Date |
Name |
Information |
|
27/10/2020 |
Pte. John McGarvey |
Private John McGarvey was serving with the 52nd Battalion of the Canadian Infantry (New Ontario Regiment) when he died of wounds on 19th April 1917. |
18/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Mr Hanna said the action arose out of a fatal accident at Churchtown, Lissan, on 3rd February 1945. The plaintiff’s husband, John Cosgrove, had been working at repairs to a wall there, when he was struck by a U.S. Army truck driven by the defendant, and he received injuries from which he died almost immediately. He had lived with his widow, the plaintiff, and eight children, whose ages ranged from seventeen years to one and a half years. The consent provided for payment of £2,250 and costs. The Lord Chief Justice received the consent and made it a rule of Court, and made an order apportioning the shares of the children. |
18/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
In the King’s Bench Division, Mr George B Hanna (instructed by Mr E Malachy Doris, solicitor, Cookstown) moved to make the consent a rule of Court in an action brought by Mrs Alice Cosgrove of Orritor Street, Cookstown, against Charles J O’Malley, a member of the U.S. Armed Forces. |
18/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
02551 |
18/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 29th December 1945: The Churchtown Fatality - £2,250 Damages |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
The death is now officially presumed of Able Seaman Patrick Joseph Tyre of H.M.S. Stronghold, who was reported missing after the battle of the Java sea in 1942. This gallant young sailor, whio joined the Navy in 1939, was a son of the late Patrick Tyre of Belfast. He was well-known in Cookstown, where he resided for a number of years before joining the Navy. His grandfather, Robert Carson, resides in Church Street, Cookstown, and other relatives in Orritor Street, Cookstown. His father died a few months ago and he has a brother, John, also in the Royal Navy, who has six years’ service, and had a very narrow escape at the capitulation of Singapore. |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
02550 |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th December 1945: |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
And cousin Mrs Teresa Devlin, of Orritor Street, Cookstown. |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
His uncle Michael McElhatton |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
His grandfather Robert Carson of Church Street, Cookstown |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
His sorrowing mother, brother, sister, brother-in-law and niece Patricia. 34 Ardilea Street, Belfast. |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
Deeply regretted by |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
‘Our Lady of the Good winds pray for him.’ |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
TYRE - Patrick Joseph Tyre (Able Seaman), previously reported missing, now officially presumed to have lost his life on H.M.S. Stronghold, 2nd March 1942. |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
02549 |
18/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Patrick Joseph Tyre |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th December 1945: Roll of Honour |
18/10/2020 |
Lieut David Andrew Noel Stuart |
Miss Guggenheim, on her engagement to Viscount Stewart, of Stuart Hall. Stewartstown, received a gift of 25,000 dollars from her father, which she gave to several hospitals, including Tyrone County Hospital, which received £1,000. (Exchange rate in 1920 was approx. $3=£1) |
18/10/2020 |
Lieut David Andrew Noel Stuart |
02548 |
18/10/2020 |
Lieut David Andrew Noel Stuart |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th December 1945: 25 Years Ago (12th December 1920) |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
As it dawns another year.’ |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
We who loved him sadly miss him |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
Always remembered by his sister and brother-in-law. London |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
In our hearts forever dear |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
‘Not a day do we forget him |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
JOHNSTON – In sad and loving memory of my only brother, Leading Stoker George U Johnston, Royal Navy, who was drowned on active service and buried in St Stephen’s Cemetery, Trincomalee, Ceylon on 13th December 1943. |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
02547 |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th December 1945: |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
JOHNSTON – In sad and loving memory of my only brother, Leading Stoker George U Johnston, Royal Navy, who was drowned on active service and buried in St Stephen’s Cemetery, Trincomalee, Ceylon on 13th December 1943. Love’s last gift – remembrance. Always remembered by his sister, brother-in-law and Ralph. |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
02546 |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th December 1945: |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
Ever remembered by his father, mother and sisters. 97 Coagh Street, Cookstown |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
In silence we remember.’ |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
‘Not just today but every day, |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
JOHNSTON – In loving memory of our only son, Leading Stoker George U Johnston, Royal Navy, who was drowned on 13th December 1943 on active service and buried in St Stephen’s Cemetery, Trincomalee, Ceylon. |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
02545 |
18/10/2020 |
Ld Stoker George Usher Johnston |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th December 1945: |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Always remembered by Lucy, William and children. Coagh Street, Cookstown. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
You died at your post.’ |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
You were a true soldier |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Your life was your cost |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
‘You fought for your country |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
DUNN – In loving memory of Corporal James Dunn, of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, who served with the Eight Army, killed in action on 23rd November 1944 while in Western Europe. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
02544 |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 24th November 1945: |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Ever remembered by his grandmother and grandfather. Waterloo Terrace, Cookstown. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
And your duty you have done.’ |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
For your country brave |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
But a welcome up above for your life you gave |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
‘No welcome on earth for you dear Jim |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
DUNN – In loving memory of Corporal James Dunn, of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, who served with the Eight Army, killed in action on 23rd November 1944 while in Western Europe. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
02543 |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 24th November 1945: |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
He will never be forgotten.’ |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Though the sea divides his grave from us |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Over that sweet and hallowed plot |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
May the heavenly winds blow softly |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Ever remembered by his loving brothers and sisters, aunt and uncle. Waterloo Terrace, Cookstown. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
On the hearts he left at home |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
But his name is written in letters of gold |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
In a hallowed grave unknown |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
‘He sleeps far away in a foreign land |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
DUNN – In loving memory of my dear son, Corporal James Dunn, of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, who was killed in action on 23rd November 1944. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
02542 |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 24th November 1945: |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing father and step-mother. 17 St Jean’s Cottages, Cookstown. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
One of God’s honoured dead.’ |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
He fought and died for Britain |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
With a simple cross at his head |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
‘Far away from his native land |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
DUNN – In loving memory of my dear son, Corporal James Dunn, of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, who was killed in action on 23rd November 1944. |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
02541 |
17/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 24th November 1945: |
17/10/2020 |
Ass Stew Norman Dennis Rigley |
Always remembered by his wife and little daughter. Main Street, Coagh, County Tyrone. |
17/10/2020 |
Ass Stew Norman Dennis Rigley |
He sleeps beyond England’s foam.’ |
17/10/2020 |
Ass Stew Norman Dennis Rigley |
‘He has no lot nor labour of the daytime |
17/10/2020 |
Ass Stew Norman Dennis Rigley |
RIGLEY – In loving memory of my dear husband, Petty Officer Norman Dennis Rigley, Royal Navy, who was killed in action off the North African coast 9th November 1942, and buried at sea. |
17/10/2020 |
Ass Stew Norman Dennis Rigley |
02540 |
17/10/2020 |
Ass Stew Norman Dennis Rigley |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 17th November 1945: Roll of Honour |
17/10/2020 |
Sgt. Edward Brown |
Remembrance Day was observed in the Presbyterian Church on Sunday, the service being conducted by Rev S Huston. The names of the Roll of Honour 1914-1818 and 1939-45 were read and the two minutes silence observed. Appropriate psalms and hymns were led by the choir, Miss Viola Rea at the organ. After the service, wreaths from the congregation in remembrance of those who had fallen in the two wars, and of Richard David Millar of the Royal Corps of Signals who died in a prisoner of war camp, was placed at the cenotaph by Mrs J C McCague, and one from the choir in memory of Sergeant Edward Brown, Royal Air Force, was placed by Mrs J Bradford. |
17/10/2020 |
Sgt. Edward Brown |
02539 |
17/10/2020 |
Sgt. Edward Brown |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 17th November 1945: Stewartstown |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Remembrance Day was observed in the Presbyterian Church on Sunday, the service being conducted by Rev S Huston. The names of the Roll of Honour 1914-1818 and 1939-45 were read and the two minutes silence observed. Appropriate psalms and hymns were led by the choir, Miss Viola Rea at the organ. After the service, wreaths from the congregation in remembrance of those who had fallen in the two wars, and of Richard David Millar of the Royal Corps of Signals who died in a prisoner of war camp, was placed at the cenotaph by Mrs J C McCague, and one from the choir in memory of Sergeant Edward Brown, Royal Air Force, was placed by Mrs J Bradford. |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
02539 |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 17th November 1945: Stewartstown |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
MILLAR – The members of Stewartstown Boxing Club regret the death of their esteemed member, Richard David Millar, Royal Corps of Signals, who was captured in Malaya and now officially announced as having died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp in Borneo in 1944, and tender their sincere sympathy. Albert Bleeks, Secretary. |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
02538 |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 10th November 1945: |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
MILLAR – Richard David Millar, dearly loved youngest son of the late Robert Millar, Drumay, and Ms Millar, Stewartstown, who died in a prisoner of war camp in Borneo, date unknown. |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
02537 |
17/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 10th November 1945: |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Ever lovingly remembered by mother Ella and Jim. Mrs Millar and family, Stewartstown, wish to return thanks to all the kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement, especially all who sent letters and telegrams, and hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all. |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Shall meet to part no more.’ |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Where death divided friends at last |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
We’ll reach that happy shore |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
But a few short years of trouble past |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Who died that we may live. |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
He is only one of many |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
He gave all he had to give |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
‘His earthly life is ended |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
And not afraid to die.’ |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Remember your son was a soldier too |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Though tears may dim your eye |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Just look upon them mother dear |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
From brothers Bobbie, Willie, and sister in law, Iris. |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Who will never more return. |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
You will think of your fallen hero |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
And others are coming marching home |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
And now this war is over |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
Whenever you think of me. |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
And always remember that, dear mother |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
And the land of the brave and free |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
‘I have died for the dear old home, |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
MILLAR – Cherished memories of our dear brother, David Millar, of Stewartstown, did during 1944 while a prisoner of war in Borneo. |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
02536 |
16/10/2020 |
Sig/man Richard David Millar |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 3rd November 1945: |
16/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
Many thanks to Wilfred Stewart who supplied the image of the tablet. |
16/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
In proud and loving memory of Major G W Nangle, Indian Army. Killed at Cassino, Italy on 2nd March 1944. And of Lieutenant H N M Nangle, Fleet Air Arm, killed in performance of duty on 18th May 1931. Eldest and second sons of Colonel and Mrs K E Nangle. |
16/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
02535 |
16/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
There is memorial tablet in Ballyeglish Parish Church commemorating Major Gilbert Nangle. It reads: |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
Always remembered by his aunt and cousin. Derrychrin, Ballinderry Bridge, Coagh. |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
But in heaven we hope to meet you again.’ |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
You cannot return, so tears are in vain |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
We speak of you often, although passed away |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
‘We do not forget, no not for a day |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
JEFFERS – In loving memory of Private Alexander Jeffers, British Expeditionary Force, killed in action in Central Mediterranean on 3rd November 1943 and was buried in Sangro River Cemetery, Italy. |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
02534 |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 3rd November 1945: Roll of Honour |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
Still sadly missed by his loving father, mother, brother and sister, Main Street, Coagh. |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
But your smiling face is always in our heart.’ |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
For the broad wide ocean keeps us apart |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
No flowers can we lay on the grave where you lie |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
Sleep oh dear Sandy, as the days roll by |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
One of God’s honoured dead. |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
He fought and died for Britain |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
With a simple cross at his head |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
‘Far away from his native land |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
JEFFERS – In loving memory of our dear son, Sandy, who was killed in action on 3rd November 1943 in the Central Mediterranean, and was buried in Sangro River Cemetery, Italy. |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
02533 |
15/10/2020 |
Fus Alexander (Sandy) Jeffers |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 3rd November 1945: Roll of Honour |
14/10/2020 |
Fus Hugh O'Neill |
Mr and Mrs Hugh O’Neill, of Chapel Street, Cookstown, have received official notification from the War Office regretfully stating that their son, Hugh Con O’Neill, who was serving with the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, is presumed killed in action in Burma on 7th April 1943. Fusilier Hugh Con O’Neill was reported missing since 1943. He joined up in 1940 at the age of 18 years and served for two years at home and afterwards abroad. |
14/10/2020 |
Fus Hugh O'Neill |
02532 |
14/10/2020 |
Fus Hugh O'Neill |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 13th October 1945: |
13/10/2020 |
1st Radio Samuel John Jackson Scott |
SCOTT – August 1940, Samuel John Jackson, Chief Radio Officer, Merchant Navy, lost at sea through enemy action. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing father and mother, William John and M V Scott; also brother and sister. 58 James Street, Cookstown. |
13/10/2020 |
1st Radio Samuel John Jackson Scott |
02531 |
13/10/2020 |
1st Radio Samuel John Jackson Scott |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 25th August 1945: Roll of Honour |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
BARKER – In loving memory of my dear brother Tot, 1st S.A.S. Regiment, killed in action 9th August 1944, and buried in Marrissel, Beauvais, France. Beautiful memories cherished forever. Ever remembered by his sister and brother-in-law, 4 Sandhurst, Cookstown. |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
02530 |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 11th August 1945: |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing mother, brothers and sister. Oldtown Street, Cookstown and Castlewellan. |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
I will be waiting there for you.’ |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
At the end of the lane of shadows |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
Dear mother be brave and true |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
His voice keeps whispering softly |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
And he slumbers now in a hero’s grave |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
‘He was one of the fearless, one of the brave |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
BARKER – In loving memory of my dear son and our dear brother, Trooper Thomas James (Tot) Barker, 1st S.A.S. Regiment, killed in action 9th August 1944, and buried in Marrissel, Beauvais, France. |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
02529 |
13/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 11th August 1945: Roll of Honour |
12/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
CRANE – Treasured memories of our dear nephew, 1532034 Sergeant Thomas Crane, Royal Air Force, missing from air operations on the night of 29th July 1944, now presumed dead. We shall always remember him smiling. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing aunt and uncle, B and J Forrest; also his cousins Mary, Jim, John and Tom, Cookstown, Belfast, Germany and Burma. |
12/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
02528 |
12/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 4th August 1945: Roll of Honour |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
6 Louisville, Cookstown |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
Where our dear Freddie lies.’ |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
Our thoughts are on that lonely grave |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
And sleep forsakes our eyes |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
‘At night when all is silent |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
STEWART – In loving memory of Leading Aircraftman (L.A.C.) Freddie Stewart, Royal Air Force, accidentally killed 27th July 1940. |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
02527 |
11/10/2020 |
A/man Frederick Stewart |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 28h July 1945: |
11/10/2020 |
Pte. Dennis George Fletcher |
FLETCHER – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private Dennis George Fletcher, Buff Regiment, killed in action in Normandy on 20th July 1944. Buried in Hottot Cemetery. On his soul sweet Jesus, have mercy. Ever lovingly remembered by his wife and all at home. Smith Street, Moneymore. |
11/10/2020 |
Pte. Dennis George Fletcher |
02526 |
11/10/2020 |
Pte. Dennis George Fletcher |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 28h July 1945: |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
CRANE – In loving memory of our dear son, Sergeant Thomas Crane, Royal Air Force, presumed to have lost his life on an operational flight on 29th July 1944. Sadly missed by his father, mother, brothers and sisters, 51 Magdala Street, Belfast; also his brother Richard on active service in the Fleet Air Arm, South Pacific. True hearts that loved you will never forget. |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
02525 |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 28h July 1945: Roll of Honour |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
‘Your son had always displayed a splendid courage and determination in carrying out his operational sorties against the enemy, and during the time he had been here he had proved himself to be a most competent and efficient Air Bombardier and Navigator. He was also a popular member of a fine crew, who will all be greatly missed in the squadron.’ |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
Mr and Mrs T Crane, of 51 Magdala Street, Belfast (formerly of Cookstown), have received official intimation from the Air Ministry that their son, Sergeant Thomas Crane, Royal Air Force, previously reported missing from a raid on Stuttgart in southern Germany on 28-29th July 1944, is now presumed to have lost his life. A letter from his commanding officer to his parents reads as follows:- |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
02524 |
11/10/2020 |
Sgt. Thomas Crane |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 28h July 1945: |
11/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Fusilier E Cosgrove, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, who was in the invasion of Normandy, and has been in Holland since VE Day, spent a short furlough at his home in Orritor Street, Cookstown recently. He is a brother of Fusilier B Cosgrove, who had been a prisoner of war in Germany, and he also had another brother serving, who was killed in a train accident on his way home on leave last year. |
11/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
02523 |
11/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 28h July 1945: Fusilier Edward Cosgrove – brother of John Cosgrove |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
Ever remembered by father, mother, brothers and sisters. Donaghrisk, Tullyhogue. |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
On the hearts he left at home.’ |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
But his name is written in letters of gold |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
In a hallowed grave unknown |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
‘He sleeps far away in a foreign land |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
HARKNESS – 19th July 1943 in the Middle East, Private William John Harkness, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, killed in action |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
02522 |
11/10/2020 |
Fus William J Harkness |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 14th July 1945: Roll of Honour - In Memorial |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Ever remembered by his sister Florrie, brother-in law and little niece Betty. Coagh Street, Cookstown. |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
For his country’s cause, he did fall. |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
He sleeps far away in a hero’s grave |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
He answered his Captain’s call |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
He died at his post like a soldier brave |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
REID – Loving memories of Gordon, killed in North West Europe on 7th July 1944. |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
02521 |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 7th July 1945: |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Fondly remembered by mother, brothers, and sister. Coagh Street, Cookstown and Birmingham. |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Can never pass away.’ |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Whose sweet voice from our memories |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Dear as the light of day |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Thou who went to so many hearts |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Can go to weep for thee |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Where none of all who loved thee here |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
Far over the rolling sea |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
‘His grave is with the British dead |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
REID – Fond memory of my youngest son and our dear brother, Paratrooper Gordon Reid, killed in North West Europe on 7th July 1944. |
10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
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10/10/2020 |
Pte. Gordon Reid |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 7th July 1945: |
10/10/2020 |
Marine Samuel George Duncan |
Mrs Duncan, Soran Cottage, Stewartstown, has received word from the Admiralty that her second son, Samuel George Duncan, Royal Marines, died in a prisoner of war camp in Thailand on 19th July 1943. He was a survivor of H.M.S. Repulse, and was taken prisoner at Singapore in April 1942. |
10/10/2020 |
Marine Samuel George Duncan |
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10/10/2020 |
Marine Samuel George Duncan |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 7th July 1945: |
10/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
Lieutenant Milo Nangle, whose name is a also recorded, was a typical sailor, a very simple happy natured young man, who always brought sunshine, wherever he went. He was killed in 1931, through no fault of his own, in a collision between two planes when a number were landing in formation on Aircraft Carrier Courageous. |
10/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
The preacher in St Matthias’s Church, Ballyeglish on Sunday morning was His Grace the Lord Primate. The service was conducted by the rector, Rev R C C O’Connor. M.A., and the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper was celebrated by the Archbishop. Miss F McCutcheon presided at the organ. His Grace the Lord Primate unveiled a tablet in the memory of Major Gilbert William Nangle and Lieutenant Milo Nangle, sons of Colonel and Mrs K E Nangle of Ballyeglish Major Gilbert William Nangle, who lost his life in Italy, joined the Indian Army in 1923 and served on the Frontier and in other parts of India. After some years he submitted his resignation, as peacetime soldiering did not appeal to him, although he was much beloved by his men. Later he received a commission in the Palestine police. Here he had more scope for the life of adventure for which he craved. But on the outbreak of war the call to arms was too strong to resist, and he got leave to re-join the Indian Army. He was employed on intelligence work for a time in Iraq, but when the Indian Long Range Desert Squadron was formed, he volunteered for it and after a course of training went with it to North Africa at the beginning of 1942. The squadron was used for recognisance and demolition work, and generally operated miles behind enemy lines, making its way across the uncharted desert by navigation. For his share in this dangerous and arduous he was mentioned id despatches. When the Germans were drive out of North Africa, he volunteered for Italy, and was appointed to the 2/7th Ghurkha Rifles. They were sent to help in the taking of Cassino town and monastery, and in the fighting there he met his death. |
10/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
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10/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 30th June 1945: Ballyeglish Parish – Memorial Tablets Unveiled |
09/10/2020 |
Pte. William Nelson |
Victor Nelson, of Fountain Road, Cookstown, was charged by Sergeant Irwin with disorderly behaviour on the public street in Cookstown on 14th June. George Marshall, of Ruskey, was similarly charged on the same occasion. The defendants, who did not appear, were stated to be serving soldiers. Sergeant Irwin gave evidence that he received a complaint regarding Marshall’s conduct and followed him to a fish and chip saloon in Cookstown. The witness spoke to him and he became very troublesome and used filthy language. He also refused to give his name and address. Nelson later came along and said the police had no power over them. The sergeant added that, up to this, the police had been generous with them and had given them wider latitude than under ordinary circumstances. On this occasion the defendants misconducted themselves to a great extent. Marshall was fined two pounds and Nelson one pound, and both were bound to the peace for twelve months in their own bail of five pounds each. |
09/10/2020 |
Pte. William Nelson |
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09/10/2020 |
Pte. William Nelson |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated Saturday 30th June 1945: Soldier’s Disorderly Behaviour |
08/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
The Queen and I offer you our heartfelt sympathy in your great sorrow. We pray that the Empire’s gratitude for a life so nobly given in its service may bring you some measure of consolation. George. R.I. |
08/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Mr Robert Dunn, of Waterloo Terrace, Cookstown, whose grandson, Corporal James Dunn, was reported killed on 21st November 1944, has received the following letter from the King:- |
08/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
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08/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 16th June 1945: |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
Ever remembered by his loving wife, Coagh Street, Cookstown and his son, C.M.F. |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
He will never be forgot’ |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
Though the sea divides his grave from me |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
Over that sweet and hallowed spot |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
May the heavenly wind blow softly |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
On the hearts he left at home. |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
But his name is written in letters of gold |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
In a hallowed grave unknown |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
‘He sleeps far away in a foreign land |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
STIRRUP – In fond remembrance of my husband, Lance Corporal G Stirrup, who died while prisoner of war in Germany, 13th June 1943. |
08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
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08/10/2020 |
L/Corp George Stirrup |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 16th June 1945: |
08/10/2020 |
A/man William Charles Irvine |
IRVINE - In loving memory of my dear Billy, Royal Air Force, killed in action 11th June 1940. Memories will ever remain. Ever remembered by his loving mother, brothers and sisters, Doorless, Tullyhogue. |
08/10/2020 |
A/man William Charles Irvine |
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08/10/2020 |
A/man William Charles Irvine |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 16th June 1945: |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
Always remembered by his sister Margaret, Hawthorn Cottage, Stewartstown. |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
How much I miss him yet.’ |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
But time has so far only proved |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
And helps us to forget |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
‘They say time heals all sorrow |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
BLEEKS – Cherished with love is the memory of my dear brother ftsman William James Bleeks, killed at Skeabrae 20th June 1942. |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
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07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 16th June 1945: |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
Remembered always by his brother, Winthrope Elliott Bleeks, Hawthorn Cottage, Stewartstown. |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
Where my dear brother lies’ |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
My thoughts are on that lonely grave |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
And sleep forsakes my eyes |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
‘At night when all is silent |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
BLEEKS – In treasure remembrance of my dear brother, Leading Aircraftsman W J Bleeks, killed at Skeabrae 20th June 1942. |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
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07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 16th June 1945: |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
Ever remembered by his father, mother, brother and sister, also his two little children. Hawthorn Cottage, Stewartstown. |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
I am waiting there for you.’ |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
At the end of the vale of shadows |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
Parents be brave or through |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
‘His voice keeps gently whispering |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
BLEEKS – In loving remembrance of our dear son, Leading Aircraftsman W J Bleeks, killed at Skeabrae 20th June 1942. |
07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
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07/10/2020 |
Lead Airc William James Bleeks |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 16th June 1945: In Memorial |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private W Campbell, Pioneer Corps, of Fortview |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Sapper Cecil Lee, Royal Engineers, of Red Brae, Tullywiggan |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private P Hagan, Royal Artillery, of Fortview |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Sergeant R Nixon, Royal Artillery, of Coagh Street |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private James Corey, Pioneer Corps, of Fountain Road |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private J Creggan, Pioneer Corps, of Killymoon Street |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private Victor Stirrup, R.I.F., of Coagh Street |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private E Cosgrove, R.I.F., of Orritor Street |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Sergeant Thomas McGeown, Royal Field Artillery, of Killymoon Street |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private John McIlree, R.I.F., of Maloon |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Private J Larmour, R.U.R., of Orritor Street, Cookstown who was wounded in the leg and his brother Private W Larmour, R.I.F., of Killymoon Street |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Intimation was received on Thursday by Mr Robert Larmour of Killymoon Street, Cookstown, that his son, Private R Larmour, R.I.F., is missing. Local men who were with British Expeditionary Force in Flanders who are at present on leave include:- |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Mrs Curran of Drapersfield has been officially notified that her son, Seaman A Curran, is reported missing. He was serving on the aircraft carrier H.M.S. Glorious, believed lost in action in Norwegian waters recently. He had several years service in the Navy. |
07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
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07/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 15th June 1940: (Private E Cosgrove - brother of John Cosgrove) |
06/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
Thomas’ father, John Barker, died on 31st July 1925. Thomas would have been a baby. |
06/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
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06/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
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06/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
BARKER – In loving memory of John Barker died 31st July 1925. His wife Mary Florence, died 11th February 1968. And their son Thomas James, killed in action 9th August 1944. Buried at Beauvais, France. And their daughter Florence Reace Colvin 28th June 1919 – 23rd November 2007 (tbc) |
06/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
Thomas Barker is also commemorated on the family headstone in the grounds of Lissan Church of Ireland. The headstone reads: |
06/10/2020 |
Pte. Thomas James (Tot) Barker |
Known family: John Barker, Florence Barker, Florence Reace Barker (born 28th June 1919), Evelyn Barker, Louis Barker, Thomas James Barker (born about 1924). |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
Always remembered by his mother, sister and brothers. King’s Bridge, Cookstown. |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
To part with one we loved so dear.’ |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
The call was sudden, the shock severe |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
When the one we loved was called away |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
‘Three years ago today have passed away |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
PURVIS – In loving memory of Fusilier V G Purvis, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, who was drowned by accident in Cornwall on 3rd June 1942. |
04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
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04/10/2020 |
Fus Victor George Purvis |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: |
04/10/2020 |
L/Corp Henry Greer |
GREER –6985178 Lance Corporal H Greer, who was killed in action in June 1944 with the 6th Airborne Division in France. ‘He died that we may live’ Always remembered by his loving pals: Corporal Ruddell, Corporal Hall, Rifleman Nelson and Rifleman Marshall, serving with the same division in Germany. |
04/10/2020 |
L/Corp Henry Greer |
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04/10/2020 |
L/Corp Henry Greer |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: |
04/10/2020 |
L/Corp Henry Greer |
GREER – In fond and loving memory of my dear brother, 6985178 Lance Corporal H Greer, who was killed in action in June 1944 with the 8th Airborne Division in France. ‘He gave his life, there is no greater glory.’ Always remembered by his brother and sister-in-law. Grange, Tullyhogue. |
04/10/2020 |
L/Corp Henry Greer |
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04/10/2020 |
L/Corp Henry Greer |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: |
04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
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04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
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04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
His uncle Edward served with the Kings Own Scottish Borderers. |
04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
He was in India for five years before the war broke out and was in action in Africa, Sicily and Italy, and in Belgium and Holland. |
04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
They lived at Waterloo Terrace, Cookstown. |
04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
Mr Robert Dunn, of Waterloo Terrace, Cookstown, has just received official intimation that his grandson, Corporal James Dunn, of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, previously reported as missing, was killed in action on 23rd November. He was in India for five years before the war broke out and was in action in Africa, Sicily and Italy, and in Belgium and Holland. His uncle Edward is in the Kings Own Scottish Borderers. |
04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
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04/10/2020 |
Corp James Dunn |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: |
04/10/2020 |
Marine Samuel George Duncan |
DUNCAN – 19th July 1943, in a prisoner of war camp in Thailand, Samuel George Duncan, Royal Marines, the dearly beloved second son of the late Samuel and Lucy Duncan, Soran Cottage, Stewartstown. Deeply regretted and proudly remembered by his mother and brothers Larry and Victor, and Jim, C.P.O., Royal Navy. |
04/10/2020 |
Marine Samuel George Duncan |
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04/10/2020 |
Marine Samuel George Duncan |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
CURRAN - A tribute of love and remembrance of my dear brother Andrew, lost at seas on active service, on H.M.S. Glorious, 9th June 1940. ‘A loved one whose memory we cherish.’ Always remembered by his sister and brother-in-law, 99 Coagh Street, Cookstown. |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
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04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
Always remembered by his parents, brother and sisters, Drapersfield. |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
The pain of parting without farewell.’ |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
‘Tis only those who have lost can tell |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
CURRAN – In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Able Seaman Andrew Curran, Royal Navy, lost in action H.M.S. Glorious, 9th June 1940. |
04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
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04/10/2020 |
Ab Sea Andrew Curran |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 9th June 1945: Roll of Honour – In Memorial |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Unknown 5th brother - who was also serving, was killed in a train accident on his way home on leave in 1944. |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Edward Cosgrove, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, - fourteen years’ service and had been abroad since 1939. He was at the invasion of Normandy, in Holland. |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
William Bill Cosgrove – Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers joined army in 1933, captured in Italy at Christmas 1944. Repatriated at end of war |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
James Cosgrove - lived at McNaney’s Court, Cookstown. It seems he was involved in ‘war work’ |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
John Cosgrove – killed at Churchtown in an accident |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
Fusilier B Cosgrove, of Orritor Street, Cookstown, also of the Inniskillings, arrived home last week, and like Fusilier Darragh, is in excellent health. He has been in the army since 1933 and went to France in June 1939, and from the outbreak of war was in the fighting there until the evacuation of Dunkirk in 1940. In April 1942 he went to Italy and was taken prisoner by the Germans on 16th December 1944. He was first taken to Montoba where he was held for about a month, when he was taken to Stalag 7A at Moosburg in Germany. After about a couple of months there, he was marched to Mittenberg in the Alps, where he remained until released by the American 7th Army on 1st May. Fusilier Cosgrove says that, on the whole, the Germans treated the prisoners well and while on the march were well treated and were given bread and water on the way. Fusilier Cosgrove also speaks highly of the Red Cross and says that during the time he was held prisoner, Red Cross parcels arrived twice weekly and continued until he was released. The rations provided by the Germans consisted of some soup, at about 11 o’clock in the morning, and at about 4 o’clock in the evening a small portion of bread. Fusilier Cosgrove says he was very pleased with how he was treated by the people of Cookstown on his arrival home. One of his brothers was killed in the fatal accident at Churchtown recently. He also has a brother in the army in Holland. Another brother, who was also serving, was killed in a train accident on his way home on leave last year. |
04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
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04/10/2020 |
Civilian John Cosgrove |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 26th May 1945: More Prisoners of War – Fusiliers Cosgrove (and Darragh) |
03/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
By this bold move, he succeeded in establishing a company post on the key feature and just at daylight, Lieutenant Colonel Nangle collected and reorganised the rest of the battalion in Cassino, which offered the only shelter, in spite of the battle still raging therein. At the same time he collected and reorganised a company from another unit which had lost all its officers. The next night, after stiffening enemy opposition, he led his battalion over a route presenting great natural difficulties and, overcoming all obstacles, secured Hangman’s Hill properly and established himself within a few hundred yards of the monastery itself. Here, for the next few days, Lieutenant Colonel Nangle maintained himself in close proximity to the enemy under constant fire. Events elsewhere made it impossible for him to be reinforced and the enemy eventually succeeded in cutting his supply line. In spite of the shortage of food and water caused thereby, and constant casualties, he maintained the spirit of his troops and was ever ready to take offensive action. Finally, on the night of 24th-25th March, Lieutenant Colonel Nangle was ordered to make a hazardous withdrawal, which involved passing through the investing army with the whole of his unit. This movement succeeded beyond the highest hopes, mainly due to gallant and skilful leadership. The courage, skill and leadership displayed by Lieutenant Colonel Nangle during these operations were of an outstanding nature and were a constant inspiration and example to all ranks under his command.’ |
03/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
‘Lieutenant Colonel Nangle displayed most conspicuous gallantry, leadership and initiative of an outstanding nature when in command of his battalion during the fighting at Cassino between 16th and 25th March 1944. The task initially given to his battalion was the securing of Hangman’s Hill, which was the key to the proposed attack on the Monte Cassino monastery itself. The securing of the feature depended upon the securing of certain intermediate objectives by another unit. Owing to the enemy opposition and the adverse weather conditions on the night of 15th-16th March, the intermediate objectives were not secured. However, Lieutenant Colonel Nangle, realising the vital importance of his own task and the necessity of the few remaining hours of darkness to cover it, led his battalion to his attack, ignoring the intervening objectives. |
03/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
Lieutenant Colonel George Slator Nangle, 9th Ghurkha Rifles, Indian Army, son of Lieutenant Colonel K E Nangle, of Ballyeglish, Moneymore, was invested with the Distinguished Service Order (D.S.O.), by His Majesty the King at Buckingham Palace on Friday 19th May. The citation, issued by the Indian Office, with the award of the Distinguished Service Order, was as follows: |
03/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
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03/10/2020 |
Maj Gilbert William Nangle |
From the Mid Ulster Mail dated 26th May 1945: South Derry Officer’s Honour – D.S.O. for Lieutenant Colonel George Slator Nangle (brother of Major Gilbert Nangle) |