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William John Curry
Key Facts
Occupation/Rank: Turner
Date of Death: 16 April 1941
Place of Death: Percy Street
Age: 52
William lost his life when a parachute mine landed on Percy Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid.
At least 48 people were killed in this incident.
His body was taken to St George’s Market where he was identified by his wife.
William is buried in Belfast City Cemetery.
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