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We remember Alfred Edward Barrett
We remember Alfred Edward Barrett
Timeline
Timeline
1883
sibling
John William Barrett
Source:9153942
1883
1886
sibling
Mary Ellen Barrett
Source:9153942
1886
1891
1894
sibling
Elizabeth Ann Barrett
Source:9153942
1894
1900
sibling
Milton Barrett
Source:9153942
1900
1901
location
911 Burnley Road, Rawtenstall
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:9153942
1901
1910
marriage
Mary Elizabeth Nowell
Source:9153962
1910 - 27th April 1918
1911
employment
Cotton Mule Piecer
Source:9153952
1911
1911
location
33 Turnpike, Lancashire
United Kingdom
their own address
Source:9153952
1911
1918
dates
Age 27
Source:7021665
27th April 1918
service
British Army
Serjeant
25324
East Lancashire Regiment
1st/5th Battalion
Source:7021665
1918
death
Died of wounds
Source:7021665
Source:9153936
27th April 1918
burial
Somme
France
Plot VI. A. 48.
Source:7021665
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Alfred Edward |
| Initials | AE |
| Last Name | Barrett |
| Source | 7021665 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Turnpike, Lancashire | United Kingdom | their own address | known 1911 | |
| 911 Burnley Road, Rawtenstall | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1901 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | 25324 | East Lancashire Regiment | 1st/5th Battalion | Serjeant |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth | mother | ||
| Charles Frederick Barrett | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| John William Barrett | brother | 1883 | |
| Mary Ellen Barrett | sister | 1886 | |
| Elizabeth Ann Barrett | sister | 1894 | |
| Milton Barrett | brother | 1900 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Elizabeth Nowell | wife | 1910 |
Media
Media
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Rawtenstall Cemetery - Municipal War MemorialAlfred Edward Barrett is also commemorated on this memorial. "This memorial, now listed as an historic monument, was erected at the instigation of Carrie Whitehead J.P. in September 1915 and is recognised as the first community World War One Memorial to be erected in this country. It was given "Grade II Listed Building" status in August 1999. The War Memorial 1914 - 1919 Rawtenstall Cemetery Roll of Honour This cross was erected by Carrie Whitehead, September 1915 that it might be some comfort to those who lost men very dear to them In grateful memory of the men of Rawtenstall who gave their lives for their country in the Great War 1914 - 1918 He will swallow up death in victory, and the Lord will wipe away tears from all faces. Is. XXV. 8".
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East Lancashire Regiment cap badgeAlfred Barrett was serving in 1st/5th Battalion at the time of his death (CWGC Records)
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BWM and Victory MedalAs awarded to Alfred Barrett for service in the Great War (Medal Index Card)Contributed by:
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Communities
Communities
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Borough of Rawtenstall: Municipal Cemetery War Memorial (IWM Ref: 13245) - Rear PanelMore about Borough of Rawtenstall: Municipal Cemetery War Memorial (IWM Ref: 13245) - Rear Panel
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Borough of Rawtenstall: Salem United Methodist Church, Whitewell Bottom. (No known memorial)More about Borough of Rawtenstall: Salem United Methodist Church, Whitewell Bottom. (No known memorial)
Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Medal Index Card | ||
| Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Casualty Records | Imperial1 | |
| Soldiers died in the Great War 1914-1919 Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| 1911 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| England & Wales marriages 1837-2005 Transcription | Ian105013 |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.cemsearch.co.uk/rosscas.html | Ian105013 | |
| Remembering the Fallen | Ian105013 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Rawtenstall Cemetery - Municipal War Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| East Lancashire Regiment cap badge | Ian105013 | |
| BWM and Victory Medal | Ian105013 |
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