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John Melia

Private

Service No. 19880

Age 39

Died on 3 July 1916

South Lancashire Regiment

THIEPVAL MEMORIAL

Somme, France

Son of the late James Melia; husband of Frances Melia, of 6, Juddfield St., West End, Haydock, st Helens, Lancs.

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Jo Shaw

My grandad Michael Melia returned from Ypres. When I visited Thiepval I saw John Melia's name listed, and wish to commend his bravery.

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Poppy Shop Supporter

We will remember them.

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Jo Shaw

The memorial at Thiepval moved me very much. Too many people fail to recognise what the brave men and women fought for.

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Clarke Mandy

Because this was their resting place

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