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Sgt. George Baker Godsland

British Army 21st (1st Surrey Rifles) Btn. B Coy. London Regiment

from:Lambeth

(d.9th May 1915)

George Godsland was aged 55 when killed in action on 9th of May 1915. He is buried at Guards Cemetery, Windy Corner, Cuinchy. A comrade wrote "Greatly loved by all in B Co., Always cheerful, and ready to help in whatever task was needed."

For 21 years he was in the employ of Welch, Margetson & Co., of Moor Lane. A member of Crownfield (House) Club and one of the best shots in the City. Also a member of the London Devonian Society.



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