Mexborough and Swinton Times September 14, 1918

Private Harry Pilley
York and Lancaster

Private Pilley, 21 Fitzwilliam St, Swinton, was killed in action on August 26, after nearly 4 years service.

He was only 20 years of age, and enlisted as a youth in October 1914.

His death occurred as a West Riding Field ambulance.

His photo will be printed next week.

From C.W.G.C.:

Lance Corporal
PILLEY, HAROLD
Service Number 240686
Died 26/08/1918
Aged 20
2nd/4th Bn
York and Lancaster Regiment
Son of Fred and Kate Elizabeth Pilley, of 21, Fitzwilliam St., Swinton, Rotherham. Born at Wath-on-Dearne.

Inscription
“IN THANKFULNESS TO GOD FOR THE MEMORY OF A DEAR SON”

BUCQUOY ROAD CEMETERY, FICHEUX VI. D. 10.