1918-2008: Ninety Years of Remembrance

Soldier Record

John Gilmartin

Contributed by: Angus Thomson, on 2008-11-06

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Rank
First NameJohn
SurnameGilmartin
Year of Birth1896
Year of Death1916
RegimentRoyal Marine Light Infantry
Place of Wartime ResidenceGovan, Glasgow

John's Story

John was killed in action at the Battle of Ancre (13-19 Nov 1916) He was a Lance Corporal serving with the 1st Royal Marine Bn (Royal Naval Div) Service Number PO/17567 and is buried at Ancre British Cemetery, Beaumont-Hamel (FR 339)

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