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The Grave of Jack Cornwell - Manor Park Cemetery
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The Grave of Jack Cornwell - Manor Park Cemetery
The Grave of Jack Travers Cornwell (1900-1916) in Manor Park Cemetery, Forest Gate, London. Cornwell was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for his gallantry aboard HMS Chester on 31st May 1916 during the Battle of Jutland and is the third-youngest recipient of the award. The epitaph on the grave reads: " It is not wealth or ancestry but honourable conduct and a noble disposition that maketh men great." Date: 2017
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This poignant photograph captures the grave of Jack Travers Cornwell, located in Manor Park Cemetery, Forest Gate, London. Cornwell, born in 1900, is the third-youngest recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration for valor in the face of the enemy, which he received posthumously for his extraordinary bravery during the Battle of Jutland on May 31, 1916, aboard HMS Chester. At just 16 years old, Cornwell demonstrated exceptional courage and selflessness when he carried on firing his anti-aircraft gun despite having been mortally wounded. His actions saved several lives and prevented further damage to the ship. The epitaph on his grave reads, "It is not wealth or ancestry but honorable conduct and a noble disposition that maketh men great." This powerful message encapsulates the essence of Cornwell's character and the values that led him to receive the Victoria Cross. The photograph, taken in 2017, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by young men like Jack Travers Cornwell during World War I. His grave in Manor Park Cemetery stands as a testament to his bravery and the enduring impact of his heroic actions.
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