Mexborough and Swinton Times November 9, 1918

Pte. Frank Drabble, son ,of Mr. and Mrs. Drabble, 146, Hough Lane, Wombwell, was killed in action in France on the 20th October.

He joined the Army in April. He was killed at the end of a day of very severe fighting.

He was well known and respected in Wombwell.

From C.W.G.C.:

Private
DRABBLE, F
Service Number 40394
Died 21/10/1918
2nd/4th Bn.
Duke of Wellington’s (West Riding Regiment)

DELSAUX FARM CEMETERY, BEUGNY II. D. 11.