Alfred Charles Matthew LOWTHER (1896-1932)

[Printer]

Hello JMB1943,

I was unaware of "Lowther's Lambs", but I certainly am now! Wow. Thank you.

My Lowther connection comes from Northumberland, and so far, have been unable to link with the Earls of Lonsdale (Lowther Castle). Always interesting to learn of (possible) connections on the way.
I have recently made another family connection to John McCrae (1872-1918), the Canadian Poet and Soldier - "In Flanders Fields".   And yes, "Lest We Forget"     Regards.

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Hi cath 151,

After a frustrating search, not being familiar with the setup, I was able to locate the two articles you had mentioned. The 1997 article (photo) also confirmed why Alfred Lowther died at such a young age! It seems that he did accept the MM, which was in his son's possession, and why it is shown on his grave. 

We don't know how fortunate we are in NZ that ALL nationwide newspapers from the first issues mid-19h Century, until the 1990's, are digitalised and FREE to access. As should all newspapers worldwide! TROVE in Australia is also free.

Thank you for your help, much appreciated. Regards.

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[jim1]

Unfortunately all MM citations were destroyed during the Blitz in WW2.
However looking at the diary the 1st. Btn. were heavily involved in fighting
in the Cambrai sector early Oct. 1918.
The operation was completed successfully with around a 1000 prisoners
taken.
I would say it was this that won him the MM.

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Hi Jim 1,

Thank you. I didn't know about the records being destroyed.

The 1997 newspaper article has definitely clarified a few things for me too.

Regards.

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