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Pte. William Alaxander Brown
British Arny 2/4th Btn Royal Berkshire Regiment
from:Reading, Berkshire
(d.22nd Aug 1917)
William Alaxander Brown, born 1894 at 37 Francis Street Reading Berkshire, was the son of William Brown. He joined up at Reading on 6 November 1914 when the battalion was formed as a second line unit, and they moved to Maidenhead. In February 1915 they were attached to 2nd South Midland Brigade.
He died on 22nd of Aug 1917 age 23 in France or Flanders.
A photo of William Brown was lost in 1980s, it was last seen at his home 54 York Road, Reading. I would like to find out more any photos please. We still have his Medals.