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Canadian Virtual War Memorial

William Janes

In memory of:

Ordinary Seaman William Janes

February 1, 1941

Military Service


Service Number:

P/JX 188861

Age:

24

Force:

Navy

Unit:

Royal Navy

Division:

H.M.S. Nelson

Additional Information


Son of Bertram and Albertha Janes, of Paradise, Conception Bay, Newfoundland, Canada.

Commemorated on Page 170 of the Newfoundland Book of Remembrance. Request a copy of this page. Download high resolution copy of this page.

Burial Information


Cemetery:

PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL
Hampshire, United Kingdom

Grave Reference:

Panel 52, Column 2.

Location:

The Memorial is situated on Southsea Common overlooking the promenade, and is accessible at all times.

Information courtesy of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Digital Collection

Send us your images

  • Picture of William Janes– William in his uniform.
  • Poem– Poem written by J. Jones acknowledging those who fought on behalf
of us.
  • Royal Canadian Legion in Kelligrews– This is a photo of the Royal Canadian Legion in Kelligrews where
William Janes is honoured.

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