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GATESHEAD

Gowland, A., Trp., 1947

Photo: Geordie at War Project

Photo: Geordie at War Project

In Gateshead (Saltwell) Cemetery is the Commonwealth War Grave of:

2068285 Trooper
A. Gowland
3rd Carabiniers
Royal Armoured Corps
28th June 1947 age 26

The family inscription below the cross cannot be read from the photo. It is hidden by another plaque which reads:

Treasured
Memories of
Our dear son
Michael
Died 21st Sept. ……

There is also a family headstone which reads:

In loving remembrance of
our dear son
Andrew Gowland
who died of wounds received in action 28th June 1947 Aged 26 years

He was associated with 25th Gateshead (St.Andrew's) Scout Group.

Andrew Gowland is remembered in Gateshead on G39.11


The CWGC entry for Trooper Gowland

Scout list

If you know more about this person, please send the details to janet@newmp.org.uk