Private Leslie Kennedy

18 Sep 1944

Private Leslie Kennedy was the son of Daniel Cameron and Margaret Kennedy, and husband of Hilda Kennedy, of Little Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire. He served with 11th Parachute Battalion and took part in the Battle of Arnhem, during Op Market Garden.

He died on 18 September 1944, aged 29 years old. He is now buried at Oosterbeek War Cemetery, Arnhem.

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Leslie  Kennedy

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C G said:
Pte Leslie Kennedy (2185622) was my grandad. Unfortunately I never had the privilege to meet him as he was killed in action.

I know very little about my grandad. If you/your family knew my grandad I'd love to know about him.
Stewart Adamson said:
Hi C G,
Leslie was my great Uncle and I have found out quite a bit that I am keen to share with you. You can find me by searching for Stewart Adamson on LinkedIn, listed as a Senior Programme manager at VMO2. Please do get in touch
Best regards,
Stewart
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