Hi, First let me thank all those who replied to my enquiry, I am most greatful. I asked this question in the hope that someone may have had a soldier in the 12th or 7th Battalion during the first world war. My Grandfather John Ellis was KIA on the 31st of March 1918 whilst in the 7th Battalion. I have done quite a bit of research into his army record, and have visited his grave, but where I am really stuck, is the month he enlisted. I know he enlisted in Horton le Spring... his service number was 14717... I am desperate to find someone who enlisted at Horton, with a sevice number very close to his. I am hoping this will give me some indication of the time he enlisted. Once again thank you for your kind replies. John Ellis