KingstoneHistory
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| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Location | Barnsley |
| Introduction | I was born into a family with close ties to the Parish of St Edward's, Barnsley going back four generations. My grandfather's brother, George Henry Fretwell, is named on the St Edward's Church WW1 memorial tablet as one of those who died in the Great War. My grandfather Joseph Fretwell was luckier and returned home from the trenches, albeit without his legs. I was honoured to be asked if I would research the lives of the other men named on the tablet, and was humbled by the bravery and sacrifice that I discovered. The book "Kingstone Remembers the Great War 1914-1918" details the lives of the men and their families. Research on the St Edward's WW2 men is being done jointly with James Corbett from St Edward's Church and I am also collecting information about other men in the area with the intention of creating a Kingstone Roll of Honour, and displaying their stories on this website. I would be delighted to hear from you if you would like to know more about the men listed here, or to buy the book, or if you would like me to add information about your own relative. Please contact me at kingstonehistory@gmail.com |