Charles Frederic (Charlie) Chopin (1899–1918)
In the sad news that has come to Mr. F. Chopin, Public School, Shellharbour, we extend our sincere sympathy, for on Monday night he received word his son Charlie, had paid the supreme sacrifice, dying from wounds in France.
Some three days previously, word came through that he was wounded, and it was hoped happier news would supposedly follow.
The brave young soldier who has died for his country, was but a lad, who had not long passed his 18th birthday. From 16 he was worrying to get away to do his bit.
Those who know and liked him as a laddie in Shellharbour, will share the sorrow that has come to Mr. Chopin, who during the years spent at the school has earned the esteem of the children and the respect and regard of the community who also honour him for the interest and hard work he has put into patriotic projects.
Original publication
Additional Resources
- World War I service record, item B2455, CHOPIN C F G, National Archives of Australia
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Chopin, Emilie Sara (mother)
- Chopin, Frederic Charles (father)
- Chopin, Rose Lena (stepmother)
- Chopin, Frederick Arthur (brother)
- Chopin, Colin Hue-Kane (brother)
- Chopin, Bertille Zita (sister-in-law)
- Chopin, Mary Florence (sister-in-law)
- Chopin, Charles Michel (grandfather)
- Chopin, Frederic Mackenna (nephew)
- Chopin, Venie (cousin)
- Chopin, Mary Greer (cousin)
Citation details
'Chopin, Charles Frederic (Charlie) (1899–1918)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/chopin-charles-frederic-charlie-19446/text30851, accessed 16 April 2024.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
14 May,
1899
Candelo,
New South Wales,
Australia
Death
3 October,
1918
(aged 19)
Joncourt near Peronne,
Picardie,
France
Cause of Death
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