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Short, C., O/Smn., 1941

Photo: James Pasby

In Tynemouth (Preston) Cemetery is the Commonwealth War Grave of:

C. Short
Ord.Smn. RN. P/JX 243078
S.S. “Patia”
27th April 1941 Age 23

Cyril, dearly beloved husband
of Nancy
killed at sea
by enemy action

He is remembered at Boulmer on B49.06 and on our List of Ships’ crews


The CWGC entry for Ordinary Seaman Short

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