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We remember Fred Ridehalgh
We remember Fred Ridehalgh
Timeline
Timeline
1885
sibling
William R Ridehalgh
Source:9032178
1885
1890
sibling
Elizabeth Ridehalgh
Source:9110656
1890
1891
1898
sibling
Gertrude Ridehalgh
Source:9032178
1898
1911
location
56 Old Street, Newchurch
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:9110656
1911
1915
theatres
Western Europe :1
Source:3737453
17th August 1915
1916
service
British Army
Lance Corporal
1013
Welsh Guards
Source:9032177
1916
1916
dates
Age 25
Source:7466107
16th September 1916
enlistment
Bacup, Lancs
United Kingdom
Source:9032177
service
British Army
Private
21604
Grenadier Guards
Source:9032177
location
2 Chancel Street, Newchurch, Rossendale
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:7466107
1916
death
Killed in Action
1st Battalion Welsh Guards fought in the later stages of the Battle of the Somme, in particular the Battle of Flers–Courcelette (15-16 and 20-22 September 1916).
Somme
France
Source:7466107
16th September 1916
burial
Somme
France
Fred Ridehalgh has No known grave. He is commemorated on Pier and Face 7D of the Thiepval Memorial.
Source:7466107
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Fred |
| Initials | F |
| Last Name | Ridehalgh |
| Source | 3737453 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Chancel Street, Newchurch, Rossendale | United Kingdom | parents address | ||
| 56 Old Street, Newchurch | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1911 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | 21604 | Grenadier Guards | Private | ||
| British Army | 1013 | Welsh Guards | Lance Corporal |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1914/15 Star | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| Victory Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lydia Ridehalgh | mother | ||
| Moses Ridehalgh | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| William R Ridehalgh | brother | 1885 | |
| Gertrude Ridehalgh | sister | 1898 | |
| Elizabeth Ridehalgh | sister | 1890 |
Religion
| Date | Religion | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1916-09-16 | Unitarian |
Media
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14/15 Star, BWM and VictoryMen who crossed to France after 23 November 1914 did not qualify for the 1914 Star (often called the Mons Star) Fred qualified for the 1914-15 Star.
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Bethlehem Unitarian Church - War Memorial WindowBethlehem Unitarian Church - War Memorial Window (lost)Contributed by:
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Pier and Panel 7d on the Thiepval MemorialPlan of Pier and Panel 7d on the Thiepval Memorial showing Fred Ridehalgh’s nameContributed by:
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Rawtenstall War Memorial (Photo LFHHS 2000)Fred Ridehalgh is also commemorated here. "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."Contributed by:
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Bethlehem Unitarian Church - MemorialFred Ridehalgh is also commemorated on this framed memorial. The upper section of the Memorial records the names the 27 Members of the Congregation of Bethlehem Unitarian Church, Newchurch-in-Rossendale who gave their lives in the Great War. The lower section records the names of the 83 other Members of the Congregation who served and returned.Contributed by:
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Bethlehem Unitarian Church CalenderNumber 83 dated November 1915 - Fred Ridehalgh woundedContributed by:
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Rawtenstall Municipal War MemorialThe Left Panel records "LANCE CORP FRED RIDEOUGH, SEP. 16." within the Left Column and "LANCE CORP FRED RIDEHALGH, SEP.16" within the Right Column. Clearly the same man. Interestingly the Memorial does not include Fred Ridehalgh's brother 358226 Pte William Robert Ridehalgh d. 30.11.17)Contributed by:
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Bethlehem Unitarian Church Centenary Bazaar BookChurch Centenary Bazaar Book 1906. “2nd Class Young Men’s Stall” naming Harry Scholes, Fred Ashworth, Edgar Plane, James McMurray, Joseph Davidson and, “Photo Stall in charge of 3rd Class Boys” naming Jesse Lord, Fred Ridehalgh, Percy Horsfield, James Heys all of whom never returned. (Rawtenstall Library “RC 228 New”)Contributed by:
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Communities
Communities
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Borough of Rawtenstall: Unitarian War Memorial, Newchurch-in-Rossendale. (LOST: IWM Ref: 51494 - 27 names) and Churchyard Burials (x2*)More about Borough of Rawtenstall: Unitarian War Memorial, Newchurch-in-Rossendale. (LOST: IWM Ref: 51494 - 27 names) and Churchyard Burials (x2*)
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Borough of Rawtenstall: Unitarian Roll of Honour, Newchurch-in-Rossendale. (27 died + 83 named as served)More about Borough of Rawtenstall: Unitarian Roll of Honour, Newchurch-in-Rossendale. (27 died + 83 named as served)
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Borough of Rawtenstall: Municipal Cemetery War Memorial (IWM Ref: 13245) - Left PanelMore about Borough of Rawtenstall: Municipal Cemetery War Memorial (IWM Ref: 13245) - Left 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 | |
| Welsh Guards 1914-1918 Transcription | Selena49658 | |
| Soldiers died in the Great War 1914-1919 Transcription | Selena49658 | |
| 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Selena49658 | |
| 1911 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
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| Bethlehem Unitarian Church - War Memorial Window | Ian105013 | |
| Detail of Pier and Face 7D of the Thiepval Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| Brother - Private William Robert Ridehalgh | Ian105013 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
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| 14/15 Star, BWM and Victory | Ian105013 | |
| Bethlehem Unitarian Church - War Memorial Window | Ian105013 | |
| Welsh Guards Cap Badge | Ian105013 | |
| IWGC Cemetery Register | Ian105013 | |
| Pier and Panel 7d on the Thiepval Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| Detail of Pier and Face 7D | Ian105013 | |
| Rawtenstall War Memorial (Photo LFHHS 2000) | Ian105013 | |
| Bethlehem Unitarian Church - Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| Medal Index Card | Ian105013 | |
| Bethlehem Unitarian Church Calender | Ian105013 | |
| Bethlehem Unitarian Church Calender | Ian105013 | |
| Rawtenstall Municipal War Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| Bethlehem Unitarian Church Centenary Bazaar Book | Ian105013 |
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