In memory of

Private William Albert Smith

 
Private Smith's name on Panel 12 of the Screen Wall at Camberwell New Cemetery.
Julia & Keld on findagrave
 
The Screen Wall at Camberwell New Cemetery, where Private Smith is remembered.
Julia & Keld on findagrave.

Private William Albert Smith was serving with 12th (H.D.) Battalion of the Queen’s Royal Regiment (West Surrey) when he was severely injured during the air raids which devastated RAF Kenley on 18th August, 1940 – ‘the Hardest Day.’

He succumbed to his injuries on 20th August, leaving behind a widow – Alice Maud Elizabeth Smith, of Camberwell. He was the son of William and Alice Smith.

Rest in peace Sir and thank you for your service.

 

Service number
D/31681
Rank
Private
Squadron
The Queen's Royal Regiment (West Surrey) (1)
Airfield
Kenley (226)
Nationality
British (132)
Date of death
20/08/1940
Age at death
48
Cause of death
WW2 Killed as a result of enemy action (ground) 
Grave or memorial details:
Screen Wall, Panel 12.
Author
Linda Duffield
Related links on other websites
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Related links on this website
Kenley's 'Hardest Day' - An Introduction and list of CasualtiesGeorge Francis O'Brien

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