Fred Hargreaves, of the 7th Anti-tank Regiment of the NZ Field Artillery, was killed while in position with his guns, which were placed to repel tanks, during a relatively quiet time on the Italian front which they called a "casa" war. This was from the Italian word for house and indicated a stationary, though not necessarily peaceful, persion of battle.
Their guns were high-velocity weapons with little ability to elevate the barrels. They had no defence against German shells from field artillery and mortars, which could be fired from behind cover. As well as Fred Hargreaves, two other anti-tank gunners died on January 7th while their area was shelled "mercilessly" according to their unit's Official History.
HARGREAVES. Gunner Frederick Arthur, killed in action, Middle East, dearly beloved husband of H. M. Hargreaves, Oamaru, and eldest son of Mr and Mrs A. Hargreayes, Caversham; aged 27 years. -Evening Star, 24/1/1944.
FOR KING AND COUNTRY
Gunner Frederick A. Hargreaves, who was killed in action in Italy. He was educated at the Macandrew Road School, and before going overseas was on the staff of Messrs Reid and Gray, Burnside. His wife resides in Oamaru, and his parents, Mr and Mrs A. Hargreaves, at Caversham. -Otago Daily Times, 8/2/1944.
In Memoriam
HARGREAVES. — In ever fond and loving memory of Fred, my, dearly beloved husband, who was killed in action, Italy, January 7, 1944, and now rests in the Military Cemetery, Sangro River. Treasured thoughts of one so dear, Are oft recalled by silent fear.
Sweetest memories, fond and true. Will ever remain, dear Fred, of you.
God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart.
— Inserted by his loving wife, Hazel.
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of our dear son, Gunner Frederick Arthur Hargreaves, killed in action in Italy, January 7, 1944. Interred in the Military Cemetery, Sangro River, Italy.
Not just to-day, but every day. In silence we remember.
— Inserted by his parents, 19 Rutherford street, Caversham.
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of Fred, killed in action In Italy, January 7, 1944.
In the bloom of life death claimed him. In the pride of his manhood days;
None knew him but to love him. None mentioned his name but with praise.
— Inserted by his loving sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Topsy, Bob, and nephew, Brian.
HARGREAVES. — Gunner Frederick Arthur, killed in Italy, January 7, 1944. "Ever remembered.”
— Inserted by his grandmother and aunty Caversham.
HARGREAVES — In loving memory of Fred, killed in action, Italy, January 7, 1944.
The day that we last saw. him He looked so bright and well,
We little thought that when we parted It was our last farewell.
— Inserted by Jim Sandy and Roger.
HARGREAVES. — In proud and loving memory of our son-in-law and brother-in-law, Fred, killed in action, Italy, January 7, 1944.
Deep in our hearts a memory is kept Of one we all loved, but will never forget.
— Inserted, by C. Doran and family. South Oamaru. -Otago Daily Times, 6/1/1945.
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of our dear son. Gunner Frederick Arthur Hargreaves, killed in action in Italy, January 7, 1944. Interred in the Military Cemetery, Sangro River, Italy.
Not just to-day, but every day, In silence, we remember.
— Inserted by his parents, 19 Rutherford street, Caversham.
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of our dear brother, Fred, killed in action in Italy, January 7, 1944.
"His duty nobly done."
— Inserted by Alf. and Jack. -Evening Star, 6/1/1945.
FOR THE EMPIRE’S CAUSE
In Memoriam
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of my dear husband, Gnr. Fred Hargreaves, killed in action, Italy, January 7, 1944.
Just a thought, true and tender. Of one I loved and still remember.
— Inserted by his loving wife Hazel, South Oamaru.
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of Fred, killed in action in Italy. January 7, 1944.
Not just today, But every day, we remember.
— Inserted by his parents, sister, and brothers, 19 Rutherford street, Caversham.
HARGREAVES. — In fond and loving memory of dear Fred, who was killed in Italy, January 7, 1944.
Loving memories, fond and true, Will ever remain, dear Fred, of you.
— Inserted by Agnes, Charlie, and family, Oamaru.
HARGREAVES. — In fond and loving memory of Gunner F. A. (Fred) Hargreaves, killed in action in Italy, January 7, 1944.
— “Ever remembered” by Jim, Sandy, and Roger. -Otago Daily Times, 7/1/1946.
FOR THE EMPIRE’S CAUSE
In Memoriam
HARGREAVES. — In fond and loving remembrance of my dear husband, Gunner Fred Hargreaves, killed in action, Italy, January 7, 1944.
I miss your smiles and kindly ways, With you I spent such happy days;
To have, to love, and then to part Is the saddest story of the human heart.
— Inserted by his loving wife, Hazel.
HARGREAVES. — Gunner Frederick Arthur Hargreaves, killed in action, Sangro River, January 7, 1941. "His duty nobly done.”
— Inserted by his mother and family.
HARGREAVES. — In fond and loving memory of dear Fred, killed in action in Italy on January 7, 1944.
Time passes on, but memories stay As near and dear as yesterday.
— Inserted by Agnes, Charles and family.
HARGREAVES. — In loving memory of Gunner Fred Hargreaves, killed in action, Italy. January 7, 1944.
His warfare o’er, his battle fought, His victory won, though dearly bought,
His fresh young life could not be saved, He slumbers now in a hero’s grave.
— Inserted by his loving sister-in-law, brother-in-law. and nephew, Topsy, Bob and Brian. '
HARGREAVES — In loving memory of Fred killed in action, January 7, 1944.
Duty called him and he was there. To do his bit and do his share;
His heart was good; his spirit brave, His resting place a hero’s grave.
HARGREAVES — In loving memory of Gunner Fred Hargreaves, killed in action, Italy, January 7, 1944.
Just a thought, true and tender, Of one we loved and still remember
— Inserted by Jim, Sandy and Roger. -Otago Daily Times, 7/1/1947.
Oamaru Cemetery.
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