Thomas Howell Brian Griffiths
Thomas Howell Brian Griffiths was generally known as Brian, hence his listing as B Griffiths on the war memorial. He served with the Royal Air Force and was killed in action in April 1944.
The information on Thomas Howell Brian Griffiths has been compiled from a number of sources, including the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, from the South Wales Voice newspaper, and the Parish Burial Register (courtesy of the Swansea Archives).
| Name | Thomas Howell Brian Griffiths |
| Date of Death | 27th April 1944 |
| Place of Death | PLACE |
| Age at Death | 22 |
| Unit and Regiment | Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve; 58 Sqdn. |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Service Number | 1317894 |
| Additional Information | |
| Memorial | RUNNYMEDE MEMORIAL – SURREY UK; Panel 230 |
| Local Memorials | Ystradgynlais War Memorial Cwmtwrch War Memorial, Ebenezer Chapel |
| Family Details | Son of William Pryse Griffiths and Caroline Griffiths of Sketty, Glamorgan |
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B Griffiths To the left is the photograph of T H Brian Griffiths taken from the South Wales Voice newspaper article about his death. |
From the South Wales Voice newspaper, 20th May 1944 :-
SKETTY AIRMAN LOST
Cwmtwrch Connections
The people of Cwmtwrch were deeply grieved to learn of the loss in action of Sergeant Wireless Operator, Brian Griffiths, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Griffiths of Sketty, formerly of this district. It is learnt that his plane was shot down into the sea and he was drowned. Other members of the crew were saved. Brian, who was of a charming disposition, was very popular in Cwmwrch, where he spent many holidays with his relatives. A short while ago he was honoured at a reception concert, which was reported in these columns at the time. After leaving the elementary school, Brian proceeded to Llandovery College and later joined the Swansea staff of Brynhenllys Colliery as an accountant. Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved parents and local relatives.