41297, Private, 8th Battalion, North Staffordshire Regiment
Missing in Action on the 12th April 1918 aged 19
Private William Bryant
William lived in Hellards Road, Stevenage and was one of two brothers serving in the forces. He initially joined the Bedfordshire Regiment but later was transferred to the North Staffordshire’s.
On the 12th April 1918 the Battalion had moved into positions on the Lindenhoek – Wytschaete Road, near Wulverghen, Belgium. It is believed that he was shot by a sniper.
William has no known grave and his name is recorded on the Tyne Cot Memorial, Zonnebeke, Belgium. (Panel 124/125.)
Medal Entitlement: British War Medal & Victory Medal