Julian Sinclair Posted 19 June , 2019 Share Posted 19 June , 2019 Can anyone read interpret these / this My SMLE 1917 says 2.O.B.L.I. 182 I am hoping it may have an association with the Royal Berkshire Regiment since my Great Uncle fought and died for them at the first battle of Ypres? Is that a possibility? Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMB1943 Posted 19 June , 2019 Share Posted 19 June , 2019 Julian, Your Rifle was marked to the 2nd Battalion, Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Light Infantry, weapon or rack no. 182. My understanding is that unit marking was discontinued for the duration in 1915. A 1917 rifle would not have been so-marked until post-war. Regards, JMB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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