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William Barry (Bill) Ryan (1922–1944)

William Barry Ryan, c.1944

William Barry Ryan, c.1944

Australian War Memorial, P04825.002

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William Barry Ryan, c.1944

William Barry Ryan, c.1944

Australian War Memorial, P04825.002

Life Summary [details]

Birth

24 December, 1922
Hazelbrook, New South Wales, Australia

Death

17 April, 1944 (aged 21)
Corsica, France

Cause of Death

killed in action

Religious Influence

Includes the religion in which subjects were raised, have chosen themselves, attendance at religious schools and/or religious funeral rites; Atheism and Agnosticism have been included.

Occupation
Military Service
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