Michael McGraw

The Battalion arrived at Le Havre on the 22/08/1914 and were part of the 11th Brigade, 4th Division. Michael arrived in France on the 23/11/1914. He fell during the Battle of St. Julien, 24th April - 4th May 1915. This was part of the Battles of Ypres, 1915 (2nd Ypres), 22nd April - 25th May 1915 : Often known as the 2nd Battle of Ypres, this began with surprise German attack using poison gas against French North African forces holding defences near Ypres. Both sides rushed reserves in and the battle developed into the second epic in that area. British Second Army withdraws to a shorter line near Ypres. Michael had 12 years Army service. He is also remembered on the Stewarts and Lloyds Roll of Honour (see photos) and in the St. Augustine's Parish (book) Roll of Honour. See photos for Michael's Medal Index Card, his Newspaper clipping, his CWGC Grave Registration, his name on the Menin Gate Memorial Panel List, his Army Register of Soldiers Effects, his Service Medal and Award Rolls x 2, his name on the Menin Gate Memorial x 2 and the East Lancashire Regiment Cap Badge.