GraemeR

They still recruit from the forces and you still see them in their traditional uniform on occasion.

These guys were both 2 RGR (I believe).

Graeme

Or Wilfred.

Excellent.

I seem to recall someone telling me once that the Russian Cannon were Chinese made.

The Disbandment Cairn.

Commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of Disbandment. Douglas, Lanarkshire, Sunday 11th May 2008.

I think on Item 6 the last parts of the line are Stobhill, Glasgow. This is a Hospital in Glasgow.

Perhaps he was Home Guard.

G

No - different alias - McGinty if I recall correctly

Brookwood Cemetary

This burial ground was set aside for the Corps sometime after1859. Captain Walter is commemorated by the prominent granite obelisk, although he is not buried at Brookwood.

1st Class

2nd Class

3rd Class

The 2nd photo is of The Corps 1st Class LS&GC. They come in 3 classes in the UK and are still awarded today.

The Canadian Medal bears no resemblance to the UK one and I believe that they use Clasps to signify further service.

Below is a small write up I did a long time ago.

The Corps of Commissionaires was formed in 1859 by Captain Edward Walter, who established the organisation to provide gainful employment for those servicemen returning from the Crimean War. Captain Walter was of the view that ex-servicemen were being shabbily treated by the government of the day and recognising that these people had much still to offer, provided them with an opportunity to earn a wage and make a useful contribution to society. In 1901, His Majesty King Edward VII consented to head The Corps list of governors in the office of Chief Life Governor, an honour the reigning monarch has continued ever since.

Even today the Corps still draws the majority of its staff from ex-servicemen.

3rd Class Award

This is awarded for 10 years exemplary service. It comprises the Corps Crest, which is an Anchor with Cannon crossed by a Sword and Rifle to demonstrate that the Corps drew men from the Navy, Artillery, Cavalry and Infantry. This award is worn on the right sleeve almost midway between elbow and shoulder. To receive this award the recipient must have savings of ?30.

2nd Class Award

This is awarded for 15 years exemplary service. A Black coloured metal 16 point star bearing a central medallion with the Union Jack in the centre surrounded by the Latin Mottoes: 'VIRTUTE ET INDUSTRIA' (by valour and industry) and 'LABOR VINCIT OMNIA' (work conquers all). Fitted with a plain ring for suspension from the ribbon, which bears the Corps Crest of an Anchor with Cannon crossed by a Sword and Rifle. The Crest is also a Black coloured metal. The ribbon consists of a broad red central stripe flanked by a narrow white and blue stripe. To receive this award the recipient must have savings of ?60.

1st Class Award

This is awarded for 20 years exemplary service. A Silver coloured metal 16 point star bearing a central medallion with the Union Jack in the centre surrounded by the Latin Mottoes: 'VIRTUTE ET INDUSTRIA' (by valour and industry) and 'LABOR VINCIT OMNIA' (work conquers all). Fitted with a plain ring for suspension from the ribbon, which bears the Corps Crest of an Anchor with Cannon crossed by a Sword and Rifle. The Crest is also a Silver coloured metal. The ribbon consists of a broad red central stripe flanked by a narrow white and blue stripe. To receive this award the recipient must have savings of ?100.

Let me have your e-mail address and I'll e-mail you the Papers at the weekend.

There are only about 10 pages in the 2 sets.

G

It looks like he has 2 MIC's listed at TNA.

This being the 2nd one -

Medal card of McCabe, William

Corps Regiment No Rank

Royal Dragoons 2DN/6123 Private

Corps of Dragoons D/20897 Private

They aren't listed on Ancestry yet but once they are the images should be readable.

He does however have 2 sets of Pension Papers on Ancestry. It may make for an interesting story!!!

G

He has 10 pages of Pension Papers on-line at www.ancestry.co.uk

Name - Herbert Henry Waldren

DoB - abt 1878

Parish - Nately Scures

County - Hampshire

Pages of Records - 10

The items at the bottom left mean that he entered the war in the Egyptian Theatre (3) on 4th December 1915.

The 'C' at the start of his number means that he was a coloured soldier.

Graeme

Thanks.

I have since found out from another source that a QSA for a P O'Neil was sold on e-bay a couple of years ago. So it is still out there.

My latest Group.

The GSM is named to 3187807 Pte G O Wood KOSB

With many thanks to two guys who provided the help and information on George Wood.

3187807 George Ormiston Wood; Died 15th December 2003

He enlisted at Galashiels on the 14/06/1935 as a regular, awarded 3rd class education certificate at Berwick upon Tweed 23rd October 1935 after training he was posted to the 1st Bn where he was awarded 2nd class Education Cert Malta 22 April 1936. Went with the 1st Bn to Palestine.

Posted from 1st to 2nd Bn 11 March 1937 at Jubblepore in NW India. He served in India until being sent as escort for Italian POW's taking them to Australia. After delivering them he returned to the UK via America in time to join the 4th Bn liberating Walchern in Holland. He remained with the 4th Bn for the duration of the War, and then moved to the 1st Bn in Palestine.

He lived in Denholm and was presented with Netherlands Liberation Medal from the Dutch Military Attach?.

If he went to palestine after the war there is every chance he got the 45-48 clasp sent to him at a later date and never had it fitted or possibly never claimed it.

The reason this Group means so much to me is that he served with my Grandfather for about 2 years before going to the 2nd Bn and serving with my Great Uncle.

It is indeed. There are always new avenues opening up before us.

Thanks very much. That is greatly appreciated.

Although that's now 3 medals I must find to complete the group.

Cheers

Graeme

Talk about co-incidence.

I picked up a 14/15 Star some time ago and have only started to research it in the last few days. The Star is to 6348 Pte P O'Neil KOSB. The CWGC website lists him as KIA Gallipoli 10 June 1915.

It also states that he fought in the South Africa Campaign. By this I take it to mean the Boer War.

It would be most appreciated if you could check your KOSB roll for me.

Thanks very much.

Graeme

The underage chap sounds very interesting. Certainly plenty of research to while away your hours for the next few months.

Look forward to hearing more in the future.