Memorial: M4525

Memorial in the Esplanade Burial Ground, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka commemorating William Twynam RN d. 1821

Location

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

Transcript

'To the memory of Mr William Twynam Purser late of H.M.S. Liverpool. Died June 2nd 1821 aged 46 years. He was faithful and upright in his public capacity and his excellent private qualities have obtained this record of affection and regard'

Details

Vessel: HMS Liverpool

People

Twynam, William
Age: 46
Date of Death: 2/6/1821
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Purser RN
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Notes: Formerly Ceylon.
Recorder: C. Flintham

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