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William Curran

Key Facts

Date of Death: 16 April 1941

Place of Death: 72 Vere Street

Age: 1

William lost his life when a wall of York Street Mill collapsed onto Vere Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid.

In total 14 people were killed here including his brother Patrick.

William’s body was taken to St George’s Market where he was identified by his mother.

Related People

Surname Forename(s) Age Occupation/Rank Date of Death Place of Death  
Curran Patrick 11 - 16 April 1941 72 Vere Street View

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