John Patrick Byrne

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History

John Byrne was a 23 year old labourer living when he enlisted for serviced during World War One on 04 October 1916. His parents were John and Bridget Byrne of Yankee Flat, and his aunt was Mary Bryne. Daniel Byrne served with the 7th Battalion. JOhn Butler died of wounds on 07 November 1917, aged 24. He is buried at Wimereux Communal Cemetery (Plot VI, Row G, Grave 15, France.[1]

Legacy

World War One service recognised on the Navigators Avenue of Honour.

See also

Daniel Joseph Byrne, brother

Navigators

World War One

Notes

References

  1. ↑ Navigators Community Avenue of Honour For Those Who Served WW1, 2015.

Further Reading

External links

http://www.thecourier.com.au/story/2797089/more-names-of-navigators-wwi-diggers-sought-for-avenue-of-honour/


--Clare K.Gervasoni 22:11, 29 March 2015 (AEDT)