Thank you for this amazing archive. I have recently taken charge of the Royal Naval Association in Nouvelle Aquitaine and this will be a great help for us to visit and check on graves in our area. thanks

Pierre
Thank you so much for your dedication to these memorials. For those of us who had family who fought in this conflict, it is truly humbling that people still remember them. Here I remember Horace Eric Wiltshire, Danny Price and Tommy John of the 5th Gloucestershire Battalionwho fought at Ledringhem. Thank you for the image of the Cemetery at Ledringhem where Tommy John is laid to rest. Merci mon ami

With attention to his birthday, the 10 march 1897

219208 Private Harold Payne, 42nd Battalion Canadian Infantry
Killed in action at Farm House Ruin, half mile south of Passchendaele,
at night between 2 and 3 november 1917.
20 years, 7 month, 23 days old.

In regard to him and his family.
"To live in the hearts of those he loved, is not to die"

Stil in memory

Yours sincerely Preben Nielsen

Hi, I'm currently researching a casualty that is buried in Mont-Bernanchon British cemetery. His name is Charles Griffiths and he served with the 2nd Lancashire Fusiliers (No. 48393) and he died on the 21st of April 1918. The commonwealth war grave commission has his grave at location 1.A 8. in the cemetery. I was wondering if anyone has a photograph of his gravestone that they would share with me. I would be most grateful as it,s all I need to complete my research. Many thanks in advance.

Visited my Great Grand Uncle at Voormezeele Enclosure No. 3 for the first time in August 2025. Very beautiful village and the cemetery is keep immaculate. His gravestone is against the wall near the road, although it states "Known to be buried in this cemetery" so I guess he could be one of the un-named graves. I understand he was originally buried at Pheasant Wood although I didn't have time to try to find it. Does anyone have photos of the location of Pheasant Wood or know exactly where Dammstrasse is? I couldn't find it on current maps, maybe it was a name given to a trench by the British.

Regarding Neale (United Kingdom)

Hello are there any photos of graves from Forceville communal cemetery & extension France..
I’m looking for the grave of Edward Glover Whitmore
9135 2nd Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers died of wounds 4th September 1915.. age 34..
Any help would be greatly appreciated..
Many thanks
Neale..

Hello Neale,

Edward was my great great grandfather. I have documents regarding Edward's death. If you would like to email me I can send them to you.

Best wishes, Natasha.

In memory of L/Corporal Thomas Henry Bradshaw, who served in the 10th Battalion, Royal Warwickshire Regiment, and died of wounds 10th June 1917.
For my mother his widow, Annie Styler, Redditch, Worcestershire.
Tina E Kidger

Great granddaughter of

WISE ALFRED CHARLES
United Kingdom Private 18606Hampshire Regiment30/06/1916 Age: 37 1.G.7.

Visited his grave September last year with my dad and brother. I would be grateful if anyone has any information about him or photographs I can share with my family.

In memory of my Uncle
Canadian Lance Sergeant K/57785Canadian Scottish Regiment R.C.I.C.16/07/1944 XIV. A. 5.
MILLER ADELBERT MARTIN from Quesnel B.C.

Thank you for your efforts on keeping their memory alive.

Stan Weatherill

Hello Madam,
I just read your email in which you mentioned your uncle, Stanley Lee, killed between June 6 and 10, 1940, while serving in France with the 4th Battalion, Border Regiment (3596854). Stanley lies with six of his unfortunate comrades who fell with their weapons in hand against General Rommel's armor.
As a retired French Gendarmerie officer living in the area, I research the fighting in Normandy in June 1940, write articles in local newspapers, and organize commemorative ceremonies attended by descendants of these unjustly forgotten fighters.

In this regard, I would be grateful if you had a photo of Stenlay that you could scan and send to me at my web address hersavary( at sign)aol.com.

I have some interesting documents in my possession that I will endeavor to exploit. Below, I share a passage that discusses the battle and the death of one of his comrades.

On the morning of June 11, the remainder of the Border Regiment was still under attack as they fought to reach Le Havre. A major clash with the enemy took place at Le Chesnay, southwest of the city, and it was sadly there that Doctor Fred Scholes lost his life: at Saint-Léonard, on the road to Le Havre, just 40 kilometers from the port where the rest of his battalion was to be evacuated that evening.
Records show that he was buried by the side of the road to Le Havre with Thomas Kelly of the Royal Army Service Corps, probably his driver (in 1942, his body was transferred to the communal cemetery in Fécamp by the local French authorities)

Doing research for my school trip to the theluscemetary. In memory of, Dernian Vusachenko, who has very little information online.

This message is to my Great Uncle, David R Swedberg, Rfn. QOR 0f C. I have heard so many stories of you since I was a child and have always wondered about you, what you saw and experienced - how you died (we don't know for sure the details). After decades I am finally coming to see your gravesite in Calais in September 2025. "We will always remember". First family member to visit your grave that I know of. :)

Remembering 36758 William Henry Sidney Nicoll.
My grandfathers brother and best friend.

My great uncle Leonard Richard Beamish is buried at Harlebeke he died aged 19.

Remembering Great Uncle Coy Sgt Major Ernest Walker, London Rifle Brigade. Killed in action 6th November 1918. Buried in Angreau Communal Cemetery, Belgium. Will always remember our meeting at the cemetery Pierre.

My wife's Great Uncle, Jack Slick Bennett is buried in Meaulte military cemetery. He joined in 1914 and died 22 August 1918. So close to the Armistice. I would have really liked to have met him!

On behalf of the town Beveren in Belgium, I am looking for relatives of Cpl Brooks MM who's grave is in Kallo. I saw a message from Paul (Royaume Uni) on the le 30/11/2010 à 10:28. Can I get in contact with him (ASAP) ?

My Uncle's brother is Second Lieutenant MAJOR RONALD WILLIAMS, 4th Battalion 22nd Cheshire Regiment. Ronnie was killed May 19. 1940 and is one of the 9 British soldiers buried in Isieres Communal Cemetery. I don't have photo of Ron, though I have one of his brother Major George Leslie Williams, Cdg. 318 Bty., 92 Lt. A.A. Regt., Royal Artillery who died on 03 August 1944 Age 32 near Caen. Les Williams was married to my mother's sister. He's buried in BAYEUX WAR CEMETERY. I am named after my Uncle Les. I am looking for any information/photos about/of his brother Ronald Williams. Cheers, Les Robinson

Remembering my Uncle Reginald Hines on the 80th Anniversary of his death. lest we forget🌺

My Great Uncle Alfred Hughe's grave is at St-Vaast-En-Auge.
In the year 2000 my mother and father were invited to the town to celebrate the lives of the men. This was as a result of the work of Ludovic Louis. Who also opened a museum within the town to the fallen men.
I wish to contact Louis but unfortunately I have not been able to find his address. I am sending this message in the hope that he may receive it.
This day seems to be an appropriate time to remember them.
Regards Gary

Pierre, trying to contact you. Can you please email me if you get this message. Your old friend, Graeme

my sincere condolences to an old friend who sadly passed away on the 8th March 2024,
Roy Bannerman former Queens Own Highlander and also for many years a former member of The Golden Lions Freefall Team 1980's & 90's

Clear Blue Skies Forever Roy, may you Rest In Peace

In loving memory of Harry Bradshaw, who gave his life in WWI.
This is for my mother his wife, Annie nee Styler.
Tina E Kidger

In loving memory of my great uncle, Bruce Hosmer Acton Burrows, of the Canadian Engineers, who died by sniper fire on November 25, 1916 at age 23 and is buried at Bapaume Post Military Cemetery. Remembering you today and every day. Also, my father and his nephew, who served in the RCAF during WW2.

Hi. I am the great grand daughter of William Burke, plot H5. Died 4th Dec 1918. I found out 1 hour ago that he was in the army and died in 1918. Quite emotional.

Thinking of you today Great Grandad George Middleton xx Fiona Mullen

I am the great granddaughter of George Dudley Kendal sadly killed just weeks before Armistice Day.
He was Military Police, killed on 18/10/1918, aged 36
We only have one photo of him, if anyone has anymore information about him, that would be appreciated so much.

In remembrance of my great grandfather Gunner William Atkinson (5844) of the Royal Garrison Artillery. He died on the 09/03/1917 from injuries sustained in the Great War and was re buried at Assevillers. Lest we forget.

Remembering my Great Uncle Coy Sgt Major Ernest Walker, London Rifle Brigade. Killed in action 6th November 1918. Buried Angreau Communal Cemetery, Belgium. Forever in our thoughts.

I looking for the family or friends of WILLIAM HENRY WYKES DIED 1940
Worcester regiment NUMBER 5251711. I have found some pictures on a car boot sale and would like to return them to his family.

William john Majury Killied in Action 11th April 1916

William was born on 7th June 1878 • in 6, Emma, Court, Belfast, Northern Ireland. He was the son of James Majury and Mary Jane Majury Nee Mack.
William had a hard life, his Father James died on the 14th Jan 1879 when William was just 7 months old , his mother Mary died just 6 years later on the 28th Nov 1885 and William and his sister Martha (Born 1876) were taken into care.
William joined the Royal Irish Riffles 1898 aged 20 and fought in the Boer War, he was awarded the South Africa Medal and clasps at Cape Colony , Orange Free State and Transvaal. After the Boer War William shipped to Aden in India where he stayed with the 1st Royal Irish Riffles until the outbreak of the first world war,
William and the 1st Royal Irish Riffles set sail from india on the HM Dilwara on the 27th Sep 1914 arriving in Liverpool on the 22 Oct 1914 •
William and the 1st Royal Irish Riffles set sail from southampton on the 5th Nov 1914 arriving in La harve the next day on the 6th, William and the Royal Irish then moved onto the front and took up position in the trenches on the 15th Nov 1914 • Trenches Near Neurve Chapelle. According to the 1st Royal Irish war diary William and his unit took part of the Famous Christmas Truce of 1914 , again according to the war Diary William fought in the Battle of Neuve Chapelle 1915 Battle of Aubers ridge 1915 Battle of Fromelles 1915 Battle of Loos 1915 . they had a little rest bit in november 1915 but soon moved back into the trenches at Rouge Bancs in December 1915 where they remained in Rouge Bancs until April 1916 when they moved to the trenches in Albert in the Somme. William was killed in Action on the 11th April 1916, during a German Raid on his trench at La Biosselle. The raid was carried out by the German 110th Reserve infantry and the 13th Pioneer Battalion. William was laid to rest at Becourt Military Cementry , In Williams Will , William left everything he owned to his Sister Martha ... Theres not a day goes by i dont think of William , he had to fight for so much during his early years , he fought during the Boer War and During WW1 - he gave everything he had for our Counrty and made the ultimate sacrifice ... William was my Great Grand Uncle ... Stand easy William your duty is done , May you rest in Peace , you will never be forgotten

Hi,

My great uncle - 95542 Gunner Charles Frederic Bowyer, was with the RFA - V5th Heavy Trench Mortar Battery. He died on the 1st July 1917 aged 22, and is buried in Roclincourt Cemetary, Arras.

I would be so grateful if anyone has any information about him or photographs. I do have a photograph of his gravestone.

The only thing I really know about him, is that he was engaged my nan. He went to war with his brother (George - my grandad), and asked George to look after Edith (my nan) if anything happened to him. Unfortunately, he died and George came home to Wandsworth and married Edith.

Thank you Great Uncle Charlie for being so brave!
God Bless You xxx

In memory of Harry Bradshaw of Redditch, Worcestershire, UK, who died (France and Flanders) 10th June 1917.

This is a message for Ann who has a photograph of the grave of Reginald Schollick. (post on 04/08/2014) He was my great grandfather Alfred William Schollick's brother. Alfred his older brother survived the war. I have some of his photos in my possession and am in touch with other family members. If by some chance you see this message we would love a copy of the photo. My email is mattyking[AT]hotmail.com Many thanks.

My uncle Bill (William Edward Suddick) is buried in Gosselies Cemetery. His Lancaster bomber was shot down Jan 1/2, 1944. He was on his 89th operation. I'm thinking about visiting his old airfield (Ludford Magna) and then crossing the channel to make a pilgrimage to Gosselies to visit his grave.

I am the great granddaughter of George James lancett looking for any information on him id love to see a photo of him if possible please


24 II.A.14.
LANCETT GEORGE JAMES b1919 d10 09 1944
United Kingdom

Hello are there any photos of graves from Forceville communal cemetery & extension France..
I’m looking for the grave of Edward Glover Whitmore
9135 2nd Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers died of wounds 4th September 1915.. age 34..
Any help would be greatly appreciated..
Many thanks
Neale..

Sidney Coles private in ambulance corp.
we never found the details of where you were buried until mum had died.
Never forgotten

What a wonderful site and can’t thank you enough for helping to keep the memory of all the Commonwealth soldiers who gave their lives for freedom.

Also remembering my Great Uncle Albert Ince, South Wales Borderers, buried at St Mary’s A.D Cemetary in Belgium, Killed in 1916.

Thank you again.

Remembering Henry Stevenson Ewan 8th Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers 21/8/1917 41960. I always think of you with pride thank you your grandson & familyM

Gunner Arthur Bentley, my great uncle, Royal Field Artillery, died 6.11.17 and is buried at Solferino Farm - apparently he was decapitated by a piece of shrapnel along with two others that were with him. I’m guessing they would be W Moran and WEHunt also from the RFA who both died on the same day and are buried at Solferino.

So comforting to be able to see information regarding my uncle who died a year before I was born. Thank you for making it possible. CHAPMAN JOSEPH ERNEST
United Kingdom Sergeant (W. Op. Air) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve 61 Sqdn. Age: 22 Date of Death: 25/02/1944 Service No: 1393162

Dear Pierre

Expressing great appreciation for all your dedication into this wonderful account of history.
At this time of remembrance thinking of my great uncle Coy. Sgt. Major Ernest Walker, London Rifle Brigade. Killed in action on 6th November 1918. Buried in Angreau Communal Cemetery. Always in our thoughts.
Ann Langran, Cambridge.

My dear Pierre

With attention to this day, the 3 november 1917.

In night between 2 and 3 november 1917, Private Harold Payne, 219208, 42nd Battalion Canadian Infantry, lost his life "Killed in action", at only 19 years old, at The Farm House ruin, half mile south of Passchendaele, Belgium.

Still in memory.

"To live in the hearts of those he loved, is not to die".

Denmark 3 november 2022

Yours sincerely Preben Nielsen, Denmark

( see my message 09.03.2017 and 10.03.2020 )

Beste Pierre
Ik vond uw identiteit vermoedelijk terug in mijn stamboom Vandervelden.
Jammer genoeg heb ik weinig fotomateriaal om mijn stamboom aan te vullen.
De foto's die ik heb beperken zich tot mijn overgrootouders.
U bent welkom om mijn stamboom te bekijken.

Met vriendelijke groeten
Nancy Vandervelden/Belgie

William George Naylor - died 07 April 1918. My 3rd visit this May (2022) to pay my respects to my 1st Cousin, 2 x removed. Killed in Action at Englebelmer Advance Dressing Station, having driven an ambulance with injured colleagues, returning from the front line. Blessings from Grand-daughter, Sylvia. Remembered always. Rest in perpetual peace. Colin x

Hi Pierre

Another Colmo relative contacted me and as he is ( at sign)88 the most senior person and in palliative care I would like to add Max Hallam to Joseph Colmo memory page. Max is the the grandson of Amelia Eddy(nee Colmo). Amelia was the first born child of Joseph and Annie Colmo and Joseph was last born by Millie and Joe were close.

To my great. Uncle You are my hero. Im so proud of love you.

In memory of my Uncle, Able Seaman Sydney A. Cottrell, who died April 23, 1944,while serving aboard HMCS Athabaskan, sunk in the English Channel. Buried in Plouescat Communal Cemetery, France.
I was 4 years old, he was 23 but he is still remembered. I know he rests in peace.

In loving memory of Great Uncle Coy. Sgt. Major Ernest Walker, killed in action 6 November 1918. Buried Angreau communal cemetery.