Second World War

The fighting of the Second World War touched every corner of the globe, on land, on sea and in the air. Today, nearly 600,000 Second World War casualties are commemorated by the CWGC in cemeteries and memorials around the world. Tell us their stories. (Image: © IWM E 17110)

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Sergeant (Flight Engineer) John Archibald Campbell, RAFVR. Died 22 July 1943, age 20.

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom GOLDERS GREEN CREMATORIUM

United Kingdom

Sub Lt. Robert H Campbell, H.M.S. Giang Bee, Malayan RNVR. Died 15 February 1942.

Second World War Navy United Kingdom PLYMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

United Kingdom

Civilian Gladys Giles, killed by enemy action ~ Battle, Sussex, 1943.

Second World War Civilian War Dead 1939-1945 United Kingdom BATTLE, RURAL DISTRICT

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Private Violet Edith Akehurst, W/86125, ~ Auxiliary Territorial Service, Died on the 24th of November 1941, aged 16

Second World War Army United Kingdom BATTLE CEMETERY

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Warrant Officer Peter John Newbery, 1270213, 82 Squadron R.A.F.

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom KIRKEE WAR CEMETERY

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Leading Wireman Maurice Hunkin, P/MX 65234, RN. HMS Barham.

Second World War Navy United Kingdom PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Kevyn Braddock

United Kingdom

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