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St Anne's War memorial: surnames L to R
GEORGE LEDSONPrivate 67227, Royal Army Medical Corps, 50th Gen. Hosp.died 03/08/1917, aged 19. Son of George and Julia Ledson, of 12, Macfarren St., Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Salonika (Lembet Road) Military Cemetery, Greece. George was born in Portsmouth, and enlisted in Liverpool. Died Salonika. 1911 Census. 63 Gladeville Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool. George (father) 41, Warker And Overseer, born Liverpool, Julia (mother) 40, born Portsmouth (married 15 years) Children George 13, Nellie 7, Frederick 5, Rose 3. All children born in Portsmouth. JACK LESLIE1911 Census. 15 Albany Road, Liverpool.Jack 25, Commercial Traveller, born Manchester, married to Rose 22, born Liverpool. Also listed Rose's brother Nathan 19, Commercial Traveller, born Liverpool. LESLIE LLOYDPrivate 33601, Cheshire Regiment, 3rd Bn. attd. 13th Bn.died 12/04/1917, 1921. Son of Edward and Margaret Lloyd, of 29, Leigh St., Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Chichester Cemetery, England. Leslie was born Bethnal Green. London. Enlisted at Seaforth and resided in Liverpool. Died of Wounds, Graylingwell War Hospital, England. 1901 Census. 56 Luia Street, Walton, Liverpool. Edward (father) 35, steam engine fitter, born Liverpool, Margaret (mother) 27, born Hackney, London. Children Edward 7, born Padstow, London, Leslie 5, born Bethnal Green, London, William 5, born Bethnal Green, London (twin with Leslie) Margaret 4, born Calafornia, USA, Thomas 1, born Bootle, Liverpool. WILLIAM LOWEPrivate 267476, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 2nd/7th Bn.died 28/02/1917, aged 22. Husband of Edith Lowe, of 25, Goschen St., Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Y Farm Military Cemetery, Bois-Grenier, France. William was born Roby, Liverpool and enlisted in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1901 Census. Blacklow Brow, Huyton, Liverpool. Edward (grandfather) 66, Platelayer, born Rainhill, Margaret (grandmother) 74, born Eccleston. Grandchildren Edward J 11, born Huyton, William 6 born Roby. 
Y Farm Military Cemetery, Bois-Grenier, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com ROBERT STANLEY LUNDRifleman 201617, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/5th Bn.died 08/08/1916, aged 19. Son of Capt. J.T. Lund, of Colon, Panama. Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France. Robert was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1901 Census. 65 Chatham Street, Liverpool. Julius T (father) 44, Widowed, Captain in Navy, born Denmark. Children Mabel 13, born Dublin, Ireland, Julius 10, Willian 7, Robert S 3, Adelina M Price 21 (step Daughter) Laura M Price 20 (step daughter) these five born in Liverpool. Also listed Peter Williams 61 ( father in law of Julius ) Watch Maker, born Wales, Amy Williams 20 (sister in law of Julius) born in Liverpool. The 1891 census shows Robert's mother as Maud aged 28, born in Liverpool 
Thiepval Memorial, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com ALEXANDER MAGINNCorporal 2277, South Lancashire Regiment, 2nd Bn.died 13/07/1916, aged 18. Son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Maginn, of 65, Ennismore Rd., Stanley, Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Heilly Station Cemetery, Mericourt-L'Abbe, France. Alexander was born and enlisted in Liverpool. Died of wounds France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 48 Solon Street, Liverpool. Sarah Jane (mother) 53, Widowed, born Triland Monaghan. Children Mary 18, Green Grocer Assistant, William James 16, Shop Assistant, Alexander 13, Errand Boy. All children born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 10 Wilfer Street, Liverpool. William James (father 33, Journeyman Baker, born Ireland, S.J (mother) 33, born Ireland (only initials listed). Children Alice 16, Mary 8, Willie John 6, Alexander 3. All children born in Liverpool. William James Maginn married Sarah Jane Latimer 1882 in Liverpool. 
Heilly Station Cemetery, Mericourt-L'Abbe, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com WILLIAM MAKINPrivate 44937, Lancashire Fusiliers, 12th Bn.died 16/04/1918, aged 27. Husband of Beatrice Makin, of 20, Highfield Rd., Stoneycroft, Liverpool. Remembered at Sarigol Military Cemetery, Kriston, Greece. William is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. William was born and enlisted in Liverpool. Died of wounds Salonika. 1911 Census. 20 Highfield Road, Liverpool. John (father) 51, Bricklayer, Elizabeth 48 (married 32 years) Children Matthew 29, Window Cleaner, Ellen 23, General Domestic, William 21, Window Cleaner, Frederick 19, Baker's Assistance, Sarah 17, Christopher 14, Mary 13, Edward 9, Ernest 7. All born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 20 Highfield Road, Liverpool. John (father) 40, Bricklayer, Elizabeth (mother) 39. Children John 16, Cotton Clerk, Margaret 14, Nelly 12, William 10, Frederick 8, Sarah 7, Christopher G 4, Mary 3, Arthur 4 months. All born in Liverpool. MICHAEL McKENNAShoeing Smith TS/2002, Army Service Corps, Secondary Regiment: Royal FusiliersDied 25/12/1915, aged 37. Son of the late Michael and Elizabeth McKenna of Old Swan; husband of Martha McKenna, of 499, Prescot Rd., Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Mikra British Cemetery, Kalamaria, Greece. Michael was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Died Balkans. 1911 Census. 499 Prescot Road, Old Swan, Liverpool. Michael 33, Blacksmith, born Liverpool, married to Martha 34, Confectioner, born Newton, Lancaster. 1901 Census. 393 Edge Lane, Liverpool. Michael (father 50, Shoeing Smith, born Ireland, Elizabeth (mother) 45, born Liverpool. Children Charlotte 25, Michael 23, Shoeing Smith, Mary E 18, Dressmaker, Elizabeth 17, School Teacher, Edith 15, Dressmaker, Margaret 12, Jas P 10, Joseph 8. All children born in Liverpool. Also listed Francis McKenna 21, Plaster, Sarah Burke 7, both cousins of Michael and born in Liverpool. 1891 Cenusus. 393 Edge Lane, Liverpool. Michael (father) 39, Horse Shoe Smith, Elizabeth (mother) 34. Children Charlotte 14, Michael 13, Mary E 8, Elizabeth 7, Edith 5, Margaret 2, James 11 months. Also listed Francis McKenna 11 (cousin to Michael) 1881 Census. 36 Rosalind Street, Kirkdale, Liverpool. Michael (father 29, Horse Shoer, born Armagh, Ireland, Elizabeth (mother) 24, born Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Children Francis David 6, born Toxteth Park, Liverpool, Charlotte Ann 4, born Old Swan, Liverpool, Michael 3, born Old Swan, Liverpool, Elizabeth 7 months, born Kirkdale, Liverpool. 
Mikra British Cemetery, Kalamaria, Greece. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com The service records have survived for Michael. He enlisted at Liverpool on 28th December 1914, giving his age as 36 years and 9 months and his occupation as a Farrier. He is 5 feet 2 1/2 inches tall, weighs 136 pounds, and has a chest measurement of 38 1/2 inches. Michael is listed as having false teeth. He gives his next of kin as his wife Martha of 499 Prescot Road, Old Swan, Liverpool. Two children are listed for Michael and Martha, James born 19/09/1912 and Michael born 22/04/1914. 
Michael's signature on his enlistment papers A reference from Michael's employers at 111 Arundel Avenue, Liverpool, list him as working for them as a Shoeing Smith from 1900 up to his Army enlistment. They consider him very reliable and a first rate Shoeing Smith. The service records for Michael are very slim on detail. In fact there was a real confusion as to where he had served, with the Army finding no records of him serving in France. His wife Martha wrote to them and told them that Michael had returned home on leave on 18th September 1915 after 9 months service in France. He had returned to France on 23rd September and after about four or five weeks he had been transfered to Egypt. A later Army records shows that Michael sailed aboard the "Ultamatia" from Southampton on 18th January 1915, arriving in Havre, France the same day. After home leave he returned to France and on 25th October 1915 he left Marseilles, France for Egypt, arriving in Alexandria on the 20th October. He remained there until 22 November 1915 when he sailed for Salonika where he landed on 28th November. No other records survive and nothing is known about Michael's time in Salonika apart from a document that notes his death. On 26th December 1915 Michael was missing from Camp and a search for him took place. He was found face down in a stream after falling from a cliff edge. Full details can be read in the report below. 
Document reporting Michael's death It is probable that Michael had celebrated Christmas with a few drinks and after visiting friends at their camp had lost his way back to his own camp. Sadly his fall from the cliff had caused him to land or stumble into the stream. The army investigated the matter until 1917, concluding that Michael had died from concussion followed by suffocation, resulting from a fall by misadventure. You can see from the letter below that they refused Martha a pension for herself and the two children as Michael's death had not been during military duty. However on 23rd July 1916 Martha was awarded a pension of 17/6. 
GEORGE McMILLANPrivate 356416, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 2nd/10th Bn. attd. 1st/9th Bn.died 12/08/1916, aged 17. Son of George and Minnie McMillan, of 95, Green Lane, Stoneycroft, Liverpool. Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France. George was born in Everton, Liverpool. Enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 18 Thomson St, Liverpool. George (father) 42, Cork Sorter, Minnie (mother) 42 (married 18 years) Children Robert 17, Boot Repairer, John 14, Van Boy Railway, George 12, School Butchers Errand Boy, Minnie 10, Allan 7, Agnes 5, Elsie 3. Also listed Robert Hutton 41 (Brother of Minnie, Uncle of George) Paper Ruler. All born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 22 Alwell Street, Everton, Liverpool. George (father) 33, Cork Cutter, Minnie (mother) 32. Children Robert 7, John 4, George 2, Minnie 2 months. All born in Liverpool. Also listed Catherine McMillan 64 ( mother of George Snr ) born in Scotland. 
Thiepval Memorial, France Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com JOHN McMILLANPrivate 330663, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 2nd/9th Bn.died 26/12/1917. Remembered at Bleuet Farm Cemetery, Belgium. John was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. It is possible that John is the brother of George listed above. 
Bleuet Farm Cemetery, Belgium. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com MICHAEL JOHN McNAMARARifleman 42853, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/6th Bn.died 23/09/1917, aged 27. Son of John and Mary A. McNamara, of Liverpool. Remembered at Nine Elms British Cemetery, Belgium. Michael was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Died of wounds France and Flanders. 
Nine Elms British Cemetery, Belgium. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com ALEXANDER COLEMAN MICHAELGunner 80183, Machine Gun Corps (Motors) 1st Bty.died 13/03/1919, aged 22. Son of T.A. and E. Michael, of Liverpool. Remembered at Ternlincthun British Cemetery, Wimille, France. 1911 Census. 40 Swan St, Old Swan, Liverpool. Thomas Alfred (father) 42, Cycle Dealer, born Liverpool, Elizabeth (mother) 37, Assistant, born Merton, Flintshire (married 21 years) Children Alexandra 15, Assistant, born Wrexham, Wales, Elsie Maud 12, born Wrexham, Wales, Thomas Alfred 9, born Liverpool, Frank 5, born Liverpool. 1901 Census. 84 Penlon Street, Liverpool. Thomas A (father) aged 34, Machine Engine Driver, born Liverpool, Lizzie (mother) 28, born Flint, Wales. Children Alexander 6, Elsie M 2, both born Flint, Wales. Also listed are Lizzie's Parents Joseph Davies 61, General Labourer, Mary Davies 52, both born Flint, Wales. 
Ternlincthun British Cemetery, Wimille, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com THOMAS.R MITCHELLLance Corporal 11281, Prince of Wales Volunteers, South Lancashire Regiment.died 15/04/1916, aged about 26. Thomas was born in Old Swan, Liverpool. Enlisted at Seafort and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action Mesopotamia. 1911 Census. 35 Sapphire Street, Old Swan, Liverpool. James (father) 50, Beckman L N W Railway, Helena (mother) 48 (married 30 years) Children Thomas 21, Barman, Jennie 19, Annie 17, Margaret 9, Charles 7. All born in Liverpool. FREDERICK MOLECorporal 1445, South Lancashire Regiment, 2nd Bn.died 13/08/1915. Remembered at Dickebusch New Military Cemetery, Belgium. Frederick was born in Newcastle, and enlisted at Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 30 Sedley Street, Anfield, Liverpool. John Henry (father) 53, Wood Working Machinist, married, born Durham, South Shields. Children Frederick 18, Wood Working Machinist, born Durham, Gateshead, Frank 16, Tobacco Manufacturing Assistant, Northumberland, Newcastle on Tyne. 1901 Census. 66 Butler Street, Liverpool. John Henry (father) 43, Sawmill Foreman, born South Shields, Durham, Jane (mother) 43, born Lesbury, Durham. Children George T 18 working, , born Warkworth, Durham, Arthur H 13, Errand Boy, born Warkworth, Elizabeth 13, born Warkworth, William 11, born Warkworth, Frederick 8, born Gateshead, Durham, Frank 5, born Gateshead, Sidney 3, born Gateshead. Jim Scragg has added the following information; Frederick was the seventh of nine children. His mother was Jane Thompson. His parents married in 1878. Their children were Isabella 1878; Thomas William 1880; George Thompson; Arthur Henry; Elizabeth Thompson; William; Frederick; Frank; Sidney. Most of the family had emigrated to Vancouver before the War and Frederick’s brother, Frank, fought in the Canadian forces. Frederick’s great great uncle was the celebrated water-colourist, John Henry Mole bapt Christmas Day 1814. 
Dickebusch New Military Cemetery, Belgium. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com WILLIAM MORTONRifleman 4417, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/6th Bn.died 10/09/1916. Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France. William enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 7 Highfield Square, Old Swan, Liverpool. William (father) 45, Brewers Engineer, born Kirkdale, Liverpool, Johama Adelaide(mother) 43, born Liverpool ( married 18 years ) Children Harold 16, Junior Clerk, born Walton, Liverpool, William 14, born Everton, Liverpool, Elizabeth May 8, born West Derby, Liverpool.
Thiepval Memorial, France Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com GEORGE MOSSPrivate 24362, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 19th Bn.died 30/07/1916. Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France. George was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders.
Thiepval Memorial, France Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com GEORGE ARTHUR MOULTONPrivate 357349, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 2nd/10th Bn.died 08/05/1917, aged 27. Son of E. and Emily Moulton, of 15, Endsleigh Rd., Liverpool. Native of London. Remembered at Erquinghem-Lys Churchyard Extension, France. 1911 Census. 13 Barrymore Road, Liverpool. John Ernest (father) 48, Pianoforte Regulator, born Knightsbridge, London, Emily (mother) 46, born Dover, Kent (married 25 years) Child George Arthur 20, Pianoforte Tuner, born Hampstead, London. 
Erquinghem-Lys Churchyard Extension, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com JOSEPH MURPHYCorporal 242308, Lancashire Fusiliers, 2nd/6th Bn.died 09/10/1917, aged 20. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Murphy, of 14, Gidlow Rd., Stanley, Liverpool. Remembered at Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium. Joseph enlisted in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders 
Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium. Photograph Courtesy of Pierre Vandervelden JAMES EDWARD MURPHYBoy 1st Class J/27313, Royal Navy, H.M.S. "Albion."died 25/04/1915, aged 17. Born in Williamstown, Co, Dublin. Son of Patrick and Margaret Murphy, of 28, St. Ives Grove, Stanley, Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Chatham Naval Memorial, England. 
H.M.S. Albion 
Chatham Naval Memorial, England. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com WILLIAM MYATTPrivate 2201, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 8th Bn.died 29/08/1915, aged 18. Son of Henry and Fanny Myatt, of 35, St. Ives Grove, Stanley, Liverpool. Born at Manchester. Remembered at Terlincthun British Cemetery, Wimille, France. William was born in C-on-M Manchester, enlisted Liverpool, and resided Stanley, Liverpool. Died of wounds France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 35 St Ives Grove, Liverpool. Henry (father) 41, Engineer, born Staffs, Stoke on Trent, Fanny (mother) 37, born Manchester. Children William 14, Apprentice, born Manchester (All other Children born in Liverpool) Arthur 11, Fred 9, Sarah 6, Eleanor 5, Edith 3, Albert 5 months. William's sister Eleanor (known as Nelly) was the sacristan of St. Anne's in the 1980s. She raised 7 children in the same house that the family lived – 35 St Ives Grove – which was a 2 up 2 down. How they managed is unbelievable!
Ternlincthun British Cemetery, Wimille, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com WILLIAM HEDLEY NEWBYGunner 1170, Royal Field Artillery, 1st West Lancs Bde.died 03/08/1916, aged 19. Son of John J. and Ida L. Newby, of 23, Brookland Rd., Stoneycroft, Liverpool. Remembered at Peronne Road Cemetery, Maricourt, France. 1901 Census. 4 Baines Place, Everton, Liverpool. John Jos (father) 28, Hide Factors Warehouseman, born Liverpool, Ida L (mother) 28, born Bury. Children William H 4, John 2. Children born in Liverpool. 
Peronne Road Cemetery, Maricourt, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com JOHN ALFRED NIXONPrivate TR/3/21200, Training Reserve, 68th Bn. Secondary Regiment: Labour Corps, (205055) 731st Area Employment Coy.died 11/09/1918. Remembered at Euston Road Cemetery, Colincamps, France. John was born and enlisted in Liverpool. Died France and Flanders. 1901 Census. 29 Sutton Street, Liverpool. George (father) 45, Coachman/Groom, born Delamere, Cheshire, Emily A (mother) 43, born London. Children James E 18, Plumber, born West Derby, Liverpool, Emily E 17, born Waterloo, Liverpool, George F 13, born Seaforth, Liverpool, Arthur W 11, born Seaforth, Martha 10, born Seaforth, John A 6, born West Derby, Liverpool. 1881 Census. 10 Bedford Place, Litherland, Liverpool. George (father) 36, Coachman, Emily A (mother) 33, born Leicester ( London listed in 1901 ) Children James E 8, Emily E 7, George 3, Arthur W 1, Martha F 1 month. 
Euston Road Cemetery, Colincamps, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com CHARLES NOTT
Lieutenant, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 9th Bn. died 08/10/1915, aged about 23. Remembered at Loos Memorial, France. Charles Nott, born 29 April 1891 in West Derby, Liverpool. He was the eldest son of Mrs Nott of 37, Kremlin Drive, Stoneycroft, near Liverpool. Formerly Pte 2247 of the 1/9th King's Liverpool Regt. He enlisted on 6th August 1914, going to France with the battalion on 12/03/15. He was discharged to commission 18/04/15, and was killed in action at Loos 08/10/15. 1911 Census. 95 Moscow Drive, Liverpool. Kate (mother) 44, Private Means, born Litherland, Liverpool (married 20 years) Children Charles 19, Cabinet Makers Apprentice, Albert Norris 18, Cabinet Makers Apprentice, Alice Beaver 17, Art Student, Helen Elizabeth Charlotte 15, George Smethurst 14. All children born in Liverpool. Charles is listed on the 1901 Census at 95 Moscow Drive, West Derby. 
Loos Memorial, France Photographs Courtesy of Pierre Vandervelden 
Charles Nott pictured before the outbreak of war 
Obituary for Charles in The Times 23/10/15. 
Entry for Charles in De Ruvigny's roll of honour 
Scroll noting that Charles was mentioned in despatches. He was recommended for a Military Cross Medal but nothing came of it. 
Service medals and plaque for Charles Nott 
War scroll for Charles WILLIAM.H OPIEPrivate 32886, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 12th Bn.died 16/08/1917, aged 36. Son of William Daniel and Isabella Opie. Remembered at Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium William was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 
William's war medals 1911 Census. 402 Prescot Road, 1a Ennismore Road, Liverpool. William D (father) 59, Tailor Maker, Isabella (mother) 55, Cigar Maker (married 34 years) Children William H 29, Engineers Assistant, Florence 28. All born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 22 Langrove Street, Liverpool. William D (father) 48, Taylor, Isabella (mother) 45, Cigar Maker. Children William H 19, Tobacco Maker, Florence 18, Tobacco Packer, Sarah McMillan 48, Housekeeper, Alexander McMillan 28, Tobacco Packer. 1891 Census. 22 Langrove Street, Liverpool. William D (father) 39, Taylor, Isabella (mother) 34, Cigar Maker. Children William 9, Florence 8. Also listed Sarah McMillan 37 ( sister of Isabella ) widowed, Housekeeper, Alexander MaMillan 18 (Son of Sarah, Cousin of William ) Tobacco Packer. All born in Liverpool.
Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium. Photograph Courtesy of Pierre Vandervelden JOHN ORMEPrivate 245157, The Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, 2nd/5th Bn.died 26/10/1917, aged about 26. Remembered at Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium. John was born and enlisted in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 2 College Street North, Everton, Liverpool. John (father) 51, Printer Compositor, born Lancashire, Aughton (married 23 years) Children Elizabeth 22, Shorthand Writer And Typist, John 20, Printer Compositor Apprentice, Edith 17. Children born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 88 Aughton Street, Everton, Liverpool. John (father) 41, Printer, Compositer, born Aughton, Mary J (mother) 37, born Liverpool. Children Elizabeth E 12, John 10. Children born in Liverpool. 
Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium Photograph Courtesy of Pierre Vandervelden The service records for John have survived. John joined the Army reserve on 12th December 1916. He enlisted at Seaforth on 17th October 1916 as private 7135 with The Kings Liverpool Regiment. He gives his age as 25 years and 20 days, and his occupation as a Compositer. John is 5 feet 3 1/4 inches tall, weighs 109 pounds, and has a chest measurement of 34 inches. His next of kin is given as his Mother Mary Jane Orme of 3 Highfield Street, Stoneycroft, Liverpool. 
John's signature on his enlistment papers John is transfered to the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment as private 510270, later changing to Private 245157. He leaves England from Southampton on 8th February 1917, arriving in Havre, France the following day. On 28th April 1917 John is proceeding to the front line trenches at the Cordonnerie sector in Fromelles, France when he injures his left ankle. He is admitted to hospital with a sprained ankle and an inquiry is held to discover how the accident happened. John's Lieutenant Colonel forwards a document stating that no blame lies with John for his injury. The matter is declared an accident.
Document forwarded by John's Lieutenant Colonel John returns to duty on 11th May 1917. Sadly he is killed in action on 26th October 1917. John was awarded the British War Medal, and The Victory Medal. 
Army document stating John's items to be returned to his father 
Receipt for John's medals signed by his father ARCHIE EDWARD OSMONDLance Corporal 41883, North Staffordshire Regiment, Depot.died 02/01/1919. Remembered at Stanley (St Anne) Churchyard, England. Archie is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. Archie is the brother of Ernest listed below. 1911 Census. 23 St Oswald St, Old Swan, Liverpool. Samuel Jas (father) 44, Photographer, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Sarah Jane (mother) 43, Shopkeeper, born born Bristol, Gloucestershire (married 25 years) Children Pecival Albert 23, Asst Ships Steward, born Pembroke Dock, Pembroke, Gwen Maud 21, Wire Worker Electrical, born Milford Haven, South Wales, Ernest Arthur 18, Grocers Assistant, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Archibald Edward 16, Railway Porter, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Gladys Ellen 14, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Lillian May 12, born Bristol, Gloucestershire. 1901 census. 24 Roade Street, Litherland, Liverpool. Samuel J (father) 36, Boiler Maker, born Bristol, Sarah J (mother) born Bristol. Children Percival J 12, born Pembrokeshire, Wales, Owen M 10, born Milford Haven, Wales, Ernest A 8, born Bristol, Archie E 6, born Bristol, Gladys E 4, born Bristol, Lillian M 2, born Bootle, Liverpool. 
The family grave at St Anne's churchyard where Archie is buried with his mother Sarah Jane. Ernie is also mentioned on the headstone. Sadly the stone has fallen and is lying flat on the grave. Though fallen, it is still in very good condition. ERNEST ARTHUR OSMONDGunner 137258, Royal Garrison Artillery, 39th Siege Bty.died 15/11/1918, aged 27. Son of Samuel James and Sarah Jane Osmond, of 23, St. Oswald St., Old Swan, Liverpool. Brother of 41883, Cpl. Archie E. Osmond, 8th Bn. N. Staffordshire Regt., died of wounds 2nd Jan., 1919; buried in Liverpool. Born at Bristol. Remembered at Terlincthun British Cemetery, Wimille, France Ernest is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. Ernest is the brother of Archie listed above 1911 Census. 23 St Oswald St, Old Swan, Liverpool. Samuel Jas (father) 44, Photographer, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Sarah Jane (mother) 43, Shopkeeper, born born Bristol, Gloucestershire (married 25 years) Children Pecival Albert 23, Asst Ships Steward, born Pembroke Dock, Pembroke, Gwen Maud 21, Wire Worker Electrical, born Milford Haven, South Wales, Ernest Arthur 18, Grocers Assistant, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Archibald Edward 16, Railway Porter, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Gladys Ellen 14, born Bristol, Gloucestershire, Lillian May 12, born Bristol, Gloucestershire. 1901 census. 24 Roade Street, Litherland, Liverpool. Samuel J (father) 36, Boiler Maker, born Bristol, Sarah J (mother) born Bristol. Children Percival J 12, born Pembrokeshire, Wales, Owen M 10, born Milford Haven, Wales, Ernest A 8, born Bristol, Archie E 6, born Bristol, Gladys E 4, born Bristol, Lillian M 2, born Bootle, Liverpool.
Terlincthun British Cemetery, Wimille, France Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com E.A OWENSR OWENSDAVID PAGANRifleman 41839, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/6th Bn.died 31/07/1917, aged 29. Son of Sarah and the late John Pagan; husband of Mary E. Pagan, of 45, Herrick St., Stanley, Liverpool. Remembered at Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, Belgium. David was born in West Derby, Liverpool. Enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 9 Shaftesbury Terrace, Old Swan, Liverpool. David 24, General Labourer, married to Mary Ellen 26 (married 2 years) Child Robert 1. All born in Liverpool. Also listed Emily Weaver 32 (sister of Mary Ellen) born Flinstshire, Whitchurch, and her children Wallace Weaver 7, Philip Arthur Weaver 5, Bronurn Emily Weaver 3. Children born in Wavertree, Liverpool. 1901 Census 24 Goshen Street, Liverpool. Sarah (mother) 50, widowed. Children Margaret 19, General Servant, David 14, Bakers Boy, Robert 12, Edwin 9. All born in Liverpool. 1891 Census. 54 Childers Street, Liverpool. John (father) 43, Butcher, born Scotland, Sarah (mother) 40, born Liverpool. Children John 20, Cattle Driver, Thomas 15, Porter, James 15, Shop Messanger, Sarah J 13, Margaret 9, Janet 7, Ann 6, David 4, Robert 2. All children born West Derby Liverpool except Margaret aged 9 born Kirkdale, Liverpool. 
Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, Belgium. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com PERCY JAMES PARKINSONPrivate 20/30102, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 13th Bn.Died 03/05/1917. Remembered at Dury Crucifix Cemetery, France. Percy was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1901 Cenus. 59 Overbury Street, Liverpool. James (father) 32, Greengrocer, born Liverpool, Lizzie E (mother) 32, born Chesterton Staffordshire. Children Henry B 8, Percy J 6, Gertrude L 4, Ernest 2, Muriel J 5 months. All children born in Liverpool. 
Dury Crucifix Cemetery, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com J.N PARTINGTONPERCY PARTINGTON1911 Census. 24 Highfield Square, Old Swan, Liverpool.John (father) 54, Clerk To Coal Merchant, born Lancashire, Westhoughton, Margaret Jane (mother) 50 (married 25 years) Children Wilbraham William 23, Clerk, born Bolton, Percy 19, Warehouseman, born Bolton. RICHARD PAYNEPrivate 33648, Cheshire Regiment, 9th Bn.died 04/07/1916. Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France. Richard was born in Grasenhall,Norfolk and enlisted in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. Formerley 14955 King's Liverpool Regiment. 1911 Census. 31 Albany Road, Liverpool. Alfred William (father) 59, Joiner, born Gressenhall, Norfolk, Emily (mother) 58, born Norwich, Norfolk (married 35 years) Children Richard 20, Labourer Gardening, born Gressenhall, Norfolk, George 16, Printer Letter Press, born Gressenhall, Norfolk. 
Entry for Richard in De Ruvigny's roll of honour ORLANDO H PLATTPrivate M/349731, Royal Army Service Corps, 15th Road Sect.died 18/02/1919, aged 30. Son of Jane Ann Platt, of 30, Goschen St., Stanley, Liverpool. Remembered at Longuenesse (St Omer) Souvenir Cemetery, France. Orlando is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. 1911 Census. 38 Goschen St, Stanley, Liverpool. Jane Ann (mother) 61, Widowed. Children Lander 24, Shop Porter, Albert 16, Metal Melt. All born in Liverpool. Orlando not listed. 1901 Census. 15 Leigh Street, Liverpool. Edward (father) 48, General Labourer, Jane A (mother) 51. Children Ellen 19, Orlando 17, William 15, Stanley 11, Leah 9, Albert 5. All born in Liverpool. 1891 Census. 21 Derby Street, Liverpool. Edward (father) 39, Road Labourer, Jane A (mother) 40. Children Edward 11, Orlando 7, William 4, Stanley 1. 1881 Census. 28 Derby Street, Liverpool. Edward (father) 28, General Labourer, Jane A (mother) 30. Children Emma 8, Elizabeth 4, Edward younger than 1. Elizabeth died 1881 Liverpool aged 4. 
Longuenesse (St Omer) Souvenir Cemetery, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com WILLIAM HENRY PLATTPrivate 8397, South Lancashire Regiment, 1st Bn.died 26/02/1916 in India. Remembered at Delhi Memorial (India Gate) India. Buried, Quetta Govt. Cem. 2307. William is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. William was born and resided in Liverpool. Enlisted at Warrington. William may be the brother of Orlando listed above. JOHN WILLIAM POMFRETPrivate 10999, South Lancashire Regiment, 6th Bn.died 10/08/1915. Remembered at Helles Memorial, Turkey. John is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. John was born and enlisted in Liverpool. Killed in action Gallipoli. JOHN PRESCOTTDriver 4065, Royal Field Artillery. Secondary Regiment: Royal Garrison Artillery, 55th Anti-Aircraft Sect.died in Egypt 31/10/1918, aged 40. Son of Henry and Elizabeth Prescott, of Liverpool Served in the South African Campaign. Remembered at Alexandria (Hadra) War Memorial Cemetery, Egypt. John was born and enlisted in Liverpool. 
Alexandria (Hadra) War Memorial Cemetery, Egypt. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com ERNEST RAMSDENPrivate 303173, Manchester Regiment, 1st/8th Bn.died 06/11/1918, aged 26. Husband of F. J. Ramsden, of 80, Ronald St., Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Hargnies Communal Cemetery, Nord, France. Ernest is listed on St Anne's school war memorial. Ernest was born and enlisted in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. Formerly 188002, R.F.A 1911 Census. 23 Highfield Road, Liverpool. Alfred (father) 40, Gardener Jobbing, born Yorks, Wakefield, Emily (mother) 40, born Cheshire, Northwich (married 19 years) Children Ernest 18, Grocer's Assistant, Emily 16, Domestic, Alfred Percy 12, Arthur Frederick 19, Albert Edward 6, Wilfred Sydney 2. All Children born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 32 Childers Street, Liverpool. Alfred (father) 30, Gardener, born Wakefield, Yorkshire, Emily (mother) 30, born Northwich, Cheshire. Children Ernest 8, Emily 6, Amy E 4, Alfred 2. All children born in Liverpool. 
Hargnies Communal Cemetery, Nord, France. Photograph Courtesy of Pierre Vandervelden FRANCIS MAYBANK RANGERDriver T4/252748, Army Service Corps, 661st Coy.died in UK 06/10/1918, aged about 22. Remembered at Liverpool ( Kirkdale ) Cemetery, England. Francis was born Everton, Liverpool. Enlisted at Liverpool and in Stanley, Liverpool. 1911 Census. 4 Barrymore Rd, Liverpool. A bit of confusion here. No parents are listed but all the children from 1901 are living here. However the first two are listed with different surnames and as Step siblings. Ellen Barbara Hassel 19, born Manchester (Ranger in 1901) Francis Maybank Hassel 15 (This is Francis who is no doubt named Ranger?) Junior Clerk Ship, born Everton, Liverpool, Robert Reginald Ranger 11, born Everton, Liverpool, Mabel Louise Ranger 9, born Everton, Liverpool, Dora Alice Ranger 8, born Everton, Liverpool. 1901 census. 1 Richmond Grove, Everton, Liverpool. Robert (father) 28, Journeyman Baker, born Guildford, Surrey, Ellen (mother) 30, born Liverpool. Children Ellen 9, born Manchester, Frank 5, born Liverpool, Robert 1, born Liverpool. Francis is the brother of Robert listed below. ROBERT REGINALD RANGERAssistant Baker, Mercantile Marine, S.S. "Dwinsk" (London)died 18/06/1918, aged 18. Son of Robert Ranger, of 4, Barrymore Rd., Stanley, Liverpool, and the late Ellen Ranger. Born at Everton. Remembered at Tower Hill Memorial, England. At 0920 on the 18th June, 1918, Dwinsk was torpedoed bu U-151. The torpedo struck the ship in No 4 hold making a large hole. The ship listed to port and the Master decided to abandon ship, which was done in 7 boats. The submarine then came to the surface and attacked her by gunfire, one round hit the magazine which exploded. The ship sank at about 11.15am. Some crew members survived but sadly, Robert was not among them. 
S.S. Dwinsk 1911 Census. 4 Barrymore Rd, Liverpool. A bit of confusion here. No parents are listed but all the children from 1901 are living here. However the first two are listed with different surnames and as Step siblings. Ellen Barbara Hassel 19, born Manchester (Ranger in 1901) Francis Maybank Hassel 15, Junior Clerk Ship, boen Everton, Liverpool, Robert Reginald Ranger 11, born Everton, Liverpool, Mabel Louise Ranger 9, born Everton, Liverpool, Dora Alice Ranger 8, born Everton, Liverpool. 1901 census. 1 Richmond Grove, Everton, Liverpool. Robert (father 28, Journeyman Baker, born Guildford, Surrey, Ellen (mother) 30, born Liverpool. Children Ellen 9, born Manchester, Frank 5, born Liverpool, Robert 1, born Liverpool. Robert is the brother of Francis listed above. 
Tower Hill Memorial, England Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com CHARLES ARTHUR ANGER READDY Lance Corporal 32232, East Lancashire Regiment, 8th Bn. died 22/09/1917, aged about 21. Remembered at Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium. Charles was born in Kensington, Liverpool and enlisted at Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. Formerly 17704, Liverpool Regiment. Awarded the Military Medal. Charles' father was the organist of St. Anne's from 1893 to 1910 when he died at the age of 46. He is buried in St. Anne's churchyard. 1911 Census. 22 Leopold Road, Liverpool. Rosa Ann (mother) 42, Widowed, born Bristol, Gloucester. Children George Henry Francis 19, Clerk Tobacco Trade, Charles Arthur Anger 15, Elsie Constance 8, Ethel Lilian 5. All children born in Liverpool. 1901 Census. 83 Tweed Street, Liverpool. George H (father) 37, Professor of music, born London, Rosa A (mother) 32, born Bristol. Children George H F 9, Charles A A 5, Eric S 2, Dorothy A 8 months. All children born in Liverpool. 
Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium Photographs Courtesy of Pierre Vandervelden LAWRENCE REDMONDNo CWGC record is listed for Lawrence. However his pension records are available.Lawrence signed up on 16th December 1914 in Liverpool, joining the King's Liverpool Regiment with the service number 23649. He gave his age on enlistment as 21 years, his address as 416 Prescot road, Stanley, Liverpool and his occupation as a Clerk. Lawrence was born in Liverpool and is single. He is 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighs 130 pounds, and has a chest measurement of 35 inches. His complexion is Dark, eyes Hazel and hair Brown. The records note that he has slight flat feet. His next of kin is given as his mother Frances Isabella Redmond of 416 Prescot Road.  Signature of Lawrence on his enlistment papers Lawrence is posted as a Private with the 17th Service Battalion, King's Liverpool regiment. In January 1915 he is given a weeks home leave, returning to his barracks at Prescot on 15th January 1915 Lawrence falls ill with a severe head cold and is admitted to hospital in Southport. His Battalion leaves for France and Lawrence is left behind. He is then posted to the Depot on 7th May 1915 before another posting to the 3rd King's Liverpool on 20th July 1915. Then on 4th August 1915 he is posted to the 21st Reserve Battalion, King's Liverpool regiment. He is appointed unpaid Lance Corporal on 20th March 1916. Lawrence is given leave 3 weeks home leave in March 1916. He returns to his regiment at Formby camp on 1st April 1916 and is immediately sent to a field hospital at Altcar for the next 10 days due to him coughing up Phlegm. He is then transfered to the VAD hospital in Southport. Lawrence remains very ill and a medical officer looks at his case. He writes in his report on Lawrence. "Symptons started in January 1915. Severe cold in head and on chest, when he was off duty at home for one week. Afterwards he was left behind for home service, at which he continued until April 1st 1916 suffering from cough and irritability of throat during the whole time from outset until April 1st 1916, when he went home for 3 weeks. Returning to his regiment at Formby camp and being sent immediately to Altcar hospital for 10 days, and then onto VAD haspital, Southport. Suffering from phlegm in cough, night sweats and weight loss. Present weight 7 stone 12 pounds, He says his weight on enlistment (Dec 1914) was over 10 stone" The rest of the writing is hard to read. but the doctor diagnoses pulmonary tuberculosis. He also states that Lawrence should be discharged and should recieve an Army pension as his original infection is permanent. In his opinion he will be unable to work in civilian life within the next 12 months and long term will depend on how his chest reacts. On 21st June 1916 at Preston, Lawrence is discharged from service as unfit for Military duty and returns home to Liverpool. His age at discharge is recorded as 22 years and 6 months, and his character as very good. It is probable that his mother Francis nursed him when he returned back home. Sadly Lawrence passes away in Liverpool in the second quarter (April-June) 1917.  Army Pension Document For Lawrence I would like to thank Martin Jones for supplying photographs of Lawrence's family business. 
The Stanley Pork shop The Stanley Pork shop was located between Gidlow road and Herrick street, and close to St Anne's church. The lady in the doorway is Lawrence's mother Frances Isabella Redmond who ran the shop. It is not known if Lawrence is one of the boys in the picture. 1911 Census. 416 Prescot Road, Stanley, Liverpool. Frances Isabella (mother) 45, Pork Butcher, Widowed, born Sheffield, Yorkshire. Children Lawrence 17, Assisting Pork Butcher, John 16, Assisting Pork Butcher, Walter 12. All children born in Liverpool. Also listed Charlotte Love 70 (mother of Frances, Grandmother of Lawrence) born Isle of Man, Elizabeth Ann Love 32 (sister of Frances, Aunt of Lawrence) born Liverpool. And Charles Keitel 27 Pork Butcher ( no relation ) born Germany. 1901 Census. 25 Makin Street, Walton, Liverpool. Lawrence J (father) 44, Cooper, born Ireland, Frances I (mother) 35, born Sheffield. Children Lawrence 7, John 6, Walter 2. All children born in Liverpool. Lawrence Redmond (father) died 1912 in Liverpool aged 55. I thought it would be interesting to try and find out what happened to Charles Keitel at the outbreak of war as he was born in Germany. With the help of others I have found a few details for him. August the 4th 1912 Charles married Lena Conrad at St Saviour's church in Breckfield Road. They are both living at Lena's parents home 277 Breck Road in Liverpool. Charles is still a Pork Butcher and so is Lena's father George, Lena's mother is also called Lena. So Charles is moving in the circles of his profession. Charle's father is listed as Michael, a Tanner by trade, and Lawrence Redmond (Soldier listed above) is listed as a witness to the marriage meaning Charles and Lawrence must have been good friends. I do wonder if they are the two young men in the photo above? But we have no way of telling. In 1913 a son is born to the couple named Charles C Keitel. After this nothing can be found, what happened to them we can only guess. Did Charles return to Germany to join the army? I would doubt this very much. He had been living in England and married an English woman ( she may have been from a German family ) so why would he fight the English? He could easily have changed his name to something like Kettle or Keats so as to avoid the growing anger towards German people living here. Then of course he is part of the Pork Butcher profession and they may have helped him change his name completely or help him and his family move away to a area were nobody would have know Charles was born in Germany. He may have been intered by the British as an alien. This is all assumption and we can only guess. Hopefully one day details will turn up of just what happened to the family. Charles William Hogg was 18 when he watched the 1915 May anti German riots stemming from the sinking of the Lusitania in Liverpool. He witnessed the attack on the Conrad Premises at 277 Breck Road and remembered how a grand piano was pushed out of an upstairs window. Nearly all the German Pork Butchers were attacked along with Germans following other trades like Charles Bobby and family who were pub licensees. At this time Charles Hogg's grandmother took the Bobby children to stay in their home. From this report we know that the Conrad shop/home was attacked. Charles and his family would have had to flee, but where too? Was it out of the city or the country? Did they get help in Liverpool? The Redmond family who ran the Stanley Pork shop may have helped them. As the Conrad premises were attacked in May 1915 was George Conrad also of German birth? I can find no record for a marriage between him and his wife Lena. At the start of WW1 75% of the Pork Butcher shops in Liverpool were run by German families, at the end of the war there were no German butchers remaining. Many had been rounded up along with other Germans working and living here and sent to alien camps on the Isle of Man, later many were returned to Germany. Others we know were helped by friends from the communities that they had become such a part of. A Frederick Michael Keitel from Germany,a resident in Rothwell Yorkshire ,was given his naturalisation certificate in 1908. On died 26th December 1937 Frederick died at of Commercial Road Rothwell Yorkshire. Probate of £12249 5s 11d was granted in London to. John Edward Graves General dealer and Christian Rhon pork butcher. In 1901 at 88 Commercial Street, Rothwell, Yorkshire. Frederick is listed as a Shopkeeper/Pork Butcher. Born Kroffenbach,Germany. Also living at the addres is 17 year old Christian Rohn, an apprentice Pork Butcher, born Zimmern, Germany. A marriage from 1932 in Wakefield list John E Graves and Alice Keitel. Is there a connection between Charles Keitel in Liverpool and Frederick Keitel in Yorkshire? They were both born in Germany, they were both Pork Butchers, it is very possible that they were also related. WALTER HAROLD REECEPrivate 202151, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st Bn.died between 21/03/1918 and 26/03/1918, aged 22. Son of Frederick G. and Ada M. J. Reece, of 39, Sark Rd., Liverpool. Remembered at Arras Memorial, France. Harold enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. 1911 Census. 51 Ronald Street, Stanley, Liverpool. Ada Mary Jayne (mother) 49, born Manchester (married 23 years) Children Florence Effie 16, Dressmaking Apprentice, born Burslem, Staffordshire, Walter Harold 14,Bot Shop Apprentice, born Burslem Staffordshire. JOHN REYNOLDSPrivate 3014, Lancashire Fusiliers, 4th Bn.died 20/02/1918, aged 30. Son of John and Margaret Reynolds; husband of Elizabeth Reynolds, of 2, Wilton Grove, Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Liverpool (Yew Tree) Cemetery, England. John died at Mill Road Hospital in Liverpool. 1911 Census. 28 Leigh St, Old Swan, Liverpool. John (father) 46, Cattle Drover, born West Derby, Liverpool, Margaret (mother) 42, born Old Swan, Liverpool (married 25 years) Children John 24, Labourer, Elizabeth 21, Mary 21 (Twins) Edward 12, Kate 9, Rose 6, Frances 4, Francis 2. All children born Old Swan, Liverpool. RICHARD JOHN REYNOLDSBoy 1st Class J/52406, Royal Navy, H.M.S. Vivid.died 25/10/1916. Aged 16. Son of Mrs. S. J. Hancock, of 27, Herrick St., Old Swan, Liverpool. Remembered at Liverpool (West Derby) Cemetery, England. Richard died of illness at the Royal Navy barracks in Devonport. HMS Vivid was the name of the training barracks in Devonport January 1890 until 1934, when it was renamed DRAKE. It is still in existence today. 
Richard's grave at West Derby cemetery, Liverpool JOSEPH EDMOND RICHARDSONPrivate 28414, Wiltshire Regiment, 1st Bn.died 23/10/1918, aged 23. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Richardson, of 534, Edge Lane, Liverpool; husband of Dorothy Hudson (formerly Richardson), of 4, Richard Kelly Drive, Walton, Liverpool. Remembered at Ovillers New Communal Cemetery, Solesmes, France. Joseph was born, enlisted and resided in Liverpool. Killed in action France and Flanders. Formerly 48625, Cheshire Regiment, and 37410, Labour Corps. 1901 Census. 6 Tapley Place, Liverpool. Richard T (father) 45, Stonemason, born Leeds, Yorkshire, Isabella (mother) 42, born Imgleton, Yorkshire. Children John J 23, Stonemason, Emma 17, Packer in biscuit factory, Eleanor A 13, Isabella 10, Edith A 8, Joseph E 5, Mary F 2. All children born in Liverpool. 
Ovillers New Communal Cemetery, Solesmes, France. Photograph Courtesy of WW1cemeteries.com T RILEY |