Allan Hitch.

. Information taken from a local  newspaper dated the 3/11/1916 = Struck by a dummy bomb. Coy. Sergeant Major Allan Hitch, Hunts. Cyclist Battalion is spending a few days in Ramsey on sick leave.  Sergt. Hitch was instructing a party in bomb throwing when he was unfortunately struck by a dummy bomb near the temple causing a severe wound.  His mates will be pleased to hear that he is going on well.
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09/04/2012

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