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Husband of Elizabeth Hannaford, of Broomhills, Prestonpans, East Lothian, England.
Military Medal, London Gazette No. 4597 dated 11 May 1917 "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during a raid on the enemy's trenches. He opened fire with his machine gun on two parties of the enemy, thereby securing the successsful withdrawal of his own party at a critical time."
Distinguished Conduct Medal
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Sergeant William Hannaford
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Sergeant William Hannaford
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Sergeant William Hannaford
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Sergeant William Hannaford
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In the Books of Remembrance
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Page 423 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.
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TERLINCTHUN BRITISH CEMETERY Pas de Calais, France
TERLINCTHUN BRITISH CEMETERY is situated on the northern outskirts of Boulogne.
From Calais follow the A16 to Boulogne and come off at Junction 3 and follow the D96E for Wimereux Sud. Continue on this road for approximately 1 kilometre when the TERLINCTHUN BRITISH CEMETERY will be found on the left hand side of the road.
For more information, visit Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
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