Roy Sheldrake Kerridge, RNR (Royal Naval Reserve). He was killed while attempting to defuse a parachute mine which fell in Wright Road. As a result of the explosion 122 houses were destroyed or made uninhabitable. Kerridge Court was named for him, and has a plaque commemorating him. This replaces a bronze tablet which was lost.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Lieutenant Commander Roy S. Kerridge
Lt-Cdr Roy S. Kerridge, 1903 - 1940, who died attempting to defuse a parachut...
Co-partner or employee of the South Suburban Gas Company. Served but did not die in WW1.
Born Glasgow. With the army in India where he developed an interest in kala azar. This and his anti-typhoid work are his achievements. He remained with the army medical service throughout his career.
Died in WW1 serving in the 22nd Battalion, The London Regiment.
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