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Private Joseph Arthur Bowden

 

Bowden

 

Private Joseph Arthur Bowden, 9th (North Irish Horse) Battalion, Royal Irish Fusiliers, Service Nos 1965 (NIH), 41287 (RIF). Born, Cootehill. Son of Joseph and Lydia S. Bowden of Cortober House, Cootehill, County Cavan. Enlisted Antrim. Killed in action on 18 April 1918, aged 21. Having no known grave, his name is inscribed on Panel 140, Tyne Cot Memorial, Belgium. On 18 April 1918 the Battalion diary stated:

2am. Moved to Kemmel as composite Battalion with 1st Royal Irish Fusiliers commanded by Lieutenant-Colonel Kelly. Heavy casualties, while moving into position, from enemy shelling. Captain Despard wounded and died soon after. 8pm. Relieved by French troops and marched to Siege Camp.

 

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