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WC Black: “Try and not worry about me… if all is well I will be back safe and sound”

Upon the outbreak of war on 4th August 1914, our Saracens 1st XV forward Walter Cairns Black wrote to his parents, confirming his decision to enlist with the London Scottish Regiment “Dear Father and Mother I am writing this letter on the eve of what may be the greatest war the world has known. I…

August 12, 2018 in Walter Cairns Black.
Walter Cairns Black

The First Volunteer: Walter Cairns Black – Saracens 1st XV 1913-14

Walter Cairns Black was an integral part of the Saracens side of 1913-14, a side that was to sadly contain no fewer than 6 casualties to the Great War. A proud Scot, and a chemist by trade, Black crossed the whitewash three times that season, a considerable contribution for a forward in the era. Strong-jawed,…

July 31, 2014 in Walter Cairns Black.

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