Walter Gabriel Home

1872–1914 (age 42)

Biography

Walter Gabriel Home was a dedicated military officer who served his country with distinction during the First World War. Born in 1872, he brought years of experience and leadership to his service during one of history's most challenging periods.

His memory is preserved at the Menin Gate, a solemn monument to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Home's service and dedication remain a testament to the courage of those who served during the Great War.

Also buried at Menin Gate

Lord Spencer Douglas Compton
1893–1915 (age 22)
Menin Gate
Lord Spencer Douglas Compton died in 1915 and is commemorated at the Menin Gate.
Dennis George Wyldbore Hewitt
1897–1917 (age 20)
Menin Gate
Dennis George Wyldbore Hewitt, born 1897 and died 1917, is remembered at the Menin Gate for his gallantry.
Bill Maxwell
1882–1917 (age 35)
Menin Gate
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John Graham, Jr.
1877–1915 (age 38)
Menin Gate
Golfer and sportsman remembered at the Menin Gate after falling in 1915.
Frank Smith Brown
1893–1915 (age 22)
Menin Gate
Frank Smith Brown was a poet who died in 1915 and is commemorated at the Menin Gate.
Gerald William Grenfell
1890–1915 (age 25)
Menin Gate
Military officer commemorated at the Menin Gate for his service in 1915.