billyturnip
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That probably wouldn't be too difficult.
Oddly enough the 1st Greek Brigade were attached to the 50th (Northumbrian) Div. which has strong local connections in both world wars.
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That probably wouldn't be too difficult.
Oddly enough the 1st Greek Brigade were attached to the 50th (Northumbrian) Div. which has strong local connections in both world wars.
peedee
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So were they in Normandy Roger?
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No Paul, I've copied this from wikipedia to save myself time.
There it was placed under British 50th Division in the Nile Delta, and joined it in the Second Battle of El Alamein, where it suffered 89 dead and 228 wounded. A 2nd Greek Brigade also began being formed in Egypt since 27 July 1942 along similar lines, but did not see action.
Both Brigades remained on guard duty in Egypt and Libya, where they became involved in the widespread pro-EAM mutiny in April 1944. Subsequently, both units were disbanded by the British, and their personnel interned in camps or used in non-combat duties. 3,500 politically reliable officers and men were formed into the III Greek Mountain Brigade under Col. Thrasyvoulos Tsakalotos, on 4 June 1944. This unit was embarked for Italy in August and fought with distinction, particularly at the Battle of Rimini, where it earned the honorific Rimini Brigade. This loyal and battle-hardened unit would later be instrumental in the struggle between the British-backed government and the EAM-ELAS forces.
In September 1942, an elite special forces unit, the Sacred Band (Ιερός Λόχος), was formed, made up solely of officers and volunteers. Under its charismatic leader, Col. Christodoulos Tsigantes, it was attached to the 1st SAS Regiment, and participated in raids in Libya. In February 1943, the unit was placed under the orders of General Philippe Leclerc, and participated in the Tunisia Campaign. From May to October 1943, the Sacred Band was re-trained in airborne and amphibious operations, and for the remainder of the war it was employed in operations against the German garrisons of the Aegean islands. The unit was disbanded in Athens, on 7 August 1945.
peedee
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It makes more sense that they went to Italy and the Aegean.
cheers mate, 'appreciate the gen old chap'
cheers mate, 'appreciate the gen old chap'
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A Centenary Victoria Cross paving stone in honour of Captain Noel Chavasse VC and bar MC, has been formally unveiled on Abercromby Square Liverpool.
A doctor, sportsman and son of the Bishop of Liverpool, Captain Chavasse is the only person to have been awarded a Victoria Cross (VC) twice in the First World War.
He was awarded both VCs for his bravery in attending to wounded soldiers.
The first was awarded after his actions in saving men and bringing in the wounded under fire at the battle of Guillemont on the Somme battlefield 28th August 1916.
This was the second time he had been cited for the award.
the first was a year earlier after the Liverpool Scottish's heavy losses as they charged at the battle of Hooge near hill 60 outside Ypres. He was awarded the Military Cross on that occasion.
The second was awarded posthumously for his actions in braving heavy fire to treat wounded soldiers during the Battle of Passchendaele, ignoring his own multiple wounds and treating others.
Known with the deepest of affection by all ranks of the 10th Scottish Volunteer Bn. The King's Regt. as "The Doctor"; Captain Noel Chavasse moved to Liverpool in 1900 when his father was appointed Bishop of Liverpool and the family became residents of the Bishop’s Palace, which was at Abercromby Square. After attending Liverpool College, Captain Chavasse studied medicine at the University of Oxford. He returned to Liverpool to continue his medical studies here at the University and took his first placement at the Royal Southern Hospital in Liverpool concentrating on the treatment of the poor in Toxteth, and competed in the Olympic games as a sprinter for Great Britain.
The commemorative stone lies in Abercromby Square opposite the Bishops Palace and can be seen behind the standard bearers
The audience included civic and church dignitaries, the Commdt Gen RAMC, senior and junior officers alongside serving members of 208 field Hospital RAMC,
Veterans from the RAMC, RN, RM, Liverpool Scottish and family of the Chavasse family and his stretcher bearers.
This ceremony was followed by an afternoon service at Liverpool Parish Church with the Bishop of Liverpool.
His Sword was carried into the church and laid on the altar covered by the 55th West Lancs Div battle flag of 1916.
Readings of letters by his men to their families telling of the doctor's love and care, whilst a biography of his life before the army, told the full story of this most special of men.
The haunting 'Flowers of the forest' lament was played and the most wonderful choral hymns represented his devout Christian faith..
208 Field Hospital Royal Army Medical Corps held a Last Light vigil to close the day’s proceedings at the newly dedicated stone in Abercromby Square, whilst the Royal British Legion lowered their standards at the statue to Chavasse and all the other Liverpool VC winners.
The medals of Captain Noel Chavasse are now on display at the Museum of Liverpool until 5 January 2018.
It was a privilige be a part of this most special days.
A doctor, sportsman and son of the Bishop of Liverpool, Captain Chavasse is the only person to have been awarded a Victoria Cross (VC) twice in the First World War.
He was awarded both VCs for his bravery in attending to wounded soldiers.
The first was awarded after his actions in saving men and bringing in the wounded under fire at the battle of Guillemont on the Somme battlefield 28th August 1916.
This was the second time he had been cited for the award.
the first was a year earlier after the Liverpool Scottish's heavy losses as they charged at the battle of Hooge near hill 60 outside Ypres. He was awarded the Military Cross on that occasion.
The second was awarded posthumously for his actions in braving heavy fire to treat wounded soldiers during the Battle of Passchendaele, ignoring his own multiple wounds and treating others.
Known with the deepest of affection by all ranks of the 10th Scottish Volunteer Bn. The King's Regt. as "The Doctor"; Captain Noel Chavasse moved to Liverpool in 1900 when his father was appointed Bishop of Liverpool and the family became residents of the Bishop’s Palace, which was at Abercromby Square. After attending Liverpool College, Captain Chavasse studied medicine at the University of Oxford. He returned to Liverpool to continue his medical studies here at the University and took his first placement at the Royal Southern Hospital in Liverpool concentrating on the treatment of the poor in Toxteth, and competed in the Olympic games as a sprinter for Great Britain.
The commemorative stone lies in Abercromby Square opposite the Bishops Palace and can be seen behind the standard bearers
The audience included civic and church dignitaries, the Commdt Gen RAMC, senior and junior officers alongside serving members of 208 field Hospital RAMC,
Veterans from the RAMC, RN, RM, Liverpool Scottish and family of the Chavasse family and his stretcher bearers.
This ceremony was followed by an afternoon service at Liverpool Parish Church with the Bishop of Liverpool.
His Sword was carried into the church and laid on the altar covered by the 55th West Lancs Div battle flag of 1916.
Readings of letters by his men to their families telling of the doctor's love and care, whilst a biography of his life before the army, told the full story of this most special of men.
The haunting 'Flowers of the forest' lament was played and the most wonderful choral hymns represented his devout Christian faith..
208 Field Hospital Royal Army Medical Corps held a Last Light vigil to close the day’s proceedings at the newly dedicated stone in Abercromby Square, whilst the Royal British Legion lowered their standards at the statue to Chavasse and all the other Liverpool VC winners.
The medals of Captain Noel Chavasse are now on display at the Museum of Liverpool until 5 January 2018.
It was a privilige be a part of this most special days.
billyturnip
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Yesterday my youngest daughter and I went to have a look at the Great North Art Show in Ripon Cathedral. It's well worth a visit if you are in the area.
https://greatnorthartshow.co.uk/
Spotted this while in there.....
https://greatnorthartshow.co.uk/
Spotted this while in there.....
billyturnip
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Another one from Ripon Catherdral....
jai
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Today, October 31, 2017 is the anniversary of the Protestant reform begun 500 years ago.
On September 12, 1532, a few miles from my home, a "beard" assembly [medieval preachers from all over the Valdese area (Piedmont, Calabria, Provence)] and preachers from Switzerland, including Guillaume Farel the foremost proponent of the Protestant movement.
At the debate, lasting for a week, the people also participated. The decision was of historical significance because it marked the entrance of the medieval Valdese movement under the Reformation. A significant initiative in that circumstance was the publication of a French-language translation of the Bible.
In this site, Chanforan (field of the fair ... probably used in antiquity as an exchange zone) in Valle d'Angrogna, in 1932, on the design of the artist Paolo Paschetto (will later draw the logo of the Italian republic) to remember this monument
On September 12, 1532, a few miles from my home, a "beard" assembly [medieval preachers from all over the Valdese area (Piedmont, Calabria, Provence)] and preachers from Switzerland, including Guillaume Farel the foremost proponent of the Protestant movement.
At the debate, lasting for a week, the people also participated. The decision was of historical significance because it marked the entrance of the medieval Valdese movement under the Reformation. A significant initiative in that circumstance was the publication of a French-language translation of the Bible.
In this site, Chanforan (field of the fair ... probably used in antiquity as an exchange zone) in Valle d'Angrogna, in 1932, on the design of the artist Paolo Paschetto (will later draw the logo of the Italian republic) to remember this monument
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peedee
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My final post on the forum is simply to leave a photo that epitomises Remembrance.
Taken on 12th Nov 1967...50 years ago this week, this is my father as corner sentinel on the Cenotaph in Liverpool from the Liverpool Echo newspaper.
Wearing his medals from WW2 but not his Burma Star he is in the No1 State dress piper green uniform of :
V(Liverpool Scottish) Coy, 1/51st Highland VolunteersTA,
The Batallion was reduced to Company strength in the months before.
Having served in the Royal Artillery as part of a Mountain battery, and 8 years in the merchant navy, he joined the Liverpool Scottish in 1956, in transport, MMG, Mortar and BAT anti tank platoons, until 1972.
Ralph is 90 this year.
He wears his poppy with pride remembering all who went before, military amd civilian and both those who did not return and have also passed in 'peacetime' since.
This week please take a moment to remember all the fallen
Farewell all
Taken on 12th Nov 1967...50 years ago this week, this is my father as corner sentinel on the Cenotaph in Liverpool from the Liverpool Echo newspaper.
Wearing his medals from WW2 but not his Burma Star he is in the No1 State dress piper green uniform of :
V(Liverpool Scottish) Coy, 1/51st Highland VolunteersTA,
The Batallion was reduced to Company strength in the months before.
Having served in the Royal Artillery as part of a Mountain battery, and 8 years in the merchant navy, he joined the Liverpool Scottish in 1956, in transport, MMG, Mortar and BAT anti tank platoons, until 1972.
Ralph is 90 this year.
He wears his poppy with pride remembering all who went before, military amd civilian and both those who did not return and have also passed in 'peacetime' since.
This week please take a moment to remember all the fallen
Farewell all
Hi Guys
After a holiday in Cornwall saw this wonderful memorial at Fowey
Particularly interesting that there are Canadians New Zealand and Naval names as well
Nap
PS Would highly recommend visiting the DCLI museum in Bodmin where the old Goal is also worth looking at ( includes the only surviving hanging room )
After a holiday in Cornwall saw this wonderful memorial at Fowey
Particularly interesting that there are Canadians New Zealand and Naval names as well
Nap
PS Would highly recommend visiting the DCLI museum in Bodmin where the old Goal is also worth looking at ( includes the only surviving hanging room )
jai
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seeing the Carthaginian elephant came to my mind this warning in Italy
https://www.rivalta-trebbia.it/elefante-di-tuna/
https://www.google.it/maps/place/Mo...xf9ab87624ac24ded!8m2!3d44.9643695!4d9.585578
https://www.rivalta-trebbia.it/elefante-di-tuna/
https://www.google.it/maps/place/Mo...xf9ab87624ac24ded!8m2!3d44.9643695!4d9.585578
peedee
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Hi Jai and Nap thanks for posting.
only just seen these
thanks for adding to the portfolio.
I will add some new ones myself over the next few days.
all the best.
only just seen these
thanks for adding to the portfolio.
I will add some new ones myself over the next few days.
all the best.
billyturnip
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peedee
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So nice to see new memorials being installed...and honouring a veteran at the same time.
thanks for sharing Roger
thanks for sharing Roger
I genuinely thought that was you mate, the likeness is uncanny
Steve
peedee
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I felt like that when I painted the bust of your dad !
peedee
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Earlier this year a large party of veterans of the Queens Own Highlanders and the Liverpool Scottish Regimental Associations, joined with serving soldiers of 4Scots to dedicate their memorial at the National Arboretum in Staffordshire.
a large parade marched on accompanied by pipers and regt. Assiciation Standards to pay tribute to all those who served in peace and war.
The Arboretum now hosts over 300 memorials and is a wonderful setting and collection of tributes.
Hope these pictures offer some sense of pride of those who took part.
a large parade marched on accompanied by pipers and regt. Assiciation Standards to pay tribute to all those who served in peace and war.
The Arboretum now hosts over 300 memorials and is a wonderful setting and collection of tributes.
Hope these pictures offer some sense of pride of those who took part.
peedee
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HI Folks,
Can I ask anyone who is new to the forum to read the opening of this thread and add their local war memorial so we can all see it.
And today ....
My respects to Anzacs past present and future.
Can I ask anyone who is new to the forum to read the opening of this thread and add their local war memorial so we can all see it.
And today ....
My respects to Anzacs past present and future.
