John Marmaduke Strother

1893–1917 (age 24)

Biography

John Marmaduke Strother was a British military officer whose service during the First World War exemplified the courage and dedication of his generation. His military career, though brief, reflected the experiences of countless young officers who served during the Great War.

Strother's life was cut short in 1917 during the intense fighting of the First World War, a sacrifice shared by millions across Europe. His memory is honored among the fallen at Arras, a location synonymous with the tremendous losses of the Western Front.