Thank you for this excellnt site. I will be taking my school students from Hong Kong to visit the area next week and look forward to visiting the grave of my grand uncle Evan Davies, service number 4675. He died when he was only 24 on Nov 6, 1914 and it seems he landed in France only a day or two before that. Evan was with the Royal Welch Fusiliers and I believe with the 1/4th Batt'. So sad and so many tragic stories.

I discovered this site by researching ww1 deceased soldiers. My grandmothers brother was Private Arthur Watson Colgate. I have no idea if my grandmother ever knew where her brother was buried- she died in 1978- but I feel I have found out precious information about him and one day I hope to visit. Would it be possible to obtain a photo of his grave?

My great uncle, James Francis McGinley was killed in action while advancing on the enemy near St. George on November 1st. He was first buried on the battlefield on November 1,1918. He was moved to a military cemetery in St. Juvin, Ardennes November 5, 1918. He was moved once again on April 4th, 1919 and reburied in the America B/A cemetery (1232) in Romagne, meuse (N.E.35 E.308 16N. 284.87) Romagne-Souse Montfaucon, Meuse where he was reburied the same day. His remains were disinterred on June 16, 1921 and returned to America.
I saw a picture of 5 white crosses on a mound north of St. Juvin that were soldiers buried on November 1, 1918. I often wondered if one of those soldiers was my great uncle. Is there anyway to find out the names of those soldiers that were ultimately moved to a military cemetaryon November 5?
All of the above information was given to me by the War Department in Washington, D.C.
Maureen Carr

Thank you so so much for taking the time to make this website and to list our heros one by one. My mum has been looking for my Great Granddad Frederick Edgar Barber for years and it is so wonderful to see his name in print. Thanks once again.

Thanks very much for your wonderful website! My uncle, Charles Alva Kerman, who was a member of the 4th Battalion, Central Ontario Regiment of the Canadian Infantry was killed in action on October 20, 1918 and buried in the Hasnon Communal Cemetery. No member of my family has ever visited the grave-site, however, my wife and I are planning on making a special trip to see it later this year. Your website provided all the confirmation that we needed.

Will be visiting Vieux Berquin in June. This is where my great uncle 18468 Private William Moss, 1st bn Lancashire Fusiliers was fatally wounded around 12th-19th April 1918. He is buried in Longuenesse Cemetery near St Omer. I hope to follow his route through France and Belgium. I would really like to find out exactly what happened to him. Whilst visiting the sunken lane nr beaumont hamel last year, we found a bag of grenades sticking out of the ground. Shows how careful you need to be.

I have just seen the photograph of my great uncle's grave in Sameon Churchyard.(Jarman of the East Kent Regiment ). Great site... Thanks !

Thank you Pierre foy you wonderful site you have made a lady in Luton Bedforshire in the uk very happy she was engaged to Ernest Kingham from the 514 squardon and your large photograve of his grave is beside her bed he died june 1944 and was 24 years old this lady is now 90th thank you so much bless you

Dear Great Grandad.
I hope you are with the daughter you never got to see, as my beloved nan Ruth Furber your daughter died 29th January. I promised nan i would come and see you and i am in June this year. Private Harry Clarke 47826 1st Britallion Leicester Regiment R.I.P

For my great uncle Frank Crawshaw who died Feb 11th 1915.

Several members of the family have visited the grave and we would like to send our appreciation to the Belgian people for looking after the cemeteries after all these years.

My great uncle Willie (Billy) Robinson died 17th/19th July 1917 and we visited his grave a few years ago. I am trying to find out how he died but with no luck...........has anybody any ides please??
He is buried in Perth Cemetary (China Wall)
Many thanks
Eddy

My great great uncle john is buried in hop store,he was in the D.L.I and we don't know much more than that....but after all this time we finally found him....will never be forgotten uncle john(ella's granddaugher)

Through researching my family tree I discovered I am the 1st cousin 4 times removed of Frederick William Henry Lett who is listed on your roll. Many people may think this is such a distant relation why am I posting here, but seeing his name and him being remembered here makes me feel so proud of him. I am so grateful to him and all the other brave men listed here who gave their life for me.

My uncle George Armer was killed on the 20/05/1916 aged 23 (He would have been 24 on the 30/06/1916) He was awarded the MM but its not known what for or when. But my older sister has had it cleaned and she now wears it with pride at the rememberance service in her village.He is buried in Essex Farm . We went over to see his grave in 2005 and are going again in May this year . It makes you feel very hummble to see all the lives lost. And we must never forget R.I.P uncle George

In memory of my great uncle Private Gilbert James Platt. Lancashire Fusileers

OSBORN ''BERTIE ALWYN'' AUST PRIVATE 3999. MY GRANDMOTHERS BROTHER. I WISH TO SEE HIS GRAVE ONE DAY AND BE THE FIRST FAMILY MEMBER TO DO SO. HIS BROTHER STEPHEN WAS KILLED AT GALLIPOLI

My father was with Donald Arthur Elston (who died June 1944 and is buried in Benouville cemetery) sheltering in a door way and they were discussing the fact that they had both recently become fathers. Donalds last words were "it wont be long before I see my little boy" and it was at that point that he was caught in the head with a snipers bullet. My Father never forgot the short friendship he had with Donald.

In memory of my great Uncle Percy Colston Caines died with his comrades Fromeilles July 1917 buried in 'No man's land' gave his life for his beloved Australia.

You have done so much work and I am very grateful. I never knew the name of the cemetery my great grandfather was buried in. Now I would like to visit it. 19748 Sapper Louis Wilton POOLE 1st Field Engineers.

really wonderfull site ,thank you pierre

for my father wilbert s lang who was in the raf.discharged from raf 22 aug.1946.

My great uncle Ewart Barratt is buried in the cemetery at St Quentin Cabaret.
I have a photograph of him and I would like to add it, and some details, to your webpage for that cemetery. Please can you tell me how I can do this.
Regards,
Colin Barratt

Dear Sirs.
I have been helping my partner research his family tree, and we've discovered that his Great Grandfather is located in the 'Windmill British Cemetery'.
The casualty is William Ellis of the Royal Engineers (died Sept 1918). On the cemetery map, he is located in row F grave number 13.
Regards,
Miss Nicky Walker

Hej hittade en släkting Peter Oliver Kenneth Noren Kipling distriktet 1921. Hans föräldrar var Nels och Anna Norén. Nels var kusin med min farfar... fin sida... mvh Tommy

I have just discovered that this is where my great uncle, Knight Keith of tbe Black Watch, is buried. This is an excellent site and some friends and myself hope to visit the cemetery in a few months time. I do have a photograph of Knight Keith in his uniform and would like to send it to you for inclusion if this is possible.

hi Just found this site by chance and saw you have my GG Uncle Fredrick George Potten Listed here Regt 7612

Thank you Pierre for a wonderful site and for the photos of the grave of Private 3095 James Malachi Oxenham 53rd Battalion AIF who is the son of my great aunt Jane Hurst and Philip Oxenham. I am hoping some of James Malachi Oxenhams descendants see this tribute and contact me as i am researching family history. Neufchatel Hardelot churchyard cemetery looks wonderfully maintained. Cheers Kerry.

Frederick George Carnelley is buried in The Aire Communal Cemetery (pas de Calais) France. He died on 29 JUne 1918 in Flanders.
I am his 6th Cousin twice removed.
Too many died Too Young and so brave.

Very informative site, well done. You may like to add my husbands uncle to your site. Percy Arthur Williams, who was sent to Canada as a young boy after the death of his mother. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Army (B/66748) and was killed on the 19/8/1942 aged 20 years and buried at Dieppe Canadian War Cemetery, Hautot-Sur-Mer.

what a great sight ,has helped lots in the last year looking for raistricks who died in the great war,now looking for stories to go with them about their lives in the trenches,would be great if you can help.ie tips and advise.many thanks alan.

Hi I finally found where my Great Grandfather is buried, Thank you
Very sad to see how many lives were taken. R.I.P.. James Wells 2900
Roll of honour 133.

Lest we forget. x

could you send me pictures of my uncle who is buried in braine le comte communal cemertry.Pilot Leslie Foster J/16685. Shot down in Braine Le Comte on July 30th 1944 Lancaster R5728VN-L 50 Squadran Royal Canadian Air Force

i am the neice of private james henry green 8th bn warwickshire regiment died 21 may 1940 aged 21 yrs.
i an his family are very proud of you to us you were and still are a hero fighting and gave your life to make a better life for thosr left behind and future generations.RIP uncle james you may gone but never forgottonxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Pierre. Very pleased to see photo of Harold Kenty Rose's grave in St. Viatre. He was pilot of a Lancaster 106 Squadron out of Metheringham lost May 8, 1944 in Salbris raid. Thank you and the people of France for remembering our loved ones. My wife & I intend to visit the grave in July.

Basil Donald Robinson was my uncle- my mother's younger brother. I have pictures of him which i would be willing to share. I have never seen the grave, but would love to one day.

Thank you for the picture of EC Tanners grave in Prisches. He was my poppy's brother and I have an Auntie named Prisches after him. I also have a sister in law with Prisches as her middle name. We are just starting to find things out about WW1 and our rellies and this is a great start.

iam trying to find . corporal charles graves , killed 18-04-1918 aged 23 , kings own 1st btn service no 1937 ,bob 1895 . can any one help me . regards elaine.

Hi, thank you for sharing your informative website. My relation Eric John LiBeau died on wounds on 29 September 1917, he was a farmhand and died aged 22 yrs young. He is buried at Gwalia cemetery and would really appreciate it if there is a possibility of obtaining a photo of his burial site. Iam researching my family tree and am very interested in completing a booklet of family members that served in the wars so that my family never forget them. May they all RIP.
Thank you Pam, New Zealand

My great great grandfather Philip Bissagar is buried here. His wife Alice moved to Canada in the early 1920's. She is buried in Edmonton, Alberta,CANADA.

Dear Pierre,
Our Uncle Bernard Aubrey Victor Turland of the 4th Battallion Gordon Highlanders, No 4856515 died and was burried in Asse (mollemsebaan) communal cemetery. He was killed in action on the 18th May 1940 and we have been given an account of his death by a local family. A translation of this account is available for anyone to see on ancestry.com. Search for Bernard Aubrey Victor Turland.

Regards,
Sue

Hello Pierre,
I am researching my relation... Charles Teasdale BACON,.... one of the 35 ? casualties who are buried at Neuve Chapelle Farm Cemetery (12.3.1915). Many thanks for your valuable site, and the lovely photo of this tiny cemetery. Is it possible to obtain a copy photo of his actual grave ?

Most Sincerely

Bill Cooper......Cheshire, England.

I visited in October 2010 to see the grave of my great uncle, Stephen E Sampson who died at 19 on 4th April, 1918. It was very moving to be able to visit his grave and see how very well the cemetery is kept. It is a very difficult town to visit if you come from a foreign country and do not have a car.

My sisters and I are coming in June to Heverlee Cemetry to find the grave of our uncle Leslie George Carr Sergeant (Air Gunner0 of 115 Sqdn. We never met our Uncle, but he has been with us, in our thoughts all these past years. He was shot down 28.8.1942 at the young age of 20

We are working for a school project, and we need information about John Leslie Collins. If someone has any kind of info it would we great!
Thank you very much!

Dear Sir,
My Grandfather was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal on the 30/10/1918 for protecting his men under him whilst crossing the "Lys" (not sure if that is the correct name of the river as its a little dificult to read). The citation reads; Sargent W.G.Wardell, attached to 113th Bde. R.F.A (Hackney Wick) service No 17056. On 30th Oct 1918, near Vichte, he displayed great gallantry and coolness in leading teams through an area which was being heavily shelled; he remained behind until he had got all his teams safely through. During the crossing of the "Lys" he was conspicuous for his disregard of danger, coolness and devotion to duty.
I thought this may be of interesting to you and your site and was hoping to perhaps find someone who's relative, perhaps new my Grandfather Walter and may even have a picture. please pass on my email address to anyone who is interested in the aforementioned.
Kind Regards
Paul

Thank you for looking after Federic Henry Gibbs place of rest. I am fortunate to have visited him.

Hello Pierre, I am doing my family history and while doing the finishing touches I came accross your site. I think he would be my GGG Uncle is buried at Trois Arbres. I have quite a few photos of him if you would like to add him. His name was Kenneth Clinton McKie. He died on the 9th June 1917 at The Battle of Messines.

Cheers
Margie

MY DAD L/Cpl Harold Henry Jones was killed on 12 June 1940 and is buried in HOUDETOT Churchyard.We never knew the full circumstances of that fateful day but we do know what pain and unhappiness that has echoed down through the years to so many of his family.We thank Paul Gerard and his lovely wife for entertaining us whenever we visited Houdetot and giving us a little more information

My grandfathers grave is in Orchard Dump Cemetry. He is Percy Dunsdon and he died on the 17th June 1917. I was very touched to see his name in your cemetry roll. Thank you for keeping the memory alive of the brave soldiers who lost their lives fighting for their countries. Its Lovely to see the graves are so well tended

My great uncle Joseph Wilson 3rd batt Coldstream guards is buried in Landrecies cemetery,he lies beside the son of the duke of Plymouth,he was executed in the market square at Landrecies,accused by the Germans as a sniper.He stepped forward as a Frenchman Fillier was arrested to be shot as a sniper when Joseph saved his life,taking the blame.We know this is true as l have letter from a guardsman from Malton who spoke to Fillier's brother after the war as he was tending Joseph's grave.