The Lonsdale Pals Battalion,
11th (Service) Battalion Border Regiment,
1914-1918.


*Home of the Lonsdale War Grave Project*

At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them.... sun
"Forward he went, and out of our sight for ever."

Atmospheric picture, Lonsdale Cemetery near Authuille, Somme.

( Courtesy of Chris SG, with thanks.)




The story of 19455 Private John Farrer K.I.A
1st July 1916, Authuille, Somme.
By Kev Johnstone (Spike) Great grandson of 19455 Private John Farrer, A Company, 11th Bn. Border Regiment 1915-1916.

"Since I can never see your face,
And never shake you by the hand.
I send my soul through time and space,
To greet you. You will understand."


*Latest Update 15th July 2009*
*Lonsdale Roll of Honour/ War Grave Project Update
- Bucquoy Road Cemetery, Ficheux - added*

Site Update-*16/06/2009
-Lonsdales in the Local Newspapers - additions to pages*