Biographical information
From the Isle of Wight Mercury and Ventnor Gazette, Friday, October 4, 1918 :
Mr. Martin Draper, of Ventnor has received news that his eldest son, Sapper Frank Draper, R.E.,
who was reported missing on March 22nd, has died and is buried in the enemy's country.
Before enlisting he worked at Basingstoke. Mr. Draper will receive the greatest condolence in this further bereavement.
His youngest son [Charles] was killed in action at Delville Wood two years ago.
At the meeting of the P.S.A. Brotherhood on Sunday a sincerely expressed vote of condolence was passed to Mr. Draper.
CWGC record ... Frank Draper
CWGC record ... Charles Draper
