World War 1
Search the known records to date of those lost from the wider Alnwick area in World War 1
Generally showing where they are commemorated, when they died and some basic facts about each person. There are gaps, however, so if you can fill in any missing details do please contact us.
G C Robertson
Surname:
Robertson
Initial(s):
G C
Service Number:
1234
Rank:
Second Lieutenant
Regiment:
6th Durham Light Infantry
Died:
21.7.1915
Aged:
37
Buried:
La Chapelle d'Armentieres Communal Cemetery H10
Service History:
Hit on the head by a shell which burst in the trench his Company was occupying. A very well-regarded officer, his General attended the funeral
Background:
Son of William and Jane Robertson of Clive Terrace Alnwick, a well-known local family member, clerk in Alnwick Lloyds branch prior to his promotion to manager of Bishop Auckland branch. A keen sportsman, interested in music and a member of the choir at Clayport Presbyterian church, where prayers were said for him