8359: Samuel Berry

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posted on 2024-01-17, 13:35 authored by Lest We Forget Project Team

Picture of Grandfather, passed on from mother - mothers initial story was that both were wounded; Simon found out from record that this is not what happened. Simon ever met him.

Royal Ulster Rifles. Joined April 1915, discharged Nov 1915, tried to join in Jan 1915 already, didn't see action. 15/16 lied about his age. Comrades served in Somme, doesn't know who the others in photo are. Doesn't know where picture was taken. ?ASC - Service Corps? Not sure if he went overseas. Info from ANCESTRY website - originals at home.

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Simon Topping

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Samuel Berry - grandfather of contributor

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April-November 1915

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Joined up in Belfast, rest unknown

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Photograph with grandfather & men who are believed to be his comrades.

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South West Roadshow, Plymouth (06/03/19)

8359: Samuel Berry

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Community Collection Day

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