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Army

Pagnoni, George

25th February 202322nd September 2023
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George Pagnoni

Rank: Private

Regiment: 13th Kensington Battalion, London Regiment

Parents: Mr Henry & Mrs Flora Pagnoni (nee Bendall)

Parent’s Address: 95a Hughenden Road, Hastings

Other Info: Severely wounded at Albert, France and died aged 18 on 17th September 1916. He is remembered at Kensal Green (All Soul’s) Cemetery, Screen Wall 213.6.9.

An article in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer dated 30th September 1916 reports “Although only 18 years of age, George Pagnoni, lately residing at 22 Southwater Road, St. Leonard’s, did not disregard the call of duty. In April 1915 he enlisted in the County of London Regiment, and went to France the following August.

Towards the end of June he was blown up in his trench as the result of German mining operations (sic), but apart from being extremely shaken he emerged from that alarming experience unhurt.

On July 1st when the Big Push was commenced Pagnoni’s Regiment along with other gallant London battalions took part in the operation. Whilst rushing upon the enemy trenches the faithful soldier was struck upon the head by a piece of shell and sustained a fractured skull.

He was sent to England and placed in hospital at Denmark Hill, and afterwards to a nursing home at Byfleet, Surrey, where for a time he seemed to improve. He had a relapse however, and with all speed possible he was transferred to the Fulham Military Hospital. Despite all that was done for him he passed away. Private Pagnoni was a bright and cheerful boy and his death is deeply regretted.

The funeral took place last Wednesday afternoon, the first part of the burial service was held at the chapel of the hospital. There were a number of wounded soldiers present. A deputation of his colleagues from the Natural History Museum, where he was an Attendant, were present at this service. The internment was made at Kensal Green Cemetery and full military honours were accorded. The mourners were: Mrs Pagnoni (mother), Miss Pagnoni (sister), Mrs Pagnoni (aunt), Miss Bendall (aunt). Wreathes were contributed by all the mourners, and also by the staff of the Natural History Museum, staff of the North End Road School, Madame Helen and family, neighbours, two old chums Monty and Will, Matron and staff at the Byfleet Convalescent Home, Mrs Cornish and Miss Morgan.”

Photograph and additional information from the Lives of the First World War website.

Published: September 1916

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Army

Reid, James Lestock Ironside

14th January 2023
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James Lestock Ironside Reid

Rank: Lieutenant

Regiment: 1st Battalion, Attached to 2nd Battalion, 2nd King’s Own Gurkha Rifles (The Sirmoor Rifles)

Parents: Colonel James Henry Erskine Reid & Mrs Reid

Address: 52 Sedlescombe Road, St Leonards

According to CWGC, James died aged 27 on 2nd November 1914. He is remembered at Neuve-Chapelle Memorial, on Panel 18 to 20.

Image from the book ‘The bond of sacrifice; a biographical record of all British officers who fell in the Great War’ which is available to view for free at Archive.org.

This book says that “he was born at Eastbourne on the 4th January, 1887, the only son of Colonel James Henry Erskine Reid. late of the King’s Own Scottish Borderers. On his mother’s side Lieutenant Reid was first cousin (two removed) of the late Brigadier-General John Nicholson, the hero of Delhi.

Lieutenant Reid was educated at Wellington College and at the R.M.C., Sandhurst. He joined the Scottish Rifles in October, 1907: was transferred to the 10th Gurkhas in September, 1909. and to the 2nd Gurkhas in January, 1913.

He was killed in the trenches at Neuve Chapelle on the 2nd November, 1914, with all his brother officers. Lieutenant Reid was fond of polo, football, and hockey, and was good at all games. He was not married.’

Published: November 1914

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Army

Gilliat-Smith, Arthur

1st January 2023
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Arthur Gilliat-Smith

Rank: Lieutenant

Regiment: 26th Field Company, Royal Engineers

Parents: Mr Harold & Mrs Laura Sybil Gilliat-Smith

Parent’s Address: 37 Kenilworth Road, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer dated 7th November 1914 reports that: “A promising young officer, Lieut. Arthur Gilliat-Smith, only son of Mrs Harold Gilliat-Smith, or 37 Kenilworth Road, St Leonards, was killed in action on All Saints’ Day. He was in the 26th Co., Royal Engineers, and was leading his men to reinforce some infantry against an attack when he fell.

Lieutenant Gilliat-Smith was formerly a pupil at St Paul’s House, St Leonards. He afterwards went to Hillside, Godalming and Rugby Schools. His military career throughout had been with the Regulars. He obtained his commission in 1908 and became a Lieutenant in 1911. After leaving Chatham he went to Bordon Camp. He was one of the first officers to go with the Expeditionary Force.

According to CWGC, Arthur died aged 26 on 1st November 1914 and is remembered at Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial on Panel 9.

Image from the book ‘The bond of sacrifice; a biographical record of all British officers who fell in the Great War’ which is available to view for free at Archive.org.

This book says that “he was born at Blackheath on the 3rd July, 1888, the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Giilliat Smith, and great-grandson of the late Joseph Smith, formerly of The Oaks, Woodmansterne, Surrey. He was also related to the late Sir Edmund Bainbridge, K.C.B. He was educated at St. Paul’s House, St. Leonards-on-Sea : Hillside, Godalming and subsequently at Rugby and the R.M.A., Woolwich.

He was gazetted to the R.E. in December, 1908, and after leaving Chatham joined the 26th Field Company at Bordon Camp, Hampshire, where he served all the time he was in England. He became Lieutenant in February, 1911.

He was a cross-country rider, and won several point-to-point races in 1913-14. He was also expert on ski, and always spent part of his winter leave in Switzerland or Norway. In the Great War he was killed on the 1st November, 1914, near Ypres, when leading his section to reinforce some infantry under a very hot fire. His Commanding Officer wrote of him: “I have lost a loyal friend and a most keen and efficient officer.”

Published: October 1916

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Navy

Beaney, Charles Arthur

27th December 202227th December 2022
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Charles Arthur Beaney

Rank: Petty Officer Stoker

Ship: HMS Falcon

Parents: Mr William Ford & Mrs Esther Beaney

Brother: Albert Edward Beaney

Address: 57 Norman Road, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 31st October 1914 reports “The sad news has been received that Mr Charles Arthur Beaney, of 57 Norman Road, St Leonards, was killed on the ‘Falcon’ destroyer, during the recent bombardment of German forces by our Fleet. Mr Beaney was a single man, aged 38, and was a Petty Officer. What makes his death more distressing is that quite recently a married brother, a Postman between Battle and Westfield, was lost on the ‘Hogue’.

According to CWGC, Charles is buried at Hastings Cemetery, grave reference E.A.18X.

Published: October 1914

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Army

Mackie, Percy Vincent

6th August 2022
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Percy Vincent Mackie

Rank: Private

Regiment: Middlesex Regiment

Address: Western House, Warrior Gardens, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 26th October 1918 reads; “Wounded on September 29th, now in Woking hospital”

Additional name information from the Lives of the First World War website.

Published: October 1918

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Army

Brasier, William

31st July 20226th August 2022
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William Brasier

Rank: Private

Regiment: 1st/6th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment

Parents: Mr T& Mrs Brasier

Parent’s Address: Thomas’s Cottage, Bourne Walk, Hastings

Wife: Mrs D S M Jinks (formerly Brasier)

Address: 35 Newgate Road, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 26th October 1918 reads; “died whilst serving in France”

According to CWGC, William died aged 32 on 25th September 1918, and is remembered at Roisel Communal Cemetery Extension, grave reference II.J.8.

Additional information from the Lives of the First World War website.

Published: October 1918

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Army

Dunk, Arthur Lewis Spencer

23rd July 2022
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Arthur Lewis Spencer Dunk

Rank: Lance Corporal

Regiment: 1st Battalion, South Wales Borderers

Parents: Mr A S & Mrs Jane Dunk

Parents Address: 27 Horntye Road, St Leonards

Wife: Ethel May Mewett (Nee Tester, formerly Dunk)

Daughter: Nora E Dunk

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 12th October 1918 reads; “Killed in action on September 15th, 1918, aged 27. Husband of Mrs Dunk, Forest Row, Sussex and eldest son of Mrs A. S. Dunk, of Hamilton, Canada, late of St Leonards”

According to CWGC, Arthur is remembered at Vadencourt British Cemetery, Maissemy, grave reference V.C.12.

Additional information from the Lives of the First World War website.

Published: October 1918

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Easton, George Cyril

10th July 202217th July 2022
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George Cyril Easton

Rank: Second Lieutenant

Regiment: 66th Squadron, Royal Air Force

Parents: Mr & Mrs G Easton

Address: Lewisham, formerly 10 Stevenson Road, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 21st September 1918 reads; “Second Lieutenant George Easton, R.A.F., Italian E.F., who has been posted as missing since August, is the fifth son of Mr & Mrs G. Easton.” His photograph was published in the paper a week later.

According to CWGC, George died aged 19 on 5th August 1918. He is remembered at Tezze British Cemetery, grave reference Plot 6, Row D, Grave 2.

Published: September 1918

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Army

Burt, Frederick George

3rd July 2022
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Frederick George Burt

Rank: Lance Corporal

Regiment: ‘A’ Company, 11th Battation, Royal Sussex Regiment

Parents: Mr & Mrs Burt

Parent’s Address: St Leonards-on-Sea

Sister: Mrs Fishburn

Sister’s Address: 115 Bohemia Road, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 31st August 1918 reads; “Killed in action May 31st”

According to CWGC, Frederick died aged 40 and is remembered at Etaples Military Cemetery, grave reference LVX.E.24.

Published: August 1918

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Army

Cruttenden, William H

2nd July 2022
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William H Cruttenden

Rank: Private

Regiment: 11th Battalion, Royal Fusiliers

Parents: Mr & Mrs W G Cruttenden

Address: 29 Alfred Street, St Leonards

Other Info: An article published in the Hastings & St Leonards Observer on 31st August 1918 reads; “Reported missing since 10th August 1917. Now reported killed on that date. Sent by his Aunt, Miss Vooght.”

According to CWGC, William is remembered at Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, Panel 6 & 8.

Published: August 1918

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