A Tarbert soldier awarded the Military Cross for gallantry is to be honoured for his part in the First World War, with his name being added to Glasgow University’s roll of honour.
Archibald Campbell Brown was born on March 4, 1886 in Tarbert, the son of James, the late postmaster in Tarbert, and Margaret Brown, living at Dunalasdair, Tarbert.
Biographical information on the university’s website, by John Houston, a member of the Scottish Military Research Group states Archibald attended Tarbert high school before studying at Glasgow University, matriculating in 1904/05, and graduating with a master of arts in 1906.