Dave_59 Posted 23 May , 2005 Share Posted 23 May , 2005 v kidd also won the MC according to the list of additions on SDGW. dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner R.A. Posted 23 May , 2005 Share Posted 23 May , 2005 Gunner R.A, SDGW doesnt list any additional info other than what you have except... V N Kidd was a temp major...cause of death is given as died and supplementary notes say Staff. Dave <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Cheers Dave, much appreciated, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner R.A. Posted 23 May , 2005 Share Posted 23 May , 2005 Hello Anthony, since Dave answered the last look-up could you possibly do one on the following please, Percy Harold Leeming, Rifleman, C/7127, KRRC, 18/02/1917, any help would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner R.A. Posted 23 May , 2005 Share Posted 23 May , 2005 Gunner R.A, SDGW doesnt list any additional info other than what you have except... V N Kidd was a temp major...cause of death is given as died and supplementary notes say Staff. Dave <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Dave, any chance you could quote exactly what the entries say, just so i have the exact entries on record, cheers, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_59 Posted 23 May , 2005 Share Posted 23 May , 2005 Regiment/corps etc: Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment) Battalion/etc: 8th Surname: KIDD Christian Name(s): Vivian Norval Rank: Major(TP) Died Date: 21/03/1917 Died How: Died Supplememtary Notes: (STAFF) There is a list of additions which includes his name as having won the MC but there is no mention of it in his SDGW entry. However, I have the older version. It may be a good idea to check it with someone on the updated version. I looked at the London Gazette for information without avail. I would suggest asking Rlflory (the threat is in this folder) to search his public schools/officer information, if you havent already done so. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 23 May , 2005 Author Share Posted 23 May , 2005 Peter, SDGW shows: Percy Leeming (no middle name), Born Bramley, Yorks, Enlisted Bradford, Lived Atley, Yorks, KIA 18/2/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner R.A. Posted 24 May , 2005 Share Posted 24 May , 2005 Regiment/corps etc: Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment) Battalion/etc: 8th Surname: KIDD Christian Name(s): Vivian Norval Rank: Major(TP) Died Date: 21/03/1917 Died How: Died Supplememtary Notes: (STAFF) There is a list of additions which includes his name as having won the MC but there is no mention of it in his SDGW entry. However, I have the older version. It may be a good idea to check it with someone on the updated version. I looked at the London Gazette for information without avail. I would suggest asking Rlflory (the threat is in this folder) to search his public schools/officer information, if you havent already done so. Dave <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks Dave, much appreciated, i am surprised that there was no mention in the Times regarding the MC, i will do as you suggest and ask Rlflory and see if he can come up with something, thanks once again for all your help, Peter, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner R.A. Posted 24 May , 2005 Share Posted 24 May , 2005 Peter, SDGW shows: Percy Leeming (no middle name), Born Bramley, Yorks, Enlisted Bradford, Lived Atley, Yorks, KIA 18/2/17 <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks for the look-up Anthony, it is appreciated, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 24 May , 2005 Author Share Posted 24 May , 2005 Peter, No probs, glad i could be of help!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stebie9173 Posted 24 May , 2005 Share Posted 24 May , 2005 Some London Gazette extracts of Major Kidd. Apologies if you've found them already. 16-9-1914 The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment), Lieutenant Vivian N. Kidd to be Adjutant, 8th (Service) Battalion. Dated 2nd September 1914. 21-11-1914 8th Battalion, The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment). Captain Hugh P. Travers to be temporary Major. Dated 29th October, 1914. Lieutenant and Adjutant Vivian N. Kidd to be temporary Captain. Dated 29th October, 1914. 28-1-1916 Mentioned in Despatches West Riding Regiment Captain V. N. Kidd (Adjutant) 21-9-1916 SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS ATTACHED TO HEADQUARTERS UNITS. Staff Capt. Capt. V. N. Kidd, West Riding Regiment, from Adjutant of a Service Battalion. 30th Mar. 1916. Can't find the MC but it must be in this timeframe? 19-1-1917 Staff Capts. Temp. Capt. H. B. Hill, Dorset Regiment, and to be transferred to the Gen. List, vice Captain V. N. Kidd, M.C., West Riding Regiment. 22nd Oct. 1916. 2-2-1917 York & Lancs. Regiment. Capt. V. N. Kidd, M.C. (West Riding Regiment), to be acting Major whilst 2nd in command of a Battalion. 17 Nov 1916. 26-3-1917 West Riding Battalion Capt. V. N. Kidd, M.C. (from acting Major whilst 2nd in Command of a Battalion, York & Lancs. Regiment), to be temporary Major. 17 Nov. 1916. 1901 Census info : Vivian Norval Kidd, born abt 1888 at Ilkley, "boarder" at Giggleswick Grammar School, Ilkley, Yorkshire. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcher Posted 25 May , 2005 Share Posted 25 May , 2005 Hello Anthony!! Just starting to research my Grandmothers brothers two of whom were killed. I have there names from 1901 cencus but need more info to narrow the search. If you could help it would be most appreciated. LOCKYER, FREDERICK F United Kingdom Private Royal Warwickshire Regiment 11th Bn. 27/04/1917 8271 LOCKYER, FRANK Initials: F Nationality: United Kingdom Rank: Private Regiment: Wiltshire Regiment Unit Text: 5th Bn. Date of Death: 26/04/1916 Service No: 19439 LOCKYER Initials: F L Nationality: United Kingdom Rank: Pioneer Regiment: Royal Engineers Date of Death: 24/08/1916 Service No: 153665 LOCKYER Initials: S W Nationality: United Kingdom Rank: Private Regiment: Inns of Court Officer Training Corps Date of Death: 10/11/1918 Service No: 14207 Thankyou, Kevin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 25 May , 2005 Author Share Posted 25 May , 2005 Kevin: 8271 Frederick Lockyer, Born Bordesley, Birmingham, Enlisted Birmingham, Lived Philadelphia USA, KIA 19439 Frank Lockyer Born Plucknel, Hampshire, Enlisted and Lived Warminster, KIA Mesopotamia 153665 Frederick Leonard Lockyer Born and Enlisted Canning Town, Essex, died home, Formerly 123544 RASC 14207 Stanley Watkins Lockyer, Born Durban, Natal (South Africa), Enlisted London, Lived Finsbury, Died home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcher Posted 25 May , 2005 Share Posted 25 May , 2005 Thankyou Anthony. I think one could be the go but birth location does not work. Can't seem to find a place called Plucknel. Could this be a typo? 19439 Frank Lockyer Born Plucknel, Hampshire, Enlisted and Lived Warminster, KIA Mesopotamia Kevin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 25 May , 2005 Author Share Posted 25 May , 2005 Kevin, Definitely says Plucknel!! As for location being a Notts lad, can't help sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner R.A. Posted 25 May , 2005 Share Posted 25 May , 2005 Some London Gazette extracts of Major Kidd. Apologies if you've found them already. 16-9-1914 The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment), Lieutenant Vivian N. Kidd to be Adjutant, 8th (Service) Battalion. Dated 2nd September 1914. 21-11-1914 8th Battalion, The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment). Captain Hugh P. Travers to be temporary Major. Dated 29th October, 1914. Lieutenant and Adjutant Vivian N. Kidd to be temporary Captain. Dated 29th October, 1914. 28-1-1916 Mentioned in Despatches West Riding Regiment Captain V. N. Kidd (Adjutant) 21-9-1916 SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS ATTACHED TO HEADQUARTERS UNITS. Staff Capt. Capt. V. N. Kidd, West Riding Regiment, from Adjutant of a Service Battalion. 30th Mar. 1916. Can't find the MC but it must be in this timeframe? 19-1-1917 Staff Capts. Temp. Capt. H. B. Hill, Dorset Regiment, and to be transferred to the Gen. List, vice Captain V. N. Kidd, M.C., West Riding Regiment. 22nd Oct. 1916. 2-2-1917 York & Lancs. Regiment. Capt. V. N. Kidd, M.C. (West Riding Regiment), to be acting Major whilst 2nd in command of a Battalion. 17 Nov 1916. 26-3-1917 West Riding Battalion Capt. V. N. Kidd, M.C. (from acting Major whilst 2nd in Command of a Battalion, York & Lancs. Regiment), to be temporary Major. 17 Nov. 1916. 1901 Census info : Vivian Norval Kidd, born abt 1888 at Ilkley, "boarder" at Giggleswick Grammar School, Ilkley, Yorkshire. Steve. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hello Steve, thanks for all the information, i really do appreciate it, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPCLI Posted 24 August , 2005 Share Posted 24 August , 2005 Hi Anthony, I don't know if this is straightforward or not, but I was hoping to get some casualty numbers for the 1st King's Own Scottish Borderers, i.e. total casualties over set periods of time. 1. 1st Oct 1915 - 8th Jan 1916 ('quiet phase' of Gallipoli) 2. 20th Mar 1916 - 30th June 1916 (the Somme, calm before the storm) 3. 1st - 3rd July 1916 (the storm) 4. 1st Aug 1916 - 8th Dec 1916 (alternating between reserve, support and front line) I have only used SDGW once and that was a while ago - I can't remember what the search facility was like. If this request is too complicated or will take up too much of your time let me know. Thanks, Stuart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 24 August , 2005 Author Share Posted 24 August , 2005 Stuart, No problem. I will have a look when i get back from work (about 6pm) Anthony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 24 August , 2005 Author Share Posted 24 August , 2005 Stuart, 1/10/15-8/01/16= 44 casualties 20/03/16-30/06/16= 21 casualties 1/07-03/07/16= 138 casualties 01/08/16-08/12/16= 58 casualties Regards Anthony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest John Lewis Posted 24 August , 2005 Share Posted 24 August , 2005 I have got the Soldiers Died CD which includes Officers died and am offering to look up details of soldiers/officers. If anyone wants a look up just post here. Cheers <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi Anthony, Could you please look up the following for me...... Pte Albert Edward EVANS, G/24604 6th Btn, Queen's Own (Royal West Kent Regiment) Died 3 May 1917 Pte A R EVANS, 29799 8th Btn, Gloucestershire Regiment Died 7 May 1917 Many thanks John Lewis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPCLI Posted 25 August , 2005 Share Posted 25 August , 2005 Hi Anthony, Thank you very much for your prompt reply. It always amazes me how high casualty numbers were when no major engagements were taking place at the time. It's quite often described as normal frontline 'wastage' - a word that I always find distasteful in this context. The 44 casualties at Gallipoli occurred during the "comparatively uneventful last three months of the Dardanelles campaign" (Oct, Nov & Dec 1915 were covered in two pages in 'The KOSB in the Great War', Capt. Stair Gillon). Cheers, Stuart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 25 August , 2005 Author Share Posted 25 August , 2005 Thank you very much for your prompt reply. Stuart, Not a problem. John, Albert Edward Evans: Born, Monmouthshire, Enlisted Redbrook, Monmouthshire, KIA Arthur Richard Evans: Born Felinwen, Enlisted Cardiff, KIA Regards Anthony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff. Hobson Posted 25 August , 2005 Share Posted 25 August , 2005 Anthony, I have tried to find details of an H Harvey and a C Wood whose names are on the Village War Memorial ( Whitwell, Derbyshire) , I have searched the C.W.G.C. , the local papers and the 1901 Census but without any luck. The most likely regiment they would have served in would have been the Sherwood Foresters I looked on the data base that Cliff. Housley set up at the Nottingham Foresters museum but a great many are not on there. I f you have any suggestions where to go to next it would be greatly appreciated. Regards Cliff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 25 August , 2005 Author Share Posted 25 August , 2005 Cliff, Just a thought but there is a 10638 Pte Joseph Wood 6th Lincolnshires listed on SDGW who was born and lived Whitwell, Enlisted Worksop. He was KIA 09/08/15. Could the Memorial be wrong? There are 2 H Harvey's in the Foresters. 1) 21923 Harold Harvey 1st Bn, Born Starton, Derbs, Enlisted Buxton, Residence Rowsley, Derbs (bit too far away from Whitwell i think!!) 2)1399 Harry Harvey 1/5th KIA 26/06/15, Born and Enlisted Derby Whitwell is only down the road! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest John Lewis Posted 25 August , 2005 Share Posted 25 August , 2005 Stuart, Not a problem. John, Albert Edward Evans: Born, Monmouthshire, Enlisted Redbrook, Monmouthshire, KIA Arthur Richard Evans: Born Felinwen, Enlisted Cardiff, KIA Regards Anthony <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi Anthony, Many thanks, that's sorted my problem. Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Bagshaw Posted 26 August , 2005 Author Share Posted 26 August , 2005 Hi Anthony, Many thanks, that's sorted my problem. Cheers John Any time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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