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L/Cpl. Joseph Vipond MM
south African Army 3rd Btn. South African Infantry
from:Cleator Moor, Cumberland
L/C Joseph Vipond was captured at Delville Wood, France 19th July 1916. Detained at Dulmen until January 17. Removed to Munster until 23rd March 17. Removed to Dulmen for six days. In March of 18 was at Block 2 Sennelage Camp. Escaped 18th March 18. Arrived in England 28th April. For this was awarded the Military Medal. He did not serve abroad again. He died 30th January 1971 in South Africa.

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