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Regiment: Essex Regt.
Died: 04 May 1917 aged 20 in France. Killed in action.
Battle: Second Battle of Arras. Cemetery: Athies Communal Cemetery Extension J9
Son of G. W. Taylor, The Red House, Chelmsford, b. 1897.
Upper V—VI. Minor Scholar. School Prefect. Head of House. President of Athletics; XXII Football; XL Cricket. Cadet Officer.
R.M.C. Sandhurst; Essex Regt. 1917.
'Joe Taylor's life was one of splendid progress. He finished his 4.5 years here by being Head of the House for four terms and fourth prefect in the School, he finished his course at Sandhurst by passing out second, and now he has played his part in one of his country's greatest struggles and greatest victories. He truly was a type of those "who soar but never roam," and his unassuming nature, his undaunted perseverance, his generous friendship are an inspiration to cheer those who mourn the loss of an only son and a real friend.' (Malvernian, Jun 1917).