Geoffrey Watkins Smith

1881–1916 (age 35)

Biography

Geoffrey Watkins Smith, born in 1881, was a zoologist whose passion for natural history guided his studies of animal life. His scientific curiosity and fieldwork contributed to the understanding of species behavior and distribution during a rapidly changing world.

He answered the call of duty during the First World War and made the ultimate sacrifice in 1916; Pozieres British Cemetery now honors his dedication to both science and country.

Also buried at Pozieres British Cemetery

Jim Farnan
1875–1916 (age 41)
Pozieres British Cemetery
Jim Farnan was an Australian rules football player who died in the First World War.
Robert Stansfield
1883–1918 (age 35)
Pozieres British Cemetery
Robert Stansfield was a soldier who served and died during the First World War.