Jack Lyon
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For the English footballer, see Jack Lyon (footballer). For the Anglican priest, see William John Lyon (priest).
William John Lyon (15 February 1898 – 26 May 1941) was a New Zealand politician of the Labour Party. He was killed in World War II while serving with the 2nd New Zealand Expeditionary Force.
Quick Facts Member of the New Zealand Parliament for Waitemata, Preceded by ...
Jack Lyon | |
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Member of the New Zealand Parliament for Waitemata | |
In office 28 November 1935 – 26 May 1941 † | |
Preceded by | Alexander Harris |
Succeeded by | Mary Dreaver |
Personal details | |
Born | (1898-02-15)15 February 1898 London, United Kingdom |
Died | 26 May 1941(1941-05-26) (aged 43) Crete |
Cause of death | Killed in action |
Political party | Labour |
Spouse | Alice Elizabeth (Alison) Lyon |
Children | 2 |
Military service | |
Branch/service | British Army New Zealand Military Forces |
Years of service | 1915–1919 1939–1941 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | First World War Second World War |
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