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Coldstream Guards
- Thread starter Robert Ensor (bob)
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paul stacey
master brummie
That would probably have been "Cambrai", 1915, Coldstream, loss's were considerable , in the early part of the 20th C, up to the Mid 50's, early 60's, you had to be 6' in your stocking feet, then reduced to 5' 9". now only God knows, I was 5' 10 1/2 ". Paul
NOTSHARP
master brummie
My Grandfather was in the Coldstream Guards. I knew nothing about him, until about three years ago, when I tracked him down during my family tree research.
He died in WW1, 17/12/17, and is buried at Gouzaeaucourt. https://www.ww1cemeteries.com/gouzeaucourt-new-british-cemetery.html
I obtained copies of his complete service records from Birdcage Walk.
Steve.
He died in WW1, 17/12/17, and is buried at Gouzaeaucourt. https://www.ww1cemeteries.com/gouzeaucourt-new-british-cemetery.html
I obtained copies of his complete service records from Birdcage Walk.
Steve.
My husband’s uncle now deceased 2013 joined the ColdStream guards in World War 2, became a sergeant, went through Europe in the tank command. After the war was sent to Palestine for a number of years.
I do believe he came out of the service in the 50’s.
We used to take him down to the chapel service in Westminster Barracks to commemorate the anniversary of Black Sunday in memory of the bombing of the Guards Chapel in 1944 when soldiers, and civilians were killed.
In 2005 my husband went with him to Holland to celebrate the liberation of Enschede of which he was part. The veterans were treated with great honour, and respect, but most how thankful they were for there freedom from occupation
My husband was amazed how many people were there from very young to very old. Apparently the stories of occupation, and liberation were passed from generation to generation.
One resident said to my husband you have to know occupation, and what liberation is, that’s why the history is told I believe in their schools.
My grandson in now serving LC ColdStream guards.
I do believe he came out of the service in the 50’s.
We used to take him down to the chapel service in Westminster Barracks to commemorate the anniversary of Black Sunday in memory of the bombing of the Guards Chapel in 1944 when soldiers, and civilians were killed.
In 2005 my husband went with him to Holland to celebrate the liberation of Enschede of which he was part. The veterans were treated with great honour, and respect, but most how thankful they were for there freedom from occupation
My husband was amazed how many people were there from very young to very old. Apparently the stories of occupation, and liberation were passed from generation to generation.
One resident said to my husband you have to know occupation, and what liberation is, that’s why the history is told I believe in their schools.
My grandson in now serving LC ColdStream guards.
NOTSHARP
master brummie
As an aside, if anyone has relatives in war cemeteries abroad, and has not been able to visit their grave, this may help.
https://britishwargraves.co.uk/
My wife and I had a trip booked to visit my Grandfather's grave, three years ago, but had to cancel it when my wife was diagnosed with cancer. I was keen to go, as I believe, no one from our family has ever been.
I contacted British War Graves (link above), and they kindly sent me a picture.
When the dreaded lurgy is kicked into touch, we will try and get there.
Steve.
https://britishwargraves.co.uk/
My wife and I had a trip booked to visit my Grandfather's grave, three years ago, but had to cancel it when my wife was diagnosed with cancer. I was keen to go, as I believe, no one from our family has ever been.
I contacted British War Graves (link above), and they kindly sent me a picture.
When the dreaded lurgy is kicked into touch, we will try and get there.
Steve.
The annual dinner of old Coldstreamers (Old Coldstreamers Association, Birmingham) in 1925. Viv.
paul stacey
master brummie
What a great body of men they are too, lot Boer War, vets among, them and 1 looks like he might have been a boy at Balaclava. Paul
Gerry Cannell
master brummie
Thanks for this.
This was me in 1959 and the other photograph, is me at last years Memorial Day, November 2020. Oh, not forgetting Public Duties at Buckingham Palace.
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paul stacey
master brummie
Looking Good Gerry, on Public Duty's, note the .303, drill pose. Paul
Gerry Cannell
master brummie
Still proud to have been there mate. (SLR in the denim photograph).
paul stacey
master brummie
Yes Gerry, 6.72, SLR, must have just come into service when you enlisted, brilliant weapon. Paul
Gerry Cannell
master brummie
Hi Paul 7.62mm Buddy.
paul stacey
master brummie
Quite correct, Mate,knew it well typing error, Paul
E. Lanfear
New Member
Hi my granny chidler brother was in Coldstream guards also from Birmingham... Very interesting reading what happen to him..
E. Lanfear
New Member
Go onto ancestry. I found my relative...
Hi Gerry I took the liberty of posting your picture of Jan Hooper on the Pirbright Web site which drew quite a few comments cross section attached
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Gerry Cannell
master brummie
Bob, this is in answer to your message regarding your Grandad. The best place to start will be: REGIMENTAL HQ. COLDSTREAM GUARDS, WELLINGTON BARRACKS, BIRDCAGE WALK, LONDON. That will get the ball rolling. If after a week or two, you haven't had a reply, please contact me again, and I will do all I can to help. Thank you Gerry. 3rd and 1st Bttn. Coldstream Guards.
No probs mate. Gerry Whats the site called...just Pirbright?
Hi Gerry. I took the liberty of posting your picture of Jan Hooper on the Pirbright Web Site which drew quite a few comments selection attached.
Gerry Cannell
master brummie
Believe me, that IS Jan Hooper. I will never forget him.
