Robert Smethurst
The photograph is shared by the Trust with kind permission from the 11th Armoured Division Facebook Group and its Black Bull Research Team.
Remembering Robert Smethurst, reported as Missing, presumed Killed in Action, 18 July 1944. His body was never found so he is commemorated on the Bayeux Memorial to the Missing, Calvados.
British Normandy Memorial - Additional Information
Unfortunately, we only have a photo of Robert Smethurst. If you are related to Robert, or know about him and can tell us more about his life we would love to hear from you so we can add to his story.
FALLEN HEROES
ROBERT SMETHURST
Army • TROOPER
Royal Armoured Corps
2nd Fife and Forfar YeomanryDIED | 18 July 1944
AGE | 24
SERVICE NO. | 14224984
FALLEN HEROES
ROBERT SMETHURST
Army • TROOPER
Royal Armoured Corps
2nd Fife and Forfar YeomanryDIED | 18 July 1944
AGE | 24
SERVICE NO. | 14224984
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