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George Spence
Key Facts
Occupation/Rank: Electrician and Auxiliary Fire SerVice
Date of Death: 16 April 1941
Place of Death: Royal Avenue
Age: 17
George lost his life when a bomb exploded on Royal Avenue as he and his Auxiliary Fire Service crew were making their way to the LMS Station on the Shore Road.
His colleague Hugh was also killed in this incident.
George is buried in Ballylesson Churchyard.
Related People
| Surname | Forename(s) | Age | Occupation/Rank | Date of Death | Place of Death | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castles | Hugh | 33 | Auxiliary Fire Service | 16 April 1941 | Injured at Royal Avenue and died same day at Mater Infirmorum Hospital | View |
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