Ipswich solicitors Kerseys is today marking the 100th anniversary of the death of its founder’s son, who was killed serving in the First World War.
The firm was established in 1881 by William Edward Kersey, then 21.
He had one son, William Henry Myddelton Kersey, who was set to join the family firm but died aged 24 in the conflict at Passchendaele on October 17, 1917.
Myddelton, as he was known, was killed near Ypres when a stray shell landed in his unit’s dug-out during the early hours of the morning while they slept.
As a mark of respect to Myddelton and others who lost their lives during the conflict, a minute’s silence is being held.
Senior partner Anthony Wooding said: “It’s sad, but also important to be reminded of our long history.
“It helps us to put our difficulties into perspective and recognise the opportunities many of us have today.”
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