8775 PTE G.HUTCHINS 2/W.RID.R.
George Hutchins
Born Tottenham
To France 14/8/14 with 2nd Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment)
Gassed during German gas attack at Hill 60, Ypres Salient & DOW, GAS POISONING 5/5/15
Note: Lieut C.W.G.Ince of 2nd Dukes recorded:'The writer will never forget the sight of men writhing in agony and slowly dying from the asphyxiating effects of the chlorine, nor of the feeling of helplessness at being unable to do anything for them. We had not received gas masks, only a piece of gauze soaked in a preparation prepared by the medical authorities... all those occupying the front line over which the gas swept were completely overcome, the majority dying at their posts. There were over 300 casualties'
Buried in Bailleul Communal Cemetery Extension, Nord
With copy of his Medal Index Card, SDGW & CWGC details plus Newspaper obituary details etc
Condition: GVF
