Veterans of the Second South African War (1899-1902) from the former Boroughs of Bacup, Rawtenstall and Haslingden who served in the Great War. NOTES: 1. Rossendale Free Press 28 Nov 1914. Sgt John Kelly has leg amputated. "home is in (24) Alma Cottages, Cloughfold and was formerly a well known member of Rawtenstall Cricket Club and as a fast bowler and smart fielder greatly assisted the team in the year they carried off the Lancashire League Cup." Continues saw "active service in South African War" Born 1878 in Ewood Bridge. Wife Sarah.
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