William Lord Brelsford

Rank:2nd LieutNumber:143686
Ship/Rgn/Sqn No:07th Bn (389 Bty) 47
Name of Rgt or Ship:Durham Light Infantry
Died:14/09/1940Age:28
How Died:Killed in Action
Country of burial:U.K.Grave Photo:Yes
Cemetery or Memorial:Manchester (Southern) Cemetery
Town Memorial:Not Listed
Extra Information:
Born during the March quarter 1912 in the Chorlton R.D. - ref: 8c/1751, the
elder son of William Oliver & Laura Brelsford (nee Lord).

In 1911 his parents were residing at 111 Braeman Road, Lady Vain,
Manchester.   His father was employed as a Calico Printer's Clerk.

The 47th (The Durham Light Infantry) AA Battalion, was a Searchlight unit
converted from 7th Battalion, Durham Light Infantry

M.I. "Ever in our thoughts".

His father William Olliver died 01/01/1967 aged 84 years and his mother
Laura died 23/01/1973 aged 87 years.
Memorials found on:
Stretford Grammar School
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