781: Papa Hendrie's War

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posted on 2024-01-12, 09:30 authored by Lest We Forget Project Team

I am not sure of the true story but years ago I remember my Dad telling me that Papa nipped outside for a sneaky ciggie, one flick of a match and the German saw him. One missing thumb later and he was no use as a gunner and honourably discharged from the Army. He came home and married my Nana.

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Helen Williams (ex PMRAFNS)

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My grandfather, Papa Hendrie

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1918

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Somewhere in France I believe, but not sure

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His honourable discharge certificate

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781: Papa Hendrie's War

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