I have come by this photo of the 84 Field Company, Royal Engineers (84 Fd Coy RE) which was taken in 1945 in Uelzen, Germany. This unit began its European campaign on Queen Red Sword Beach. I have restored it from quite a poorer state (see http://www.ardtechnology.com/bem/ re 1949184 Driver Leslie DALE BEM RE ) There are so many faces here and I'm thinking such photos could be of such enormous value to others searching for relatives if they are of a resonable resolution. I think there should be a place where they can be collected together, hence this thread. So if you got 'em lets see 'em and if you recognise yourself or anybody else do please let us know.
Drumaneen The attached photo was taken shortly after the war ended when my unit had moved up into Austria. I have posted it on numerous WW2 forums and have had quite a few people respond by saying something like "That's my Dad in the 4th row, six from the left !" I have to admit that my writing all the names on the back of the photo was strictly an act of genius :p And yes.... that's me marked Ron Regards Ron ps This article was posted on the BBC WW2 People's War site and if you scroll down you will see where I posted the names BBC - WW2 People's War - Joining the 4th Queen's Own Hussars
Drumaneen ... I have posted it on numerous WW2 forums and have had quite a few people respond by saying something like "That's my Dad in the 4th row, six from the left !" I have to admit that my writing all the names on the back of the photo was strictly an act of genius :p BBC - WW2 People's War - Joining the 4th Queen's Own Hussars Hi Ron This is exactly what I am talking about.. generating Google hits for researchers.
Drumaneen ... I have posted it on numerous WW2 forums and have had quite a few people respond by saying something like "That's my Dad in the 4th row, six from the left !" I have to admit that my writing all the names on the back of the photo was strictly an act of genius :p BBC - WW2 People's War - Joining the 4th Queen's Own Hussars Hi Ron This is exactly what I am talking about.. generating Google hits for researchers.
This was a photo that was very hard to find online - Major John Howard and the men of D Coy Ox & Bucks who made history together, each man named on the photo. It originally came in 3 sections but here it is patched together. A nominal roll (by glider) of those who took part in the famous coup de main landings at Pegasus Bridge can be found at this webpage British Armed Forces & National Service
Here’s a picture (unfortunately damaged) of 9th Bn The Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment (RAC). Photographer was Chas. H Maud & Co. of Pontefract. My late father (2nd Lt WL Lewis) is third row (standing) second from left. He served in the Battalion 27 March 1943 to July 1943. From what I can find out on the internet, 9th RWK converted to 162 Regt RAC on 28 July 1942, but they are wearing RWK cap badges in this photo. Also my father’s service record states that he was posted to 9th RWK in March 1943 and it is only on his posting from the battalion (on its disbandment?) that 9th RWK has been crossed out and changed to 162 Regt RAC, one year after the change in name. From September 1942 to January 1943 the Battalion (or Regiment) was 79th Armoured Division’s Armoured Car Regiment. Has anyone any more information on this Battalion/Regiment? I have now put the War Diaries on this site for both 9 RWK and 162 Regt RAC.
Royal Fusiliers (City of London) Regt 1939-1940 Don't know when or where. Think may be 14th Battalion. Rob
Drumaneen, I have a friend who was in 104 Fd Coy RE. I will send him the photo to see if by any chance he knows anyone. A long chance, but you never know. Regards Tom
Here’s a picture (unfortunately damaged) of 9th Bn The Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment (RAC). Photographer was Chas. H Maud & Co. of Pontefract. My late father (2nd Lt WL Lewis) is third row (standing) second from left. Well Richard, a photo like this is like a red rag to me - such a great photo to have and deserving of attention. But what a challenge it proved in salvage. It's in such a poor state and this limits the options especially when it comes to faces if you still want to recognise them or at least be true to the subject. Anyway had a shot at making something of it and hope you like - don't look too close! lol Brian
Well done Brian, a great improvement. Must have taken ages to do. I like the addition of badge and caption. Richard
Well done Brian, a great improvement. Must have taken ages to do. I like the addition of badge and caption. Richard Hi Richard Glad you like the effort .. and yes, it took the bones of a week to do - but you know, Lest We Forget and all.
Not sure if it's possible to do anything with this shot which is not great because it's so far away and hard to see anyone but I'm convinced my Dad's in there I'll attach it anyway Thanks Hyacynth
Not sure if it's possible to do anything with this shot which is not great because it's so far away and hard to see anyone but I'm convinced my Dad's in there I'll attach it anyway Thanks Hyacynth You need to post or email this photo in hi resolution
