Brora, Sutherland
Other information

Left before stand down

References

TNA ref WO199/3388

Ross-shire Journal. 1 Jun 1973