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We remember Michael Mccormack
We remember Michael Mccormack
Timeline
Timeline
1877
sibling
Eliza Mccormack
Source:9594967
1877
1880
sibling
Elizabeth M. Mccormack
Source:9594964
1880
1884
1886
sibling
William Mccormack
Source:9594964
1886
1891
location
Barley Holme, Crawshawbooth, Lancashire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:9594964
1891
1901
location
50 Tryon Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire
United Kingdom
other group residence address
Source:9594967
1901
1911
marriage
Jane E. Heys
Source:9595132
1911
1912
children
John Mccormack
Source:9595143
1912
1913
children
Phyllis McCormack
Source:9595144
1913
1914
dates
Age 30
Source:7106109
31st October 1914
enlistment
Preston, Lancs
United Kingdom
Source:9313540
service
British Army
Private
7176
East Lancashire Regiment
Source:7106109
1914
death
"Died" - SDGW Records
Source:7106109
Source:9313540
31st October 1914
burial
Pas de Calais
France
III. A. 25.
Source:7106109
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Michael |
| Initials | M |
| Last Name | Mccormack |
| Source | 2762695 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Tryon Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire | United Kingdom | other group residence address | known 1901 | |
| Barley Holme, Crawshawbooth, Lancashire | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1891 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | 7176 | East Lancashire Regiment | Private |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 Star with Clasp | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| Victory Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Children
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Mccormack | son | 1912 | |
| Phyllis McCormack | daughter | 1913 |
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary | mother | ||
| William McCormack | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth M. McCormack | sister | 1880 | |
| William McCormack | brother | 1886 | |
| Eliza McCormack | step-sister | 1877 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jane E. Heys | wife | 1911 |
Media
Media
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Rawtenstall Cemetery - Municipal War MemorialMichael McCormack is also commemorated on this memorial. The 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 dedication reads “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 badgeServing in 1st Battalion at time of death (CWGC Records)
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14 Star and Clasp, BWM and Victory MedalAs awarded to Michael McCormack for service in the Great War (Medal Index Card) MIC shows confusion between McCormack and McCormick resulting in a re-issue of amended 14 Star.Contributed by:
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Communities
Communities
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Borough of Rawtenstall: St. Mary's (CE) Parish War Memorial, Goodshaw. (IWM Ref: 42527 - 48 names) and Churchyard Burials (x3*)More about Borough of Rawtenstall: St. Mary's (CE) Parish War Memorial, Goodshaw. (IWM Ref: 42527 - 48 names) and Churchyard Burials (x3*)
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Borough of Rawtenstall: Municipal Cemetery War Memorial (IWM Ref: 13245) - Front PanelMore about Borough of Rawtenstall: Municipal Cemetery War Memorial (IWM Ref: 13245) - Front Panel
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 | |
| 1891 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| England & Wales marriages 1837-2005 Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| England & Wales births 1837-2006 Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| England & Wales births 1837-2006 Transcription | Ian105013 |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Private Michael McCORMACK - died 31st October 1914 | Ian105013 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Rawtenstall Cemetery - Municipal War Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| Rossendale Free Press | Ian105013 | |
| East Lancashire Regiment cap badge | Ian105013 | |
| 14 Star and Clasp, BWM and Victory Medal | Ian105013 |
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