Name: |
MOLLOY |
Given Name: |
JOSEPH GEALE |
Initials: |
J G |
Rank: |
Second LieutenantOther Casualties of this Rank |
Regiment: |
Norfolk Regiment |
Unit: |
1st Bn.Other Casualties from this Unit |
Former Regiment: |
formerly Private Reg. #R/17773 Kings Royal Rifle Corps |
Date of Death: |
1918-09-02Other Casualties on this
Date |
Date of Birth: |
1894-07-25 |
Age: |
24 |
Cause of Death: |
Killed in action, while trying to capture German machine gun, near Bapaume |
Decorations: |
M C |
Citations: |
LG Sup 2 December 1918 pg. 14251 - "For conspicuous gallantry and good leadership in an attack. He skilfully led his platoon to the objective, and assisted in reorganising the company and consolidating the position. Though wounded during this advance, later he again led his men forward, and captured the objective under heavy fire. He set a splendid example of coolness to his men." |
Additional
Information: |
Son of Joseph Geale and Elizabeth Emily Molloy, of the Royal Bank House, Arran Quay, Dublin. Volunteered Aug., 1914. Commemorative headstone in Jerome Cemetery, Harold's Cross, Dublin. ref. South African Roll of Honour 1914-1918 |
This information was last verified for accuracy: 2021-09-26
