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Benjamin Rhodes Arnold,
East Riding of Yorkshire DN14 6SW
England
Son of Joseph Rhodes Arnold and Ada E. Arnold, of 3, Dunhill Road, Goole, Yorkshire (CWGC address). He enlisted in Hull and served with the 11th EYR (Hull Pals). He died at 31st Divisional, School of Bombing, France, on 27/08/1916, aged 23. His army effects were left to his mother, Ada.
Buried at Vielle Chapelle New Military Cemetery, France. His grave inscription, reads, WE ASKED FOR HIM, LIFE THOU HAST GIVEN HIM ETERNAL LIFE
| Name | Benjamin, Rhodes Arnold |
|---|---|
| Birth Place | Goole |
| Residence | Goole |
| Death Date | 27 Aug 1916 |
| Death Place | France and Flanders |
| Enlistment Place | Hull |
| Rank | Private |
| Regiment | East Yorkshire Regiment |
| Battalion | 11th Battalion |
| Regimental Number | 11/369 |
| Type of Casualty | Died - Vielle Chapelle New Military Cemetery |
La Couture 62136
Hauts-de-France
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