List of nicknames of British Army regiments - Military Wiki It later became Known as the 29th Regiment of Foot. Thanks Joanna x, Thanks for your interesting post, Joanna. Public Records Office - Worcestershire Regiment Find a stables in Worcestershire on Gumtree, the #1 site for Stuff for Sale classifieds ads in the UK. The 2nd Battalion scouts were sent on ahead to reconnoitre and cut wire, led by Lieut. Page 1 of 500. We'd also love some photos as we have none. If you want me to undertake paid research, please follow the instructions on the RESEARCH tab. Any help would be grateful, Mark, re Gunner Chapman. R. C. T. GOODWIN (1940), WORCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT OFFICERS & MEN IN RFC, FRED "JOE" LYNCH - FROM THE RANKS TO LIEUT.-COLONEL. Special Reserve and Territorial Force battalions operated Hello Paul, I was hoping to attach a photo of the back of a WW1 postcard I have. He was James Paterson Reid, formerly Paterson, born in 1896 in Aberdeen. hi Pauli am looking for details on my great grandfather John Feeney. Free shipping for many products! During the First World War, members of the Regiment were awarded nine Victoria Crosses, 70 Distinguished Service Orders(and 12 bars), 288 Military Crosses(and 36 bars), 227 Distinguished Conduct Medals(and 8 bars). New Book which tells the story of Norton Barracks from 1874 to 1982 and of the soldiers who served there. Army Service Numbers 1881-1918: RESEARCH On the back it had Private J. There is undoubtedly more that can be researched for him; please drop me a line: paulcanixon@yahoo.co.uk if you want to progress this. The Gloucestershire Regiment Regimental Special British Soldier In The worcestershireregiment.com Worcestershire Regiment (29th/36th of Foot) most enquiries around within a week. I don't think there's any mystery here, Andy. Army Service Numbers 1881-1918: Site Index D Phillips41223 David PhillipsLance Corporal1914Norfolk Regiment. The regiment fought in many conflicts, including both the First and Ben, thank you for taking the time and trouble to say so; it was my pleasure to be able to help you. 13th Bn. Does this mean they are lost and no further details can be found?John Feeney born 1880 Burtonwood, Lancashire. Paul, you can drop me a line to paulcanixon@yahoo.co.uk. It won't costyou the odds either. Ok, thanks Chris. If you need help Re Percy Wesley, find his British War and Victory Medal roll entry on Ancestry and then use that information to summon up the war diaries. Pls drop me a line if you would like more assistance. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Worcestershire Regiment Worcester 1950 British Army Military History Mercian at the best online prices at eBay! Other rank prisoners of war 1914. You can also post questions about the regiment. PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE COMMENTING. My grandfather James Francis Burke 9331, 2nd bttn Worcester regiment was a regular before WW1. you found for me is most impressive.". In 2007 the regiment became the 2nd Battalion Mercian Regiment. Division within WO - Armed Forces Service Records; WO 339 - War Office: Officers' Services, First World War, Long Number Papers (numerical) Subseries within WO 339 - Officers Services (including Civilian Dependants and Military Staff Appointments): Long Service Papers; This record (browse from here by hierarchy or by reference) Toggle hierarchy I can't find anything specific on ancestry and any searches bring up alot of records as he has a common name. 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. Hello, i am trying to find out my Fathers service number in order for me to gain his service records. Search for "Birmingham, Warwickshire" in birthplace | Lives of the Register. 1; 2; 3; 500; Next; Phone Number +49 9837976333. I am looking for information regarding my Grand Father Andrew J Farrington Service number 9666 who served in the RDF or the Connaught Rangers during WWIIs there a data base or data that you can point me to Thank you. It seems that the number of visitors and pageviews on this site is too low to be displayed, sorry. Please let me know if this is something you could help with? What is a section "D"?The second puzzle is more complicated. 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 thanks Karen, Karen, not as far as I know, although there will be a medal card, medal rolls, soldiers' effects entry, Soldiers Died in The Great War entry, census returns etc that will all help you piece together more information, plus information on CWGC etc. Military research. First World War research. Worcestershire Regiment 5239001 - 5328000 Royal Berkshire Regiment 5328001 - 5373000 Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Light Infantry 5373001 - 5429000 The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry 5429001 - 5485000 Hampshire Regiment 5485001 - 5562000 Wiltshire Regiment 5562001 - 5608000 Devonshire Regiment 5608001 - 5662000 So far I have discovered that he was kicked in the abdomen by men off duty and was hospitalised off and on until he was discharged in March 1915.However in December 1916 when he marries Elsie Jane Adams in Aberdeen it clearly states on the marriage certificate that he was currently stationed in France and is a gunner for B Battallion in the Machine Gun Corps. There does not appear to be a surving record for this man, Chris. Any information would be greatfully received.RegardsMike, Hi Paul. Free shipping for many products! Telephone Number: 020 8876 3444, fax: 020 8392 5286 Below is a list of Worcestershire Regiment records and documents which are held at the PRO Kew. WW2. When available photos, family and other details may also be included. What was Intresting about him was he joined the Juke of Cornwalls light Infrenty in 1891 aged 16yrs old. 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. Do you think there will be anything you can find out about reason for this and dates/battles he served etc? The table below records the number blocks allocated to each corps or regiment. Mar 2020 - Present3 years 1 month. Any information would be welcome, thanks. Re 9666 Farrington, you can search for this man on my British Army Ancestors webiste: https://britisharmyancestors.co.uk/, Re 7440 Hauxwell; Ashley you can download his record from Findmypast. Thank you for visiting this blog. 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. It was then the custom for Regiments to be named after their Colonels, and this new Regiment was named Farringtons Regiment of Foot. But I have reason to believe that John was born in Bristol. 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. Unfortunately, I don't know the names of the other 4 or 5 brothers, only that they all died. Even if a service record survives it is unlikely to show his company. 39796. I've previously secured a copy of what I believe my grandfather's discharge papers. I discovered that he was taken as a prisoner of war at the battle of Hulluch, but am unsure of where he was taken. Thanks Chris. I've only found access to records after 1920 so far. Would it not have been superceded later? which is slightly out from the sequencing, but having not found his actual enlistment date anywhere it'll do. He simply appears to have served in both regiments, transferring from one to the other. Worcestershire Rifles - Wikipedia pinpoint where my great grandfather was KIA and for this I owehim a great The Gloucestershire Regiment Regimental Special British Soldier In The Illustrations are by well-known artists depicting battle scenes including each VC-winning action - apart from Leefe's zeppelin. William Hunter. No further details known. Free shipping for many products! That information simply does not survive. Please note that all Second World War and post 1920 service record enquiries should be addressed straight to the MoD which still holds the records. M.T.A.I.C.Floriana MaltaThe photo is of him beside a truckI am trying to figure out where he is from. He served with the 9th Bn, Nick. Is it possible to tell shich RAMC unit he served with?Regards,Cliff, CliffThanks for posting. Coy. Stables in Worcestershire | Stuff for Sale - Gumtree Allan Matthew Hauxwell, I know he served in the Durham Light Infantry, his service number is listed as 7440. While under heavy rifle fire, and at great . Hi Paul thanks for your quick reply. (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. We know he was wounded in 1914 at Aisne or Marne. 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. Do you know any of the names of the soldiers in your photo of the royal artillery please?I would also be interested in finding out more about my great grandfathers service in Ww1 if you are able to help. Hello, could you give an example of what you're able to find out about the average soldier for your paid service? Can I find his 'wounded records' online? I've seen that he served in the East Kent Regiment (Buffs) Not sure of any other informationKind regardsNikki. I suggest you post a comment on the Great War Forum. Free shipping for many products! & served in Africa. He would have served with the 1st Battalion CR in South Africa, but was subsequently posted to the 2nd Battalion as indicated on the KSA roll). Number 1457 I believe. The Worcestershire Regiment : 5,239,001 : 5,328,000: The Royal Berkshire . Private H. W. Llewellyn, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry, later Worcestershire Regiment India General Service 1908-35, 1 clasp, Burma 1930-32 (5379613 Industry. Pam, his earlier service records may well be with his later papers, which is why you'll need to contact the MoD. Transvaal 1899 !!! Worcestershire Regiment (29th/36th of Foot) Since the Worcestershire Regiment was raised in 1694 there has been many fine commanding officer. I found military records for one of the other soliders in the photo, he was in 2 Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys 2658 elisted 1884 so I'm hoping my Gt Grandfather William Lindsay was also in 2 Dragoons RSG - I cannot find anything on him althought this could be down to spelling errors or burnt documents. Please drop me a line via the RESEARCH tab if you would like to know more about pursuing this angle. Published in 1891 this book provides a full history of the 29th Regiment of Foot (later designated the Worcestershire Regiment) from 1694 to 1891. Have you seen them all? would have joined up. Understanding World War II Army service numbers - Family Tree Worcestershire Regiment - regular battalions - 1881-1914 I have found all of the 'relatively easy' information; medal rolls, CWGC mentions, memorials, a photo, soldier's effects, death cert, newspaper clippings, etc. The newly formed regiment was established as the county regiment for Worcestershire and started numbering from 1 in 1881. He served with the Warwickshire R.G.A. to form the Worcestershire Regiment. Hi Paul, just done some research on my Gr,Grandfather David Flynn. He was born in Birmingham Midlands. The only information I have on him (James Law) is that he may have joined up at the Hulme Barracks (near his home). Here is what I have:Name - Leslie Fotherby Dixon, born Leeds, Yorkshire 1890-03-14Served - 1914 until 1919-03-14Rank - SergeantRegiment - Household Cavalry and Cavalry of the LineRegimental # - 260003Sub Unit - Corps of Hussars. Hi Paul,I'm trying to find out information on my great great grandfather. Hello Paul,Great site thank you!My Grandfather was P/2917 L/Cpl HEBDEN, Christopher. Hi i am trying to find out about my grandfather who enlisted under age. The 33rd Division was an infantry division of the British Army that was raised in 1914, during the First World War.The division was raised from volunteers for Lord Kitchener's New Armies, that was originally made up of infantry battalions raised by public subscription or private patronage. A source, date, and location would be appreciated. Royal Army Service Corps. Paul, Thank you very much for this. Appendices provide the Roll of Honour; Honours and Awards including Mention in Despatches, with date of Gazette (for Companion' of the British Empire read Commander'); details of Badges, Colours and Distinctions of the regiment; and the music for regimental marches. Mary - please contact me via the RESEARCH tab if you would like me to research this man. He reached the rank of Sergeant in just 2 years and was made Regimental Sergeant Major in 1959. Looks as though the battalion is the 11th County of London, and I have a name for the officer who was in the London Regt so it looks as though it is coming together.Re Twitter, I think just jump in with both feet. As a war unmatched to any seen before or after, World War One, also known as "The Great War", marks one of the most defining moments in modern history. 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. Notes. 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. Thanks Pam. Can you let me know Many thanks Trevor. For the reunion photos by year click on the date below: I'm sorry, I can find nobody with that name/number combination for the DLI. Numbers were allocated to VSC recruits as follows: 1st VSC: numbers within the range 6693 to 6855 2nd VSC: numbers within the range 6808 to 6878 . As with my answer to the previous enquirer on this post, please see here regarding photos. If I don't think I can add anything I will tell you, but if I My question is would have they allowed him to join up in 1891 aged 16. Do you have any suggestions that may help me get a bit more info. James was Private in the South Staffordshire Regiment when he died. Monday 4th August 2014 marks 100 years since the start of the World War One. 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. 1914-1920 WW 1 If he died during WW1 he will be on the CWGC website somewhere: https://www.cwgc.org/, Hi Paul, I am trying to research my grandfather & Great grandfather:William Williams, No. I also know that he served 12 years in the Dorset Regiment during the Boer war, where he was present at 2 campaigns, was wounded twice and received 2 medals, however I can find trace of him for this period. Here's hoping I've not been too much of a painNick LabandTrench Laband Twitter, All understood, Nick, no problem about jumping in. He was living in Edinburgh I believe when enlisting into Army although? A German soldier, Horst Kallmeyer, found the diary and started to use it himself. It existed until 1970, when it was merged into The Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment. Is there any further information about his war record? Paul. 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 He enlist in 1900 at the age of 18 and I believe served in the Boer War.Thank You, Hi when out metal dectecting found a Khedives's Star dating from 1880s reading up on this the individual whould sometimes have there number stamped on it,It has been stamped with RIR 682281would you be able to trace thisRegards Paul wilkin. If this information is not immediately obvious it may still be possible to find out more about him. Re A Jacobs, it would be a case of checking through medal rolls, service records and possibly army lists in the hope of finding a match on that name. Thank you in advance. Nevertheless it would be possible to work out date of joining and dates of transfer. You have completely missed the whole point of the blog. He was sent into action in France, I think, where he was seriously wounded. Thomas Rampton (SR/3564 on Thiepval), 13th Bn Middlesex Regiment, date of death 31-08-16. respond to your enquiry by return, giving you a cost for the service if I think From his medal record it says 3/Bedf.r. Gloucestershire Regiment 5172001 - 5239000 Worcestershire Regiment 5239001 - 5328000 Royal Berkshire Regiment 5328001 - 5373000 Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Light Infantry 5373001 - 5429000 The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry 5429001 - 5485000 Hampshire Regiment 5485001 - 5562000 Wiltshire Regiment 5562001 - 5608000 I have the attestation records and discharge docs, as well as medal index, for my Great Grandad - 3rd Battn Royal Berks 1894, moved to 2nd Battn 1900 and deployed to Africa, then reenlisted ASC 1915 and served in WW1.I've tried to piece together all the contents, but some of the abbreviations mean nothing to me. Hello Paul, We have an inscribed silver tipped stick for A. Jacobs, who had been in the 17th Lancers, dated 1907. There are many Fred Harwoods.I was thinking the M2/15 was a date but the M2 may be the corps.So many variables!! Fred Harwood603. "Pauls I have found the Red Cross listing but this only shows Winchester.kind regardsColin. Is it possible to work out anything about when he started his service from this?Thanks Craig. We are more interested in his earlier number 18681 for Royal Field Artillery. You are now the custodian of the photo but if you want me to publicise it, please send me a digital copy and I'll do so - mail to paulcanixon@{gmail.comPaul, Hi PaulI am trying to find parental details for my late husband's father Charles Aubrey Bolton. I know his war grave is in the Warlencourt British Cemetary. Hi Paul, A difficult one. Can you help me get in contact please? I'm hoping that you can clear up this family mystery. James Rampton (P/252 at Beaumont Hamel), 13th Bn Middlesex Regiment, date of death 31-08-16.Extract from date of death 03-09-16 @ https://firstworldwaronthisday.blogspot.co.uk/search?q=03%2F09%2F1916 under HAMEL MILITARY CEMETERY, BEAUMONT-HAMEL (85)P/252 Rifleman RAMPTON 16th Bn. Hi Paul,I am researching my Great Grandfather,I know he was called William George Daye, he was a private in the Army Service Corps, having enlisted in 1914 his number is 195348 and I have his medals but I can't find his enlistment record, there is also a family rumour that he was a POW in the later part of the war. Glenn Jackson, It was my pleasure to help you, Glenn. 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. Worcestershire Regiment. World War One Photos, Obituaries & Service The addition of two more regular battalions in 1900 had a marked effect on recruitment rates and between June 1901 and May 1911, the regiment added over 6000 men to its books; an annual recruitment rate of 613 men per annum for the last ten years and one which saw recruiting in the regiment surpassed only by The Kings Royal Rifle Corps and Middlesex Regiment. I am by know means an expert on these matters. This is a 1st LTD Edition book from 1928. I have his Service number 199 from when he was awarded the Volunteer long Service Medal. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Worcestershire rifle volunteers Sweetheart Brooch Veteran Badge Cast Bronze at the best online prices at eBay! Unit/Battalion/Regiment: 2 Worcestershire Regiment. Frank, I'd need to research him. What records do you check? Thank you especially for your It reads "See or Sec No 1-329 RFA Gnr 2229, also Durham LI , 44720 France 19/10/15.James P REID.Best regards,Julia, Paul,Are you able to find pictures? 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?. The Worcestershire Regiment was a line infantry regiment in the British Army, . If you have an interesting photo relating to the Worcestershire Regiment and would like to submit a copy to this website then simply CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS. Numbers issued from about 1912 appear with the 4/ prefix: 507 joined on the 17th June 1908 826 joined on the 28th April 1909 1138 joined on the 6th May 1910 1313 joined on the 13th January 1911 4/1477 joined on the 15th January 1912 If you could add anything to this it would be much appreciated. First World War research. His surname was Conliffe and he was in the Cheshire Regiment and I am afraid thats all we have. My hunch its the same man. where mapped hill numbers were contested. Hi, I am trying to get information on my Great grandfather. 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011. Unfortunately I could see no service reocrd and no medal information for this man (searching for him using his name and the regimental number as the search criteria). The Long Service & Good Conduct (LSGC) medal was instituted in 1830 during the reign of King William IV. Keep up the good work. Lived in warrington. to open the space at the rear of the Town Hall to the public has been vetoed by the City Council, a body which is by no means progressive. He was a reservist who was called back to the colours in 1914 and survived the retreat from Mons. He wrote a short diary of his time in South Africa which gives details of where he went and what the Battalion was involved in during 1900. Have a look here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/requests-for-personal-data-and-service-records. However, a soldier could be transferred very quickly after joining a corps or regiment. By quoting the PRO Reference number you will be able to gain access to the document and make copies as required. BRITISH ARMY WORCESTERSHIRE & SHERWOOD FORESTERS STAYBRITE COLLAR BADGE PAIR | Collectables, Badges & Patches, Collectable Badges | eBay! Tony, please drop me a line to paulcanixon@gmail.com. full report costs from 50. He was killed in action rather than died of wounds. At this moment I don't even know what battalion/unit he was in.Any assistance gratefully received.Nick. Re Thomas Willis Elliott, we have communicated separately about this. and "9th Company" on 'Burnt Records'.Interesting that you have P/2919 listed also! - 14606Rank - privateRegiment - South StaffordshireI'm afraid that's all I have. You'll need to check the casualty lists James. Regimental numbering sequences between 1881 and 1918. | BillionGraves Thank you so muchMargaret, Hello,my relative was in the war in 1939 from what it says online. What do you recommendHis name was Thomas Layman Daniels born in 1886 and residing in Hinton, Northants.Many thanks Dominic, By all means drop me a line with the photograph, Dominic and I'll see if that provides any clues. Regiment pension and service records. Overview. The Worcestershire Regimental Archives hold extensive records and other material which could help anyone researching their ancestors who served with the regiment. Hi Paul Can you find military photos of my great great grandfather he was in ww1 he was in royal inniskilling fusiliers if you can let me know Thanks K. Hello I am serving in the military and I am trying to find some information about my wife's great grandfather. Hi PaulI'm trying to find some information about my Great Grandfather Albert Napier Wallace, born 1886 (thereabouts) in Gillingham, Kent. Thank you for any help.Kind regardsTony. Two were with the Middlesex Regiment [one private one (non) commissioned officer, one reciord says Seargent one says Corporal] are commemorated on Thiepval (where my daughter is currently working as an intern for CWGC) and one at Bauomont Hamel.1. The database contains over 50,000 records and aims to cover all who served with the Worcestershire Regiment during The Great War. Many nicknames were used by successor regiments (following renaming or amalgamation). His regimental number is 14630 and he was a private in the 2nd battalion for the worcestershire regiment. Hi, i'm looking for any additional information regarding my G-Grandfather Henry (Harry) Albert Parsons. Is Fare Evasion A Recordable Offence, Articles W