Hi, i'm looking for any additional information regarding my G-Grandfather Henry (Harry) Albert Parsons. He was a coalminer and signed up after the war had begun, served in an infantry regiment and was demobbed in 1919.Is that enough to search? Attention is paid to minor actions such as trench raids, which usually find no place in compressed official histories; they are recorded in this history. These were gleaned from his post WW1 medal papers, his marriage certificate and his childrens baptism records, however as I can find no service records for WW1 I suspect they were unfortunately destroyed. There would have been paperwork generated for this enlistment and if it survives it will be in WO 97 (assuming he joined before 1913) which can be searched on Findmypast. Hi Paul, I am researching my Great Grandfather - 18955 Private John Ashton, West Yorkshire Regiment, who was KIA at the Bluff on 2nd March 1916 whilst seconded to the 17th Division Trench Mortars. He was 21 born 1891 in Newport wales. Hazel, please drop me a line. 1939-1947 WW 2 I also have a record of his belonging returned to his sister following his death in 1904. Since the Worcestershire Regiment was raised in 1694 there has been many fine commanding officer. 1900-1902 Boer War Ok, thanks Chris. Hi there, I'm doing some research on a family member who was killed in action on 16/05/1915. I was wondering if there was a way to get further info on the facts of the medal. ", Worcestershire My question is would have they allowed him to join up in 1891 aged 16. Almost certainly it would be the first number only, but the medal index card/medal roll/s would confirm this. 9,460 officers and men gave their lives, 71 Battle Honours were awarded and eight VCs one of whom, attached to the RFC, was the airman Leefe Robinson, famous for shooting down a zeppelin. I have a lot of photographs and army postcards.Can you help please? Any information would be welcome, thanks. I found it interesting that my great grandmother was listed only on the 1911 census as a "boarder" and listed as Roman Catholic while the rest of the family was Presbyterian. Do you know approximately when he was born? Seales was commissioned Second Lieutenant in the 6th Battalion, Gloucestershire Regiment in May 1915, and attached to the 4th Battalion, Nigeria Regiment for service as part of the West African . We unlock funded resource and put in place mentoring, study support, specialist support and assistive technologies to enhance the experience . Please drop me a line and include known or approximate years of birth or dates of service. Re CSM Laughton, I am afraid I do not know the answer to that, Pieter. WW2 Stories of veterans Re Albert Napier Wallace. Is there any way of someone identifying the uniform. Hi PaulI started researching my family and I have very little information to work with. the end of the war another fourteen battalions had been raised for a total of twenty-two of which twelve went on active service. 1845-1846 Sutlej Hi i am trying to find out about my grandfather who enlisted under age. I'm sure I will learn very quickly. Listed as Serjeantextract from date of death 31-08-16 @ https://firstworldwaronthisday.blogspot.co.uk/search?q=31%2F08%2F1916 under first Thiepval Memorial listing (245 fallen) -SR/3564 Serjeant THOMAS RAMPTON "B" Coy. Thanks Kind Regards Michael Lindsay. His surname was Conliffe and he was in the Cheshire Regiment and I am afraid thats all we have. many who fought for our country but who was dear to those left behind. The man far left is James Goodson and you can read about him here: http://worldwar1veterans.blogspot.com/2011/11/james-goodson.html. to determine parameters for when your own Worcestershire Regimentancestor Thank you for any help.Kind regardsTony. Oh dear, Charlie. I managed to find his name and other particulars on WW1 Service Medal and Award Rolls, but little else. Private Herbert Thomas Beard served with the 1st Battalion Worcestershire Regtiment in the Boer War in South Africa in 1900. 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. Website. Many nicknames were used by successor regiments (following renaming or amalgamation). 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. If you could help me in any way I would be most appreciative. Visit the RESEARCH tab on this blog. he was in the duke of cornwalls. 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. RESEARCH "Paul's service was fast, efficient and brilliant. This method of naming regiments led to confusion, as regiments were re-named with each Colonel, and it was possible for more than one Colonel, and therefore more than one regiment, to have the same name. Prior to the start of the Great War, 2nd Lieutenant GD Slaughter of the 2nd Battalion was one of the first members of the British Army to attend, and qualify from, a Vickers Gun course run "Pauls The only thing we know is he left as a Lance corporal.Lance corporal Frederick lascelles brown. 14th May 2011 at Kidderminster. Luckily, the surname is not common and that's always a boon in family history research.Paul. Do you have his regimental number on any of the cards? Born 1907 in Dunfermline to Janet Hunter, same mother as Alexander despite the 20yr age gap. On John and Sarah's marriage certificate entry it states his parents as Thomas and Jane Killen (dead) and Sarah O'Neill parents as Michael and Kate O'Neill. First World War research. General Service Hat. Re 9666 Farrington, you can search for this man on my British Army Ancestors webiste: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/, Re 7440 Hauxwell; Ashley you can download his record from Findmypast. He was a reservist who was called back to the colours in 1914 and survived the retreat from Mons. 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. Age: 31. With 2nd Battalion Black Watch - the birthplace and date match up.I have found a medal card for him with the service number 6. 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. 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! Records include details of Service, Medals, Gallantry Awards, Assignments as well as details of rank. Re 1/4th East Yorks, your best hope will be if he appears on an International Red Cross 'missing' list as these often give company details. In fact, there are over 43,000 Worcestershire Regiment pension and service records (for this regiment - and its antecedents) in various War Office series held at the National Wilson 274na follower Higit pang impormasyon Army Service Numbers 1881-1918: Worcestershire Regiment - regular battalions - 188. See http://armyservicenumbers.blogspot.com/p/research.html, hi, im looking for my 2nd great grandfather robert whanslaw. where mapped hill numbers were contested. James was wounded (approx 1902) at Koster River, South Africa during the Second Boer War. Google Irish Guards Archive. Hi Paul, A difficult one. by Dennis Hodgkins MA, This unique book tells the first hand stories of men who served with the Worcestershire Regiment in WW2. Fred Harwood603. Any advice on how I can gather information. Name: Joseph Harris Gender: Male Rank: Pte Record Type: Disability Residence Place: Smethwick, B'ham Military Service Region: Midlands, England Service Number: 51953 Corps, Regiment or Unit: Worcestershire Regiment Service Branch: Military (Army) Title: WWI Pension Record Cards and Ledgers Description: Pension Record Ledger Reference Number: 6 . That rules out the man of the same name I saw with Boer War service wih this regiment then. What was Intresting about him was he joined the Juke of Cornwalls light Infrenty in 1891 aged 16yrs old. Hello Paul - I am doing some WW1 research on my grandfather Stanley Riccalton who was from Wallsend-on- Tyne and the only record can find for someone of that name is in the Dorsetshire regiment number 28111. Some 65 years later the diary was found by the grandson of Horst Kallmeyer whilst clearing out his grandparents apartment. ?I think he was in Sialkot, India - found a record in the military census of 1911. . 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. Hi Paul, trying to trace any additional military service information on Arthur Thomas Taylor, 2nd Battalion, Ox & Buck, reg number 8967. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Worcestershire Regiment, British Army Leather Keychain at the best online prices at eBay! Were they also part of the 38th Welsh Division formed by Prime minister David Lloyd George? We have several squad photos - might even have your chap on them ! Thank you, Ashley. Illustrations are by well-known artists depicting battle scenes including each VC-winning action - apart from Leefe's zeppelin. it seems likely that he followed his brother Maurice Lloyd into the 121st royal field artillery (38th welsh) in the later part of world war one. I am by know means an expert on these matters. I'm trying to find any other details on the Black Watch claim. 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. Hi PaulA quick query. 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. 1948-1970. I've been researching It reads "See or Sec No 1-329 RFA Gnr 2229, also Durham LI , 44720 France 19/10/15.James P REID.Best regards,Julia, Paul,Are you able to find pictures? The Long Service & Good Conduct (LSGC) medal was instituted in 1830 during the reign of King William IV. Veterans and guests of the 1st Battalion, N. W. Europe(1944-45) met for their last annual reunion dinner on Sat. Or is it possible he lied abt his age? M.T.A.I.C.Floriana MaltaThe photo is of him beside a truckI am trying to figure out where he is from. Warriors United Kingdom Frank, I'd need to research him. 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. uncovered would have taken me ages to discover. His year Of Birth was 1898 and he was aged 19 on his date of death, which was 12 Oct 1917 . Do you think you would be able to trace anything even a military number. and in 2020 its numbers will have fallen to 82,000, a poor reward, one would have thought, for all past endeavours. Ill just work on my twitter construction.I'm pleased you have found a name for the man. Is it possible to tell shich RAMC unit he served with?Regards,Cliff, CliffThanks for posting. It won't costyou the odds either. record. 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 DAS WORCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT Im Grossen Krieg Kapitn Stacke 1928 1. Thanks, Mick Gookey (ps see THE GOOKEY SURNAME on facebook for other research to GOOKEYs in WW1), Have you checked the ICRC website? The Worcestershire Regimental Archives hold extensive records and other material which could help anyone researching their ancestors who served with the regiment. 5 Division 95 Infantry Brigade Gloucestershire Regiment 12th (Service) (Bristol) Battalion, Brigade Machine Gun Company and Brigade . Number Block. 1.92K / 7.67K. The Naval & Military Press has re-published, The Worcestershire Regiment in The Great War, "Arguably the finest regimental history even written. [1] Worcestershire Regiment 5651 Private [2] Devonshire Regiment 1528 Private [3] Worcestershire Regiment 242012 Private [4] Royal Engineers 499942 Private [5] Royal Engineers WR10499 Private : Link: 30182: Manley, William J: Worcestershire Regiment: 260295: Private [1] Worcestershire Regiment 260295 Private [2] Labour Corps 510297 Private . Hi Paul,I recently came across some information on my great grandfather, David Walker. Thanks for your help Paul. i have not been able to find anything yet on the available websites, please can u point me in the right direction. Would love to know if the two service numbers are the same man? RFC men Chelsea Pensioners Battalion Commanders Absent Voters Lists HISTORY Timeline 29th History 1694 to 1750 Farrington Documents 1694-1710 Brabant 1705 Barcelona 1705 Ramillies 1706 1751 to 1799 Belle-Isle 1761 Boston Massacre 1770 Bangalore 1791 1st June 1794 1800 to 1840 Rolica 1808 Vimiera 1808 Talavera 1809 This is a 1st LTD Edition book from 1928. The original medal rolls should indicate the particular TF unit he was serving with. I have his Service number 199 from when he was awarded the Volunteer long Service Medal. I'm not sure how soon after they married, they ended up in Hamilton Barracks in Edinborough as their daughter (my great grandmother's birth certificate states her name Margaret Ann Killen b Nov 29/1888 at Hamilton signed William G.T. A source, date, and location would be appreciated. This section gives details the history of the barracks from 1874 to 1990. 1 Co of LY 226 and 301Previous Units - 1 Co of LY Sgt 2658John Bowen john.gordon.bowen@gmail.com, Hello Paul,I wonder if you can help me solve two puzzles about my grandfather? There was, and still is probably, a Royal Marines barracks at Deal.Paul. Royal Army Service Corps. Sunday, 31st October 1914 was a fine sunny day. Hi Paul thanks for your quick reply. hi Paul I'm trying to find some information about my Grandfather Thomas Kavanagh and his brothers who fought in WW1. This comment has been removed by the author. The number is too long to be a regimental number for the Royal Irish Regiment (or potentially Royal Irish Rifles) and neither does the number 682281 return any results in the WO 100 medal rolls, I'm afraid. His grandson was in contact with you on 12 October 2016 at 20:01. I'm happy to research any possible london/home counties written records myself if you could point me in the right direction. There are no remarks and no info on which theatre of war he went. From his record, it looks like he was discharged on 20/9/17. 52549.Your help will be greatly appreciated.Dave. From June 1952 to . He reached the rank of Sergeant in the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment - The Sherwood Foresters. Amalgamated in 1970 from the Worcestershire Regiment and the Sherwood Foresters Regiment, the WFR served Worcestershire, Cheshire, Derbyshire, Herefordshire, and Nottinghamshire, in the Midlands of England. 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! Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for The Worcestershire Regiment Brass Button, FIRM, King's Crown, 25.5 mm, JR Gaunt at the best online prices at eBay! All best Tony, Have a look at this link, Tony, and in particular the card for John F Jones who was a TF man with two numbers: https://www.longlongtrail.co.uk/soldiers/how-to-research-a-soldier/campaign-medal-records/how-to-interpret-a-campaign-medal-index-card/, That's great cheers Paul and thanks again.Take careTony, Good Evening, looking for info on William S Hutchins RN 203247, Middlesex Rgmt 5418, RFC 78914. Thanks. 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. William Hunter. Best of all was the written file that contained his story from start to sad ending and considered conclusions. which, amongst other things, carries a complete roll of honour for Worcestershire Regiment men between 1808 and 1960! I don't know that there is anything I can help you with over and above this but do let me know if that is not the case.Paul. Please note that all Second World War and post 1920 service record enquiries should be addressed straight to the MoD which still holds the records. Totally Free Some 20 Military Medals were awarded to the rank and file. The Worcestershire Regiment was a line infantry regiment in the British Army, . British regimental number research. Can I find his 'wounded records' online? Hi, I am trying to research my Grandfather, Thomas Richardson. Kings Royal Rifle Corps R-8493 and Devonshire Regiment 54781.ThanksHelen. The regiment started numbering from 1 from 1st July July 1881. Again father unknown, his birth certificate says illegitimate. Ben, thank you for taking the time and trouble to say so; it was my pleasure to be able to help you. Our family didnt really know much about him and I was hoping to find out more many thanks, Kevin, Hallo Paul,I am trying to find information about my grandfather Patrick Quinn's WW1 service record. 1st VSC: numbers within the range 6693 to 6855, 2nd VSC: numbers within the range 6808 to 6878. full report costs from 50. If you want me to undertake paid research, please follow the instructions on the RESEARCH tab. 1951-1952 Malaya You need top contact the MoD. Simon, it was my pleasure to help you, thanks for posting this comment. Thank you, Hello sir, looking for info on lance corporal c steele 4423 durham light infantry and in particular was he a deserter? Best Regards, Tony. Recruiting in the Worcestershire Regiment was a slow and often tedious affair in the 1880s. I am looking for information regarding my Grand Father Andrew J Farrington Service number 9666 who served in the RDF or the Connaught Rangers during WWIIs there a data base or data that you can point me to Thank you. The veterans relive their experiences and lucky escapes as they recall the years they fought across Europe. Free shipping for many products! I also have a copy of his death certificate from India.I wonder if there are attestation or service records pertaining to this Private that have survived or have I seen all that is possible. He was with Regiment 3,3rd Battalion Scottish Rifles, Regimental Number 5657. However I have his service numbers and am surprised to find he served in Royal Welsh Fusiliers - he came from West Yorks! Thanks Chris. In an effort to preserve the history of these officer, this website is now building up a record of all the Battalion Commanders. I am trying to find photos of him and his battalion? British regimental number research. I am doing some research into 8471 L/Cpl Ernest Walker 2nd Royal Berks who was KIA on 1/7/1916. If you want me to undertake paid research, please follow the instructions on the RESEARCH tab. I also have Alan Grint's excellent The Faith and Fire within".I am seeking 2 things:A group photo of the Hexham (A company) and Corbridge (E Company) 1/4th NF (Territorials). We have done some research into his Military history, but have no idea who he was. They lived in Cork city and had a family. As part of 214 Brigade they were the first British troops to fight on German soil. Charles Rampton (G/9645 on Thiepval), 1st Bn Middlesex Regiment, date of death 14-08-16 Info on London War memorialExtract from date of death 14-08-16 @ https://firstworldwaronthisday.blogspot.co.uk/2016/08/636-died-on-this-day-mon-14081916.html under Thiepval Memorial -G/9645 Private CHARLES RAMPTON 1st Bn.
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