2774: Family tragedy

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posted on 2024-01-17, 10:53 authored by Lest We Forget Project Team

Maternal grandfather left Leigh, Lancashire in around 1912-13, emigrating to Australia. Joined AIF in 1914, sailing from Fremantle. Fought at Gallipoli and the Somme. Suffered an illness and returned to the Leigh after being discharged. Not accepted home by his wife. Probably suffered shell shock (PTSD). Later committed suicide.

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Name of contributor(s)

Anon

Subject of the story/individual the object(s) relate to

The long lasting effects of the war on individuals and their families.

Date(s) the event(s) in the story took place

1912-1915

Location(s) where the event(s) in the story took place

Leigh, Lancs. Fremantle, WA, Gallipoli, the Somme.

Object(s)

None.

Community Collection Day

The Lee, Buckinghamshire (23/02/19)

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Lest We Forget World War One

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