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Canadian Virtual War Memorial

George Crane

In memory of:

Gunner George Crane

January 6, 1942

Military Service


Service Number:

970374

Age:

24

Force:

Army

Unit:

Royal Artillery

Division:

166 (Newfoundland) Field Regt.,

Additional Information


Son of John and Julia Ann Crane, of Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, Canada; nephew of Moses Crane, of Harbour Grace.

Commemorated on Page 153 of the Newfoundland Book of Remembrance. Request a copy of this page. Download high resolution copy of this page.

Burial Information


Cemetery:

DURRINGTON CEMETERY
Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Grave Reference:

Grave 734.

Information courtesy of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Digital Collection

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  • Picture of George Crane– George in his uniform
  • Members of the 166 Royal Artillery– This is a picture of Newfoundlanders fighting overseas as members of the 166 Royal Artillery.
  • Monument– Monument in Upper Island Cove, Newfoundland where George is commemorated.
  • Military Weapon– This military weapon (presently situated in Corner Brook) was used by
the Royal Artillery.

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