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Laing, G.H., Sgt., 1914-18 (1943)

Photo: James Pasby

In Westoe cemetery is a family headstone which reads:-

In loving memory of
George Hylton Laing
Who died June 20th 1930
Also Hannah beloved wife of the above
Who died March 5th 1917
Also Elizabeth Hannah daughter
Who died Feb. 9th 1919
Also George Hylton son
Died April 6th 1943 aged 59 years
D.C.M.??

WW1 Service medals and Rewards Rolls list

Name:George Hylton (D.C.M.) Laing
Military Year:1914-1920
Rank:Sergeant
Medal Awarded:British War Medal and Victory Medal
Regiment or Corps:Northumberland Fusiliers
Regimental Number:19/291

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