michaeldr Posted 21 September , 2014 Author Share Posted 21 September , 2014 Kassie, As SB suggests, post the name and details, and if he (SB) has not already got it, then I'll see what I can do for you. regards Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassie Posted 11 October , 2014 Share Posted 11 October , 2014 Courtesy of a very kind visitor to Ramleh War Cemetery a few years ago, I have some headstone photographs. If you would like to post your great grandfather's details, I'll check to see if I can help. Thank you for replying to my request. My great grandfathers name was Private Charles James Slocombe 35741. He was in 1st/4th Battalion, Duke of Cornwall Light Infantry. He died 9th April 1918 He is buried in Row R, Grave 72. Many thanks for checking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standard Bearer Posted 11 October , 2014 Share Posted 11 October , 2014 Hi Kassie Unfortunately, I do not have a headstone photo for Pte Slocombe. Here's hoping that Michael will be able to help you. Sorry to disappoint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 11 October , 2014 Author Share Posted 11 October , 2014 Kassie, I've made a note of that [Row R, Grave 72 Charles James Slocombe 35741] I'll be in touch again as soon as I can; may be next month if not sooner regards Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraemeClarke Posted 12 October , 2014 Share Posted 12 October , 2014 Morning Michael may I be a complete pain and add a name, please. After the headstone pic of J. LOCKLEY Grave V.21. Driver 1034283 many thanks if you can help, Regards, Graeme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standard Bearer Posted 12 October , 2014 Share Posted 12 October , 2014 Hi Graeme I know that your post was directed to Michael, but I thought it would be worth my checking whether I had a photo of J Lockley's headstone. Unfortunately, I don't so I hope Michael will be able to help you when he visits Ramleh War Cemetery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 12 October , 2014 Author Share Posted 12 October , 2014 No problem Graeme: noted J. LOCKLEY Grave V.21. I'll be in touch regards Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraemeClarke Posted 12 October , 2014 Share Posted 12 October , 2014 Hi Both Many thanks to each Regards, Graeme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassie Posted 12 October , 2014 Share Posted 12 October , 2014 Thank you so much for trying to help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 11 November , 2014 Author Share Posted 11 November , 2014 On Sunday the 9th, we had the Service of Remembrance and Dedication at Ramleh. It was very well attended on a bright and warm (30º+) morning. Marking the centenary of the commencement of the Great War, the service was graced by the attendance of a couple of pensioners from the Royal Hospital Chelsea; possibly the first time that their distinctive uniform has been seen out here. The Brits were well supported by friends and former foes alike, making for a huge display of floral tributes at the end of the ceremony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 11 November , 2014 Author Share Posted 11 November , 2014 I managed to get the pictures of the two headstones requested Kassie and Graeme - If you would like the full size file of your picture, then please let me have a PM with your e-mail address Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 11 November , 2014 Author Share Posted 11 November , 2014 Next to Graeme's chap was this headstone to 1866 Moch. D. Narasimaloo attatched 89th Battery RFA, 16th Brigade died 13-10-20 The overall shape of the headstone conforms to the CWGC design, however it is in bad repair and lacks the attention to detail one expects – no unit badge, the text not clearly laid out and the date format much abbreviated. I feel that it is a little sad that this fellow could not be given a proper marker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraemeClarke Posted 11 November , 2014 Share Posted 11 November , 2014 Hi Michael Absolutely brilliant, many thanks (and great quality) PM sent, Regards, Graeme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 11 November , 2014 Author Share Posted 11 November , 2014 Graeme, The full size file is on its way now Glad to have been of help here regards Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraemeClarke Posted 11 November , 2014 Share Posted 11 November , 2014 Hi Michael MOST excellent, many thanks, Graeme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassie Posted 14 November , 2014 Share Posted 14 November , 2014 I managed to get the pictures of the two headstones requested Kassie and Graeme - If you would like the full size file of your picture, then please let me have a PM with your e-mail address Thank you so so much. This will mean so much to my mum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaeldr Posted 15 November , 2014 Author Share Posted 15 November , 2014 Kassie, Many thanks for your message a full size picture file has already been e-mailed as you requested All the best Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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