Memorial: M346

Gravestone in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating Walter William Pugh RN d. 1901

Location

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

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of Walter William PUGH, stoker of H.M.S. 'Humber' who was accidentally drowned whilst bathing off Hung Hom Docks, Hong Kong 20th April 1901. Aged 21 years. In the midst of life we are in death. Erected by the ship's company of H.M.S. Humber.'

Details

Description: Foul anchor in relief above the inscription.
Type: Headstone
Vessel: HMS Humber

People

Pugh, Walter William
Age: 21
Date of Death: 20/4/1901
Cause of Death: Maritime Accident
Rank / Occupation: Stoker
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Recorder: Christine Thomas; Patricia Lim, Gwulo.com

JSON

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