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212551 Pte. John Albert Cottingham British Army 6th Battalion East Kent Regiment from:Throwley (d.3rd May 1917) The day that John died his battalion was in frontline trenches near Monchy, France. The battalion went forward at 0345 hours in complete darkness. The battalion’s objective was Keeling Copse. This position was reached but it could not be consolidated because of repeated enemy counter attack. About 250 men were killed in this action (including John). He was killed in what was known as the Third Battle of The Scarpe John Albert Cottingham of the 6th Battalion, The Buffs (East Kent Regiment) died on Thursday 3rd May 1917 aged 20 years. He had been born in Rolvenden and enlisted Faversham. He had resided in Throwley, Faversham, the son of Henry Obid and Jemima Cottingham of Halden Place, Rolvenden, Kent. John has no known grave. His name appears on the Arras Memorial, Arras, France. Panel reference Bay 2. I am still unable to find a picture of John Albert Cottingham. if anyone knows how I can get one I would love to hear from you. Thank you. Additional Information: I am aware now that john Albert Cottingham received 2 medals, of which his family would of had as he died in battle. If anyone knows of where they might be could you please contact me Simon paul Cottingham Reply Please type your message:      We recommend you copy the text about this item and keep a copy on your own computer before pressing submit. Your Name:             Email Address:       @ **Please put first part of your email, (before the @ sign) in the first box, and the second part in the second box. Do not include @, it is automatic. Do not enter your full email in each box or add an @ sign or random spaces.**