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Burton, W J



Portsmouth Naval Memorial Memorial

Portsmouth Naval Memorial

Southsea Common


William James Burton

Leading Seaman William James Burton
Royal Navy. H.M. Trawler "Mary"
05/11/1914


1914 Mons Star

Son of Frederick Burton. Husband of Mary Grace Burton.

Died, aged 32 years.

Lost when the “Mary” was blown up by a mine. Was born in St Helier on 21st May, 1884. Had served 12 years to 20th May, 1914, and then joined the RFR.

Was called up at the outbreak of hostilities.