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Pte. Gilbert James Edmondston
British Army 19th Btn. Northumberland Fusiliers
from:Ashington
(d.28th Nov 1918)
Gilbert Edmondston, 19th Northumberland Fusiliers died on 28th November 1918. Aged 26 years. Battalion records show him as being attached to 14th Btn Northumberland Fusiliers.
He is buried in Seaton Hirst (St John) Churchyard, New Biggin Road, Northumberland, directly behind the church building. His gravestone is inscribed "Blessed are those that die in the lord".
He was the son of Gilbert and Agnes Edmondston, of 61, Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland.
Also commemorated nearby is Pte T.W Curry 36221 from the East Surrey's who died on the same day 28th Nov 1918.
From the 19th Btn Northumberland Fusiliers Roll of Honour.