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Annie Clarke | |||
Rank: | Civilian | ||
Name of Rgt or Ship: | Civilian | ||
Died: | 23/12/1940 | ||
How Died: | Killed in Air Raid | ||
Country of burial: | U.K. | Grave Photo: | Yes |
Cemetery or Memorial: | Stretford Cemetery Communal Grave | ||
Town Memorial: | Stretford Book | ||
Extra Information: | |||
CWD Report No.17. Died as a result of falling debris and that the remains of a female were recovered from 28 Stanley Road, Old Trafford at 16.30 hrs on the 28th December 1940, but could not be identified. This person had red hair had been killed by falling debris and was probably aged around 45 years. It was later believed to be the remains of Mrs. Annie Clarke. Killed when a land mine landed on Stanley Road, Old Trafford. This was the worst single incident in terms of loss of life in the whole of Greater Manchester during WW2. In total, thirty three persons were killed. Not commemorated by the CWGC. |
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Civilian Grave Memorial | |||