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William John Wilson

Key Facts

Occupation/Rank: Painter

Date of Death: 16 April 1941

Place of Death: 10 Kendal Street

Age: 26

William was declared dead 'in consequence of war operations' at an inquest held at Belfast City Hall on 23 July 1941.

He was killed on Kendal Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid along with his parents James and Margaret and neighbours the McGladderys.

William has no known grave.

Related People

Surname Forename(s) Age Occupation/Rank Date of Death Place of Death  
Wilson James 49 Sawyer 16 April 1941 10 Kendal Street View
Wilson Margaret 48 Housewife 16 April 1941 10 Kendal Street View
McGladdery Sarah 55 Housekeeper 16 April 1941 12 Kendal Street View
McGladdery Samuel 72 Carter 16 April 1941 Royal Victoria Hospital View

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