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Marion Brown

1880 – 1915

New Zealand nurse

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About Marion Brown

Lived 1880 – 1915 (aged 35). Marion Brown was a New Zealand nurse.

Marion Sinclair Brown (6 October 1880 – 23 October 1915) was a New Zealand nurse who served in the First World War and died in the sinking of the SS Marquette in 1915.

Early life Brown was born in Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire, Scotland to John and Maggie Brown. The Browns emigrated with five children to the small town of Waimatuku, Southland, New Zealand, where they went on to have a further 10 children. Brown initially worked as a domestic servant in Thornbury, but moved to Riverton in 1908 to train as a nurse. Once qualified, Brown worked in Palmerston North and then in Waimate.

First World War

In June 1915 Brown enlisted in the New Zealand Army Nursing Service, and was immediately posted overseas.

Brown is named on the Mikra British Cemetery in Greece and in the Five Sisters window at York Minster in York, England.

Brown was entitled to three medals for her service during the First World War: the 1914-1915 Star, the British War Medal and the Victory Medal.

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Awards
British War Medal; Victory Medal (United Kingdom); 1914–15 Star
Also known as
Marion Sinclair Brown

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Marion Brown?

New Zealand nurse (1880–1915)

When was Marion Brown born?

Marion Brown was born on 6 October 1880 in Lesmahagow.

When did Marion Brown die?

Marion Brown died on 23 October 1915 in Mediterranean Sea.

What was Marion Brown's occupation?

Marion Brown was a nurse.

What nationality was Marion Brown?

Marion Brown was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marion Brown

· Wikidata: Q24846089

· DBpedia: Marion Brown (nurse)

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