These are not online but you can access them at The National Archives or hire a researcher to do that for you.Paul, Hello im wondering if you can help me?Ive recently found out that my Great Great Grandfather William Butt served in the Worcestershire Regiment 1st Volunteer Battalion. Military research. I welcome insights about regimental numbering but I do not have time to respond to individual research queries here. Can you tell me from his number when and which battalion he joined ? 1948-1970. Do you know if his military records may have survived? He simply appears to have served in both regiments, transferring from one to the other. Thanks for posting. On the 10th July 1944 the attack on Hill 112 started and went on for nearly two weeks. Monday 4th August 2014 marks 100 years since the start of the World War One. Visit the RESEARCH tab on this blog. 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? Extracts from the notebook of Lieutenant William Tunstall who served with the 36th Regtiment during the Peninsular War. But his father was galway born. Rachel. I have records of both his King & Queens medals from the Second Boer War. I do not have any information on this man. I note my Great Grandfather #1332 joined Feb 3, 1885 is not listed and also my Grandfather 10491 who joined in 1912 is not listed. I assumed he emigrated to Australia at some point, but I dont even know what his first name is. Thank you especially for your The numbers and dates published are to provide guidance regarding the dates on which the intervening regimental numbers must have been issued. Thanks. Do you know if any exist?Any additional info might you be able to discover?CheersJohn, Without checking my database it lookslike an early 1908/1909 enlistment into this TF battalion. Here's hoping I've not been too much of a painNick LabandTrench Laband Twitter, All understood, Nick, no problem about jumping in. Five officers serving with the Battalion were awarded the Distinguished Service Order and a further seven awarded the Military Cross. Regimental numbering sequences between 1881 and 1918. (Click here or the header above for the Forum), WorcestershireRegiment.com (2002-2015) by Louis Scully, 1st BATTALION - 1944-45 - MEDALS & CITATIONS, LOST DIARY OF LIEUT. My grandfather James Francis Burke 9331, 2nd bttn Worcester regiment was a regular before WW1. Many thanks. ", Worcestershire 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! 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 . He was a reservist who was called back to the colours in 1914 and survived the retreat from Mons. 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 Their battle honours include Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan. We believe they were both 2nd battalion in Africa and they were both POWs. And of course we've all learned something new re the cap badge.The very reason why I want to get involved. Transferred to Reserve Staff (?) It was retitled as 17th Garrison Bn of the Worcestershire Regiment on 25 May 1918 18 June 1918: transferred to 121st Brigade in 40th Division Overview. [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 . I know his war grave is in the Warlencourt British Cemetary. Do you know how i can find any information on him regarding the war? Is there a way to clarify this please? http://grandeguerre.icrc.org/, Thanks Paul, didn't know that site existed, some great information, Good afternoon Paul, I am researching my great granddad war history.I was told the following:First name(s) SelwynLast name RatledgeService number 316754, 651957Rank PrivateCorps Northumberland Fusiliers, Labour CorpsService record Soldier Number: 316754, Rank: Private, Corps: Northumberland FusiliersService record 2 Soldier Number: 651957, Rank: Private, Corps: Labour CorpsWhat I would like to know what battalion was he with when in service please, Paul316754 looks like a TF number to me: 21st Provisional Battalion, later 35th Battalion. Unit/Battalion/Regiment: 2 Worcestershire Regiment. Thank you for visiting this blog. Ok, thanks Chris. Hi paul. If you have a specific query please drop me a line at the address above and I'll tell you whether I can help or not. British Army regiments. I'm sorry, I can find nobody with that name/number combination for the DLI. CraigRecords for the Volunteer Force do not survive as a complete collection although you do find some papers scattered within WO 363 / WO 364 and WO 97. 10188 Pte J Reid RM.I see that there is a Deal in Kent UK, but don't understand what RM stands for.Thanking you Alan KitchenSydney Australia, It's a Royal Marines number, Alan, and that' what the RM stands for. I am struggling to find any information in the Army records about him - Robert Stenhouse Hanley born in West Derby 19/10/1887 and according to his Teacher Registration Certification he was in the Army as above. We know that he became a POW and was held in Germany, is there anyway of knowing precisely which camp or camps he was held at? I know he died at battle of loos 25th Sept 1915, I also have his medal record, but that's it. First World War research. Click here or image for details, This database contains over 50,000 names and aims to cover all who served with the Worcestershire Regiment during The Great War. 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). can't thank you enough for the work you have done for me. back to the numbering: 6383 joined on 3rd June 1901 6656 joined on 13th January 1902 7445 joined on 2nd January 1903 8196 joined on 29th January 1904 9259 joined on 27th May 1905 From there I'm not sure what transpired. If I don't think I can add anything I will tell you, but if I Hi wonder if you can help me i have just found my grandfathers Militia attestation form on FMP W. Lamping number 3608. He was to remain with the battalion until being gassed in October 1918 and evacuated to Britain. I managed to find his name and other particulars on WW1 Service Medal and Award Rolls, but little else. British Army 917 Private The Royal Warwickshire Regiment 15th (Service) Battalion (2nd Birmingham) . In all probability, yes, although there is much that can be gleaned from the regimental numbers so all is not completely lost. You'll appreciate that John Davis is a very common name, hence the need for as much information as you can muster.Paul, Dear Paul,I am trying to investigate the history of my grandfather Lt. Llewelyn Roberts, who was in the 11th Battalion of the South Wales Borderers, which I understand were formed at Brecon on 5 December 1914,by the Welsh National Executive Committee, (David Lloyd George) and disbanded in France on 27 February 1918. My list shows "Depot, Winchester" as well, Colin. Kings Royal Rifle Corps R-8493 and Devonshire Regiment 54781.ThanksHelen. The information was presented to me in a way that was easy to read and understand. Eventually he joined the 8th Hussars as a farrier No 314829 his residence at the time of his marriage was Cavalry Barracks, Fulford road, York this was on 27 February 1926, he was 31 years old. He married Sarah Ann O'Neill Aug 6, 1885 at St. Andrews in Dublin Ireland. India & has king & queens clap medals. We would love to find out more about this soldier, and also to try and solve the mystery of how it came into my grandparents possession. First World War research. "Pauls Any information would be welcome, thanks. RAMC regimental number 1555.He has born in December 1895 so his entry to theatre in November 1914 would have meant he was under 18 at the time. He was sent back to England to recover. Records include details of Service, Medals, Gallantry Awards, Assignments as well as details of rank. Moderators:Kevin Lynott, peter, LarsA Post a new topic 117 topics Page 1of 3 1, 2, 3 Topics Replies Views He was sent into action in France, I think, where he was seriously wounded. Doesn't even have to be a relative. hi Paul I'm trying to find some information about my Grandfather Thomas Kavanagh and his brothers who fought in WW1. to determine parameters for when your own Worcestershire Regimentancestor The morning of 18th November 1944 saw the 1st Battalion Worcestershire Regiment move across the Dutch/German boarder and commenced their attack on German soil to take the village of Tripsrath. service. 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. Everyone is welcome to make a post on the forum!!!! That rules out the man of the same name I saw with Boer War service wih this regiment then. Records post 1920 are not yet in the public domain. Objective was achieved but Lieut. Mike, can you drop me a line to paulcanixon@gmail.com. Service number: 7998. Note though that these numbers are only for regular Any help you may be able to give me would be greatly appreciated. 1st Invalids - 41st (Welsh) Regiment of Foot later The Welsh Regiment (first raised as the Regiment of Invalids, in 1688) Agile and Bolton Wanderers - Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Ally Sloper's Cavalry - Army Service Corps (humorous back . Hello, could you give an example of what you're able to find out about the average soldier for your paid service? This can be done, with patience, or by dropping me a line via the RESEARCH tab if you wanted to commission this research.Paul, HiAlbert Henry Gookey (1889-1926) - 4th Middlesex Regiment Regimental Number: L/11184 (joined 1906 aged 17). PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE COMMENTING. Warriors United Kingdom Great grand father returned mission complete with no lives lost . The 2nd Battalion scouts were sent on ahead to reconnoitre and cut wire, led by Lieut. he was in the duke of cornwalls. Best Regards, Tony. Hi I am trying to track down details for John Davis who I believed served with the 3rd Gloucester Regiment. His regiment # was 27224 and his rank was Lance Corporal. This website contains a large collection of photos which have been submitted by members of the public. Board indexWorcestershire RegimentRegimental Numbers 1881 to 1920 Change font size FAQ Login Regimental Numbers 1881 to 1920 Post information here about individual army numbers or post a query about an individual and his army number. D Phillips41223 David PhillipsLance Corporal1914Norfolk Regiment. the British Army for the last 40 years and I know where to look and what to I have found his medal card, which states he was in 15th london regiment, 705282, 23rd London regiment, a/204954, and the ASC remounts, R/4/232361. Thanks Pam. Hi PaulI am trying to find out if Lawrence Connolly RDF #22151, born Navan Co Meath, who died in France on 16th August 1916, is my Grand Uncle Lawrence Connolly born in Co Meath on 26th August 1873. I have a copy of his army record and I have looked through the war record of the battalian, but I have not found any record of his secondment. Graeme, it was not unknown for men to join county regiments which were miles away from what might be considered their local regiment - particularly with later enlistments - and so I wouldn't rule this man out. His service records for this period appear to be lost and my son would like to know when and where he served as he wishes to honour his memory during the centenary commemorations. Simon, it was my pleasure to help you, thanks for posting this comment. The plans illustrate the engagements recorded in the book, and are designed to depict the part played by the several battalions in their battles and to enable the visitor to the battlefields to recognise the ground on which each fight took place, as much as to make clear the general course of those actions. Could you possibly help me with the research of my great grand father. Which part of the country he was from? Please drop me a line via the RESEARCH tab if you would like to know more about pursuing this angle. Email paulcanixon@yahoo.co.ukPaul, I'd be grateful for any information that would help me understand the role that my maternal grandfather played in WW1. See the link on this page. When he was fit again he was sent to join the Worcestershire Regiment. There is a militia record for a 7687 Pte Ernest Walker on FMP who transferred to the regular army. Regiment pension and service records. He was 21 born 1891 in Newport wales. Regimental number series. Hi Paul.My husband's great uncle George Godley (service no 6392) was in the 1st Battalian Coldstream Guards. at the age of 19 he was on the 1891 census living in Edinburgh, occupation Railway Porter. I have been told that he got medals too, but still unable to find anything.Surely if he was discharged unfit medically then why would Nr have been reinstated a year later? The museum is unlikely to be able to help, I would have thought, and they won't hold service records which are all in WO 363 and WO 364 - assuming they survive. The division was taken over by the War Office in September 1915. Have a look here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/requests-for-personal-data-and-service-records. Their troop had a monkey mascot . However, I can see that he was also registered as formerly Regimental Number 32420, North Staffs Regt. I'm trying to research my great grandfather, and struggling. The Worcestershire Rifles (Worcs Rifles) was a volunteer, part-time unit of the British Army based in the county of Worcestershire which had a long, yet split history in two units before merging into the larger Worcestershire Regiment.Following active service in both World Wars, during which its strength was doubled into three battalions, the unit was reduced to a company, and later expanded . I'm not sure of the circumstance but my great great grandmother Sarah Ann and my great grandmother Margaret Ann ended up in Belfast (I'm not certain if that was John Killen's home where family lived) or why they ended up t here since Sarah Ann listed her family living in Wicklow. The cap badge at this time took the star device from the 29th and the motto, FIRM, from the 36th, believed to have been awarded to them for their service at the Battle of Lauffield, 1747, although not . Hello, I am looking for information on Frank Aubrey Rawlings 20th L.A.S.S. It was my pleasure to assist you, Neil, and thank you for taking the time to post your thanks on this blog. From Ancestry.co.uk research I am assuming his service record was one of those destroyed in blitz. His wife was Johanna Blanch.I know his wife and children were born in Waterford, Ireland and this is where he married. He could have joined as a boy from the age on 14 but it was equally possible he could have lied about his age. from the Militia on 11th May 1809, and joined at Battle, Sussex, where it was busy re-organizing, and replacing losses sustained during the Retreat to Corunna. His grandson was in contact with you on 12 October 2016 at 20:01. Finally the 1st Battalion Worcestershire Regiment carried out a night attack (22nd/23rd July 1944) in which they suffered many casualties, including Major Peter Weston who was killed by machine gun fire at the top of Hill 112. to form the Worcestershire Regiment. Allan Matthew Hauxwell, I know he served in the Durham Light Infantry, his service number is listed as 7440. The regiment fought in many conflicts, including both the First and Yes, you'd expect to see a six digit number if he was still serving when the TF was renumbered. He was killed in action I believe on the 18th Oct 1916. I am trying to find photos of him and his battalion? Regiment/Corps. He possibly worked in a coal mine before enlisting - maybe 1904? He was a regular member of the Regiment Shooting team. !Christopher Hebden had previous service in Scarborough Police and Monmouthshire Constabulary plus years of experience with horses, prior to joining up.Please let me know if you'd like more details - including sight of photos. Do you know why they were missed? Luckily, the surname is not common and that's always a boon in family history research.Paul. It later became Known as the 29th Regiment of Foot. Is there any further information about his war record? He was called up in early 1918 and went into baracks in Doncaster initially.His regimental number was 95608, 13th battalion DLI.His demob account was paid in 3 instalments in Jan 1919.Is it at all possible to find out anything about his service in 1918? But he was the only man from black watch killed on that day so I wondered if he was injured earlier and died from injuries?Secondly - my own grandfather. His year Of Birth was 1898 and he was aged 19 on his date of death, which was 12 Oct 1917 . RESEARCH "Paul's service was fast, efficient and brilliant. & served in Africa. I'd love for you to go over what I have and fill in any gaps, or at least confirm my findings. This man has surviving papers which you can download provided you pay Findmypast: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/search-result/?q=chapman+323023, Hello Paul,I would just like to say thank you for your time in finding out what happened to my great-great-grandfather. Highly recommended read. Bond, regimental number 16478, Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry.Obviously Im not related to him, but would like to find out what ever I can about him. I have his Service number 199 from when he was awarded the Volunteer long Service Medal. CWGC and Soldiers Died state 1st Battalion West Yorks, but I have a photo showing 1/5th battalion. Ill just work on my twitter construction.I'm pleased you have found a name for the man. Published in 1891 this book provides a full history of the 29th Regiment of Foot (later designated the Worcestershire Regiment) from 1694 to 1891. I also have a record of his belonging returned to his sister following his death in 1904. I understand that these barracks were platooned by the Royal Welsh Light (dragoons) of which James was. He was also 672, Royal Irish Fusiliers, Claire. By quoting the PRO Reference number you will be able to gain access to the document and make copies as required. Also see here: http://www.longlongtrail.co.uk/army/regiments-and-corps/the-british-infantry-regiments-of-1914-1918/northumberland-fusiliers/Paul, Hi Paul,I'm trying to trace my great grandfather's service;Name - Titus LoweService no. If you'd like me to research him more, please visit the RESEARCH tab. and in 2020 its numbers will have fallen to 82,000, a poor reward, one would have thought, for all past endeavours. 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011. R. C. T. GOODWIN (1940), WORCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT OFFICERS & MEN IN RFC, FRED "JOE" LYNCH - FROM THE RANKS TO LIEUT.-COLONEL. He served In RGA as a gunner F Chapman service number 323023. If you want me to undertake paid research, please follow the instructions on the RESEARCH tab. Fred Harwood603. A magnificent publication it is with its profusion of maps, illustrations and photos - each page of photos contains several. Is that 3rd batalion?Kind regardsRobert, Hi Paul,I'm trying to find some more information about Arthur Smith, Rifle Brigade, 6726,POW. Free shipping for many products! We know he was wounded in 1914 at Aisne or Marne. Nevertheless it would be possible to work out date of joining and dates of transfer. This however, was to be the regiments worst showing and its fortunes would improve dramatically over the next twenty years. I've previously secured a copy of what I believe my grandfather's discharge papers. No further details known. Thomas Rampton (SR/3564 on Thiepval), 13th Bn Middlesex Regiment, date of death 31-08-16. Ltd Ausgabe - EUR 124,78. 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? Hi,I hope you can help me trace the steps of my grandfather, he originally joined the Cheshire Regiment in Stockport, Cheshire as this is our home town. Many years ago (late 70s, early 80s) my dad worked on a local Sydney council, and one day he came home with a WWI 1914/15 star medal he found with some rubbish he was clearing up. The 3rd Gloucester Regiment was the Special Reserve battalion and so he must have been living in (or within spitting distance of) the county to have served with that particular battalion. Regards, He may be one of these men but I could find nothing when I searched for an exact match on BERTIE HORTON: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/search-result/?q=*Bert*+warwick*+horton. Husband of Margaret (King) married 1913 and father to Evelyn born 1914. Hi Paul,I recently came across some information on my great grandfather, David Walker. Free shipping for many products! DOB 1883 DOD 1917cheersRussell. My advice to you would be to make the most of Findmypast's free weekend of military records this weekend and scour what's online. Thanks in advance, Vanessa. His Army Number is 12398, and he enlisted about 28 November 1914, and he was assigned to the 13th Bn.If you can help me with and other information, I would be much obliged.Terry Whittaker, Hello Terry, this man does have surviving papers. We'd also love some photos as we have none. You wouldn't know for sure unless you had access to his attestation papers. Hi, i'm looking for any additional information regarding my G-Grandfather Henry (Harry) Albert Parsons. Also consider contacting the Westren Front Association to see if they hold pension details for him: https://www.westernfrontassociation.com/all-about-the-wfa/wfa-news-events/pension-records.htmlPaul, Hello Paul, I'm researching some relatives of ours (3 brothers, who were my husband's great uncles) who tragically all died at the Sommme within 3 weeks of each other. Ray Asst. I can give you quite a bit we've found, though some information (from census info) is contradictory realting to date of births. Is it possible to find out what the wounds were and where he sustained the?. 1903-1913 which, amongst other things, carries a complete roll of honour for Worcestershire Regiment men between 1808 and 1960! Barry - probably not, unless he has a service record in WO 363 which details this OR there is a record in MH 106 (at the National Archives) OR there is a report in a local newspaper. Totally Free There is a good chance that he continued to serve after the vital 1921 cut-off date for records and that his service record is still held by the Ministry of Defence. Cherry on the cake would be if you could perhaps find any war diary entries to show his movements in Africa and/or France.Cheers, Keith. He had 5 brothers (maybe 6) who fought in the war. I discovered that he was taken as a prisoner of war at the battle of Hulluch, but am unsure of where he was taken. Here are some sample army service numbers and corresponding joining dates for regular soldiers enlisting with the Gloucestershire Regiment between July 1881 and August 1914. i have not been able to find anything yet on the available websites, please can u point me in the right direction. Thanks, Please drop me a line at the email address above, including your grandfather's regimental numbers, and I'll let you know what I can provide.Paul, Hi Paul, I am researching a 4039 3rd Dragoon Man James Simpson Reid, and with this regimental number it appears that he joined just before the Boer War. You can request this yourself and photograph the pages but iy you don;t have the time or inclination for this, please drop me a line: paulcanixon@gmail.com or paulcanixon@yahoo.co.uk. you found for me is most impressive.". 1939-1947 WW 2 I've been researching Unfortunately through the Generations records on him have been fragmented/lost with his Rels in Australia and other Countries. Wife Grace McLeod. Any direction on this would be gratefully received. I was hoping his records would confirm this and also help me to find out how he met Johanna in Ireland. Shown as 20/05/1916 30 Div . At least I now have a first name for him.Regards,Scott. 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. I would like to find out what he was up to in 1916 and whether he actually was in France as stated on his marriage certificate.Best regards,Julia. He was discharged in 1915. On the back it had Private J. Find a stables in Worcestershire on Gumtree, the #1 site for Stuff for Sale classifieds ads in the UK. Prior enlistment info, training, regimental records, medal records, war diaries and much more. Sign Up. If you need help Thank you for any help.Kind regardsTony. His name is Harry Burney Eagles and I cannot find any records of him anywhere. From there Sarah Ann met a James Ardis and they had six children all of which are on the 1901 and 1911 census. I can't find anything specific on ancestry and any searches bring up alot of records as he has a common name. Drop a lineto. The table below records the number blocks allocated to each corps or regiment. Killed in action 29 Jan 1916, buried Rifle House cemetery, Belgium. Alexander Reid, 9th (TF) Battalion. the-gloucestershire-regiment-regimental-special-british-soldier-in-the-20th-century-s 2/10 Downloaded from old.ijm.org on March 3, 2023 by guest My father said he served with the Fife and Forfar Yeomanry but I can't seem to find much about him. 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. The Worcestershire Regiment lost some 10,000 men during the conflict. At this moment I don't even know what battalion/unit he was in.Any assistance gratefully received.Nick. Poole, with many others were killed. During this period many Worcestershire Regiment officers and men where transferred to the RFC, which later became the RAF. The Worcestershire Regiment was a line infantry regiment in the British Army, . I am researching Drummer William Cook 5th Battalion Yorks and Lancs Regiment gassed and died 19th December 1915. Google Irish Guards Archive. He was born in Birmingham Midlands. General Service Hat. It was then the custom for Regiments to be named after their Colonels, and this new Regiment was named Farringtons Regiment of Foot. I have no details other than a photo of him with two other soldiers. If you can find us any information it would be greatly appreciated. Many soldiers of the Worcestershire Regiment have been awarded this medal since its introduction.

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