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Name:
Peter Vile
Email:
padvile@btinternet.com
Date:
11 Sep 2002

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STOP PRESS: This site is run from CANADA by ONE MAN called Mike, whose interest is that his grandfather fought with the DCLI in the Boer War and WW I. Mike has done this site for US. We owe him a huge debt of gratitude. Mile has a high ;opwered job, and 3 children he has to get through school and college. He has also had to PAY out of his own pocket to keep this site going for 5 years. Now the good news (hopefully): In my various capacities, I am trying to get this site up and running in the UK. I shall be contacting all LI Association Branches, asking for their support in doing this. If YOU do NOT belong to an LI Branch, then join one now. I need YOUR support if five years of really excellent work by a Canadian called Mike, who has never been in the Light Infantry but has done it for love and as a remembrance of his Grandfather, is not to go down the pan. Mike has agreed to try and keep the site open until I can take it over. If one day you find the site closed, keep looking regularly, because we might have to close it down in Canada before we can re-open it in UK. YOUR SUPPORT IS VITAL. I hope I can count on YOU, just like we have counted on Mike for five years.

Name:
Tex Beech
Email:
terrydene@supanet.com
Date:
10 Sep 2002

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Name:
Eddie Summers
Email:
esummers@blueyonder.co.uk
Date:
09 Sep 2002

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When I found this site a few weeks ago I was really chuffed. Then on scrolling to the bottom of the page I was dismayed to see that it would be closing down before the 1 October 2002. I don't think anyone who has been on this site would like to see the excellent work stop just like that. Suggestions for keeping the site open are needed - QUICK Ex KSLI 1962 - 1968

Name:
Malc. Moore (crowie)
Email:
malcnsall@aol.com
Date:
06 Sep 2002

Comments

Served with 1st Bn. KOYLI 1959-1966 Served with 1st Bn. KSLI (3LI) 1966-1971 I would like to hear from any of my old friends from this period. While in the KSLI I seved as a Cpl. in C coy. and a Sgt. in A coy.

Name:
Gareth Hayward
Email:
sgfswest@aol.com
Date:
04 Sep 2002

Comments

My father served with the 4th battalion KSLI, during WWII and was wounded in Belgium. Does anyone remember him, he is living in Whitchurch and would love to hear from anyone who served with him. Service number 4035504 Gerald William Hayward RQMS

Name:
Margaret Griffiths
Email:
griffme@picknowl.com.au
Date:
29 Aug 2002

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At last a site on the KSLI that I can understand and appreciate. So I will ask if anyone out there might be able to help me. My Grandfather Edward Green (age at marriage to my grandmother in 1902 was 27 years of age). According to his marriage certificate was serving as a Private in the First Battalion Kings Shropshire Light Infantry, he address was given as Shrawardine. He served in India, his wife Frances accompanied him and I understand two if not three of his children were born there. No trace of them in St. Catherines Index. Any one with good ideas as to how I might trace him. Hopeful Margaret Griffiths. South Australia

Name:
Peter Melia
Email:
peter.melia@wanadoo.fr
Date:
28 Aug 2002

Comments

I am searching for news of Sergeant Sydney Roberts, MM, Regtl. No. 18076, enlisted 24 May 1915, Demobbed 10 April 1919.

Name:
Paula Bates
Email:
paula.bates1@virgin.net
Date:
19 Aug 2002

Comments

My great grandfather 12143.Pte John Othniel Breakwell.6th Btn K.S.L.I. Attd 60th T.M.BTY. Died 31/08/1916.Remembered with honour Thiepval Memorial. Until I found this info a week ago ,all I had was a photo taken the day he marched away-never to return. Can anyone help me find more, please? Also info on Charles Holly , Princess Patricia Regiment .Thank You.

Name:
Russell Jones
Email:
dragon5@tpg.com.au
Date:
16 Aug 2002

Comments

I am looking for information on my grandfather and am wondering if anyone can help. This is what i know so far. Pte John Thomas Jones. 13899 C Coy 7th Batt KSLI Fought in Mesopotamia, Nthrn France, Belguim, Passhendaele, Somme, Arras and wounded in Flanders. Awarded Mons star, 1418 bronze star. Anyone with any info on where i can find out extra info please don't hesitate to contact me. Thanks.

Name:
Ron Gittings
Email:
rongittings22@hotmail.com
Date:
15 Aug 2002

Comments

Enjoyed the site! Especially the photographs of my own era. I joined IJLB in 1963 and then KSLI until 1979 when I was posted to 2LI on their move to Gibraltar. I finished my time with 5LI in Shrewsbury and a few years later joined them, only to have the great misfortune to bump into Brummy Dunn again, who by this time was the MTO with 3 Staffords! Only joking Brummie, please get in touch!

Name:
MG Halliday
Email:
dochalliday@blueyonder.com.uk
Date:
14 Aug 2002

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Ed Summers introduced me to the site I served with KSLI/3LI 1961-1984. I have been really taken with this splendid site. I agree with cowboys comments regarding "Brummy Dunn. Hope to hear from the lads.

Name:
Adam Gold
Email:
adamjgold@aol.com
Date:
02 Aug 2002

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My Great Grandfather and anonymous hero, John Herbert Turner, 180101, 1st Bn., King's Shropshire Light Infantry Died in an attack on Les Bouefs on the 18th September 1916. I would dearly love to find out more about him and his unit. If anyone could please help me, please do not hesitate.

Name:
Noel Gittens
Email:
BillPatGittens@aol.com
Date:
02 Aug 2002

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I served in the K.S.L.I. 1958-1960 as a P.T.I. I was looking for a picture of Copthorne Barracks. I enjoyed your web site. We now live in the U.S.A. and are just visiting Shropshire.

Name:
Cowboy Holloway
Email:
cowboyh@tiscali.co.uk
Date:
31 Jul 2002

Comments

Great web site. But did you have to put so many entries the same. Brum Dunn the mortar man. Cowboy A/TKs Photo of A/TK pln Malaysia donated by GEORGE MATHEW GREEN old mate any one got his address I can have. Ore his E-MAIL THANK YOU COWBOY HOLLOWAY. SENNYBRIDGE.

Name:
Carol
Email:
bauman@quadro.net
Date:
27 Jul 2002

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I'm searching on behalf of a friend in the US who is looking for information on her father Adalbert Cedric Victor Biddulph. He served in the KSLI - number 4031776. If anyone could help, I would appreciate it. Carol

Name:
Brummy (Micky) Dunn
Email:
rd004c8047@blueyonder.co.uk
Date: 
10 Jul 2002

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I would like to hear from anyone who served with me in the KSLI / 3LI from 1964 - 1970, Serving in Plymouth, Belize, Singapore, Malaya, Mauritius, Northern Ireland. Mainly in C Company 9 Plt. Mortars MMG's. Brummy (Micky) Dunn

Name:
Brummy (Micky) Dunn
Email:
rd004c8047@blueyonder.co.uk
Date:
10 Jul 2002

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I would like to hear from anyone who served with me in the KSLI / 3LI from 1964 - 1970, Serving in Plymouth, Belize, Singapore, Malaya, Mauritius, Northern Ireland. Mainly in C Company 9 Plt. Mortars MMG's. Brummy (Micky) Dunn

Name:
John Brister
Email:
jbrister@accesswave.ca
Date:
09 Jul 2002

Comments

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many LI lad's and officers my wife and I spoke to on the 15th of June at the re-union at Copthorne Bks. and Nesscliff. It was a wonderful day for us. I had not seen many of the chaps for over 20/25 years Thanks to Terry Joll, Ron Bevan, Dave Rose, Harold Jackson and Robbo, and a special thanks to Brummy Cobill for coming all that way to see me, and to many many more too numerous to mention for which I apologise. We are back in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada now and still talking about the re-union to whoever will listen.!! Once again, we thank you all for a wonderful day. Take care, all LI lad's, John and Hazel Brister

Name:
Edward Southall
Email:
eddieshoe_uk@yahoo.com
Date:
07 Jul 2002

Comments

A nice site taking me back to my national Service days in the KSLI serving at Colchester and Munster Germany after basic training at Shrewsbury. I lost my passing out parade photograph. Anyone know if copies of these are available.

Name:
Edward Southall
Email:
eddieshoe_uk@yahoo.com
Date:
07 Jul 2002

Comments

A nice site taking me back to my national Service days in the KSLI serving at Colchester and Munster Germany after basic training at Shrewsbury. I lost my passing out parade photograph. Anyone know if copies of these are available.

 

Name:
Michael Coyne
Email:
cmikecoyne@aol.com
Date:
05 Jul 2002

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I have just read through the information in this site and have found it to be very interesting and well done. I am hoping to find further information about the service life of my father Thomas John Coyne, number 4031084. My father served with both the first and second battalion from May 29 to Dec 44 and then transferred to the MPSC until his discharge in Nov 48. Whilst with the first batt he was in India to 1937 and his first medal was India General Service Medal with clasp North West Frontier. From 37 to 39 he was with the second battalion and from 39 to 44 was with the BEF the army in North Africa and then on to Italy. At the end of his army service he had been awarded the 39 45 star, the Africa Star with 1st Army clasp, the Italy Star, the Defence Medal and the War Medal 1939-45. I would like to know if there is anybody out there who knew my father. I have heared him called Jack, John or Paddy. He came from Ireland and still had his accent to his death 15 years ago

Name:
Philip Stevens
Email:
innings@aol.com
Date:
05 Jul 2002

Comments

Found this site by accident, looking for the Shrewsbury Castle Museum. All sorts of names that come back to the memory, Cowboy Holloway, John Brister, to name but two. Great site. Philip Stevens was Platoon Commander 3/A/1KSLI, Plymouth, Singapore, Terendak

Name:
Michael Edwards
Email:
medwords@uniserve.com
Date:
04 Jul 2002

Comments

My grandfather, John Edwards 19790, one of four brothers killed in the same battle, was with the Shropshire Light Infantry. Your website has helped me learn more about this important part of his life. Thank you.

 

Name:
Bryan Roberts
Email:
broberts@wobbly44.freeserve.co.uk
Date:
02 Jul 2002

Comments

Infantry Junior Leaders Battalion Tuxford Plymouth Oswestry 1952 to 1975 Have you seen the web site dedicated to the IJLB?? Were you a boy at IJLB during these years Have a look at www.wobbly44.freeserve.co.uk Bryan (Wobbly) Roberts Plymouth 1960 9pl C Coy Oswestry 1960 to 1962 C then 15pl D Company

Name:
Adam Killeya
Email:
adam_killeya@yahoo.co.uk
Date:
24 Jun 2002

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If anyone has any info on the service of my Grandfather who served with the KSLI during WW2 I would be very grateful. Robert Sidney Clark (probably known as Bob) - he also served with the Glosters and one other regiment (not sure which though they apparently had a badge on both the front and back of their cap). He was in France, Germany, Belgium, Egypt, and Scotland (at Lockerbie) but I don't know what times he served in those places, what rank he was (though almost definitely Private or NCO) or his service number Thanks Adam killeya

Name:
Tex Beech
Email:
terrydene@supanet.com
Date:
21 Jun 2002

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Name:
David Williams
Email:
david.williams118@ntlworld.com
Date:
18 Jun 2002

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Very impressive. My interest is that my grandfather's youngest brother served with KSLI in WWI. He was Pte. George Brunt-17693, 1st/4th Bn who died on 26 Mar 1918. I am interested in Family History. Is there any further details of his service , next of kin etc that can be supplied.

Name:
gimlik
Email:
paulgimlik@AOL.com
Date:
17 Jun 2002

Comments

I can identify a couple of people from the orderly room in Terendak. Greenhouse Jnr, Oakley Jnr, and Pte Orr.

Name:
cowboy holloway.
Email:
cowboyh@tiscall.co.uk
Date:
04 Jun 2002

Comments

hi all past members 1 KSLI 3 LIfrom 62 jan till aug 1985. hope to see you at nescliff reunion 13 and 14th JUNE. Cowboy and family..

Name:
JOHN BRISTER
Email:
jbrister@accesswave.ca
Date:
02 Jun 2002

Comments

HOPE TO SEE AS MANY LIGHT INFANTRY LADS ON THE 15th JUNE AT SHREWSBURY MY CHEMO IS WORKING AT THE MOMENT!!!! CAN NOT DO 120/140 PACES TO THE MINUTE AT THE MOMENT!!!!!!! MY REGARDS TO ALL L I. LADS HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL SOON. EX C/SGT J BRISTER EX SLI 22 SAS SCLI KSLI. TAKE CARE ALL OF YOU.

Name:
Patrick Hughes
Email:
pat_hughes2000@yahoo.com
Date:
26 May 2002

Comments

Great web site!! Looking to see if anyone out there might have served with or have any more information on my uncle Patrick Hughes Private 14267818, 1st Bn., King's Shropshire Light Infantry, who was killed in Germany on March 2, 1945. He also served in North Africa with the Desert Rats but was wounded and then later served in the invasion of Germany. He was originally from Northern Ireland but later moved to Sale, Cheshire, England when his family moved there. I would appreciate hearing from anyone with information! please feel free to e-mail me. Thanks very much!! Patrick Hughes

Name:
Cowboy ( cpl Holloway )
Email:
cowboy@tiscali.co.uk
Date:
20 May 2002

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Greetings to all past members of the regiment. Wishing you continued health and happiness. Cowboy here in Sennybridge

Name:
Susan Lynch
Email:
jennings@space.net.au
Date:
20 May 2002

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I am looking for anyone who might know of a Michael Russell who served in the KSLI during WW2. The only other information I have is his number, 6409830. Anyone who can help please contact me, Regards, Susan.

Name:
Susan Lynch
Email:
jennings@space.net.au
Date:
20 May 2002

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I am trying to get some information on a Michael Russell who belonged to the Kings Shropshire Light Infantry in WW2. His number is 6409830. That is all I know at this stage so if anyone can help it would be much appreciated. Many thanks, Susan.

Name:
mandy
Email:
simon.pett@virgin.net
Date:
19 May 2002

Comments

great site. I am trying to find information about my great grandfather A.S. Smith who was based as Ludlow Castle somewhere in 1880-1900. He served in the Boer war and was awarded the Ashanti Star. He was a Regimental sergeant major.

Name:
dennis birchall
Email:
dennis.birchall1@btopenworld.com
Date:
18 May 2002

Comments

I think your web site is wonderful and I did leave a message on web site asking for information about my wife searching for her father whom she had not seen since about 1948 and thanks to your site we have had a reply from someone in Canada who knew him, I thank you for your web site

Name:
Huw Llewellyn
Email:
hllewell@vcs.org.au
Date:
06 May 2002

Comments

Excellent website. I am looking for information on an uncle, Emlyn Thomas who served as a gunner in the KSLI in WWII in Western Desert and Italy ?6 or 7 Batt.

Name:
PHIL DAVIES
Email:
PHIL.DAV@UKONLINE.CO.UK
Date:
30 Apr 2002

Comments

GREAT TO SEE SOME NAMES FROM MY PAST. I SERVED WITH IJLB/KSLI/3LI BETWEEN 1964 AND 1990 AND IT WOULD BE GREAT TO HEAR FROM ANYONE FROM THAT PERIOD.

Name:
k sullivan
Email:
ktloular@hotmail.com
Date:
28 Apr 2002

Comments

Wonderful site...just looking for information on my great-great grandfather who was sent in to guard Fort Malden, Amherstburg Ont. He was with the 53rd Regiment of Foot and later a pensioner of the Royal Canadian Rifle Regiment. He name was William Sullivan who married his wife, Mary Small, daughter of Patrick and Jane Small. Anyone with information please drop me an email.

Name:
Robin Jones
Email:
av&rob_jones@2brookside.freeserve.co.uk
Date:
28 Apr 2002

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I am trying to find any information out about my grandfather Robin Jones61 who served in Munster 1960-1963 in C company, Eight Platoon. He was Company BOAR Boxer in Munster. We are trying to find a 'C' company photo for these years. We would also be extremely grateful for you to get in touch if you also served alongside Robin Jones (or had relatives serving alongside him in these years) or any other further information would be welcomed. Donation to charity of your choice available for the supply of photos etc. Please email at the above address or feel free to call me on: (01981) 240487 Thanx so much in advance, Robin Jones

Name:
gordon ward
Email:
grdn ward @ aol.com
Date:
27 Apr 2002

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Any one who served with me in C Coy / Signal platoon KSLI/3LI from 1964 to 1973 please contact me

Name:
Trevor McAvoy
Email:
trevmcavoy@britmacs.fsnet.co.uk
Date:
27 Apr 2002

Comments

My wife & I have just returned from a trip to northern France to visit the grave of her uncle, Richard James, who is buried in the CWGC Lowrie Cemetery at Havrincourt, near Cambrai. Richard James was Private 35060 of the 7th Battalion KSLI. He was killed in action on 27 September 1918 aged 19. There are several cemeteries in the immediate area; Lowrie contains just over 250 graves. The headstones indicate a mix of regiments but there are 6 from KSLI - 35060 'uncle Richard' James, 27010 E T Evans, 43257 H Lewis, 36602 G Monks & 43146 W Clarke - all of whom met their deaths on 27 Sept. Also 27031 W France, who died on 15 Sept. We'd really like to know more about the KSLI people of the time and the action on 27 Sept 1918 - initial research suggests it was the start of the battle for control of the Canal de Nord/Hindenburg Line. Can anyone help? Thanks so much. Trevor McAvoy

Name:
Mary Valentine Ryan
Email:
dennis.birchall1@btopenworld.com
Date:
23 Apr 2002

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I am trying to find any information about my father 14697481 Pte. Patrick Ryan who served in the K.S.L.I. during WWII I lost contact with him when I was about eight years old ( about 1949 ) and I have never seen him since. Can you help me with any information for which I would be very grateful.

Name:
Alex
Email:
cbyajj@comp.leeds.ac.uk
Date:
23 Apr 2002

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Hi, Looking for any information (specifically with regards to which Battalion he served with or personal details) for Private William Jolly KSLI. He has no service record at the PRO. Any help gratefully received. AJ.

Name:
marie green
Email:
tg001c1081@blueyonder.co.uk
Date:
23 Apr 2002

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My Grandfather Evan Ellis Green number 5278 enlisted in the KSLI in Bury on the 22 April 1897 at the age of 18 yrs. I am looking for any information regarding his army career and any honours won by his regiment and any personal medals he may have received. I would be grateful of any information as I am researching my family tree. I have in my possession a picture of my Grandfather in his dress uniform at the age of signing up, taken in Portsmouth. I would also be grateful of any details I would need to obtain a regimental cap badge or insignia. Thank you for reading this.

Name:
b ill campbell
Email:
billycam@btinternet.com
Date:
22 Apr 2002

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Name:
Allen Forsyth
Email:
allenforsyth@hotmail.com
Date:
09 Apr 2002

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Excellent Site. I have just returned (April 2002) from visiting the Battlefields around Ypres. My wife's grandfather - Sgt. Major Albert Edwin Kite fought with the 1st Btn KSLI also in the Boer War. I would like to research his army career Can anyone advise please Allen Forsyth

Name:
Brian Davies
Email:
Brian.davies@btinternet.com
Date:
07 Apr 2002

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My father was William Henry Borson Davies No 2023455 I have very little information about his service history. Although I know he was a keen sportsman who played football hockey and also boxed for the regiment. He served some time in India. I believe he joined up in 1928 and was called for military service in 1939 I would be fascinated to receive any information. brian.davies@btinternet.com

Name:
Alan Baum
Email:
alanshomechair@hotmail.com
Date:
03 Apr 2002

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Hello everyone, just dropped in again to see any news. Is there any one on this site who served with the 1st.Bn.KSLI.from 1962 to 1965. Especially from Crown Barracks in Plymouth, then drop me a line at the above e mail. Thank you. Alan(buzz)Baum.

Name:
Leslie F Burden
Email:
burdens@oxford.net
Date:
26 Mar 2002

Comments

Wonderful site. I will be contacting you again as both my father and grandfather served with the KSLI. My grandfather Charles Henry Challinor was in the 1st World War and my father Frank Albert Burden joined in the 2ns world war but transferred to the C.M. P. in January 1941. I have to do some more work before I can provide some details to work with. The only bit I know at the moment is my fathers army number: 4038817. He was classed as A1 upon joining but on 24Jan 1941 he is shown as A2 and then went to the CMP. I don't know if he was injured in France or somewhere but I do know that he came back to the UK for leave and was at Orleton Park for a while recovering from injuries. Unfortunately he died in January 1991 without passing on much of his history during the war period and I have so many unanswered questions. Will be in touch and once again a great site and will visit often.

Name:
kevin Bracegirdle
Email:
kevin.bracegirdle@btopenworld.com
Date:
26 Mar 2002

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I am looking for information about my grandfathers brother R BRACEGIRDLE who was killed serving with the K.S.L.I. in the first world war. I would be very grateful if anyone could suggest any web sites where i could find out about him. It is a mystery how he came to serve in the regiment as he came from Lancashire. Thank You.

Name:
Chris Halligan
Email:
chrishalligan@supanet.com
Date:
19 Mar 2002

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I am looking for any information on my Uncle, Teddy Halligan who served with the KSLI in Korea and was killed there. I would be grateful for any information regarding him.

Name:
Sam Branson
Email:
samsheila@aol.com
Date:
19 Mar 2002

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WWI Am I correct: The 9th battalion of the KSLI was in Salonika after being in France? If so, is there a book of the history of that battalion available? My father was in the regiment throughout the war and was on the Somme and in Salonika. My searches indicate he was in the 9th Battalion, although I have no direct knowledge. I would like to know more of where his company was and what they did. His records have not survived in the burnt records. Sam Branson

Name:
gordon ward
Email:
grdn@aol.com
Date:
19 Mar 2002

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i would like to hear from any x member of c company or the signal platoon from 1964 to 1973. 1 st bn ksli/3li .

Name:
vincent Baldry
Email:
vincent.baldry@ntlworld.com
Date:
16 Mar 2002

Comments

I have been researching my family history and my great grandfather (Lance Corporal 20048)Henry William Baldry served in 7th Bn KSLI after transferring from RAMC (Service No 55275). He died on 3rd April 1916 and it works out he died during the action at St Eloi Crater France. His name is on the Menin Gate Memorial. I have a Photo of him in his RAMC uniform and i have a photo of his memorial on the Menin Gate. He had 3 brothers all served in WW1 only one came back. 2 served in the Suffolks,1 on Royal Artillery I just wonder how he ended up in the Shropshires as we are a Suffolk family (all born in Lowestoft). anyway if no one has an answer it doesn't matter but i wondered if any of this info would be of use for your site.

Name:
BRIAN GITTINS
Email:
briangittins@16chad.junglelink.co.uk
Date:
14 Mar 2002

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Does anyone remember Wilf Talbot who came from Kidderminster? He served with the 4th KSLI in France 1944 and was wounded at Baron. He was in "D" Coy, 16 PLTN. I have the late Major "Ned" Thornburn's book on the 4th in Normandy and have followed the route taken by them. Very interesting. Wilf died in the 1960s, but I wonder if there are any old mates out there? I would love to hear from you.

Name:
David Spencer
Email:
99dspencer@westhilltameside.sch.uk
Date:
13 Mar 2002

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I am Searching for a soldier that died in WW1 called W E Buckley. He was killed in action in 1917 in France. He was in the Kings Shropshire Light Infantry 1st Battalion. He is buried in the 'Philosophe British Cemetery Mazingarbe'. If you could please give me some vital information on this soldier.i.e. Websites, e-mail adderesses, or personal information I would be very grateful.

Name:
ENMORRIS
Email:
ENMORRIS3185@AOL.CO.UK
Date:  
10 Mar 2002

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LOOKING FOR PETE PATRICK WHO SERVED IN 1KSLI 1961-1966

Name:
JON
Email:
WILCROFT19@aol.com
Date:
09 Mar 2002

Comments

I have just visited this site with my dad, "Jimmy" Jim Marks, who served in Korea with the KSLI, C company, 1st battalion,1951-1952. Anyone who recognises his name or was there at the same time I'm sure he would like to hear from, so drop me a line & I'll pass it on.

Name:
Lynne Chapman
Email:
Lychap@yahoo.co.uk
Date:
03 Mar 2002

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Hi, I'm researching my family history and I know my Grandfather Richard Millington served with the KSLI during WW1 and was an `Old Comtemptible'. He came from Sansaw Heath, Grinshill, Shropshire and was born 5th July 1891. He was awarded the 'Mons Star'. If anyone can help me to find further info I would be most grateful.

Name:
pete.bennett
Email:
pete.bennett15@btinternet.com
Date:
24 Feb 2002

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Is there anyone who might remember my late father James {Jim } Bennett who served in the KSLI during WW2 in France and Germany Also a Joe Shuker and Stan Chesters who served with him. My father in law also served in the Regiment during the 1950-1960s his name is Phil Roberts and if anyone remembers him please let us know as he now lives in Northumberland.

Name:
Ann-Marie Owen
Email:
jasann@owen237236.freeserve.co.uk
Date:
22 Feb 2002

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Can anyone help me. I'm trying to trace my grandfather Mr John James Hodgson, he serving number was KSLI 14010633. All I know is that he served in Korea and he's from the Durham area.

Name:
Terry Middleton
Email:
jigger880@btopenworld.com
Date:
17 Feb 2002

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has anybody got any idea where Mo Price is, the last time I saw him he was SPSI at Ross-on-Wye in the early 1980's. If you know how I can contact him please let me know. I served with 3LI from 77-80 after transferring from 2LI and then went to 5LI as A/Tnk PSI in Wakefied.

Name:
jennifer richardson
Email:
silvers@southcom.com.au
Date:
16 Feb 2002

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I found this website of great interest - my family came to Australia from Manchester in 1948 and now aged 85 my father Edward Bennion is busily documenting the family history. We have a tie pin that has had us puzzled and now I believe I may have found a clue through this web page. the pin is sterling silver with what appears to be a gold plated badge bearing the letters KSLI and although quite worn, the badge is in good condition and appears to be a copy of the HAT BADGE but without the leopards face (as described) At this point I don't know where the pin came from but would welcome any information on what exactly it is and if at all possible, a date which may give us further clues. regards, Jenny Richardson POC silvers@southcom.com.au

Name:
CINDI POWELL
Email:
HOMERSBROTHER@AOL.COM
Date:
14 Feb 2002

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MY FATHERS NAME IS ALFRED EDWARD SEYMOUR HE SERVED WITH JIM MUTTOCK AND MIKE ASHLEY AMONGST OTHERS IN KENYA WITH THE KINGS SHROPSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY. ON SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10TH 2002,MY FATHER DIED SUDDENLY WHILST ON HOLIDAY IN TENERIFE. THE FIRST FOREIGN TRIP HE'D HAD SINCE KENYA. IF ANYBODY WHO KNEW MY DAD WOULD LIKE TO GET IN TOUCH WE WOULD BE GRATEFUL. MIKE HAS SENT US A LOT OF PHOTO'S WHICH MY DAD WAS CHUFFED TO BIT'S TO RECEIVE. ALFRED EDWARD SEYMOUR 23/10/35-10/02/02 YOU DESERVE THE REST

Name:
Wendy Bouthillier
Email:
wendyb@cityandcountry.org
Date:
13 Feb 2002

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My name is Wendy Bouthillier and I live in Connecticut, USA. I am trying to find information about my brother, James Harper, who was killed in action during the 2nd world war. He lives in Ross On Wye, Herefordshire - possibly at an address on Alton Road, or Alton Court. He was the son of Cuthbert Harper, of James Harper and Sons Moving Company

Name:
Alan Baum
Email:
alanshomechair@hotmail.com
Date:
12 Feb 2002

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Name:
Mike Harden
Email:
mclharden@btinternet.com
Date:
12 Feb 2002

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A friend of mine in the village where I live wonders if there is anyone on your list who served with him in France/Germany in 1944/45. He landed at Lion-sur-Mer as a reinforcement in July/August 1944.

Name:
Charlie Haynes
Email:
charles.haynes@cableinet.co.uk  
Date:
10 Feb 2002

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Hi K.S.L.I webmaster, I am the webmaster for the Middlesex Branch BKVA. I am at present researching British regiment's KIA in the Korean War. I would be grateful if you could direct me to the KSLI Roll of Honour for that war. The Middlesex Branch site is to be found at :- http://www.chls11113.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/ I am also interested in the Roll of honour or Durham Light Infantry KIA in Korea Regards Charlie H.

Name:
Alan Baum
Email:
alanshomechair@hotmail.com
Date:
09 Feb 2002

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This site has blown me away, fantastic!!! Hopefully someone that served with me in 1962. 1st Bn. KSLI. namely Cpl. Bob Timpson. Pte. Roland King. will see this and give me a email. We were stationed at Crown barracks Plymouth, and also in Minden platoon. Munster .W.Germany. Remember me guys Alan(buzz)Baum.

Name:
Geoff Moore
Email:
geoquin@yahoo.co.uk
Date:
08 Feb 2002

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23459472.PTE.G MOORE Ist bn KSLI. ROMANWAY CAMP COLCHESTER ESSEX.1959-61. Anyone there from my era, if so get in touch and we can compare distant memories. Regards to all ex and serving men & women.

Name:
Matthew
Email:
mdwspider@aol.com
Date:
05 Feb 2002

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I am looking for info on my grandfather who I think served with K.S.L.I in WW1. My father has just found his discharge certificate for 1918. He was given an honourable medical discharge. If anyone can give me any leads as to where to find further info I would be very grateful.

Name:
Colin
Email:
pike11lb@aol.com
Date:
02 Feb 2002

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My Grandfather died when my father was 4 years old so we know very little about him. We do know he served in the K.S.L.I. in Ireland 1914 to 1918. His name was John Evan Llewellyn possibly born in 1891 in Shropshire. If anyone can help trace info my father and I would be most grateful.

Name:
Catherine Harder
Email:
catherineharder@yahoo.com
Date:
02 Feb 2002

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Your web site is terrific. I am looking for information on my forbearers, especially "Tommy", Major(?) A. H. St. George Hamersley, whom I knew. I would also appreciate information on his brothers Lieut-Col.(?) Hugh St. George Hamersley, and Lieut-Col.(?) M. Harold St. George Hamersley. I am just starting my search and all I have is an undated newspaper clipping from THE VANCOUVER SUN full of Hamersley military history but pre WWII so the ranks may all be incorrect. I would especially appreciate advice on where to research my family history and your personal stories of the Hamersleys.

Name:
Marc
Email:
marc.couzens@ntlworld.com
Date:
29 Jan 2002

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I am trying to find some information on my Grandfather who served in the 1st Battalion of the KSLI D Section during world war two. He lost his leg during the conflicts in France but this is all I know. His name was Arthur Couzens If anyone knows of him I would be most grateful for any information however small. Kind regards Marc Couzens

Name:
Steve Callan
Email:
steve@callee.freeserve.co.uk
Date:
28 Jan 2002

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I found the site very useful. I am researching family history and discovered what I take to be a campaign medal of my grandfather's (4029100 Pte. H. Callan). The medal is inscribed "North West Frontier 1930-31". I'd be very grateful for any information anyone might have about this campaign or sources of further information that may be useful

Name:
Anthony FitzGerald
Email:
antfg@indigo.ie
Date:
26 Jan 2002

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Name:
SHEARING
Email:
STEFTRISH90@hotmail.com
Date:
25 Jan 2002

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Name:
BILL OCONNOR
Email:
theoconnors@38tarrant.co.uk
Date:
14 Jan 2002

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MY FATHER SERVED WITH 3RD INF. BRIGADE 1ST DIVISION 1ST CORPS 1ST KINGS SHROPSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY. HE WAS THE FIRST PERSON DURING THE 2ND WORLD WAR AWARDED THE M.M. FOR CONSPICUOUS GALLANTRY AND DEVOTION TO DUTY DURING THE PERIOD 19 TO 22 MAY 1940 DURING THE DEFENCE OF THE RIVER ESCAUT. HIS CITATION GOES ON TO READ, HE WAS EMPLOYED AS A RUNNER IN THE FORWARD AREA WHICH WAS SWEPT BY MACHINE GUN FIRE AND HEAVILY SHELLED. NOT ONLY DID HE DELIVER HIS MESSAGES BUT CONSTANTLY VOLUNTEERED TO CARRY OUT OTHER DANGEROUS DUTIES. SIGNED LT.COL.R.BRYANS MC. WE ARE VERY PROUD OF HIM AND WE ARE LOOKING FOR MORE INFORMATION OF WHERE AND WHAT ELSE HE DID DURING THE WAR. WE WOULD BE GLAD TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO COULD SUGGEST ANY GOOD BOOKS ON THIS PERIOD.

Name:
Phil Hipkiss
Email:
philip@hipkiss.fsnet.co.uk
Date:
06 Jan 2002

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My father was Sam Hipkiss who was in the 2nd Battalion either C or Y Company. He took part in the D-Day landings and was wounded twice befors finishing the war in Bemen as Sergeant. I have photos of the KSLI in Curacao and in Jack Dempseys Bar New York!I accompanied my father on a visit to the landing beach through to Caen before his death.

Name:
        Phil Davies
Email:
        JphilDavies@hotmail.com
Date:
01 Jan 2002

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Any info please on Edward Shuker Born Diddlesbury c1882 served with KSLI pre and during WW1

Name:
Sonya Jones
Email:
jonesson@onemain.com  
Date:
01 Jan 2002

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My husbands father was in the King's Shropshire Light Infantry. His name was Sgt. William Owen Jones. He died 27th of January l943. My husband ( Gordon Jones), doesn't remember his dad for he was just a little over a year old. We would like some information on him, plus how he died. Anything would be appreciated. Sincerely, Sonya Jones

Name:
Paul Everill
Email:
paul@sapiens.fsnet.co.uk
Date:
30 Dec 2001

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My Grandfather LES EVERILL served with the 4th Battalion from 1940 to 1944 when he was killed in or near Le Beny Bocage, Normandy, having not long been promoted to Corporal. I know from an old letter that he served in 7 platoon, "A" Company, and would love to hear from someone who either knew him or perhaps has more information.

Name:
Lawrence "Kip" Kipling
Email:
rob-kipling@lineone.net
Date:  
26 Dec 2001

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Would like to hear from any members of C Company 1st battalion who served in Korea 1951-1952

Name:
john edwin harrison
Email:
avin@fsmail.net
Date:
23 Dec 2001

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My father was Major Reginald John Harrison and was killed in action in march 1945 i know it is a bit late to ask or find major birch or mr geriaty

Name:
Barry Render
Email:
barryrender@cwctv.net
Date:
17 Dec 2001

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My father, Peter Douglas Render, served in the KSLI during the second World War. He was part of the D-Day invasion which landed on Sword Beach on 6th June 1944. Are there any publications that accurately chronicle the KSLI's activities during this time? activities

Name:
LEN DAVIES
Email:
leonard.davies@btinternet.com  
Date:
11 Dec 2001

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i was in A com in Germany and in Kenya Germany 54 Kenya 55 to 57 then corpthone

Name:
Paul Holroyd
Email:
pmh666@hotmail.com
Date:
08 Dec 2001

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Hi very useful site I am looking for info on my father John Holroyd. he served in the 4th battalion at the end of ww2 he was a gunner on a bren gun carrier. He travelled to France a couple of days after d day.

Name:
Paul holroyd
Email:
pmh666@hotmail.com
Date:
08 Dec 2001

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Hi I am trying to find information about my father John Holroyd who served in the 4th battalion KSLI he was a gunner on a bren gun carrier. He travelled to France a couple of days after D day I think. Very useful and interesting site

Name:
Terry Ballinger
Email:
Tezbal@aol.com
Date:
04 Dec 2001

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Son of John Edgar Ballinger K.I.A with K.S.L.I in North Africa 1943 also Grandson of Stanley Cecil Clee who was awarded Military Medal in W.W.1

Name:
Lance Hatch
Email:
lhatch@houston.rr.com
Date:
02 Dec 2001

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I am looking for information on my grandfather Archibald Perry. I believe he was in the 1st Battalion of the KSLI (1916-1956).

Name:
Terri
Email:
mick@rapson2.icom43.net
Date:
29 Nov 2001

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Very impressive and useful web site. I am tracing information about my grandfather, Harry Edward Norton, in KSLI 1914-18. He was wounded and taken to Ar