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We remember John Hill Mcdonald
We remember John Hill Mcdonald
Timeline
Timeline
1886
1911
employment
Cotton Mule Piecer
Source:9224769
1911
1911
location
17 Windle Street, Rawtenstall
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:9224769
1911
1914
location
5 Alma Cottages, Cloughfold, Lancs
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:8950120
1914
1914
enlistment
Rawtenstall, Lancs
United Kingdom
Source:8950120
4th September 1914
1914
service
British Army
Army Service Corps (T)
Source:8950120
4th September 1914
1915
hospitalisation
VDH and Rheumatism
Hospital/Institution
Source:8950120
12th April 1915 - 29th May 1915
1915
service
British Army
Gunner
5134
Royal Field Artillery
57th Bde
Source:8950120
1915
1915
discharge
Source:8950120
26th May 1915
1915
death
United Kingdom
Source:8950119
19th August 1915
burial
Lancashire
United Kingdom
R.C. 1212.
Source:8950119
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | John Hill |
| Initials | JH |
| Last Name | Mcdonald |
| Source | 8950118 |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Windle Street, Rawtenstall | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1911 | |
| 5 Alma Cottages, Cloughfold, Lancs | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1914 |
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | Army Service Corps (T) | ||||
| British Army | 5134 | Royal Field Artillery | 57th Bde | Gunner |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas McDonald | father | ||
| Mary | mother |
Religion
| Date | Religion | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1915-08-19 | Roman Catholic |
Media
Media
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Rawtenstall Cemetery War MemorialJohn Hill McDonald is also commemorated on this memorial. "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".
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RFA cap badgeRFA Special Reserve - no overseas service prior to his discharge on health grounds. Conduct "Very Good" and employed as a Regimental Policeman. (Service Record)
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Communities
Communities
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Borough of Rawtenstall: IWGC Burials (4th August 1914 to 31st August 1921) - 53 BurialsMore about Borough of Rawtenstall: IWGC Burials (4th August 1914 to 31st August 1921) - 53 Burials
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Casualty Records Transcription | Selena49658 | |
| British Army Service Records 1914-1920 Transcription | Selena49658 | |
| 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 | |
| 1891 England, Wales & Scotland Census Transcription | Ian105013 |
No external evidence
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Rawtenstall Cemetery War Memorial | Ian105013 | |
| ASC cap badge | Ian105013 | |
| RFA cap badge | Ian105013 |
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