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Robert John Elphick
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- Robert John Elphick. Corporal 9719, 2nd Royal Irish Rifles.
Son of Robert John and Elizabeth Elphick, of 143, Dunluce Avenue, Belfast.
Died of wounds at 5th General Hospital Nottingham 7 November 1915 aged 22. His stepmother, Bridiget, was granted a war gratuity 12 November 1915. His father was granted a war gratuity 13 August 1919.
At rest in Nottingham General Cemetery, Nottinghamshire
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His father served in the army see some notes from his service record below
Colour Sergeant 986, 5th Royal Irish Rifles Special Reserve.
Joined up as Gunner 8 November 1884 aged 15 and 11 months, occupation, printer. Born at Newport, Monmouthshire Wales.
South Africa 1897-1899 India 1899-1904, back to England 1904-1913
Discharged at Downpatrick 28 February 1913 aged 44 years and 2 months.
Medal awarded. Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. Delhi Durbar Silver Medal 1903.Served in
Died 13 May 1941 aged 72 of Cardiac failure due to myocardial degeneration. Ex-Soldier.
William Fagan
