George Longstaff
John Longstaff
Oswald Longstaff
William Longstaff
The following were all sons of Mr. and Mrs. W. Longstaff of 78 Redburn View, North Shields who served in the 1939-45.
They were all educated at Ralph Gardner School.
George Longstaff served with the Royal Navy in Middle East
John Longstaff, aged 19, was a Sergeant Pilot in the Royal Air Force, having received his wings in Canada.
Oswald Longstaff, aged 18, served with the Merchant Navy.
William Longstaff, aged 21, was a Corporal in the Royal Air Force.