Private David Burns

12 Apr 1944

Private David Burns, son of John and Elizabeth Burns, of Glasgow, initially served with Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders, before beginning his Airborne service with 5th (Scottish) Parachute Battalion. He took part in the Italian campaign.

Private Burns died on 12 April 1944, aged 19 years old. He is now buried at Cassino War Cemetery, Italy.

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