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We remember Edward Downes
We remember Edward Downes
Timeline
Timeline
1882
1912
1915
1916
1917
Details
Details
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Edward |
| Initials | E |
| Last Name | Downes |
| Source | 6845847 |
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force (RAF/RFC) | 88917 | 75 (HD) Squadron, Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force | AM3 Rigger |
Children
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eileen Nesta | 9th February 1915 | ||
| Henry Edward | 27th December 1916 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethel Beatrice May | wife | 18th August 1912 |
Media
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Communities
Communities
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| British RAF Airmen 1912-1919 |
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