Albert Kellaway
Item
Title
Albert Kellaway
Who?
Albert Kellaway
Item(s)
Letter to Albert's parents stating that he may have been taken prisoner. B104 Form. Two typewritten letters copies from originals
Story
Albert Kellaway joined up as soon as his family learned of the death of his brother William. The family found this very hard to understand.
Albert joined the Wiltshire Regiment in November 1916.
He was involved in the Battle of Arras and killed in action on 9th April 1917 Age 27. Although at the time a letter was sent to his parents saying they were not sure what had happened to Albert.
Albert attended Grenade Training and his detailed note book has been kept by the family.
Albert joined the Wiltshire Regiment in November 1916.
He was involved in the Battle of Arras and killed in action on 9th April 1917 Age 27. Although at the time a letter was sent to his parents saying they were not sure what had happened to Albert.
Albert attended Grenade Training and his detailed note book has been kept by the family.
When?
1916-1917
Where?
Battle of Arras
Contributor
John Kellaway
Collection Day
17/05/19 Southway Library
This item was submitted on June 13, 2019