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We remember Harry Thomas Smith
We remember Harry Thomas Smith
Timeline
Timeline
1887
sibling
James E Smith
Source:7611044
1887
1889
1891
dates
Age 1
Source:7611044
5th April 1891
1891
location
49B Orchard Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, Hampshire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:7611044
5th April 1891
1891
sibling
Kate E Smith
Source:7611037
1891
1893
sibling
Selina M Smith
Source:7611037
1893
1896
education
Newport Board School
Newport, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
Source:9592365
2nd March 1896 - 31st July 1902
1896
location
South Street, Newport, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:9592365
2nd March 1896
1896
sibling
Frederick Smith
Source:7611037
1896
1898
sibling
Mary E Smith
Source:7611037
1898
1901
dates
Age 11
Source:7611037
31st March 1901
1901
location
1, Liverton's Row, Newport, Isle of Wight, Hampshire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:7611037
31st March 1901
1911
dates
Age 21
Source:7726563
2nd April 1911
1911
employment
Traction Engine Driver
Ryde, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
Source:7726563
2nd April 1911
1911
location
1 North View Cottages, Circular Road, Elmfield, Nr. Ryde, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
away from home address
Source:7726563
2nd April 1911
1915
appointments
Stoker II
Source:6503248
2nd June 1915 - 31st January 1916
1915
employment
Steam wagon driver
United Kingdom
Source:6503248
2nd June 1915
1915
enlistment
Devonport, Devon
United Kingdom
Source:6503248
2nd June 1915
1915
service
Royal Navy
Stoker II
K26448
HMS Vivid II, Devonport
Source:6503248
2nd June 1915 - 28th August 1915
1915
service
Royal Navy
Stoker II
K26448
HMS Argyll
Source:6503248
29th August 1915 - 26th November 1915
1915
service
Royal Navy
Stoker II
K26448
HMS Collingwood
Source:6503248
27th November 1915 - 31st January 1916
1916
appointments
Stoker I
Source:6503248
1st February 1916 - 7th March 1919
1916
service
Royal Navy
Stoker 1st Class
K26448
HMS Collingwood
Source:6503248
1st February 1916 - 7th March 1919
1917
marriage
Ada Knight
Source:6973972
1917
1918
awards
First Good Conduct Badge
Other War Service Award
Source:9224603
1st June 1918
1919
discharge
Source:6503248
7th March 1919
1939
employment
Marine Engine Driver
Newport, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
Source:9225459
29th September 1939
1939
location
Kosikot, Bellmead Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
their own address
Source:9225459
29th September 1939
service
Royal Navy
K26448
Source:6503248
theatres
Trans Caspia :6d
Source:6503248
1977
location
Kosikot, Bellemeade Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight
United Kingdom
their own address
Source:9592140
1977
1977
death
Not War Related
Newport, Isle of Wight, Hampshire
United Kingdom
Source:9592140
14th May 1977
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Harry Thomas |
| Initials | HT |
| Last Name | Smith |
| Source | 6503248 |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 North View Cottages, Circular Road, Elmfield, Nr. Ryde, Isle of Wight | United Kingdom | away from home address | known 2nd April 1911 | |
| 1, Liverton's Row, Newport, Isle of Wight, Hampshire | United Kingdom | parents address | known 31st March 1901 | |
| 49B Orchard Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, Hampshire | United Kingdom | parents address | known 5th April 1891 | |
| Kosikot, Bellemeade Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight | United Kingdom | their own address | known 1977 | |
| Kosikot, Bellmead Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight | United Kingdom | their own address | known 29th September 1939 | |
| South Street, Newport, Isle of Wight | United Kingdom | parents address | known 2nd March 1896 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy | K26448 | ||||
| Royal Navy | K26448 | HMS Vivid II, Devonport | Stoker II | ||
| Royal Navy | K26448 | HMS Argyll | Stoker II | ||
| Royal Navy | K26448 | HMS Collingwood | Stoker II | ||
| Royal Navy | K26448 | HMS Collingwood | Stoker 1st Class |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1914/15 Star | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| First Good Conduct Badge | Other War Service Award | |
| Victory Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary J Smith | mother | ||
| Harry J Smith | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| James E Smith | brother | 1887 | |
| Kate E Smith | sister | 1891 | |
| Selina M Smith | sister | 1893 | |
| Frederick Smith | brother | 1896 | |
| Mary E Smith | sister | 1898 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ada Knight | wife | 1917 |
Physical
| Complexion | Eyes | Hair | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh | Blue | Brown |
| Date | Height | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1915-06-02 | 5'7" |
Media
Media
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UK Naval Medal and Award RollsExtract from UK Naval Medal award roll showing award to Harry T Smith, official no. K26448
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1911 England Census Record1911 census for Harry Thomas Smith, age 21 born in Newport, Isle of Wight.Contributed by:
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Photograph of Harry Thomas SmithPhotograph of Harry Thomas Smith in Navy uniform taken circa 1914.
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Royal Navy Service RecordWW1 Royal Navy Register of Seamen's Services for Harry Thomas Smith.Contributed by:
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1939 RegisterExtract from 1939 Register showing entry for household of Harry T Smith.Contributed by:
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National Probate CalendarExtract from National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations) 1977 showing entry for Harry Thomas Smith of Newport, Isle of Wight.Contributed by:
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1891 England Census Record1891 census record containing entry for household of Harry J and Mary J Smith in which their son Harry T Smith was 1 year-old.Contributed by:
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1901 England Census Record1901 census record showing entry for household of Harry J and Mary J Smith in which their son Harry T Smith was 11 years old.Contributed by:
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National School Admission RegisterExtract from Newport, Isle of Wight Board School Admissions Register showing entry for Harry Thomas Smith in 1896.Contributed by:
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Family Photograph circa 1896-97Photograph of family of Harry John and Mary Jane Smith circa 1896-97. Children in the photograph are Kate, Edward, Frederick, Harry and Selina.Contributed by:
Philip6321
Communities
Communities
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Edward James Smith (born in Arreton in 1887) and RelativesMore about Edward James Smith (born in Arreton in 1887) and Relatives
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HMS Collingwood at the Battle of JutlandMore about HMS Collingwood at the Battle of Jutland
Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy Seamen 1899-1919 | ||
| England & Wales deaths 1837-2007 Transcription | Philip6321 | |
| England & Wales marriages 1837-2008 Transcription | Philip6321 | |
| 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Philip6321 | |
| 1891 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Philip6321 |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| British Report on the Battle of Jutland, 1916 | Philip6321 | |
| St Vincent Class Dreadnought Battleship | Philip6321 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| UK Naval Medal and Award Rolls | Philip6321 | |
| 1911 England Census Record | Philip6321 | |
| Photograph of Harry Thomas Smith | Philip6321 | |
| Royal Navy Service Record | Philip6321 | |
| 1939 Register | Philip6321 | |
| National Probate Calendar | Philip6321 | |
| 1891 England Census Record | Philip6321 | |
| 1901 England Census Record | Philip6321 | |
| National School Admission Register | Philip6321 | |
| Family Photograph circa 1896-97 | Philip6321 |
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