For a closer look at  the Death Penny, scroll down the page for an even larger view. The back is not shown because it is only smooth bronze, with no image or inscription. This is a treasured Walker family keepsake, marking the greatest sacrifice for freedom. click on back button to return to previous page

The Death Penny This bronze plaque was issued to the next of kin  of the men who lost their lives in the Great War, 1914-1918. Known as the Death Penny, the one here is in memory of Fred Walker, Graham's  great-grandfather, killed on July 1st, 1916 click on back button to return to previous page

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