Memorial: M347

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating William Baird d. 1860

Location

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

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of William BAIRD, late Chief Engineer of the steamer 'Chevy Chase' who departed this life at Hong Kong on the 13 August 1860 Born in Glasgow. Aged 48 years. This stone was erected by his brother officers as a mark of respect...'

Details

Type: Headstone
Vessel: Chevy Chase

People

Baird, William
Age: 48
Date of Death: 13/8/1860
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Chief Engineer
Organisation:

Extra

Recorder: Christine Thomas

JSON

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