Leading Seaman NORMAN MACINNES
"Tormod a'Bhroga" - Tormod, Mac Mhurchaid Mhic Iain Tailleir
Last address in Lewis: 2 Hill Street North Tolsta
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Murdo Macinnes, of 2, Hill St., North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMY Conqueror II
Service number: 5476A
Date of birth: 30 June 1892
Date of death: 26 September 1916 at the age of 25
Ship sunk by U-52 to the NW of Fair Isle
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 18
Local memorial: North Tolsta
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John Macleod, Hill Street, North Tolsta
Private JOHN MACLEOD
"Seoinaidh Dhanaidh" - Iain, Mac Dhomhnaill Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhic Iain
Last address in Lewis: Hill Street, North Tolsta,
Son of Donald Macleod
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: 3/7478
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 1 July 1916 at the age of 18
Killed in action in France
Memorial: Thiepval Memorial, Pier and Face 15C
Local memorial: North Tolsta
"Seoinaidh Dhanaidh" - Iain, Mac Dhomhnaill Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhic Iain
Last address in Lewis: Hill Street, North Tolsta,
Son of Donald Macleod
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: 3/7478
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 1 July 1916 at the age of 18
Killed in action in France
Memorial: Thiepval Memorial, Pier and Face 15C
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Donald Martin, 76 North Tolsta
Corporal DONALD MARTIN
Domhnall, Mac Iain Mhic Dhonnchaid Sealgair
Last address in Lewis: 76 North Tolsta,
(Only) son of John and Isa Martin, of 76, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 1st Cameron Highlanders
Service number: 3/5347
Enlisted at Inverness
Date of death: 9 July 1915 at the age of 21
Killed in action in France
Interred: Philosophe British Cemetery, Mazingarbe, grave III. P. 3
Mentioned on family gravestone in North Tolsta Cemetery, Lewis
Local memorial: North Tolsta
John Mackenzie, 73 North Tolsta
Corporal JOHN MACKENZIE
Iain Mac Dhomhnaill Tailleir
Last address in Lewis: 73 North Tolsta,
Son of Donald and Catherine McKenzie, of 73, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: S/16357
Enlisted at Glasgow
Date of death: 9 June 1918 at the age of 38
Killed in action in France
Interred: Mont-Bernanchon British Cemetery, Gonnehem, grave I. G. 1
Local memorial: North Tolsta
His brother Donald served in the RNR and survived the war.
Stornoway Gazette
A deep gloom was cast over this district on Tuesday of last week when news was received that Corpl. John Mackenzie, 73 North Tolsta, had been killed in action on 9 June 1918. The sad news was conveyed in a letter to Mr Angus Mackay, Free Church missionary, from Sergt Macleod, a relative of Portnaguran. John was struck by splinters of shell in the arm and in the leg. Arteries were severed an he died from shock and loss of blood as he was being carried to the dressing station. The deceased, who was about 36 years of age, was a divinity student prior to enlisting in 1916. Being an expert instructor in bomb-throwing he was kept in this country until the German offensive started last March. As a young man, he had seen service in Egypt during the South African War. Subsequently he was employed for several years with the Clyde Turst, but some years ago he entered Skerry's College with view of entering the ministry of the Free Presbyterian Church. He was an eloquent and impressive preacher and moreover he was a man whose influence told for good in the community. He was much loved and highly respected both as a man and as a Christian. During the time he was in the home camps he used to hold meetings amongst the soldiers in training, many of whom, when he arrived in France, would cluster round him hoping he would hold a short service with them. The platoon sergeant, writing to John's father, said that he had personally lost a dear and true friend, whom he could never forget, for he had left them such a beautiful example in his steadfastness on the side of Christ and in The Truth. The commanding officer of the battalion has written, and one could see how highly he esteemed John Mackenzie, a keen and capable soldier and a man who had such a good influence on his fellow soldiers. The heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to his aged father, his brothers and sisters. The village of North Tolsta has now lost thirty-three men.
Iain Mac Dhomhnaill Tailleir
Last address in Lewis: 73 North Tolsta,
Son of Donald and Catherine McKenzie, of 73, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: S/16357
Enlisted at Glasgow
Date of death: 9 June 1918 at the age of 38
Killed in action in France
Interred: Mont-Bernanchon British Cemetery, Gonnehem, grave I. G. 1
Local memorial: North Tolsta
His brother Donald served in the RNR and survived the war.
Stornoway Gazette
A deep gloom was cast over this district on Tuesday of last week when news was received that Corpl. John Mackenzie, 73 North Tolsta, had been killed in action on 9 June 1918. The sad news was conveyed in a letter to Mr Angus Mackay, Free Church missionary, from Sergt Macleod, a relative of Portnaguran. John was struck by splinters of shell in the arm and in the leg. Arteries were severed an he died from shock and loss of blood as he was being carried to the dressing station. The deceased, who was about 36 years of age, was a divinity student prior to enlisting in 1916. Being an expert instructor in bomb-throwing he was kept in this country until the German offensive started last March. As a young man, he had seen service in Egypt during the South African War. Subsequently he was employed for several years with the Clyde Turst, but some years ago he entered Skerry's College with view of entering the ministry of the Free Presbyterian Church. He was an eloquent and impressive preacher and moreover he was a man whose influence told for good in the community. He was much loved and highly respected both as a man and as a Christian. During the time he was in the home camps he used to hold meetings amongst the soldiers in training, many of whom, when he arrived in France, would cluster round him hoping he would hold a short service with them. The platoon sergeant, writing to John's father, said that he had personally lost a dear and true friend, whom he could never forget, for he had left them such a beautiful example in his steadfastness on the side of Christ and in The Truth. The commanding officer of the battalion has written, and one could see how highly he esteemed John Mackenzie, a keen and capable soldier and a man who had such a good influence on his fellow soldiers. The heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to his aged father, his brothers and sisters. The village of North Tolsta has now lost thirty-three men.
John Maciver, 69 North Tolsta
Leading Seaman JOHN MACIVER
Iain, Mac Mhurchaidh Bhig Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhoir an Lodain
Last address in Lewis: 69 North Tolsta,
Son of Murdo Maciver, of 69, North Tolsta, Stornoway
Husband of Catherine MacIver, of 69, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Victory
Service number: 2619C
Date of birth: March 1875
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 48
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 32
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Iain, Mac Mhurchaidh Bhig Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhoir an Lodain
Last address in Lewis: 69 North Tolsta,
Son of Murdo Maciver, of 69, North Tolsta, Stornoway
Husband of Catherine MacIver, of 69, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Victory
Service number: 2619C
Date of birth: March 1875
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 48
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 32
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Murdo Smith, 65 North Tolsta
Leading Seaman MURDO SMITH
"Am Bodach" - Murchadh, Mac Chailein Og, Mhic Iain Mhic Aonghais Mhic Iain Oig
Last address in Lewis: 65 North Tolsta,
Son of Colin and Annie Smith, of North Tolsta
Husband of Margaret Smith, of 65, North Tolstar, Stornoway.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, SS Heatherside
Service number: 2286C
Date of death: 24 August 1917 at the age of 44
Missing after ship was sunk by U-boat
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 26
Mentioned on family gravestone in North Tolsta Cemetery, Lewis
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Murdo is shown in the 1881 census as the 8-year old son of Colin (52) and Anne (54) at 43 North Tolsta, with his siblings Angus (23), Christina (16) and John (13).
Colin Maciver, 62 North Tolsta
Corporal COLIN MACIVER
Cailean, Mac Iain Mhic Dhomhnaill Bhain
Last address in Lewis: 62 North Tolsta,
Son of John and Margaret MacIver, of 62, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 10th Gordon Highlanders, Depot
Service number: 3/5668
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 6 March 1916 at the age of 26
Died of wounds in Brighton Military Hospital
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Colin is shown in the 1901 census as the eldest son of John and Margaret (both aged 37) Maciver of 62 North Tolsta. His siblings John (8), Annie (7) and Christina (1) are also present.
His brothers John and Donald both served in the RNR, and survived the war.
Cailean, Mac Iain Mhic Dhomhnaill Bhain
Last address in Lewis: 62 North Tolsta,
Son of John and Margaret MacIver, of 62, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 10th Gordon Highlanders, Depot
Service number: 3/5668
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 6 March 1916 at the age of 26
Died of wounds in Brighton Military Hospital
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Colin is shown in the 1901 census as the eldest son of John and Margaret (both aged 37) Maciver of 62 North Tolsta. His siblings John (8), Annie (7) and Christina (1) are also present.
His brothers John and Donald both served in the RNR, and survived the war.
Donald Macleod, 58 North Tolsta
Seaman DONALD MACLEOD
"Domhnall Ghabhsainn" - Domhnall Mac Chaluim Mhic Dhomhnaill Ruaidh
Last address in Lewis: 58 North Tolsta,
Son of Malcolm MacLeod, of 58, North Tolsta, Stornoway, and the late Mary MacLeod.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: 3329/A
Date of birth: 20 October 1887
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 31
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Donald is shown as a 7-year old at 58 North Tolsta in the 1901 census, at home with his parents Malcolm (39) and Mary (38) as well as siblings John (11), Henrietta (10), Malcolm (7) and Isabella (2).
His brother Malcolm was also lost in the Iolaire; his brother John also served in the RNR but survived the war.
"Domhnall Ghabhsainn" - Domhnall Mac Chaluim Mhic Dhomhnaill Ruaidh
Last address in Lewis: 58 North Tolsta,
Son of Malcolm MacLeod, of 58, North Tolsta, Stornoway, and the late Mary MacLeod.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: 3329/A
Date of birth: 20 October 1887
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 31
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Donald is shown as a 7-year old at 58 North Tolsta in the 1901 census, at home with his parents Malcolm (39) and Mary (38) as well as siblings John (11), Henrietta (10), Malcolm (7) and Isabella (2).
His brother Malcolm was also lost in the Iolaire; his brother John also served in the RNR but survived the war.
Malcolm Macleod, 58 North Tolsta
Leading Seaman MALCOLM MACLEOD
"Calum Ghabhsainn" - Domhnall Mac Chaluim Mhic Dhomhnaill Ruaidh
Last address in Lewis: 58 North Tolsta,
Son of Malcolm MacLeod, of 58, North Tolsta, Stornoway, and the late Mary MacLeod.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: 5478/A
Date of birth: 17 September 1893
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 24
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Malcolm is shown as a 7-year old at 58 North Tolsta in the 1901 census, at home with his parents Malcolm (39) and Mary (38) as well as siblings Donald (13), John (11), Henrietta (10) and Isabella (2).
His brother Donald was also lost in the Iolaire; his brother John also served in the RNR but survived the war.
"Calum Ghabhsainn" - Domhnall Mac Chaluim Mhic Dhomhnaill Ruaidh
Last address in Lewis: 58 North Tolsta,
Son of Malcolm MacLeod, of 58, North Tolsta, Stornoway, and the late Mary MacLeod.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: 5478/A
Date of birth: 17 September 1893
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 24
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Malcolm is shown as a 7-year old at 58 North Tolsta in the 1901 census, at home with his parents Malcolm (39) and Mary (38) as well as siblings Donald (13), John (11), Henrietta (10) and Isabella (2).
His brother Donald was also lost in the Iolaire; his brother John also served in the RNR but survived the war.
John Macleod, 56 North Tolsta
Seaman JOHN MACLEOD
"Seonaidh Choinnich" - Iain, Mac Choinnich Mhic Iain Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhic Iain
Last address in Lewis: 56 North Tolsta,
Son of Kenneth and Mary McLeod, of North Tolsta; husband of Margaret McLeod, of 56, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Invincible
Service number: 2050C
Date of birth: July 1878
Date of death: 31 May 1916 at the age of 42
Killed or drowned at Battle of Jutland
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 18,
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Left widow and 4 children
John is shown in the 1881 census aged 4, with his parents Kenneth (33) and Mary (34) as well as his siblings Isabella (8), Barbara (6), Donald (2) and Murdo (6 months).
His brother Angus was killed in action in 1915, which prompted Alexander to join up in his stead. He too was killed, in 1917. Murdo served as a chaplain in the YMCA and US Army. Donald served in the RNR and survived the war.
Alexander Macleod, 56 North Tolsta
Corporal ALEX MACLEOD
Alasdair, Mac Choinnich Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhic Iain
Last address in Lewis: 56 North Tolsta,
Son of Kenneth and Mary McLeod, of 56, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: S/9220
Date of death: 3 May 1917 at the age of 28
Killed in action
Interred: Roeux British Cemetery, grave A. 16.
Mentioned on family gravestone in North Tolsta Cemetery, Lewis
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Leaves a widow and 2 children.
Resigned from Edinburgh Constabulary to join up after death of his brother Angus
Alexander is shown in the 1901 census aged 11, with his parents Kenneth (55) and Mary (52) as well as his siblings Barbara (25), Donald (22) and Angus (16). The address is quoted as 56 New Street [Tolsta].
His brother Angus was killed in action in 1915, which prompted Alexander to join up in his stead. He too was killed, in 1917. Murdo served as a chaplain in the YMCA and US Army. Donald served in the RNR and survived the war.
From the battalion's war diary
Zero hour 345 am when a heavy bombardment of enemy's position started, lasting for an hour. Barrage then crept forward very slowly. Bn left their trenches at 430 am being in support to the Household Battalion who were to capture the cemetery north of ROEUX. The R. Warwickshire Regt were on the left of HB and R Irish Fusiliers on left of Seaforths support to R. War Regt. 1st Somerset Light Infantry were on the right and were to capture village of ROEUX. On reaching BLUE line which was just west of DELBAR WOOD the Battalion moved to their right until left of each wave was opposite NW corner of DELBAR WOOD where a halt was made until ZERO+85 = 5.10 am, when they advanced to capture the RED line, east of DELBAR and HAUSA WOOD, immediately west of PLOUVAIN. This attack unfortunately failed owing to both flanks being held up with severe losses and later on the whole brigade line was forced to withdraw to original frontline. The Bn came back to CRETE trench. This was the position until dusk when the Battalion was sent to relieve the Household Battalion in CEYLON trench from its junction with CORONA trench, to its junction with COX trench. Coy S Major Fraser was in charge of the line as all officers taking part in these operations had become casualties. The Commanding Officers, Adjutant, Medical Officer and 3 other officers becoming casualties by the same shell. The Commanding Officer remained with the Batt until theh arrival of Major N. B. Orr from 1st line transport about 630 pm who then took command, being joined later on by 2 other officers from the divisional reinforcement ramp at SAVY.
During the night 3rd/4th May, the Bn held and improved the line while a working party of Irish Fusiliers endeavoured to estalibhs a line of posts from west edge of cemetery to a point in CORONA trench. The HB continued this line of posts southwards and also held the front line from munction of CORONA and CEYLON to junction of COX and front line. The Irish Fusiliers held the front line to the left of the HB.
Stornoway GazetteThe sad news has been received that Pte Alexander Macleod, Seaforths, youngest son of Mr Kenneth Macleod, merchant, 56 North Tolsta, was killed in action on the 3rd May. The deceased was 28 years of age and prior to enlisting in July 1915 had been a policeman in Edinburgh. Alick was a typical soldier- strong, fearless and manly. When he heard the news that his brother Angus had been killed in action, he wrote home to his mother saying that was [he] to enlist at once in his brother's regiment to fill the gap. He was wounded last summer, but returned to the front in the autumn. He leaves a widow and two children, who reside in Edinburgh, and to them, as well as to his parents, brothers and sisters, the heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended. This is the third son lost by Mr and Mrs Macrae [sic] have lost in this war, and another son is at the moment lying in hospital in England. The Tolsta district has lost 26 men, or 13 percent of those serving.
Alasdair, Mac Choinnich Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhic Iain
Last address in Lewis: 56 North Tolsta,
Son of Kenneth and Mary McLeod, of 56, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: S/9220
Date of death: 3 May 1917 at the age of 28
Killed in action
Interred: Roeux British Cemetery, grave A. 16.
Mentioned on family gravestone in North Tolsta Cemetery, Lewis
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Leaves a widow and 2 children.
Resigned from Edinburgh Constabulary to join up after death of his brother Angus
Alexander is shown in the 1901 census aged 11, with his parents Kenneth (55) and Mary (52) as well as his siblings Barbara (25), Donald (22) and Angus (16). The address is quoted as 56 New Street [Tolsta].
His brother Angus was killed in action in 1915, which prompted Alexander to join up in his stead. He too was killed, in 1917. Murdo served as a chaplain in the YMCA and US Army. Donald served in the RNR and survived the war.
From the battalion's war diary
Zero hour 345 am when a heavy bombardment of enemy's position started, lasting for an hour. Barrage then crept forward very slowly. Bn left their trenches at 430 am being in support to the Household Battalion who were to capture the cemetery north of ROEUX. The R. Warwickshire Regt were on the left of HB and R Irish Fusiliers on left of Seaforths support to R. War Regt. 1st Somerset Light Infantry were on the right and were to capture village of ROEUX. On reaching BLUE line which was just west of DELBAR WOOD the Battalion moved to their right until left of each wave was opposite NW corner of DELBAR WOOD where a halt was made until ZERO+85 = 5.10 am, when they advanced to capture the RED line, east of DELBAR and HAUSA WOOD, immediately west of PLOUVAIN. This attack unfortunately failed owing to both flanks being held up with severe losses and later on the whole brigade line was forced to withdraw to original frontline. The Bn came back to CRETE trench. This was the position until dusk when the Battalion was sent to relieve the Household Battalion in CEYLON trench from its junction with CORONA trench, to its junction with COX trench. Coy S Major Fraser was in charge of the line as all officers taking part in these operations had become casualties. The Commanding Officers, Adjutant, Medical Officer and 3 other officers becoming casualties by the same shell. The Commanding Officer remained with the Batt until theh arrival of Major N. B. Orr from 1st line transport about 630 pm who then took command, being joined later on by 2 other officers from the divisional reinforcement ramp at SAVY.
During the night 3rd/4th May, the Bn held and improved the line while a working party of Irish Fusiliers endeavoured to estalibhs a line of posts from west edge of cemetery to a point in CORONA trench. The HB continued this line of posts southwards and also held the front line from munction of CORONA and CEYLON to junction of COX and front line. The Irish Fusiliers held the front line to the left of the HB.
Stornoway GazetteThe sad news has been received that Pte Alexander Macleod, Seaforths, youngest son of Mr Kenneth Macleod, merchant, 56 North Tolsta, was killed in action on the 3rd May. The deceased was 28 years of age and prior to enlisting in July 1915 had been a policeman in Edinburgh. Alick was a typical soldier- strong, fearless and manly. When he heard the news that his brother Angus had been killed in action, he wrote home to his mother saying that was [he] to enlist at once in his brother's regiment to fill the gap. He was wounded last summer, but returned to the front in the autumn. He leaves a widow and two children, who reside in Edinburgh, and to them, as well as to his parents, brothers and sisters, the heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended. This is the third son lost by Mr and Mrs Macrae [sic] have lost in this war, and another son is at the moment lying in hospital in England. The Tolsta district has lost 26 men, or 13 percent of those serving.
Angus Macleod, 56 North Tolsta
Lance Corporal ANGUS MACLEOD
Aonghas, Mac Choinnich Mhic Dhomhnaill Mhic Iain
Last address in Lewis: 56 North Tolsta,
Son of Kenneth and Mary McLeod, of 56, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: 7934
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 19 June 1915 at the age of 30
Killed in action
Interred: Bard Cottage Cemetery, grave VI. C. 10.
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Had previously served 3 years in the Seaforths
Angus is shown in the 1901 census aged 16, with his parents Kenneth (55) and Mary (52) as well as his siblings Barbara (25), Donald (22) and Alexander (11). The address is quoted as 56 New Street [Tolsta].
The death of Angus in 1915, prompted Alexander to join up in his stead. He too was killed, in 1917. Murdo served as a chaplain in the YMCA and US Army. Donald served in the RNR and survived the war.
From the battalion's war diary
Wonderful weather [17-22 June 1915]. Comparatively quiet week, with exception of the usual shelling, which was particularly annoying along the canal after dark. The line taken over was pretty good. We've put a lot of work into it and improved it a great deal. On the left of our line at a small salient, the Germans have sapped forward and made a T trench within 25 yards of our trench. They are supposed to be mining or at any rate boring there. Exploded a small mine there just before we took over. Elsewhere, the trenches are about 300 yards apart. The Germans do not seem offensive and are consolidating their line as hard as they can. Several casualties during the week, mostly from shell fire, and some from bullets.
Killed: 4
Wounded: 3
Kenneth Campbell, 54 North Tolsta
Leading Seaman KENNETH CAMPBELL
Coinneach Mac Iain Mhic Iain Bhainn na Mona
Last address in Lewis: 54 North Tolsta,
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Galatea
Service number: 4804/A
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 29
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Kenneth was one of seven sons of John and Isabella who served in the RNR during the war.
Murdo, John senior and junior as well as Torquil survived
Angus died on his ship in 1918 and Donald was lost in HMS Otway in 1917.
The family is shown in the 1891 census, with John (54), Isabella (38) and their children Catherine (13), John (10), Torquil (8), Donald (6), Angus (4), Kenneth (2) and John (3 months).
Coinneach Mac Iain Mhic Iain Bhainn na Mona
Last address in Lewis: 54 North Tolsta,
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Galatea
Service number: 4804/A
Date of death: 1 January 1919 at the age of 29
Drowned in sinking of HMY Iolaire
Interred: North Tolsta Cemetery
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Kenneth was one of seven sons of John and Isabella who served in the RNR during the war.
Murdo, John senior and junior as well as Torquil survived
Angus died on his ship in 1918 and Donald was lost in HMS Otway in 1917.
The family is shown in the 1891 census, with John (54), Isabella (38) and their children Catherine (13), John (10), Torquil (8), Donald (6), Angus (4), Kenneth (2) and John (3 months).
Donald Campbell, 54 North Tolsta
Seaman DONALD CAMPBELL
Domhnall Mac Iain Mhic Iain Bhainn na Mona
Last address in Lewis: 54 North Tolsta,
Son of John and Isabella Graham Campbell, of North Tolsta; husband of Catherina Campbell, of 54, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Otway
Service number: 2905/B
Date of death: 22 July 1917 at the age of 33
Ship sunk by U-boat
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 26
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Donald was one of seven sons of John and Isabella who served in the RNR during the war.
Murdo, John senior and junior as well as Torquil survived
Angus died on his ship in 1918 and Kenneth was lost in the Iolaire Disaster of 1919.
The family is shown in the 1891 census, with John (54), Isabella (38) and their children Catherine (13), John (10), Torquil (8), Donald (6), Angus (4), Kenneth (2) and John (3 months).
Domhnall Mac Iain Mhic Iain Bhainn na Mona
Last address in Lewis: 54 North Tolsta,
Son of John and Isabella Graham Campbell, of North Tolsta; husband of Catherina Campbell, of 54, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Otway
Service number: 2905/B
Date of death: 22 July 1917 at the age of 33
Ship sunk by U-boat
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 26
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Donald was one of seven sons of John and Isabella who served in the RNR during the war.
Murdo, John senior and junior as well as Torquil survived
Angus died on his ship in 1918 and Kenneth was lost in the Iolaire Disaster of 1919.
The family is shown in the 1891 census, with John (54), Isabella (38) and their children Catherine (13), John (10), Torquil (8), Donald (6), Angus (4), Kenneth (2) and John (3 months).
Angus Campbell, 54 North Tolsta
Leading Seaman ANGUS CAMPBELL
Aonghas, Mac Iain Mhic Iain Bhain na Mona
Last address in Lewis: 54 North Tolsta,
Son of John and Isabella Graham Campbell, of North Tolsta
Husband of Mary Campbell, of 32, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, SS Anhui
Service number: 2500/A
Date of death: 29 May 1918 at the age of 31
Died on board ship at Port Said
Interred: Port Said War Memorial Cemetery, grave L. 2.
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Angus was one of seven sons of John and Isabella who served in the RNR during the war.
Murdo, John senior and junior as well as Torquil survived
Donald was lost in the sinking of HMS Otway in 1918 and Kenneth was lost in the Iolaire Disaster of 1919.
The family is shown in the 1891 census, with John (54), Isabella (38) and their children Catherine (13), John (10), Torquil (8), Donald (6), Angus (4), Kenneth (2) and John (3 months).
Aonghas, Mac Iain Mhic Iain Bhain na Mona
Last address in Lewis: 54 North Tolsta,
Son of John and Isabella Graham Campbell, of North Tolsta
Husband of Mary Campbell, of 32, North Tolsta, Stornoway.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, SS Anhui
Service number: 2500/A
Date of death: 29 May 1918 at the age of 31
Died on board ship at Port Said
Interred: Port Said War Memorial Cemetery, grave L. 2.
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Angus was one of seven sons of John and Isabella who served in the RNR during the war.
Murdo, John senior and junior as well as Torquil survived
Donald was lost in the sinking of HMS Otway in 1918 and Kenneth was lost in the Iolaire Disaster of 1919.
The family is shown in the 1891 census, with John (54), Isabella (38) and their children Catherine (13), John (10), Torquil (8), Donald (6), Angus (4), Kenneth (2) and John (3 months).
Donald Macleod, 53 North Tolsta
Private DONALD MACLEOD
"Dolaidh Thormoid" - Domhnall, Mac Thormoid Mhic Dhomhnaill Ruaidh
Last address in Lewis: 53 North Tolsta,
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman McLeod, of 53, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: 3/7350
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 29 March 1918 at the age of 18
Killed in action.
Memorial: Arras Memorial, Bay 8
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Went to France at age 16.
From the battalion war diary
Quiet day. Slight shelling of army line.
Stornoway Gazette, 19 April 1918
We regret to announce that news has been received of the death in action of Pte Donald Macleod, Seaforth Highlanders, son of Mr Norman Macleod, 53 North Tolsta. The deceased, who was 19 years of age, was in the 3rd Seaforth Highalnders when war broke out. Although then barely 16 and could, if he desired, have got his discharge on account of youth, he wrote to his father not to try on any account to get him out of the army. He was sent to France in March 1915, before he was 17 years old. He was wounded on several occasions.
Donald was a very plucky young soldier, greatly beloved by his comrades. Indeed, he was one of nature's gentlemen and will be sorely missed by the people of the district, by whom he was much liked and highly respected. the heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family.
"Dolaidh Thormoid" - Domhnall, Mac Thormoid Mhic Dhomhnaill Ruaidh
Last address in Lewis: 53 North Tolsta,
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman McLeod, of 53, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: 3/7350
Enlisted at Stornoway
Date of death: 29 March 1918 at the age of 18
Killed in action.
Memorial: Arras Memorial, Bay 8
Local memorial: North Tolsta
Went to France at age 16.
From the battalion war diary
Quiet day. Slight shelling of army line.
Stornoway Gazette, 19 April 1918
We regret to announce that news has been received of the death in action of Pte Donald Macleod, Seaforth Highlanders, son of Mr Norman Macleod, 53 North Tolsta. The deceased, who was 19 years of age, was in the 3rd Seaforth Highalnders when war broke out. Although then barely 16 and could, if he desired, have got his discharge on account of youth, he wrote to his father not to try on any account to get him out of the army. He was sent to France in March 1915, before he was 17 years old. He was wounded on several occasions.
Donald was a very plucky young soldier, greatly beloved by his comrades. Indeed, he was one of nature's gentlemen and will be sorely missed by the people of the district, by whom he was much liked and highly respected. the heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family.
Thomas Murray, 49 North Tolsta
Private THOMAS MURRAY
Tomas, Mac Aonghais Mhic Ailein Dhuibh
Last address in Lewis: 49 North Tolsta
Also quoted at 52 Keith Street and 6 Maciver's Buildings, Stornoway
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Angus Murray, of 52, Keith St., Stomoway, Lewis, Scotland.
Service unit: 1 Coy. 5th Bn. Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment)
Service number: 13777
Date of death: 10 May 1915 at the age of 22
Memorial: Ypres (Menin Gate) panel 18 - 26 - 28
Date of birth: 2 May 1892
Place of birth: India
Height: 6 ft
Complexion: Dark
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Black
Religion: Presbyterian
Trade / occupation: Farmer
Volunteered at Valcartier on 17 September 1914
His brother Allan enlisted at Valcartier on the same date and died a fortnight before Thomas.
Allan Murray, 49 North Tolsta
Private ALLAN MURRAY
Ailean, Mac Aonghais Mhic Ailein Dhuibh
Last address in Lewis: 49 North Tolsta,
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Angus Murray, of 52, Keith St., Stomoway, Lewis, Scotland.
Service unit: 1 Coy. 5th Bn. Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment)
Service number: 13779
Date of death: 25 April 1915 at the age of 19
Memorial: Ypres (Menin Gate) panel 18 - 26 - 28
Date of birth: 21 June 1894
Place of birth: Gibraltar
Height: 5 ft 11 in
Complexion: Fair
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Dark brown
Religion: Presbyterian
Trade / occupation: Farmer
Last address in Lewis: 49 North Tolsta
Volunteered at Valcartier on 19 September 1914
His brother Thomas enlisted at Valcartier on the same date and died a fortnight after Allan.
John Campbell, 47 North Tolsta
Steward JOHN CAMPBELL
Iain Mac Chailein Mhic Aonghais Mhic Chailein
Last address in Lewis: 47 North Tolsta,
Service unit: Merchant Marine
Date of death: 5 August 1918 at the age of 20
Died in an accident on a transport
Local memorial: North Tolsta
His father Colin Campbell was lost overboard in January 1915 whilst serving with the RNR. His brother Angus also served in the RNR, but survived the war.
Iain Mac Chailein Mhic Aonghais Mhic Chailein
Last address in Lewis: 47 North Tolsta,
Service unit: Merchant Marine
Date of death: 5 August 1918 at the age of 20
Died in an accident on a transport
Local memorial: North Tolsta
His father Colin Campbell was lost overboard in January 1915 whilst serving with the RNR. His brother Angus also served in the RNR, but survived the war.
Colin Campbell, 47 North Tolsta
Seaman COLIN CAMPBELL
Cailean, Mac Aonghais Mhic Chailein
Last address in Lewis: 47 North Tolsta
Son of Angus and Marion Macleod Campbell, of North Tolsta, Stornoway
Husband of Jessie Smith Campbell, of 47, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire. Had 6 children
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMT Aquamarine
Service number: 1448SD
Born in Tolsta in 1867
Date of death: 20 January 1915 at the age of 50
Was swept overboard and drowned
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 19
Local memorial: North Tolsta
His son John was killed due to an accident on a transport in 1918 whilst serving in the Merchant Navy. Another son Angus served in the RNR and survived the war.
Cailean, Mac Aonghais Mhic Chailein
Last address in Lewis: 47 North Tolsta
Son of Angus and Marion Macleod Campbell, of North Tolsta, Stornoway
Husband of Jessie Smith Campbell, of 47, North Tolsta, Stornoway, Ross-shire. Had 6 children
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, HMT Aquamarine
Service number: 1448SD
Born in Tolsta in 1867
Date of death: 20 January 1915 at the age of 50
Was swept overboard and drowned
Memorial: Chatham Naval Memorial, panel 19
Local memorial: North Tolsta
His son John was killed due to an accident on a transport in 1918 whilst serving in the Merchant Navy. Another son Angus served in the RNR and survived the war.
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