1874 Feb 24 born Abbey Burgh, Renfrew. At Government Barracks Paisley. James father John was a Private 21st at the time
1891 census at Mansion St, Glasgow. He is an Iron Moulder
| Household Members | Age | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| John Braziel | 52 | Head |
| Sophia Braziel | 47 | Wife |
| James Braziel | 17 | Son |
| Daniel Braziel | 10 | Son |
| Helena Braziel | 21 | Daur (Daughter) |
1892 Aug 7 Enlists Royal Irish Fusiliers
1892 Sep 26. Transfers to R Scots Fusiliers
1897 Jun 14 married Renfrew to Edith Isabella Robertson
1898 Jan 22 transfers to A Reserve
1899 Oct 9 Recalled to colours
1901 census at New Bridge St, Ayr
| Household Members | Age | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| James Robertson | 67 | Head |
| Annie Robertson | 57 | Wife |
| James Robertson | 18 | Son |
| James Brazill | 27 | Son-in-law |
| Edith Brazill | 21 | Daur (Daughter) |
| James Brazill | 2 | Grandson |
1911 census He is a married Corporal in 1st Btn Royal Scots Fusiliers
1913 Aug 8 Discharged at end of service
1914 Aug 15 Re-enlists in R Scots Fusiliers
1915 May 11 landed in France
1918 Jan 4 Posted back UK
1920 Jan 22 demobbed
1921 Jun 22 enlisted with RIC no 81933. ex-Soldier & Railway Checker
1922 Jun 5 Enlists in RE
1923 May 7 discharged
1940 Mar 23. Died Camlachie, Scotland. He was a clerk at the recruiting office