Alexander joined the Royal Engineers 25th July 1890 following in the footsteps of his Father William Cockburn who joined on the 13th Feb 1879. Initially stationed in Stirling, Scotland his career in the 33rd Coy. R. E. brought him to Fort Camden.…
This Bible was presented to the Church Hut in Fort Camden by Commander & Mrs. W. Hodder May 1936. It was presented to the Church with a gift of £50, by the 33rd Coy. Royal Engineers on their departure July 1938 after 83 years residence in Fort…