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J. QUINN
Private James Quinn 9286, The King's (Liverpool Regiment), 4th Bn.
died 03/02/1917, aged 38.
(served as McNALLY). Son of Michael and Catherine Quinn, of 1, Vescock St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Bray Military Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=34716
James was born in Liverpool, and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
James was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.1881 census, 13 Chisenhale Street, Liverpool. Mary McNally ( grandmother ) 44, Privision dealer, widowed, born in Scotland. The following 3 girls are daughters of Mary McNally, and Aunts to James Quinn, Mary Ann 15, Apprentice, Margaret 9, Alice 5. All Girls born in Liverpool. Also listed is James Quinn 2, grandson of Mary, born in Liverpool.
James is also mentioned on the WW1 memorial at Our Lady of Reconciliation church, Eldon street, Liverpool.
A. RUTH
Private Arthur Ruth 16737, King's Own (Royal Lancaster Regiment) 2nd Bn.
died 08/05/1915, aged 21.
Brother of John Christian Ruth, of 137, Radnor St., Hulme, Manchester.
Remembered at Ypres ( Menin Gate ) Memorial, Belgium.
CWGC ertificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=921108
Arthur was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Arthur was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.T. RUTHERFORD
Private Thomas Rutherford 5823, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/8th Bn.
died 28/09/1916
Remembered at Thiepval Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=810725
Thomas was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Thomas was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.Another service number 5305 is added on Thomas's medal card, no regiment mentioned.
P. RYAN
Serjeant Peter Ryan 29014, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st Bn.
died 01/08/1917, aged 25.
Husband of E. Ryan, of 65, Doncaster St., Scotland Rd., Liverpool.
Remembered at Gorre British And Indian Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=592950
Peter was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Peter was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.
J. SHARKEY
H.A. SHAW
Private Herbert A Shaw 14393, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 13th Bn.
died 14/07/1916, aged about 27.
Remembered at Carnoy Military Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=293267
Herbert was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died France and Flanders.
Herbert was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.Please note: SDGW list Herberts number as 14390 Whilst CWGC list it as 14393. Medal card index has it as 14393.
1901 Census 171 Burlington Street, Liverpool. Charles ( father ) 46, Pub manager, born Bolton, Lancashire, Mary ( mother ) 43, born Ireland. Children Mary 17, Domestic servant, Charles 16, Barman, Herbert 12. All children born in LIverpool.
J. SHEPPARD
Private James Sheppard 13860, King's Own Scottish Borderers, 6th Bn.
died 11/11/1915, aged 18.
Cousin of William Sheppard, of 46, Lamb St, Kirkdale, Liverpool.
Remembered at Etaples Military Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=505771
James was born in Kirkdale,Lancs and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
James was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.G. SMART
Assistant Cook George Joseph Smart 735522, Mercantile Marine Reserve, H.M.S. "Laurentic."
died 25/01/1917, aged 36.
Son of William and Catherine Smart, of Liverpool; husband of Mary Emma Smart, of 4, Villars St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Plymouth Naval Memorial, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=3044306
L. SMITH
Private Lawrence Smith 54077, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 17th Bn.
died 22/03/1918.
Remembered at Pozieres Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1588660
Lawrence was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Lawrence was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.B. SMYTHE
Private Bernard Smyth 269932, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 13th Bn.
died 25/03/1918.
Remembered at Arras Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1653935
Bernard enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Bernard was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.P.J. SMYTHE
Private Patrick Joseph Smyth 269810, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 13th Bn.
died 27/03/1918, aged 26.
Son of Mary Catherine Smyth of 21, Louis St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Doullens Communal Cemetery Extension Number 1, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=83494
Patrick was born in County Down, Ireland and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died France and Flanders.
Patrick was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.Please note that SDGW have Patrick's death listed as 28/03/1918.
J.F. SPELMAN
Private James Francis Spelman 202816, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 7th Bn.
Secondary regiment, Labour Corps, transf. to (494948) H.Q. 78th Labour Group.
died 27/11/1918, aged 37.Husband of Mary Spelman, of 320, Hornby St., Liverpool.
Remembered at St.Pol British Cemetery, St.Pol-Sur-Ternoise, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=591442
James was born in Liverpool, and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
James was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.J. STAUNTON
Private James Staunton 359437, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st/10th Bn.
died 12/04/1918, aged 33.
Son of Mrs. Mary Staunton, of 273, Athol St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Loos Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1769663
James was born in Liverpool, and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
James was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.Please note that James is listed as Stanton on the CWGC site.
P. STAUNTON
E. STEEN
Private Edward Albert Steen 2585, South Lancashire Regiment, 2nd Bn.
died 17/11/1915, aged 38.
Son of Peter and Martha Steen; husband of Eminnia Maud Steen, of 104, Walter Rd., Liverpool.
Remembered at London Rifle Brigade Cemetery, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=487179
Edward was born in Walton, Liverpool and enlisted at Seaforth.
Died France and Flanders.
Edward was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.1891 census 20 Southey Street, Liverpool. Peter ( father ) 52 Dock labourer, born Norway, Martha ( mother ) 51, born Norway. Children James 15 Shop boy, Edward 13, Frederick 10. All children born in Liverpool.
1901 census 32 Melbourne street, Liverpool. Paul Steen ( head ) 33, Carter, born Norway, Ellen ( wife ) 32, born Ormskirk, Lancs. Children Martha 15 born Bootle, Liverpool, Paul 13, Ellen 11, Minnie 8, Annie 2. All children born Liverpool. Also listed are Paul's Parents/Grandparents of children, Peter Steen 62, Dock labourer, born Norway, Martha 61, born Norway.
J. STRAWSON
Private Joseph Strawson 48269, The King's (Liverpool Regiment), 18th Bn.
died 26/04/1917, aged 39.
Son of Charles and Mary Strawson, of Liverpool; husband of Ann Thomson (formerly Strawson), of 5, Penrhyn St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Cherisy Road East Cemetery, Heninel, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=561158
Joseph was born in Liverpool, and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Joseph was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.1901 census, 34 Abram Street, Liverpool. Charles 45 (father) Coach fitter, Mary 48 (mother) Children Joseph 23 General labourer, Annie 19 Tobacco spinner, Mary 17 Tobacco spinner, Helena 12, Sarah E 9, Margaret 7. All born in Liverpool.
1891 census, 26 Clifton Street, Liverpool. Charles 35 (father) Rice man Smith, Mary 36 (mother). Children Charles 17 Coach painter apprentice, Thomas 15 Shop boy port, Joseph 13 Painters apprentice, Ann 9, Mary T 7, Helena 2. All born in Liverpool.
1881 census, 6 Cornwall Street, Liverpool. Charles 25 (father) Coach Smith, Mary 26 (mother). Children Charles 7, Thomas 5, Joseph 3, Richard 1.
Joseph Strawson is also listed on the Great War Memorial at Our Lady Of Reconciliation Church, Eldon Street, Liverpool.
J.S. SWEENEY
Private John Sweeney 11966, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) "A" Coy.1st Bn.
died 10/03/1915, aged 23.
Son of Mrs. Sarah Sweeney, of 104, Hopwood St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Le Touret Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1562796
John was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
John was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal. 
G. TEDFORD
Private George Tedford 36102, Lancashire Fusiliers, 1st/5th Bn.
died 07/09/1917, aged 19.
Son of Robert and Margaret Tedford, of 25, Tenterden St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Mendinghem Military Cemetery, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=87485
George was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
George was awarded the British war medal and The Victory Medal.
E. TRACEY
Private Edward Tracey 16764, King's Own (Royal Lancaster Regiment) 2nd Bn.
died 08/05/1915, aged 21.
Son of Margaret Tracey, Or 92, Doncaster St., Liverpool, and the late James Tracey.
Remembered at Ypres ( Menin Gate ) Memorial, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1626827
Edward was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, France and Flanders.
Edward was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.1901 Census 90 Tatlock Street, Liverpool. James ( father ) 38, Dock labourer, born Ireland, Margaret ( mother ) 34, born Liverpool. Children Edward 7, Mary C 6, Margaret 4, James 2, Thomas 5 months. All children born in Liverpool.
CPT J.TRACEY
Master John Tracey, Mercantile Marine, "Aylevarroo."
died 07/10/1917.
Remembered at Tower Hill Memorial, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=2969326
John Tracey came from Rosses Point near Sligo in Ireland. He Captained the Aylevarroo and would have sailed to and from Liverpool many times, so it is possible that he may have moved his family to Liverpool and used St Anthony,s church to worship.
A very interesting and well documented site about the Aylevarroo can be found here http://www.e-a-r-l-y.freeserve.co.uk/aylevarroo.htm
J.F. USHER
Private James Francis Usher 18642, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 14th Bn.
died 17/10/1916,aged 35.
Husband of Jane Usher, of 77, Doncaster St., Scotland Rd., Liverpool.
Remembered at Addolorata Cemetery, Malta.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=116338
James was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds, Salonika.
James was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal. 
Grave Of James Francis Usher At Addolorata Cemetery Malta. Photographs Courtesy Of Serduk Franciz In Malta
R. WALSH
Private Robert Walsh 25954, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 1st Bn.
died 04/10/1915, aged 18.
Son of Mary Ann Walsh, of 94, St. Martin's Cottages, Ashfield St., Liverpool, and the late William Walsh.
Remembered at Loos Memorial, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=736572
Robert was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Killed in action, France and Flanders.
Robert was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.1901 Cenus 9 house 3 court Gascoyne Street, Liverpool. William ( father ) 27, Labourer, Corporation cleansing department, Mary A ( mother ) 24. Children Robert 2, Mary 2 months. Also listed Nicholas Green ( brother of Mary Ann, Uncle of Robert ) 32. All born in Liverpool.
G. WHITE
L. WHITE
Private Lawrence White 13437, Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment) 5th Bn.
died 25/04/1915, aged 23.
Remembered at Ypres ( Menin Gate ) Memorial, Belgium.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=1597014
Lawrence enlisted with the Canadian Army on 21 September 1914. He is 5 feet 9 3/4 inches tall and has a chest measurement of 38 1/2 inches. his eyes are Brown, hair dark and complexion sallow.Lawrence has two marks on his left arm, two scars on right and left knee and a scar on his right elbow. He gives his age as 23 years and 3 months, with his date of birth as 27 June 1891 and his birthplace Liverpool, England.
Lawrence is unmarried and gives his next of kin as his mother Mrs White of 239 43rd Street, Brooklyn, New York, USA. His occupation is a Clerk and he list that he had served before for 3 years with the 5.V.B Kings Liverpool Rifles. His form notes he is entered into the Canadian Infantry 5th battalion 2nd brigade.
J. WILSON
Driver John Henry Wilson 10101, Royal Field Artillery, 7th Reserve Bty.
died 17/12/1916, aged 29.
Son of William J. and Charlotte Wilson, of 98, Howe St., Great Homer St., Liverpool.
Remembered at Liverpool ( Walton Park ) Cemetery, England.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=371184
1891 Census 99 Elias Street, Liverpool. William J ( father ) 23, General labourer, Charlotte ( mother ) 23. Son John Henry 3. All born inLiverpool.
1901 Census 50 Great Homer Street, Liverpool. Charlotte ( mother ) 33, Widowed, Chip potato dealer, Coffee house. Children John 13, Arthur 8, William 6. All born in Liverpool.
J.D. ZEVERONA
Serjeant John Demetrius Zeverona 18254, The King's (Liverpool Regiment) 4th Bn.
died 12/04/1918.
Remembered at Lapugnoy Military Cemetery, France.
CWGC certificate http://www.cwgc.org/search/certificate.aspx?casualty=55019
John was born and enlisted in Liverpool.
Died of wounds France and Flanders.
The service records for John have survived. He enlisted at Liverpool on 5 September 1914, giving his age as 32 years and 260 days, and his occupation as a Labourer. He is 5 feet 4 1/2 inches tall, weighs 112 pounds with a chest measurement of 35 inches. Brown hair, Blue eyes, and has two dots on his right forearm.
John's wife is listed as Ellen Josephine ( nee Hart ) who he married at St Ambrose church on 1 August 1905. His children are Richard Demetrius born 15 December 1906, Joseph born 20 March 1909, Albert born 8 November 1911, Francis born 25 January 1914, and Mary Josephine born 30 August 1918. The family is living at 25 Orry street, Liverpool. His mother is listed as Esther and his sister as Regina aged 33, both of 82 Claudia street, Liverpool.
John's Signature On His Enlistment Papers
John trained with the King's 12th battalion in the Uk. On 2 February 1915 he forfeits one days pay for being absent from tattoo, and is confined to barracks for ten days on 21 February 1915 for Improper conduct. On 7 March 1915 at Witley camp in Surrey he is confined to camp for Insolence to an NCO, then on 19 April 1915 while at Rollestone camp in Wiltshire he is given 21 days detention once more for Insolence to an NCO. John is absent while on pass on 7 June 1915, and recieves ten days confined to camp.
John leaves the UK on 23 July 1915 arriving in France the next day. Nothing is mentioned about his time in France but it is certain he would have seen action. On 8 September 1916 he is appointed Acting Lance Corporal ( unpaid ) fifteen days later he is wounded in action recieving a gun shot wound to his right wrist, and is in hospital until 20 October 1916. John is then sent back to the UK on 23 October 1916.
John is given leave and returns to Liverpool, but he overstays his pass and is arrested in Liverpool on 1 November and returned to the Army where he is severley repremanded. He is posted to the King's 3rd battalion on 4 November 1916, then again is posted to the King's 24th on 1 December 1916. He sails with them from Folkstone the next day and arrives in Boulogne, France. Here he joins the King's 4th battalion.
On 18 January 1917 John is promoted to Corporal, then on 21 May 1917 he is made Acting Sergeant. He stays acting Sergeant with his battalion who see action into 1918. On 11 April 1918 John is wounded in action and sadly dies the following day from his injuries.
Army Letter For John's Property Signed By His Wife Ellen Josephine
Reciept For John's 1914-15 Star Medal Signed By His Wife
John was awarded the British war medal, The Victory Medal and The 1915 Star Medal.His wife was awarded a pension of 36/3 per week for her and the children.
1881 Census 53 Bute Street, Liverpool. Deamestras ( father ) 28, Mariner, born Greece, Esther ( mother ) 23, born Liverpool. Daughter Helena 2, born Liverpool.
1901 Census 273 Great Homer Street, Liverpool. John Zeverona 20, Lodger, Dock labourer, born in Liverpool.