The North West 200 road races first ran on 20th April 1929 but the Second World War had a big impact on the sport in Northern Ireland and further afield.
Flying Officer James Thompson Agnew died on 20th April 1944 in a training crash. With Bomber Command, he won a Distinguished Flying Cross in December 1943.
John Edmonds
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Gunner John Edmonds from Newtownards, Co. Down served with 9th Heavy Anti-Aircraft Regiment, Royal Artillery before his death at home on 20th April 1947.
Cecil Vilanou
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Dublin born Private Cecil Vilanou served in 70th Battalion Royal Berkshire Regiment when he died on 20th April 1942. His grave is in Belfast, Co. Antrim.
