Memorial: M4518

Memorial in the Esplanade Burial Ground, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka commemorating Thomas M. Buchan d. 1820 Surgeon RN

Location

Esplanade Burial Ground, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, Rest of the World

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of THOMAS M. BUCHAN Esq late surgeon in his Majesty's Ship Minden April 19th 1820 aged 27 years. This tomb is erected as a token of regard and esteem by one who knew his worth'

Details

Vessel: HMS Minden

People

Buchan, Thomas M.
Age: 27
Date of Death: 19/4/1820
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Surgeon RN
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Notes: Formerly Ceylon.
Recorder: C. Flintham

JSON

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