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boer war veterans
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Bobtanian | Report | 11 Oct 2003 13:41 |
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It is my wifes' grandfathers medal. Medal info. Queens South Africa Medal. Around the edge, 53214 Dr. (driver?)J Martin 84th battery, Royal Field Artillery, and clasps, on the ribbon, Diamond Hill Johannesburg Driefontein Cape Colony. thanks for all the suggestions... will give them a try. regards. Bob |
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Jacqui | Report | 10 Oct 2003 20:48 |
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Just catching up - been a busy day. Thanks for the suggestions and the info on Boar War Medals - will investigate. Thanks all Jacqui |
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Mary | Report | 10 Oct 2003 17:34 |
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Robert Try www(.)regiments(.)org Mary |
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Patricia | Report | 10 Oct 2003 11:34 |
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Jacqueline My grandfather was in the Boer War & these are the medals he received :- Queens South Africa Medal with clasp Orange Free State Transvaal & Defence of Ladysmith King's South Africa Medal 1901 to 1902 He served with the "Glorious" Gloucesters so other Regiments probably had different campaign medals. Hope this helps. Pat |
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Unknown | Report | 10 Oct 2003 08:15 |
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Hi Jacki, I'm sure if you write to my friend Paul, he might be able help. Good luck. Regards Margaret |
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Jacqui | Report | 10 Oct 2003 08:00 |
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Hello - would you m,ind telling me which medal you have, and whether it is related to your family member? The reason I am interested is that my grd-father was possibly involved in the boar war and I would like to know which campaign medals were available to soldiers then. Grateful to any info you have. Jacqui |
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Sue in Sx | Report | 10 Oct 2003 00:00 |
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Service records of British Regular Soldiers should be in WO97 at the PRO Kew (now National Archive) but you will have to go there and make a search. The staff are very helpfull and willing to explain how to find what you are looking for. Medal Rolls for Kings and Queens South African Medals are in WO100, may contain some personal details such as date of discharge, death and the home address. Happy hunting!! Sue. |
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Unknown | Report | 9 Oct 2003 23:14 |
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That's ok Bob. I'm sure he can give you some advise anyway. Regards Margaret |
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Bobtanian | Report | 9 Oct 2003 22:53 |
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Margaret, thanks for that, I will give it a try, I forgot to mention that it is a british soldier i am interested in. Bob |
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Unknown | Report | 9 Oct 2003 22:46 |
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Hi Bob, I have a friend in South Africa that might be able to advise you as he has a business there doing Battlefield Tours. Hi name is Paul McIllvenney. His e-mail address is byeways@futurenet(.)co(.)za his web site is www.byeways(.)co(.)za He has advised members on here before. Good luck Regards Margaret |
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Bobtanian | Report | 9 Oct 2003 22:26 |
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Hullo every one..can any one tell me which department would be best for discovering service records of soldiers in the boer war?I have a medal,and want to find out more of the owners personal life. |
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