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Canadian Virtual War Memorial

William Edward Mercer

In memory of:

Ordinary Seaman William Edward Mercer

February 24, 1941

Military Service


Service Number:

P/JX 220884

Force:

Navy

Unit:

Royal Navy

Division:

H.M.S. Manistee

Additional Information


Son of William and Alice Maude Mercer, of Upper Island Cove, Newfoundland, Canada.

Commemorated on Page 181 of the Newfoundland Book of Remembrance. Request a copy of this page. Download high resolution copy of this page.

Burial Information


Cemetery:

PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL
Hampshire, United Kingdom

Grave Reference:

Panel 58, Column 2.

Location:

The Memorial is situated on Southsea Common overlooking the promenade, and is accessible at all times.

Information courtesy of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Digital Collection

Send us your images

  • Picture of William Edward Mercer– William in his uniform.
  • Monument– Monument in Upper Island Cove where William Edward Mercer is
commemorated.
  • Royal Canadian Legion in Upper Island Cove– A photo of the Royal Canadian Legion in Upper Island Cove where
William is honoured.

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