A Private with 1st Bn., Bertram died on 21st of April 1915 at the age of 33. 

Bertram was born at Norwich in 1882, a son of James Clifford and Elizabeth H. Tarbox. In 1891 they lived at 1 Fye Bridge, Norwich. By 1901 they had moved to Lowestoft and lived at 8 York Road, and Bertram worked as a stable assistant/groom. 

On 17 January 1907 Bertram married Elizabeth Cook at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft. Bertram was a fisherman living at 61 Wollaston Road, and Elizabeth lived at 51 Reeve Street. By 1911 their home was at 63 Edinburgh Road, Lowestoft.

A Captain with 1st Bn., Karl died on 23rd of April 1915 at the age of 27.  

Karl was born at Penarth, Cardiff on 19 March 1888, a son of Franck Thomas and Edith Maud Arnold. His grandfather was Reverend Charles Thomas Arnold, of Rugby, and his grandmother, Susanna Magdalena Arnold, lived at 4 High Street, Lowestoft. See house on LowestoftOldAndNow.org

Note: In several records he is referred to by his middle name Ferdinand. 

A Private with 1st Bn., Robert died on 24th of April 1915 at the age of 33. 

Robert was born at Toft Monks, near Haddiscoe, in 1881, a son of Frederick and Elizabeth Garwood. In 1881 his family lived at Haddiscoe and by 1891 were living at 9 Brickfield Cottages, Somerleyton.

On 18 May 1902 Robert married Edith Gertrude Spooner at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft. Robert was a labourer and they both lived at 13 Arnold Street. By 1911 they were living at 76 Stanford Street, Lowestoft, and Robert worked as a labourer for the Great Eastern Railway.

A Private with 1st Bn., William died on 24th of April 1915 at the age of 23. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 29 November 1891, a son of Samuel Joseph and Minnie Linder. He was baptised at Saint Peter's Church, Kirkley, on 3 January 1892. In 1901 his family were living at 71 Lawson Road, Lowestoft. By 1911 William's father had died and William worked as a clothier's shop assistant. In September 1914 he worked for Mr. Thomas Foort, clothier, High Street, Lowestoft.  

A Private with 1st Bn., Abiah died on 25th of April 1915 at the age of 33. 

Abiah's actual first name was Obadiah

Abiah was born at Lowestoft in 1882, a son of (Samuel) Richard and Mary Ann Sabberton. In 1891 his family lived at 7 Stevens Street, Lowestoft, and in 1901 were still living at 7 Stevens Street and Abiah worked as a quay labourer. 

Between 1899 and 1903 Abiah served in the Suffolk Artillery Militia. 

An Air Mechanic 2nd Class with No. 1 Training Centre (Halton), Sidney died on 1st of April 1916 at the age of 20.

Sidney was born at Lowestoft on 12 June 1895, a son of William and Rosa Ann Eagle. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 14 August 1895, and his family lived at 9 Selby Street. In 1901 his family lived at 168 Denmark Road, and this was Sidney’s home for the rest of his life. 

In 1911 Sidney studied for, and gained, a first-class certificate in Pitman shorthand (60 words per minute). 

A Seaman with H.M. Trawler Commandant, Stanley died on 2nd of April 1916 at the age of 22. 

Stanley was born at Corton on 7 October 1893, a son of Joseph and Jane Julia Isadore Oakes. In 1901 his family lived at Mill Lane, Corton. Later his parents lived at Gayes Nurseries, 5 Heath Road, Oulton Broad. 

On 31 March 1915 Stanley married Lily May Woods at Saint Peter’s Church, Carlton Colville. Stanley was serving with the Royal Naval Reserve and stated that his home was at Carlton Colville, Lily gave her address as Oulton. Later lily lived at 4 Rock Road Rock Estate, Oulton.

A Lance Corporal with 7th Bn., Henry died on 3rd of April 1916 at the age of 26. 

Henry was born at Lowestoft in 1890, a son of Frederick John and Hannah Baldry. In 1891 his family lived at 60 Tonning Street, Lowestoft, and by 1901 at 16 Haward Street, Lowestoft. In 1911 his family lived at 55 Haward Street and Henry was a house painter.  

A Private with 49th Bn., Arthur died on 3rd of April 1916 at the age of 27. 

Arthur was born at Oulton Broad on 16 April 1887, a son of William and Sarah Ann Rumsby. In 1891 his family lived at Hern House, Beccles Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, and this would be the family home for the rest of Arthur's life. .

Before moving to Canada Arthur served for three years with the Lowestoft Volunteers. 

Note: when Arthur enlisted he gave his first name as Stanley, hence military records list him as Stanley Rumsby rather than Arthur Rumsby. 

A Lance Sergeant with 7th Battalion, Daniel died on 9th of April 1916 at the age of 36.

Daniel, also known as Dan, was born at All Saints, Lewes, Sussex, in 1879, a son of Frederick W. and Helena Isted. In 1891 his family lived at 6 Woodford Green, Walthamstow. By 1898 his family were living at 6 Lodge Place, North Finchley. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, James died on 13th of April 1916 at the age of 26. 

A Gunner with C Reserve Brigade, William died on 14th of April 1916 at the age of 44. 

William was born at Lowestoft in 1874, a son of John and Frances Moore. In 1881 his family lived at 21 Wildes Score East, Lowestoft. In 1891 he lived with his widowed father at Grecian Villas, 2 Till Road, Lowestoft, and was a labourer in a brickyard.  

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Stanley died on 18th of April 1916 at the age of 22.

Stanley was born at Carlton Colville in 1893, a son of James and Ellen Coleman. He was baptised at Saint Peter’s Church, Carlton Colville on 11 June 1893, and his family lived at Carlton Colville. In 1901 his family lived at Low Road, Carlton Colville. By 1911 they were living at 9 Marsh Road, Oulton Broad, and Stanley was a grocer’s assistant.

A Schoolmaster, Robin died on 23 April 1916, at the age of 32.

Robin was born at Ennis, County Clare, in 1884, a son of Robert Thomas and Harriett E. Kirk. In 1891 his family lived at 8 Queens Street, Neithrop, Banbury. By 1901 Robin's family were living at 85 Greenleaf Road, Walthamstow, and Robin was a pupil-teacher with Walthamstow School Board. Later Thomas' parents lived at Bungalow, Chestnut Avenue, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, and then, by 1935, at 20 Worthing Road, Lowestoft.  

A Skipper with H.M. Drifter Clover Bank, Alonzo died on 24th of April 1916 at the age of 52. 

Alonzo was born at Kessingland on 19 April 1864, a son of George and Sarah Strowger. He was baptised at Saint Edmund’s Church, Kessingland, on 15 May 1864. In 1871 his family lived ‘near the sea’ Kessingland. In 1881 their address was The Beach, Kessingland.

In 1892 Alonzo was the Skipper of the trawler Twilight, LT 178, and in 1900 he was the owner of the trawler Renown. 

A Seaman with H.M. Yacht Goissa, William died on 25th of April 1916 at the age of 24. 

William was born at Mutford on 2 August 1891, a son of William and Ann Isabella Grimble. He was baptised at Saint Andrew's Church, Mutford, on 6 September 1891 and his family lived at Mutford. By 1901 his family were living at Francis Terrace, Carlton Road, Pakefield, and by 1915 they were living at 59 Kimberley Road, Lowestoft. Later his parents lived at 9 Saint Leaonard's Road, Lowestoft.

A Private with the 14th Veterinary Hospital, Samuel died on 2nd of April 1917 at the age of 43.

Samuel was born at Badingham, Suffolk, in 1874, a son of William and Eliza London. In 1881 his family lived at Badingham. In 1891 they lived at Locks farm, Hoxne, and Samuel was an agricultural labourer. 

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Clement died on 3rd of April 1917 at the age of 32. 

Clement was born at Griston, near Watton, in 1884, a son of Henry and Martha Crisp. He was baptised at Griston on 9 November 1884.

In 1901 his family were living at White House Cottages, Carlton Colville, and Clement was a carter on a farm. By 1911 they were living at Beccles Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, and Clement worked as a drift net fisherman.

A Pioneer with B Special Company, William died on 5th of April 1917 at the age of 19. 

William was born at Pakefield on 12 July 1897, a son of George and Emily Rolfe. From 12 July 1900 to 7 July 1911 William was a pupil at Cunningham School. In 1901 his family lived at Florence Road, Carlton Colville, and in 1911 at 1 Twyford Cottages, Blackheath Road. In 1915 they lived at 2 Blackheath Road, and later his parents lived at 182 Denmark Road, Lowestoft.

An Able Seaman with S.S. Powhatan (Sunderland), Alfred died on 6th of April 1917 at the age of 28.

Alfred was born at Aldeby, Norfolk, on 29 March 1889, a son of William and Alice Ward. He was baptised at Aldeby on 20 July 1890. In 1891 his family lived at The Street, Aldeby. By 1901 they were living at Wheatacre, Norfolk. Alfred’s mother died in 1902. In 1911 Alfred was a net rope man on the steam drifter Dollar Princess, LT 764, at Lowestoft. Later his father lived at Kimberley Road, Lowestoft.

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler Strathrannock, Stephen died on 6th of April 1917 at the age of 25. 

Stephen was born at Pakefield on 13 February 1892, a son of Robert and Jessie Ann Martin. He was baptised at All Saints’ Church, Pakefield, on 8 May 1892. From 18 March 1895 Stephen was a pupil at Cunningham School. In 1901 his family lived at Cliff Gardens, Pakefield. By 1911 they were living at 9 Beach Street, Pakefield, and Stephen was a herring fisherman. Later his parents lived at 72 Pakefield Street, Kirkley.

A Private with 1st Regiment, Charles died on 8th of April 1917 at the age of 30. 

Charles was born at Great Yarmouth on 8 July 1886, a son of Henry James and Isabel Elizabeth Lane. He was baptised at Gorleston, on 6 August 1886. In 1891 his family lived at The Star Hotel, Great Yarmouth, where is father was the proprietor. By 1901 his family were living at 66 Southtown Road, Gorleston, and Charles was a pupil at Beccles College. By 1911 Charles' father had died and his mother lived at The Hollies, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft. 

A Private with 9th Bn., Charles died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 22. 

Charles was born at Lowestoft in 1895, a son of Minnie Florence Pearce. In 1901 his family lived at 210 Raglan Street, Lowestoft. In 1902 his mother married Walter Edgar Tuddenham and his family lived at 6 Oxford Road, Lowestoft.

A Private with the 5th Battalion, Frederick died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 24. 

Frederick was born at Ely in 1893, a son of Harry and Hannah (Annie) Mary Lord Butler. His father, a G.E.R. railway inspector, died in 1894 and by 1901 Frederick and his mother were living at 101 Stanley Street and his mother worked as a railway waiting room attendant at Lowestoft. 

Frederick married Grace Mildred Barnard at Lowestoft in 1913. They lived at 22 Tonning Street, Lowestoft.

A Private with the 26th Battalion, Frank died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 19. 

Frank was born at Lowestoft in 1898, a son of Herbert and Amelia Wright. In 1901 his family lived at 39 Tonning Street, and by 1911 they were living at 137 Raglan Street.

A Private with the 5th Battalion, William died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 27. 

William was born at Shipmeadow, near Beccles, in 1890 (note some sources state Coddenham, or Beccles, as his place of birth). He was a son of William and Charlotte Jane Aldred. In 1891 his family lived at Beccles and, by 1901, at The Street, Blundeston. Later his parents lived at 2 Crossway Cottages, Corton. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Verdy died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 21. 

Verdy's name is sometimes recorded as Verdi.

Verdy was born at Fincham, Norfolk, a son of Obadiah (OBedier) and Ada Mabel Gray. He was baptised at Acle on 20 February 1898. In 1901 his family lived at 'Two Caravans in Bran Lane', Sprowston, Norwich, and his parents were proprietors of fairground 'swinging-boat' rides. By 1911 they were living at Ashby, near Great Yarmouth, and later Verdy's parents lived at Harbour Road, Lowestoft, and, subsequently, at Heath Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft.

A Private with the 9th Battalion, John died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 23.

John was born at Mutford on 20 April 1893, a son of George and Elizabeth Wingfield. He was baptised at Saint John the Baptist Church, Barnby, on 4 September 1893. His father died in 1895. From 14 March 1898 John was a pupil at Cunningham School. In 1900 his family lived at Kessingland Road and in 1901 at Hall Farm, London Road, Pakefield. In 1911 John worked as a brickyard labourer and lived with his brother George, and sister Elizabeth, at 12 Pretoria Terrace, Rock Estate, Oulton Broad. 

A Private with 7th Bn. Ernest died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 17. 

Ernest was born at Lowestoft in 1896, a son of George and Jane Baldry. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church on 30 October 1896 and his family lived at Melbourne Road. In 1901 his family lived at 36 Melbourne Road and this was still their home in 1911 when Ernest worked as an errand boy at a drapers. 

A Lance Corporal with the 11th Battalion, Henry died on 9th of April 1917 aged 19. 

Henry was born at Lowestoft on 27 July 1897, a son of Henry Goldsmith Balls and Elizabeth Balls. In 1901 his family lived at 21 Alma Road, Lowestoft, and this was still their address in 1911 when Henry worked as a hairdresser's assistant, possibly working with his brother Robert. 

Henry attended Hervey Street School until 1 February 1905 when he became a pupil at Saint John's School, Lowestoft. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Charles died on 9th of April 1917 at the age of 20. 

Charles was born at Gisleham in 1897, a son of David and Caroline Crane. He was baptised at Holy Trinity Church, Gisleham, on 11 March 1897. By 1901 his family were living at Burton's Lodge, Gisleham, and in 1911 they were living at White House Lodge, Gisleham, and Charles worked as a lad on the farm. Subsequently his parents would live at Homestead, Gisleham. 

A Private with 73rd Bn. Alexander died on 10th of April 1917 at the age of 20.

Alexander was born at Blundeston on 24 December 1896, a son of William and Sarah Jane Morris. In 1891 his family lived at Lound Road, Blundeston. By 1911 his family were living at Caro Villa, Kessingland Road, Pakefield, Lowestoft. 

A Private with the 27th Battalion, William died on 10th of April 1917 at the age of 25. 

William was born at Oulton on 16 December 1891, a son of Charles Robert and Bessie Fowler. In 1901 his family lived at Clarence Cottage, Commodore Road, Oulton Broad. Later his family lived at Bridge Road before moving to Plevna Cottage, Commodore Road, Oulton Broad.

A Private with 10th Bn., Ephraim died on 10th of April 1917 at the age of 41. 

Ephraim was born at Kirkley in 1876, a son of Edward and Phoebe Hart. He was baptised at Saint Peter's Church, Kirkley, on 31 December 1876. In 1881 his family lived at 5 Saint George's Road, Lowestoft. By 1891 they were living at 1 Chester Cottages, Lovewell Road, and Ephraim was a labourer at an oil mill. 

A Private with the 5th Battalion, Arthur died on 11th of April 1917 at the age of 36. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft on 8 June 1880, a son of George Henry and Harriet E. Freestone. In 1881 his family lived at 20 Clapham Road, Lowestoft, and by 1891 at 2 Jacob’s Street. In 1901 they lived at 96 Haward Street and Arthur was a grocer’s assistant. Later his family lived at 241 Raglan Street. 

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler Amy, Arthur died on 11th of April 1917 at the age of 18. 

Arthur was born at Hedenham, Norfolk, on 13 June 1899, a son of Charles and Eliza Spink. He was baptised at Hedenham on 24 September 1899. In 1901they lived at a cottage at Station Road, Tivetshall Saint Margaret, Norfolk. By 1907 Arthur’s mother had died and his father had married Harriet Hext. In 1911 they lived at Geldeston Road, Gillingham. Later his parents lived at Holy Farm Lane Mutford. 

A Seaman with S.S. Vine Branch, Richard died on 11th of April 1917 at the age of 21. 

Richard was born at London on 8 April 1896, a son of Richard and Emily Eliza Taylor. Between 6 February 1901 and 25 May 1903 Richard attended Saint Martin-in-the-Fields School, London, and at this time his family lived at the Fire Station, Scotland yard. By 1911 the family had moved to Oulton Broad and lived at 2 Providence Cottages, Commodore Road. By September 1914 they were living at 2 Striving Terrace, Oulton Broad, and later his parents lived at 2 Flegg Villas, Oulton Broad.

A Trimmer with H.M. Trawler Amy. Jacob died on 11th of April 1917 at the age of 32. 

Jacob was born at Peckham, London, on 9 June 1884, a son of Thomas and Eliza Stratford. He was baptised at Camden Church, Peckham Road, Camberwell, on 12 October 1884, and his family lived at 2 Lisford Street. In 1891 his family lived at 2 Caln Street, Camberwell. Arthur attended Cator Street School and between 18 November 1893 and 16 December 1897 he attended Arthur Street School: about this time his family lived at 4 Fenham Road.  

A Private with the 16th Battalion, Alfred died on 11th of April 1917 at the age of 31.

Alfred was born at Freethorpe, Norfolk, on 11 May 1885, a son of Alfred and Martha Shorten. In 1891 his family lived at Shipdham, Norfolk. By 1901 they were living at Yarmouth Road, Oulton, and Alfred was an agricultural labourer. In 1911 they lived at Park Hill, Oulton, and Alfred was a brickfield labourer. Later his family lived at 24 The Street, Oulton. He was a brother of Hubert Shorten. 

A Trumpeter with A Squadron, 1/1st Essex Yeomanry, Arthur died on 11th of April 1917 at the age of 26. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft on 25 July 1890, a son of Thomas W. and Lucy Elizabeth Tibbenham. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church, Lowestoft, on 14 September 1890 and his family lived at 14 New Nelson Street. By 1901 they were living at 12 Trafalgar Street. Later his parents lived at 132 Carlton Road. 

In 1911 Arthur was living at Fernbank, East Runton, Norfolk, and working as a grocer’s assistant. Subsequently he lived at Bungay.

A Gunner with 14th Heavy Artillery Group, Harry died on 12th of April 1917 at the age of 40. 

Harry was born at Oulton Broad on 15 December 1876, a son of Charles Thomas and Mary Elizabeth Chipperfield. He was baptised at Saint Michael’s Church, Oulton, on 10 June 1877. In 1881 his family lived at Mutford Bridge, Oulton. By 1891 they lived at 6 Beccles Road, Oulton, and Harry was a butcher’s assistant working with his father. In 1901 they lived at the Butcher’s Shop, Cambridge House, Bridge Road, Oulton. Harry’s father died in 1911 and later his mother moved to Streatham, London.

A Boatswain with Steam Trawler Andromache. Thomas died on 12th of April 1917 at the age of 38. 

Thomas was born at Lowestoft in 1880, a son of William Henry and Mary Smith. In 1881 his family lived at at 1881 3 Clement Square, and by 1891 at 4 Albany Cottages, Carlton Road, which was still their home in 1901. By 1911 they were living at 2 Birds Lane, Kirkley.

Thomas worked as a fisherman (possibly with the trawler Cecilia in 1901 or the trawler Elizabeth Swan). 

A Private with 7th Bn., Robert died on 12th of April 1917 at the age of 19. 

Robert was born at Somerleyton on 27 November 1897, a son of Hebert and Frances Maria Kitson. He was baptised at Saint Mary's Church, Somerleyton, on 2 October 1898.

In 1901 his family lived at The Street, Somerleyton, and by 1911 were living at Staith Cottages, Somerleyton. 

A Private with the 2nd Battalion, Sidney died on 12th of April 1917 at the age of 25. 

Sidney was born at Blundeston in 1892, a son of John and Alice Slater. He was baptised at Saint Mary’s Church, Blundeston, on 7 February 1892. In 1901 his family lived at Market Lane, Blundeston. By 1911 they were living at Oak Tree House, Blundeston Road, Corton, and Sidney was a gardener. It is likely that he was a market gardener working with his father. 

A Captain with C Company, 10th Battalion, Harry died on 13th of April 1917 at the age of 29. 

Harry was born at Lowestoft in 1888, a son of Frank and Mary Lorina Peskett. He was baptised at Saint John the Baptist Church, Shadinfield, on 8 January 1888. In 1891 his family lived at 148 London Road, Lowestoft. Harry’s mother died when Harry was quite young and his father remarried. By 1901 the family were living at 3 High Street, Lowestoft. From 1902 Harry was a pupil at Ipswich School. 

A First Mate with S.S. Strathcona (Hamilton, Ontario), Robert died on 13th of April 1917 at the age of 55. 

Robert was born at Lowestoft on 8 February 1862, a son of James Albert and Eliza Clarke. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 1 May 1870. In 1871 his family lived at Wilde’s Score. Later Robert’s mother lived at Bemment’s Buildings, Saint Peter’s Street, and subsequently at 37 Albert Street. 

A Private with 8th Bn. George died on 14th of April 1917 at the age of 33. 

George was born at Lowestoft in 1884, a son of William and Jane Savory. In 1891 his family lived at 123 Wollaston Road and this was still their home in 1901. 

On 19 July 1903 George married Mary Ann Grimble at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft. By 1911 they were living at 24 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, with George's parents, and George worked as a bricklayer. Mary died in 1912. 

A Deck Hand with Trawler Dalmatian (Boston), Frederick died on 15th of April 1917 age 14. 

Frederick was born at Lowestoft on 9 June 1902, a son of Joseph William and Charlotte Corbin. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church on 27 June 1902 and his family lived at 68 Stanford Street. By 1911 his family were living at 29 Sandringham Road. (Note his parents were often know as Joseph and Lottie).

A Private with the 1/4th Battalion, Frank died of wounds on 15th of April 1917 at the age of 24. 

Frank was born at Lowestoft in 1893, a son of Henry John and Alice Edith Blowers. In 1901 his family lived at 7 Mariner's Street, Lowestoft. In 1911 his family lived at 16 Kirkley Street and Frank was a wood sawyer and a saw mill.

Frank enlisted in the Army at Ely and served, initially, with the Suffolk Yeomanry, number 1819. Later he was transferred to the Suffolk Regiment, number 5357, and posted to the 1/4th Battalion. he was renumbered to 202169 in 1917. 

A Deck Hand with the Royal Naval Reserve, Walter died on 15th of April 1917 at the age of 29. 

Walter was born at Lowestoft on 18 March 1888, a son of Arthur and Hannah Harper. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 11 April 1888, and his family lived at Strand Cottages. In 1891 they were living at 54 Whapload Road, and this was still their home in 1901, by which time Walter was working as an errand boy. By 1915 his family lived at 46 Whapload Road, and later at 11 Anguish Street, Lowestoft.

A Private with the 4th Battalion, William died on 16th of April 1917 at the age of 31.

William was born at Helston, Cornwall, in 1885, a son of William and Ellen Babbage. By 1891 his family were living at Upper Street, Stratford Saint Mary, Suffolk. In 1901 they lived at 4 Saint Mary’s Place, Bridewell Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, and William was a ginger beer manufacturer and this was still their address in 1911 when William was a brewer’s assistant. 

A Private with the 8th Battalion, William died on 18th of April 1917 at the age of 30. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 22 February 1887, a son of William and Louisa Etherly Howe. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 16 March 1887 and his family lived at Stanford Street. In 1893 his family lived at Burcham Square. By 1897 William’s parents had separated and his father lived at 13 Crown Street. It seems that in 1901 William was a twine spinner lodging with Robert and Charlotte Harness at Goodrum’s Buildings. William’s mother died in 1902.   

A Second Lieutenant with B Battery, 62 Brigade, Robert died on 19th of April 1917 at the age of 18. 

Robert was born at Battle, Sussex, on 27 July 1898, a son of Herbet de Mussenden and Agnes Isabel Leathes. In 1901 his family lived at Tiddington Street, Tiddington, Albury, Oxfordshire. Later his family lived at Herringfleet Hall. 

A Private with the 1/5th Battalion, Harold died on 19th of April 1917 at the age of 21. 

Harold was born at Snape, Suffolk, in 1896, a son of Edward and Annie Maria Smith. In 1901 his family lived at Farnham Road, Snape. By 1911 they were living at 3 Sizewell Road, Leiston, and Harold was a brickmaker’s labourer. Later his family lived at 16 Essex Road, Lowestoft.

A Private with 1/4th Bn., William died on 19th of April 1917 at the age of 26. 

William was born at Stibbard, Norfolk, on 10 June 1891, a son of Henry and Sarah Ann Neale. He was baptised at Stibbard parish church on 12 July 1891, and his family lived at Stibbard. In 1901 his family was still living at Stibbard, but by 1911 they were living at Holkham, near Wells, and William was a farm labourer. 

William was still living at Holkham when he volunteered and enlisted in the Norfolk Regiment, at Norwich, on 15 September 1914. Initially his service number was 2896. 

A Private with the 4th Battalion, Albert died on 21st of April 1917 at the age of 31. 

Albert was born at Oulton in 1885, a son of Charles and Amelia Bessey. In 1891 his family lived next to the Devonshire Arms, at Oulton Road, Lowestoft, and this was still their address in 1901. By 1911 Albert’s father had died and they had moved to 41 Princes Road, Lowestoft, and Albert was a market gardener.

A Lance Corporal with the 1st Battalion, Edward died on 23rd of April 1917 at the age of 26. 

Edward was born at Kirkley in 1891, a son of George and Louisa Church. In 1891 his family lived at 2 Sayers Cottages, Carlton Road. In 1901 their address was 2 Aston Cottages, Carlton Road. In 1911 Edward worked, and lived, at Wheatacre House, Carlton Colville, where he was a domestic gardener. Edward was a brother of Flora Harriet Lennox, formerly Church, and Charles Church, of Myrtle Cottages, Barnby, Beccles, Suffolk.

A Lance Corporal with the 1/4th Battalion, Leonard died on 23rd of April 1917 at the age of 30. 

Leonard was born at Lowestoft on 27 February 1887, a son of William Edward and Emily Mary Day. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 1 May 1887. In 1891 his family lived at 21 Beckham Road, and by 1901 at 48 Norwich Road. 

In 1906 Leonard married Florence Matilda Rogers. In 1911 they lived at 6 Chapel Street, and Leonard was a bricklayer. Later Florence lived at 20 Duke's Head Street and in 1920 she married Samuel Head. 

A Private with the 1/4th Battalion, Arthur died on 23rd of April 1917 at the age of 38. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft in 1879, a son of Alfred and Mary Eliza Sterry. In 1881 his family lived at 6 Stevens Street. Arthur was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 27 October 1882. By 1891 Arthur’s father had died and the family lived at 6 Haward Street. In 1901 Arthur was a fish worker and he lodged with Samuel and Clara Smith at 2 Cook’s Buildings. 

A Private with the 1/4th Battalion, William died on 23rd of April 1917 at the age of 20. 

William was born at Blundeston on 2 July 1897, a son of Walter and Mary Larter. In 1901 his family lived at 93 Seago Street, and in 1911 at 6 Oulton Street, Lowestoft. Later his parents lived at 62 Stanford Street. William attended Roman Hill School and, from 6 March 1905, was a pupil at Saint Margaret's School. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, John died on 23rd of April 1917 at the age of 36.

John was born at Lowestoft in 1881, a son of Daniel John and Mary Ann Nethersell. In 1881 his family lived at 22 Commercial Road and by 1892, when John’s mother died, they were living at Kent House, The Beach, Lowestoft. In 1901 John lived with his aunt, Emma Capps, at 93 London Road, and he worked as a grocer’s assistant.

A Private with the 1/4th Battalion, Thomas died on 23rd of April 1917 at the age of 28. 

Thomas was born at Lowestoft in 1888, a son of John Thomas and Hannah Wall. In 1891 his family lived at 40 High Street, Gorleston (note some sources state that Thomas was born at Gorleston). In 1901 they lived at 5 Colville Road, Kirkley. By 1911 they were living at 15 Union Place and Thomas was a milkman, hawker or deliverer. Later his parents lived at 15 Colville Road. 

A Private with the 2nd Battalion, Frederick died on 24th of April 1917 at the age of 33.

Frederick was born at Kessingland in 1884, a son of George and Annie Block. He was baptised at Saint Edmund's Church, Kessingland on 30 March 1884. In 1891 his family lived at 5 Erskine Place, Lowestoft. By 1901 they were living at 187 Clapham Road and Frederick was a butcher's assistant. In 1911 Frederick lodged at 20 Cambridge Terrace, Saint Leonard's Road, Lowestoft, and he worked as a butcher's assistant. Later his parents lived at High Street, Kessingland. 

A Private with the 9th Battalion, Frederick died on 26th of April 1917 at the age of 23. 

Frederick was born at Pakefield in 1894, a son of George and Eliza Batchelor. In 1901 his family lived at 17 Prospect Place, Pakefield, and this was still their home in 1911 and Frederick worked as a plumber, and later as a painter.  

In 1916 Frederick married Kathleen Susanna Holmes, of Great Hautbois, Norfolk. By November 1916 their home was at 8 Prospect Place, Pakefield. Subsequently Kathleen married Ernest Keech and lived at Norwich. 

An Engineman with H.M. Trawler Agile, Ambrose died on 27th of April 1917 at the age of 41. 

Ambrose was born at Bermondsey, London, on 6 March 1876, a son of Joseph and Sarah Rampling. By 1881 Ambrose’ father had died and his family were living at Morton Road, Kirkley. By 1891 Ambrose’ mother had married Thomas Masterson and the family lived at Morton Cottage, Morton Road, and Ambrose was an apprentice shoemaker. Later his mother lived at 1 Short Street, Kirkley. 

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler Agile, Charles died on 27th of April 1917 at the age of 23. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Arthur died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 29. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft on 7 June 1887, a son of George and Sarah Ann Dann. He was baptised at Saint Peter’s Church, Kirkley, on 24 July 1887, and his family lived at Warnes Buildings (sic), Kirkley. By 1891 his family were living at Stanley Cottages, 2 Carlton Road, and this was still their home in 1901. Later his parents lived at 81 Kimberley Road. 

A Private with 11th Battalion, Henry died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 35. 

Son of Elizabeth Ruth (Lily) Trudgill (formerly Clarke) and the late Henry William Clarke.

Henry's father died when Henry was quite young and his mother married Edwin Trudgill in 1887. In 1891 the family lived at 80 Mills Road (off Saint Peter's Street), Lowestoft, and by 1901 they lived at Ivy House, Beccles Road. The 1901 Census shows Henry living at 2 Compass Street and working as a house painter apprentice. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Sam died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 36. 

Sam was born at Oulton on 14 July 1880, a son of Henry and Hannah Websdale. He was baptised at Saint Michael’s Church, Oulton, on 31 May 1885, and his family lived at Oulton. In 1891 his family lived at Church Road, Oulton, and by 1901 at 1 Margarets Cottages, Moyes Road, Oulton, and Sam worked as a bricklayer’s labourer. This was still the family home in 1911 when Sam was still a bricklayer’s labourer. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Charles died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 30. 

Charles was born at Lowestoft on 20 May 1886, a son of Frederick and Anna George. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church, Lowestoft, on 6 May 1887, and his family lived at 2 Saint George’s Road, Kirkley. In 1891 his family lived at 83 Lawson Road, and this was still their address in 1901 when Charles worked as an errand boy. By 1911 they were living at 34 Lorne Road and Charles was a cycle maker. 

A Sergeant with the 11th Battalion, Stanley died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 22.

Stanley was born at Great Yarmouth in 1894, a son of Frederick and Kate Gibbs. In 1901 his family lived at 65 Winifred Road, Great Yarmouth. In 1911 his family lived at 31 Tennyson Road, Lowestoft, and Stanley worked as a draper’s porter. Later his parents lived at 29 Alexandra Road.

A Private with the 11th Battalion, William died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 24. 

William was born at Carlton Colville in 1893, a son of Robert and Ellen Daines. In 1901 his family lived at Newton’s Cottages, Carlton Colville. By 1911 they were living at Private Road, Victoria Road, Oulton Broad, and William was a butcher’s assistant.

William enlisted in the Army at Lowestoft. He joined the Suffolk Regiment, service number 24160 and was posted to the 11th Battalion in France. He served with C Company. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, William died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 19. 

William was born at Lowestoft in 1897, a son of Henry Herbert and Katherine Stebbings. In 1901 his family lived at 160 Clapham Road, but the 1901 Census shows William staying with his aunt, Ellen Stebbings, at 26 Ferry Lane, Gorleston. In 1911 his family lived at 1 Holly Road, Oulton Broad, and William worked as a house painter, probably with his father. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Allan died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 22. 

Allan was born at Kessingland in 1895, a son of Arthur and Ellen Mitchell. In 1901 his family lived at The Beach, Kessingland. In 1911 their home was at Sunnyside, Church Road, Kessingland, and Allan was a junior clerk working for a coal merchant. Later his parents lived at Orient Lodge, Hall Road, Oulton Broad.

A Private with the 2nd Battalion, William Henry died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 28. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 21 January 1889, a son of Frederick and Annie Maria Masterson. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 28 July 1889, and his family lived at 4 London Road, Kirkley, and this was still their home in 1891. By 1901 they were living at 164 London Road, and this was still their home in 1911 when William worked as a tailor, probably with his father. 

A Private with the 11th Battalion. Albert died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 27. 

Albert was born at Lowestoft on 7 May 1889, a son of George and Ann Elizabeth Bradbury: his father was a fish merchant. Albert was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 7 June 1889.  

A Private with the 7th Battalion, William died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 22. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 24 April 1895, a son of William Charles and Mary Elizabeth Barber. He was baptised at Saint Peter’s Church, Kirkley, on 26 May 1895. From 5 June 1899 William was a pupil at Kirkley School and his family lived at 84 Saint Leonard’s Road. In 1901 his family lived at 22 Lawson Road, and this was still their home in 1911 when Willaim was an apprentice tinsmith. 

A Private with 10th Battalion Canadian Infantry, Reuben died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 31.

Reuben was born at Lowestoft on 27 June 1884, a son of James and Amelia Knights. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 7 September 1884. In 1891 his family lived at 27 Oxford Road, and this was still their home in 1901, by which time Reuben was working as a carpenter. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Albert died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 19.

Albert was born at Lowestoft in 1897, a son of Charles and Elizabeth Mary Sladden. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church, Lowestoft, on 17 December 1897 and his family lived at Hilda Villa, Rotterdam Road. In 1901 they lived at Saint Clwyd, Rotterdam Road. By 1911 they were living at 61 Lawson Road.

Albert worked for Mr. E.F. Thain, fishmonger, at Lowestoft. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, George died on 28th of April 1917 at the age of 27. 

George was born at Saint Thomas’, Norwich, in 1890, a son of George Robert and Emma Amelia Bryant. In 1891 his family lived at 14 Swansea Road, Norwich. By 1901 George’s mother had died and his family lived at 33 Calvert Street, Norwich. In 1911 George lived with his grandmother, Amelia Bryant, at 33 Calvert Street, and his father lived at 9A Beresford Road, Lowestoft. 

In 1916 George married Grace Mildred Betts at Norwich. She also lived at 9A Beresford Road. 

A Private with the 2nd Battalion, Richard died on 30th of April 1917 at the age of 30. 

Richard was born at Lowestoft in 1886, a son of George and Phoebe Grimmer. By 1891 his father had died and his family lived at Bank Court, 5 Mariner’s Street, Lowestoft. In 1901 they lived at 4 Bank Court and Richard was a messenger boy. In 1914 Richard’s mother married John Revell and lived at 2 Richmond Place, Richmond Road, Lowestoft. 

In 1909 Richard married Sarah Elizabeth Howe. In 1911 they lived at 5 Fir Lane and Richard worked as a fish curer. 

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler Arfon, James died on 30th of April 1917 at the age of 45. 

James was born at Lowestoft on 15 July 1870, a son of Money and Ellen Jane Doy. In 1871 his family lived at 3 Thurston Road, and by 1881 at Saint Peter’s Street. Later his father lived at 93 Seago Street.  

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Edward died on 5th of April 1918 at the age of 25. 

Edward was born at Blundeston in 1892, a son of James and Ellen Jane Osborn. In 1901 his family lived at The Street, Blundeston. By 1911 they were living at Ellen Cottages, Blundeston, and Edward was a fisherman.

Edward volunteered and enlisted in the Army at Great Yarmouth. When he enlisted he gave his first name as William. He joined the Norfolk Regiment, service number 12151. He was posted to the 7th Battalion and arrived in France with his battalion on France 30 May 1915. 

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Arthur died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 38. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft in 1881, a son of Edward George and Mary Peak. In 1881 he lived with his parents, and paternal grandparents, at 12-13 Raglan Street. By 1891 his family were living at 24-26 Raglan Street. By 1901 Arthur's mother had died and his family lived at Gladstone Villas, rear of Bevan Street, and Arthur worked as a carter. 

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Clement died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 22. 

Clement Wilfred, who was later better known as Wilfred, was born at Pakefield on 1 November 1896, a son of Frederick and Alice Fanny Clarke. He was baptised at All Saints' Church, Pakefield, on 13 December 1896. In 1901 his family lived at Carlton Road, Pakefield, close to All Saints' Church, and in 1911 their address was still at Carleton Road. After the war his parents lived at Hammond's Cottages, Pakefield. 

A Private with 6th Bn., James died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 34. 

James was born at Lowestoft on 31 January 1884, a son of Edmund and Ann M. Redgrave. James was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 21 June 1884. In 1891 his family lived Sudbury Cottages, 1 Bevan Street, Lowestoft. By 1911 his family were living at 12 Sandringham Road and James was a fish packer.

At some point James had served with the Suffolk Regiment. 

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Henry died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 24. 

A Sergeant with the 11th Battalion, William died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 32. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 22 October 1885, a son of William and Phyllis Emma Cooper. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 27 December 1885. By 1891 his family were living at 36 Edgeware Street, West Derby, Liverpool, and in 1901 they lived at 59 Edgeware Street, and William was an office boy. By 1911 the family had moved back to Lowestoft, living at 20 Kirkley Street, and William was a clerk. Later his mother lived at 6 Kirkley Street.  

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Thomas died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 26. 

Thomas was born at Hertford, Hertfordshire, on 11 April 1892, a son of Thomas Philip and Louisa Annie Heath. He was baptised at Saint Andrew’s Church, Hertford, on 5 June 1892. By 1901 his family lived at 121 High Street, Lowestoft, and this was still their home in 1911 when Thomas worked as a wine merchant’s clerk. Later his parents lived at 64 Liverpool Road, Chester, and subsequently at 7 Wortley Terrace, Mundesley, Norfolk.

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Samuel died on 9th of April 1918 at the age of 20. 

Samuel was born at Lowestoft in 1898, a son of Thomas John and Elizabeth Sarah Musk. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 20 April 1898, and his family lived at 237 Raglan Street and this was still their home in 1901. By 1911 they were living at 31 Haward Street, and later his parents lived at 16 Marine Parade.

A Private with the 12th Battalion Clifford died on 12th of April 1918 at the age of 25. 

Clifford was born at South Walsham, Norfolk, in 1892, a son of Benjamin and Annie Bird. By 1901 his father had died and his mother remarried and his family lived at City, Barsham, Suffolk. In 1911 they were living at 2 Albert Cottages, Holly Road, Oulton Broad, and Clifford worked as a shipping clerk for a fish exporter. 

A Sub-Lieutenant with Anson Battalion, Cecil died on 12th of April 1918 at the age of 21. 

Cecil was born at Lowestoft on 3 January 1897, a son of Frank Cecil and Edith Emily Mary Mallett. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 12 February 1897 and his family lived at 61 Norwich Road. This was still their home in 1901. By 1909 they were living at 14 Beresford Road, and this was still their home in 1911. Later his parents lived at Ardgowan, Yarmouth Road.

Cecil attended Church Road School and, on 15 September 1909, became a pupil at Lowestoft School of Science. 

A Private with the 12th Battalion, Gordon died on 12th of April 1918 at the age of 22. 

Gordon was born at Lowestoft in 1896, a son of George Frederick and Violet Maria Jenner. Throughout his life Gordon’s family lived at 39 Reeve Street. In 1911 Gordon was an upholsterer’s apprentice. 

Gordon enlisted in the Army at Lowestoft. He joined the Suffolk Regiment, service number 21427, and was posted to France to serve with the 12th Battalion. 

A Private with the 1/7th Battalion, Ambrose died on 14th of April 1918 at the age of 25. 

Ambrose was born at Lowestoft in 1893, a son of James and Elizabeth Crake. In 1901 his family lived at 2 Albert Street, Lowestoft. In 1901 they were living at 98 Alexandra Road and Ambrose was a twine-spinner. By 1916 his family were living at 113 Wollaston Road. 

A Private with the 11th Battalion, Bertie died on 15th of April 1918 at the age of 24. 

Bertie was born at Lowestoft on 25 October 1894, a son of Frederick William and Eliza (Edith) Hubbard. On 31 May 1899 he became a pupil at Kirkley School, and his family lived at Clement Square. In 1901 his family lived at 3 Ontario Road and in 1911 they lived at 7 Church Street, Pakefield, and Bertie worked as an errand boy for a beer retailer. Later his parents lived at 21 Southwell Road. 

A Private with the 1st Battalion, George died on 18th of April 1918 at the age of 28. 

George was born in 1890. Sources state either that he was born at Frettenham or Hasboro, Norfolk. He was a son of George and Rachel Watts. In 1891 his family was living at Stokesby with Herringfleet, and by 1901 they were living at Thorpe next Haddiscoe. In 1911 George lived with his parents at Raveningham and George worked as a farm labourer. Later his parents lived at Crossway Cottages, Blundeston. 

A Private with 1st Bn. John died on 20th of April 1918 at the age of 44. 

John was born at Woodbridge in 1879, a son of Leonard and Elizabeth Addison. 

In 1881 he was living with his grandparents, John and Susannah Cory, at Melton Road, Melton, near Woodbridge, and he was still living with his grandparents at Melton Road in 1891.

A Rifleman with the 1st Bn., Edward died on 20th of April 1918 at the age of 20. 

Edward was born at Lowestoft on 4 January 1898, a son of Joseph and Margaret Eleanor Youngman. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 4 February 1898, and his family lived at 41 Albert Street, Lowestoft. By 1907 his family were living at 16 Hervey Street, Lowestoft. Edward attended Hervey Street Infants School and, from 9 April 1907 to 20 December 1907, was a pupil at Saint John's School.

A Sapper with 26th Field Company, Ernest died on 21st of April 1918 at the age of 37. 

Ernest was born at Lowestoft in 1881, a son of Robert and Agnes Lowe. In 1891 his family lived at 73 Arnold Street and by 1901 they were living at the High Street and Ernest worked as a house painter. Later his parents lived at 2 Parkholme Terrace, High Street.  

A Lance Corporal with the 2/6th (Cyclist) Battalion, Basil died on 21st of April 1918 at the age of 26. 

Basil was born at Lowestoft on 2 July 1891, a son of William and Sarah Coleby. In 1901 his family lived at 261 Raglan Street. By 1911 Basil’s family were living at 7 Selby Street, and Basil worked as a fish curer. 

Before the First World War Basil served with the 1st Norfolk Royal Garrison Artillery (Territorial Force) for fifteen months. 

A Private with the 7th Battalion, Ernest died on 24th of April 1918 at the age of 25. 

Ernest was born Stotfold, Bedfordshire in 1892, a son of Andrew and Minnie Payne. In 1901 his family lived at The Crofts, Stotfold, and this was still their address in 1911 when Ernest worked as a butcher. 

A Driver with C Battery 295 Brigade, Edwin died on 24th of April 1918 at the age of 26. 

Edwin was born at Lowestoft in 1892, a son of Edith Elizabeth (Bessie) Monica Balls. In 1901 Edwin, and his mother, lodged at 31 Jacob's Street, Lowestoft. By 1909 Edwin's mother was living at The Union Workhouse, Oulton Broad.

A Private with the 2nd Battalion, Christopher died on 24th of April 1918 at the age of 22. 

Christopher was born at Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1896, a son of Richard Samuel and Margaret Hannah Coker Phillips. In 1901 his family lived at 87 Vine Street, Wallsend. In 1902 Richard’s father died and subsequently his mother married Robert Taylor. In 1911 the family lived at 17 Ontario Road, Lowestoft, and Christopher was an oilman’s assistant. Later his family lived at 11 Norfolk Street.

A Lance Corporal with 51st Bn., Harry died on 24th of April 1918 at the age of 26. 

Harry was born at Lowestoft on 1 July 1891, a son of Walter and Harriett Reynolds. In 1901 his family lived at Wards Cottages, Clapham Road, Lowestoft. Harry attended Lowestoft School of Art and he left to become a dentist's apprentice and his Australian Army service papers show that he had served an apprenticeship with 'Targitt' (sic) at Lowestoft. 

A Lieutenant with the 2nd Battalion, Arthur died on 25th of April 1918 at the age of 29. 

Arthur was born at Sutton, Surrey, in 1890, a son of Thomas and Honor Birdseye. In 1891 his family lived at Simplemarsh Road, Chertsey, Surrey. By 1901 they had moved to Lowestoft and lived at 155 London Road. In 1911 the family lived at Sunny Dean, North Cliff, and Arthur was a fish salesman’s clerk.  

In 1915 Artur married Hilda F. Knights: this was registered in the Plomesgate district. Their home was at Oak Cottage, Somerleyton, and later Hilda lived at 38 Marine Parade.  

A Private with 9th Battalion, Ernest died on 26th of April 1918 at the age of 19. 

Ernest was born at Hull in 1899, a son of Thomas and Martha Cone. Both of his parents came from Lowestoft. In 1901 his family lived at 1 Ellis Terrace, Wassand Street, Hull. By 1911 they were living at 12 Saint Andrew’s Terrace, Gillett Street, Hull. By 1921 Ernest’s father had died and his mother lived at 3 Till Road, Lowestoft. 

A Gunner with 180th Siege Battery, Albert died on 29th of April 1918 at the age of 27. 

Albert was born at Lowestoft on 10 November 1890, a son of James Samuel and Harriet Elizabeth Yallop. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 3 December 1890, and his family lived at Wilde’s Score East. In 1891 his family lived at 15 Wilde’s Street. By 1901 his family were living at 2 Spurgeon’s Score. In 1911 the family were living at 27 Beccles Road, and Albert was a coal merchant on his own account. 

A Sergeant with the 11th Battalion, Stanley died on 29th of April 1918 at the age of 21. 

Stanley was born at Kessingland in 1897, a son of Edward and Ellen M. Catchpole. He was baptised at Saint Edmund’s Church, Kessingland, on 16 May 1897, and his family lived at High Street, Kessingland. In 1901 his family lived at Church Road, Kessingland, and by 1911 their address was Grass Holme, Church Road

A Private with the 10th Battalion, George died on 30th of April 1918 at the age of 27. 

George was born at Kirkley in 1890, a son of George and Mary Welham. In 1891 his family lived at 112 London Road and by 1901 they were living at 259 London Road. They were still living at 259 London Road in 1911 and George worked as a ship’s carpenter for Richards shipbuilders. On 13 February 1914 George left for Australia, sailing from London to Brisbane on the S.S. Orsova.  

A Private with the 4th Battalion, Albert died on 2nd of April 1919 at the age of 21.

Albert was born at Lowestoft in 1898, a son of Albert and Sarah Elizabeth Lee. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 13 July 1898. By 1901 his father had died and Albert and his mother lived at Loes (sic) Cottage, next to Number 3 Engine Shed, Denmark Road. By 1911 Albert’s mother had married Albert Weavers and the family lived at 44 Kent Road. Subsequently Albert’s family lived at 28 Rotterdam Road.

A Private with the 7th Battalion, George died on 14th of April 1919 at the age of 29. 

George was born at Lowestoft on 17 January 1890, a son of John Bryant and Harriet Elizabeth Manning. He was baptised at Saint John the Baptist Church, Reedham, Norfolk, on 6 April 1890, and his family lived at 61 Tonning Street, Lowestoft. In 1901 his family lived at 2 Gladstone Cottages, Tonning Street. By 1911 his family were living at 9 Kent Road and George worked as a fish merchant’s labourer. 

An Engineman with H.M. Drifter Fearless II, George died on 17th of April 1919 at the age of 33. 

George was born at Lowestoft on 1 March 1887, a son of Alfred and Emily Jackson. In 1891 his family lived at 4 Spurgeons Score, Lowestoft. Later his family lived at 1 Wilde's Score, Lowestoft. 

George married Rosetta at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 25 December 1909. By 1911 they were living at 313 Raglan Street, Lowestoft. 

An Able Seaman with the Royal Navy, William died on 18th of April 1919 at the age of 34.

William was born at Lowestoft on 9 August 1884, a son of Charles and Ann Eliza Clark. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 29 August 1884. In 1891 his family lived at 13 Seago Street, Lowestoft, and, by 1901, had moved to 67 Bevan Street. William's father died and his mother married Samuel Welton in 1911. They lived at 3 Flensburgh Street, Lowestoft. 

A Rigger with R.F.A. Hughli, William died on 26th of April 1919 at the age of 29. 

William was born at Oulton, Lowestoft, on 4 August 1888, a son of John and Adelaide Patterson. In 1891 his family lived at Commodore Road, Oulton, and by 1901 they were living at Trinity Cottages, Commodore Road, Oulton, Lowestoft. The 1911 Census shows them at 5 Trinity Cottages, while Commonwealth War Graves records give their address as 1 Trinity Cottages.

A Sergeant with the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry, Louis died on 9 April 1920, at the age of 33.

Formerly a Private with 431 Agricultural Company, Charles died on 16th of April 1920 at the age of 36. 

Charles was born at Lakenham, Norwich, on 23 April 1883, a son of John and Susannah Palmer. He was baptised at Saint Mark’s Church, Lakenham, on 5 August 1888, and his family lived at 13 Pump Row. In 1891 his family lived at 4 Pump Row. By 1901 Charles’ mother had died and the family lived at 33 Back Trafalgar Opening, Norwich, and Charles worked as a starch labourer. 

A Shipwright 1st Class with H.M.S. Pelican, Percival died on 22nd of April 1940 at the age of 34. 

Percival was born at Lowestoft on 8 November 1904, a son of Joseph and Maria Prior. In 1911 his family lived at Chamberlain's Cottages, Oulton Broad, and by 1921 at Holme Lea, Walmer Road, Lowestoft, and Percival worked as a shipwright's apprentice with W. Warden, Shipwright, at Commercial Road, Lowestoft. 

In 1929 Percival marries Catherine Jane Gobell Harvey. Their home was at 43 Saint Leonards Road, Lowestoft. In 1939 Catherine lived at 52 Wolseley Road, Great Yarmouth. 

An Ordinary Seaman with H.M.S. Curacoa, Frederick died on 24th of April 1940 aged 18. 

Frederick was born at Lowestoft on 1 November 1921, a son of Charles William and Margaret Gladys Carter. In 1939 his family lived at 26 Hill Road.

A Pilot Officer with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Gordon died on 8th of April 1941 aged 24. 

Gordon was born at Lowestoft on 13 April 1917, a son of Harold Hugh and Florence Sarah Chipperfield. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 24 January 1919 and his family lived at 125 Bevan Street. In 1921 Gordon lived with his grandparents, Frederick and Emma Chipperfield, at 125 Bevan Street. In 1939 Gordon was an electrical engineer and he lived at 50 Denmark Road with his grandmother Emma. 

A Civilian, Bertie died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 48. Died at 100 Rotterdam Road.

A Civilian, Rose died on 9th of April 1941 aged 46. 

Rose was born at Lowestoft on 8 October 1894, a daughter of Charles Henry and Isabelle Chapman. In 1901 they lived at 15 Scarle’s Buildings, Whapload Road, and this was still their home in 1911 when Rose worked as a net mender.

On 26 December 1918 Rose married Bertie Clarke at Saint Margaret’s Church. They both gave their address as 63 Oxford Road. In 1921 they lived at 23 Payne Street and Bertie was a trawler fisherman. By 1939 they were living at 100 Rotterdam Road and Bertie was a general labourer. 

A Civilian, Kathleen died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 28. 

Kathleen was born at Deal, Kent, on 13 July 1912, a daughter of Philip Wellington and Alice Amelia Smith. In 1921 her family lived at 8 Alfred Square, Deal. By 1933 they were living in Lowestoft and in 1939 her parents lived at the Coast Guard House, East Street.  

On 9 December 1933 Kathleen married John Barnard at Saint Margaret’s Church. Kathleen lived at 44 Crown Street and John was a net loom worker living at 42 May Road. By 1939 their home was at 96 Rotterdam Road. 

A Civilian, Jack died on 9th of April 1941 aged 18. 

Jack was born at Lowestoft on 1 September 1922, a son of Bertie Frederick and Rose Clarke. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 22 September 1922 and his family lived at 23 Payne Street. By 1939 they were living at 100 Rotterdam Road and Jack worked at a factory making tinned rations.

Jack, his parents, two of his brothers, and several neighbours were killed in an air raid when a bomb hit the air raid shelter, at 100 Rotterdam Road, where they were taking cover.  

A Civilian, Roy died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 16. 

Ronald was born at Lowestoft on 21 July 1924, a son of Bertie Frederick and Rose Clarke. By 1939 his family were living at 100 Rotterdam Road and Roy was an errand boy.

Roy, his parents, two of his brothers, and several neighbours were killed in an air raid when a bomb hit the air raid shelter, at 100 Rotterdam Road, where they were taking cover.  

A Civilian, Patricia died on 9th of April 1941 aged 6. 

Patricia was born at Lowestoft on 21 September 1934, a daughter of John and Kathleen Mary Barnard. In 1939 her family lived at 96 Rotterdam Road. 

Patricia, her mother, sister, grandmother, and neighbours, died at 100 Rotterdam Road when their air raid shelter was bombed during an air raid. 

A Civilian, Ronald died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 15. 

Ronald was born at Lowestoft on 22 December September 1925, a son of Bertie Frederick and Rose Clarke. By 1939 his family were living at 100 Rotterdam Road.

Ronald, his parents, two of his brothers, and several neighbours were killed in an air raid when a bomb hit the air raid shelter, at 100 Rotterdam Road, where they were taking cover.  

A Civilian, Caroline died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 47. 

Caroline was born at Haughley, near Stowmarket, on 25 December 1893, a daughter of George and Alice Sore. In 1901 she lived with her family at Haughley, and at some point her parents lived at 16 Duke Street, Haughley. Caroline married Henry Francis Norman in 1918.

By 1939 Caroline, Henry, and their children, were living at 2 Whitehouse Cottages, Flixton.

A Civilian, John died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 82. 

John as born at Stradbroke, Suffolk, on 4 March 1859, a son of William and Susannah Elwood. He was baptised at Stradbroke on 26 January 1862. In 1871 his family lived at Barley Green, Stradbroke.

It seems that John began work as a Railway Signalman about 1877. In 1881 he was a lodger at 34 Osprey Street, Rotherhithe. 

On 20 October 1881 John  married Emma Fanny Cattermole at Saint Mary Magdalen Church, Peckham. John was a railway signalman and the both gave 10 Queen's Road as their address.  

A Civilian, Ernest died on 9th of April 1941 aged 50. 

A Civilian, Beatrice died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 53. 

Beatrice was born at Lowestoft on 28 January 1888, a daughter of Thomas W. and Catherine C. Fitt. In 1891 her family lived at 29 Cambridge Road. By 1901 they were living at Victoria Villa, Queens Road, and this was still their home in 1911 when Beatrice worked as a dressmaker, on her own account. 

Beatrice was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 11 December 1912, and her family lived at Hazlemere, Alexandra Road. 

A Civilian, Daniel died on 9th of April 1941 aged 57.

Daniel was born at Lowestoft on 26 June 1883, a son of James and Christina Overy. In 1891 his family lived at 17 Haward Street, and this was Daniel’s home until he married. In 1901 Daniel worked as a fisherman and by 1911 he was a boiler cleaner for fishing vessels. 

A Civilian, Alice died on 9th of April 1941 aged 56.

Alice was born at Deal, Kent, in 1885, a daughter of Thomas and Mary Ann Alice May. She was baptised at Saint Andrew’s Church, Eastry, Kent, on 13 May 1885. In 1891 her family lived at 6 Bridge Road, Deal. 

A Civilian, James died on 9th of April 1941 at the age of 58. 

James was born at Knock, County Down, Ireland, on 22 November 1882, a son of James and Agnes Miller. In 1901 his family lived at Knock Avenue, Pottinger, County Down, and James was a clerk. By 1911 they were living at Kings Road, Pottinger.  

On 23 January 1918 James married Beatrice Emma Fitt at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft. James was an agent and they both gave their address as Hazlemere, Alexandra Road, Lowestoft. 

A Civilian, Joan died on 9th of April 1941 aged twenty-three months. 

Patricia was born at Lowestoft on 2 May 1939, a daughter of John and Kathleen Mary Barnard. In 1939 her family lived at 96 Rotterdam Road. 

Patricia, her mother, sister, grandmother, and neighbours, died at 100 Rotterdam Road when their air raid shelter was bombed during an air raid. 

A Civilian, Roy died on 10th of April 1941 aged 32. 

Roy was born at Holt, Norfolk, on 24 June 1908, a son of Charles Palgrave and Alice Sophia Moulton. By 1911 his family were living at 137-138 High Street, Lowestoft, and by 1921 they were living at 72 Carlton Road. 

On 11 July 1936 Roy married Winifred Alice Ansted at Saint Margaret’s Church. Roy was a joiner living at 8 Windsor Road, and Winifred lived at 2 Station Road. By 1939 they were living at Saint Lucia, Warren Road, and Roy was a carpenter and joiner. 

A Civilian, Douglas died on 10th of April 1941 aged 17. 

Douglas was born on 29 December 1923, a son of Robert and Kathleen Emma Sherrington. Douglas was probably born at Aldringham with Thorpe, where is father was a Police Constable. By 1939 Douglas’ father had died and his family lived at Denehurst, Park Road, Lowestoft.   

Douglas was a member of a First Aid Post and was injured when the First Aid Post at Till Road was bombed on 9 April 1941, he died the next day at Lowestoft and North Suffolk Hospital.

A Aircraftwoman 2nd Class with RAF Gloucester, Ivy died on 21st of April 1941 at the age of 19. 

Ivy was born at Lowestoft on 2 September 1921, a daughter of Herbert Anthony and Amy Mary Florence Cook.

In 1939 her family lived at 226 Denmark Road, Lowestoft, and Ivy worked at a canning factory.

Ivy joined the Women's Royal Air Force in early 1941 and served with the Technical Training Command. She became ill and was treated at hospital where she died of natural causes. She is buried at Normanston Drive Cemetery, Lowestoft. 

A Skipper with H.M. Trawler Dorothy Lambert, George died on 22nd of April 1941 at the age of 35. 

George was born at Lowestoft on 14 December 1905, a son of John Farrow and Ethel Elizabeth Wright. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 5 January 1906 and his family lived at 11 Wollaston Road. By 1911 they were living at 99 Oxford Road and in 1921 at 24 Beckham Road. 

A Civilian, Leonard died on 22nd of April 1941 aged 29. 

Leonard was born at Bradwell on 8 March 1911, a son of William and Elizabeth Tubby. In 1921 his family lived at 15 Norman Lane, Great Yarmouth. Later his parents lived at 169 Clapham Road, Lowestoft. 

In 1935 Leonard married Lilian Alice Doris Clarke, formerly Goldspink. In 1939 Leonard and Lilian lived at Up Yonder, Walmer Road, and Leonard was a haulage contractor on his ‘own account’. 

A Wren with H.M.S. Minos, Freda died on 26th of April 1941, aged 35. 

Freda was born at Lowestoft on 26 May 1905, a daughter of William Alexander and Alice Elizabeth Coates. She was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 15 June 1905 and her family lived at 45 Princes Road and this was still her family home in 1939. 

Freda joined the Women’s Royal Naval Service and was posted to H.M.S. Minos at Lowestoft. 

A Gunner with 152 Battery, 51 Heavy Anti-Aircraft Regiment, Gilbert died on 27th April 1941 aged 24.

Gilbert was born at Liverpool on 13 March 1917, a son of George and Alice Marion Wase. In 1921 his family lived at 43 West Street, Southport. 

In 1939 Gilbert lived at The Bothy, Henham, and worked as a market gardener and subsequently he lived at Que Vive Cottage, Beach Road, Kessingland. 

A Corporal with the Royal Air Force, James died on 7th of April 1942 aged 20. 

James was born at Lowestoft in 1922, a son of James Edward and Violet Emma Gowen. In 1939 his family lived at 49 Poplar Road, Carlton Colville. 

James enlisted in the Royal Air Force as an aircraft apprentice. 

A Boy 1st Class with H.M.S. Hermes, Roy died on 9th of April 1942 aged 17. 

Roy was born at Lowestoft on 14 August 1924, a son of Frederick James and Esther Maria Bennett. In 1939 Roy’s family lived at 9 Marlborough Road and Roy was an errand boy at a grocery. 

A Steward with H.M. Trawler Orpheus. Frederick died on 20th of April 1942 at the age of 21.

Frederick was born at Lowestoft on 24 May 1920 a son of Fredrick William Edward and Amelia Moxey. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 10 June 1920, and his family lived at 69 Arnold Street. By 1921 they were living at 4 Selby Street. 

Frederick married Violet May Stone at Lowestoft in 1941, later she lived at Leigh, Lancashire.

Frederick died at Princess Royal E.M.S. Hospital, Swansea, from peritonitis following an operation for appendicitis. 

A Civilian, Herbert died on 29 April 1942, at the age of 35.

Herbert was born at Lowestoft on 14 September 1906, a son of Levi Herbert and Ellen Jane Elizabeth Brighton. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 14 October 1906, and his family lived at 41 Lorne Road, Kirkley, and this was still their home in 1911. 

Herbert became a pupil at Lovewell School on 24 April 1911.

A Civilian, Dorothy died on 29th of April 1942 at the age of 32.

Dorothy was born at Lowestoft on 25 February 1910, a daughter of John Thomas and Ada Elizabeth Day. She was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 10 April 1910, and her family lived at Ethel Cottage, Nelson Road. In 1911 her family’s address was 1 Nelson Road, Lowestoft, and this was still their address in 1921.

A Private with the 13th Battalion, Gordon died on 7th of April 1943 aged 20. 

Gordon was born at Lowestoft on 11 April 1922, a son of James and Lilian Florence Rackham. In 1939 his family lived at Peacehaven, Normanston Drive, and Gordon was a cycle mechanic. 

Gordon enlisted in the Royal Warwickshire Regiment and was subsequently transferred to The King’s Regiment (Liverpool). 

A Sergeant with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Reginald died on 11th of April 1943 aged 21. 

Reginald was born at West Ham in 1921, a son of William John Nason and Maud Mary Nason. In 1921 his family lived at 90 Pond Road, West Ham, and by 1939 his parents were living at 654 Longbridge Road, Barking.

Reginald married Gladys Ivy Pavelin, in the Ilford district, in 1940, and she later lived at Gisleham, Suffolk. Gladys remarried in 1944 and in 1945 was living at The Street, Lound. Reginald worked as an agent before he enlisted. 

A Sapper with 135 Mechanical Equipment Company, Eric died on 15th of April 1943 at the age of 19. 

Eris was born at Lowestoft on 3 June 1923, a son of Herbert George and Ethel May Robbens. On 8 July 1923 he was baptised at Saint Michael's Church, Oulton, and his family lived at Kemps (Camps) Heath. In 1939 his family lived at 76 Bridge Road, Oulton, Lowestoft, and Eric was a factory hand at a box factory.

A Seaman with H.M. Trawler Adonis. Albert died on 15th of April 1943 at the age of 26. 

Albert was born at Lowestoft on 21 October 1916 a son of George Gurney and Anne Emma Gurney Hall. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 14 December 1916, and his family lived at 4 Worthing Road. This was still his family's address in 1921.  

In 1938 Albert married Evelyn Ethel Ruth Spindler at Lowestoft. In 1939 they lived with Albert's mother at 60 Sussex Road, Lowestoft. 

A Sergeant with the 6th Battalion, Arthur died on 16th of April 1943 aged 27. 

Arthur was born at Nottingham a son of Arthur and Emma Haynes Fenton. He was baptised at Saint Saviour's Church, Nottingham, on 19 January 1916 and his family lived at 57 Pyatt Street. Arthur was a Fellow of the Library Association.

Arthur married Winifred Annie Brooks, at Mansfield, in 1941, and they had a home at 21 Jenfold Avenue, Mansfield. Winifred later moved to Lowestoft and remarried in 1948. 

A Sergeant with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Ernest died on 27th of April 1943 aged 26. 

Ernest was born at Wood Dalling, Norfolk, on 21 July 1916, a son of Henry James and Julia Ada Frostwick. In 1921 his family lived at Hall Cottages, Wood Dalling. By 1939 they were living at 3 Council Houses, Wood Dalling, and Ernest worked as a carpenter and joiner. 

A Lance Corporal with the 7th (Galloway) Battalion, John died on 4 April 1944, aged 22.

John was born at Laverhay, Wamphrey, Dumfriesshire in 1921 a son of John and Agnes Murdoch.
In 1943 John married Joyce Mary Key Blake, of 36 Nelson Road, Pakefield, this was registered in the Lothingland district. Joyce remarried in 1947. 

A Marine with the Royal Marine Engineers, Alan died on 8th of April 1944 aged 22. 

Alan was born at Lowestoft on 6 June 1921, a son of Thomas Charles and Daisy Adcock. He was baptised at Saint Peter's Church, Carlton Colville, on 4 September 1921. His family lived at 7 Colville Road, Lowestoft.
In 1939 Alan lived with his parents, at 7 Colville Road, and worked as a bricklayer. 

Alan served with the Royal Marine Engineers, an element of the Royal Marines in which men were trained in demolition and assault engineering.

A Pilot Officer with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Charles died on 11th of April 1944 aged 31. 

Charles was born at Herringfleet in 1913, a son of Charles George and Annie Elizabeth Gale. In 1921 his family lived at Priory Road, Saint Olaves. Later his family lived at 7 Station Terrace, Herringfleet. 

A Sergeant with the 51st/69th Infantry Regiment, John died on 18th of April 1944 aged 30. 

John, also known as Jack, was born in the Basingstoke district in 1913, a son of Herbert and Nellie Elizabeth Townsend. In 1921 the family lived at Huddersfield and, some time later, moved to Lowestoft. John's mother died and his father then married Elsie Brown and they lived at 18 Oulton Road, Lowestoft. 

John married Violet Lilian Cutting, of Needham Market, in 1940. Violet was a mental health nurse and worked in Ipswich in 1939. Violet remarried in 1946.

A Petty Officer with H.M.S. Lynx. Walter died on 19th of April 1944 at the age of 32. 

Walter was born at Lowestoft on 30 October 1911, a son of Reuben Knowles Perring and Ethel Maud Perring. In 1914 his family lived at 42 Haward Street, Lowestoft, and by 1921 at 62 Stanford Street.  Walter's father died in 1921 and during the 1920s his mother moved to 23 Minden Road, and this was still her home in 1939. 

A Sergeant with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Ernest died on 28th of April 1944 aged 21. 

Ernest was born at Lowestoft in 1923, a son of Charles Ernest and Eva May Hurr. In 1939 his family lived at 8 Pier Terrace, Lowestoft, Suffolk.

Ernest enlisted in the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve after April 1941. In April 1944 Ernest was serving with 1658 Heavy Conversion Unit based at Riccall, Yorkshire. 

A Flight Sergeant with Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Reginald died on 3rd of April 1945 aged 39. 

A Private with the 1st Battalion, George died on 11th of April 1945 aged 19.

George was born at Kessingland on 13 November 1925, a son of Bernard William and Martha Elizabeth Moyse. In 1939 his family lived at 1 Woodfield Terrace, Kessingland. George’s father died in 1940 when the tug her was serving on was sunk by enemy action and his mother married William A. Sherwood.

A Trooper with C Squadron, Thomas died on 14 April 1945, aged 29.

Thomas was born at Stranraer, Wigtownshire, in 1916, a son of James and Janet Graham. 
In 1941 Thomas married Annie L. Brown, of 19 Florence Road, Pakefield, this was registered in the Lothingland district. 

Thomas enlisted in the King’s Own Scottish Borderers and subsequently transferred to the Lovat Scouts. His unit landed in Italy in July 1944. Thomas as wounded on 12 April and died of his wounds two days later.  

A Warrant Officer with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Albert died on 19th of April 1945 aged 28. 

Albert was born at Uggeshall, Suffolk, on 14 August 1916, a son of Charles and Harriet Read. In 1921 their home was at Blyford, Suffolk. 

In 1939 Albert lived at 215 Gorleston Road, Carlton Colville, and was a motor mechanic. On 8 April 1939 he married Cissie Ella May Hawkes at Saint Peter’s Church, Carlton Colville. By 1945 their home was at Souter Cottages, Beccles Road, Carlton Colville. Cissie remarried in 1949.

A Guardsman with the 4th Battalion, Alan died on the 21st of April 1945 aged 20. 

Alan was born at Lowestoft in 1925, a son of Alfred James and Louise M. Stevens. In 1939 his family lived at Joycot, Saint Peters Road.

Alan served with the 4th Battalion Grenadier Guards. This was a tank battalion armed with Churchill Tanks. 

A Flying Officer with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Fernley died on 26th of April 1945 aged 21. 

Fernley was born at Lowestoft in 1923, a son of John Thomas and Mildred May Clarke. By 1945 his family were living at 141 Beccles Road, Oulton Broad.

A Chief Petty Officer with H.M.S. Windemere. William died on 20th of April 1946 at the age of 34.

William was born on 9 September 1911, a son of Agnes Storey. William's father was William Gaul and Agnes was his 'unmarried wife' (evidence from 1911 Census and William Gaul's pension record card). William Gaul was killed in action in 1918 whilst serving with the Royal Dublin Fusiliers. William lived with guardians at Great Yarmouth; first with Mrs. Roshier, at Regent Road, and then, in 1921, with the Thain family at 81 Churchill Road. 

A Major with the Royal Army Service Corps, Eric died on 3rd of April 1947 aged 42. 

Eric was born at Cambridge on 16 February 1905, a son of The Reverend Charles James Napoleon and Gertrude Annie Louisa Child. He was baptised at Saint Botolph’s Church, Cambridge, on 19 March 1905 and his family lived at Lynfield, Tenison Avenue, Cambridge. In 1911 their address was 19 Tenison Avenue, Cambridge. In 1921 they lived at Moulton Rectory, Newmarket. By 1939 Eric’s father had died and his mother lived at Elderslie, Chestnut Avenue.