SURNAMES I-P
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G.H. IRVIN
A George Henry Irving is listed on the 1901 census in Silvester street, directly opposite St Anthony's church. As yet no records of any service have been found, but there is a good chance that this is the correct man.
1901 census 91 Silvester street, Liverpool. Henry ( father ) 39, Foreman, born Cockermouth, Cumberland, Eliza ( mother ) 40, born Ireland. Children Mary 18 Bookshop Manageress, Agnes 14, Margaret 12, George Henry 10, Elizabeth 8, Grace 3, Norah 1. All children born in Liverpool.
H. JEFFERY
Serjeant Henry Jeffery 7910, Border Regiment, 2nd Bn.
died 01/07/1916.
Remembered atThiepval Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=795755
Henry was born in Liverpool and enlisted in Bootle.
Hilled in action France and Flanders.
Henry was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1914 Star Medal.
J. JOHNSTON
Fireman and Trimmer John Johnston, Mercantile Marine, S.S. "Beacon Light" (Liverpool)
died 19/02/1918, aged 51.
(Served as SAVAGE). Son of the late John and Mary Anne Johnston; husband of Mary Jane Johnston (nee O'Rielly), of 51, Gt. Richmond St., Liverpool. Born at Belfast.
Remembered at Tower Hill Memorial, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=2976685
W. JOHNSTON
Serjeant Walter Johnston 17545, Royal Field Artillery,"A" Bty. 170th Bde.
died 04/07/1916, aged 21.
Son of James and Ann Johnston, of 50, Latimer St., Liverpool.
Remembered at ST.Sever Cemetery, Rouen, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=515208
D. KEAN
Private David Patrick Kean 14675 King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry, 9th Bn.
died 01/07/1916
Remembered at Gordon Dump Cemetery, Ovillers-La Boisselle, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=191211
David was born in Everton, Liverpol and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
David was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1914/1915 Star Medal.A possible census return from Everton in 1891.
1891 census 17 Gordon street, Liverpool. James ( father ) 37, Smith Striker in Foundary, Mary ( mother ) 41. Children Mary 7, David 4. All born in Liverpool.
P. KEEFFE
Stoker 1st Class Patrick Keefe SS/105526 , Royal Navy, H.M.S. Cumberland.
died 28/09/1918.
Remembered at Liverpool Ford Roman Catholic Cemetery, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=374473
Additional information, Served as COONEY.
Royal Navy Casualties list KEEFFE Patrick (real name, but served as Patrick Cooney), Stoker 1c, SS 105526,died of illness.
Ford cemetery records show that Patrick was buried on 2/10/1918 and that the address given was Fazakerley Isolation Hospital, Liverpool 10. Alice Keefe is listed as the grave owner and Patrick's age is given as 30.
J. KENNY
Private John Kenny 683, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) "C" Coy. 1st/8th Bn.
died 19/06/1920, aged 34.
Son of John and Theresa Kenny, of Liverpool; husband of Mary Kenny, of 44, Doncaster St., Liverpool. An employee of the Liverpool Corporation.
Remembered at Liverpool ( Ford ) Roman Catholic Cemetery, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=374480
John was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1914/15 Star Medal.
Ford Cemetery records show that John was buried on 25/06/1920 in a public grave. Address given is 144A Brownlow hill ( Liverpool Workhouse ) John would have been treated in the hospital there.
1901 census 10 court 5 house Clare street, Liverpool. John ( father ) 41, Tupedresser, Theresa ( mother ) 36. Children Philip 16 Corporation flusher, John 14 Corporation flusher, Mary 4. Also listed Margaret Glynn 68 ( mother of Theresa, Grandmother of John ) All born in Liverpool.
1891 census 5 Croston Court ( Exchange ward ) Liverpool. John ( father ) 31, General labourer, Theresa ( mother ) 25. Children Philip 6, John 4. All born in Liverpool. Also listed Patrick Glynn 48 ( father of Theresa ) General Labourer, born Ireland, Margaret Glynn 52 ( mother of Theresa ) born Ireland ( age and birthplace differ from 1901 ) Sarah A Glynn 21 ( daughter of Patrick and Margaret, Sister of Theresa ) Bag maker, born LIverpool.
P. KENNY
Private Patrick Kenny 10958, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 14th Bn.
died 14/09/1916, aged 39.
Son of Mr. and Mrs. C. Kenny, of 6, Louis St, Liverpool.
Remembered Doiran Memorial, Greece.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1649768
Patrick was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds Salonika.
Patrick was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.J. KIRWAN
M. KEHOE
Private Martin Kehoe 20730, Royal Warwickshire Regiment, 2nd/7th Bn.
died 11/01/1917, aged 24.
Son of Martin and Mary Kehoe, of 19, Addison St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=797549
Martin enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
Formerley 2717 Kings Liverpool Regiment.
J. LUNDY
Lance Serjeant James Lundy 7851, The Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, 1st Bn.
died 30/10/1914, aged 28.
Husband of Mary Lundy, of 22, Orry St., Athol St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Ypres ( Menin Gate ) Memorial, Belgium.
CWGC Certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1621156
James was born in Liverpool and enlisted at Bootle, Lancs.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
D. MACKIE
Private David Mackie 49565, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 20th Bn.
died 09/04/1917, aged about 22.
Stepson of Mrs. Mackie, of 1 Steele St., Athol St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Henin Crucifix Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=307315
David was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
1901 Census 1 Steel Street, Liverpool. James ( father ) 45, Stoker at Gas works, born Scotland, Annie ( mother ) 34, born Scotland. Children John 10, Margaret 9, David 6, Thomas 5, Catherine 4. All children born in Liverpool.
Not a very clear copy of David's newspaper clipping. it reads " Pte David Mackie, K.L.R ( late of the 8th Irish), aged 22, was instantly killed om 9th April. He went back to France at Christmas, after being wounded in Feb 1915. Before joining the Army he was employed in Messrs Bibby's Oil Cake Mills, Great Howard Street, and resided at 7 Louis Street. "
J. MACKIE
D. MADDOX
Private David Maddox 10963, Royal Welsh Fusiliers, 1st Bn.
died 30/10/1914.
Remembered at Ypres ( Menin Gate ) Memorial, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=2000247
David was born St Anthony's, Liverpool and enlisted in Wrexham.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
Now the SDGW list David's surname as Maddocks and say he lived in Liverpool. CWGC and the Liverpool Town Hall memorial list him as Maddox.
1901 census 4 house 3 court Lawrence Street, Liverpool. John ( father ) 41, Iron Turner, born Liverpool, Ann ( mother ) 39, born Ireland. Children Mary A 16 Tobacco spinner, John H 15 Errand boy at bakery, Joseph 12, George 9, David 7, Rose 1. All children born in LIverpool. Also listed Annie Hammill 82 ( widowed mother of Mary, grandmother of children ) born Ireland.
It is very possible that David and George listed below are brothers
G. MADDOX
Private George Maddox 1969, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/7th Bn.
died 16/05/1915.
Remembered at Le Touret Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=854057
George was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
The service records for George have survived although they are in bad condition and hard to read. He enlisted before the war started on 28 April 1914 at Bootle, signing up for four years service. George gives his age as 23 and occupation as Miller labourer. He is 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs 158 pounds, has a chest measurement of 37 inches and his physical development is listed as good.
Signature Of George Maddox On His Enlistment Papers
His wife is listed as Matha Maddox of 10 Tarlton Terrace, Robsart Street, Everton, Liverpool and his son is George born 5 April 1915. George Snr leaves for France on 7 March 1915 and is reported missing pressumed dead on 16 April 1915, just 11 days after the birth of his son. Sadly this means father and son never met.
His parents are John and Annie Maddox of 27 Penrynh Street, Liverpool. Also at this address are his brothers Thomas 36, Joseph 30 and Charles 14 along with his sisters Mary Ann 38 and Rose 18.
Message From Rose Hill Police Station Liverpool
Document Listing George's Possessions To Martha
Army Report Showing George Missing In Action and Presumed Death
Medal Reciept Signed By Martha
George Maddox was awarded the 1914-1915 Star, The British War Medal and The Victory medal
J. MAHER
Private J Maher 201463, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 5th Bn.
died 26/01/1917, aged 29.
Son of Edward and Sarah Maher, of Liverpool; husband of Annie Maher, of 5, Page St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Poperinghe New Military Cemetery, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=139391
James was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died France and Flanders.
S.J. MAHER
Private Stephen James Maher 30130, Cheshire Regiment, 8th Bn.
died 09/03/1918, aged 36.
Son of James and Elizabeth Rosa Maher, of 50, Westmoreland Place, Scotland Rd., Liverpool.
Remembered at Kirkee 1914-1918 Memorial, India.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1481616
Stephen was born in Vauxhall, Lancs and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died India.
1881 Census 3 house 5 court Eccles Street, Liverpool. James ( father ) 27, Dock labourer, born St Helens, Lancs, Eliza ( mother ) 24, born Liverpool. Children Mary Ellen 4, Stephen 2, Catherine Ann 3 months. Also listed Ellen Welsh ( mother of Eliza, grandmother of Stephen ) 40, Charwoman, born Limerick, Ireland, George Welsh ( brother of Eliza, Uncle of Stephen ) 19, Cab driver, born Liverpool, Peter Welsh ( brother of Eliza, Uncle of Stephen ) 15, born Liverpool.
1891 Census 6 house 18 court Bond Street, Liverpool. James ( father ) 37, Dock labourer, bor St Helens, Lancs, Eliza ( mother ) 33, born Liverpool. Children Mary Ellen 14, Stephen James 11, Catherine Ann 10. All children born in Liverpool. Also listed Ellen Welsh ( mother of Eliza, grandmother of Stephen ) 54, born Ireland, Patrick Welsh ( brother of Eliza, Uncle of Stephen ) 24, Dock labourer, born Liverpool.
1901 Census 98 Benledi Street, Liverpool. Stephen is living with his in-laws ( Welsh ) He is aged 22 and working as a factory labourer.
The service records for Stephen have survived. He joined up on 1st November 1915 in Liverpool. His height is given as 5 feet 0 inches, weight 101 pounds with a chest measurement of 34 inches. His physical development is listed as fair. Stephen gives his age as 35 years ( could be a mistake as slightly out? ) and 11 months and lists his father James Maher of 50 Westmoreland Place, Liverpool as his next of kin.
Stephen's Signature On His Enlistment Papers
A lot of the records are hard to read, but it does show that Stephen arrived in India on 2 November 1916. During the trip to India Stephen developed a problem with his throught, leaving him finding it hard to swallow. The report below is from Deccan British War Hospital in India and sadly shows that this condition led to his death.
The Reciept Signed By Stephen's Father James For Memorial Scroll And Plaque
P. McCABE
Private Patrick McCabe 202830,The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 18th Bn.
died 22/09/1917.
(Served as CONWAY). Son of Patrick and Annie McCabe, of Dublin.
Remembered at Torreken Farm Cemetery Number 1, Belgium
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/casualty_details.aspx?casualty=448944
Patrick was born in Dublin, enlisted at Seaforth and resided at Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
CWGC certificate for Patrick listed as James Conway http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=448915 
Patrick McCabe Photograph Courtesy Of His Great Nephew William Lyndsay
Patrick was born in Dublin, Ireland in February 1894, he grew up in the area and later found employment on the Dublin Docks. On 15 May 1915 Patrick signed up for duty with the Royal Dublin Fusiliers as private 8464, and saw action in the Balkans with his regiment.I have been unable to locate patrick's battalion, but a google search reveals plenty of information about the R.D.F serving in the Balkans and it seems that the 1st, 6th and 7th battalions played a major part. On 20 January 1917 Patrick deserts his regiment, he is risking his life in the process for if caught he could face a firing squad.
Royal Dublin Fusiliers website http://www.royaldublinfusiliers.com/We can only guess at his reasons, but the fact is that Patrick did desert and made his way over to Liverpool, and on the 27 February 1917 he joins The Liverpool Kings regiment as private 202830 under the alias of James Conway. The alias is of course to stop himself being recognised and facing charges of desertion with the R.D.F. The fact that he enlisted only 38 days after desertion shows that he was determined to get across to England and join a regiment once there. It also highlights the fact that Patrick was no coward, he deserted with the full intent of joining a another regiment. He risked his life to do it this way, and could have been found out at any time, and you have to admire his determination to do what he believed was right. His brother George served with the Royal Garrison Artillery as Gunner 5382 and served in Egypt.
Patrick's Medal Card With The Royal Dublin Fusiliers That Shows His Desertion And Fraudulent Entry Into The Liverpool Kings
The Liverpool Kings Medal Card Showing Patrick Serving As James Conway
Patrick's Great Nephew William Lyndsay who lives in Dublin has no knowledge of his time in Liverpool, so we now have to assume events as best we can. Patrick seems to have planned his desertion with the intent of joining a regiment in England. Dublin and Liverpool are very close to one another across the Irish sea, and it would have been very easy for Patrick to make the trip across. So we assume that Patrick was in Ireland, probably Dublin when he deserted as he would have not had much of a chance making it to Liverpool from the Balkans, though not impossible very improbable. Now was his regiment back in Dublin or was Patrick home on leave? either way if he is in Dublin it is very simple to board a boat to Liverpool.
We know Patrick arrived in Liverpool as he enlisted With the Liverpool Kings at Seaforth, Liverpool and gave his address as Liverpool, birthplace Dublin and used the alias James Conway. So where and to who in Liverpool does he go. St Anthony's Church where this memorial is held is right in the middle of a once thronging Irish community. The famine led to many Irish having to leave their homeland and head mainly across to Liverpool where they could gain passage to America, Canada, Australia or other parts of the world in their hope for a better life, yet many settled in Liverpool, My own ancestors came from Dublin, Rosscommon, Galway and Cork and they settled within this community, and alongside the Italians they made this area their home. In 1917 the community would have been full of Irish and their Liverpool born relatives, and any Irish person arriving most certainly would have made their way here. The chances are that Patrick knew somebody in Liverpool, a friend or a family member, and that he made his way to them for shelter before taking his chance to join the Liverpool Kings Regiment.
I am still searching for dates when Patrick went overseas with his regiment, but do I know that they where relieved by a battalion of the Manchester regiment on 19 March 1917 at Monchiet, France. So they had left England by that date.
William Lyndsay passsed on a copy of the Kings Liverpool war diary from between 11th and 25th September 1917, and it gives a good insight into what Patrick was doing and experiencing. On 11 September the regiment is in trenches at Wytschaete, Belgium when they are relieved by the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Scots Fusiliers, and they proceed to E camp in the divisional reserve area at Parrain Farm. The 12th and 13th September is spent cleaning and re-equipting after trench tour, and working under Royal Engineers supervision carrying supplies and labour work. On the 15th they move to E camp near Dranoutre, and on the 16th are part of working parties erecting hutments at Kemmel. During the 17th to the 20th they undergo specialist training at Dranoute and continue the hutments building in the evenings at Kemmel.
On 21 September they go back into the trenches at Torreken Farm, and relieve the 2nd Battalion of the Yorkshire regiment. During the relief they come under heavy shellfire and suffer six men killed and thirteen wounded. The following day work parties are sent out to dig and set up barbed wire, and again are shelled repeatedly by the enemy. The regiment suffers eight killed and eight wounded, sadly Patrick is one of the fallen.
The War Diary That Sadly Notes Patrick's Death, Note He Is Listed As J.Conway
A few years later Patrick's named joined those of the other fallen men on St Anthony's memorial. Who added him we do not know? maybe family or friends in Liverpool, maybe his brother George. It is probable that Patrick used the church while he was in Liverpool and almost certain that whoever added his name was a regular user of the church. His great Nephew William Lyndsay also added this very apt piece.
" Theres a shrine to St Anthony in Temple Street, Dublin. My Grannie ( Patrick's sister ) always prayed at it, and my mother did the same thing. So maybe like all us inner city kids Patrick did the same. I had thought that if there was a chapel in Liverpool named after St Anthony then he may have gone there? St Anthony was revered in the inner city of Dublin.There is also a church in Temple Street, Dublin that has Liverpool Kings men listed upon its memorial "
Patrick's Medals, The 1915 Star Is Inscribed 8464 P McCabe RDF, The Victory And British Medals Are Inscribed J Conway 202830 K.Liverpool.R.
J. McADAM
Private James Cameron McAdam 3028, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/10th Bn.
died 16/06/1915.
Remembered at Ypres ( Menin Gate ) Memorial, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1621264
James was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
H. McCAFFERY
Private Hugh McCaffery 41606, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 17th Bn.
died 01/08/1917.
Remembered at Zantvoorde British Cemetery, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=160438
Hugh was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
T. McCAFFERY
Private Terence McCaffery 76657, Royal Fusiliers, 10th Bn.
died 25/08/1918.
Remembered at Vis-En-Artois Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1746252
Terence was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
Formerly 70637, 106TH T.R. BN.
M.J. McCARTHY
P. McCARTHY
P.J. McGANN
Private Patrick Joseph McGann 2380, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/8th Bn.
died 16/06/1915, aged about 22.
Remembered at Le Touret Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=853624
Parick was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
SDGW list him as Joseph Patrick McGann.
1901 Census 16 Penrhyn Street, Liverpool. Carbara ( father ) 41, Dock labourer, born Ireland, Maria ( mother) 37, Shop keeper, born Liverpool. Children Michael 13, Johanna 11, Patrick 8, Mary E 6, William 11 months. All children born in LIverpool.
The service records for Patrick have survived. He enlisted in Liverpool on 1 September 1914, giving his age as 21 years and 60 days ( giving him a bith date of around July 1893 ) He is 5 feet 6 inches tall, with a chest measurement of 33 inches and his vision and physical development are both listed as good. His occupation is Mechanic at the British and American tobacco Co and he list his home address as 36 Wilbraham Place, Liverpool.
Patrick's Signature On His Enlistment Papers
Patrick's parents are listed as Cabra and Mary McGann, his sister is Mary aged 23 and his brother William aged 18. All of 36 Wilbraham Place, Scotland road, Liverpool.
Patrick passed training and on 2 May 1915 he sailed from Folkstone, arriving in Boulonge, France the following day. Sadly Patrick would only live another 44 days, involved in heavy fighting he was killed in action on 16 June 1915.
Army Note Listing Patrick's Belongings To Be Sent To His Father
Patrick's Details Declaration Signed By His Mother Mary
Patrick was awarded the 1914-1915 Star, The British War medal and The Victory medal.
J. McKENNA
Private John McKenna 40187, The Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, 2nd Bn.
died 01/08/1918.
Son of Mrs. E. McKenna, of 41, Epsom St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Raperie British Cemetery, Villemontoire, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=297884
John was born in Liverpool and enlisted in Knowsley.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
Formerly 30959 Manchester Regiment.
The service records for John have survived. He enlisted in Liverpool on 11 October 1915, then on 15 October 1915 he joins the 1st Garrison Battalion Manchester regiment at Knowsley with the service number of 30959. He gives his age on enlistment as 20 years and 7 days, is 5 feet 3 1/4 inches tall, weighs 112 pounds and has a chest measurement of 36 inches. His physical development is listed as good and his trade is a Labourer.
John's Signature On His Enlistment Papers
Now John's records show he was a bit of a lad and was not much bothered about army life. I have to admire him as it looks like he was going to do the war his own way. He trained in Knowsley and on 2 March 1916 he is awarded 14 days confined to barracks and fined 8 days pay for being absent without leave from 20 February to 28 February 1916, thereby being absent from his regiment when they proceeded overseas. During his absense he is transfered to the 2nd Garrison Battallion Manchester regiment.
John stays in Knowsley but has no intention of changing his ways and is again in trouble on 26 April 1916 when he is charged with being absent from 22 April to 25 April 1916 and fined 3 days pay along with 14 days field punishment number 2.
An explanation of this punishment can be found here http://www.awm.gov.au/encyclopedia/field_punishment/index.asp
On 13 June 1916 John is arrested in Liverpool by Greater Manchester Police for being absent without leave. He is also charged with being drunk in Lord Nelson street at 10.40 pm, disobeying an officer and for being in Liverpool without a pass. He is given 14 days detention.
John is then posted to Aintree racecourse in Liverpool, maybe in the hope of changing his ways or maybe Knowsley had had enough of him. He is then charge with being asleep at his post at 4.am on 13 July 1916 and awarded 18 days detention. Then on 26 August 1916 he goes absent without leave before being apprhended by the Liverpool police at 10.10 am on 6 September 1916, John is given 168 hours detention and fined 11 days pay.
John is given 7 days confined to barracks for going absent from 23 to 24 September 1916, then amazingly his is confined for 3 days extra on 26 September 1916 for shaving his upper lip ( moustache ) contary to regulations, before being confined for another 7 days on 17 November 1916 for absence from guard mounting parade.
By the 28 November 1916 the Manchester Regiment have had enough of John and he is transfered to the 6th Garrison Battalion Royal Welsh Fusiliers under the service number of 62569. He is still in Aintree and is charged on 11 December 1916 with being in Liverpool without a pass, also added is a charge dating back to 19 September 1916 for disobeying Mersey defence order Number 8. John is confined to barracks for 7 days.
On 24 January 1917 he sails from Devonport, arriving in Port Said, Egypt on 23 February 1917. On 2 August 1917 John is transfered to The Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, 2nd Bn. service number 40187. He is at Alexandria on 12 August 1917. He is charged on 7 September 1917 with having a dirty rifle on guard mounting parade and given two extra guard duties. It looks like the army was determined to change John as his list of offences starts to get very petty, on 4 October 1917 he is given 3 days confined for having long hair yet is awarded professional pay on 11 Otober 1917. 29 January 1918 he is awarded 5 days confined for eating the biscuits of his ration without permision, Then 4 days confined on 7 February 1918 for being improperly dressed on 9.15 am parade and not having his sheet rolled up. On 25 March 1918 his is given 1 day confined for having a dirty canteen on company parade at 1400 hours.
John leaves Egypt from Port Said on 18 May 1918 sailing to France he arrives in Marseilles on 27 May 1918. Sadly John is killed in action on 1 August 1918.
Army Document Listing John's Private Property
1915 Army Document Concerning John's Next Of Kin Details
You can make whatever of John's war record, I think fair play to him as he chose to live his life as he saw fit, he made sure he had some fun during all this madness. He died fighting for his country and is one of the most interesting men I have researched. They talk of heroes, well in my book John and all the other service people became heroes when they signed their enlistment papers.
W. McMURRAY
Corporal William McMurray 22470, Machine Gun Corps (Infantry) 154th Coy.
died 09/09/1916, aged 20.
Son of Robert M. and Mary McMurray, of 100, Conway St., Everton, Liverpool.
Remembered at Delville Wood Cemetery, Longueval, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=549816
Formerely 2373 The King's (Liverpool Regiment)
William was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
J. MICHAEL
Private James Michael 30038, Border Regiment, 2nd Bn.
died 13/10/1916.
Remembered at Pont-De-Nieppe Comunal Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=189868
Formerly 35370 The King's (Liverpool Regiment)
James was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
M. MURPHY
Private Michael Murphy 29970, The King's (Liverpool Regiment), Depot.
died 19/05/1918, aged 40.
Husband of Elizabeth Murphy, of 41, Bond St., Vauxhall Rd., Liverpool.
Remembered at Liverpool ( Ford ) Roman Catholic Cemetery, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=374523
Michael is also listed on the WW1 memorial at Our Lady of Reconciliation church, Eldon Street, Liverpool.
Ford cemetery records show that Michael was buries on 25/05/1918 and his address was given as Union Infirmary, Lancashire. Peter Singleton is listed as the grave owner.
Michael's Grave At Ford Cemetery Liverpool
P. MURPHY
Private Peter Murphy 24/1529, Northumberland Fusiliers, 24th (Tyneside Irish) Bn.
died 02/07/1916.
Remembered a Heilly Station Cemetery, Mericourt-L'Abbe, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=272000
Peter was born Kirkdale, Lancs and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
Not a clear photograph of Peter, but well worth including.
T. MURPHY
Private Thomas Murphy PLY/101(S) Royal Marine Light Infantry, Plymouth Bn. R.N. Div.
died 25/04/1915, aged about 33.
Remembered at Twelve Tree Copse Cemetery, Turkey.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=603370
Sergeant Thomas Murphy, K.L.R. 12 Blair Street, Liverpool
The Royal Naval Casualty details for Thomas are available on Ancestry.com
| Name: | Thomas Murphy |
|---|---|
| Service Branch: | Royal Marine Light Infantry |
| Unit: | Plymouth Bn. |
| Rank: | Private |
| Death Date: | 25 Apr 1915 |
| Cause Death: | Killed in action at 'Y' Beach |
| Burial: | Twelve Tree Copse Cemetery, Helles (Gi 6) |
| Service History: | ex-14670 Private King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry, enlisted Liverpool 7/9/14 age 33 & transferred to Plymouth Short-Service RMLI 16/9/14 ; Plymouth Bn. MEF 6/2/15-25/4/15 DD. |
| Service Number: | PLY/101/S |
| Notes: | A Labourer ; b.Everton, Liverpool ; Next-of-Kin on enlistment: Cousin, Mary Ellen Dignall, 47 Elias St., Liverpool ; 14/15 Star, BWM & Vic. not issued. |
J. MURT
Private James Murt 13859, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 4th Bn.
died 28/08/1916.
Remembered at Bulls Road Cemetery, Flers, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=193901
James was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
The service records for James have survived. He enlisted in Liverpool on 31 August 1914 stated that he had previous service with the 4th Cheshire regiment. James is 5 feet 6 3/4 inches tall, weighs 137 pounds with a chest measurement of 37 1/2 inches. His complexion is fresh, eyes Grey and hair dark Brown. He hives his age as 35 years and his occupation as a labourer.
Signature Of James Murt On His Enlistment Papers
The records list James wife as Mary ( maiden name Knowles ) who is living at 75 Beatrice Street, Liverpool with their four children Robert, Thomas, William and James. Then listed are the following family members at 62 Maria Road, Walton, Liverpool, His father Christopher Murt who is deceased and his mother who's name looks like Mary? Also recorded are his brothers John, Henry and Christopher, and his sisters Jane, Martha and a hard to read entry that looks like Lizzie? His uncles are listed as James Murt and Harry Harrison.
On 21 September 1914 James is charged with being drunk and creating a disturbance in the street in Liverpool and is cautioned by his regiment. Then on 15 October 1914 at Seaforth he is absent from line at reville and cinfined to barracks for 5 days. On 4 April 1915 at Seaforth he is absent from 9.30 am until 4 pm and is given 7 days field punishment number 2, An explanation of this punishment can be found here http://www.awm.gov.au/encyclopedia/field_punishment/index.asp On 15 April 1915 James is charged with breaking out of the Arsenal about 4.30 pm while in open arrest and remaining ansent until 10.30 pm. No punishment details are listed.
James is given leave from 19th to 26th February 1916, then on 4 March he sails for France where he is sadly killed in action on 28 August 1916.
Separation Allowance Form Showing The Marriage DAte AS 21 July 1898 And Childrens Birth Dates
Pension Awarded To Mary And The Children
A Letter From Mary Asking For The Return Of Documents
J. NEWALL
Private James Thomas Newall 28407, Machine Gun Corps (Infantry) 47th Coy.
died 10/08/1917, aged 27.
Son of Thomas Newall, of 63, Oswald St., Liverpool, and the late Bridget Newall.
Remembered at Aeroplane Cemetery, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=449905
Formerly 30085 Cheshire Regiment.
James was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
J. O'BRIEN
M. O'DWYER
J. PARKINSON
Corporal John James Parkinson 13300, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 4th Bn.
died 27/09/1917, aged 30.
Son of John and Jane Elizabeth Parkinson, of Liverpool.
Remembered at Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=146627
John was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
1881Census 9 Prince William Street, Toxteth, Liverpool. John ( father ) 34, Iron trimmer, born Liverpool, Jane Elizabeh ( mother ) 34, born Dublin, Ireland. Children Frances E 13, Chandlers shop assistant, Elizabeth J 11, Mary Ann 9, Lucy 6, Monica 1. All children born in Liverpool. Also listed Ellen Parkinson 69 ( mother of John, Grandmother of children ) bon Liverpool.
1891 Census 49 Athol Street, Liverpool. John ( father ) 45, Iron Trimmer, born Liverpool, Elizabeth ( mother ) 45, born Ireland. Children Mary Ann 19, Chandlers sho assistant, Lucy 16 Chandlers shop assistant, Monica 11, Nicholas 4, John James 3. All children born in Liverpool.
1901 Census 104 Boundary Street, Liverpool. John ( father ) 54, Iron fitter, born Dublin, Ireland? ( should be Liverpool ), Elizabeth ( mother ) 54, born Dublin, Ireland. Children Mary A 29, Chanler shop Manageress, Monica 21, Nicholas 16, Engineers apprentice, John J 13. All children born in Liverpool.
P. PHILBIN
Private Patrick Philbin 307571, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 8th Bn.
died 17/06/1918.
Husband of Mrs. S. Philbin, of 42, Wilbraham St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Couin New British Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=175542
Patrick was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action France and Flanders.
1891 Census 14 Addison Street, Liverpool.
P. PHILBIN
Only one P.Philbin is coming up on CWGC records. So the name for Patrick above may have been added twice to the memorial.