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Search for relatives of
local servicemen
LIVERPOOL'S Lord Mayor is looking
for relatives of local servicemen to come forward and attend a ceremony
adding them to the Hall of Remembrance at Liverpool Town Hall.
On Monday, 19 October 2015, 43 additional names will be added to the
1st
World War Roll of Honour in the Hall of Remembrance at Liverpool Town Hall,
including Assistant Steward Boardman who, at age 15 is thought to be 1 of
the 1st Sea Scouts to have died at war.
Lord Mayor Councillor Tony Concepcion said:- "I am honoured to be
adding these names to our growing Roll of Honour.
It would be fantastic if there were relatives there of these servicemen who
could witness the recognition from the City of Liverpool for their bravery
and courage.
I would like to highlight the work of relatives and local historians who
have traced their family history and have highlighted the omissions from the
Roll of Honour.
I hope that by sending out this list we can find some family members to take
part in this service which marks our gratitude for the sacrifices made by so
many young men."
Of the names listed below the 1st 5 have been highlighted by Ray
Ireland, Chair of 24th Picton Scouts. Their names were on a memorial and all
had connections with the Scouts. They will be added to the Roll at two
services which will take place on Monday, 19 October 2015.
Anyone who thinks they
may be related to those being added to the Roll of Honour should contact Ray
Ireland on:- 0151 724 4745 or send an
email.
Ray said:- "Many of these, such as Mr Boardman, went to war as young
men and never had a chance to experience life outside of conflict.
It is important that these names continue to be found and recorded on the
Hall of Remembrance to honour their memory and the contribution that they
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