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We remember Matthew Preston
We remember Matthew Preston
Timeline
Timeline
1892
1915
1916
1916
1917
Details
Details
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy | J45368 | HMS Vivid I | Ordinary Seaman | ||
| Royal Navy | J45368 | HMS Ajax | Ordinary Seaman | ||
| Royal Navy | J45368 | HMS Pheasant | Able Seaman |
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Preston | mother |
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Communities
Communities
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HMS Ajax at the Battle of JutlandMore about HMS Ajax at the Battle of Jutland
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Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy Seamen 1899-1919 | ||
| Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Casualty Records Transcription | Trevor65535 | |
| WW1 Naval Casualties Transcription | Trevor65535 |
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