TALBOT, Frederick J.
No. 5836856, Private, Frederick James TALBOT
Aged 27
Born on 19th March, 1917, the only the son of Frederick and Ethel TALBOT (nee BOWMAN) of Exning. He had three sisters, Mabel, Elsie and Isabel and they lived
at 11 Vine Terrace, Exning. (just to the left of the school). Frederick was a bricklayer, just over 5'-9" tall and of slim build, he enjoyed keeping fit.
He enjoyed reading, including all the works of Charles Dickens and instructional books also, such as Ballroom Dancing. Fred was a very good Ballroom Dancer
and regularly attracted young ladies who wanted to dance with him. He volunteered for service despite being in a protected trade at the time. |
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