Trooper Thomas Bradford, Scottish Horse, He had been a Member of the 2nd Volunteer Battalion, Kings Own Scottish Borderers and had volunteered for active service in the South African War against the Boers. He was killed in action at Brakenlaagte on 30th October 1901. There is a Commemorative stone in Chirnside Kirkyard which was erected by the Officers and Men of “G” Coy.