E. Galea 1942

Every Name a Story

E. Galea 1942

Rank : Fireman

Edward Galea

Every Name a Story

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

E. Galea,
Fireman
S.S. “Knitsley”
12th December 1942 age 32

He died
for Britain’s glory
and the honour of his race.

He was the son of Gato and Alexandra Galea of Malta, G.C. and the husband of Edna Galea, of The New Quay, North Shields.

Edward Galea is remembered in our List of Ships’ Crews.

First Name: Edward

Last Name: Galea

Which War: Second World War 1939-45

Died: 12/12/1942

Age: 32

Rank: Fireman

Regiment: Merchant Navy

Unit/Ship: S.S. Knitsley (Newcastle upon Tyne)

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