Private Harry James Birch, identified via DNA, has been buried alongside four unidentified soldiers in...
Published: 10:14 am May 22, 2025
Updated: 5:10 am February 6, 2026
Five First World War Soldiers Buried in Belgium, Including Identified Cheshire Regiment Private

 

A century after falling in battle, Private Harry James Birch of the Cheshire Regiment has finally been laid to rest with full military honours, alongside four unidentified First World War comrades.
 

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