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Achurch, W. (Walter)

 
 
Full nameAchurch, W. (Walter)
IDOC0293991
ObjectBAS-1917-2844
 
CollectionLibrary
ClassificationRoll of Honour
SeriesRoll of Honour 1914-1918
 
InitialsW.
First namesWalter
SurnameAchurch
Service no
 
RankCpl
OrganisationRoyal Flying Corps
UnitEgyptian Expeditionary Force
 
Prisoner of warNo
Accident
Result of accident
Death dateDecember 31st 1917
Remarks
Terms of enlistment
Awards
Attached from
PlaceEgypt
Death detailsDrowned at sea in loss of HT ''Osmanieh'', which struck a mine off Alexandria, Egypt 31 December 1917 aged 38


Poppies dedicated to Achurch, W. (Walter)

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My great grandfather knew him. Rest in peace.

Hans Lolder, Friday October 26th 2018 15:39
 
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On behalf of all of the villagers who knew you and all who have lived here since your service in the Royal Flying Corps, thank you so much for your dedication and the ultimate sacrifice you made in serving your nation.
We in Stoney Stanton, Leicestershire are so proud and remember you annually on November 11 th.

Alison Jackson, Tuesday August 1st 2017 13:12
 
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Thank You sir for your courage and service to our great nation. You served King and Country with honour alongside all of your comrades in all the branches of HM Armed Forces and our allies.

Daniel James Devane, Thursday November 5th 2015 15:15