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Blitz Victims List

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William James Mays

Key Facts

Occupation/Rank: Blacksmith and ARP Messenger

Date of Death: 06 May 1941

Place of Death: Rosebery Street

Age: 16

William was killed during the Fire Raid.

His body was taken to St George's Market where he was identified by his father.

William is buried in Dundonald Cemetery.

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