William James Titshall

Item

Title

William James Titshall

Who?

William James Titshall, the contributor's maternal grandfather.

Item(s)

Trench art matchbox cover

Story

William James Titshall was a driver of horses during the First World War, though the contributor is not sure about his regiment or corps at this time.

He was possibly gassed during the Battle of Ypres.

When?

1914-18

Where?

Ypres

Contributor

Catherine Blaxhall, granddaughter.

Collection Day

Faringdon

This item was submitted on January 25, 2019