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
49413
Forenames
Alexander
Surname
Kay
Birthplace
Residence
Otago, New Zealand
Regiment
Otago Regt
Unit
How Died
Killed in action
Theatre Of War
France & Flanders
Where Died
When Died
27/12/1917
Age At Death
32
Grave Or Memorial Ref
XXIII. D. 20
Grave Or Memorial Name
Buttes New British Cemetery, Polygon Wood
Family
Son of James and Anna Kay, of Waitati, Otago, New Zealand.
Service Details
Other Memorials
Additional Information
Occupation: Machinist
Battalion Or Ship
1st Battalion
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