George Baxter Lowson was born and lived in Tottenham, Middlesex.

In 1917, he found himself serving on the Ypres sector of the Western Front. On 22nd August, his battalion — the 1st/5th Royal Warwickshire Regiment — launched an attack at 4:45 a.m. from trenches near the village of St. Julien.

The men achieved their initial objective, but the waterlogged ground prevented further waves from advancing. Under the weight of strong German counter-attacks, the Royal Warwicks were forced to withdraw. Undeterred, they regrouped and launched another assault later that day, again capturing the enemy positions — but only after suffering heavy casualties.

Among those killed in the fighting was Private George Baxter Lowson, aged 30.

A song was later written in his memory, titled “My Mate George,” as a tribute to his courage and sacrifice.

Included are copy's of George’s Forces War Record, Pension Card, Medal Index Card, Medal Roll, photograph of his grave, and other related documents.

27612 Private George Baxter Lowson
1st/5th Battalion, Royal Warwickshire Regiment
Killed in action: 22nd August 1917
Buried at: Tyne Cot Cemetery