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After enlistment, 1966
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Royal Anglian wreath
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The plaque at Kirton-in-Lindsey
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Unveiling, Remembrance Sunday
Surname
Barry
Forenames
John Michael
Post-nominals
Date of birth
28/01/2025
Place of birth
Market Rasen, Lincolnshire
Home town
Kirton In Lindsey, Lincolnshire
Final rank
Corporal
Army number
24110135
Date enlisted
10/1966
Background info
Army career
John enlisted in The Royal Anglian Regiment in 1966 and after a period of training joined The 2nd Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment in Cyprus in March 1967.


In October 1970, John transferred to 'A' Company for The 2nd Battalion's first tour in Belfast.


He gained promotion to Lance Corporal and then Corporal in February 1972.
Date of death
25/09/2024
Circumstances
John died from the wounds he received when shot while leading his section in the Lower Falls district of Belfast.
Resting place
Kirton-In-Lindsey