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We remember Albert Edward Tilley
We remember Albert Edward Tilley
Timeline
Timeline
1888
sibling
William George Tilley
Source:8663050
27th November 1888
1891
location
53 St Mary Street, Baneswell, Newport
United Kingdom
their own address
Source:8662968
9th February 1891
1891
birth
53 St Mary Street, Baneswell, Newport, Monmouthshire
United Kingdom
Source:6604495
Source:8662968
10th February 1891
1896
sibling
Clara Maude Tilley
Source:8663050
27th August 1896
1896
sibling
Ivor John Tilley
Source:8663050
4th September 1896
1901
location
62 James Street, Baneswell, Newport
United Kingdom
their own address
Source:8663050
1901
1902
sibling
Edgar Ernest Tilley
Source:8663050
12th March 1902
1905
sibling
Reginald Alfred Tilley
Source:8663050
19th June 1905
1908
sibling
Queenie May Tilley
Source:8663050
1st May 1908
1909
enlistment
Devonport, Plymouth
United Kingdom
Source:8662980
16th April 1909
1910
appointments
Stoker - 1sr Class
Source:8662980
9th December 1910 - 16th April 1919
1918
location
41 North Street, Baneswell, Newport
United Kingdom
their own address
Source:8663019
1918
1919
discharge
Source:8662980
18th March 1919
employment
Fireman
British Merchant Navy
Source:8663032
service
Royal Navy
SS108416
Source:6604495
1925
death
Not War Related
Cefn Mably was a TB hospital and Edward was admitted June 12, 1925. He died in the hospital 5 months later.
Cefn Mably Hospital, St Mellons, Nr. Cardiff
United Kingdom
Source:8663410
22nd November 1925
burial
Newport, Monmouthshire
United Kingdom
Source:8663410
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Albert Edward |
| Initials | AE |
| Last Name | Tilley |
| Source | 6604495 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 North Street, Baneswell, Newport | United Kingdom | their own address | known 1918 | |
| 53 St Mary Street, Baneswell, Newport | United Kingdom | their own address | known 9th February 1891 | |
| 62 James Street, Baneswell, Newport | United Kingdom | their own address | known 1901 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy | SS108416 |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1914/15 Star | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Tilly, Nee Morgan | mother | ||
| James Tilley | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| William George Tilley | brother | 27th November 1888 | |
| Clara Maude Tilley | sister | 27th August 1896 | |
| Ivor John Tilley | brother | 4th September 1896 | |
| Edgar Ernest Tilley | brother | 12th March 1902 | |
| Reginald Alfred Tilley | brother | 19th June 1905 | |
| Queenie May Tilley | sister | 1st May 1908 |
Physical
| Complexion | Eyes | Hair | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair | Blue | Light Brown |
| Date | Height | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1909-04-16 | 5'4" |
Religion
| Date | Religion | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1891-02-10 | Anglican - Church of Eng, Irl, Wales or other |
Media
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Albert Edward TilleyPortrait of Albert just after enlistment in Royal Navy - aged 18.
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Edward Tilley with father and brotherEdward (left) - James (centre) - Ivor (right)Contributed by:
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Merchant Navy Identity CardMerchant Navy Card - Picture and Rating (Fireman) post war occupation.Contributed by:
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1901 Census62 Jones Street, Baneswell, Newport - James Tilley and family.Contributed by:
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Personal Information - Edward Albert TilleySummary sheet of Albert's life.Contributed by:
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HMS CarnarvonHMS Carnarvon - part of the British Squadron that took part in the Battle of the Falklands.Contributed by:
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Communities
Communities
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Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy Seamen 1899-1919 |
No external evidence
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Albert Edward Tilley | Robert244 | |
| Birth Certificate | Robert244 | |
| MOD Letter | Robert244 | |
| Royal Naval Service Record | Robert244 | |
| Edward Tilley with father and brother | Robert244 | |
| Absent Voters List 1918 | Robert244 | |
| Merchant Navy Identity Card | Robert244 | |
| 1901 Census | Robert244 | |
| Personal Information - Edward Albert Tilley | Robert244 | |
| Funeral Card | Robert244 | |
| Battle of Falklands | Robert244 | |
| HMS Carnarvon | Robert244 |
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