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William McFadzean blue plaque

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William McFadzean blue plaque
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William McFadzean died at The Somme on 1st July 1916, but a blue plaque on Cregagh Road still points to the family home where he lived. The Ulster History Circle recorded his name, his Victoria Cross and the quiet Rubicon address that anchored a life cut short in a single day of battle.
This blue commemorative plaque records: William F. McFadzean VC 1895-1916 Soldier, The Somme 1st July 1916. lived here in Rubicon his family home Recorded plaque organisation: Ulster History Circle.
Pte. William McFadzean VC was a soldier who received the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the Battle of the Somme on July 1, 1916, where he saved the lives of wounded comrades under heavy fire.

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