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Memorial: M244

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating George Kirkup d. 1868

Location

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

Transcript

'In memory of George KIRKUP, late master of the ship 'FIERY CROSS'. Died 11th March 1868. Aged 36 years'

Details

Type: Headstone
Vessel: Fiery Cross

People

Kirkup, George
Age: 36
Date of Death: 11/3/1868
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Master
Organisation:

Extra

Notes: Ship 'Fiery Cross' built 1860 at Liverpool, owner J. Campbell, 888 tons. Destined voyage 1868 London to China.
Recorder: Christine Thomas

JSON

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