David Railton
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The Reverend David Railton MC (13 November 1884 – 30 June 1955) was a Church of England clergyman, a military chaplain and the originator of the idea of the Tomb of The Unknown Warrior in Britain.[2]
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Born | (1884-11-13)13 November 1884 |
Died | 30 June 1955(1955-06-30) (aged 70) |
Nationality | British |
Education | Keble College, Oxford Bishop's Hostel, Liverpool |
Occupation(s) | Clergyman, Military chaplain |
Spouse | Ruby Marion Wilson[1] |
Children | One son and four daughters, including Dame Ruth Railton |
Parent(s) | George Scott Railton Marianne Deborah Lydia Ellen Parkyn |
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