George Alfred - 18312 Serjeant 1st Battalion DCLI, KIA 23rd April 1917 Battle of Arras, unknown grave. Fell 96 years ago today in the early hours, near Hirondelle Spur, whilst Batallion assaulted Callous Trench. Remembered with love by your daughter Violet (who passed away peacefully last Saturday 20th April aged 97 years young), Grandchildren Janet and Stephen and Great Grandchildren; Capt Paul Gladston Parachute Regiment Rtd. Lt Stephen Gladston Fleet Air Arm Rtd and Gp Capt John Gladston CBE DFC RAF Rtd, Matthew and Briony.
WHEN first I came here I had hope, hope for I knew not what….Edward Thomas.
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