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James (Jim) Forbes
Key Facts
Occupation/Rank: Apprentice Hairdresser
Date of Death: 16 April 1941
Place of Death: 255–257 York Street
Age: 16
Known as JIm, he was presumed dead as a ‘consequence of war operations’ at an inquest held at Belfast City Hall on 29 October 1941.
He lost his life at his home on York Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid.
His parents James and Martha and siblings Norman, Elsie and Sadie were also killed.
Related People
| Surname | Forename(s) | Age | Occupation/Rank | Date of Death | Place of Death | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes | James | 55 | Hairdresser | 16 April 1941 | 255–257 York Street | View |
| Forbes | Martha | 41 | Housewife | 16 April 1941 | 255–257 York Street | View |
| Forbes | Elsie | 17 | Factory Worker | 16 April 1941 | 255–257 York Street | View |
| Forbes | Norman | 12 | - | 16 April 1941 | 255–257 York Street | View |
| Forbes | Sadie | 10 | - | 16 April 1941 | 255–257 York Street | View |
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