James Hardacre KPM
- Died:
- 27 April 1917
- Age:
- 34
- Rank:
- Police Constable
- Force:
- Lancashire Constabulary
- Cause:
- Fire
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
- Gallantry award:
- James Hardacre received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.
Police Memorial Tribute
Killed by an explosion at a fire in a munitions factory at Church when, aware of the grave danger, he courageously remained at the scene, closing a magazine door and attaching a hose to fight the fire. Posthumously awarded the King’s Police Medal for Gallantry.