Memorial: M331

Gravestone in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating James Powe RN d. 1868

Location

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

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of James POWE, who died on board H.M.S. 'Forester', January 1st. 1868, aged 21 years. Erected by Officers and crew of H.M.S. 'Beagle' as a token of respect for their departed shipmate'

Details

Type: Gravestone
Vessel: HMS Forester, HMS Beagle

People

Powe, James
Age: 21
Date of Death: 1/1/1868
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation:
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Recorder: Christine Thomas

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