Charles Newton
1890–1916 (age 26)
Biography
Charles Newton (1890–1916) was a serviceman who answered the call to duty during the First World War. His service during the conflict reflected the commitment of his generation to the defense of their nation and the broader Allied cause in Europe.
Newton's burial at Essex Farm Cemetery marks his final resting place in the fields of Belgium, where he fell in service. His memory is preserved among the thousands of servicemen who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Great War.