31 Oct 1872 enlisted into Royal Navy
Height: 5ft 8In
Complexion: Fair
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Grey
Age at enlistment: 19 5/12 years
Brother indicated as 'Bumper' West
29 May 1873 RM Artillery
Census 1881: Serving on the Eclipse (A wooden screw corvette).
Record of:
Naval Long Service Good Conduct Medal
