Memorial Details
Memorial
Memorial Atkinson Iraq 1991 Furrowfield School
Reference
W95.09
Place
WINDY NOOK
Original Location
Furrowfield School, Whitehills Drive.
Which war
Iraq, 1991
Memorial Description
“Informal war memorial” comprising a plaque approx 5 inches high x 6 inches wide mounted on a wood pattress on which is the dedication in Roman capitals. This is accompanied by a small display in his memory which includes his beret, funeral flag and a painting of his vehicle and photographs.
Materials used
Brass plaque
Inscription
Paul Atkinson
Born 8 – 9 – 71
Died 26 – 2 – 91
in action
Gulf War
Names
See above
Notes
1. Paul Atkinson was a victim of the so-called “Friendly Fire” incident.
2. His name is on the memorials at Birtley B127.01 and Kibblesworth K23.02. It also appears in St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Chapel in the Tower of London.
2. His name is on the memorials at Birtley B127.01 and Kibblesworth K23.02. It also appears in St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Chapel in the Tower of London.
Newspaper cuttings, photos or archival material
Photos: Alan Little
External web link
Research acknowledgements
Bob Young, Furrowfield School; Alan Little
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