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We remember Richard Benson
We remember Richard Benson
Timeline
Timeline
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Details
Details
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Richard |
| Initials | R |
| Last Name | Benson |
| Source | 309039 |
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | 482 | Royal Garrison Artillery | Gunner | ||
| British Army | 292432 | Royal Garrison Artillery | Gunner |
Children
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Benson | son | 19th May 1907 | |
| William Benson | son | 30th May 1909 | |
| Marian Benson | daughter | 4th April 1911 | |
| Richard Benson | son | 19th February 1916 |
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Middleton | mother |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annie Janet Benson | sister | 4th November 1885 | |
| Effie Benson | sister | 2nd May 1888 | |
| William Benson | brother | 24th September 1890 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emily Parker | wife | 7th June 1906 |
Media
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Medal Index Card |
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