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William John English blue plaque

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William John English blue plaque
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William John English, VC, 1882-1941, lived at 16 King's Road Knock, County Down, Ireland. A soldier who died in 1941, he was honoured by the Ulster History Circle with a blue plaque. The small marker turns an ordinary house into a place where courage and memory still belong.
This blue commemorative plaque records: William John English VC 1882-1941 Soldier lived here Recorded plaque organisation: Ulster History Circle.
William John English VC was a British soldier who received the Victoria Cross for his bravery during World War I; he is remembered for his heroic actions in saving lives under heavy enemy fire.

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