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Private Neil Thompson, 201316, was born on 30 June 1884 in Invergordon, Ross & Cromarty. He died on 25 July 1918 in a Rouen hospital as a result of wounds sustained while engaged in active service with the 4th Battalion of the Seaforth Highlanders (Ross-shire Buffs). He is buried at St Sever Cemetery Extension, Rouen, France.
Neil was the third son of Neil and Isabella Thompson and for fourteen years was employed as a house painter in the Scottish highland town of Invergordon. Affectionately known as "Neilly Thompson", he was a distinguished sportsman and was best known for his footballing achievements as goalkeeper for Caledonian F.C., Inverness. During his time at the famous "Caley", Neil was the winner of no less than eleven badges.
Ninety-eight years on from making the supreme sacrifice, we will remember Neil Thompson.
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