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Davidson, J.C., civilian, 1915
Royal Victoria Infirmary coroners report Number 286, 17th June 1915.

"John Cuthbert Davidson, 31 years, Fitter + Turner. Brinkburn, Havington Burn, Fence Houses. Died at the Royal Victoria Infirmary at 7.40am 16th.

Deceased was found dead on arrival at Royal Victoria Infirmary having died from injuries received by the explosion of bombs dropped from an enemy air craft into Palmers Engine Works, Jarrow the previous night."

John Cuthbert Davidson is remembered at Jarrow on J2.08

This is the same incident that George Ward was also killed.

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