Air Craftsman 2nd Class Arthur James Horrobin, 963047
- Batt -
- Unit - Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
- Section - 22nd Squadron
- Date of Birth -
- Died - 25/08/1940
- Age - 23
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ContributeSource: Leicestershire War Memorials Project. Coalville Times article - Friday 6th September, 1940
Hinckley Aircraftman Killed
Formerly assistant woodwork master at the Hinckley Westfield Modern School, Aircraftman Arthur J. Horrobin, is reported to have been killed as the result of an accident.
He is the second son of Mr and Mrs A. Horrobin, of John Nichols Street, Hinckley, who received a letter expressing the R.A.F. Squadron’s regret and sympathy. Horrobin was 23 years of age, and had recently been home on leave. He met with the accident shortly after he had reported for duty.
Research undertaken and submitted by Andy Murby 14/1/2023
- Conflict - World War II
- Burial Place - Runnymede Memorial, Surrey
