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| SOLDIERS DETAILS | ||
| Soldiers Name: Walter Shiells |
Other Names: Eric |
Also Known As: |
| Marital Status: Married |
Age at Death: 49 |
Civilian Job: Businessman |
| SERVICE DETAILS | ||
| Enlistment
Date: 24/04/1972 |
Service No: 496035 |
Rank: Capt |
| Regiment: UDR |
Battalion: 8 UDR |
Company: G Company |
| Service Type: Part Time |
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| DETAILS OF INCIDENT | ||
| On
or Off Duty: Off |
Date
of Death: 29/04/1977 |
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| County: Tyrone |
Location: Dungannon |
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Details: Shot by the IRA as he got into his car outside his home. One of Dungannon's most senior businessmen, he was a former President of Dungannon Rugby Club. He had served with the Royal Navy in World War II. 73rd UDR member to be killed and 8th officer. |
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