Matthew Denham

Matthew Denham
Many thanks to Beryl Wilson who has given us access to her grandfather's World War 1 memorabilia. Matthew Denham was born 6 March, 1885. His father was William Denham, 1850 - 1920, and his mother was Elizabeth Taylor Stewardson. Matthew attested 11 December, 1915 and joined the 4th Battalion, Durham Light Infantry, Pte 202611.
Olive Denham, née Kent, Cyril Denham, Matthew Denham and Josephine (Jean) Denham	Birthday cards sent to his daughter Josephine (Jean)
Matthew lived at 2, West Terrace, Aycliffe and worked as a signalman for N.E.R. Matthew had married Olive Mary Kent July 23, 1913. He had 2 children, Josephine Kent Denham, and Cyril Denham. Matthew was posted 10 April, 1917. Matthew received a gun shot wound in his left leg and suffered gas poisoning.

Matthew Denham's paybook
Letter sent by Matthew to his wife	Letter sent by Matthew to his wife
Matthew had 20% disablement. He was discharged 19 March, 1919.
Matthew became an entertainer after the war. His sister suggested his stage name "Matt Vesper".
Matt Vesper on the right	Matt Vesper seated
Matthew died 15 February, 1929.
Olive age 18	Cyril Denham on the right
Olive Denham about 1938	Jean Denham. Cecily Denham, Cyril Denham and Olivia Denham about 1938