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22/09/2026

📢 THE BALD ICON – QUICK UPDATE 🇬🇧

Just a quick update for everyone who follows The Bald Icon ❤️

I’ve not been able to get the videos posted recently due to some health issues, so things have been a little quieter than usual.

But don’t worry — we’re coming back! 💪

The videos will be getting posted over the weekend, and we’ll be back at it doing what we love — remembering our fallen, visiting memorials and sharing their stories with you all.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support The Bald Icon, especially those who have stuck with us while things have been a little difficult.

We appreciate every single one of you. ❤️

Back at it this weekend. 🇬🇧

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

13/09/2026

🇬🇧 REMEMBERING PRIVATE GEORGE CLARKE 🇬🇧

Today we remember Private George Clarke, a Northamptonshire soldier whose life came to an end during the final days of the First World War.

George was born in Ashton, Northamptonshire. Although many details of his early life have been lost to time, we know that he served his country during one of the most devastating conflicts in history.

George died on 29 October 1918, just days before the guns of the First World War finally fell silent.

He was only 30 years old.

The timing of his death makes his story particularly poignant. After more than four years of war, the end was finally within sight, yet George never lived to see the Armistice on 11 November 1918.

Whatever circumstances surrounded his final days, his death was part of the enormous human cost of the conflict — a reminder that even as peace approached, men were still being lost.

George was laid to rest in All Saints Churchyard, Norton, Northamptonshire, where he remains among the people of the community he once knew.

Today, we pause to remember a man whose name might otherwise have become just another entry in history.

Private George Clarke.

Thirty years of life.
A service remembered.
A sacrifice that must never be forgotten.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

12/09/2026

🇬🇧 REMEMBERING PRIVATE HARRY PENN 🇬🇧

Today we remember Private Harry Penn, a young Northamptonshire man whose service during the First World War came at a terrible cost.

Harry was born on 5 February 1893 at Blakesley, Northamptonshire, the son of George Penn and Susan Welch (née Battams). He was baptised at St. Mary’s Church, Blakesley, on 12 March 1893.

By 1911, Harry was working as a farm labourer at Noboro Lodge, Weedon. When he later enlisted, he was living in Norton, Northamptonshire, and working for the London & North Western Railway.

Harry enlisted on 19 November 1915, joining the 2/8th Battalion, Royal Warwickshire Regiment, as Private No. 24671.

His military records describe him as a man of good character who was strong and healthy. He was sent to France in July 1917, entering the harsh reality of trench warfare.

But it was not an enemy bullet that would ultimately claim Harry's life.

During November 1917, while serving in the trenches in bitterly cold conditions, Harry developed a severe cough and began coughing up blood. By December, he had been diagnosed with tuberculosis.

He was sent to hospital and eventually returned to England, where he was admitted to the Royal Victoria Hospital at Netley, near Southampton.

His condition meant that he was officially declared unfit for further military service and discharged on 1 February 1918.

Just sixteen days later, Harry died.

He was only 25 years old.

Harry's story reminds us that the losses of the First World War were not confined to the battlefield. Disease, exhaustion, exposure and the terrible conditions endured by servicemen could leave consequences that continued long after a soldier had returned home.

Harry Penn had been a railway worker, a farm labourer, a son and a young man with his life still ahead of him. Instead, his life ended in February 1918.

He now rests in All Saints Churchyard, Norton, Northamptonshire, close to the community he once called home.

Today, we remember Private Harry Penn — his service, his suffering and the life he should have had.

Gone from this world at just 25, but never forgotten.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

11/09/2026

Air Mechanic 3rd Class George William Chapman served with the Royal Air Force, attached to the 15th Training Depot Station, during the final days of the First World War.

George was only 18 years old when his life came to an end on 22nd November 1918, just eleven days after the Armistice brought the fighting of the Great War to an end.

As an Air Mechanic, George formed part of the rapidly developing world of military aviation. The Royal Air Force had only been created in April 1918, bringing together the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service. Behind the pilots and aircrew were skilled mechanics and ground personnel whose work was essential to keeping aircraft operational.

George's posting to the 15th Training Depot Station meant he was part of the RAF's training system at a time when aviation was still in its infancy. These training stations were vital in preparing personnel and developing the capabilities of the newly formed service.

George was the son of the late George and Maria Chapman of Birmingham. His parents would never have imagined that their son, at just 18, would be taken from them so soon after the war had ended.

He died in Lincolnshire and was later laid to rest at Lodge Hill Cemetery and Crematorium in Birmingham, returning to the city he came from.

The war had ended, but George's story reminds us that the human cost did not suddenly stop on 11th November 1918.

Today, we remember Air Mechanic 3rd Class George William Chapman, Royal Air Force — a young Birmingham man who served his country and whose life was tragically cut short at only 18 years of age.

His name deserves to be remembered.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

10/09/2026

Member Amy Horton served with the Women’s Royal Air Force (WRAF) during the First World War, becoming part of the thousands of women who stepped forward to serve their country and support the war effort.

Born around 1889, Amy was the wife of H. F. Horton of Parker Street, Birmingham. Behind her service record was a wife, a family and a life that was tragically cut short.

Amy died on 19th November 1918, aged 29. The First World War had officially ended just days earlier, on 11th November. Her death is a powerful reminder that the end of hostilities did not immediately bring an end to the suffering and loss experienced by those who had served.

As a member of the Women's Royal Air Force, Amy was among the women who played an important role during the closing months of the Great War. The WRAF had been established in April 1918, and its members carried out vital duties that supported Britain's military services.

Amy was laid to rest at Lodge Hill Cemetery and Crematorium in Birmingham, where her memorial records her service with pride:

5321 MEMBER
A. HORTON
WOMEN'S ROYAL AIR FORCE
19TH NOVEMBER 1918
AGE 27

And beneath her name are the words:

“THY WILL BE DONE”

The recorded age differs from the cemetery information, which gives her age as 29. Whatever her exact age, Amy was far too young to be taken from this world.

Today, we remember Member Amy Horton, a woman who served her country during the First World War and whose story deserves to be remembered alongside the men and women of her generation.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

09/09/2026

Guardsman Christopher George Jones served with the 3rd Battalion of the Coldstream Guards during the First World War, a conflict that changed the lives of millions and demanded so much from those who served.

Born on 18th February 1883, Christopher was the son of Arthur and Sarah Jones of Alfrick, Worcestershire. He later became the husband of Elsie Victoria Jones, and together they made their home in Bournbrook, Birmingham.

During his military service, Guardsman Jones was wounded. Sadly, he died from those wounds on 20th May 1918 at the age of just 35. His death came during the final months of the Great War, when so many families were still receiving the devastating news that a son, husband, father or brother would not be coming home.

Christopher left behind more than a military record. He was a son and a husband, a man with a family who would have felt his loss for the rest of their lives.

He was laid to rest at Lodge Hill Cemetery and Crematorium in Birmingham. His memorial carries the simple and deeply moving words:

“REST ETERNAL
GRANT TO HIM O LORD”

Today, we remember Guardsman Christopher George Jones of the 3rd Battalion, Coldstream Guards, who died of wounds sustained in service to his country.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

08/09/2026

Driver Cyril Hope served with the Army Catering Corps, playing his part in supporting the men and women of the British Army during and beyond the Second World War.

Born to Cyril and Nellie Hope of Birmingham, Cyril was also a husband. He was married to Ethel May Hope of Bloxwich, Staffordshire, and his loss would have been deeply felt by the family he left behind.

Cyril died on 26th June 1946 at the age of just 32, less than a year after the end of the Second World War. His death is a reminder that the story of war did not always end when peace was declared. For some servicemen and their families, the consequences and sacrifices of wartime continued long after the fighting had stopped.

Serving in the Army Catering Corps, Driver Hope was part of the essential support network that kept the Army functioning. Behind every frontline soldier were countless men carrying out vital duties, ensuring that those serving could continue their work.

Today, Cyril Hope is remembered at Lodge Hill Cemetery and Crematorium in Birmingham. More than a name in history, he was a son, a husband and a serviceman whose life was cut short at just 32 years of age.

Today, we remember Driver Cyril Hope and honour his service.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

07/09/2026

Private Albert H. Duggan served with the Worcestershire Regiment during a time when countless men answered the call to serve their country.

Albert died on 11th July 1920. His death came almost two years after the First World War had officially ended, reminding us that the effects of war did not simply disappear when the fighting stopped. For many servicemen, the battle continued long after they had returned home.

Much of Albert’s personal story may now be lost to time, but his name and service remain. He was one of the men who wore the badge of the Worcestershire Regiment and became part of a generation whose lives were forever shaped by the Great War.

Today, Albert rests at Lodge Hill Cemetery and Crematorium in Birmingham. We take a moment to remember Private Albert H. Duggan and ensure that his name is not forgotten.

His story may be quiet, but his service still matters.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

06/09/2026

Private William Fred Parish served with the Royal Warwickshire Regiment, answering his country’s call during a generation forever changed by the Great War.

Although much of William’s early life and wartime service remains unknown, we do know that he died on 13th December 1920, aged just 30. His death came after the guns of the First World War had fallen silent, a reminder that for many servicemen and their families, the consequences of war did not simply end with the Armistice.

William was laid to rest in Lodge Hill Cemetery and Crematorium in Birmingham, where his memory remains a lasting connection to the men of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment who served their country during one of history’s darkest periods.

Today, we pause to remember Private William Fred Parish. A man whose story may not be fully known, but whose service and sacrifice ensure that his name deserves to be remembered.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

01/09/2026

🇬🇧 SAPPER ALBERT GEORGE TOWLER 🇬🇧

Today, we remember Sapper Albert George Towler, Service Number 1885769, of the Royal Engineers.

Born in 1911 in Kings Norton, Birmingham, Albert was 29 years old when he died on 12 December 1940, during the Second World War.

As a Sapper with the Royal Engineers, Albert belonged to a corps whose work was essential to Britain's war effort. Royal Engineers built, repaired and maintained the infrastructure that kept armies moving and fighting — often carrying out dangerous work far from the headlines.

Albert's death came during a particularly difficult period of the war. Britain was still fighting for survival, and the country was enduring the intense air raids of the Blitz.

Behind the service number was a young Birmingham man with a family and a life of his own. At only 29, Albert had so much more that should have been ahead of him.

Yet his name remains.

His service remains.

And his memory remains.

Today, we pause to remember Sapper Albert George Towler, a Birmingham man who served with the Royal Engineers and whose life was lost during the Second World War.

We may never know every detail of his story, but we can ensure that the man behind the name is not forgotten.

Sapper Albert George Towler — remembered with honour, dignity and respect.

🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺

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