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WW1 Soldier Died Day After Armistice: A Life Remembered
11 Nov
Summary
- CWGC seeks personal stories of World War casualties.
- Robert Ker died of pneumonia in 1914, aged 37.
- Sister Mary Satchell died on VE Day, May 8, 1945.
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is inviting the public to share personal memories of relatives who lost their lives during the World Wars. This initiative aims to add personal context to the names of 1.7 million service members from across the British Empire who are listed in the CWGC's database. The organization also manages war graves at over 350 sites, with Newport Cemetery in Lincoln being a particular focus.
Among the casualties remembered at Newport Cemetery is Robert Ker, who died of pneumonia in September 1914 at the age of 37. Another story highlighted is that of F.W. Sheffield, who died on November 12, 1918, mere hours after the end of World War One. Additionally, John W. Reames, born in Boston, Lincolnshire, died from severe wounds in 1915 following service at Gallipoli.
The cemetery also commemorates four female casualties from World War Two. Sister Mary Satchell, a nurse who served in France, Egypt, and Italy, died on May 8, 1945, which was VE Day. These individuals represent real lives with distinct histories before their military service and eventual deaths.
