(d.22nd Aug 1915), Degg John Henry. The Wartime Memories Project is a non profit organisation run by volunteers. By his leadership he not only stopped but demoralized the enemy attacks and although he was suffering from a perforated ear-drum and multiple wounds, he refused medical attention. If the information here has been helpful or you have enjoyed reaching the stories please conside making a donation, no matter how small, would be much appreciated, annually we need to raise enough funds to pay for our web hosting or this site will vanish from the web. 8th Battalion South Staffordshire Regiment (d.12th Oct 1917). They took part in Operation Market Garden, and played a significant part in the Battle of Arnhem in September 1944. It took part in many British Army campaigns, before being amalgamated into the South Staffordshire Regiment in 1881. [4][5], The 1st Battalion (the former 38th) was sent to Egypt in 1882 as part of the British invasion of the country. If you are enjoying the site, please consider making a donation, however small Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2x UK Army:"SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE REGT MESS DRESS BUTTONS" (Small, 15mm, WW1 Era) at the best online prices at eBay! He is also commemorated on two memorials locally. [15] It was evacuated from Gallipoli in December 1915 and moved to Egypt before landing in France in July 1916 for service on the Western Front. L/Sgt. To find out more about how we collect, store and use your personal information, read our Privacy Policy. The popularity of the site means that it is far exceeding available resources. After a brief respite, Baskeyfield again came under heavy fire; he refused to cower. The regiment was created in 1881 under the Childers Reforms by the amalgamation of the 38th (1st Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot and the 80th (Staffordshire Volunteers) Regiment of Foot. 8th (Service) Btn. In turn, the Staffordshire Regiment was absorbed into the Mercia Regiment in 2005. 2 Militia and Special Reserve battalions In 1888 Wilhelm II was crowned 'German Emperor and King of Prussia' and moved from a policy of maintaining the status quo to a more aggressive position. Major Cain's conduct throughout was highly respected, both in terms of personal actions and leadership ability, and for this he was awarded the Victoria Cross; the only living man to receive this medal at Arnhem. 1st Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, 2nd Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, 5th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, 6th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, 7th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, 8th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, 2/6th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment. By creating an account you agree to us emailing you with newsletters and discounts, which you can switch off in your account at any time. The volume records the arrival and departure dates of the 80th Regiment at each station from its formation in 1793 until 1905 (by which time it was the 2nd Battalion of the South Staffordshire Regiment). South Staffordshire Regiment WW2 - British Genealogy From 1900 it also served in South Africa during theBoer War (1899-1902). The South Staffordshire Regiment was a line infantry regiment of the British Army in existence for only 68 years. This was my starting point, but what division? Following the end of the war, the 11th Battalion was posted to the Middle East where it was disbanded. The cross in Tremeirchion & the memorial hall in Caerwys. [16], The 3rd and 4th (Special Reserve) battalions were placed in "suspended animation" in 1921, eventually being disbanded in 1953. [18] During the expedition George Albert Cairns of the regiment was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross. The 1st Battalion landed at Zeebrugge as part of the 22nd Brigade in 7th Division in October 1914 for service on the Western Front and then moved to Italy in November 1917. 'Nominal and Descriptive Roll of the 80th Regiment' with entries for name, date of enlistment, age at enlisting, height, trade or occupation, place of birth and remarks such as transferred, discharged, or death. Third Edition, published 1998. Like this page to receive our updates, add a comment or ask a question. However, it can trace its history back to 1705, when a regiment known as the 38th Foot was raised in Lichfield. He never saw the birth of his son, Enoch jr, born a month after his death. Records of the South Staffordshire Regiment (80th Regiment - Trove Register with your email address now, we can then send you an alert as soon as we add a record close matching the one you were searching for. Battle of Arnhem: Staffordshire WW2 heroes honoured When their battalion was attacked, Baskeyfield was badly wounded in the leg, and the rest of the crew were either killed or badly wounded. CSM 8th Battalion (d.5th November 1916), Farnell Arthur Charles. The battalion subsequently served in southern India and Burma until 1907, when it started a four-year posting in Pretoria, South Africa. Arranged by date of enlistment. The unit's traditions are carried on today by The Mercian Regiment. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 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Sir George Samuel Young, KCB, 19351946: Maj-Gen. Percy Ryan Conway Commings, CB, CMG, DSO, 19461954: Maj-Gen. Sir Guy de Courcy Glover, KBE, CB, DSO, MC. This commemorated the 57 years of continuous service by the 38th Foot in the West Indies from 1707 to 1764, and recalled the fact that their uniforms became so threadbare during their service in the tropics that they had to be repaired with pieces of sacking. The names on this list have been submitted by relatives, friends, neighbours and others who wish to remember them, if you have any names to add or any recollections or photos of those listed, [30], The Staffordshire Regiment Museum is based at Whittington Barracks near Lichfield. 8th Battalion (d.9th Aug 1916), McNally Michael. After crawling under enemy fire to another 6-pounder gun, he was killed by a shell from a supporting enemy tank. 1st Battalion fought in Egypt in 1882 and in the Sudan in 1885 where it took part in the failed attempt to relieve Khartoum. In 1844 Sir Maurice O'Connell, who was commander of the Australian military forces, was appointed Colonel of the 80th Regiment. Beds & Herts Regiment (Columns 16 & 61), 2nd Btn. Medal Rolls. (d.1st July 1915), Hollister Elijah. 2 (1793-1899). Scots Guards records are currently held by the Scots Guards Archives. The regiment was formed as part of the Childers Reforms on 1 July 1881 by the amalgamation of the 38th and 80th regiments of foot, which became the regular 1st and 2nd battalions of the South Staffordshire Regiment. Captain Kilby's heroism was acknowledged by the German defenders who erected a memorial cross at the location of his death. Reduced to a single Regular Army battalion after the Second World War, the regiment was amalgamated, in 1959, with the North Staffordshire Regiment (Prince of Wales's) to form the Staffordshire Regiment (Prince of Wales's) which was later, in 2007, amalgamated with the Cheshire Regiment and the Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment to form the Mercian Regiment. Write to: The Secretary-General Canadian Agency, C.W.G.C. [9], The 1st Battalion served in Singapore and Burma before being deployed to India in 1925 and to Sudan in 1927. After a brief respite, Baskeyfield again came under heavy fire; he refused to cower. Service Files of the Second World War - War Dead, 1939-1947 Please note we currently have a massive backlog of submitted material, our volunteers are working through this as quickly as possible and all names, stories and photos will be added to the site. Pte. [13] It then moved to India in 1932. Military Wiki is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. photographs, documents or items from the First or Second World War, please do not destroy them. It was amalgamated with 1st Battalion in 1948. [http://staffordshireregimentmuseum.com/research.html]. The South Staffords were to amalgamate with the North Staffordshire Regiment, and to become part of the new administrative Mercian Brigade. South Staffordshire Regiment in the Second World War 1939-1945 - The Wartime Memories Project - South Staffordshire Regiment 1st Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment 2nd Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment 5th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment 6th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment 7th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment 2nd Lt. 2nd Battalion (d.17th Feb 1917), York Harry. [8], In 1904, the 1st South Staffords returned to the United Kingdom, being stationed in Ireland and England until 1911, when it moved to Gibraltar. William Sharp 1st Btn. Staffordshire Regiment - Wikipedia As such, they landed in Sicily in 1943 where they, along with the rest of the brigade, which was temporarily down to two battalions, suffered heavy casualties during the disastrous Operation Ladbroke. History of the South Staffordshire Regiment (Aldershot, 1969). The time was 0430 on September 19, 1944. [16], The 2nd Battalion moved to Cork in 1919, and was involved in the Irish War of Independence. [9], Both the 3rd and 4th Battalions remained in the UK training reinforcement drafts for the regular battalions. 2nd Btn. [2] Militia and Rifle Volunteers of south Staffordshire were also incorporated in the new regiment. The regiment was created in 1881 under the Childers Reforms by the amalgamation of the 38th (1st Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot and the 80th (Staffordshire Volunteers) Regiment of Foot. (d.18th July 1943), Paddock Edward Phillip. Reference: W.L. Cpl. The division was sent to France in late June 1944 to fight in the Battle for Caen. 33rd Btn. 15.47Expedited Deliveryto United States via eBay's Global Shipping Programme. Pte. Such a life influencing legacy. The Major was everywhere danger threatened, moving among his men and encouraging them to hold out. please. South Staffordshire Regiment | The National Archives L/Cpl. (d.14th Nov 1916), Thompson Joseph. Soldiers of the South Staffordshire Regiment at the front, 1915, South Staffordshire Regiment on riot duty in Nicosia, 1956. [29], Following the 1959 amalgamation of the North and South Staffords, the 5th Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment (TA) continued as a territorial unit of the new regiment without a change of title but was disbanded on the creation of the Territorial Army Volunteer Reserve in 1967. If you provide contact details, we will be in touch about your request within 10 working days. The battalion returned to South Africa in 1913. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! Allin Cyril Gordon. Finding a World War II (1939-1945) Veteran's Records At first it was awarded only to British Army . [20], The 2nd Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment was initially serving in the 31st Independent Infantry Brigade until 1941 when it was converted to a Glider infantry role, serving as part of the 1st Airlanding Brigade in the 1st Airborne Division. Ww2 South Staffordshire Sweetheart Brooch (Gilding/Brass These records in series WO 98 are the registers of the Victoria Cross between 1856 and 1944. Roll 1804-1881. Want to find out more about your relative's service? The men of D Company of the 2nd Battalion, South Staffordshire Regiment, lurked in the early morning shadows and nervously awaited the word to lead the advance into Arnhem, Holland, and relieve the surrounded paratroopers defending the bridge. 1st Btn. /ENAMEL) (PENDE. The three Volunteer Battalions transferred to the Territorial Force (TF); the 1st Volunteer Battalion formed the 1st North Midland Field Company, Royal Engineers, a few of the men joining with the 2nd Volunteer Battalion to form the 5th Battalion (TF) at Whittimere Street in Walsall, while the 3rd Volunteer Battalion formed the 6th Battalion (TF) at Stafford Street in Wolverhampton. The Staffordshire Regiment officially gained its title in 1959, when he North and South Staffordshire Regiments amalgamated. The South Staffordshire Regiment was an infantry regiment of the British Army, active between 1881 and 1959. Introduction. (d.4th October 1916), Beckwith Albert. Add a Name to this List (d.26th July 1918), Timmins Bernard. In 1959, it merged withThe North Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Wales's)to form The Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Wales's). Members of South Staffordshire Regiment | Forces Reunited Entry 428, p167. [9] The 2nd Battalion landed at Le Havre as part of the 6th Brigade in the 2nd Division in August 1914 also for service on the Western Front. L/Cpl. It also reproduces a few orders or letters from commanding officers of the regiment. 2nd Battalions final major action of the war was at Arnhem (1944). The battalion was subsequently involved in the defeat of Arab forces at Kirbekan. It was then posted to The Curragh from 1889 to 1891, before travelling to Egypt, via Aldershot, in 1893. They contain rosters, brief biographies, and usually photographs of men and equipment. On 20 September 1944, Lance-Sergeant Baskeyfield was the NCO in charge of a 6-pounder anti-tank gun at Oosterbeek. [26], Lance-Sergeant John Daniel Baskeyfield of 2nd Battalion was also awarded the Victoria Cross. However, due to a severe shortage of infantrymen in the British Army at the time, the division was broken up in August 1944 and its units were used as replacements for other British divisions who had suffered heavy casualties and the battalions were broken up and sent to other units. We are now on Facebook. The South Staffordshire Regiment was a line infantry regiment of the British Army in existence for only 68 years. In June 1840, at Cloudy Bay, he took possession of the South Island in the name of the British Crown. We place some essential cookies on your device to make this website work. Hi, can anyone help me. List of World War II British airborne battalions - Wikipedia National Army Museum, Royal Hospital Road, London, SW3 4HTRegistered Charity Number: 237902, 38th (1st Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot, 80th Regiment of Foot(Staffordshire Volunteers), The North Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Wales's), The Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Wales's), 80th Regiment of Foot (Staffordshire Volunteers), The Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Waless), The North Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Waless), 64th (2nd Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot, 98th (The Prince of Waless) Regiment of Foot. Later that year, they were stationed with the British Army of the Rhine in West Germany. [22] The 7th Battalion was part of 176th Brigade and the 5th, 1/6th and 2/6th were in 177th Brigade. Enoch Shepherd MM. South Staffordshire Regiment during the Great War 1914-1918. Records of South Staffordshire Regiment from other sources. Fax: 01543 434 391. The FamilySearch Library has some World War II records, mostly selected unit histories. On line, those who knew the answers wanted to be paid for their services. [9] They crossed the St Quentin Canal to break through the strongest sector of the Hindenburg Line during the Battle of St. Quentin Canal in September 1918. This volume appears to be a slightly updated copy of the first digest. George Frederick Homer 9th Btn.
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