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Blitz Victims List

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David Mateer

Key Facts

Occupation/Rank: Fitter

Date of Death: 16 April 1941

Place of Death: 28 Sylvan Street

Age: 69

David was killed on Sylvan Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid. His wife Florence and neighbour Sarah were also killed.

He was taken to St George's Market where he was identified by his brother in law.

David is buried with his wife at Carnmoney Public Cemetery.

Related People

Surname Forename(s) Age Occupation/Rank Date of Death Place of Death  
Mateer Florence 60 Housewife 16 April 1941 28 Sylvan Street View
Hillock Sarah Ann 74 - 16 April 1941 24 Sylvan Street View

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