Memorial: M583

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating Thomas Davis RM d. 1893

Location

Hong Kong Cemetery, Happy Valley, Hong Kong, China, Rest of the World

Transcript

'Per Mare', 'Per Terram' 'Sacred to the memory of Thomas DAVIS, Private Royal Marines, H.M.S. 'Victor Emanuel', who died at Hong Kong on the 17th day of August 1893. Aged 22 years. Erected by the Royal Marines detachment of H.M.S. 'Victor Emanuel' as a token of respect. For ever with the Lord''

Details

Description: Gothic-style headstone with carved floral border. The globe and laurel symbol and bugle, carved above the inscription in relief.
Type: Headstone
Vessel: HMS Victor Emanuel

People

Davis, Thomas
Age: 22
Date of Death: 17/8/1893
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Private RM
Organisation: Royal Marines

Extra

Recorder: Christine Thomas; Patricia Lim, Gwulo.com

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