700 2nd Lt. Montaque Adolph Stimson Army 10th Btn East Surrey Regt. from:Claraville, Lion Gate Gardens, Richmond, Surrey (d.30th Sep 1916) Montague Stimson was 21 years old when he was killed, he was serving with the 10th Btn. East Surreys, attached to the 8th Btn. He had previously served with the Honourable Artillery Company enlisting in 1914. His brother Douglas also served with the Honourable Artillery Company and younger brother Eric was killed whilst serving with the Rifle Brigade. Additional Information: | Montague took part in and was wounded in the 'Football Charge' by B Company, 8th btn on the first day of the Somme. Wounded, he reported the death of Captain Nivell and other officers on his return to HQ. ed
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