Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Guestbook Archive

Name : Keith (Webmaster)
Homepage : http://www.lightinfantry.org.uk
Message : Back in National Service days I was trained along with many other West Country lads with the Durham Light Infantry, then was transferred to the Somerset & Cornwall Light Infantry (SCLI), which had just undergone amalgamation. All these years later I retain strong links with the Durham lads besides my own West Country pals, this sense of belonging is vital to any combined force which is to act solidly together. I just wonder how many more amalgamations the British Army Regimental system can stand.I have three large military websites and receive dozens of Emails every day worldwide, a great many from sons and grandsons enquiring about a relatives service, of which they are very proud, all express the feeling of belonging.The New Regiments being created by the Top Brass are in my opinion eroding the military family to such a degree that I doubt whether the exercise will truly be a success.
03 November 2005 12:07:09
Name : Richard Banfield , devon
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Message : I am trying to find out about my late grandfather,Major Eldred Banfield, and where he served during the Second World War.I know he was at Cassino, Italy but not much else.Can anyone please help. He was Cornish through and through very proud. Contact rich.banfield@btinternet.com many thanks Richard Banfield
10 August 2005 21:59:21
Name : H Cowles , UK
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Message : I'm researching my gt gt grandfather Frederick Manins who served in Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry during WW1. I have found a medal card record for him at National Archives site (British Star of Victory 1914-15 France)and have been told that he was wounded during Somme campaign. The entry at National Archives is barely legible and I can only make out latter part of the regiment no 5519. Anyone have any further details, or ideas on accessing military history records? Any help much appreciated.
27 July 2005 12:41:03
Name : John Ellender , London
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Message : Looking for information on John Matthew Elllender DCLI Reg. No 9672. Any information appreciated.
04 July 2005 23:56:19
Name : Peter J.B.Dunbar , Plymouth
Message : Any whereabouts of the 1st.Batt DCLI HQ coy. Buglers -drivers - big Ben REME att. Come on west Kernow bring vout your buglers. I still have photo of the terrible duo with young Hoskins poking out his tounge over the posing Whilloughb, taken in JA.
29 June 2005 20:52:42
Name : Darren Thomas , Bodmin cornwall
Homepage : http://penkeek st breward
Found : Search engine
Message : Hi i am trying to trace my grandfathers acctivities during the Great War.pte H.Pearce.1542.DCLI.Lived lostwithiel area.would appreciate any advice on how to go about this.Have tried DCLI museum but drew a blank .said it could be becouse he lied about age on enlistment 16yrs.Yours Hopefully D.Thomas
25 June 2005 22:28:25
Name : Sherrill Thorne , Allentown
Message : My father was in the DCLI from 1939 to 1951. He served with Capt J.S.Milsan, Sgt E.A. Keys, L.Sgt.Peacock, St. F.Nicholls. He was Sgt Bertram J. Williams. Just trying to reach anyone with any information on DCLI when he was serving.
19 June 2005 04:14:23
Name : Bert Bartlett , Sussex Nr Brighton
Message : I am seriously seeking any news or info' of one Frederick Firth, onetime Cpl in 1/KSLI Korea,believed transferred to DCLI in 1953 on return to UK. Some info' given that he later took a Commision, after promotions to RQMS.My enquiry is not facitious, it is on behalf of two of his past plt officers in Korea. My thanks to all, and Good Health.
14 June 2005 20:55:25
Name : Ken Mesure , Perth Australia
Message : I am trying to acquire a battle tunic of the 7th DCLI c1914-18 any available and any regimental photos of that period. My G Uncle Stephen Mesure KIA 16th Sept 1916 battle of Fleurs The Somme
10 May 2005 07:48:54
Name : Thomas Healey , Broadway WR12 7AL
Message : Grandson son Thomas Healey Reg Nos1097Gib 1869 South Africa 1869 Dischare Bodmin1887 Died 1887
01 April 2005 20:49:52
Name : jonathan burt , truro
Homepage : 1 lukes close truro
Found : Just surfing
Message : does any one remember my father samuel henry burt serveing in ww2
01 April 2005 18:12:42
Name : Beryl Higgins
Homepage : Durham Light Infantry
Message : I understand the DLI was stationed at least for a short while in Gilford Co Down Northern Ireland app 1941. Does anyone remember being there, could you please confirm dates they were there, what company of DLI was billetted there. The site was used as a prisoner of war camp. I do not think the DLI troops actually guarded the German prisoners, but I'm not sure. My little bit of information came from a former DLI soldier called Johnnie Howie who came to Gilford at that time and met and married a local girl called Maggie Harper. After the war Johnnie took up residence here although his own family had lived in England. Unfortunately Johnnie died about one month ago having been predeceased by his wife some years ago. I am researching Gilford in the war years and would really appreciate if if someone would contact me with any information about DLI. I am especially interested in where the DLI who were stationed at Gilford had been before they came to this area and where they went later in the war. I look forward to hearing from someone. Many thanks
26 March 2005 12:50:17
Name : a.e.priest , AMSTERDAM
Homepage : http://K.N.S.M.LAAN 323 1019LG
Message : DCLI.known also as PERCY now[86]ist batt band enlisted 1933 invalided out 1946. any members still around.
23 March 2005 12:07:58
Name : Reg Mitchell , Shrewsbury
Found : Just surfing
Message : I served with 1/DCLI in Bodmin,Mogadishu,Germany,& Jamaica.I was in the Regimental Band until 1960 when I was posted to the Junior Soldiers company in Shrewsbury.In 1964 i was transferred to the KSLI as Bugle Major.Would like to hear from anyone who served at that time
12 March 2005 19:26:52
Name : Roy Rogers
Message : Searching for help. My father and I who have both served 23 years+ with the Army have just found out that my grandfather had served with 1DCLI and have certificates of his Army Certificate of Education signed on 3rd Oct 1922 in Chakrata. We would appreciate any information that would help us find out his military past. Roy
10 March 2005 15:53:35
Name : john anderson , st andrews
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Message : I am looking for any information, memories (good or bad) regarding my grandfather Leonard 'Jack' Anderson who I believed served in the Durham LI at around the time of the outbreak of WWII, and before that in the Royal Scottish Fusiliers. I believe he may have ended his career as an RSM but family memories are very sketchy.
28 February 2005 09:22:49
Name : Mandy Sutton , fletching
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Message : I have a photograph of my grandfather, Sydney G. Sutton, who served with the 1/4th D.C.L.I. from 1914-18 in India, Aden, Jerusalem and Egypt. How may I submit it?
15 February 2005 17:50:17
Name : Anne Charman
Found : Search engine
Message : Looking for anybody who knew Ernest William Charman
13 February 2005 21:28:57
Name : Symonds , Hereford
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Message : Does anyone know my dad, Michael Symonds, who served in DCLI in the early 1950's? He's 70 now and would like to get in touch with his old pals! After Bodmin, he was posted to central America and was bugler at Jamaica, Burmuda, Belize, and others. I think he had the nickname 'Whitey' or 'Snowey', because of his blond hair. Does anyone remember him?
09 February 2005 13:21:24
Name : Colin C. Young , Liverpool
Found : Search engine
Message : My grandfather was RSM Charles Young.I would like to know more about his service with the regiment.Things like when he joined up where he served and when and when he was dicharged.I have tried the museum with little result.Ihave seen a photo in the "Keep" of him when he was a sergeant serving in Ireland.If anyone can give me anymore info about my grandfather it would be great.If you like you can contact my brother Malcolm @ 18 St Marys Road Bodmin Cwll.THANK YOU.
25 January 2005 19:56:27
Name : Sysum Bob , Gloucester
Message : My father Bob Sysum served with the 1st Battalion of DCLI from 4.8.1947 to 26.8.1949 army No 21035130. He served in Cyprus at Dhekelia in April 1948 and also Kenya. He is trying to find the whereabouts of Fred Wintle and Roy/Ron Gregory. If anyone has any infor mation please get in touch.
21 January 2005 18:37:20
Name : bicknell
Homepage : http://newquay cornwall
Found : Search engine
Message : i joined dcli in 1958 at bodmin went on to osnabruck, amalgmated with sli in 1959 and became scli i was in Acoy came out in 1960 anyone there at the same time give me a shout must still be some of you about
10 January 2005 11:11:07
Name : John Edmunds
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Message : I am seeking any information on my uncle who served in 1st Batt 32nd Foot, Private No 19541 EDMUNDS John. All I have is that he enlisted in April 1915 and died 5th Oct 1917. I would appreciate any information or details of where to continue my search.
06 January 2005 20:50:06
Name : kenneth bicknell , Newquay Corrrrnwall
Homepage : http://newquay
Message : is there anyone out there who was in osnabrook 1958-1960 in A coy
04 January 2005 15:54:28
Name : Sue Page , Bristol
Found : Search engine
Message : Visited your site previously,and stopped by again. My Dad was in the DCLI in WW2. He was S/Sgt STANLEY BALE. he died at the relatively young age of 50 in 1970. anyone out there remember him? E-mail me please, susyp_53@hotmail.com
08 December 2004 22:31:04
Name : Paddy Apling , Norwich, Norfolk
Homepage : http://apling.freeservers.com
Found : Search engine
Message : On the marriage certificate dated 15 Dec 1890 of my wife's grandfather George WELLS he is recorded as Color-Sergeant, Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, The Barracks, Bodmin and on er mother's birth certificate he is recorded as We wish to get his service record - but we are asked for either (or both) birth date or service number, neither of which we know as there are so many of that name born about 1860/65. Can anyone help?
08 December 2004 16:11:20
Name : Doreen Barnett nee Killen , Heriot
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Message : My g granfather Martin Killen is on 1885 muster roll 2nd batt DCLI as a lance srg In 1901 is is on the cencus for Bodmin as a colour srg instructor DCLI with a wife alice and 5 children one of which was my granfather also a Martin Killen, g Grandpa was 43 at this point. on my grandfather and mothers marriage cert he signed as a witness He was by then a reg srg major and must have been nearly 60 when they wed on 28/12/1916 i can only suppose this was because of the war. As a matter of interest my grandfather and father were also regular soldiers.grandfather in the 1st batt the Black Watch and my father ended as a Major in the RAMC. Anyone out there with any more info. Great site it has helped me fill in some of the blank spaces. Thanks
03 December 2004 21:17:34
Name : Nick Yellop , New Malden Surrey
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Message : One of my relatives served in the DCLI in the Great War. Edward Hammett 6th Bn. Killed 31/07/1915 aged 26 at Ypres. I think he was Killed near the Cloth Hall by artillary fire as well as serveral others in C
27 November 2004 19:51:43
Name : johnnygouwy , Poperinge-Belgium
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Message : I'm looking for info on Captain Henry Neville Bascomb Harrison,DCLI,2nd Bat.,born 23.4.1879 and died in Poperinge-Belgium on 16.3.1915.Any info would be gratefully received.
22 November 2004 18:06:25
Name : Mags , Reading UK
Found : Just surfing
Message : Glad to have found site. Maybe someone out there knows of any information regarding my grandfather, William Leevers(18563) who servwd with DCLI between Feb 1915 and July 1916. He was discharged after receiving a gunshot wound to his head. I still have the bullet! He mentions the killing of a mate called Jackson who died June 16th(1915 or 1916?).Is there anyone out there that had a relative by that name who died on that date? I would be grateful for any info.
16 November 2004 17:41:17
Name : Bert Perkins , Croydon
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Message : I am trying to research my dads Army service. I know he signed on in 1893 and served until he was pensioned.He also worked as a civilian during WW2 at Bulford Barracks where I was born.I and my twin brother also served in the Regiment 1954-1956.Any help would be welcome especially re his service on the Indian Frontier and the Boer War.
14 November 2004 11:18:43
Name : Henry Davies , Par Cornwall
Found : Search engine
Message : My Father served in THE DCLI in WW2 Private Glyndwr Davies from Brdgend South Wales. He fought at Hill 112,Where he was injured by a grenade,and was sent back to England.Any old comrades please contact me
13 November 2004 22:58:14
Name : Becki Walker-Smart , Plymouth
Found : Search engine
Message : Visited the web site in an unsuccessful attempt to find out more about the circumstances of my great-Uncle's death, Private Walter Bannister, 22120, on 29 September 1918, aged 22. He was in the 8th Battalion of the Duke Of Cornwall's Light Infantry and is remembered with honour on the Doiran Memorial in Greece. Can anyone reading this help?
13 November 2004 16:54:19
Name : Mrs C Widdowson , norfolk
Found : Just surfing
Message : Grandad was born in cornwall at plasha crofts in 1869 name was james davey I wonder if he was in this army? My other grandad although a londoner was in the D.C.L.I. in ww1 and killed in 1914 named thomas blake, he was an old contemptable. Have been to musuem and enjoyed it.
10 November 2004 21:46:54
Name : Douglas Bentley , Hamilton, Ontario, CANADA
Homepage : http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FirebirdsWorldwide/
Message : Hello All, My name is Douglas Bentley, nephew to Pte. Douglas Gordon Bennett, "A" Company - 5th DCLI, Service No. 1682581, for whom I am named after. If you view the DCLI "WW 2 Roll of Honour" I am proud to point out that Uncle Douglas has the only link to the photo gallery. I invite you to meet my uncle and to read his last letter home before he was killed in action on Nov 19th, 1944 in the Geilenkirchen Wood. I would also like to acknowledge and say hello to my friend Norbert Rosin, formerly of the E3A Component of NATO's AWAC force based at Geilenkirchen who was instrumental in providing me with much information and many pictures. I met with Norbert "face to face" over the Father's Day Weekend in 2000 at the Hamilton International Air Show. He is a true International Ambassador, Historian and Friend to all who seek knowledge of this time period and the Battle for Geilenkirchen. All the best, and I will conclude my message by re-signing as I did back in November of 1999. 04 Nov 1999 Remembrance Day is upon us once again when we pay homage to those that paid the ultimate price for our freedom. To forget the price they paid, dooms us to repeat the mistakes of so long ago. "We Shall Remember Them. "My Uncle's death was more than likely a relief to him. Undoubtedly he was cold, wet, hungry and tired. Still, he died much to soon. Thank you to Mike Young for this opportunity to tell of my family's loss and the price it paid. Indeed an excellent site. Although my Uncle's loss was devastating to my Mother and her family, I know that Douglas himself would be pleased to hear of my friendship with Norbert. I know that my Uncle Wally (now deceased after a long life) would end this message this way. Good Night Pal.
08 November 2004 15:06:47
Name : Mr Chris Curry , Newport, South wales
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Message : I am trying to find information about my Great Grandfather, Charles James Witt who I think was a staff Sergeant in this Regiment in 1896, when it was stationed in Madras, India. He was at Fort St George. I would be extremely grateful to anyone with information that might help my search. Many thanks.
21 October 2004 15:16:13
Name : Geoff Ransom , London
Found : Search engine
Message : Trying to find any info on my father Victor Reynolds Frederick Ransom army no 14427732 served with D.C.L.I. in europe and India demobbed 1947
17 October 2004 13:33:34
Name : Arthur Lockyear , Durham
Message : This year's City of Sunderland Remembrance Parade will be led by the Band and Bugles of the Light Division, and they will give a charity concert at Seaburn Leisure centre, Sunderland on Saturday 13th November commencing 7:30pm. Tickets costing £7:50 or £5 for over 65's can be obtained from the Seaburn centre, or by sending a stamped addressed envelope to Arthur Lockyear, 12 Stockley Court, Broompark, Durham City. DH7 7NS. Cheques should be made payable to "Sunderland Remembrance Parade". An invitation is extended to all who have served with our great Rifle and Light Infantry Regiments to join us on parade in Sunderland on Remembrance Sunday, 14th November, 2004. For further details of the parade and concert contact Arthur Lockyear on 0191 373 2035.
11 September 2004 15:00:19
Name : J A M Rutter , fredericton
Homepage : http://accesstec.ca
Message : I am researching information on the role and performance of the first battalion during its service in Bermuda ,Jamaica and British Honduras between 1954 to 1956
07 September 2004 21:17:16
Name : David heyes
Message : I am researching various DCLI members for a new War memorial and have found a Lcpl E.C. Andrew who was awarded a A.L.C.M but cant find out what it is, can anyone help please.
01 September 2004 12:36:12
Name : K Holt , Edinburgh
Homepage : http://www.kirstie.holt.dial.pipex.com
Found : Search engine
Message : interested in Captain Keith Henry St George Young listed in 1885. He died in Edinburgh 1 April 1893, paralysed and a 'lunatic' What happened 3 years and nine months before when he became paralysed?
01 September 2004 00:39:08
Name : Ian McKay , london
Message : My grandfather, T. McKay served throughout the great war, being badly gassed. If anyone could tell me where I could find out about the history of the regiment at this time or even better, personal details, I would be much obliged. I believe he was at one time the Colonel's groom.
30 August 2004 19:09:39
Name : Jeff Hobbs
Message : A superb website – all the effort that has gone into this making site is much appreciated. I am looking for any information on my wife's granddad, John Veness (also known as Jack, Jackie Venus), who was in the DCLI in India before WWII. He rejoined the DCLI during WWII and fought in North Africa. Two of his pals in the DCLI were John (Jack) Mortimor and John (Jackie) Milton. He transferred to another unit and was injured in a tank at El Alamein – he was missing for 3 days, but was found (his leg had been blown off). He returned home, but died of his wounds in 1954. I would be grateful for any information that anyone might have.
23 August 2004 13:33:38
Name : Maggie Watkins , andover
Found : Just surfing
Message : I am looking fro any one who may have served with my dad Charles Gerald Jilbert from Penzance in Cornwall, date would have been 1954-1955 roughly. He was known as ger gerald. He was in Cyprus, rhodesia, oman and others,,,,,,,,,please if you recall him please contact me i am desperate to find out most of what he did, he is no longer with me to talk too, so many questions to ask. Regards Maggie
20 August 2004 17:24:38
Name : Peter Haydon
Found : Search engine
Message : Just wanted to add my old dad's name to the guestbook, just in case somebody may remember him. Robert Haydon, served with DCI from 1928-1945,died 1980.
13 August 2004 15:15:22
Name : D L Currell , Totonto,ontario.Canada
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Message : I just wanted you to add to your list the name of EDGAR JOHN CURRELL Private Servise 9592 KIA 16/09/1916 Duke of Cornwall's light Infantry. grave/Memorial Ref. Pier and Face 6V Cemetery/Memorial Name Thiepval Memorial.
11 August 2004 17:34:05
Name : E Wighton
Found : Search engine
Message : VICTOR EDWARD SHARP or any one who knows of him please contact me as I have a message from Linda Rose and Dot. You were with DCLI (WW2 until the '50's) Any help or info enabling contact with him is appreciated. A fantastic site and interesting reading. At 61 I have seen a few names I remember too. Thank you.
17 July 2004 20:09:54
Name : Brenda Woodford , Dorset
Found : Search engine
Message : Great site - lots of interest - gt for research. thanks
09 July 2004 13:48:25
Name : graham weekes , plymouth
Found : Search engine
Message : further to my request for information on roy rowe (23rd june) i now believe he may have been known as Roy STEAD!
29 June 2004 20:08:34
Name : Jeff Robinson , Melbourne, Australia
Found : Search engine
Message : My father, Lance Cpl 22005643 Fred Robinson served with DCLI from 1947-50. From Coxhoe, Co. Durham. He served in Cyprus and British/Italian Somalia Land. He is now 76 and I'm just wondering if any of his old mates can remember him. Question....Should my father have received the general service medal with the Cyprus Bar?
24 June 2004 14:31:11
Name : graham weekes , plymouth
Found : Search engine
Message : i am researching a D.C.L.I. soldier called Roy ROWE, who i believed died in Germany towards the end of World War 2 - he originated from a village called beacon, nr. camborne cornwall - any information would be gratefully received - thanks
23 June 2004 23:45:50
Name : Paul
Found : Search engine
Message : I am trying to find information on a cpt william parsons who served in the dcli. Ibelieve he was promoted in the field during ww1. He was mentiond in dispatches but i dont know what for. He was at the somme thats all i know. any help please
08 June 2004 15:48:27
Name : Joyce Wilson Zygiel , Detroit, Michigan, USA
Homepage : http:// www.urentree@yahoo.com
Found : Just surfing
Message : 2nd visit to this site. My grandfather, Garfield UREN, fought with 1/5th DCLI 1914-1917. Also, Pte. P. Allen listed in "The Bluff" was his cousin.
13 May 2004 19:09:05
Name : Osmond ne Hornby , Norfolk
Found : From ad banner
Message : Seeking info on William Robert Hornby DKLI first world War
30 April 2004 16:01:09
Name : Pete Vile
Message : IMPORTANT TO OLD SOLDIERS! “LAWRENCE OF ARABIA” As you all know, the Somerset & Cornwall Light Infantry provided the “Officers” seen in the 1962 David Lean film “Lawrence of Arabia” – lately voted “the best film ever made”. The actual soldiers, who were Spanish and Moroccan, were trained by WO2 (now Major) Gordon Besford. There is only ONE 35mm copy of the film left in the world, and the owners of the Wellesley Cinema in Wellington, Somerset, have got hold of it!!! They are showing the film for three days only, on Monday 17th May until Wednesday 19th May 2004. It starts at 1915hrs and will end at about 2300hrs on each of the three days. My step-son, who is a Projectionist at the cinema, tells me that this will probably be the LAST TIME this 35mm film is ever shown. If you can make it, especially if you were actually in the film, you just HAVE to go and see it. It will be your last chance. You can contact the cinema thus: Telephone 01823 66 66 68 or by e-mail at: wellesleycinema@aol.com If you can come, please introduce yourself to me. Peter Vile
18 April 2004 10:39:30
Name : Fiona Clements-Wragg , Harrogate
Found : Search engine
Message : I am looking for any information on my father and the time he spent in the army. His name is Paul Clements and he was enlisted in approximately 1946 and retired in 1965 from the army, due to deafness. He spent his time with the DCLI, SLI and KOYLI's and alot of time in the Far East. We are trying to gather accurate information of his time in the army, Dad passed away 3 1/2 years ago and any information anyone has on him would be very much appreciated. Thank you.
11 April 2004 21:17:10
Name : Bob Franklin , Harare
Message : My Great Grandfather and Grandfather served in the DCLI. My Grandfather Bob Franklin was the Band Master for the Battalion. He was the first British Soldier to die of Natural causes. Would dearly love to get in contact with another Franklin.
22 March 2004 19:03:28
Name : David Gilbert , Crawley
Found : Just surfing
Message : My father served in the 2nd Bn DCLI from the 27.4.44 until the 13.6.1950. If anyone has information of my father I would be please to hear from you. My father died in 1969. when I was a boy so any information of my father would be of help or the 2Bn during these times.
13 March 2004 22:17:30
Name : John Warren , Fareham
Found : Search engine
Message : My great-uncle, John Dower Warren 18985, DCLI, was killed along with 105 others from 6th Batt.at Delville Wood, Somme, on 18th August 1916.Anyone have any info about this particular day?
26 February 2004 21:52:37
Name : stephen david thomas brown , birmingham
Found : Search engine
Message : grandson of thomas brown, duke of cornwalls light infantry (photo albums)pow camp pic.
26 February 2004 01:41:03
Name : Michael Porter , Norfolk
Found : From ad banner
Message : I am searching for any information/records for NORMAN ALBERT HAll, Born 1898. served in India, Ireland and Malta?
23 February 2004 19:52:32
Name : mark northcott , HORSHAM
Message : i am looking for information on my uncle Driver Henry Northcott Duke of Cornwall light infantry who was captured at Dunkirk
21 February 2004 11:46:19
Name : CLIFFORD C. EDLIN , hull, canada
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Message : I am searching for Colin J Curran band boy (No:23478256)He was 16years old in 1957. Can anyone help?? (#111, 65 boul. Fournier, Hull, Quebec, j8x 3p6, CANADA.)Thanks
14 February 2004 15:35:05
Name : Arthur Coates , Benfleet
Message : My father served in the DCLI 2nd. bt corporal Albert Coates No.5438521.He died in action on 21/04/43 in North Africa. Can anyone help with any info. Many thanks. Arthur Coates
30 January 2004 20:57:37
Name : Martin Richards , Sudbury
Found : Search engine
Message : I am trying to find where my great uncle fell during the Battle of the Somme. His name was Horace Garfield Hugh.
15 January 2004 15:44:14
Name : John Everall
Message : Can anyone help Iam looking for info on my father John Clifford Everall.L/Cpl 5437149 in the DCLI. POW 140146 and resident in Stalag 11B Fallingbostel at the end of the war Belived to have been captured in North Africa 194??? Anyone with info or pictures please get in touch.
02 January 2004 18:05:35
Name : Mike Colton , Hereford UK
Homepage : http://www.alliedspecialforces.org
Found : Search engine
Message : Dear All, Just to let you know about the Manchester Military Tattoo at the Manchester Evening News Arena on July 17th. 2004. The Band of the Parachute Regiment and the Band of the Light Division will accompany others to remember the 60th. Anniversary of D. Day and Arnhem. Further details available from www.fieldgun.co.uk or from Frank Willcock MBE 0161-287-7566. Regards Mike Colton Secretary Allied Special Forces Association Office 11, Cattle Market, Hereford HR4 9HX 01432-357666 postroom@alliedspecialforces.org www.alliedspecialforces.org
22 December 2003 20:27:56
Name : Michael Stiles , Kewadin Michigan USA
Message : Greetings, I am doing research on a former officer of this unit and would like any info. regarding one LT. W. G. Rawlinson D.C.L.I. It appears that he served the Regt.in South Africa C. 1890s-1900 . Any more info. would be greatly appreciated. M.S.
02 December 2003 13:04:15
Name : CPL Green , 2RRF
Homepage : BFPO 806
Message : Grandson of Bug H Green served (known) 2nd DCLI Cologne 17th Oct 1924 also Squad 5 ? Jan 1923 (have some photos) does anyone have info of personel serving at same time/location.
19 November 2003 14:38:47
Name : Allen Burton
Found : Search engine
Message : Known WWII service history of Pte. Victor Lynes on: http://mysite.freeserve.com/victor.lynes.dcli/index.jhtm. Captured north Africa 1942. Any additional info gratefully received.
23 October 2003 21:01:58
Name : Butler, Alan , Gloucester
Message : I was at the Reunionm of Palestine Veterans at Eden camp this weekend. This is an annual event. Where were the other members of the 2nd Battn who where in Palestine during the troubles therefrom 1945? This reunion is to remember those who did not make it home from that country. Nearly a 1000 did not.
19 October 2003 19:07:39
Name : Basil Thomas , llandrindod wells
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Message : transfered to ROYAL BERKS 1946
14 October 2003 21:17:59
Name : Susan Richardson nee Robinson , Swindon
Message : Does anyone remember Arthur Robinson usually known as Rob. He was with DCLI on D-Day and was injured. He passed away aged 50 in 1965. Would love to hear from anyone who knew him, or anything about him
06 October 2003 22:13:30
Name : Brian Simmons , West Linton, Pebblesshire, Scotland
Found : Search engine
Message : Researching my Uncle, Private Harold Simmons No 34868 DCLI died 21/10/1918 Nr Solesmes. Have found cwgc records but would like to know more, like date of enlistment or any other info.
26 September 2003 16:16:09
Name : Margaret Anderson , Reading England
Found : Search engine
Message : reserching my grandfathers tracks during WW1. Name was William Leevers. 1st batt. DCLI in Ypres in 1915. mentions a "Jackson" who was killed June 16th but cant find any info on him in cwgc records.Grateful for any info.
24 September 2003 21:08:47
Name : Ivan Clowsley, Wolverhampton, Staffs
Found : Search engine
Message : I am doing some research into the family name and found an entry for Charles T. Clowsley in these pages and I would like to pass on my respects to all the service men and women who paid the ultimate price serving their country.
25 August 2003 10:47:53
Name : pete Mason
Found : Search engine
Message : Any one from the DCLI out there remember being stationed at Newhaven East Sussex, and involved in construction work at HMS Forward in '42-44? DCLI apparently built some toilet blocks at the entrance to this underground complex.See our website www.secret-tunnels.co.uk or email me. Thanks Pete
07 July 2003 13:00:45
Name : Roy Jory
Message : Edwin Jory served in ww1 with the 5 DCLI he died 4-7-1915 his father then was posted to france in August 1915 he was also called Edwin can any one give me imfo on them.Edwin snr served in the ASC.
22 May 2003 14:01:29
Name : Roy Jory , Newcastle
Message : Researching Edwin Jory died 4 july 1915.5DCLI would like to know how and why he is buried up in Northimberland.any thing will help best regards Roy.
22 May 2003 13:55:58
Name : Hugh Richardson , Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
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Message : I am interested to learn any details relating to an old friend of our family, Edwin Sandys Dorchester Pentreath. If anyone has any information on either the remarkable career of this warrior or what became of him I would be keen to hear from them. I know he eventually retired to live in Malta on Gozo Island if memory serves.
10 May 2003 10:48:25
Name : Keith Scudamore
Message : Please, does anyone know the latest Email address of Charlotte Lewall/husband Jim in Canada. Charlotte is the daughter of the late Lt. Col. Tom Meredith QM
08 May 2003 23:41:14
Name : Michael Hunter , Washington, England
Message : I'm trying to fill in some gaps in my dad's memory. So if there is anyone out there who remembers WALTER HUNTER from SUNDERLAND, DCLI no.14675167 1943 to 1947 who landed in France just after D-Day. He was wounded in an action at some woods but cannot remember where they were or which hospital he was evacuated to, he thinks it was in Belgium somewhere. If anyone can help or tell me how I might be able to get this information I would appreciate it.
08 April 2003 20:43:36
Name : Sue Page , Bristol
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Message : Thanks for a really interesting and informative sight. i've visited the museum at Bodmin as well, and have great admiration for all the hard work involved.My dad served in the DCLI in WW2, unfortunately he passed away in 1970, at the young age of 50. i have a photo dated 1943 and signed by all in it. it says 22nd P.T.C. Markeaton Park Derby, with Dad in the front row. Dad was STANLEY DAVID BALE the rest of the men in the photo are ?Sounter, Carter W. Williams Welby & J Hirschfield. Has anyone any memories of my Dad?
07 April 2003 22:35:26
Name : pat linford , birmingham uk
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Message : try ti find information for family tree onlance corporal leonand george holt of the duke of cornwalls light infantry abort 1938
24 March 2003 03:16:33
Name : Patrick James Healy , Hong Kong
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Message : In memory of my Grandfather (Corporal James Healy) served in the 5th BN DCLI during the Second World War. He was killed on Monday 19th February 1945, aged 22 years.
23 January 2003 06:13:10
Name : Mr G Caton , Chelmsford, Essex, England
Message : Looking for any detail on a CHARLES ARTHUR BASS WW1 from Thaxted Essex. Subsequently joined Royal Dublin Fusiliers. Awarded the MM. Died of wounds 11.11.1918 Rouen, France
21 January 2003 18:44:54
Name : Carol Walsh , London
Message : I am interested in hearing from anyone who can provide details of my father's time in the service. His name was Joseph Hurt and he served in WWII in France and Germany. He also took part in sporting contests including a boxing match of which I have a photograph, after the war as part of the BAOR.
19 January 2003 20:59:30
Name : Roland Torrens , Canberra, Australia
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Message : My great uncle was Sgt Maj Harry Pedrick who was in Ballykinlar in 1920 I would be interested in learning more about his service in DCLI if possible
18 January 2003 01:47:06