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Martha Swann
Key Facts
Occupation/Rank: Spinner
Date of Death: 16 April 1941
Place of Death: Injured 16 April 1941 at Percy Street and died at Royal Victoria Hospital
Age: 18
Martha was injured when a parachute mine landed on Percy Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid.
She later died of her wounds in hospital.
At least 48 people were killed in this incident including her parents William and Margaret and siblings Martha and John.
She is buried at Carnmoney Public Cemetery.
Related People
| Surname | Forename(s) | Age | Occupation/Rank | Date of Death | Place of Death | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swann | John | 31 | Labourer | 16 April 1941 | Percy Street | View |
| Swann | Mary | 32 | - | 22 April 1941 | Injured 16 April 1941 at Percy Street and died at Royal Victoria Hospital | View |
| Swann | William | 59 | Baker | 16 April 1941 | Percy Street | View |
| Swann | Margaret Isabella | 58 | Housekeeper | 16 April 1941 | Percy Street | View |
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