100 Years Ago - Start of WW1

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After spending Monday in Mons, I went to The Somme yesterday and today I travelled to Ypres/Menin Gate.

When I get back I'll post proper write ups about it and pictures, bit I just have to say you should all come here.

Base yourself in Albert-Somme. I've lost count of the times I've walked into a pristine cemetery quite literally in the corner of a field (that is forever England) amongst hundreds of buried soldiers. Then it's a few KM drive down the road to the next one. Amazing to be there inperson.

 

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Lest we forget, just two of the many thousands that gave their lives for the greater good from the Manchester battalions roll of honour.

My Gran's brother,
James Patrick Sullivan Private 17th Kings Liverpool Regiment.
Joining in February 1917 he was immediately ordered to the Western Front, where he was engaged in fierce fighting in various actions. After taking an active part in the battles of Ypres, Passchendaele and Cambrai, he gave his life for King and Country on 8th December 1917. He was entitled to the general service and victory medals.
"A valiant soldier, with undaunted heart he breasted life's last hill".

and her cousin,
John Joseph Kerrigan, Private 11th Battalion the Manchester Regiment, born St Michaels Manchester, enlisted Manchester, Killed in action, 10th August 1915, Gallipoli, (Helles Memorial panel 158) Commonwealth War Grave.
Today we remember all of them for their ultimate sacrifice.

Hello
I've just seen your post.
My mum's uncle was John Joseph Kerrigan. His brother Paddy was also killed in Gallipoli I believe.
As a child mum lived on Central Avenue in Manchester and often used to talk about the Sullivans and a Tom Hardy. I think they all lived on the same street.