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31/12/2012 22:13:01
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Eileen
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I've found this topic fascinating - so glad that you've found so much out about your uncle.
I've been promoted to Sergeant but I, too, would like to go back to being a Lance Corporal ... if possible ... that's what rank my dad held.
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If I have praised my comrades too highly I make no apology, for they were beyond all praise.
Lord Lovat - No 4 Commando
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31/12/2012 22:13:12
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markh
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Great news Matthew, thanks for sharing. Of course now you have further clues to follow up eg who was Lt. Dick Morgan, what happened to him etc. Also Where did your uncle spend time as a POW ? Perhaps German records still exist of his captivity.
Have you been to St. Nazaire ? If not, a trip followed by a report anc photos to the forums might be in order !
We look forward to hearing more of William C. Day.
Happy new year everyone.
PS Did you ask James Dorrian when "Turned towards the sun" is available ?
I found an estimated date on this site http://www.filmdates.co.uk/films/4843-turned-towards-the-sun/ of "January-April 2013" which feels like the site doesn't really know.
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The more I learn about the Commandos, the less I realise I know.
Grandson of George Norton Barnes
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14987370 Fus. Barnes G.N Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers
Royal Marines 8 BN, Royal Marines No. 40 and No. 41 Commando, LST 320, The 9th Buffs, Army No. 5 Commando and X Lists.
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01/01/2013 12:53:45
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Pete
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Lieutenant Richard Morgan was in No.2 Commando 2 troop and his photo can be found here:
http://gallery.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/units/2/2+cdo+officers/Lieut+R+F+Morgan.jpg.html
Pete
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Pete Rogers, son of LSgt Joe Rogers MM & nephew of TSM Ken McAllister. Both No2 Commando.
God and the Soldier, all men adore, In time of danger and not before.
When the danger is passed and all things righted, God is forgotten, and the Soldier slighted.
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01/01/2013 13:25:26
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Pete
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The messages regarding Avatar rankings went somewhat off topic of this thread, and are now available on this new forum thread:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoForum/posts/list/3764.page
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Pete Rogers, son of LSgt Joe Rogers MM & nephew of TSM Ken McAllister. Both No2 Commando.
God and the Soldier, all men adore, In time of danger and not before.
When the danger is passed and all things righted, God is forgotten, and the Soldier slighted.
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01/01/2013 14:42:46
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williamsnephew
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Apologies for meandering off topic and Happy New Year to all!
Regards, Matthew
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