101 years ago today 10/2/1915: Private George Allman 1st Bn. Dranouter Churchyard, Belgium. Son of James Allman, of 70, Elizabeth Street, Macclesfield. His brother, Frank, also of The Cheshire Regiment, died on Service.

100 years ago today 10/2/1916:

Private William Wootton (Age 20) 7th Bn. Congleton (St. Peter) Churchyard, United Kingdom. Son of Charles and Mary Wootton, of 39, Rood Hill, Congleton.

VC Winner…

1858: John Tytler of 66th Bengal Native Infantry in Indian Mutiny, Choorpoorah, India.

Also…

1906 – HMS Dreadnought first steel hulled ship launched by Edward VII

1964 – HMAS Melbourne and HMAS Voyager colide