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Watson, C.P., Deck Hand, 1917

Photo: James Pasby

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

C.P. Watson
Deck Hand RNR 4107/DA
H.M. Trawler “Recepto”
16th February 1917 age 22

Death divides
but memory clings
Ever remembered by his
Two children, John & Nellie.

He is remembered in North Shields on N34.16, in Tynemouth on T36.14 page 28 and on our List of Ships’ crews


The CWGC entry for Deck Hand Watson

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