Fallen Heroes
To mark the centenary of the First World War, we are compiling a list of Kays who fell in that conflict. As can be seen in the list below, we have included many variants on the spelling of the name Kay; our list covers not just the United Kingdom, but also other countries from which Kays came to fight. If you have names to add to the database, or more information about anyone already recorded, do please let us know.
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Rank
Pte
Number
S/10378
Forenames
Alexander
Surname
Kay
Birthplace
Govan
Residence
Regiment
Gordon Highlanders
Unit
How Died
Died of wounds
Theatre Of War
France & Flanders
Where Died
When Died
23/03/1916
Age At Death
18
Grave Or Memorial Ref
VIII. D. 84
Grave Or Memorial Name
Boulogne Eastern Cemetery
Family
Son of Edward and Janet Kay of 7 Alma St., Govan, Glasgow
Service Details
Other Memorials
Additional Information
Battalion Or Ship
1st Battalion
Link
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