Private Leslie Snaith
28 Nov 1911 - 24 Dec 1949
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castleton Patrol | Patrol member | Unknown | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
JHYU 82/1
Occupation
Shoeing general smith
Address
Maylin House, Ainthorpe, Danby, North Riding, Yorkshire
Other information
Leslie collapsed and died while playing a football match between Danby and Whitby Royal Air Force Association. The game was being watched by his 13 year old son, Michael. An urgent message was sent to the Doctor at Hinderwell over 10 miles away while the Rev. A.H. Beardsley and two of the Royal Air Force performed artificial respiration for over half an hour.
References
The National Archives in Kew ref WO199/3389
Dennis Walker
1939 Register
Bradford Observer 28 Dec 1949