Memorial: M363

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating John Henderson d. 1897

Location

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

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of John HENDERSON, late Chief Engineer, S.S. 'Wong Koi', born June 22nd 1846, died October 11th 1897. Erected by the Captain Officers and Engineers of the S.O. S.S. Co Ltd.'

Details

Description: Column round in section, on plinth. The top (a cross?) seems to be missing.
Type: Column
Vessel: SS Wong Koi

People

Henderson, John
Age:
Date of Death: 11/10/1897
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Chief Engineer
Organisation: Scottish Oriental SS Co.

Extra

Notes: Screw Steamer 'Wong Koi' built 1896, Fairfield Co, Glasgow, owners Scottish Oriental SS Co, 1777 tons.
Recorder: Christine Thomas; Patricia Lim, Gwulo.com

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