Mystery Photo's.

[p.risboy]

I know, more photo's.
These two of the same soldier, are a mystery to me. They obviously meant something to my Mum to keep them. I need help to identify the Regt.
The smart one was taken in May 1933 (stamped on the back).
The scruffy one looks like it was taken in a POW camp, year unknown. But I would think early on in WW2.
Any help would be appreciated.

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Steve.

[JMR]

Hi Steve,

i love these mysteries. I'm told by experts that photos kept were of family in that era. Could it have been a brother, uncle, cousin of someone close.

If you can guess some names in your tree that might match the age of the soldier in the photo. I'll be able to check on the military board for you to see what I can find.

Cheers,
Jill

[p.risboy]

Originally Posted by JMR

Hi Steve,

i love these mysteries. I'm told by experts that photos kept were of family in that era. Could it have been a brother, uncle, cousin of someone close.

If you can guess some names in your tree that might match the age of the soldier in the photo. I'll be able to check on the military board for you to see what I can find.

Cheers,
Jill

Hi Jill, I have just found out that this fella was an old boyfriend of my Mum.
His name was Gordon. I cannot remember his surname yet, but I do remember visiting him and his family once about forty odd years ago, in Cannock, Staffordshire.
I have found a photo taken in the 60's and it is definately him, you cannot mistake those ears and facial features.
The sad thing is that in the same box of bits, Gordon's wife had sent a letter to my Mum, telling her of his failing health and it appears that he is dying.
I would think by now that she would have passed away as well.
So now I HAVE to find to find his family to pass these photo's on.
In the letter I have her first name, which is/was Ruby, and I remember their daughter, who's name was Anona. I have the old address on the top of the letter.
Jig saw puzzle is coming together.
In the mean time I am still looking for the Regt. I think it may be Dragoon Guards, but will need comfirmation.

Steve.

[juliejtp]

Steve, bang went my early night when you posted the pictures.

Going back now to have another look.

[p.risboy]

Originally Posted by juliejtp

Steve, bang went my early night when you posted the pictures.

Going back now to have another look.

Be honest Julie, you absolutely love this. Nothing like a challenge.

Steve.

[juliejtp]

Hi Steve,

The coldstream guards have a star shapped cap badge also the Cheshire regiments.


http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=...countryGB&sa=2

http://images.google.co.uk/images?nd...&start=18&sa=N


http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=...countryGB&sa=2

[p.risboy]

Originally Posted by juliejtp

Hi Steve,

The coldstream guards have a star shapped cap badge also the Cheshire regiments.


http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=...countryGB&sa=2

http://images.google.co.uk/images?nd...&start=18&sa=N


http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=...countryGB&sa=2

Cheshire Regt. may fit julie. He was more than likely in the TA (1933
photo), there were 5 or 6 TA Regt's. And the 2nd battalion were at Dunkirk (P.O.W Photo). Also he was a 'northerner'.

I wonder if the shoulder badges would confirm this. (horseshoe shape)

Steve.

[juliejtp]

It's a shame it wasnt clearer increased the size but then it goes out of focus. I was just ready to go to bed an all.

[juliejtp]

Steve,

His cap badge does the bottom point look longer than the rest?

[p.risboy]

Originally Posted by juliejtp

Steve,

His cap badge does the bottom point look longer than the rest?

Yes it does, and the top point is a tiny little bit broader.

Steve.