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We remember John Hodgkinson
We remember John Hodgkinson
Timeline
Timeline
1891
sibling
Clara Hodgkinson
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1891
1893
birth
United Kingdom
Source:6186357
1893
1895
sibling
Frank Hodgkinson
Source:6186357
1895
1900
sibling
Walter Hodgkinson
Source:6186357
1900
1901
location
12 Plane Street (Co-Operative Shop), Blackburn, Lancashire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:7725970
1901
1902
sibling
Nellie Hodgkinson
Source:6186357
1902
1904
sibling
Bertha Hodgkinson
Source:6186357
1904
1905
sibling
Albert Hodgkinson
Source:6186357
1905
1907
sibling
Harry Hodgkinson
Source:6186357
1907
1911
employment
Shuttle Maker
United Kingdom
Source:6186357
1911
1911
location
38 High Street Heywood Lancashire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:6186357
1911
1919
service
British Army
Bombardier
Royal Field Artillery
Source:9544443
August 1919
1921
marriage
Hannah E Crossley
Source:7944621
1921
1922
children
Donald Hodgkinson
Source:7944629
1922
service
British Army
Gunner
2266
Royal Field Artillery
Source:1911256
service
British Army
Gunner
711218
Royal Field Artillery
Source:1911256
service
British Army
Lance Bombadier
Royal Field Artillery
Source:9544469
service
British Army
711218
Royal Field Artillery
Source:9544439
1939
death
Source:6186407
1939
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | John |
| Initials | J |
| Last Name | Hodgkinson |
| Source | 1911256 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Plane Street (Co-Operative Shop), Blackburn, Lancashire | United Kingdom | parents address | 1901 | |
| 38 High Street Heywood Lancashire | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1911 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | 2266 | Royal Field Artillery | Gunner | ||
| British Army | 711218 | Royal Field Artillery | Gunner | ||
| British Army | Royal Field Artillery | Bombardier | |||
| British Army | Royal Field Artillery | Lance Bombadier | |||
| British Army | 711218 | Royal Field Artillery |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| Victory Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Children
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
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| Donald Hodgkinson | son | 1922 |
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Ann Hodgkinson | mother | ||
| George Hodgkinson | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clara Hodgkinson | sister | 1891 | |
| Frank Hodgkinson | brother | 1895 | |
| Walter Hodgkinson | brother | 1900 | |
| Nellie Hodgkinson | sister | 1902 | |
| Bertha Hodgkinson | sister | 1904 | |
| Albert Hodgkinson | brother | 1905 | |
| Harry Hodgkinson | brother | 1907 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah E Crossley | wife | 1921 |
Media
Media
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Group photograph, Donald Hodgkinson, bottom rightGroup photograph, containing the son of John Hodgkinson, who was called Donald and served with the Minesweepers in the Second World War. From IWM North handling collection (EDN00335)
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Group photo, John Hodgkinson, back rightFrom IWM North handling collection, set of 3 images (EDN00300)Contributed by:
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Group photo, likely containing John HodgkinsonFrom IWM North handling collection, set of 3 image (EDN00300)Contributed by:
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Embarkation leave passEmbarkation leave pass for Bdr Hodgkinson to be absent from quarters between 25.10.16 and 30.10.16 for the purpose of proceeding to Heywood issued by Bettisfield Park Camp 24.10.16Contributed by:
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Calendar page (May 1917)"Entered hospital May 13th. Discharged June 22nd 1917"Contributed by:
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Book "In Khaki Clad"By Rev. Walter E. Bristow (1911) Owned by Hodgkinson and donated with his things.Contributed by:
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Soldier's demobilization accountRecord of Hodgkinson's earnings in 1919.Contributed by:
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Notice of Postal Drafts for payments"enclosed are the Postal Drafts for the amount payable to you in cash.2 "For Regimental Paymaster"Contributed by:
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Notice of delay in demobilizationHodgkinson's unit was delayed for demobilization until an unspecified date. This notice was intended to "secure for him preferential treatment over men more fortunately situated than he as regards early release and consequent facilities for obtaining good employment."Contributed by:
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Address change postcardPostcard intended to notify the army reserves of changes in address.Contributed by:
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18-PR. Q.F. Gun drill bookgun drill book donated with Hodgkinson's thingsContributed by:
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Protection Certificate and Certificate of IdentityIdentification form on demobilization.Contributed by:
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Note from the PaymasterNotifying Hodgkinson of a remaining credit of £24 to be paid to his account.Contributed by:
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Certificate of employment during the warIdentified Hodgkinson as a shuttle maker before the war.Contributed by:
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Certificate of employment during the war (reverse)Special remarks: "Has not been in the - under my command very long. Is a painstaking and conscientious man. Reliable and has always done his best at whatever work he has had to do."Contributed by:
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National Health insurance leafletInstructions regarding health insurance for discharged menContributed by:
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National Health Insurance leafletInside leaflet with instructions regarding health insurance for discharged menContributed by:
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Silk post cardSilk postcard from Lancashire Fussiliers. Donated with Hodgkinson's things.Contributed by:
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Communities
Communities
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IWM North Handling CollectionMore about IWM North Handling Collection
Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Medal Index Card | ||
| 1911 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Martin968 | |
| England & Wales deaths 1837-2007 Transcription | Martin968 | |
| 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Martin968 | |
| England & Wales marriages 1837-2008 Transcription | Martin968 |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Birth record for John's son Donald Hodgkinson, 1922 | Martin968 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Group photograph, Donald Hodgkinson, bottom right | Martin968 | |
| Group photo, John Hodgkinson, back right | Martin968 | |
| Portrait | Martin968 | |
| Group photo, likely containing John Hodgkinson | Martin968 | |
| Embarkation leave pass | Martin968 | |
| Pocket calendar | Alison154121 | |
| Calendar page (Feb. 1917) | Alison154121 | |
| Calendar page (May 1917) | Alison154121 | |
| Calendar page (November 1917) | Alison154121 | |
| Calendar page (December 1917) | Alison154121 | |
| Calendar page | Alison154121 | |
| Book "In Khaki Clad" | Alison154121 | |
| Inside cover of "In Kahki Clad" | Alison154121 | |
| Soldier's demobilization account | Alison154121 | |
| Notice of Postal Drafts for payments | Alison154121 | |
| Money Order | Alison154121 | |
| Notice of delay in demobilization | Alison154121 | |
| Address change postcard | Alison154121 | |
| 18-PR. Q.F. Gun drill book | Alison154121 | |
| Protection Certificate and Certificate of Identity | Alison154121 | |
| Note from the Paymaster | Alison154121 | |
| Certificate of Disembodiment | Alison154121 | |
| Certificate of employment during the war | Alison154121 | |
| Certificate of employment during the war (reverse) | Alison154121 | |
| Money Order | Alison154121 | |
| Medal notice | Alison154121 | |
| National Health insurance leaflet | Alison154121 | |
| National Health Insurance leaflet | Alison154121 | |
| Silk post card | Alison154121 | |
| Royal Field Artillery Badge | Alison154121 | |
| Morphine case | Alison154121 | |
| Royal Field Artillery badge | Alison154121 | |
| Jacket buttons | Alison154121 | |
| RFA badges | Alison154121 | |
| RFA Laurel badges | Alison154121 | |
| RFA badge | Alison154121 | |
| RFA button badge | Alison154121 | |
| Fabric patch | Alison154121 |
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