Husband of Annie Pauline Gee, of East London, Cape Province. From "The Scotsman" 21 October 1916 - Major Harry A Gee, South African Overseas Contingent, died from wounds, was a native of the Springburn district of Glasgow, and a coach builder to trade. He was an enthusiastic volunteer in the city and when he joined the railway service in South Africa, he continued his active interest in military affairs. He was through the South African War, and also served through the campaign in German South-West Africa, after which he was specially selected for overseas service. Shortly after he arrived in Britain he was promoted Major, and second in command of his regiment on active service.
Delville Wood Rollcall (delvillewood.com): confirmed present in the SA Brigade's ranks 14/15 July 1916 -- "Major Harry Herbert Allan GEE, 2nd SAI, D Coy - Killed on the 18th July (Delville Wood Cemetery)"
LG Sup 22 August 1918 - "For distinguished service in the Field and in connection with the campaign in German South-West Africa, 1914-15"
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Commonwealth War Graves Commission
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CWGC: Delville Wood Cemetery, Longueval — South African National Memorial site.
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Delville Wood Rollcall (delvillewood.com)
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Major Harry Herbert Allan GEE, 2nd SAI, D Coy - Killed on the 18th July (Delville Wood Cemetery)
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