24th April

Remembering those with connections to NI who gave their life serving on land, sea, and in the air on 24th April in years throughout the Second World War.

Remembering the Fallen

Samuel Thomas Balmer

Petty Officer | D/JX 147390

Petty Officer Samuel Thomas Balmer of Ballysillan, Belfast died at his parents' home on 24th April 1945 having served in the Royal Navy during wartime.

Robert Samuel Crozier

Lance Sergeant | 1877596

Lance Sergeant Robert Samuel Crozier MM died on active service at Anzio, Italy on 24th April 1944. He was one of 4 Crozier brothers to serve during wartime.

Joseph Lewis

Sergeant | 1108878

Sergeant Joseph Lewis of Lisburn, Co. Antrim died on 24th April 1942 when Bristol Blenheim V5458 disappeared without a trace north of the Netherlands.

Patrick McKenny

Sergeant | 1014114

Sergeant Patrick McKenny of Dromore, Co. Tyrone died on 24th April 1942 when Bristol Blenheim V5458 disappeared without a trace north of the Netherlands.