Richard Kirby Ridgeway
1848–1924 (age 76)
Biography
Richard Kirby Ridgeway was a military personnel who served his nation during a period of significant imperial and military activity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His military career reflected the values and commitments of his generation, and his service earned him a place of honor in Lawnswood Cemetery, one of Leeds' most distinguished burial grounds.
Ridgeway's life was dedicated to military duty and service, representing the professional soldiers who formed the backbone of British military institutions during this era. His burial in Lawnswood Cemetery, among other notable figures, reflects the respect accorded to those who devoted their lives to military service and the nation's defense.