As the first snow of 2015 fell, Glasgow University paid respects to five of it’s students that that died in the line of combat during the First World War. O/Cdt Rose and Mid Mawer represented G&S URNU at the university chapel on Friday 16th January and assisted in planting two of five crosses within the memorial garden. Previously remembered as unknown soldiers, archivists of the university made the discovery two days prior, identifying the names of these men. The service itself had good attendance despite late notice, displaying a priority put forward by the War Archivist staff and unity from the university to pay respect.
Those remembered were Private Ian Norman Mackay, Private Allan Mills Fenwick, 2nd Lieutenant James Robertson Jack Mylles, 2nd Lieutenant James Alexander Chrystie and Surgeon William Miller. Their names will remain in the university’s memorial garden until 2018, where they will be joined with 750 further crosses. Memorial services will continue in the chapel during this period, with 10 minutes of hymns and prayer, followed by cross planting and a minute silence.
Members of the public and OTC/URNU are encouraged to stay aware of the upcoming dates to pay respects to the men and women of Glasgow University in these centenary services. This will include the upcoming remembrance of the first female student killed in the First World War on the morning of February the 14th.
Those seeking any additional information on the history of those fallen, and roles they played can read the university’s First World War Honour Roll, available on the University’s website. History of the individuals have been archived respectfully and in high details and serve as a relatable reminder of the sacrifices given by our alumni.
Lest we forget.
Those remembered were Private Ian Norman Mackay, Private Allan Mills Fenwick, 2nd Lieutenant James Robertson Jack Mylles, 2nd Lieutenant James Alexander Chrystie and Surgeon William Miller. Their names will remain in the university’s memorial garden until 2018, where they will be joined with 750 further crosses. Memorial services will continue in the chapel during this period, with 10 minutes of hymns and prayer, followed by cross planting and a minute silence.
Members of the public and OTC/URNU are encouraged to stay aware of the upcoming dates to pay respects to the men and women of Glasgow University in these centenary services. This will include the upcoming remembrance of the first female student killed in the First World War on the morning of February the 14th.
Those seeking any additional information on the history of those fallen, and roles they played can read the university’s First World War Honour Roll, available on the University’s website. History of the individuals have been archived respectfully and in high details and serve as a relatable reminder of the sacrifices given by our alumni.
Lest we forget.
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