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Bliss, JT (1885-1917), cyclist
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1885-20 Sep 1917
History
Rifleman, City of London Rifles, 6th London Battn.
"He was attached to the machine-gun section and went "over the top" with us to give the Boche another severe thrashing, but we only advanced a few yards when a German shell came over and exploded almost immediately in front of him. A piece of the shell hitting him in the head, killing him instantaneously."
Died aged 32 - featured in the Nov 1917 Roll of Honour, Polytechnic Magazine.
Buried at New Irish Farm Cemetery (XVIII.F.8).
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Nov 1917 Roll of Honour, Polytechnic Magazine
Polytechnic Cycling Club Gazette, Nov 1917
Polytechnic Cycling Club Gazette, Nov 1917