Hi there PaulDo you know how I could go about researching a man who was a Staff Instructor in the Army Gymnastics Staff between 15-19. Gloucestershire Regiment 5172001 - 5239000 Worcestershire Regiment 5239001 - 5328000 Royal Berkshire Regiment 5328001 - 5373000 Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Light Infantry 5373001 - 5429000 The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry 5429001 - 5485000 Hampshire Regiment 5485001 - 5562000 Wiltshire Regiment 5562001 - 5608000 Hi PaulA quick query. Number 1457 I believe. Nikki, this man has some surviving papers which you can access from here: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/search-result/?q=a*+n*+wallace+east+kentNote that these are on Findmypast and so you will need to pay Findmypast to actually view these. This website covers key areas such as history, battalions, colonels, emblems and badges, regimental colours . Is that 3rd batalion?Kind regardsRobert, Hi Paul,I'm trying to find some more information about Arthur Smith, Rifle Brigade, 6726,POW. Website. . General Service Hat. Here are some sample army service numbers and corresponding joining dates for regular soldiers enlisting with the Gloucestershire Regiment between July 1881 and August 1914. Private Harold Sissons, Service No. Re John Killen if you can find him on https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/ or in medal rolls then I could certainly help, but this would be a research project. However, a soldier could be transferred very quickly after joining a corps or regiment. www.r-s-bedachungen-gun.de. From researching I believe his service no is 2220.I believe he was still married to Mary when he married Margaret as I can find no death certificate for her.Any further information on Henry I would appreciate.Mary Scanlon. Illustrations are by well-known artists depicting battle scenes including each VC-winning action - apart from Leefe's zeppelin. I discovered that he was taken as a prisoner of war at the battle of Hulluch, but am unsure of where he was taken. Free shipping for many products! The genealogist has also indexed these. Volunteers, 1904 - 1906, and as acting squadron sergeant major with the Worcestershire Yeomanry, 1906 - 1915. During the First World War, members of the Regiment were awarded nine Victoria Crosses, 70 Distinguished Service Orders(and 12 bars), 288 Military Crosses(and 36 bars), 227 Distinguished Conduct Medals(and 8 bars). the-gloucestershire-regiment-regimental-special-british-soldier-in-the-20th-century-s 2/10 Downloaded from old.ijm.org on March 3, 2023 by guest I've been researching Wife Grace McLeod. ).Best regards,Scott. Thanks Paul,I appreciate your quick reply. I am working on a family tree in ancestry.com and will put everything in there to be shared.Sue Stone (nee Hunter). You'll appreciate that John Davis is a very common name, hence the need for as much information as you can muster.Paul, Dear Paul,I am trying to investigate the history of my grandfather Lt. Llewelyn Roberts, who was in the 11th Battalion of the South Wales Borderers, which I understand were formed at Brecon on 5 December 1914,by the Welsh National Executive Committee, (David Lloyd George) and disbanded in France on 27 February 1918. I have a lot of photographs and army postcards.Can you help please? ).Once again, many thanksBrian, This post will look at numbering in the regular battalions of the Worcestershire Regiment between 1881 and 1914. There is a good chance that he continued to serve after the vital 1921 cut-off date for records and that his service record is still held by the Ministry of Defence. So my research was following the wrong man. Rifle Brigade http://www.londonwarmemorial.co.uk/view_profile.php?id=37131&limit=20&offset=0&sort=&a=Lived%2FBorn%20In&f=james&s=Rampton&r=Rank&u=Unit&b=&d=Date%20Of%20Death#sthash.qrg0aJsg.uIg0OhzE.dpbsNo age at date of death (and we do not have a date of birth as he wasn't listed on the census showing your=ngest chld born 1897. In 1870, this qualifying period was reduced to 18 years. Looks as though the battalion is the 11th County of London, and I have a name for the officer who was in the London Regt so it looks as though it is coming together.Re Twitter, I think just jump in with both feet. Pagination. Any information would be greatfully received.RegardsMike, Hi Paul. Could you possibly help me with the research of my great grand father. Hence trying to check if my . http://grandeguerre.icrc.org/, Thanks Paul, didn't know that site existed, some great information, Good afternoon Paul, I am researching my great granddad war history.I was told the following:First name(s) SelwynLast name RatledgeService number 316754, 651957Rank PrivateCorps Northumberland Fusiliers, Labour CorpsService record Soldier Number: 316754, Rank: Private, Corps: Northumberland FusiliersService record 2 Soldier Number: 651957, Rank: Private, Corps: Labour CorpsWhat I would like to know what battalion was he with when in service please, Paul316754 looks like a TF number to me: 21st Provisional Battalion, later 35th Battalion. Industry. To join them or review events. Many thanks for any help you can give. I am interested in discovering which Battalion he actually joined / served with but his service record is not available (destroyed). Alexander Reid, 9th (TF) Battalion. Re Edward Broderick, I don't believe a service record survives. the end of the war another fourteen battalions had been raised for a total of twenty-two of which twelve went on active service. His research has enabled me to Service number: 7998. I also have a record of his belonging returned to his sister following his death in 1904. I recently came into possession of a Service Bible relating to James Arthur Cotterill, Regimental Number 32321. Hi, I am trying to research my Grandfather, Thomas Richardson. Tony, please drop me a line to paulcanixon@gmail.com. He married Sarah Ann O'Neill Aug 6, 1885 at St. Andrews in Dublin Ireland. I have no references at all for my grandfather's enlistment, his number was 10944 which would give his enlistment around 23/12/1907 (he did say he joined up because he couldn't face another winter picking sprouts! Shown as 20/05/1916 30 Div . Thanks, Mick Gookey (ps see THE GOOKEY SURNAME on facebook for other research to GOOKEYs in WW1), Have you checked the ICRC website? Re William Hunter born 1907, his records will still be with the MoD. You have completely missed the whole point of the blog. At least I now have a first name for him.Regards,Scott. If you want me to undertake paid research, please follow the instructions on the RESEARCH tab. Allan Matthew Hauxwell, I know he served in the Durham Light Infantry, his service number is listed as 7440. Poole, with many others were killed. Page 1 of 500. That rules out the man of the same name I saw with Boer War service wih this regiment then. Thank you, Hello sir, looking for info on lance corporal c steele 4423 durham light infantry and in particular was he a deserter? can find out more information, I'll be happy to pass this on. Re Lance-Corporal Frederick Lascelles Brown try running some searches on my British Army Ancestors website here: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/, @K re your 16th December comment, do have a look at mt British Army Ancestors website and in particular the opening paragraph on the About page: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/about-us/, Hi, we are trying to find information about the photo that was posted on this page of your blog. He was in the MGC & his number was 22617. Appendices provide the Roll of Honour; Honours and Awards including Mention in Despatches, with date of Gazette (for Companion' of the British Empire read Commander'); details of Badges, Colours and Distinctions of the regiment; and the music for regimental marches. pinpoint where my great grandfather was KIA and for this I owehim a great Ive found the service record for one of the other two, Private George William Port (it is listed as Pte G. Part), and in his service record it has him being reported as dangerously ill from Malaria on 24th September, 1917, so Id assume J. This man has surviving papers which you can download provided you pay Findmypast: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/search-result/?q=chapman+323023, Hello Paul,I would just like to say thank you for your time in finding out what happened to my great-great-grandfather. 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011. Glenn Jackson, It was my pleasure to help you, Glenn. There is a militia record for a 7687 Pte Ernest Walker on FMP who transferred to the regular army. My grandfather James Francis Burke 9331, 2nd bttn Worcester regiment was a regular before WW1. Military career Myles was deployed with the 8th (Service) Battalion, Welsh Regiment, British Army, attached to 9th (Service) Battalion, Worcestershire Regiment. Were they also part of the 38th Welsh Division formed by Prime minister David Lloyd George? Many Thanks Pam, You need to contact he MoD, Pam. Hello Paul.I have found some records for ,y grandfather. His surname was Conliffe and he was in the Cheshire Regiment and I am afraid thats all we have. Notes. Find a stables in Worcestershire on Gumtree, the #1 site for Stuff for Sale classifieds ads in the UK. They were both named Charles Flynn. Search for these on Ancestry and search for service records on Ancestry and Findmypast. Nr then . From there I'm not sure what transpired. For the reunion photos by year click on the date below: Hello,I am trying to source any additional info on Edward Broderick ( also recorded as Edward George) He was a member of 2nd Batt Connaught Rangers Private 5259. If you have a specific query please drop me a line at the address above and I'll tell you whether I can help or not. Numbers issued from about 1912 appear with the 4/ prefix: 507 joined on the 17th June 1908 826 joined on the 28th April 1909 1138 joined on the 6th May 1910 1313 joined on the 13th January 1911 4/1477 joined on the 15th January 1912 52549.Your help will be greatly appreciated.Dave. Please drop me a line to paulcanixon@yahoo.co.uk and I'll get back to you. etc. His service number for example was 6, but I have found another record that looks like the same man with a service record of 10129 so i think he was renumbered as part of Kitchener's new army? Totally Free Below is a list of Worcestershire Regiment records and documents which are held at the PRO Kew. I welcome insights about regimental numbering but I do not have time to respond to individual research queries here. and that his number was 4134. 1st Worcestershire Regiment - T/Lieutenant Colonel 23rd Brigade - Temporary Brigadier General 204992204993204994204995 Service Awards The British War Medal The 1914 Star The Allied Victory Medal Clasp to the 1914 Star 67913 Gallantry Awards & Honors 2778277927802781278227832784278527862787 Foreign Decorations & Awards Medal Rank Battalion Awarded When available photos, family and other details may be included. Regiment/Corps. He joined in 1917 and went out to France in April 1918, and I know much about the battle in which he went missing, presumed killed, but I can't identify which trench he would have been in unless I can find out his company. Where would I find that kind of record? We have done some research into his Military history, but have no idea who he was. Many years ago (late 70s, early 80s) my dad worked on a local Sydney council, and one day he came home with a WWI 1914/15 star medal he found with some rubbish he was clearing up. In an effort to preserve the history of these officer, this website is now building up a record of all the Battalion Commanders. I will be getting replacement medals and need to know if the first or the last number would be on the medals or both ? Hi PaulHow would I find out which company of he 1/4th East Yorkshire Regiment my ancestor was in? I'm sure I will learn very quickly. We know he was wounded in 1914 at Aisne or Marne. Entdecke Das Worcestershire-Regiment (berhmte Regimenter) in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! But please see the RESEARCH tab on this blog. RESEARCH "Paul's service was fast, efficient and brilliant. Similar Traffic Stats. He possibly worked in a coal mine before enlisting - maybe 1904? Thank you especially for your I've seen that he served in the East Kent Regiment (Buffs) Not sure of any other informationKind regardsNikki. The regiment maintained its additional two battalions after the war with South Africa had ended and thus went to war with Germany in 1914 with four regular battalions. service was fast, efficient and brilliant. Thanks for your help.I may be back in touch later on for further in/research that you do.Nick, Hi Paul I am hoping you can help me I am trying to trace as much information about my great granddad but have no family to help me. Did men who transferred into the regular forces keep their old no or get a new one. Hello Paul,Great site thank you!My Grandfather was P/2917 L/Cpl HEBDEN, Christopher. Is there a way to clarify this please? In 1751 regiments were given numbers, and the Regiment was numbered 29. His name is Harry Burney Eagles and I cannot find any records of him anywhere. I understand that these barracks were platooned by the Royal Welsh Light (dragoons) of which James was. Worcestershire Regiment (29th/36th of Foot) Global rank 823 835; Daily visitors-Daily pageviews-Pageviews per user: 0: Rating; Status: Online: Latest check: . Regimental number series. Thank you for any help.Kind regardsTony. The 3rd Battalion was raised on the 14th February and the 4th Battalion on the 10th March. Between 1st July 1881 and 24th August 1891, the regiment recruited just 2991 men, an annual average of 294 men per annum. He's Tom Earnest Abson, Manchester Regiment no. Paul offers a great service.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.DM, David, many thanks; I was pleased to be able to assist you.Paul, Hi Paul,Interesting blog! Visit the RESEARCH tab on this blog. Hi PaulI'm trying to find some information about my Great Grandfather Albert Napier Wallace, born 1886 (thereabouts) in Gillingham, Kent. Anonymous - Re John HorriganPlease check this website: http://grandeguerre.icrc.org/. Any help on where I should start looking would be appreciated, Hi Paul,I am researching my family tree.A relation of mine married Henry Knowland in Spring Hill, Riverstown, Cork in 1902. (i.e. Worcestershire Regiment: 37473: Private [1] Worcestershire Regiment 37473 Private [2] Army Service Corps M/395216 Private : Link: 47899: Wadams, William N: Worcestershire Regiment: 38248: Private--Link: 47900: Waddell, George: Worcestershire Regiment: 61973: Gunner [1] Royal Garrison Artillery 133292 Gunner [2] Worcestershire Regiment 61973 . CLICK HERE. You'll need to check the casualty lists James. Kings Royal Rifle Corps R-8493 and Devonshire Regiment 54781.ThanksHelen. Nevertheless it would be possible to work out date of joining and dates of transfer. A Good Ox & Bucks, later Worc's Regiment group. I have records of both his King & Queens medals from the Second Boer War. Hi Paul,I am desperately trying to find information on my Grandfather who served in the Coldstream Guards during WW2. 17th (Service) Battalion 25 May 1918: the 1st Provisional Garrison Guard Bn of the Labour Corps joined 176th Brigade in 59th (2nd North Midland) Division. any more info is appreciated, especially a photo since we cant find one, hi Paul, I am looking for information on two Sherwood Foresters from world war 2. the first is Thomas Bell the second is Robert (Bob)Perry 4618520. If you have an interesting photo relating to the Worcestershire Regiment and would like to submit a copy to this website then simply CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS. I was very impressed with your knowledge, professionalism and the amount of information you found. We would love to find out more about this soldier, and also to try and solve the mystery of how it came into my grandparents possession. If you could add anything to this it would be much appreciated. Warriors United Kingdom The LSGC was awarded for 18 years' service and so if you know when he was awarded the decoration, you can count back 18 years. He was born in Birmingham Midlands. I don't really no much else about his life before he married my great grandmother.Regards Tracy Brook, Tracy, you will need to contact the MoD. His Army Number is 12398, and he enlisted about 28 November 1914, and he was assigned to the 13th Bn.If you can help me with and other information, I would be much obliged.Terry Whittaker, Hello Terry, this man does have surviving papers. 1900-1902 Boer War I know he fought at Mametz Wood, but not much more. Bond, regimental number 16478, Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry.Obviously Im not related to him, but would like to find out what ever I can about him. If you can find us any information it would be greatly appreciated. Please ping me at paulcanixon@gmail.com, Dave. A people will follow you if they feel you have something to say - or if they feel they want to say soemthing to you.Paul, Thanks for the understanding and of course I will continue to engage. Cherry on the cake would be if you could perhaps find any war diary entries to show his movements in Africa and/or France.Cheers, Keith. Poole. Gloucestershire Regiment 5172001 - 5239000 Worcestershire Regiment 5239001 - 5328000 Royal Berkshire Regiment 5328001 - 5373000 Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Light Infantry 5373001 - 5429000 The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry 5429001 - 5485000 Hampshire Regiment 5485001 - 5562000 Wiltshire Regiment 5562001 - 5608000 I have broken the numbers up with commas to make them easier to read. If your soldier has a seven-digit number (not including any prefixes) he was serving when these numbers were issued in 1920 or at a later date. Here is what I have:Name - Leslie Fotherby Dixon, born Leeds, Yorkshire 1890-03-14Served - 1914 until 1919-03-14Rank - SergeantRegiment - Household Cavalry and Cavalry of the LineRegimental # - 260003Sub Unit - Corps of Hussars. Regimental numbering sequences between 1881 and 1918. The 33rd Division was an infantry division of the British Army that was raised in 1914, during the First World War.The division was raised from volunteers for Lord Kitchener's New Armies, that was originally made up of infantry battalions raised by public subscription or private patronage. However, I can see that he was also registered as formerly Regimental Number 32420, North Staffs Regt. The Worcestershire Regiment lost some 10,000 men during the conflict. Family folkore says he signed up underage, so may well have been born post 1897.The London War Memorial online site gives quite a bit of information about the circumstances in which they each died.Perhaps you can let us know whether you can help us find out mnore (and if so, what sort of information and cost estimate) or point us in the right direction to uncover military records etc. Again father unknown, his birth certificate says illegitimate. Their job was to take the north-west side of Geilenkirchen to cover the left flank and support the Americans. Hi Paul,I am currently researching my great grandfather Private John Horrigan for a history project at my school.
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