1st Battalion, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (British Army)
Date Of Birth:
14/06/1894
Died:
01/07/1916 (Killed in Action)
Age:
22
Summary
Peter Rafferty was a son of Thomas and Ellen Rafferty. He was born on 14th June 1894 in Coalisland, County Tyrone. He was one of at least seven children, all born in Coalisland. The family lived in Coalisland. Peter worked as a labourer in a brick yard. Private Peter Rafferty was serving with the 1st Battalion of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers when he was killed in action on the first day of the Battle of the Somme on 1st July 1916.
Using the D919 from Arras to Amiens you will drive through the villages of Bucquoy, Puisieux then Serre Les Puisieux (approximately 20 kilometres south of Arras). On leaving Serre Les Puisieux, 3 kilometres further along the D919, turn left following the signs for Auchonvillers. At the crossroads in the village centre, follow the signs for 'Newfoundland Park, Beaumont Hamel'. "Y" Ravine Cemetery is located within the Park.
