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Blitz Victims List

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William James Watson

Key Facts

Occupation/Rank: Grinder

Date of Death: 16 April 1941

Place of Death: 54 Heather Street

Age: 47

William was declared dead 'in consequence of war operations' at an inquest held at Belfast City Hall on 26 June 1941.

He lost his life at his home on Heather Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid. Forty people in total were killed here including his mother Margaret.

Related People

Surname Forename(s) Age Occupation/Rank Date of Death Place of Death  
Watson Margaret 71 Housekeeper 16 April 1941 54 Heather Street View

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