Key Information
Name: GEORGE ALFRED Field
DoB:
Regt:
Gunner
993963, Royal Artillery
DoD:
02/04/1943
Buried: DALSTON BURIAL GROUND
Academic Career: CGS 1926-31
Other:
Biographical Information
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Family Background:
The family roots were unremarkable…..maternal line Scots from the east coast mum was born in Fraserburgh, grandpa Eyemouth, grandpa was a fishmonger…had a business in Carlisle.
Dad was a waiter from London (Mum had had a job as a lady’s maid in London prior to marriage).
Sept 1/4 1942 George married Betty Elms
On 30th Sept 1942, brother Frederick (also CGS) was reported missing in action
March 1/4 1943 Fred’s son was born
2 April 1943 George died in an accident whilst training in Sussex. September 1/ 4 1943 George’s daughter Alder was born.
November 1943 Fred confirmed dead