julia jeffries Posted 19 August , 2013 Posted 19 August , 2013 At the weekend my Great Aunt Glad died at the age of 102, she was the last surviving sister of Albert Livermore (27301) who died on 22nd October 1917 (aged 32) & is buried in Bedford House cemetary. Although she was only 2 at the start of the war, she told many tales about him - most of which have turned out to be true. However, we don't have too much detail about what he might have been involved with at the time of his death, so if anyone has access to the War Diary etc we would be greatful. We are going to try to give every one of their surviving relatives a little potted history & given they were 2 out of 13 children.... It is a very odd thought that she died nearly 97 years after him. Regards
stiletto_33853 Posted 19 August , 2013 Posted 19 August , 2013 Hi Julia, The battalion war diary is very brief, saying see appendix 59. War diary entry Battalion carried out an attack in the vicinity of Poelcappelle. For part played by battalion during this operation see narrative attached (Appendix 59) If you would care to send me a message with your e-mail address I will gladly forward you the diary and referred to appendix. Andy
Khaki Posted 19 August , 2013 Posted 19 August , 2013 Hello Julia, Sad to see that generation disappear altogether. My condolences to you and your family. regards khaki
stiletto_33853 Posted 19 August , 2013 Posted 19 August , 2013 All sent Julia, I hope that it gives you the information you seek and my condolences to you and you family for your loss. Andy
aengland Posted 21 August , 2013 Posted 21 August , 2013 Julia I can put you in touch with Dick Rayner who (conservatively I estimate) knows more about the 8th / Norfolks than the 8th Norfolks knew about themselves! Please send me your e-mail address, via a PM, and I will make the contact for you. Andrew
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