Private John Callachan
Service Number 11296
Campaign:
World War 1
Died:
10.2.1916
2SG
KIA Aged 24
Son of Mr. J. Callachan, of 16, Thread St., Paisley
R.C. Church. Formerly employed as an apprentice riveter with Messrs Stephan & Sons, Linthouse, Govan. Enlisted at
Glasgow at start of war.
Buried Royal Irish Rifles Graveyard, Laventie, Pas de Calais, France. II, C, 3
Memorial(s):
| Country | Location | Name of Memorial | Campaign | Names | Date(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | In town centre Junction of Gilmour Street and Moss Street Paisley Renfrew Strathclyde PA1 1BZ | Paisley War Memorial | World War 1 |
John Callachan | 10-2-1916 | View |
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