Date:

13 Aug 1998

Comments

Hugh Shields. mailto:h.shields-s@sympatico.ca

Just been checking your web page as I have an old interest in the K.S.L.I. and I found it to be very well put together. I was attached ( R.E.M.E. sgt.) to the K.S.L.I. in 1948 when they were stationed at Hermitage Camp prior to moving to Chelsea Barracks for guard duty at Buckingham Palace. Within the year we were on our way to Hong Kong. I remained with the battalion until late 1950 when I was transferred to 14 Field Regt. R.A. I have often wondered about what happened to my many friends who went up to Korea so if any of you read this please contact me at the email address or at 368 Sunset Drive, St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. N5R3C7.

Really good web site, I will be back.

 

Date:

18 Aug 1998

Comments

You have provided a wonderful service with this site. I enjoyed each page. Here in the U.S. it can be difficult finding good information on some of these units. A very good friend and associate of mine served 22years with the KSLI and the Light Infantry. I look forward to showing him this site, and ordering a gift. I thank you. Larry J Martin, SGT. US ARMY

Date:

01 Oct 1998

Comments

My father, John (Jack) Giles, served in the KSLI between the wars and I was told many tails of India as a boy. Your page is very interesting and I will be back. John Giles (jrn) Sydney Australia. mailto:johngi@mpx.com.au

Date:

07 Oct 1998

Comments

My name is Susan K. Duguay (mailto:ddduguay@sprint.ca) and I truly was impressed by your site. If not for you, I would not have been able to piece together what little information I had on my great-great grandfather's military history. All the family knew was that he had "earned some medals." No one had ever seen them! Thanks to your site I was able to piece together what little information I had and I found the following article on my ancestor and I would like to share it with you.

Mr. John Ryan, was Corporal Ryan when he received the medal (India Mutiny Medal). He enlisted in the 53rd Regiment of Foot, in Cork in February of 1849; and it was in the Indian Mutiny that he received his first smell of powder. Havelock was Colonel of the 53rd; but seven companies of that Regiment did not accompany him on his effort to relieve Lucknow. They, with the same number of companies of the 93rd and a few scattered companies of other regiments were behind, under Sir Colin Campbell, Lord Clyde. There were about 4,000 men in the command; a detachment or two were left along the way, and then on the 17th of November they were close to Lucknow. They were in a little fortified village, with the Sepoys between them and the garrison. It took them from 8 to 12 o'clock to take the fort, and when they did take it there were 2,011 Sepoys lying dead on the field. nearly the whole Sepoy force there had been killed. In 1860 after 11 years in India, Mr. Ryan landed back in Plymouth...and finally was transferred back to Ireland. Some six months afterwards, he received his discharge, which bore the comment "Conduct very good". In his possession were three good conduct badges and India Mutiny Medal with two clasp, (one for relief of Lucknow in 1857, the other for the capture of Lucknow city in 1858). Thanks to your information I was able to find this article in a local Canadian newspaper where my grandfather had settled when he came to Canada. Although I will never see my ancestors actual medals I was able to see what they looked liked. I hope others have as much luck as I did. Keep up the good work. If anyone has ancestors who may have served with my John Ryan, please don't hesitate to contact me. I would like to hear more about this time in history.

Thanks again.

Susan

Date:

28 Oct 1998

Comments

I would like to contact the current 5th Battalion (Shrops.L.I.). Would someone be able to provide me with an E-mail address or Post address. In particular I should like to contact either the Unit Historian or the Officer Commanding. Many thanks.

C.L. Gara mailto:OXGARA@aol.com

Date:

08 Nov 1998

Comments

My father, Norman James Robinson (1919-1991) served in the Herefordshire Regiment, KSLI, from 1939-1945. If there is anyone who served with him and remembers him, please email me at dcr5325@aol.com  I would love to hear from you. Thank you. David Clifford Robinson (now living in Raleigh, NC, USA)

Date:

08 Nov 1998

Comments

James Pearsall, East Millstone, NJ USA. E-Mail: jedp@erols.com   Any site dedicated to the memory of brave men who fought for their country is well worthy of the praise and admiration of all. My paternal ancestor Henry Pearsall came from the vicinity of Edgbaston, near Birmingham. He died in Hempstead, Long Island New York July l667. Best wishes to the thoughtful and creative folk who have established this most excellent site.

Date:

09 Nov 1998

Comments

Just happened to come across your web page, I am currently a serving member of the fifth Battalion Light Infantry (volunteers) who as you probably know are the direct descendents of the KSLI. Unfortunately I have some bad news to share with you. Under the current Strategic Defence Review (SDR) It looks as though the Bn will be reduced to just company strength. The coy's in Wellington, Kidderminster & Hereford look like being disbanded & the HQ coy which at the moment is in Shrewsbury will probably revert to being a rifle coy once more. Once again it is the PBI (poor bloody infantry) who are bearing the brunt of the cutbacks in the British army. The full and final details of the cutbacks should be known to me by the 10th December or around then. This is a very sad time for all the members of 5LI, as we have worked so hard to stave off the cutbacks but it now looks like we were always fighting a losing battle.

Should anybody wish to know more about 5LI, the cutbacks or whatever please feel free to e-mail me at colbaker@enterprise.net , and I'll try and answer any questions/queries that you have.

"Aucto Splendore Resurgo"

L/Cpl Baker, Signal Pln, 5LI

Date:

25 Nov 1998

Comments

My Great Grandfather served with the KSLI in France in WWI. If you are aware of any resources where I may find out about him, could you please tell me. George William Lemmon (possibly Lemon) Born July 1876 Died 1930

Sincere thanks, Steve Lennon

Date:

04 Jan 1999

Comments

John Brister.( ex sgt 23291720 ).Served with K.S.L.I ( 3.L.I ) 1966 / 73.Would like to hear from any EX members. AND if possible any ex members of D/ SQD 18Troop 22 SAS REGT My Email jbrister@ns.sympatico.ca  Thank You J.BRISTER.

Date:

14 Jan 1999

Comments

Very good site! just checked it out of curiosity as my father was KSLI in Korea. I found it informative and well laid out

Date:

15 Jan 1999

Comments

I am trying to search for information no my grandfather - Alfred George Anthony, born in Cardiff and who died during, I believe, June 1945. I have very little information except that he was in the KSLI regiment (Private: 1095) at the time of my mother's birth in 1939. He was married to Vera May Anthony. I believe he served in India for sometime, and he survived Dunkirk, but after that I have no idea. Any information if you have it would be most interesting as I am drawing a blank with the War Graves Commission.

Many thanks in advance. Elaine Bloem - elaine@bloem.com

Date:

20 Jan 1999

Comments

Baz Townson b-a-z@msn.com 

My Great Grandfather "Cork Townson" was killed on 30th May 1918 near Chambrecy France while serving with the 1/4 K S L I. I recently visited his grave at the British Cemetery Chambrecy for the first time. I am interested to know more about his short life as part of my family tree. There are over 400 graves at the Chambrecy cemetery including a number of soldiers from the K S L I. information regarding grave sites can be found at The War Graves Commission Web Site.

Date:

06 Feb 1999

Comments

Steve Hayward crs1440@inforamp.net   Enjoyed your site. My connection is my grandfather Thomas Martin Hayward reg # 7346 discharged 13 Aug 1903, "in consequence of having made a misstatement as to age on enlistment " He was born 13 Dec 1887, and had enlisted 31 July 1903, while still only 16 ! Hardly a distinguished career, but I thought you might be amused.

Date:

07 Feb 1999

Comments

Hi Found out recently that my Great-Grandfather died in France during WW1. He was a member of the 5th Battalion of the Shropshire Light Infantry.

Nice to know a bit more about it.

Sandy seppala@dynamite.com.au

Name:

David Fletcher

Email:

david_g_w@fletcher80.freeserve.co.uk

Date:

19 Feb 1999

Comments

I believe my grandfather, Private W. E. Morris, KSLI was decorated for saving a number of his wounded comrades including his commanding officer whilst under gunfire when serving in Palestine (I think). I have been told that his actions are mentioned in the London Gazette dated 15/11/1918 and I am trying to get a copy as a surprise for my Mother (his daughter). Therefore, if anyone knows how I go about this I would be most grateful. The web site is excellent and serves as a lasting tribute to those brave men (and boys - my grandfather joined up at only 16!) who joined up to fight for their country. Thank You, David Fletcher

Name:

David Arnold

Email:

darnold@pegasus.freeserve.co.uk

Date:

22 Feb 1999

Comments

Name:

Andrew Fitton

Email:

Andy@fittona.freeserve.co.uk

Date:

08 Mar 1999

Comments

Please excuse my three previous attempts at sending my first ever Email, I've got the hang of it now (I hope) Now for the reason for my visit to this excellent web site. My grandmothers first husband died whilst fighting with the 7th Batt KSLI in September 1916. Pte Harry Wellens 6289 was his name, he fought for two years in the Boer War, spent six years in India (Regiment unknown) went home as a reservist and went out with the 1st KSLI but was with the seventh when he was wounded at the end of August dying of his wounds 5th September at Abbeville. It was announced in the London Gazette on 16/11/16 that he had been awarded the MM, likewise on the 15/2/17 he had been awarded the Russian Order of St George, third class. This is where my problems start, I would love to be able to find out for what act he won his gallantry medals. A long shot I know but perhaps out there somebody may have a little info that may be of help. PS I have a copy of THE HISTORY OF THE KSLI IN THE GREAT WAR by Major Wood (1925) If any body in the Northwest would like to read my (precious) copy let me know. Brilliant site ,see you soon.

Name:

Charles West

Date:

09 Mar 1999

Comments

My number was 14930617, Pte, Feb 1944-Jan 1948, when I was demobbed in York. I now live in Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.A. For any old comrades wishing to contact me, I can be reached at 6703 South 93rd East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74133, USA.

Name:

Dave Haddock

Email:

dave.haddock@bailey.com  

Date:

15 Mar 1999

Comments

I am very pleased to see that there is a web site, will review then comment. Best Regards, Dave H.

Name:

michael brace

Email:

brace@senet.com.au

Date:

28 Mar 1999

Comments

I have just found you and it is good

Name:

Bill Havers

Email:

W.E.Havers@btinternet.com

Date:

30 Mar 1999

Comments

Thank you for this web site. My uncle was Private 4040482 William Havers. He died of accidental injuries 10 2 1945 (his birthday). I was born the month after and named after him in his honour. He was awarded the1939/45 Star, The Africa Star with 1st Army Clasp, The Italy Star, The Defence Medal and the War Medal, 1939/45.

Name:

Nigel Plumridge

Email:

nplumridge@aol.com

Date:

04 Apr 1999

Comments

My father served in the KSLI during WWII - keep up the good work

Name:

David Leek

Email:

dave@mleek.freeserve.co.uk

Date:

11 Apr 1999

Comments

I am looking for any information on my great uncle Private J.E Nock 10444 1st Battalion K.S.L.I. killed in France 27th February 1915. Great web site keep up the good work.

Name:

Richard Turner

Email:

richardturner@talk21.com - returned as undeliverable???

Date:

13 Apr 1999

Comments

I am currently looking for information about my great grandfather Private 33282 Jesse George Turner, who served with the 10th Bn. Kings Shropshire Light Infantry and was killed on Sunday,22nd September 1918.Any more information would be greatly appreciated.

Jesse George was born Aylesbury, Bucks. He enlisted at Wem (Whixall), 33282, died of wounds France and Flanders, 22 Sept. 1918. 10th Bn., King's Shropshire Light Infantry. PERONNE COMMUNAL CEMETERY EXTENSION, STE RADEGONDE, Somme, France Grave Reference: IV. D. 18.

Name:

Kevin Touhey

Email:

ktouhey@aol.com (U.K.)

Date:

15 Apr 1999

Comments

my mother has always wondered about the background of her father who enlisted early this century c.1910 possibly earlier. His name was bosworth he may have reenlisted later. Any help would be appreciated. I believe he served in the Shropshire light infantry. i am grateful for your service

Kevin touhey

Name:

Jonathan Brooke-Smith

Date:

26 Apr 1999

Comments

My Granddad was Lt/Col CB-S of the KSLI and was killed in Kenya in 1955.

Name:

Ian Morrison & Maurice Shaw

Email:

zunta46@acon.com.au

Date:

28 Apr 1999

Comments

As ex members of the 4th Bn Royal Australian Regiment who served with the KSLI as part of 28th Commonwealth Infantry Bde at Terendak in the sixties we would like to commend you on your website.

Name:

Peter O'Connell

Email:

oconnell@faroc.com.au

Date:

28 Apr 1999

Comments

My G.G.Grandfather was the bugler for 85th Light Infantry between 1847 when he enlisted in Burr in Ireland and when he left in 1872 after serving 25 years in the Unit and a couple of months in the Hereford Miltia.Just found out this information thought I would pass it on.

Name:

W.J.Nash

Email:

w.nash@scholar.nepean.uws.edu.au

Date:

03 May 1999

Comments

I am interested in tracing the WW2 service of the KSLI My father GSG Nash (Godfrey "Gus") served throughout the war in N Africa and Italy Joined as a TA in the Herefords at Ross circa 1938 rose to Sergeant and he was commissioned into the Glosters in 1942 (he was a Glostershire lad after all) He died some 10 yrs ago, having been a leading light in the local branch of the British legion and the Glosters regimental association. He had a great fondness for the KSLI and after his commission seemed to have continued to serve with the KSLI as part of 56th Div. He left me with many "stories" but these are not in any historical context.

regards

Bill Nash

Name:

mike phillips

Email:

flytoo@yahoo.com

Date:

09 May 1999

Comments

we are looking for some family related information regarding : 4th battalion action 1918, including Bligny, private William Oswald gwyn Jones (no. 31537). any links, sites, information or contacts would be gratefully received

Name:

William Fraser

Email:

hugh.fraser2@sympatico.ca

Date:

08 Jun 1999

Comments

Wonderful website. My great, great Grandfather was Regimental Sergeant Major George Arthur Rutherford who served in the K.S.L.I during the late 19th century. Thanks for all the information.

Name:

Jonathan Lloyd

Email:

jonathanlloyd@breathemail.net

Date:

23 Jun 1999

Comments

My great great uncle was Lance Corporal Harry Lloyd, whose name is on the Menin Gate. Lest we forget...

Name:

Kevin Ikin

Email:

Kevin@ikin1.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

29 Jun 1999

Comments

In tracing our families history, I found that I had a Great uncle who served in 6Bn. KSLI. Pte. 24029 IKIN Herbert William. He died on August 16th 1917 at the Battle of Langemarck. If anyone can shed any light on the events leading up to /during this battle, it would be greatly received. Thank you for your time and effort. Kevin ikin

Name:

David Allender

Email:

David_Allender@BOMC.COM 

Date:

30 Jun 1999

Comments

Many opinions have been written about the drive for Caen on D-Day. What's missing however are facts. The performance of the KSLI on D-Day was remarkable. Does anyone know of first-person accounts? I am particularly intrigued by the KSLI's and Staffordshire Yeomanry's defeat of the 21st Panzer counterattack. Most accounts focus on the phase lines, Montgomery's arrogance, whether or not Hitler was asleep, etc. I've found no account of what the men endured and how they were won the battle. This a great story here--has anyone told it?

Name:

RJ Ryder

Email:

ron@dabber.demon.com.uk 

Date:

03 Jul 1999

Comments

John Charles Ryder -killed on the Somme30th July 1916 commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial France.

Is it possible to obtain additional information? Advice would be appreciated.

Name:

RICHARD WALTON

Date:

09 Jul 1999

 

Name:

RICHARD WALTON

Email:

WESTERNCOUNTIES@ZOOM 

Date:

09 Jul 1999

Comments

MY DAD SERVED IN KOREA 50/51 WITH THE K.S.L.I. AND WOULD WELCOME ANY CONTACTS

Name:

Nick Heath

Email:

e.s.hltd@btinternet.com   

Date:

12 Jul 1999

Comments

Its nice to see the regiment has moved into the 21st century.

I have just seen Colin's comments about the SDR.

Just a quick comment that it has happened and we have effectively lost 5LI.

We are now a company plus strength and form part of 1 west midlands regiment.

Name:

Bryan Diss

Email:

BDiss26527@aol.com 

Date:

25 Jul 1999

Comments

A great website.

My grandfather Sgt A R Diss fell at Ypres in 1915. Does the name mean anything to anyone ?.

Name:

Martin Briscoe

Email:

mbriscoe@zetnet.co.uk 

Date:

27 Jul 1999

Comments

I have been looking into some of my great-grandfather's history. I just came across an old photo of his army discharge paper. His name was James Briscoe and service number 3282, he was a Private.

It shows he enlisted on 3rd August 1854 in Bury, Lancashire (Bury barracks presumably) in th "85 Regiment". Can anyone confirm whether the KSLI were in Lancashire at that time.

he is shown as been discharged from the 72nd Regiment of Highlanders. Would it be normal to transfer or re-enlist into a Highland regiment? There were pictures of him in Highland uniform.

He served at Lucknow and in the Crimea - probably Sevastopol. Lucknow fits in with the KSLI.

I would be grateful for any suggestions - there is supposed to be some more information coming up from my brother.

Name:

G M Ashley

Email:

mikeashley@bigfoot.com 

Date:

31 Jul 1999

Comments

I served with 1st Bn KSLI as a National Serviceman from 5 Nov 1953 to 3 Nov 1955 in both Germany and Kenya. My CO in Germany was Col. P de C Jones and I worked in Bn Orderley Room. Later, in Kenya, I was a storeman in A Coy, a patrol of which were responsible for the accident which killed the new Commanding Officer, Lt. Col. Brooke-Smith, in July 1955. Later, (about 8 years later) I joined the Royal Air Force as an Administrative Officer and served for nearly 30 years, retiring in Dec 1989.

Name:

Steve Frost

Email:

frosty@ic24.net 

Date:

05 Aug 1999

Comments

I am searching this web site on my Grandfather's behalf. He is specifically interested in finding out if there are any re-union's organised. Corporal Les Frost 3 inch Mortar Platoon served in the 4th.Bn KSLI from 1940 - 1946. I would be particularly interested to meet anyone from this platoon to confirm his story that HE won the war.

Name:

Pamela Gage Reed

Email:

builder@clinic.net 

Date:

22 Aug 1999

Comments

My Father was in the Shropshire light infantry from about 1932 to 1946 and this is the first information I've found about the regiment, thank you!

Name:

Bernard Laidler

Email:

ameyrick@meyrick-uk.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

27 Aug 1999

Comments

I enjoyed visiting the site. I served from 1936 until 1948 including in India, Palestine, Germany, Hong Kong, Korea, Kenya. "Chota Stiffi"

Name:

Alan Thompson

Email:

Alan@autographs-ink.com 

Date:

29 Aug 1999

Comments

I would like to post the following info about a permanent exhibition to the memory of ex-servicemen who served in post-war Palestine.

PALESTINE 1948

In 1948, our British Forces left the trouble-torn country of Palestine, the mandate ending on 14 May. Around 400 lives had been lost during the post-war conflict when caught between the battle between Jew and Arab. Due to many political arguments, the incident was never publicized as other, often lesser, conflicts were.

Over 90,000 servicemen and women were in Palestine at the peak of the trouble and many are still alive, disappointed at being forgotten, and never mentioned, despite the fact that they served their country in the best British tradition. To date, these troops have never heard their name mentioned with other post-war areas of trouble, during such occasions as the annual parade at the Cenotaph. Nowhere is there a cross or such to remember them.

However, this year, ex-gunner, Gerry Burr of Yeovil in Somerset, a Palestine veteran himself, has arranged with the Eden Camp Museum at Malton, North Yorkshire, for a permanent exhibition to be displayed to commemorate the Palestine period. Gerry heard of the museum through another veteran, Alan Thompson of Hartlepool (ex-Co. Durham).

This exhibition will be opened in early September with other post-war conflicts, in Hut 13. A brass plaque will be placed in the Museum chapel in memory of those who did not come home and an official opening of the "Palestine Exhibition" will be held on Sunday, 17 October 1999.

It is hoped that all Palestine veterans will become aware of this, and as many as possible attend the 2pm parade.

Gerry can be contacted on 01935-421722.

At last, somewhere, the forgotten will be remembered and it is hoped that the many visitors to this very popular museum will become aware of the first post-war conflict.

Name:

nick dales

Email:

nick.dales@bbvgroup.com 

Date:

13 Sep 1999

Comments

my father , John Hudson Dales (Jack), an Oswestry lad was in the yeomanry before ww2 and went to France as a sergeant in the KSLI with the BEF. He got out through Dunkerque in 1940 and went to Sandhurst for his commission. He served in N. Africa and went to Palestine to train Jewish troops. He became a town major in Preetz in N. Germany in 1945 where he met my mother. He died in 1974. Anybody ever meet him or heard of him

Name:

mark jones

Email:

wamej-smithline

Date:

16 Sep 1999

Comments

very interesting! my great grandfather was in 7th Bn and died on 28th April 1917. thank you mark Jones

Name:

Shelley Burtt

Email:

Burttmal@nbnet.nb.ca 

Date:

18 Sep 1999

Comments

With assistance from NSM Steel, Head of the Research & Information Office of the Imperial War Museum, I was recently able to find the my Great Grand Father, Private Frederick Samuel Adderley (17222), born Shifnal, Shropshire, enlisted at Wellington, Shropshire, died 3 August, 1915 while serving with the 5th Battalion King's SLI and is commemorated on the Menin Gate Memorial, Ypres. Could anyone provide me with any further information about this gentleman, or the part that his Battalion/ Regiment played the the Battles of Ypres. I am at a significant disadvantage since I live in Exmoor, New Brunswick, Canada. Please provide an "info" copy of any response to Fred Gustafson of Philadelphia, PA, USA (  Fredgus@msn.com ). As indicated, my e-mail address is: Burttmal@nbnet.nb.ca  Many thanks!!!!!!

Name:

Fred Gustafson

Email:

Fredgus@msn.com 

Date:

18 Sep 1999

Comments

Sir: How may I obtain a copy of "Soldiers Died in the Great War 1914-1919-Part 55 The King's (Shropshire) Light Infantry"? I live in Philadelphia, PA, USA and am assisting a friend in locating her Great Grandfather. Many Thanks!

Name:

Kevin Williams

Email:

kevin.williams@bt.com 

Date:

19 Sep 1999

Comments

I have only recently discovered that my Uncle, Cpl Bill Williams was injured during ww2 at Antwerp and was keen to know more. particularly about a book that mentioned him ( The history of the 4th Battalion kings Shropshire Light Infantry 1745 - 1945 by Lt-Comdr P K Kemp.

The site is fascinating and now even more so as I can relate to it with a family interest.

I would like to know if i can purchase a copy of the above mentioned book if still available ?

Name:

John A. Mead

Email:

jamead@together.net 

Date:

24 Sep 1999

Comments

On 18 September, 1999, at Fort Ticonderoga, New York, His Majesty's 53d Regiment of Foot, in America (a Re-enacted Regiment) was presented with the Regimental Colour by Lt. Col. Jeremy H. H. York, M.B.E., The Light Infantry. The 53d has been active in Revolutionary War re-enactments for a number of years and has had close ties with the KSLI since its reforming in 1981. If anyone has interest in or information about the 53d Brickdusts, please feel free to contact me. Be Patriotic! Join the 53d.

Lt. John A. Mead 18 Pearl Street Hudson Falls, New York 12839-2222 (518)747-0174 jamead@together.net 

Name:

Chris Baker

Email:

cbaker4@csc.com 

Date:

14 Oct 1999

Comments

Very nice site, well done.

My Great Uncle, Gabriel Townsend, served in the 5th (Service) battalion, KSLI. Gabriel came from Little Birch, a village between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye. He was killed in action in the subsidiary attack at Bellewaarde on 25th September 1915. Official records show that he was 19; in fact he was only 16 years of age. He is remembered, with love.

Name:

Rev Rick Burley

Email:

burley@castle.net.au 

Date:

24 Oct 1999

Comments

Proud to have served with you guys in Malaysia. I was with 107 Fd Bty RAA which was the Australian component of 6 Lt Regt RA and 13 Lt Regt RA. You have a truly great website. Thank you. (Rev) Rick Burley, Newcastle Australia Secretary & Chaplain, National Malaya & Borneo Veterans Assoc (Australia)

Name:

David J. Smith

Email:

S-d.j.smith2@tees.ac.uk 

Date: 

25 Oct 1999

Comments

I left the 3LI after serving 12 years and then spent the next 20 odd years working overseas just arrived back in UK after two decades. Hope to get down to Shrewsbury one day by

Name:

Harry Harmer

Email:

harryharmer@hotmail.com 

Date:

27 Oct 1999

Comments

My grandfather - James David Rockett - was in the KSLI from pre-1914 to the mid-1920s.

Name:

Annette James

Email:

micklewood@clara.net 

Date:

30 Oct 1999

Comments

My husbands grandfather was in the KSLI. There are no photographs of George John James born 1901. He was 4026698 pte., K.S.L.I. and wonder if any where photographs would survive of him with his regiment.

Name:

Alex Macdonald

Email:

dralexmac@compuserve.com 

Date:

31 Oct 1999

Comments

lovely website my great uncle Pte W C Clarkson was in the 6th battalion KSLI and was killed on the Somme in Oct 1916 aged 20. He is buried in Grovetown Cemetery N France

Name:

Linda Hansen

Email:

handi@compuserve.com 

Date:

11/14/1999

Comments

Interested in Charles GOMERY, C.S.M.

Name:

Wendy Handley

Email:

wendy@bmckinnon.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

11/14/1999

Comments

Thank you for your splendid web pages

My Great Uncle Pte Edward Ball who served in the 6th Btn KSLI died 13th Feb 1916 in No.10 casualty clearing station Poperinge West-Vlaanderen, Belgium He is buried in the military cemetery; we are trying to establish the exact region that he will have been in when Wounded. We have the original letter sent to his parents telling them of his death. Uncle Ted was from St. Georges in Shropshire.

Name:

Sean Mason

Email:

sean.mason@hess.com 

Date:

11/15/1999

Comments

Looking for information on my Great Uncle, George Mason (Pte 19687) killed 26th March 1918. He is now at peace in Bancourt Cemetery, Pas de Calais France.

Name:

Janet Macdonald

Email:

filmnw@aol.com 

Date:

11/21/1999

Comments

I have just discovered your site. My great uncle Private William Whiteley served in the 6th Battalion of the King's Shropshire Light Infantry during World War I. He was captured and died on 24 June 1918, aged 28. We know that he ended his life in Germany and the last sighting of him was as he was taken away in a wheelbarrow, presumably on his way to a POW camp. If you, or any of your visitors, have any information about William we would be most grateful. Thanks.

Name:

S P Hornshaw

Email:

sphornshaw@hotmail.com 

Date:

11/28/99

Name:

Patrick (Paddy) Berry

Email:

pberry@aol.com 

Date:

11/29/99

Comments

Fascinating web site this is my first time here my father served with the K.S.L.I from 1924 to 1931 then in the artillery his name was Tom Berry would it be possible to find a photo of him anywhere or hear from anyone with any information about him many thanks

Name:

colin stray

Email:

candjstray@hotmail.com 

Date:

12/2/99

Comments

My dad served in Jamaica 1939. D-Day attached Canadian Airborne .Took Caen all on his own (He's my Dad, I believe him). Demobbed after doing some time in Palestine. He and my Mom (married 1939) live in Cairns Queensland Aus Still in good health at 84. No Email but phone is 011 61 740 53 4217.Name is STRAY: Walter Lloyd WO11 unsure of which Regt. KSLI

Name:

Oliver

Email:

Wiles

Date:

12/9/99

Comments

Just been checking the site to find out about the KSLI, in which my grandfather served from 1942-45. The site is well organised and I will be back.

Name:

Adrian Whyntie

Email:

adrian@whyntie.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

12/10/99

Comments

My Grandfather, Stanley Corfield served in the KSLI during WW1. I have a photograph of him as a corporal. Know little about his war career as sadly he died several years ago and we never had the opportunity to talk.

Am keen to research more about him and where he served.

Delighted to find this web site; most grateful for all the effort that has gone into it.

Adrian Whyntie.

Name:

Shaun Pekar

Email:

shapek99@capital.net 

Date:

12/12/99

Comments

All around great, But some pictures would be great. I am sure John Mead of the Re-enacting group from Hudson Falls New York would have some.

Name:

Patrick Turner

Email:

patrick_501@hotmail.com 

Date:

12/13/99

Comments

My father, Reg (R.H.) Turner fought with the KSLI during WW2 through North Africa, Anzio and later Palestine.

He kept a diary throughout the Anzio campaign which makes fascinating reading (and somewhat humbling for someone like me who has never known war, let alone something like Anzio.)

A particularly moving part of the diary describes the nightingales that kept singing despite all the banging and crashing going on around them. A kind of reminder of the peaceful West Country in the midst of the horrors of war.

Dad died this year, on Sept 9th. If anybody who chances to read this was a comrade of his and wants to write, please do.

Name:

Louise Hudd

Date:

12/15/99

Comments

I would suggest that Keith Alcock's photograph is of the 1/4 (Territorial) Battalion in France - several men are wearing the Imperial Service Badge on their uniforms.

On the officers' roll of honour - Lieut. Gordon Harpur Morley of the 1/4 Battalion was recommended for the VC for his gallantry in action at Welsh Ridge on the 30th December 1917. He led a bombing party to regain trenches lost during a German raid. He was killed by a sniper on his way to report his actions to Battalion HQ. He was killed 30/12/17, aged 23, and is commemorated on the Cambrai Memorial.

Name:

mike wilson

Email:

mirroredmoon@hotmail.com 

Date:

12/20/99

Comments

My great uncle Edward Grogan was killed in WW1. He was with the 1st Btn K.S.L.I. I would like to try and find out the circumstances of his death and maybe what the btn was engaged in at that time and exactly where. Can anyone help me please? thanks.

Name:

Chris Jones

Email:

torquemada@torquemada.free-online.co.uk 

Date:

12/22/99

Comments

My father, D. Gwynne Jones, was at Copthorne Barracks with the 5th Battalion KSLI in 1944/45 and he was wondering whether anyone remembers "Old Nick" who was, by all accounts, the longest serving private in the battalion, and, most unusually, was retained by the Army until he died. Dad says he remembers that when questioned about always being first in the queue at breakfast Nick's reply was "Because I don't like lumpy porridge !"

Name:

Colonel ( retd) W M Peters TD

Email:

michael.w.peters@bae.co.uk 

Date:

12/23/99

Comments

formerly 5th Battalion LI (V)

Name:

adrian wiszniewski

Email:

ajwiz@aol 

Date:

12/24/99

Comments

My grandfather John ( Jack Booth )was born in Manchester but joined the K.S.L.I due to his family originating from Coalbrookdale or thereabouts. He was a PTI during WW1 and I believe made sergeant on occasion and I am led to believe lost his stripes for fighting on a least once.

He met my grandmother whilst the regiment was in camp ( possibly Golden Hill )near the Village of Cosheston near Pembroke in South West Wales. His pal Alfred Brigton was courting my grandmother but he was killed in action. After the war ended my grandfather went back to Wales and married his pals sweetheart

A family story says that the first action he took part in was a raid to the rebel Irish republic. I would be interested to hear if this has been documented.

He was injured in the trenches but his life was saved by a German stretcher bearer - he was patched up in a prisoner of war camp and survived into his seventies albeit with only one lung.

This never stopped him from smoking - always with a cigarette holder - which he said was the only way to keep your fag end dry in the trenches.

I would also be interested to hear if Jack Booth has been mentioned in any writings.

Name:

Jim Selley

Email:

jimselley@bigpond.com 

Date:

12/25/99

Comments

Though never a "real soldier", I spent nine years with No.2 Coy. KSLI ACF, based in Bridgnorth, ending my association as a WO in 1960, when my family migrated to Australia. I am however, and always have been, extremely proud of both the Regiment and my minute part in its' history. Excellent site, my thanks for allowing me to add to it. Jim Selley

Name:

Neil R. PASSEY

Email:

neil.passey@lineone.net 

Date:

12/27/99

Comments

My Grandfather served in The King's (Shropshire Light Infantry) in WW1. I am trying to find out some facts etc, If you could help please advise.

His Name was Herbert Reginold PASSEY Born 27th September 1898.

I am trying to find out his service number etc.

I have a photograph of him in uniform outside his house prior to him going off to war.

He did return and became a railway guard.

he was born in Knighton Mid Wales and moved to Swansea where he married my grandmother.

In 1936 the moved to Stafford with the railway.

In the WW2 he was in the home guard in Stafford.

Your web page has been of much interest to my family.

Best regards

Neil R Passey

Name:

B. WYCHERLEY

Email:

wych1@currantbun.com  

Date:

12/31/99

Comments

SERVED KENYA BAHRAIN OMAN ADEN 1955-1958

Name:

Linda Carrigan

Email:

kes2@home.com 

Date:

1/2/00

Comments

My father, William Henry Gibbins, born May 19, 1918, served with Kings Shropshire Light Infantry 5th bat, from January 1940 to 1942 when he transferred to the RCMP - Royal Corps Military Police. He landed on the beaches of Normandy on June 15,1944. He returned from the war in 1946, to marry my mother Doris Cox b Oct 14, 1924, d Aug 19, 1981. They had 4 Children, and emigrated to Canada in 1956. *Bill* is living in Paris, Ontario, Canada. This site is very exciting, and I will return often. If anyone remembers my father, please drop me a line, thank you.

Name:

James Grover

Email:

Grov@grover97.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

1/5/00

Comments

Very good site. My granddad served with the 4th KSLI during WW2 and was killed on the Belgium/Dutch border on 18th September 1944 and is buried at Geel War Cemetery. He was Pte Leonard Booth and if anybody has come across his name I would be Grateful to hear from them.

Name:

Ron Shepherd

Email:

ron@ambulance.uk.com 

Date:

1/15/00

Comments

Just popped in to visit your site. Very impressed with the amount of detail. Any ex-dog handlers 1955/56 Kenya & Nanuki? please get in touch. Will be calling back to look at more of your site when I have a few more hours to spare. Keep up the good work. Ron Shepherd, Telford, Shropshire.

Name:

Roy Williams

Email:

thepros@home.com 

Date:

1/23/00

Comments

I am an ex-Brit, served in WW2 with the USA forces in the Pacific and into Japan with the army of Occupation. Will mankind ever smarten up ? ? ? Canada

Name:

ken higgs

Email:

higgskone@hotmail.com 

Date:

2/5/00

Name:

Webb R.

Email:

Audray@iinet.net.au 

Date:

2/8/00

Comments

Just made my first browse through the KSLI web page - discovered several familiar names - will make detailed contact as soon as time permits - I also have several photographs from WW1 POW camp which you may wish me to download - Congratulations on a great web site - great link for an old soldier -

Name:

Patricia Scott

Email:

trilen@breathemail.net 

Date:

2/9/00

Comments

My Great Grandfather George Ballard was born on the I.O. Wight. He married on the I.O. Wight to Alice Jane West. They, after some years and children later, moved to London. There my Grandfather was born, he was the last of the children. Alice died when my Grandfather was only 12yrs and for some time I was puzzled as to why my grandfather was orphaned out to another family, although his father was still alive. After speaking to my aunts & Uncles I found out from my Mums eldest Brother that he remembered visiting his Grandfather (George), with his Father, at the Chelsea Pensioners home in London, he thinks he was about 10yrs old at the time. I have later pieced together that, George retired 22/09/1927 and was admitted into the Chelsea Pensioners home as an in patient on 05/12/1931, hence why my Grandfather was with another family. George lived there until he died 23/04/1939, (on his death certificate it said George Ballard otherwise known as Barrard. If anyone can help as to how I can find out more about my Great Grandfather, i.e. where he was buried?, what medals he may have got? maybe photos?, or even some records of him while he was in the Light Infantry I would be forever grateful. To keep this note as short as possible I have not gone into any more detail of children etc but if anyone is interested I can give more info.

Name:

Bob Jenkins

Date:

2/9/00

Comments

Fascinating. Well done.

Name:

Webb R.

Email:

audmay@iinet.net.au 

Date:

2/10/00

Comments

I am looking for the location of a Korean Vet. 'Harry Williams ' wounded in both legs around 1951. Last seen at the military hospital Aldershot. Discharged to home in Shrewsbury --anyone knowing his whereabouts please contact me on E-mail. Thank you Mike for this page!

Name:

KEVIN DUNN

Email:

KEVIN.DUNN@TALK21.COM 

Date:

2/10/00

Name:

sgt. paul everson rtd.

Email:

lynne.mcfadden@sympatico.ca 

Date:

2/12/00

Comments

I am retired from the 3rd battalion light infantry, formerly the 1st battalion KSLI, '62-77. I am now living in Canada, I am interested in talking to anyone who has served in this regiment during this time span.

Ret.SGT.Paul A. Everson

Name:

Jon D. Harvey

Email:

harbux@laughton8.fsnet.co.uk 

Date:

2/14/00

Comments

14th Feb. 2000 Does anyone know the answer to this question?

In 1861, a Captain John Athorpe of the 85th Regiment died in Pietermaritzberg, Natal, South Africa., he was 24 years of age and cause of death unknown. Was the 85th regiment serving in that area at that time?

Name:

Grange S. Coffin, TSGT (ret) USAF

Email:

araxos@juno.com 

Date:

2/21/00

Comments

I am operating a small historical research company and would appreciate any and all

Name:

Naomi Scammell

Email:

naomiandian1@supanet.com 

Date:

8/31/00

Comments

Superb site. My granddad was in the K.S.L.I. from 1941-1945 his name was SGT. George Weatherley 1300969. Sadly he passed away very peacefully in his sleep 4 years ago, I wish he was still alive today so he could see this because he would have loved it. He was very proud of his roots with the K.S.L.I. He would never tell us the real stories of where they went during the war (although I knew they were at Dunkirk) he would only tell us the funny ones like how he tried to get compassionate leave because 'our Billy had died' Our Billy was the budgie! If anybody knew of him I would love to know or if anybody knows where he went during the war Thank you.

Name:

Christopher Ryan

Email:

car54@ihug.com.au 

Date:

9/1/00

Comments

Great to see my Great Great Great Great Uncle's, Charles Pye VC, details correctly displayed!!

Name:

Derick Lucas

Email:

dekaluc@aol.com 

Date:

9/2/00

Comments

I am trying to find info on my mothers father who twice signed on for WW1, he was awarded a number of medals. I believe he was with K.S.L.I? How come he signed on twice and when were the medals awarded? are the questions. His surname was Lancett or Lancet. I would very much appreciate any assistance. By the way, I love your site Regards Derick Lucas

Name:

ron shepherd

Email:

mithaiga@aol.com 

Date:

9/2/00

Comments

still looking for ex s coy/ a coy bodies who served with me in Kenya in 1955/57 ex dog handler also am in touch with Jim hoof ex a/coy Germany /kenya1954/56 any one remember Jim

Name:

John R. Edwards

Email:

edw-yewtree@supanet.com 

Date:

9/3/00

Comments

My Grandfather, Private 18065 Alfred Joseph Edwards of the 5th Bn. died of wounds in the Military Hospital at Etaples in France on the 20th December 1915. I would like to know If there is any history of actions leading up to his death, i.e. where he was serving at the time of his wounding and anything else which is known. My father who is 85 ad is the last survivor of the 9 children Alfred left behind has no history of his Father and perhaps I could discover some. If anyone can help please E mail me. Thanks

Name:

Major A V Marment MC TD

Email:

 

Date:

9/8/00

Comments

Best Wishes to all in the regiment

Name:

Joy Dykes

Email:

morgey28@hotmail.com 

Date:

9/8/00

Comments

My father, Bert Morgan, was in the 4th Battalion of the KSLI and served in WW1. He apparently was wounded in the Battle at Ypres. He lived in Jackfield as a boy and I have been trying to find out who his father was. If anyone can help, I would appreciate it. My father was born December 1888 and he had a brother named John Thomas Morgan born July 1887. John Thomas married Amy Beatrice Weyman, daughter of William Charles Weyman who was the Station Master at Coalport from 1889 to 1922.

Name:

paula holden

Email:

paula_holden@lineone.net 

Date:

9/19/00

Comments

My great grandfather, William Henry Thurston, was born in 1872 Aston Birmingham . Served with the KSLI Approximately 1890-1902 .Was in S. Africa during the Boer War also served in India. Would love to know more about this soldier, as our information is very slight. Bill lived much of his life in Liverpool but died at Wigton Cumbria in 1952 aged 80.

Name:

John A. Hayward

Email:

tontec@cwcom.net 

Date:

9/20/00

Name:

allan hayward

Email:

scrawpy@aol.com 

Date:

9/20/00

Comments

My dad Jack Hayward 4032416 formerly of Shifnal served 1935 till 1946 signal platoon HQ company 2nd battalion India, Jamaica, Curacao, D-Day June 6.He would like to hear from old comrades. Particularly George Bunting. His c.o. was Lt. Col Maurice k.i.a. prior to attack on Caen. His telephone no. is 0161 789 6123

Name:

John Ellams

Email:

Walper@Bigpond.com.au 

Date:

9/27/00

Comments

My father Walter John Ellams (Jack) joined the KSLI as a bugler boy in 1918 at the age of 15. He was posted to India. Does anyone know anything about him and his service with the KSLI in India.

He also served with the South Staffs Regiment in the 2WW and was lost for a period of time. Does anyone know anything about Jack or where he was.

Name:

victorbryan

Email:

vicbry@optusnet.com.au 

Date:

10/5/00

Comments

greeting to all 1st battalion members from Australia served in Germany 1953-kenya to 1956.

Name:

barry tookey

Email:

barry.tookey@btinternet.com 

Date:

10/8/00

Comments

I am trying to find any information on the 5 th batt circa Aug 1916, my fathers uncle c Attwood was killed on the 16 and is buried in Deville wood on the Somme

Name:

(Rev) Rick Burley

Email:

burley@castle.net.au 

Date:

10/12/00

Comments

Great site fellas! How did you cram all this stuff in there?

I served at Terendak Garrison, Malacca 1967-1969 with 107 Fd Bty RAA alongside you blokes. Nice blokes, just couldn't handle those pints up at the Crown!

Cheers

Name:

Ken Woodland

Email:

ken@woodlandk.fsnet.co.uk 

Date:

23 Dec 2000

Comments

My Great Grandfather Richard Woodland joined the 53rd in 1857 at Westminster. He reached the rank of Colour Sergeant . His regimental number was 186. He left the 53rd in 1878 and transferred to the Shropshire Militia as a Staff serg .he left in about 1881/1882. Any information would be gratefully received.

regards

Ken Woodland

Name:

Julie Anne Ryan-Campbell

Email:

Shirleyriley.stjames@tinyworld.co.uk 

Date:

09 Jan 2001

Comments

I am searching for any information on my Grandfather Patrick Ryan who served in the KSLI as Private 14697481 (Engineers Labourer) around 1941-45. I believe he was missing, believed dead, but then he was found buried alive. He was married to my grandmother Annie Teresa and he lived in Lincoln at the time. Any information would be a like a dream come true!

Name:

Rosemary Bowers

Email:

RBowers@ripon-cuddesdon.ac.uk 

Date:

20 Jan 2001

Comments

I've been looking for a site like this for ages! My brother and I are researching our family tree and have a photo of our late father, (Thomas Welsh) standing beside the grave of our uncle, (Alfred Welsh). Both of them served in different regiments in Poona (now Pune) India and were serving soldiers between the two great wars. My father was in the 1st Battalion, the Cheshire regiment but my uncle Alfred was in the KSLI. His gravestone states "1st Battalion KSLI, Sacred to the memory of No. 4020708 (or it could be 4026708) Pte Alfred Welsh, died at Poona 23rd May 192???(the date is obscured by flowers.) I do not know what he died of or anything about him. My father, who died in 1970, had lost touch with his family and this makes our task more difficult. I recently travelled to Pune on other business but tried to find the grave whilst there. Unfortunately I do not know which cemetery he is buried in and almost all Pune's Christian cemeteries are now neglected and overgrown. I visited five! Could anyone help me with information that would help me find more about him and where he is buried?

Name:

Guy Kennedy

Email:

guy.kennedy@btinternet.com 

Date:

18 Feb 2001

Comments

Great site. I served with 1KSLI / 3LI whilst they were at Terendak (and then went on to the RAF!) I have some photographs from this period that I would gladly share on this site if I had your e-mail address?? Best wishes Guy

Name:

Janet Myers

Email:

janandtrev@hotmail.com 

Date:

26 Feb 2001

Comments

Its a great web site. Really interesting reading other guests pieces of history, thank you. It is stated on the Death Cert. of my gggrandfather William Ellison he was an Imperial Pensioner late of 85th Foot Regiment. Is it possible to find more information on this? He was 74 when he passed away in 1904, so assume he was born 1830. He was born in Limerick Ireland. The certificate also states that his father William Patrick Ellison was a soldier. Anything on him also?

Name:

Sam Branson

Email:

sansheila@aol.com 

Date:

28 Feb 2001

Comments

My father, Samuel William Branson No.17834, served in the KSLI in WWI from 1914 to 1919. He was on the Somme in 1915 and also served in Salonika. His records at the PRO were amongst those burnt and appear not to be among the survivors. Can anyone help me find more?

Name:

Peter Murphy

Email:

peter_murphy33@lineone.net 

Date:

20 Mar 2001

Comments

Dear sir I am searching for any information on my great uncle who served with the K.S.L.I. During the 1914-1918 war He was 7692 Private Joseph Carter He also served in the Boer War but I don't believe this was with the K.S.L.I. But I could be wrong. In the meantime I am enjoying reading through the pages. Regards Peter Murphy

Name:

victor bryan

Email:

vicbry@optusnet.com.au 

Date:

25 Mar 2001

Comments

Anyone out there who served with the 1 battalion in Germany or Kenya 1953-1956 i would like to here from you i was in the transport platoon

Name:

Chris Pare

Email:

Felicien p@excite.ca 

Date:

06 Apr 2001

Comments

Hi, I'm looking for any information on E. Kearsley 26994 killed June 2,1917. His first name may be Edward but unknown. I know where he is buried. Keep up the good work, nice site.

Name:

Chris

Email:

FeliciienP@.ca

Date:

15 Apr 2001

Comments

Thanks for the info, But the name I am working on is E Kearsley eg. Edward not Frank. His service number is 26994. Is there a chance that the war graves commission misspelled his name? He was buried at Tilloy Br Cem, Tilloy-les-Mofflaines Pas de Calais, France. He might have been wounded and later died.

Name:

RAy Bullock

Email:

Ray.Bullock@bt.com 

Date:

30 Apr 2001

Comments

very nice to take a trip back!. Photographs are great and lots of information, Interesting i served K.S.L.I /3LI 1961/74

Name:

Sean Longden

Email:

clairesean@carewroad.fsnet.co.uk 

Date:

01 May 2001

Comments

I am currently researching a history of the campaign in North West Europe 1944/45 and I am keen to contact any veterans who would like to share their memories with me. I am not writing a combat history but a study of attitudes and behaviour, concentrating on such subjects as: eating and drinking; leave; souvenir hunting/looting; discipline; recreation and relaxation; relations with civilians; attitudes towards the Germans. Anyone wishing to contact me can do so on the above email address or write to me at 15 Carew Road, Thornton Heath, Surrey CR7 7RF. Thank you.

Name:

Chris Jones

Email:

joneschris@supanet.com 

Date:

09 May 2001

Comments

Son of George Richard Jones (Dick) Who was a Private in the 2nd Bn., K.S.L.I. Killed in France on 18th July 1944.Trying to find out more info on events leading up to Dads death. Very good Website with lots of interesting information. Chris Jones, Kington, Herefordshire.

Name:

A Luscott

Email:

THMC56@aol.com 

Date:

14 May 2001

Comments

I was hoping to find out more about my Gt/Grandfather, Arthur Luscott who died KSLI at Somme. I look forward to the expansion of your records. Thanks for having a site. Anthony Luscott

Name:

Mark Olden

Email:

mwo@gearbulk.com 

Date:

16 May 2001

Comments

Very good site, its nice to browse and come across a photo of my father. If anyone has any details of or served with William (bill) Olden CSM could you please contact me. Thanks

Name:

RON GELL

Email:

ronandjangell@tinyworld.co.uk 

Date:

02 Jun 2001

Comments

Hi I came across your L.I. sites by chance, they are such a SITE?-for sore eyes, wonderful history-tradition & such fond memories . I used to be Koyli-2Li 1966 to 1974, I trained at Shrewsbury 66 Corunna plt, Is there any old sproggs still around there. I recall Alfie Halford-Burnside-Frost From Oakengate and Wellington areas are 'YOU' still alive lads?, If so get back to me ok. Ronnie (Ginner) Bye all

Name:

Howard Truelove

Email:

hwtmerc@aol.com

Date:

05 Jun 2001

Comments

I am looking for any details held about my uncle H.C.Truelove 230903 CE 10th KSLI who served in the 1914-19189 war

Name:

Gordon Ward

Email:

g0eml@hotmail.com 

Date:

05 Jun 2001

Comments

I served with k.s.l.i/3.L.I 1964/73 Then A.A.C 1978 it was great to see the photo's of Malaya. and some of the guest book comments, would like to hear from any ex L.I but not the chaps i owe money to. great to see Ray Bullock /Butch can afford a computer to send comments to the very good site

Name:

damian griffiths

Email:

damiangriff@yahoo.com 

Date:

15 Jun 2001

Comments

An interesting site. I am trying to find out about my great grandfather who was in the KSLI in the 19th century (and was in the (85th foot?) His name was William Henry Blakeman and finished his service in about 1900, I think, as a Colour Sergeant. I was told that he marched the first group of KSLI into (Copthorne Barracks?). I'd very much appreciate any information on him and ideas about where I could get his service history.

Name:

L Skuse

Email:

l.skuse@btinternet.com 

Date:

20 Jun 2001

Comments

An interesting site, since my father, William Arthur Raymond Skuse joined the KSLI in the early Thirties from Cwmbran, serving in India and subsequently called up on the outbreak of WWII as he was still on the Reserve. Allegedly, whilst at Copthorne Barracks before posting to India, he ran an unofficial four minute mile, a feat supposed to have been recorded on a plaque in BHQ. Can anybody throw any light on this please?

Name:

Ken Bowe.

Email:

k.bowe@btinternet.com 

Date:

27 Jun 2001

Comments

I serves my national service with the KSLI 1947/1949 After training at the Light Infantry Training Centre Cove Hants.,I was transferred to the Depot at Copthorne Barracks, Shrewsbury(then a Primary Training Centre), and joined W Coy as trainee Company Clerk, but within a few weeks was transferred to HQ Coy and employed as MT Clerk with Lieut, JA Roberts as MT Officer. With a change of Army Procedure, in May 1948 I was transferred to join the 1st Battalion, who were then reforming, again as MT Clerk with Lieut JBB Bettington as MT Officer, after a short while the Battalion moved on to Hermitage Camp at Wrexham to complete the reforming. It was in September 1948, that the Battalion was sent to Chelsea Barracks, London to perform Public Duties. This lasted until May 1949 that we again moved to Bulford Wilts, before moving overseas to Hong Kong. Unfortunately I didn't travel with then as my National Service was completed in June 1949.I shall always remember my friends I left behind on demobilization. Ken Bowe ex L/Cpl MT Platoon.

Name:

Bryan Roberts

Email:

broberts@wobbly44.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

27 Jun 2001

Comments

Served with the Poachers 1962 to 1974.(2 R Anglian) Looking for former boys (IBB) 1952 to 1960 Tuxford & Plymouth and Infantry Junior Leaders Battalion Plymouth and Oswestry 1960 to 1975. Check out the web site at www.wobbly44.freeserve.co.uk 

Name:

Ken Bowe

Email:

k.bowe.@btinternet.com   

Date:

29 Jun 2001

Comments

On Tuesday 26th June, I Emailed my first letter to the Guest Book. Later, as I looked through the Book again, I found that the very first entry(1998)was signed by ex REME sgt. Hugh Shields, who was attached to the 1st Bn. in 1948.1951.Fifty Three years ago, our MT Platoon had a group photograph taken whilst stationed in Chelsea Barracks and ex Sgt. Shields was sat in the front row. I immediately Emailed Hugh and offered to send him this photo, within fifteen minutes I had a reply which included the same photo that I was going to send to him. Ah! the miracles of electronic mail

Name:

shane swannick

Email:

shane.swannick@ntlworld.com 

Date:

29 Jun 2001

Comments

Being a serving soldier, with my roots firmly planted in Shropshire, it was with great pleasure that I found this site. I have just returned from a battlefield tour of the Somme, and am completely awestruck at the immensity of what happened there. I was especially moved by the graves of many young KSLI soldiers, most of which were younger than myself, of which i found at least 20 amongst the many cemeteries I visited. At the Thiepval memorial, the number of KSLI listed as missing, goes into the hundreds. I took many photographs of the Thiepval memorial, and have hopefully managed to capture details of individual names on film. Once these photographs are developed, I would be happy to share them with anyone interested. Am always open for requests or suggestions, if anyone is interested, and am very keen to learn from others, about the KSLI involvement on the Somme, especially to find out which areas they fought in, for my return visits!!!. All the best. Swanny.U.K.

Name:

Annette Burgoyne

Email:

annette3@breathemail.net 

Date:

11 Jul 2001

Comments

Great site. I am at present researching the 1st Batt., during the Great War. If anyone as got any first hand counts left by old soldiers, I would be most grateful. Also I have produced a book on the 6th K.S.L.I. (1914-19), which is stocked at the Museum

Name:

Graham Oliver

Email:

city@grahamoliver.karoo.co.uk 

Date:

13 Jul 2001

Comments

My Great Uncle William Fletcher served with the 5th Battalion KSLI, service number 19073. He died of wounds in the New Zealand Stationary Hospital at Amiens, France on 28th August, 1916 during the battle of the Somme. My family folklore says he was killed by a German sniper on the way to the front.

Does anyone know where regimental photographs can be obtained or a photograph of the aforementioned hospital?

One of many poor souls not to come home.

Name:

Patrick Seymour

Email:

pw.seymour@btinternet.co.uk 

Date:

14 Jul 2001

Comments

This is an excellent site, I served with KSLI / 3 LI from 1966-1972, Singapore through to Minden, and all stops in between. This is a good way too stay in touch with people from the regiment and if people know me then it would be a pleasure to keep in touch. Regards Pat Seymour.

Name:

CINDI POWELL

Email:

JON-CINDI@BUSHINTERNET.COM 

Date:

18 Jul 2001

Comments

I WOULD LIKE TO FIND COMRADES OF MY DAD. HIS NAME IS ALFRED EDWARD SEYMOUR, KSLI 1950-57,HE SERVED IN KOREA, KENYA AND WAS A DOG HANDLER. HIS GSD WAS CALLED SATAAN, MY DAD WAS ALSO SHOT! HE SAW THE ATROCITIES OF THE MAU-MAU AT FIRST HAND AND ONLY NOW HAS THIS BEGUN TO AFFECT HIM. HE WAS A L/CPL AND DID FOR A WHILE SERVE IN THE SPECIAL FORCES, AND BECAUSE OF THIS HE IS NOT ABLE TO JOIN THE BRITISH LEGION BECAUSE WHITEHALL WILL NOT RELEASE HIS DETAILS. SO ANY CONTACT FROM FORMER NATIONAL SERVICE SOLDIERS WHO SERVED WITH MY DAD WOULD BE GREAT. HE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Name:

Ray Webb

Email:

Audray@netserv.net.au 

Date:

23 Jul 2001

Comments

Can anyone help me to find the location of Pte. Harry Williams wounded in Korea in both legs. Last seen Ditherington Shrewsbury. Any info would be great

Name:

Jim Milton

Email:

jmilton@oanet.com 

Date:

25 Jul 2001

Comments

I am looking for a Mr. E. P. Smith phone number 01992 89 3696and fax number 01992 89 3696 plus code 51 I do not have his address. Mr smith is enquiring about the KVA reunion 2002 in Edmonton Canada. Any one knowing of Mr. E. P. Smith please e-mail me his address, or have Mr Smith fax me at 1-780-430-9477. Jim MIlton Co-Chairman KVA Canada Reunion 2002

Name:

GRAHAM PRICE

Email:

graham.price13@btinternet.com 

Date:

03 Aug 2001

Comments

I AM LOOKING FOR INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHS ON MY GRANDFATHER WHO SERVED WITH THE KLSI DURING WW2 HE WAS PRIVATE 4040605 JOSEPH HENRY PRICE AND WAS KILLED SEPTEMBER 16 1944 NEAR RIMINI ITALY

Name:

Gerry Leah

Email:

leahbopper@aol.com 

Date:

04 Aug 2001

Comments

Hi I am trying to trace a Jack Leah or any Leah that served in the KSLI, I served as a boy soldier from 1959-1963 but never with the battalion, I know there was a leah that lived in Manchester around 1960

Name:

Gerry Leah

Email:

leah@aol.com 

Date:

04 Aug 2001

Comments

I have found my uncle Jack leah on one of the photos thanks

Name:

B Davies

Email:

barry@dogzbody.freeserve.co.uk 

Date:

05 Aug 2001

Comments

I have been researching my grandfather Thomas John Davies, who served in the 5th KSLI from 7/8/14 until he was wounded in France on 25/9/15.He was then sent to the labour corp. I think he was wounded at Loose, and wondered if there was any regimental records as to the actions and positions of the battalion during this period. many thanks B Davies

Name:

Gerry Leah

Email:

leahbopper@aol.com 

Date:

08 Aug 2001

Comments

I am trying to trace anybody called Leah that served in the KSLI, can you help?

Name:

n sharma

Email:

NMamasitta@aol.com 

Date:

24 Aug 2001

Comments

i am very pleased to find this web site, i am looking for information on my grandfather who served in the regiment possibly 1st war. his name S SHELBROOKE K.S.L.I. O.C.A. i am sorry i don't know what oca. means. he hailed from bridgnorth Shropshire. i believe he had brothers also but i know nothing of their names. i have 2 names from a school report dated 1879 listing a WILLIAM SHELBROOKE and in 1880 a G SHELBROOKE they attended the bridgnorth endowed blue coat school but i think that they belonged to a previous generation. please if any one has any information, names on photographs etc i will be grateful if you could email me on NMamasitta@aol.com  thanks.

Name:

Ron Gell

Email:

ronandjangell@tinyworld.co.uk 

Date: 

02 Sep 2001

Comments

Hi Ron Gell here, ex-Corunna training plt summer of 66,I'm calling ref-my last visit to guestbook June 2nd. Will be making a short visit to the old place 14 to 17 sept staying at the Bell hotel, nr Crosshouses for Shrewsbury. It would be very nice to see some of the old training day pals ,from the local area, ie-Frosty - Alfie Halford - Wardy - Burnside and others ,come on CATCH-US-IF-YOU-CAN' CATCH-US-IF-YOU-CAN.? OLD Ronnie ( ginner ) Gell bye.

Name:

Steve and Joan Burgess

Email:

Swanscout@bt internet.com 

Date:

02 Sep 2001

Comments

looking for a photograph of my great uncle Stephen J stephens buried at Bucouy road cem. south of Arras , can anyone help. Thanks.

Name:

Sarah

Email:

pop@shamerika.fsnet.co.uk 

Date:

02 Sep 2001

Comments

Excellent site! Anybody from KSLI, 2ND BATT., Y COMPANY (WWII)? PLEASE e-mail me. We have a few photos - you may be on one of them! I'm writing this on behalf of my father. Best wishes Sarah

Name:

Terry Boston-Marsh

Email:

terrybmarsh@eurobell.co.uk 

Date:

03 Sep 2001

Comments

The King's Shropshire Light Infantry were in Fermoy, Co. Cork, Ireland in 1919. 'On the 7th September, a unit of the No.2 Cork Brigade I.R.A. under the command of Liam Lynch, shot up a party of the K.S.L.I. on their way to church parade at the Wesleyan chapel at fermoy. They killed one soldier, wounded four and disarmed the bemused remainder before leaping into their cars and driving away'. Extract taken from the book 'The Black & Tans' by R. Bennett (2001) p22. Does anyone know who the soldier was that died? I am trying to trace my great grandfather, Arthur Henry (John) Clarke b.1866, who may have been attached to this regiment. One of my ancestors was said to have been killed by the Black & Tans or the IRA in Fermoy. Possibly my great Grandfather or one of his children. Can anyone help? Regards Terry Boston-Marsh

Name:

Michael Bayliss

Email:

cacaboudin57@yahoo.com 

Date:

04 Sep 2001

Comments

My grandfather, Charles Edward Jones, served in the 6th Batt. of the KSLI and was awarded the MM. My mother has never known why and would be grateful for any information she can get on the subject. He also was awarded a Certificate of Gallantry for the capture of Eagles Trench near Langemarck in 1917 and ,again, my mother would be indebted for any further information. The only other details I know about him are that he was wounded and invalided out of the army in June 1918. I hope that someone can help.

Name:

Ian Shuck

Email:

ijjshuck@aol.com 

Date:

09 Sep 2001

Comments

A very good site as I'm making an effort to find out more about my great Uncle who died in WW1, his name was William H. Shuck. He died on 5/9/16 and was trying to find out where he died, if there are any other sites that would be helpful I would be very grateful Ian Shuck

Name:

STEVEN EVANS

Email:

STEVEN.EVANS4@BTINTERNET.COM 

Date:

14 Sep 2001

Comments

HI I USED TO BE THE T.A IN COPTHORN SHREWSBURY JUST WANTED TO SAY HI

Name:

Gerry Leah

Email:

leahbopper@aol.com 

Date:

17 Sep 2001

Comments

I am trying to trace any Leah family connected with the KSLI

Name:

Clive G Turner

Email:

CTBG15870@BLUEYONDER.CO.UK 

Date:

17 Sep 2001

Comments

I am looking for any information on my Grandfather Jesse George Turner died of wounds Perrone France September 22nd 1918

Name:

kevin halls

Email:

kevin.halls@bbc.co.uk 

Date:

20 Sep 2001

Comments

looking for any one that knew my granddad Stanley halls he served in WWII and I believe he was posted some where in Scotland

Name:

pat dyer

Email:

dyersden@paradise.net.nz 

Date:

26 Sep 2001

Comments

My father John William Williams served with the regiment and was stationed in Jamaica in the early part of the second world war. Anyone having any knowledge please contact me. Thanks

Name:

Cindi

Email:

jon-cindi@bushinternet.co.uk

Date:

04 Oct 2001

Comments

My father is Alfred Seymour, formerly a south London lad who joined the army in the early 50's (national service). He was in the ksli for about 5 years, he served in Korea, Kenya and did a route march along the Brazilian Border. he was also, I believe, a member of the company who killed col B-S. He was a crack shot and a dog handler, and he played polo! He would like to hear from any old mates as the years have taken their toll and his health is not as it should be. It would be nice if i could resume contact for him with any former servers. Also even if you only know of him contact me because I'd like to know my Dad a bit better as he doesn't talk much of his time in the ksli or Kenya and the MAU-MAU.

Name:

Jeff Atherton

Email:

jeff.atherton@oswestry-bc.gov.uk

Date:

08 Oct 2001

Comments

Very interesting to read the comments from ex KSLI members. I served between 1966 and 1971. I was A Coy clerk in Singapore/Malaya. Happy days.

Name:

Julie Anne Ryan-Campbell

Email:

eli10@lineone.net

Date:

08 Oct 2001

Comments

I am searching for any information on my granddad, 14697481 Lance Corporal Patrick Ryan. Deemed to have been enlisted into the general service corps embodied territorial army and posted to 74 primary training wing 04.01.44. Transferred to KSLI Light Infantry and posted to 20 Infantry training centre 17.02.44. Posted to various prisoner of war camps and then promoted to Lance Corporal in 1946. He was released to army reserve in 1947 and discharged in 1954 at the age of 45. His last known address was 31 Moor Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire where he lived with his wife, Anne Teresa Ryan nee Collins and his three children Mary, Kevin and Jennifer. What happened to him from here is a mystery. If you have any information please, please get in touch. Thank you.

Name:

J Atherton

Email:

jeff.atherton@oswestry-bc.goc.uk

Date:

10 Oct 2001

Comments

Interesting web site. I served with A Coy from 1966 - 1971. Most of this time was spent as the coy clerk. It would be nice to hear from any old friends.

Name:

Barry Laidler

Email:

b.laidler@xtra.co.nz

Date:

10 Oct 2001

Comments

My great-grandfather was Private Robert Laidler of 22nd Bn Durham Light Infantry and he died on 30/716, and his memorial (compliments of War Graves Commission's excellent website) is at Cambrin Churchyard extension Pas De Calais. This is absolutely all I know of him. Anything further I might obtain of his service, medals etc would be hugely appreciated