Memorial: M131

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating Abel Heale RMLI d. 1878

Location

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

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of Abel HEALE, R.M.L.I., H.M.S. 'VICTOR EMANUELE', who departed this life April 11th 1878. Aged 40 years. Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth heed lest he fall. Erected as a token of respect by his many friends.'

Details

Description: Headstone flanked by pillars, flowers in the Chinese style above the inscription.
Type: Headstone
Vessel: HMS Victor Emanuel

People

Heale, Abel
Age: 40
Date of Death: 11/4/1878
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation:
Organisation: Royal Marine Light Infantry

Extra

Recorder: Christine Thomas

JSON

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