Edward Breddy
Edward Breddy attended the Retford Boys' National School, and upon leaving entered the employment of Messrs. C. H. Pickles, Ltd., wholesale newsagents, West-street, Retford.
Afterwards he was apprenticed to bricklaying with Messrs. A. W. Neal and Son.
He had been in the Scouts in his early years and was a member of the St. John Ambulance Brigade.
He volunteered for the R.A.M.C. on the outbreak of war.
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He was the son of George and Lilian Breddy, of Retford, Nottinghamshire; husband of Gertrude Eleanor Breddy of 91, Northfield Way Retford.
Edward saw service in France, and was evacuated from there during the Dunkirk evacuation.
After a short stay in England he was posted to Egypt, where he served for 3 1/2 years.
Edward Breddy, R.A.M.C. died in Egypt on June 29th, following a short illness and operation.
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Photo of Edward Breddy
Edward Breddy
Breddy photos: Courtesy of Michael and Elizabeth Szarelis
Photo of Edward Breddy
Photo of Edward Breddy