13th August

On 13th August 1944, the world-famous Big Band musician Glenn Miller was in Northern Ireland where he performed in Belfast and other bases across Ulster.

Remembering the Fallen

Edward Graham

Fusilier | 4451503

The wherabouts of the grave of Fusilier Edward Graham who married Eveline McBride in Co. Down remained unknown following his death on 13th August 1943.

William Harper

Corporal | 5253511

Corporal William Harper of 2/6th Battalion South Staffordshire Regiment died on 13th August 1944 during the Battle of Normandy. His grave is in Bayeux.

Hugh Graham Montgomery

Sergeant | 657862

Sergeant Hugh Graham Montgomery died on 13th August 1943 while serving with the Royal Air Force. He also served with the Royal Artillery.