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JARROW

Robinson, J., Sgt., M.M., 1918

Photo: Vin Mullen

In Jarrow Cemetery is a family headstone for Robinson which reads:

In loving memory of
Ann
The beloved wife of
Joseph Robinson
Who departed this life May 7th 1914
Aged 59 years
Also the above
Joseph Robinson
Who died May 24th 1919, aged 60 years
Also Florrie & Florence,
Children of the above
Who died in infancy
Also Sergt. Joseph Robinson. M.M.
Son of the above
Was killed in action Oct. 23rd 1918
Age 29 years

Vin Mullen has provided the following:

Joseph Robinson Company Serjeant Major 20375. Awards: MM. 15th Battalion Durham Light Infantry. Born Jarrow 1889. Son of Joseph and Annie Robinson (nee Potts)


The CWGC entry for Sergeant Robinson

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