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254500 Pte. Henry Cracknell British Army 2nd Btn. Hampshire Regiment from:Little Hallingbury (d.9th Aug 1916) Henry Cracknell was the son of Emily and Frederick Cracknell of Little Hallingbury. He lost his life on the 9th of August 1916, the same date his brother William was killed in action at the Somme. A large scale gas attack was carried out at Potijze Chateau in Belgium on that day, where Henry was based at the time. This was a surprise attack and resulted in the loss of many men. Henry is now buried at Potijze Chateau Wood Cemetery which suggests he fell victim to the attack. 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.**