George Cross Recipient. In the Great War, his brother Frederick was killed in action in 1918. Joe became disillusioned with life on the farm, and in 1921, he enlisted with the 24th Mounted Brigade, Royal Artillery. He served in several theatres before arriving in India, with the rank of Lance-Sergeant in the early 1930s. On 31st May – 1st June 1935, a huge earthquake struck Quetta in India (now Pakistan), and a survivor was located in the wreckage of a house on the east side of Bruce Road. In order to extricate the man, it was necessary for Joe Lungley to dig to the bottom of a deep hole surrounded and overhung by tottering masonry. This was liable to collapse during any minor shocks, several of which occurred during the rescue work. Lungley showed the greatest zeal and disregard for his own safety, although he was already suffering from a severe foot injury. The man was recovered alive.
George Cross Recipient. In the Great War, his brother Frederick was killed in action in 1918. Joe became disillusioned with life on the farm, and in 1921, he enlisted with the 24th Mounted Brigade, Royal Artillery. He served in several theatres before arriving in India, with the rank of Lance-Sergeant in the early 1930s. On 31st May – 1st June 1935, a huge earthquake struck Quetta in India (now Pakistan), and a survivor was located in the wreckage of a house on the east side of Bruce Road. In order to extricate the man, it was necessary for Joe Lungley to dig to the bottom of a deep hole surrounded and overhung by tottering masonry. This was liable to collapse during any minor shocks, several of which occurred during the rescue work. Lungley showed the greatest zeal and disregard for his own safety, although he was already suffering from a severe foot injury. The man was recovered alive.
Bio by: Paul Barnett
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In Loving Memory of
ALFRED LUNGLEY G.C.
1905 - 1989
LILIAN MAY LUNGLEY
1913 - 2005
Dearly Loved Mum, Dad
Nan & Grandad
Together Forever
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