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Mark Evison

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This bench is dedicated to the memory of Lt Mark Evison Welsh Guards, killed by enemy action in Helmand Province Afghanistan on 12th May 2009, aged 26.
A man of great courage, compassion, distinction and charm. Farewell great heart.

"Farewell great heart" is a quote from Henry IV Part I; Prince Hal says the line when he thinks his friend Falstaff has been killed in battle.

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SE21, Dulwich Village

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