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Name : Gilbert Whittington Son of Miriam Whittington of Arreton (father unknown). Born 1896, Godshill. |
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Census information : 1901 : William and Charlotte Whittington, with their daughter Miriam and grandson Gilbert aged 5, are at Chillerton, Gatcombe. William Whittington is an Agricultural labourer. 1911 : Charlotte Whittington, widow, with her daughter Miriam and grandson Gilbert aged 15, are at Style House, Arreton. Gilbert Whittington is a Cow Boy on Farm. |
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Service Details : Rifleman 1813 Gilbert Whittington, 1/8th Bn. Hampshire Regiment (Isle of Wight Rifles). |
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Casualty Details : Died 12 August 1915, Gallipoli Commemorated at Helles MemorialCWGC Record |
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Commemorated on these Memorials :
Arreton Arreton Roll of Honour Arreton Methodist Church Roll of Honour Carisbrooke Castle IoW Rifles Newport IoW Rifles Drill Hall |
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Photographs and Documents :
Rifleman 1813 Gilbert Whittington. The emblem above his right breast pocket indicates that he is a Territorial soldier who has volunteered for overseas service. (Image courtesy of Pat Phillips) .jpg)
Medal Index Card |
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Page last updated : 21 September 2012 (added photo) |
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