Guest Posted 26 January , 2005 Share Posted 26 January , 2005 I came across this picture when searching through a box of old family photographs. All the others probably show great aunts, uncles etc. who I cannot identify, but this is a mystery. I cannot think why any relative of mine would be in the Royal Scots, but my grandparents lived in Basingstoke, where it was made (and taken?) If you can shed any light on it, that would be interesting, or perhaps it is some use to you. Entitled "Signallers - 13th Royal Scots", photographer's name Eric Guy, Basingstoke. On a postcard, but no writing and not posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Reed Posted 26 January , 2005 Share Posted 26 January , 2005 It was taken about February 1915 as that's when the 13th Royal Scots were in Basingstoke. See: http://battlefields1418.50megs.com/regiment007.htm The peak caps they are wearing are one of the types of headgear issued with the 'Kitchener's Blues' uniform. I have a lot of photos of men in 'English' regiments with them on but this is the first one I have seen to a Scottish unit! Interesting photo - thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Godden Posted 27 January , 2005 Share Posted 27 January , 2005 Hi Angie, I have emailed you about the postcard. I look forward to hearing from you. All the best, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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