FREDERICK JAMES PAGE
From May through to September 2026, Andrew will be fulfilling his dream to hike the iconic Land’s End to John O’Groats! You are all warmly invited to follow Andrew’s epic journey on his Facebook page, “Andrew Beal LEJOG” https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577588795730
As Andrew hikes the 1,300+ miles, he will raise funds for the Ipswich War Memorial Project to help finance our future exhibitions and research of the brave Ipswich men and women who lost their lives in conflict. If you would like to make a small donation, please click on the link: https://gofund.me/5d4a50570
Thank you for your love and support. Andrew & Helen – I.W.M.P.
Born: 23rd February 1917, Ipswich.
Died: 2nd June 1941; age: 24.
Residence: 47, Stanley Avenue, Ipswich.
Occupation: a General Labourer.
Rank: Gunner; Service Number: 1532370.
Regiment: Royal Artillery, 151 Battery, 51 Heavy Anti-Aircraft Regiment.
The original grave was located at Khanis, Crete, and exhumed, identified and reburied on the 19th October 1945, at Suda Bay War Cemetery.
Grave Reference:
- E. 17.
Chania,
Crete,
Greece.
Relatives Notified & Address: Son of James A. Page & Grace Page, of Ipswich.
Father: James Arthur Page, born September 1880, Waldringfield, Suffolk. A General Labourer.
Mother: Grace Susannah Page (nee Chapman), born July 1882, Falkenham, Suffolk.
ENGLAND and WALES REGISTER 1939
Frederick was a General Labourer. He lived with his parents and sisters at their family home – 47, Stanley Avenue, Ipswich.
James, a General Labourer.
Grace, unpaid Domestic Duties.
Alma Vera Page, a Coat Hand – Ladies Tailoring, born August 1913, Ipswich.
Irene J. Page, a Packer – Drapery Store, born October 1920, Ipswich.
In May 1941, the Germans began an airborne assault and invasion of Crete. Despite heavy casualties, the Germans overwhelm the north of the island, taking key positions. The allied forces withdrew to the south of Crete in the hope of evacuating with many rear guard actions. Many ships were lost in the evacuation, with more than 50% of the men being rescued from the Island. It is estimated that 3,500+ British and Commonwealth troops were killed in the action. With over 12,000 men captured. Ipswich men killed Corporal CECIL DAY, Private JOHN MORTIMER
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