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Hi, my father in law was in 46 commando, 258 trp c company and we have several photos which may be of use, please let us know and we will try to scan them to you, regards, chris
Hi Chris
I have transferred the text from your 2nd message onto here so its all kept nicely together. I have edited the title so it clearly shows his name. I have sent you an email to clarify a point about the troop detail you mention, and the photos
Pete
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Hi Chris
As this forum message relates to another man I will respond on your original message that you created to avoid confusion, and ask that all replies are included on there rather than here, unless they specifically relate to the subject of this one - Corporal Richard Gough
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoForum/posts/list/2399.page
Pete
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We have a similar type of photo in our RM Commando gallery to the one here, ie. same set up and background of trees. In this one the contributor informed us that it was a training photo prior to his father joining 46 RM Commando.
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/units/Royal+Marine+Commando+Units/46/46+RM+Cdo_001.jpg.html?g2_imageViewsIndex=1
Dale once you can establish which RM Commando unit he went into I will transfer your photo into that particular units gallery
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Sgt Norman Thompson MM is also mentioned on page 4 of a document within our own 2 SBS gallery :
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/WW2/sbs/2sbs+history/
The citation for his award of the MM is in the book Commando Gallantry Awards of WW2 on page 77.
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Hi Chris...if I have the right man your grandfather was:
Arthur Salisbury, formerly a Private in the Sherwood Forresters, served in No.1 (later becoming No.101) Troop of No.6 Commando from 1940 (in Scarborough) until, at least, 6th September 1941.
The above information comes from Peter Bowe's 6 Commando site.
He is likely to be identical with the Sgt. Salisbury who was in 2 SBS, and is mentioned on page 4 of a document within our 2 SBS album. The document states he was ex No.6 Commando and was at the time Acting CSM to 'B' Group 2 SBS at SACSEA (Supreme Allied Command South East Asia).
Here is a link to that document:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/WW2/sbs/2sbs+history/2sbs+page4.jpg.html?g2_imageViewsIndex=1
On page 1 of that document you will note it states that at the outset of the formation of 2 SBS (Special Boat Section) it consisted of a great part of 101 troop ( the Folbot section of of No.6 Commando)
You may wish to browse our photos of 2 SBS if you have not already done so. They can be found here on the top row extreme right. Just click on the album to open it:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/WW2/
Chris, do you have a picture of your grandfather, or any of his comrades, from when he was in military service with the Commandos or 2SBS. If you do, and you would like any included in our gallery, I can assist you with this. All I would need is a reasonable quality scan and as much information as is known about each picture. Please feel free to contact me on my email address below if need be.
Regards
Pete R.
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This is an extract of the MOD release on the death of Marine Samuel Giles William Alexander MC. The full release with all the tributes can be read here :
http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/DefenceNews/MilitaryOperations/LieutenantOliverRichardAugustinAndMarineSamuelGilesWilliamAlexanderMcKilledInAfghanistan.htm
It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Lieutenant Oliver Richard Augustin and Marine Samuel Giles William Alexander MC, both from Juliet Company 42 Commando Royal Marines, were killed in Afghanistan on Friday 27 May 2011.
Lieutenant Augustin and Marine Alexander were killed by an Improvised Explosive Device whilst on patrol in the Loy Mandeh area of the Nad-e Ali district in Helmand province. The patrol, which was led by Lieutenant Augustin, was tasked to disrupt insurgent activity in their perceived rear area and provide depth to the Clear, Hold, Build Operation occurring to the North in Loy Mandeh Kalay further to expand the influence of the Government of Afghanistan.
Claire, Marine Alexander's wife, said:
Sam was so special. He was the gentlest of men but tough when he needed to be. He risked his safety for his friends but never batted an eyelid. It was his job and a job he did well. Sam was a loving husband and a wonderful father. He was our rock and my best friend. He has been taken from me all too soon. We both love him and will miss him very much. These are all special guys who, for whatever reason, join a very tough band of blokes who willingly die for each other without a second thought. I just hope his death was not in vain
Stuart, Marine Alexander's father, said:
Sam's professionalism was widely acknowledged, the award of a Military Cross is testament to his courage and care for those around him. But it is as a father and husband that he showed the same deep-rooted wish always to help and care for others. People say I must be very proud, but the respect in which I held him was more important than pride. He was a great guy with a great smile and a zest for life. I loved him very much
Serena, Marine Alexander's mother, said:
The legacy that Sam leaves is hope - hope for oppressed people all over the World. There are people like Sam who risk their lives for others. Wherever you are now Sam, keep on fighting. You will never be forgotten.
Lieutenant Colonel Ewen Murchison MBE, Commanding Officer 42 Commando Royal Marines, Coalition Force Nad-e Ali (North), said:
Marine Sam Alexander MC was a truly remarkable young man. Decorated during his last tour of Afghanistan for gallantry, he embodied all the finest attributes of a Royal Marines Commando: he was courageous, selfless, resolute, loyal and cheerful in the face of adversity. The loss of such a professional and well respected Marine comes as shocking news; he was a larger than life character and leaves a gap that cannot be filled. One of the more senior Marines in Juliet Company, he inspired those around him to reach the highest possible standards and in doing so was an exemplary role model for those younger and less experienced than himself. He led by example and from the front and would have unquestionably had a promising future in the Royal Marines ahead of him. Sadly this will not be realised as his life has been tragically cut short. Instead, Marine Alexander now joins the legends, the bravest of the brave, who inspire us all forever with their courage, dedication and sacrifice; his memory will endure. On this the darkest of days, our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Claire, their son Leo and his parents Stuart and Serena; may they somehow find the strength and courage to face the days ahead.
Major Steven McCulley, Officer Commanding, Juliet Company, 42 Commando Royal Marines, said:
Marine Sam Alexander MC was one of Juliet Company's most experienced and professional Marines. Not only was he a Heavy Weapons specialist, but also a Sharpshooter; a qualification he took much pride in. Having been awarded the Military Cross for bravery on Operation HERRICK 9, the lads looked up to him and he could be relied upon to galvanise them when required. An unbearable loss of life, he will be deeply missed by all of us.
Captain Rob Garside, Company Intelligence Officer, Juliet Company, 42 Commando Royal Marines, said:
Marine Alexander MC was one of the most experienced Marines in the Company. Having completed a previous HERRICK Tour, it was clear that more junior ranks looked up to him. A Bootneck that everyone would want to be by his side in a firefight, Sam Alexander was a true operational Bootneck who carried out his duties to the highest of standards. He will be sorely missed by all in Juliet Company and our thoughts are with his young family.
Defence Secretary, Dr Liam Fox, said:
As a holder of the Military Cross for gallantry, Marine Alexander demonstrated some of the finest attributes of a Royal Marine Commando and was clearly held in high regard by his colleagues. The ultimate sacrifice that he has made for the safety of others will not be forgotten. My thoughts are with his friends and family at this difficult time.
In 2009, Marine Alexander was awarded the Military Cross by the Queen for his bravery in charging down a group of insurgents to draw fire away from an injured colleague. Having used all the ammunition in his machine gun, he continued his assault with his 9mm pistol until that too was empty ? forcing the enemy to retreat. The citation for his award said he carried out his brave actions "despite being completely exposed to heavy and accurate enemy fire".
We Will remember them
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This is an extract of the MOD release on the death of Lieutenant Oliver Richard Augustin. The full release with all the tributes can be read here :
http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/DefenceNews/MilitaryOperations/LieutenantOliverRichardAugustinAndMarineSamuelGilesWilliamAlexanderMcKilledInAfghanistan.htm
It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Lieutenant Oliver Richard Augustin and Marine Samuel Giles William Alexander MC, both from Juliet Company 42 Commando Royal Marines, were killed in Afghanistan on Friday 27 May 2011.
Lieutenant Augustin and Marine Alexander were killed by an Improvised Explosive Device whilst on patrol in the Loy Mandeh area of the Nad-e Ali district in Helmand province. The patrol, which was led by Lieutenant Augustin, was tasked to disrupt insurgent activity in their perceived rear area and provide depth to the Clear, Hold, Build Operation occurring to the North in Loy Mandeh Kalay further to expand the influence of the Government of Afghanistan.
Lieutenant Augustin's mum and dad, Jane and Sean, said:
Ollie was a much loved and cherished son. He was a beautiful boy who we were very proud of. He had many friends that he loved and who loved him in return. His warmth and humour lit a room and infected all around him. He dealt with people in a thoughtful and compassionate way. His independence and sense of adventure meant that he embraced life and his chosen path. Ollie we will all love and miss you forever.
Lieutenant Augustin's sister, Sarah, said:
Oli, you were a one in a million. You were brave, you were funny and I couldn't have wished for a better brother. You were so very special and made a lasting impression on anybody lucky enough to meet you. I will love you forever.
Lieutenant Colonel Ewen Murchison MBE, Commanding Officer 42 Commando Royal Marines, Coalition Force Nad-e Ali (North), said:
Lieutenant Ollie Augustin Royal Marines was a Troop Commander with considerable potential and a bright future ahead of him. Despite only passing for duty a matter of months ago, he had already made a considerable impact within Juliet Company and across the Unit. A charismatic young man, with a keen sense of humour, he was the life and soul of any gathering and he touched all those who had dealings with him.
As a leader he was inspirational, passionate and selfless, putting the welfare of his men above all else - they adored him and looked to him for direction, but looked on him as a brother in arms. As a Marine he was utterly professional, dependable and tactically astute. At the time his life was tragically cut short he was characteristically leading from the front, taking the fight to the enemy; his audacity, commitment and courage clear for all to see. 42 Commando have lost a brave, young warrior; the loss is keenly felt and the pain cuts deep. However, our grief is nothing compared to that of his loved ones; at this difficult time our thoughts and prayers are with his mother Jane, his father Sean and his sister Sarah.
Major Steven McCulley Royal Marines, Officer Commanding Juliet Company, 42 Commando Royal Marines, said:
Lieutenant Ollie Augustin was the epitome of a Royal Marines Officer. Selected from training to Command a Fire Support Group due to his professional ability. I was immediately impressed by the way in which no task was too difficult or onerous for him. Utterly reliable, he clearly relished leading Marines and his lads loved him. It is truly tragic that his life has been cut short and I will always remember him.
Captain Rob Garside Royal Marines, Company Intelligence Officer, Juliet Company, 42 Commando Royal Marines, said:
Having handed the Juliet Company Fire Support Group to Ollie Augustin, I was soon aware I passed on the Troop to a very professional, focussed and driven Royal Marines Commando Officer. He took his job very seriously and he looked after and cared for those under his command. A quality individual, an impressive Bootneck Young Officer, he will be sorely missed by all those who worked with him and knew him.
We will remember them
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Hi Terry
Whilst I have no personal information about your father our site does have some good information about No.9 Commando which may be of interest to you. At the foot of the 9 Cdo history section there is a PDF file which covers up to May 1945:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/site/mambots/editors/fckeditor/editor/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=52&Itemid=
Also the late Ronald 'Ken' Young of No.9 Cdo. was able to give us some detail about his time with No.9 and it is worth reading:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoForum/posts/list/1093.page
If you have any photos of your father or any of his Commando comrades that you would like included in our gallery please contact me direct on my email address below and I will assist you in this.
Regards
Pete Rogers
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Hi there
I would be most interested in them and also in putting something in our gallery about your father. i will send you a pm
Pete
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Paul
I have created a personal album and placed it in the No.3 Commando gallery with a reference to this forum message. Should there be any updates/information that come to my notice I will place a message here.
Link to the album :
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/units/3/nottingham/
Pete
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Jennie Barlow has contacted me regarding a book about Eric Harden VC written by his daughter Julia. The book is called
Eric Harden VC RAMC (45RM Commando. My Family's Story)
Jennie adds
I've read Julia's book and it's a very tender and moving account of the life of the father she never knew
It can be purchased here:
http://www.tommiesguides.co.uk/webstore/product.asp?P_ID=170035&strPageHistory=search&strKeywords=harden&numPageStartPosition=1&strSearchCriteria=any&PT_ID=all
We have information about Eric Harden VC in our gallery on this link:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/units/Royal+Marine+Commando+Units/45+RM+Commando/Henry+Eric+Harden+VC+45+RM+Cdo.jpg.html
and also some pictures of a service in Holland in 2007 on this link:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/events/Holland/Misc/
We will remember them
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Dale has sent a copy of the photo to me and I have responded to him. I have uploaded it here to see if it is any clearer than his original
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Hi Paul
I must add my name to the list of those saying what a great job you have all done. I will add the photos to the gallery in due course and post a link to them here.
Stephen this photo has been in the public domain for some time. A larger version is in our Gallery and is listed as follows:
Royal Navy Beach Commandos aboard a Landing Craft Assault of the 529th Flotilla, Royal Navy, during a training exercise off the coast of England, 9 May 1944
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/units/rn+cdos/RN+Cdos.jpg.html
Pete
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Hi
I can now confirm that David Walter Nottingham was in No.3 Commando and he was attached from the Recce Corps so there is the link you require. What I do not know is when he was attached to No.3 Cdo. Furthermore he went from No.3 Commando to the STC (which is likely to have been Lochailort) and then is shown as being at the Commando Basic Training Centre at Achnacarry for some considerable time so may well have been on the staff there. He ended his Commando Service on the 9th january 1946 at the Holding Operational Commando. His date of February on the Army Service record for Gibraltar tally with when No.3 Commando went there Feb 43. but not the date of return.
So I think the paperwork is genuine. As to the photo the fact that the insignia ties in with the name and his unit adds some provenance to it being so.
As regards the name changes of the Association , they are fully covered in Henry Brown's history of the Association
Pete
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Hi Paul and Nick
We have some details in the gallery about the Association. When first formed it was indeed the Old Comrades Association of the Special Service Brigade. It later was renamed the Old Comrades Association of the Army Commandos, and finally became the Commando Association. Henry Brown documented its history which can be read on this link:
http://www.commandoveterans.org/cdoGallery/v/documents/Cdo+assoc_001/
I'll contact Ron Youngman regarding his membership and see what I can discover
Pete
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