World War 2 Talk - View Single Post - Photos of 2nd Bn Northamptonshire Regiment men.

Rich Payne · 27-05-2008, 10:21 PM

Thanks for posting those Owen, It's a strange thought that my Grandfather would have known the N.C.O.s at least.

Sergeant Dodman won his M.M. during counter attacks on the "Fortress" at Anzio. According to Jervois' history, "...the men of 'B' echelon who, though not directly engaged in the battles had supplied the nightly parties- averaging 150 strong and including clerks, cooks and M.T. fitters - for carrying up supplies and ammunition, usually through heavy fire. The cool determination of Sgt. Dodman, who led these parties, was rewarded by the Military Medal."

It's nice to put a face to the story.

Rich.

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Rich Payne Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 785	Thanks for posting those Owen, It's a strange thought that my Grandfather would have known the N.C.O.s at least. Sergeant Dodman won his M.M. during counter attacks on the "Fortress" at Anzio. According to Jervois' history, "...the men of 'B' echelon who, though not directly engaged in the battles had supplied the nightly parties- averaging 150 strong and including clerks, cooks and M.T. fitters - for carrying up supplies and ammunition, usually through heavy fire. The cool determination of Sgt. Dodman, who led these parties, was rewarded by the Military Medal." It's nice to put a face to the story. Rich. __________________ 1939 ex-BEF Norton WD16H restoration detailed on http://www.wdnorton.nl/