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LORD ASHCROFT: Shortly after the outbreak of the First World War in August 1914, Peachment tried to enlist, but was turned away as too young after giving his real date of birth.
Project remembers Manchester students who died in the world wars Two students from Manchester have created a website which tells the stories of 24 men from the University’s St Anselm Hall who lost their lives during the two world wars. Founded in 1907, St Anselm Hall is a traditional hall of residence with a rich history. It started life as a place of accommodation for young men studying Theology, and was formally acquired by the University in 1956. The hall’s chapel contains several war memorials, but nothing was known about the names on them - it was felt that the stories of these men should be researched and made public as a tribute to their sacrifice.