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Blitz Victims List

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Francis Torley

Key Facts

Date of Death: 16 April 1941

Place of Death: 9 Annadale Street

Age: 42

Francis was killed by a bomb explosion at 9 Annadale Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid.

His aunt Sarah Ward and John Connolly are also known to have died at this address along with 15 others on the street.

His body was taken to St George’s Market where he was identified by his brother in law.

Related People

Surname Forename(s) Age Occupation/Rank Date of Death Place of Death  
Connolly John 33 Postman 16 April 1941 9 Annadale Street View
Ward Sarah 59 - 16 April 1941 9 Annadale Street View

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