Alexander WAWN was laid to rest at Brighton General Cemetery in 1895 at the age of 20 by Rev Ingles.
At the time of Alexander's passing, WAWN lived in Caulfield.
WAWN was buried in the Baptist section.
Alexander WAWN's grave contains three other burials and features a 672-character headstone inscription.
Adult Tuberculosis & Wasting Diseases (18+)
This individual lived in a time when tuberculosis and wasting diseases were among the most persistent
and debilitating illnesses affecting adults. Conditions such as Phthisis, Consumption and Rheumatic Fever
could slowly erode strength and health over many years, often leaving families with few medical options.
Their story reflects an era when infections that are now treatable posed some of the greatest challenges to
daily life and long‑term survival. Brighton General Cemetery records contain 1237 such deaths.
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Other adult TB/wasting disease deaths in this grave
