4923 PTE A.BIRCH 2nd E.LAN.R. (on 1914 Star)
4923 PTE A.BIRCH E.LAN.R. (on pair)
Albert Edward Birch
Born Blackburn, Lancashire 1893
Son of James & Annie Louisa Birch
To France 20/10/14
The 2nd East Lancs took part in the the Battle of Neuve Chapelle from 10/3/15 but by 12/3/15 'found it impossible to continue the advance owing to severe casualties'
DOW F&F 14/3/15
Buried in Estaires Communal Cemetery & Extension, France
With copy of his Medal Index Card, SDGW & CWGC details plus supporting research documentation
Condition: Victory Medal has been turned into a brooch. Toned GVF