| The History of Coagh booklet lists Private Robert Hudson as having served with the 14th Battalion of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders in the war.
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| Robert Hudson was the eldest son of James and Jane Hudson. James Hudson and Jane Cochrane were married on 16th April 1884 in the district of Magherafelt.
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| Robert Hudson was born on 4th October 1888 in the Bellaghy area.
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| Known family: James Hudson, Jane Hudson, Sarah Hudson (born 22nd November 1885), Margaret Hudson (born 14th June 1887, Bellaghy), Robert Hudson (born 4th October 1888, Bellaghy), Mary Hudson (born 14th March 1891, Magherafelt), Annie Hudson (born 14th October 1892, Bellaghy), James Hudson (born about 1895), Bella Hudson (born 22nd May 1898, Coagh).
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| The family moved around the Magherafelt area, but by 1898 had settled in Coagh.
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| The 1901 census lists Robert age 13 living with the family at house 32 in Great Georges Street, Coagh. His father was a labourer.
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| The 1911 census does not list Robert as living with the family at house 29 in Great Georges Street, Coagh. There is a possible listing of Robert, age 22, a servant at house Ballynargan, Coagh.
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| 1915
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| Robert Hudson enlisted in Scotland on 29th January 1915. He was living at 23 Donaldson Street, Kirkintilloch, Glasgow.
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| Private Robert Hudson served with the 14th Battalion of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders in the war. He head the Service No 3350 and also S/40591.
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| 1916
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| On 1st May 1916 Robert was promoted to corporal. On 24th June 1916 he reverted to his previous rank at own request.
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| On 20th October 1916 Robert was appointed lance corporal. On 27th December 1916 he reverted to his previous rank at own request.
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| 1917
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| Private Robert Hudson arrived at Etaples with his unit on 3rd January 1917. He was posted to the 14th Battalion of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders on 22nd January 1917.
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| On 26th November 1917 Robert Hudson was appointed lance corporal.
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| 1918
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| From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 19th January 1918: Coagh
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| Corporal R Hudson, Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders, is at home on furlough with his parents at Coagh.
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| From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 23rd February 1918: Coagh (brother of Robert Hudson)
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| Private James Hudson is home on leave. Prior to enlisting he was farming, but he joined, and has been over two years at the front, and has been is several hot engagements. It is over a year since he had leave. He is feeling in the best of health and spirits. His brother, Private Bob Hudson, is in the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders.
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| Lance Corporal Robert Hudson was home on furlough in August 1918.
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| Corporal Robert Hudson received the Military Medal (M.M.) in August 1918.
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| From the Belfast Telegraph dated 18th August 1918: Medals for Bravery in the Field
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| It is officially announced that his Majesty the King has been graciously pleased to approve the award of the Military Medal for bravery in the field to the under-mentioned non-commissioned officers and men:- S/40591 Corporal R Hudson, Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders (Coagh).
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1901 Census lists 'Hadson' family
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Lists Robert as age 13 living with the family at house 32 in Great Georges Street, Coagh, Tyrone |
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1911 Census lists a Robert Hudson
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Possible listing of Robert, age 22, a servant at house 7 in Ballynargan, Coagh, Tyrone |
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1911 Census lists Hudson family
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Does not list Robert as living with the family at house 29 in Great Georges Street, Coagh, Tyrone |
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Brother - James Hudson
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Also served in the the war |
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Findmypast.co.uk (subscription)
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Private Robert Hudson Military Papers (35 pages) |
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London Gazette - 06/08/1918
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Military Medal, S/40591 Cpl. R. Hudson, A. and S. Highrs. (Coagh) |
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National Archives UK
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Medal card can be purchased here |
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