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Donnelly, J., A/Smn., 1918

Photo: Brian Chandler

In Newcastle (St John Westgate & Elswick) Cemetery is the Commonwealth War Grave of:

J. Donnelly
Able Seaman R.N. 194021
H.M.S. “Pembroke”
1st December 1918, age 38.

R.I.P.

James was the son of Thomas and Bridget of Stockton on Tees. He was awarded the China Medal, 1900 for his part in the Boxer Rebellion in which he served on H.M.S. Isis.

Acknowledgements: Ron Carson

James Donnelly is remembered on our List of Ships’ crews


The CWGC entry for Able Seaman Donnelly

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