Awarded the VC for his heroism on 20 November 1917, age 37, while serving in the Norfolk Regiment. "Coming under fire from across the canal, with great gallantry he inspired confidence in his men. His example, fearless leadership and devotion to duty ensured the capture of the objective. (Marcoing, France)". Freemason at: №3456, Authors Lodge.
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John Sherwood-Kelly, VC
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Freemason VCs - Z2 - Reynolds, Robertson, Robinson, Sherwood-Kelly
Douglas Reynolds, 26 August 1914, Age 31, Royal Field Artillery, Kitchener Lo...
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E. Wass
Co-partner or employee of the South Suburban Gas Company. Served but did not die in WW1.
War served, WW1
1 memorial
Francis Lord Derwent
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1 memorial
A. H. Rose
Co-partner or employee of the South Suburban Gas Company. Served but did not die in WW1.
War served, WW1
1 memorial
British and Foreign Sailors' Society
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1 memorial
A. E. Swait
Employed at the Holloway tram garage. Served and was killed in WW1.
War dead, WW1
1 memorial
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Major William Martin
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1 memorial
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Eva Strasburger
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1 memorial
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1 memorial
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