David McIlree was listed on Panel Two of the World War One memorial in Coagh Orange Hall to those who served. He was one of eight brothers who served, four of whom were listed on the memorial. David was born in 1879 in the Coagh area. He served many years in the army, being through the South African War. Lance Corporal David McIlree served with the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers in World War One. Private Andrew McIlree was discharged from the army in February 1919, aged 39.