242568 Pte. Edward Tynan British Army 8th Battalion Royal Dublin Fusiliers from:Johnstown, Co Kilkenny Edward Tynan was buried alive by a collapsed trench after a German shell exploded close by in October 1917. He was rescued by his fellow soldiers after wisps of smoke were seen drifting up from the area where the trench collapsed. Edward was able to move around slightly under the earth. A piece of timber had protected his head and body so he was able to light his pipe. Probably thinking I might as well have a last smoke before I die. The pipe smoke attracted his buddy's and they eventually were able to release him from his near death experience. Edward would receive an honourable discharge in June 1918 after being found unfit for further military service due to sickness. This was caused by a German gas attack.
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