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James William Michael Dillon

In memory of:

Private James William Michael Dillon

August 7, 1944

Military Service


Service Number:

B/138552

Age:

30

Force:

Army

Unit:

Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, R.C.I.C.

Additional Information


Son of Joseph and Mary Ann Dillon, of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Commemorated on Page 291 of the Second World War Book of Remembrance. Request a copy of this page. Download high resolution copy of this page.

Burial Information


Cemetery:
Grave Reference:

I. D. 7.

Location:

The NAPLES WAR CEMETERY lies in the locality of Miano at Via Vincenzo Ianfolla in the Commune and Province of Naples. It is situated on high ground about 4 kilometres north of the centre of the town. Take Highway A, Rome-Naples. After the last toll booth, carry on following the signs for the airport. Pass the end of the airport approach road and turn right at the next 'T' junction following the main road for about 4 kilometres. The CWGC's first sign will then be seen.

Information courtesy of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Digital Collection

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  • Grave marker– Pte. J.W.M.Dillon
  • Photo of JAMES WILLIAM MICHAEL DILLON– Photo Pte. James Dillon
  • Newspaper clipping– From the Toronto Star September 1944. Submitted for the project Operation Picture Me
  • Newspaper clipping– From the Toronto Telegram August 1944. Submitted for the project Operation Picture Me

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