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Gibson, R.D., Pte., 1921

Photo: Brian Chandler

In Newcastle upon Tyne (St.John's Westgate and Elswick) Cemetery is the Commonwealth War Grave of:

38295 Private
R.D. Gibson
Yorkshire Regiment
18th January 1921 age 23.

Jesu lover of my soul

Robert was the son of Lily Gibson, 39 Rye Hill, Newcastle upon Tyne. He served with the Green Howards (Yorkshire Regiment). He also served with the Labour Corps (578394; Private) and the Royal Fusiliers (GS/107317; Private).

Acknowledgements: Ron Carson


The CWGC entry for Private Gibson

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